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I have a used 1999(new body-style) silverado 1500/3.3 ltr. Cant get fuel pressure despiteeverything. no OBD 2 code

michaelsmith1 — Sun, 19 May 2013 05:10:50 GMT

I have replaced fuel filter, fuel-pump module, pressure regulator, checked relay/fuses(circuit is through cigar-lighter), Pump wiring/connections, cleared OBD-2 codes, retested...no codes, Fuel-cap seal is good. I still can't get power to pump/no pressure at fuel rail. Does this vehivle have a roll-over sensor? Anything else not mentioned?

What could this mean, pertaining to a dealershipl

dkuc — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:44:41 GMT

My lease ended a week ago today. I have been trying to find financing for it, but am having trouble because of the mileage. It is way over, which is why I am buying it. I found a Toyota dealership about 50 minutes from where I live and spoke to them about financing it. They told me to come in and they will do their best to help. I went in and filled out an application. I told the guy I am doubting I will find financing because the mileage is VERY high and I do not have the best credit anymore. Until about 18 months ago, I had very good credit. I had a "credit crash" at that point, when my employer cut any overtime out (I was averaging 10-12 hours of OT) and also cut hours down by 12-20 hours a week. My car was always the first thing that I paid, because it is the most important thing to get to work. After I filled out the application he said he would call me that day or the next. He called me the next day and said "my financial manager and I have a few questions and would like you to come in so we can finish this up". What might he mean by that? Should I bother going in? Wouldn't he have said he found financing? There is a car place a little ways from here who said they can help me with my situation. I don't want to keep having hard inquiries on my already damaged credit, but this other dealership said that they have some options and will definitely be able to help me. Not sure if I should go to Toyota, or just forget it and go to the other dealership. this was a first car ever for me and never planned on leasing, but it ended up being so. I have only the dealerships to "trust" on what to do.

Thanks......

2003 jeep liberty rattling chain like noise sounds like something is dragging but nothing is dragging

sharon1965 — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:53:40 GMT

it only makes a metal grinding or chain dragging sound after you drive for 30 minutes or so it is loud enough for people to look when you drive along at slow speed it seems to be worse

will a 1999 blazer starter fit a 2002 blazer?

keeran — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:59:59 GMT

looking for a used starter for my 02 blazer xtreme and i have located one off a 99 blazer. not sure if it will work.

The additive you have to put in the new Diesel engines

jack11139 — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:53:51 GMT

I am thinking about getting a new dodge 2500 pickup with a diesel engine. I would like some info on the additive you now have to put in the engine. Also the cost and how often you have to add it. And the reason for it. Also talking to other people they are telling me that dodge has had problems with there ball joints and other problems with the running gear. Is there any truth in it. I will be towing a 30' RV Trailer. So I don't want to have any problems on the road. Other than routine Mantenance. So any help would be appreciated

will a 1999 blazer starter fit a 2002 blazer?

keeran — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:45:49 GMT

looking for a used starter for a 2002 blazer, newest year i can locate is a 1999.

Dealer voiding contract due to residual. Question about money down.

harbinger1 — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:40:42 GMT

Leased a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. I've had possession of the vehicle for 1 month. The dealer is now attempting to get me to sign a different contract or turn the vehicle in. He says that the residual and money factor that I have on my signed contract was incorrect and Hyundai Motor Finance "kicked it back". I am not comfortable with the funny numbers that lowered the purchase price, tripled a rent charge, dropped my payment 6 cents, and upped the buyout option buy 800 dollars more cost to me.

That is the back story. Here is the question:

I put absolutely nothing down but on the signed official month old contract states I put down 2500 in rebates and 1220 dollars cash.

Am I entitled to that cash since it is the dealer voiding the lease?

2001 Pontiac aztek hard shifting after sitting for a couple of minutes

dausopen — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:44:55 GMT

the trans is a 4t65e got a code for torque converter clutch solenoid stuck on. have notice its runs fine and shifts fine but if I stop an shut it off and if the car rocks forward a little bit when I park. the next time I get in, it makes a little humming sound and shifts hard could the code I got be doing that. because it was doing the same thing before I got the code for the (tcc). any help would be appreciated

Where is the vin in the door of 1976f250? I need the engine size.

sbmllr223 — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:48:09 GMT

I am trying to sell the truck and the new purchaser has asked me via phone for the engine size. I don't know. Someone said I could get the info from the vin. There are lots of #'s and I don't know what set of #'s to use and then what in those #'s will give me the engine size. Please help.

i have a 05 monte carlo ss my turn signals and hazards quit working...

tomtom3 — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:06:36 GMT

my turn signals and hazards dont work i checked fuses all looked good....any ideas?

2000 buick park ave starting problems

christianal — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:55:46 GMT

I have a 2000 buick park ave when i turn the key to start all the lights come on but when i go to start it everything goes off. the battery and starter are good (have had them checked) all the wires going to and from the battery are good. I just replaced the ignition switch and still nothing. dont Know what to do next. HELP PLEASE

what sz. battry for 94 olds 3.1 eng.all pwer-also need startr prices and instll info

sharon702 — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:46:09 GMT

I need a battery andstarter for 94 olds cutlass 3.1 ltr eng. and want to install myself . how would I go about it. is the starter hard to install and what does a starter generally cost?are there any manual pages that I can print out showing some details?

I have a 1998 Chevy Monte Carlo. The transmission is acting crazy. It will not go in reverse at all.

jim_till — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:23:38 GMT

I have a 1998 Monte Carlo. The transmission is acting crazy. It will not go into reverse at all. Acts like it is still in park or neutral. When I put it in drive it take a long time for it to kick in. From a complete stop, I have to drop it down into low for it to engage, then slide it up to drive. once the car has warmed up drive is not as bad but still know reverse. What can I do. Please help.

At what mileage should I change shocks/struts on my 1998 Volvo V70XC AWD wagon?

joedei — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:03:58 GMT

At what mileage should I change shocks/struts on my 1998 Volvo V70XC AWD wagon?

The front ac doesn't work on my 2004 Buick Rainier. How can I check it out and replace actuator (if that's it)?

dee118 — Sat, 18 May 2013 00:35:25 GMT

The ac doesn't work in the front. I've been using the defrost. I want to try to fix it myself.

How to erase resubcription to XM radio message appearing on odometer? 2011 Chevy Silverado.

cooper327 — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:11:36 GMT

Today I had an aftermarket Pioneer stereo installed in my 2011 Chevy Silverado at Best Buy. Everything works great except for a message that started appearing on my odometer for a 1800 number to call to resubscribe to XM radio. I was not subscribed to XM radio before nor do I plan on subscribing to it later. I just want to make this message clear and go away. My new stereo does not even have XM capabilities. Thanks for any help!

Problems with brake system on 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP.

brassbell — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:33:23 GMT

I have a Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. I am having trouble with traction control light, ABS light and stability light all coming on at same time and there is slight pressure applied to my brakes without touching the brake pedal. When the lights are off the car runs normal. Thank you, Jim.

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0 has a catalytic converter that is rattling. Is there a recall on this part & how do I satisfy it?

ryanecupery — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:59:11 GMT

I have owned the car since 2003, but have not received anything pertaining to any recalls. It is obviously out of 8yr/80K mile warranty, but I don't know if a recall has a time limit or expiration date.

Just spent over $2,000 changing crankshaft position sensor, 2 coils, rotor, cap, wires, plugs, fuel pump, oil, air & oil filters, and soldered a leak on the radiator. The car was constantly stalling for no rhyme or reason; idling at a stop light or 40 mph down the road. None of the above made any difference. Oh prior to the stalling, I had the cracked exhaust manifold replaced for more money.

On the advice of an online forum I pulled the PCM and replaced the two torx tip screws on the cover with shorter screws and problem solved, it hasn't stalled since (knock on wood). So I have a new found respect for the power of the collective experience' of others.

Blue Book for the heap is $2,100 and I can't afford to sell & replace it, or put a new catalytic on it for hundreds MORE! If anyone knows about this "Emissions Recall E22" circa Dec. 2005, and if it is valid & applicable to my little under powered gas guzzler, please advise which direction I might take.

Thank you from the bottom of my pocket.

Ryan

Car is a 2003 Mercedes Benz E500. Have persistent hesitation when leaving a full stop or when RPM is less than 1000.

motley2 — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:35:47 GMT

Engine hesitates when leaving a full stop or RPM is below 1000. Dealer has not helped.

2005 Ford Explorer instrument cluster went out, then lost acceleration. Now will not start.

jjp086 — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:18:04 GMT

Was driving and had to slam on brakes stopping quickly. Directly after instrument cluster went out. After driving approximately two miles the vehicle began to sputter and would not accelerate. After turning off vehicle will not turn over. When key is on position there is a rapid clicking that appears to be coming from the throttle housing. Do I need to replace the throttle housing?

Cranks but hard to start when cold. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

willdo2 — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:23:07 GMT

I have a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 6 cylinder 4.0 motor. It cranks but takes several tries to start when cold put scanner on it. Absolute tps reads 17.3 engine speed 724 calc load 5.1 map (hg) 10.9 , coolant 192, IAT 138, ignition advance 14.0. Are these sensors good?

EC T sensor location 2001 Mazda MPV.

paul266 — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:44:39 GMT

Where is the ECT sensor located on my 2001 Mazda MPV, 2.5 v-6 ?

Thank you, Paul.

Should I lease or finance? 2013 BMW X1.

sammyyun — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:29:26 GMT

I am planning to get a 2013 BMW X1. It is good on gas and the market hasn't been saturated with it. I was wondering if I finance or lease the car?

Replaced the multifunction switch on my 96 Ford E-150, checked all fuses and the flasher but still no turn signal.

rainman5150 — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:22:04 GMT

I have done everything I can think of but still have no turn signals, what did I miss or can I do to get turn signals working?

Neither driver's side nor passenger side power window will go up How can I definitely test the voltage to the switch. Pontiac Montana.

nickverdura — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:03:59 GMT

I can't get an accurate reading on my meter. Where can I test vehicle voltage? I have the door apart now. The windows go down not up. How can I bypass the switch to get the windows up.

Why did my cruise control just stop working after over 220,000 miles? NO problems ever. Chevy Tahoe.

jbacinti — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:44:32 GMT

'99 Tahoe, 5.7L, LT with 222,000 miles and never a hint of a problem with cruise control. Last week it worked fine all day, next day it would not engage. I've checked the fuse and it is OK. Where else should I look?

No injectors pulse and no ignitions coils pulse after engine removed for rear seal installation. GMC Yukon Denali.

josel0826 — Fri, 17 May 2013 15:02:08 GMT

OK, I had to remove the engine out to install the rear flywheel seal. When engine was installed back again it won't start. Voltage out the ignitions coils don't exist and no injectors pulse exit. My question is, does the computer needs to be reflashed again or is another problem?

It's a 2004 Yukon Denali, 6.0 liter engine.

1988 Buick LeSabre cranks but won't start.

mmm3rd — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:56:59 GMT

'88 LeSabre LSF with the 3.8 V6

Was running but was hard to get started and idled really rough.

I had it idling in the driveway 'cause my mom was about to run some errands. I decided to shut it off to see if it was easier to start once it was warmed up. It wouldn't start, didn't even sound like it was firing at all.

It cranks good.

It's getting fuel to the injector rail but not out of the return side (nothing is coming through the pressure regulator).

When I pop the top of the air cleaner off and spray starting fluid in toward the injector it will run.
The pump is new and I can hear run when I turn the key.
Fuel filter is new.

Is it fuel pressure? Do I need a special gauge to check fuel pressure? (It has a port on the rail).
What else might it be? ECM?

Thanks in advance,

mmm3rd (A 17 year old wanna be mechanic, trying to learn diagnostics)

I want to see reviews on Khumo tires for my Toyota Matrix.

doover — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:17:42 GMT

I own a 2007 Toyota Matrix XR, and want to know the brands of Khumo tires that are the best match for it, and their prices. I am looking for all season radials.

How do I choose between 2013 Cadillac SRX and Volvo XC60?

kmontgomery1 — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:10:12 GMT

I have been shopping for cars and am down to choosing between the 2013 Cadillac SRX and the Volvo XC60 both are about the same price. Does anyone have any thoughts?

Was the Bullitt option available on all 2008 Ford Mustang GT Premium models? I found a blue Bullitt, never saw one before.

bobby83 — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:51:48 GMT

This is the vin 1ZVHT82H485165833. I looked it up, but did not find it to be a Bullitt.

2006 Audi A6 MMI Adaptive Air Suspension missing.

kutter864 — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:22:57 GMT

Recently its come to my attention that when I hit CAR it doesn’t show the adaptive air selections like it had. Also once in car it only displays the CAR along top and the time on bottom. The *systems* and *versions* aren’t bottom left and right anymore, so no longer selectable. Anyone have any idea if I locked it out somehow or what I can do to get back?

I have a 98 Chevy Monte Carlo and I’m giving it a tune up. I need to know if iridium spark plug will mess it up.

mikeylori — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:49:59 GMT

My car has 152 thousand miles on it and I just need to know if the Bosch iridium spark plugs will mess it up in any way?

I am having problems with my electronic system. Suzuki XL-7.

chasun — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:46:18 GMT

My car is a Suzuki XL-7 model 2008. I live in Abu Dhabi UAE. I got message about possible drive with care in my car display. I have replaced fuse and disconnected battery but still cannot solve that problem. Also I would like to know the sensor position. Anyone can help me please?

My 1997 Ford Explorer SUV will go in reverse but not forward. It is a 2 wheel drive. Is it my transmission?

moby4 — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:22:40 GMT

Do I need a new transmission for this problem or is there a less costly repair?

Just bought a 2001 Audi A6. We experienced a loss of engine power down to 40 mph, intermittently.

janet_clare — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:14:57 GMT

We just bought a 2001 Audi A6 from a private party a few days ago. We did not get an owner's or operator's manual with the vehicle. Today, on the freeway, the vehicle experienced an extreme loss of engine power. It would drop down to 40 mph. After a few minutes, it would get up to freeway speed, only to drop back down to 40 mph again. This went on intermittently throughout our outing and was most disturbing and dangerous on the freeway.

Reliability of the Chevy 305/V6 motor.

daved67 — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:42:24 GMT

Hi, I am looking to buy a 1993 Chevy conversion van with 93,000 miles. The motor is a 305/V6. I would appreciate any information about what to expect from the motor; gas mileage, timing belt life span, best maintenance procedures etc. Thanks in advance. David.

1994 Chevy S-10 gauges / wipers.

tjsousa1987 — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:49:56 GMT

When my lights are off gauges all work fine. As soon as I turn on the lights they all go to 0. Also when I turn my wipers on I can hear the motor but get nothing nor does the washer fluid work. I am at a loss and frustrated. I know the clusters are junk on them. Should I replace it or is there any advice? All grounds seem to be fine and no blown fuses. Thanks.

2000 Buick Park Avenue power seats.

jaeph — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:43:31 GMT

My power seats can only go forward or back. They stopped massaging and going up and down. Could that be a fuse or what?

Thanks in advance.

Timing chain replaced on 2000 Pontiac Grand Am 2.4 twin cam. Why won't it turn over/crank?

candacem — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:40:07 GMT

I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am. I just had my timing chain replaced. I had all parts replaced. Ii paid for the kit. There is no compression at all. When my car stopped last it did not move anymore. There was this strange sound i heard when I tried to crank it. When I turn the key now it's pretty much dead. Should I try and jump start it? I’m getting frustrated and not sure what to do next. What else do I need to check before replacing the engine? What would be the cheaper way out? I need to get my car on the road ASAP!

2013 Honda Accord randomly won't start. Dealer said nothing wrong. It's brand new, happened two times. Any ideas?

mcm8 — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:07:25 GMT

I have a 2013 Honda Accord. Randomly, it just won't start. The lights come on the dash but there is no engine noise at all. I do have my foot on the brake and the car is in Park. I had it towed today and the dealer said it started for him. I have read online that others are having this issue. Is there any solution? I thought maybe there is an electrical issue, or the sensor on the brake was bad.

How to replace the right front turn signal assembly on a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis?

mikegillis — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:06:58 GMT

How to replace the right front turn signal assembly on a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis?

Did Jeep make a Wrangler Unlimited in 2011 with a v8 option?

sully18sully — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:58:20 GMT

Was there a V8 options for Jeep Wranglers in the 2011 model year?

What is Overdrive and when do you use it? Does it make a SUV Burn more gas?

sweetcheek214 — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:07:22 GMT

What is Overdrive and when do you use it? Does it make a SUV Burn more gas?

Every time I put it in gear and drive, it will start to jerk and sometimes stall. 98 Ford Ranger.

poping89 — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:50:45 GMT

98 Ranger. Every time I put it in gear and drive, it well start to jerk and sometimes stall. Like it’s not getting gas. Any ideas?

My 2008 Acura came from the East Coast. Now I'm told there's corrosion on the brakes and drums.

topgunally — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:02:32 GMT

Brake corrosion on an East Coast vehicle, and I live on the West Coast. Didn't realize corrosion could be an issue with the vehicle location. Do I have any leverage with my extended warranty plan to cover the repairs? Or am I in trouble with this vehicle, with these "East Coast" issues coming up frequently?

What oil viscosity is being recommended for 2014 Chrysler Pentastar engines that are being exported to Europe?

craiglawrence — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:52:14 GMT

The oil viscosity spec for 2014 Pentastar engines is 5w-20 in the USA. I've read that the spec for Pentastars in vehicles that are being exported is 5w-30. Can anyone confirm this?

2000 Chevy Impala interior lights located above rear windows. Broke the white switch. Where can I find replacement?

msom22 — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:11:55 GMT

White clicker switch for interior lights located above rear windows. I broke this switch trying to change the bulbs. Where can I locate a replacement switch and is it easy to install? Thank you for your help.

My 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix driver information center went black. No information is on it. Fuse ok.

buddybell — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:48:31 GMT

Same as above no information. Blank.

How do you replace the belts on a 1974 Ford F-250?

tonyhowie — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:43:35 GMT

I have a 74 F-250 and need to know how to change the belts.