2001 Mercury Sable. Need Rear Coil Springs Replaced?

2001 Mercury Sable. Need Rear Coil Springs Replaced? But they also said something about a "quick strut?"? Ford only had recall on front springs, which is funny cause i took it in for recall and then had to take it back in to replace the recall springs.

Answer:

A Quick Strut is a complete assembly. It includes a new Strut, New Coil Spring, New Mounting components. If you just replace the coils then you are left with the original strut, which is most likely worn. And in most cases you can have a quick strut installed for the same cost as just installing new coil springs as the labor time is less on the Quick Strut.

A mechanic has suggested I need to have the "timing belt" changed if it has never been done

I have 2001 Honda Accord V6 model with 47,000 miles on it. A mechanic has suggested I need to have the "timing belt" changed if it has never been done. I am an 82 year old widow who is at the mercy of the experts. Can you tell me if this is necessary and the approximate cost. Already Tried: Talking to a friend who runs a car repair business, he has not yet examined the car. Just need a verification and approx cost before I go ahead with this costly ??? repair

Answer:

According to the manufacturer and Honda Repair manuals, replacing the timing belt should be done every 105,000 miles. I do not recommend having this done until that mileage has been reached. Parts and labor should be around $500.00

2000 jeep grand cherokee sounds like the engine is knocking

My 2000 jeep grand cherokee sounds like the engine is knocking, there is no oil presure, and it will not stay running. What do I do?

Answer:

If you have this many problems with this engine I would suggest getting a used engine with low miles and a warranty you can get one for less than a 1,000 and installed for around 500-600 dollars. Once they begin knocking I don't repair them because you don't know about contamination in the engine from metal. And it's very costly to have an engine rebuilt. Especially with no oil pressure it's probably spun a bearing in the lower end of the engine.

When you start the car it will go dead unless you rev up the engine.

Question:

I have a 2001 Mazda 626 with a v-6 manual transmission. When you start the car it will go dead unless you rev up the engine. If you two foot with the clutch and gas you can drive all day but when you go to stop at a light or turn and the idle goes down it dies immediately. It starts right back up as long as you push the gas.

Answer:

From your description it sounds like you have a sticking idle air control valve. When they stick you will need to hold your foot on the gas to keep the engine running. You can try to tap on the valve to see if that will free it up.

2007 Toyota Prius Window will not work after Battery Change

2007 Toyota Prius TSB #PG0003-06 If the battery terminal has been disconnected, the “one-touch open and close” and “jam protection” functions of the driver’s door power window will be inoperative due to loss of the driver’s door power window position memory stored in the microcomputer. Initialization of the driver’s door power window will be necessary after the battery is reconnected. NOTE: Any time the battery terminal has been disconnected, the power window MUST be re-initialized. Initialization Procedure 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. At this time, the power window switch for the driver’s door window should be blinking. 2. Push down and hold the driver’s door power window switch to completely open the window. 3. Pull and hold up the driver’s door power window switch until the window closes. Continue holding the switch for approximately one second until the switch changes from blinking to a constant illumination. 4. Check for proper operation of the “one-touch open and close” by fully pushing the switch “DOWN” once and fully pulling the switch “UP” once. NOTE: Jam protection function becomes effective through the above initialization procedure.

Where can I get FREE auto repair manual information ?

There are many sites that want to talk about the in ability to get free auto repair manuals or auto repair manual information. They just go on and on about how site advertise free auto repair manuals and can't deliver. You can do a Google search and read many not so useful articles about repair manuals and at what cost? or tell you some mystical way to search for the repair manual you want and that just takes you to some answer forum that doesn't get you what you really want. FREE Auto Repair Manual Information. Well, there is such a place. All you have to do is read and follow the instructions carefully and fill out a simple request form, for ex. 1995 Ford Mustang Fuel Pump Replacement and leave an email address for the repair manual information to be sent. Its that easy and it is truly free. It may not get sent to you right away as stated when you fill out the form but hey, for Free... even I can wait !

What type of motor oil is recommended for my car engine

Use the type of motor oil specified in your customer's owners manual. Most manuals say it's okay to use a variety of viscosity grades depending on temperature conditions. Generally speaking, the following holds true: 10W-30 is best for all engines for year-round driving. 10W-40 is more popular in the aftermarket, but 10W-30 is actually a better oil because the additive package in it holds up better over the long haul. This is why General Motors does not recommend 10W-40 motor oils for any of its cars. 5W-30 is approved for most late-model four-cylinder, V-6 and V-8 engines on a year-round basis. It is not approved for many turbocharged or diesel applications, some high output V-8s, or applications involving driving at sustained highway speeds or towing in hot weather. It may not be the best choice for older, high mileage engines. 5W-30 is used as the factory fill oil on most new cars because it pumps through the engine more quickly after start-up (important for keeping overhead cams properly lubed). It also makes cold weather starting easier and reduces fuel consumption. Straight viscosity oils have limited temperature ranges and lack the versatility of multiviscosity oils. They can be safely used as long as their temperature limits are observed. Straight 10W is okay for cold weather starting and driving, but too thin for warm weather driving. Straight 20W is okay for all around driving, but doesn't provide the temperature protection of straight 30W (which gets too thick at low temperatures for easy cold starting). Straight 40W and 50W oils are primarily for heavy-duty applications. Special multiviscosity oils such as 2OW-50 are typically formulated for racing or severe duty applications such as towing. Synthetics are a good alternative for any of the above because most provide extended temperature protection and service life.

1999 buick regal climate control problem - Air Conditioning Problem DTC B0361,B0441

1999 Buick Regal climate control problem . When I started, A/C unit hot air comes out on one side and cold on the other side and now 1 week later the heater or A/C are not working.

Answer:

2 things that can cause this problem. A low refrigerant level in the A/C system can make the passenger side colder than the drivers side. Until all the refrigerant leaked out and now the A/C isn't working at all. You will need to get the refrigerant level checked in the system to determine this.The other thing is the control head for the A/C unit. GM has a bulletin for this. # 02-01-39-001. I have added the TSB below. To tell if this is the problem, You would need to get the codes checked in the HVAC module. and see if the scan tool can control the temperature doors.

#02-01-39-001: HVAC Temperature Difference Side to Side and/or DTC B0361, B0441 Set (Replace HVAC Controller, Splice into Backlighting Circuit) - (Feb 7, 2002) Subject: HVAC Temperature Difference Side to Side and/or DTC B0361, B0441 Set (Replace HVAC Controller, Splice into Backlighting Circuit) Models: 1997-99 Buick Century, Regal 1998-99 Oldsmobile Intrigue with RPO CJ2 Condition Some customers may comment on a temperature variation between the left and right hand ducts. Typical concerns may include that the right side of the vehicle cools down but the left stays warm or the opposite. This condition is sometimes associated by the customer with a recent service visit for other non-related repairs. The codes, DTC B0361 or B0441, may be present but will not illuminate a telltale lamp. Cause The HVAC controller unit and the TEMP door actuator motors rely on a feedback system that supplies the controller with count values in order to accurately adjust the air temperature. When battery power is interrupted to the HVAC controller, the current actuator position values are lost. When power is restored, the controller will perform a "sweep test" of the doors from full cold to full hot and record the end values for reference. Over time, the TEMP doors may develop some flexing when run to their extremes. This flexing allows the count values to run out of range (beyond 0-255) and results in DTC code B0361 or B0441 to set. Correction A revised HVAC controller has been released with new programming that allows for a wider tolerance in the expected range of the TEMP door. Replace the controller using the procedure below: Important: On the 1997 Buick Century and Regal, additional steps are required. You will have to run a jumper wire to the new HVAC controller. Be sure to follow the additional 1997 model year steps below. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Important: On the Buick Regal, the console must first be removed to access the HVAC controller. For Buick Century and Oldsmobile Intrigue, skip to Step 10. 2. Apply the parking brake and block wheels. 3. Shift the transmission to first gear. 4. Remove the console trim plate and disconnect the electrical harness. 5. Disconnect the cigarette lighter sockets. 6. Remove the console storage box. 7. Remove the console control plate and disconnect electrical harness for traction control and heated seats, if equipped. 8. Remove the console retaining bolts. 9. Remove the console from the vehicle. 10.Remove the HVAC trim panel, if equipped. 11.Remove the HVAC controller retaining bolts. 12.Disconnect the electrical harness. 13.Discard the HVAC controller. Important: At this point, you must refer to the 1997 Buick section below if working on that model and year. The section below includes steps to revise vehicle wiring to enable HVAC controller backlighting. 14.If the vehicle is a 1997 Buick Century or Regal, refer to the section below titled 1997 Buicks (Enabling Backlighting Circuit). 15.Connect the HVAC controller electrical harness and install the controller retaining bolts. 16.Install the control module trim plate, if equipped. Skip to Step 23 for the Buick Century and Oldsmobile Intrigue. Continue below for the Buick Regal. 17.Install the console to the vehicle. 18.Install the console retaining bolts. 19.Install the console control plate and connect the electrical harness for traction control and heated seats, if equipped. 20.Install the console storage box. 21.Connect the cigarette lighter sockets. 22.Install the console trim plate and connect the electrical harness. 23.Shift the transmission to PARK and unblock the wheels. 24.Connect the negative battery cable. Additional Steps for 1997 Buicks (Enabling Backlighting Circuit) 1. Remove the radio retaining bolts. 2. Remove the radio and disconnect the electrical harness. 3. Prepare an 457.2 mm (18 in) long, 18 gauge jumper wire. If multiple colors are available, it would be the most convenient to use grey to continue the backlighting circuit in the same color. 4. Locate and splice one end of the jumper wire to the grey wire occupying pin location F4 at the radio harness. 5. Position the radio back into the I/P and route the jumper wire down to the HVAC controller harness location. 6. Using a new terminal (GM P/N 12146447 Micro-Pak .35-.50), attach and install the other end of the jumper wire into cavity C16 of the HVAC controller harness. The row and column position indications are molded into the body of the HVAC controller at the harness location. 7. Connect the electrical harness to the HVAC controller. 8. Connect the negative battery cable and test the HVAC backlighting by turning on the headlamps and varying the backlighting intensity. 9. Install the radio retaining bolts. 10.Install the I/P upper trim panel. 11.Refer back to Step 15 of the Correction section to complete the procedure. (You will have already connected the electrical harness).

Parts Information Part Number Description 10435588 Controller, HVAC (Buick) 9388139 Controller, HVAC (Oldsmobile) Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Infiniti G37 - 2009

2009 Infiniti G37

MSRP: $33,250 - $38,700 Invoice: $30,727 - $35,747 MPG: 18 City / 26 Hwy

Engine Gas V6, 3.7L Horsepower 330 hp @ 7,000 rpm Torque 270 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm Transmission : Electronically controlled 7-speed automatic with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC). Manual shift mode offers sequentially selectable manual gearshifts and Downshift Rev Matching (DRM)

The 2009 Infiniti G37 is a serious threat to the traditional favorite in the Upscale Midsize Car class - the BMW 3-Series. The Coupe version of the G37 hit showrooms last year, and was immediately hailed as one of the most spirited performers in a class full of great drivers' cars. For 2009, the G37 sedan arrives (replacing the old G35). Anyone considering a sport sedan should at least schedule a G37 test drive before buying something else.

Ford Escape Hybrid - 2009

2009 Ford Escape Hybrid

MSRP : $29,645 - $33,725 Invoice : $27,422 - $31,135

Engine : 2.5L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Engine, Horsepower : 153 @ 6,000 rpm Torque : 136 @ 4,500

The 2009 Escape Hybrid is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the FWD to the Limited 4WD.

Upon introduction, the FWD is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4 , 153-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 34-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. The Limited 4WD is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4 , 153-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 29-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2009 Escape Hybrid is a carryover from 2008.