My 3 year old corolla has recently been serviced. I asked the engineer to replace the dash lights (2) to illuminate the heater/ aircon etc. controls. I supplied the bulbs, previously bought from halfords. They charged me 20 for this. Two weeks later 1 of the bulbs has blown. I dont want to go back ... more >>

Ok on my dodge neon there is a rubber gasket that holds the muffler in place and it streched over time and the muffler is hanging by an inch or 2. Where can I get a new part like this?EDIT: I will take a picture and post it. There are 2 of them, one is perfectly fine, but the other is streched. I ... more >>

I have a rover 214 p reg which has what sounds like tappet problems. I have been told that the tappets are self adjusting so what could be the problem? Also I was told that without regular oil changes this could damage the tappets unfortunately for me mine was about 8 months over ... more >>

Find and remove your jack, new tire and tools from your car before you are ready to change your tire. Your spare tire will be in the trunk in most cases and probably alongside your jack and tools. Take them out and place them close to the flat tire.Make ... more >>

re my earlier post http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=67405I have plugged in the new ECU and the car still doesn't want to start, so i am kind of lost what to do now about the car. As i've mentioned in my above post it could be because of water damage to that area and the wires may have ... more >>

Many people prefer to buy used cars because they are, first and foremost, less expensive than new or first-hand cars. But how does one go about buying used cars – in particular, Japanese used cars?Japanese used cars are those cars which belong to well-known brands of Japanese car ... more >>

With the holiday season coming now, there’s more likely to be excessive merry-making occurring. Even with all the stigma attached to Driving Under the Influence (DUI), public warnings, increasingly stiffer sentences, etc., people just don’t seem to get ... more >>

Since Ford had came to be they had been selling the best of the best cars. Such as the model A type of car that would be the car that everyone would drive. There were so many people back in that day that wanted a car but couldn't afford it because of the wages they made. Today you will see more ... more >>

The monster vehicle that used to be available only to the United States Army is now obtainable for civilians through General Motor's Hummer division. Hummers became the rave of the whole country after the highly popular Desert Storm in Iraq where its military counterpart, the HumVee, was featured ... more >>

I'm looking for some technical assistance with installing keyless entry in my wife's 2002 2WD/4D Kia Sportage SUV. I've removed the interior door panel on the driver's side hoping that the wiring would be pretty simple stuff, but suprisingly I can't make head nor tails of what I'm seeing. Heck, I ... more >>

ATV riding lessons for kids – Part 2After having gone through the lessons on ATV riding lessons for kids – Part 1, I am sure by now your kid is able to understand how his Kid ATV works, so it’s time to move on, so here’s Part 2 of the “lesson” :-Starting slowTo help him develop ... more >>

Clean fuel injectors are a must for peak engine performance, fuel economy and emissions. If the injectors are dirty and can't deliver their normal dose of fuel, performance, fuel economy and emissions are all going to suffer. Dirty injectors can't flow as much fuel as clean ones, nor can they ... more >>

For those who don’t know, the term white elephant refers to anything that has only imaginary or perhaps aesthetic value for the owner, but has no practical or functional value. When applied to any Japanese used car for sale, it seems to merit quite some thought.To answer the question, one ... more >>

Diesel engines are always considered to be more efficient, less polluting, better economy and the most important cheaper than petrol. There were days when diesels were remarked as the most polluting fuel emitting toxics. There was a misconception that the direct injection engines were not suitable ... more >>

Hope someone can help.I bought a used 2000 Dodge Caravan 11/04 with 90K miles on it. Ran fine then air quit being cold and the pax electric window quit going up and down.Left the van in the garage while out west for 6 mos and tried to start today. Of course the battery was dead so it jumped ok ... more >>

I love to get on my motorcycle and ride. If I have a week or just a couple of hours I can't seem to get enough of the wind, the sun, the sound's, the smells, and the bugs. Utah offers many different opportunities from the steep windy mountain roads, to the flat open desert highways, to the scenic ... more >>

It really depends on the person reading the review about used Japanese cars whether he should believe what is said about them. Reviews come in two major categories: either the review about Japanese used cars (and perhaps the preferred Japanese used car exporter of the reviewer) was made by someone ... more >>

Consult the car's owner manual and locate the section on opening the hood. If the owner's manual is not available, most of the time you can download these instructions from the car manufacturer's website.Open up the driver's side door to the car and find ... more >>

The very first and most obvious thing you should look for when attempting to choose used Japanese cars to buy is its ability to still function. If the car runs, then the first hurdle is overcome. But then you have to check whether it still runs well, or whether it will run for awhile then die on ... more >>

In order to research a car lease, you need to understand what leasing is and how it works. When you lease a car, you are paying for the use of it over a certain period of time. Of course, this sounds like renting, but the two are not the same. Leasing starts at a minimum of twenty-four months, ... more >>

Call the local Department of Motor Vehicles to find a list of certified driving schools in the area. Some state websites will have links to lists of driving schools that they endorse or recommend.Check the local high schools and other educational ... more >>

Some people say Japan is still the best place for one to look for Japanese used cars to purchase. However, there are challenges that face those who dare to venture into that country (even online) looking for a Japanese used car for sale at the right price.One factor that you should take into ... more >>

Hi all. I have a V reg, 1.4 Renault Megane Elise. The problem that I am having is that sometimes it will not start. It always seems to start in the morning when the engine is cold. But if I turn off the engine for a few minutes(while getting fuel for instance) it sometimes then fails to ... more >>

Get a hydraulic jack or park your Polaris ATV on a level surface for the oil change. Make sure you have a good light source and a warm piece of carpet to lie on if no lift is available. Run the engine for a few minutes, then shut it off.Take off the left ... more >>

i have a 1990 century w/3.3l automatic no overdrive, 169,000 miles. i am having a problem with keeping it idling. there are no problems when driving down the road. when we pull up to a stop sign slight pressure is needed on the gas to keep rpms up or it will stall. i have hooked up a scantool ... more >>