Archive for December, 2006

By December 18, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

1992 Honda Accord Engine Runs Rich When Engine Temp is Normal

Just a quick question on ’92 accord w/2.2, and something that’s a real brain teaser. after about 10-20 min or running when engine reaches full operating temp engine seems to run approx. 500 rpm higher/richer, with nothing else showing fault or error codes. although, pulling the ECU reset fixes it temporarily, but symptom returns. i hope with your years of honda service and expertise you have seen this very same thing, any idea?? thanks for your time. Thanks, Raf

Posted in: Running Problems
By December 18, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

1999 Olds Alero Brake Pedal Goes to The Floor When Stopping

I have a 1999 Oldsmobile Alero,Just replaced the Master Cylinder,and the mechanic told me that he did bleed the lines , when I drive and come to a stop light, with my foot on the brake it still slowly goes to the floor still, I thought that problem was solved,what else cloud it be? The fluid is leaving but we see no leak can you help,where is the brake fluid going?

Posted in: Brakes
By December 18, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

Ford Bronco Has a Whistling Noise From the Carburetor

I have a 78 Ford Bronco and it whines like a baby. Pop the hood and a whistling sound is somewhere around the carb. I tightened down the carburetor bolts, performed an ether test, and plugged any unused vacuum ports. The Bronco runs great but the whistling noise is very noticeable at idle and is audible inside the cab.

Posted in: Reader Questions
By December 18, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

1985 BMW 318i Battery Was Hooked Up Backwards Now Won’t Start

I have a 1985 BMW 318i. Refurbished the engine, but someone
put in the battery backwards before getting the car restarted. Now, Fuel, Air and Spark are all ok, it will chug with the gas from the Cold Start Injector, but won’t start. My only guess is the Injectors (new) are not getting correct signal. I’ve been working through the Bentley Service Manual, with a multi-meter, and have found the injectors’ voltage is ok, as well each is grounded ok, but there doesn’t seem to be any pulse at the injectors. All the electrical checks at each of the main electrical components seem to be ok, which Bentley tells me means I need to replace the component. I’m wondering if anyone has any
advice on which component to start on or other things to check, as opposed to trying/buying all new electronic components. Thanks for any help or advice you can give.

Posted in: Battery/Alternator Problems
By December 18, 2006 1 Comments Read More →

1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT Engine Starts Then Dies

I have a 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GT. I have been having trouble where I am driving and the car starts to die and then finally shuts off. I jump the car and it only stays on for a few minutes. I replaced the battery with red top Optima @ 960 cranking amps and that didn’t correct it so I replaced the alternator. This morning after I drove the car long enough (about 30 miles), the car died again. It seems as if the alternator is not charging the battery. I have checked the wiring to the battery and alternator and they look good. My next step is to just change the wires anyway because I have no idea what else could cause this. Do you have any suggestions?

Posted in: Running Problems
By December 18, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

2002 Chevy Truck Engine RPM Drop and Engine Dies Cold

Whenever I start my truck (02′ Chevrolet Silverado HD) on a cold day (below 50 degress) my RPMs drop and the truck acts like it wants to die. What is the cause of this problem?

Posted in: Running Problems
By December 11, 2006 0 Comments Read More →

Car Insurance Broker

What is the most recommended car insurance broker?

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Car Insurance for Woman

I read somewhere on your site about car insurance for woman? Is there really such a thing…and if so how do I apply for it?

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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Car Insurance Group

I’ve been reading your site…very nice. I have a question though. Who in your opinion will have the best car insurance rates for a high risk young driver?

Posted in: Auto Insurance
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2001 Pontiac Trans Am Won’t Start Sometimes – Battey Goes Down?

My situation is weird. I have a 2001 Trans Am WS6 Gen III vehicle. Sometimes it will not start even thou everything seems fine. It is shift gear (6 speed). I replaced the clutch switch and the solenoid and starter relays. When it will not start, there are no indications as to what is wrong. For instance, I do not hear the starter complaining or the solenoid spinning. It simply does not crank at all. I sometimes depress the clutch switch manually with my hands while turning the switch and the car on neutral. I suspect the clutch switch is not grounding itself properly.

Posted in: Battery/Alternator Problems
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