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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

Hi,Can anyone help me with a query? I have a seat ibiza with a new battery which keeps going flat. I have removed the stereo which I thought was the problem,but turns out it wasn`t.I`ve put new glow plugs in and had the alternator checked but nothing works. Tonight I had no lights till I bumped up ... more >>

I have a 99 Alero with 83K miles on it and have always used the oil change indicator light as my guide to having the oil changed, and have always had it done within a week or so of the light coming on. Until now I've never had a problem with the engine using any oil and whenever I've checked the ... more >>

ok here's the prob, i have to refill the power steering pump about once a month, not that big of a deal but i not like throwing $$ away. i started looking and chased down to the steering ram, sure enough theres my leak. so guys what will it take to remove this bad boy?thanks!oh, this is on a 2000 ... more >>

Hi, my vehicle started playing up after a oil change and filter change, was fine on that day, i put gas in it and then headed home. the next day took it for a drive and notice engine would only start when giving it gas, once it started i put it into gear and then it died so restarted car and ... more >>

I have made a moronic error, I have poured my windshield fluid into my engine coolent in my plymouth acclaim 1992. I was wondering do I only have to drain the engine coolent or do I need to buy a whole new radiator? Any suggestions would be great, ... more >>

Guys,Just wondering if you could offer me some piece of mind.Managed to throw my TVR Griffith into a ditch today, luckily no one was hurt.The damage amounts to one of the stainless steel exhaust pipes being bend and slightly crushed, damage to the body work area above the said exhaust ... more >>

Locate the damaged areas of the tire. You can patch a flat tire if there's a puncture or a limited amount of damage, but wide-scale blow-outs will need a full replacement. Patches work best for single punctures such as those caused by nails. You should ... more >>

I recently paid the dealer ove $500 to replace all my coolant hoses. He then tells me that there is a leak in the transmission. I took it to a local repair shop who replaced some pan and said that their was a smaller leak elsewhere in the transmission that would cost about $1500 to repair. I pan ... more >>

HelloI recently bought a Bull Dog Security Remote Starter for my '94 Topaz, agaisnt the advice of others. I spent one day setting it up, then the next day fixing it. I belive I've hooked it up correctly now. The directions then tell me to initialize the remote, by pressing the brake and pressing ... more >>

Hello, I am currently trying to remove the automatic window motor from the drivers side door to replace it with a second hand one. The motor packed up and I took the car to the garage, who closed the window up and disconnected the motor. I bought a second hand one from e-bay for 5.00 and it works ... more >>

My Sunfire viibrates in speeds above 70. I can feel it in the steering wheel and whole car, I can even see my passenger seat shaking! It also pulls to the left at all speeds. It just feels unstable at speeds above 70. I've never had this problem before and I have done tons of research to locate ... more >>

If you bought an inner tube already - go and return it! What you need to purchase is a tire plug repair kit. The kit comes with a plug tool (looks like a screwdriver), long plugs of rubber that look like beef jerky, and rubber cement. You ... more >>

Can anyone tell me where the fuses for the electric windows are on a 2003 Ford Focus 1.6. Thanks in ... more >>

I have a nissan serena and have recently noticed a squeaking noise especially when moving off or reversing coming from the rear wheels, like when a wheelbarrow wheel needs oiling.The brakes probably need looking at and it is going to the garage on thursday for a pre mot check.However can anyone ... more >>

Hi guys,I'm new here, and I hope that you can help me.The car's alarm doesn't seem to react to the remote control.The remote conrtol has batteries (the green light lights when I press it).I think that's because somebody pressed on it several times, not near the car.Do you know how can I reset the ... more >>

well i just got this 94 red ford probe someone tell were i can change the transmission fluid by myself i checked every where under the hood and the manual does not ... more >>

Afternoon all. After a little bit of advice if possible.Got a Rover 25 X reg just over 60K miles. I have noticed over the last couple of weeks that the revs seem really low when the engine is just ticking over. Approx 600 RPM. It feels like its about to stall.I once had a similar problem with a ... more >>

Guys and Gals, I'm experiencing an interesting set of symptoms. These symptoms have progressed to the current state over a period of about 6 months.About 6 months ago I started noticing power lag on initial acceleration. The vehicle would most often lag after the first startup of the day, but ... more >>

I have a honda accord 2002 2door v6. The problem is that when I back up the car I can hear this really loud whining sound, is the best way to describe it, and it really has me worry that its something bad. And recently for a couple of days now whenever I break I can hear this scratching sound ... more >>

Hi All,I have a 1.7 ford puma and it started to run really roughtoday.I plugged a computer in to it and it said 'missfire cylinder 2' and a code 'p0302' but i dont know what this means.I have put new plugs in but still the same.Could it be the coil block???Please help,thanks-madsey. ... more >>

Hi,Does anybody have any experience of unseizing a steering lock mechanism or removing/replacing an ignition barrel.My steering lock is jammed and the key wont turn to unlock or start the engine. I have tried rocking the steering wheel whilst turning the key this has not worked and also ... more >>

Howdy, I'm Jerry Haller from Anchorage, Ak. and I've got a problem with my 1997 Ford F150 4X4 4.6L v-8. The check engine light is on and is coding 171 & 174 and 430 which translates to lean mixture on r & l banks and low flow on #2 bank cat. I took truck to or local Ford dealer and they ... more >>