Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Where do I check the transmission fluid on a 1996 Geo Prizm (manual transmission) ?

its on the side of the transmission below the fork


My 1987 Nissan 300zx will not start! HELP!?

I have cleaned the mass air flow meter and it wasnt it, it shakes really bad in idle, and now it wont start at all. I dont know what to do, and I really want to drive my car!!


please help!
My 1987 Nissan 300zx will not start! HELP!?
dump it.
My 1987 Nissan 300zx will not start! HELP!?
You need to know how to work on a car if you own a 1987 vehicle.





More then likely you have a leaky injector. At first the injector only leaked enough to cause the car to miss and shake. Now one of the cylinders has so much fuel in it and the spark plugs are covered in fuel that it will not start.





Check your plugs. Dry them off. Get it running. Check each cylinder by unplugging the wire. When the car runs the same with a cylinder unhooked then you know you have found the bad one. Replace the injector and o-rings.





....or take it somewhere.
Reply:check the fuel pump / fuel pressure / cap-rotor


1994 mitubishi galant fuse box cover?

i have just recently bouhgt a 94 galant and it doesnt have the fusebox cover diagram for ethier the engine or the inside panal and i would love ot kno which fuses are wich if sumone could help me


Is porsche 944 a gray market car & what is a gray market car " do they have a us version"?

"srry for a long question"
Is porsche 944 a gray market car %26amp; what is a gray market car " do they have a us version"?
Where in the world are you?





If it is US then the 944 is 100% legal. I know a few people with them.
Is porsche 944 a gray market car %26amp; what is a gray market car " do they have a us version"?
prior to about 1984 a lot of European cars came to this country and weren't set up for our strict emission requirements. those cars we called gray market cars and there are still a few imported in today. gray market means they had to be retrofited to fit our laws. your car may fit into this catergory.
Reply:If you live in the U.S., you should have seen many of them by now.





They were sold in the U.S. for over 5 years until they went out of production.





I see one every couple of months driving around.





You can buy them anywhere. They now cost around $5000-7000 on autorader.com and vehix.com and cars.com
Reply:Most Porsche cars, including the 944, have been produced in two major variations... US, and RoW (Rest Of the World). The US cars have heavier bumpers, are generally set to higher ride heights, and usually have engines that produce a little less power (generally due to emissions requirements). And due to crash testing requirements, some of the most desirable Porsche models were never made in US trim by the factory (964 RS, Original GT3, 959, etc).





A grey market car is one that was imported from elsewhere in the world, and then brought up to US standards. If done properly, these can be very desirable cars as they often have options and additional performance compared to US versions... but that is a VERY big IF as most that were imported were done by people looking to make a quick buck. A car that was not brought up to standards correctly will at best be a major and costly headache, and at worst, will have major safety issues.





However, the 944 was most definitely produced in a US version. If you are in the United States, pretty much all 944s you will find will be US versions... and the few grey market cars will also be road legal in the US. If you are in another country, you will only have the RoW version, but this would be the version that would be legal in that country.

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My 1992 Accord won't start in hot weather.Anything over 80 even If I leave the windows down.?

I have to crank it about 6-10 times before it starts.


In the winter its fine.


No check eng codes.
My 1992 Accord won't start in hot weather.Anything over 80 even If I leave the windows down.?
its very common for the main relay that controls the fuel pump and ignition on that car to fail in hot weather. the main relay is located up under the driver's side of the instrument panel. it gets a lot of heat from the sunlight coming through the windshield and heating the dash panel. that causes the circuit board in the relay to expand and break contact. when that happens the relay goes open circuit and the fuel pump won't run or you'll lose spark to the spark plugs. (the main relay is actually two relays in one and depending on where the circuit board for the relay cracks you'll lose one or the other)





there is almost a 100% failure rate on the original relays. if you've never replaced it, then I think you'll find the main relay to be the problem. the relays run about $45 at a honda dealer; you can probably replace it yourself if you're comfortable working under the dash. otherwise, add $ for installation.





hope that helps


Alice cooper or led zepplin?

I can't decide. Can you???
Alice cooper or led zepplin?
led zepplin all the way!!!
Alice cooper or led zepplin?
Led Zepplin!! A no brainer for me!!
Reply:Led Zepplin No question about it.


Zepplin was far more talented musicly. Cooper's cool and all. He has some good songs. Zepplin has loads of great music. I find it hard to imagine anyone would choose Cooper over Zepplin. Not a majority anyway.
Reply:Alice Cooper's Awesome but nothing beats Zeppelin.
Reply:Led Zepplin!
Reply:BMW M3!! Duhr!


2000 Pontiac Sunfire Gas Light comes on...1/2 a Tank?!?!?

I already had the fuel filter replaced exactly a week ago.I was on the way home and it just died on me.The Gas light comes on, even though its showing 1/2 tank.I waited about 5 mintues and it started back up,broke down 1/2 mile later..Waited agian and then finally mad it home.Does anyone know what the problem could be?
2000 Pontiac Sunfire Gas Light comes on...1/2 a Tank?!?!?
There is a thing called a "sending unit" inside the fuel tank. Replace it.
2000 Pontiac Sunfire Gas Light comes on...1/2 a Tank?!?!?
Second that, on the sending unit inside the tank.
Reply:try the sending unit or fuel pump


How many miles to the gallon does a 1994 Acura Legend get?

fueleconomy.gov will let you calculate it easily based on the transmission and engine specs (point and click)


Cold air intake for 98 Volvo s70 t5?

I have a 98 t5 and I want to put a cold air intake on it. But I don't see anyplace where I can route it with out having it routed under the suport beam for the motor. I have a 3in inner diameter 3 1/2in outer diameter pipe that I'm running. Can anybody help? I don't mind doing some minor cutting. I don't have the tools or the knowledge to weld anything so it can't be any major moddifications. I just need a pic or something showing where the intake is placed. Another sub question. Their is another hose that connects to the origanal air box. I don't know if it sucks or blows air. Now that hose connect to something that kind of resembles a turbo but I don't think that the turbo can be that small on it. Well Thank you for your time. NEED HELP.
Cold air intake for 98 Volvo s70 t5?
1. Cold air intakes are pointless for turbo cars. Turbos don't benefit in the slightest from the denser cold air, because a turbo compresses the air in the first place.


2. Even with a short ram intake, you're not going to see more than 2-3 wheel horsepower, and basically no change in mpg or any other type of gain.


3. Your best bet, if you chose to ignore the above two facts, is to buy a kit for your car, rather than fabricate your own.


How many horse power is the 1998 Subaru Legacy 2.2l GL Engine?

If its anything like the Impreza 2.2L H4 its about 142hp and 140 ft-lbs of torque.

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I the 2008h3 hummer a good car to ride around in every day?

if no why
I the 2008h3 hummer a good car to ride around in every day?
It might be hard on gas.
I the 2008h3 hummer a good car to ride around in every day?
I like the car but it has bad gas mileage. =[
Reply:It depends. If you can afford the gas, then by no means go for it. It's a pretty cool car after all. But if you can't afford the gas with the gas-prices sky-rocketing, and with it being a 13 mpg city / 18 mpg highway mileage, have fun filling up...
Reply:if you have the money....GO FOR IT


it is a luxurious car with alright mpg


its not a car that sacrifices luxury, elegance, and space for fuel mileage
Reply:I would not recommend it. It is extremely non fuel efficient, and very small. A friend of mine just got rid of hers after 2 months actually for reasons along these lines. It is more of a "look at me" type car than a "let's go off roading" type thing. If you have and are willing to pay the huge cost for the car, gas, lack of space, and, above all, insurance, and really want one, then go ahead. But otherwise, go for something smaller; something that makes more sense in today's world of high fuel prices.
Reply:No.


I have driven this car.


It is extremely slow.


It is small inside. Does not fit tall people.


Gas mileage average is 9mpg.


Not very practical.


Hard to park and fit in places.


Very easy to accidently hit something or someone.


Roof line is too long.-You cannot see traffic lights because roof is in the way.
Reply:I also agree with previous commenters.


Hummer is also very expensive to insure. You can easily check quotes in internet, for example here: http://autoinsurance.hotusa.org


And mpg is very low.


Where is the fuse box located on a 2004 ford f-150 pick up?

My honk and alarm dont work and they told me it might be a fuse to change it.
Where is the fuse box located on a 2004 ford f-150 pick up?
Should be on the driver side dash... under the headlight switch....





I don't think they moved it from my 97.. maybe though
Where is the fuse box located on a 2004 ford f-150 pick up?
center junction box .left hand near foot brake
Reply:it could be under the hood in the engine compartment also, or in the cab, on the left side down by your brake pedal
Reply:Passenger side (inside behind a cover that is interior colored) on 2004 and newer body style f-series trucks





everyone else is right on older trucks such as 2004 heritage and earlier trucks.. Ford's new idea is to move it to the passenger side now as of 2004





Your alarm probably is working but since the horn went out, you can't hear it... you will probably need a new horn as the fuse rarely blows on them , but the trumpet diaphram breaks internally.


What are the differences between RSX Type S 2005-2006 models?

I have read that 2005 RSX Type S got Cams,Exhaust and Throttle body bore!!!! Made 10 more horsepower and 2lbs torque only in that YEAR!! Then Revised back to 201 horses in 2006. Why only ONE YEAR?? Efficiency? What other changes or differences from 2005-2006.
What are the differences between RSX Type S 2005-2006 models?
The dyno test done by the manufacture had been change to include the power steering pump and ac compressor.
What are the differences between RSX Type S 2005-2006 models?
none
Reply:The SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) changed their standards for dyno-ing a car (finding how much crank hp/tq the engine makes) for 2006+ cars. In 2005 the RSX engine changed from the K20A2 to the K20Z1 engine which with the old standards (pre 2006) the engine was rated with 210 HP, but when Honda switched to the new standards the engine was only rated 201 HP. If that makes sense. There is no difference between 05 and 06, they just measured it different both years.





The cams/exhaust/throttle body changes you speak of are the differences between the K20A2 motor and the K20Z1. So the Z1 DOES make more HP than the A2, they just happened to change the standards of measuring right after the Z1 came out. If the new standards had been out all along the 02-04 RSX-S would have been rated around 190-195 HP.





But yeah short answer is, no difference from 05-06, but major differences from 04 to 05. So if you get one it is better to get an 05 or 06 model.


I need to replace an a/c condenser for 1992 honda civic. What type is it?

It is a 92 Civic EX 1.6L, 4-door. I have researched the parts online and I have come across two different types; serpentine, and parallel. How do I know which one I have?
I need to replace an a/c condenser for 1992 honda civic. What type is it?
A serpentine belt is a continous single belt that turns all the pulleys on your car.





Parallel will be at least two belts, Each belt will be running certain components.
I need to replace an a/c condenser for 1992 honda civic. What type is it?
a serpentine condensor uses one continuous tube that winds back and forth through the condensor fins from top to bottom. A parallel condesor has two tubes that alternate loops to give the refrigerant two paths to flow through. Parallel condensors usually have a greater flow and efficiency because of the greater surface area of the cooling coils. parallel condensors are usually smaller than the full size serpentine condensors





I'm almost positive that the 92 civics used parallel condensors. the serpentine was used on the accords. look on the side of the condensor. if you see overlapping loops of tubing on the side where then enter and exit the condensor fins then they are in parallel. I'm pretty sure yours is a parallel condensor.





hope that helps
Reply:You have a parallel. No worries, since all Civics have this. I've never even heard of a Civic with a serpentine.

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The salesman at VW said that for the 1st 1k miles the car will run at 90% power. Does anyone know about this?

I got a new 2008 VW Rabbit. The salesman said that the car will run at 90% power for the first 1000 miles, after that, the car will run at 100%. Can someone explain why and what the heck this feature is all about.
The salesman at VW said that for the 1st 1k miles the car will run at 90% power. Does anyone know about this?
Oh, what it means is that, while some cars require you to run over a certain rev limit, it won't fully apply itself until the engine has fully "worn in". This usually takes 500 to 1000 miles.
The salesman at VW said that for the 1st 1k miles the car will run at 90% power. Does anyone know about this?
We call this running in for 1000miles.


The manufacturers knows that some people will want to drive at the full speed.


This high revs will cause engines to seize/cause damages at times.when the new this can happen.


u must give time for slow wear/tear on metals.


To avoid all this hassle,the accelertor paddle is fitted with a stopper bolt to limit your acceleration.


When you go for the 1000 miles service,they will agjust and give u maximum acceleration.
Reply:BS to the "stopper bolt" In my 20+ yearfixing I have NEVER seen that %26amp; The salesman is a retard. You should take it easy on the car for the first 500 miles to allow for break in. Definition of Break in.....The first few hundred miles of a new engine's life have a major impact on how strongly that engine will perform, how much oil it will consume and how long it will last. The main purpose of break-in is to seat the compression rings to the cylinder walls. We are talking about the physical mating of the engine's piston rings to it's corresponding cylinder wall. That is, we want to physically wear the new piston rings into the cylinder wall until a compatible seal between the two is achieved.


Proper engine break in will produce an engine that achieves maximum power output with the least amount of oil consumption due to the fact that the piston rings have seated properly to the cylinder wall. When the piston rings are broken in or seated, they do not allow combustion gases to escape the combustion chamber past the piston rings into the crankcase section of the engine. This lack of "blow-by" keeps your engine running cleaner and cooler by preventing hot combustion gases and by-products from entering the crankcase section of the engine. Excessive "blow-by" will cause the crankcase section of the engine to become pressurized and contaminated with combustion gases, which in turn will force normal oil vapors out of the engine's breather, causing the engine to consume excessive amounts of oil.


In addition to sealing combustion gases in the combustion chamber, piston rings must also manage the amount of oil present on the cylinder walls for lubrication. If the rings do not seat properly, they cannot perform this function and will allow excessive amounts of oil to accumulate on the cylinder wall surfaces. This oil is burned each and every time the cylinder fires. The burning of this oil, coupled with "blow-by" induced engine breathing, are reasons that an engine that hasn't been broken in will consume more than its share of oil. PS your first service isn't due until 5000 miles. Happy driving.


2008 infinti g35 coupe vs. 2008 infiniti g37 coupe?

G37 is better. More displacement and a few other big differences.
2008 infinti g35 coupe vs. 2008 infiniti g37 coupe?
There is no 2008 G35 coupe. The newest was the 2007. The G37 is a nicer newer version of the G35. I like the G37 better.
2008 infinti g35 coupe vs. 2008 infiniti g37 coupe?
They don't make a G35 coupe, only a G35 sedan. The G37 replaces the G35 coupe for 2008.





The styling is a lot sleeker, but the G35 coupe (2007 and older) look more thicker and better. But the G37 is faster, faster than the 350Z until the 370Z comes out!!
Reply:G37. Much faster, handles better, more fun to drive, better looking.


I drive a Dodge Stratus '97.?

We have changed spark plugs, wires, and censors. But it still will not start during heavy rain, or when it's humid. If we do end up getting it started, running through a rain puddle, makes it die. Any ideas of what could be wrong? Or a way to fix this?
I drive a Dodge Stratus '97.?
did u check the belt?


my mom had that car!


1999 Ford Contour SE Problem?

Hi, i have a ford contour 1999 se, and i have a problem with it. Sometimes when i start stoping at a red light my car starts shaking or trembling, and by the time i completely stop it turns off? When i turn it on again it starts in a jiffy, could someone please help?
1999 Ford Contour SE Problem?
Yes , it's the fuel pump.

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What is a scion tc 0-60?

just a question i always had in my mind lol
What is a scion tc 0-60?
its about 7.4 seconds, but depent if the car is auto or manual
What is a scion tc 0-60?
If it is a manual 5-speed, it is about 7.3 seconds to 0-60. Auto is over 8 seconds. It is a quick car for a little 2 door 4-banger.
Reply:depends on what you have under the hood...like these guys said...manual-7.3....auto-8 and change on the stock...add on a performance exhaust and intake and shave almost 1-1/2 second off in manual, 1/2-1/4 second in auto...throw on the turbonetics turbo kit and get it down to about 5 seconds manual, 6 seconds auto...its a very light car, trust me i have it...anything you put under the car helps its timing and speed...


Where is fuel filter location on a 93 cadillac deville?

its under the car on the right side behind the wheel .One bolt and two lines u need the gas line tool 2 take it off


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