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I have a 96 buick regal, my horn has been going off by itself, without touching it, I had to remove the fuse. any?

piratemania — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 19:42:06 GMT

The weather has been very cold, and my horn just started to sound without touching it. I had to remove the fuse in the middle of the night just to stop it from going off. I put a new horn relay in it today, it lasted for a while and then started to go off again without touching it. What is the problem?

what to look for with a random multiple cylinder misfire

tyson7 — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 21:00:49 GMT

have replaced coil paks mass airflow sensor / plugs n wires a yr ago along with head gaskets valve job etc . is it fuel problem or ignition?

2002 Chrysler T&C 92,000 3.8L starts and dies intermittenly security light comes on and Tach INOP any suggestions

chainsaw11 — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 16:58:11 GMT

2002 Chrysler T&C minivan 3.8L When it starts and dies the tack dosen't work. It will run for aproxamatly 15 seconds and dye. The red security light is on while it is running. The red brake light and the amber ABS ligt are on always. This may be the same of a different problem. I have seen this exact problem posted on carspace but haven,t seen a soultion the fits my year van. Any help will be appreciated

I replaced my battery however I still jump it everyday. RDO/Batt fuse was bad. Would this drain battery?

shoe54 — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 17:51:28 GMT

We replaced the battery and the negative terminal. We still have to jump start the car almost every other day and especailly when it is cold. We replaced the RDO Batt Fuse because it was bad. Do you think this could have been the problem?

responses to answers.

dthompson57p — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:29:15 GMT

I had asked advise on 1995 nissan 200sx distribitor problem. This is the first time I have been in a forum. I clicked thumbs down thinking that would take me to a place I could tell you more about the car. How do I keep going in this forum? The car has 187000 miles and never over heated and has not had a oil pump replaced as far as I know.

"output side" But could it be any thing other than the instrument panel cluster than?

bigz04 — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:49:29 GMT

It is the output side "the speedometer" then because the cruise control will maintain the Trucks speed even when the Speedo reads zero if I had the cruise set before hand before it goes wacko that is. But could it be any thing other than the instrument panel cluster than? I've had 5 new ones put in, in the last month with no improvements that is what is driving me nuts.

I do have 2 speed Sensors located across from each other on the top of my Transfer case right?

bigz04 — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:27:51 GMT

Thanks for your help!
The Local Chevy dealer has only told me that they will keep ordering clusters till they get one that works. They are telling me that the replacement clusters are in most cases no better than the ones they are taking out. They could be right I guess? One repair on the cluster, I think it was the second repair my Gear selector screen was blank after the repair, so nothing showed what gear I was in until they put the 3rd cluster in, but none have improved my Speedo. I've even drove 30 miles to a different dealer and same result. The bad thing is Chevy is only warranting the Instrument panel cluster so I'm almost afraid that's all the dealer is willing to believe is wrong and the truck is out of its 3 year warranty. This weekend I want to take both speed sensors out and spray them down with electric cleaner and see what happens. Two new ones are $80 and it does look as though I do have two on the top of my transfer case across from each other on the top. Wondering if I unbolt these to clean them if I'll have transfer case fluid come pouring out? Also I want to try the electric parts cleaner because it fixed my Mass Air Flow sensor when that kicked on a engine light and produced a trouble code, after spraying it to death with the cleaner and letting it dry the engine light was gone and so was the trouble light when I put it back in. You think it could be something as simple as dirty Speed sensors messing up my Speedo even though my cruise still works weather or not the speedo is? Thanks again.

one speed sensor

bigz04 — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 16:08:16 GMT

Okay so the left sensor is my speed sensor for my truck. The one on the right turned out to only be for my 4wd. You were right there is nothing to clean on the sensor it is all closed up. The Sensor was real loose when I took it out, the weight of the wrench on it was enough to turn it. It would be nice if it was that simple. Any way the next plan is if it was not that simple "that it just needed tightened" is I want to switch the two sensors and see what happens, they look to be the same part and I've not had any issues with the 4wd so thinking this maybe the cheaper way to trouble shoot it. Any thoughts?

i have a '93 toyota trk, i just put a new rad'tor in it wont start up it turns over then the EFI fuse blows wtf?

mkw1968 — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 03:04:20 GMT

have a '93 toyota trk, i just put a new rad'tor in it wont start up it turns over then the EFI fuse blows wtf?

how i can know the odometer pulse per Km??plz help

sad83 — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 07:18:01 GMT

this for any type of cars

first thanx, but i couldn't find the pulses list?? help me to find it pleaze..

sad83 — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 01:54:32 GMT

thank you man

Defogging problem

sleeman — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:40:52 GMT

Rear window defogger and side mirrors are not functioning to clear ice or frost. Have not noticed any blown fuses. Any suggestions?

regarding 99 durango, sensor

missmymin — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:00:17 GMT

no question, just a big thank you.

i have a 92 accord it wont start the check engine lite stays on all the time the code in the book says ecu problem

edmoe916 — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:59:49 GMT

the auto zones computer sayed that if a problem acures were the check engine light stays on all the time that their is a problem with emission control system wich the cars cumputer system will not allow the coil or distributer to send spark to the motor but bothcoil and distributer have power up to them but nothing coming out?????

How can Ii be sure my alternator needs replacing?

raidersfan — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:25:30 GMT

sometimes after i shut off the car and lock it with key remote, when i re enter after unlocking it the car is dead. i then have to relock and unlock the car again and it will start up

I have a 2004 f350 with 6.0 power stroke. It has been sitting about 3 weeks and the weather has been sub zero at n

bigford — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 20:19:09 GMT

Have had no past problems. I'm thinking the ignition switch is stuck on or the starter solinoid is stuck.

Why does my truck continue to turn over when the key is in my pocket?

bigford — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 20:44:35 GMT

I have a 2004 f350 with 6.0 power stroke. It has been sitting about 3 weeks and the weather has been sub zero at night. I tried to start it and the battery was drained. I hooked up my charger. When I tried to start it, it turned over but no start. I took the key out but the starter still was engaged. I had to disconnect both batteries. Now, when I put the battery cables on, the starter tries to start the truck. The key is in my pocket. Any help?

I own a 2004 ION that will not start at times. Recieve message "service vehicle" Wait 10 minutes it starts.

28235 — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 12:05:16 GMT

I own a 2004 ION that will not start at times. Recieve message "service vehicle" Wait 10 minutes it starts.

72 Blazer alternator- old wires red&blue, new red&white - still not working. Switch the wires?

wyobaker — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:15:57 GMT

I have a 72 Chevy Blazer that we just replaced the alternator on. The switch on the old alternator had a red and a blue wire. The new switch has a red & a white wire. I hooked up blue to white and red to red. It is still not working. Should I switch the wires or ? I'm not sure and don't want to fry the new alternator

to: Opatience

visionary7 — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:37:08 GMT

It's a 2.3 4 cyl.

REVISED - 72 Blazer Alternator problem.

wyobaker — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:54:13 GMT

I have a 72 Chevy Blazer that I just replaced the Alternator on (with a new one) The switch on the old one had a blue and a white wire. The new switch has a red and a white. I hooked up blue to red and white to white, but the alternator still isn't charging the battery. The battery is brand new also with a full charge. Should I switch these wires or ? Can you think of anything else it may be?

I have a 05 Impala, wipers point up when turned off but function properly on intermitent.

wbeede1 — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 09:45:25 GMT

They froze to the window over night and when I started the car I turned them of frozen to the window unable to return to the proper park position. After they thawed and I used them they would not return to the original park position (under the edge of the hood)they point them selves straight up.
The wipers work properly as far as on intermitent they pause at the bottom as they are supossed to. When they are turned of they go down pause and thenstraight up and stop.

where can i get the fusebox diagram for a 98 altima

tommycola — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 20:49:02 GMT

I just bought a 98 altima & the fusebox cover doesn't have the sticker that shows which fuse is which. It's not in the owners manual either... HELP... The rear defroster is not working & I was trying to check the fuse to see if that was the problem.

96 Windstar engine won't shut off

flatorres — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 16:27:05 GMT

I've got a few questions on here already regarding a 96 (originally posted as 95) Windstar that won't shut off with the key. Someone suggested a new lock cylinder, and I got one, which was the topic of the subsequent questions.

Well, I finally managed to get the old lock cylinder out and the new one in...turns out with the Windstar, the steering column housing doesn't need removal, nor does the steering wheel.

Got the new lock cylinder in, and the engine turns over just fine. It STILL won't shut down. The only way I can shut it down is via a relay in the engine...disconnecting the battery doesn't do it.

Please help. Is there any other fix I can make to get rid of this problem?

Thanks.

What is the earth ground for a 1993 SAAB 9000L Turbo?

allstatevictim — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 18:36:24 GMT

I have a 1993 Saab 9000L Turbo. I thought the alternator was bad. Before replacing it my battery would go dead and when I turned the heater on the lights would go out. I had to drive holding the high beam bar to keep the lights on when it happened. Now after the alternater has been replaced, the dash board lights and the information buttons don't light up to give me the information. This had been happening before the alternator replacement also. I think it's a ground but I don't know what ground, where it is, or anything. What is the earth ground on the SAAB? Thank you.

I'm driving a volks 99 VR6 it stalls when it idles and the coilpack from the dealer is approx 800$ any thoughts???

mglynn — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 09:10:10 GMT

I'm driving a volks Jetta 99 VR6 it stalls when it idles and the coilpack from the dealer is approx 800$ any thoughts??? Silicone spray or something similar

something is draining my battery but the battery is fine and the alternater is good too?

jessixamarie22 — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 17:33:42 GMT

My keyless entery stopped working changed the batterys still didnt work then my latch stopped working and my passenger door. Now something is draining my battery and the battery is fine as long with my alternater. i hooked it up to a tech 2 and nothing showed up and we checked the fuses but something is still draining my battery.

Thank you for your answer but I don't know what the ground is.

allstatevictim — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 18:39:55 GMT

I understand on the metal thing, like battery cables to metal and negative but I don't know what to use or what to be looking for to see if a battery is grounded. Lori - allstate-victim - Of the SAAB 9000L Turbo question - Thanx again.

91 larado

viper_25_us — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 21:53:49 GMT

i forgot to mention i didnt buy a new coil but i used the one from my 91 cherokee sport same motor same coil still had the problem.....

What causes electrical windows to roll up & down slow on 89 Buick LeSabre & how to fix it cheaply & wisely/

buick89 — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:23:20 GMT

The windows on my car roll up & down slowly,what may cause that & how do I correct it without spending alot of money.I am on a tight budget.Can it be done without taking the door panels off,I herad it could,if so,HOW?

What causes electric windows to roll up & down slow on a 89 Buick LeSabre?

buick89 — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 20:33:00 GMT

My windows roll up& down slowly & I don't know why,can that problem be fix but not be expensive? Is there a way to get them to roll up 7 down by doing something without taking the door panel off,if so,I need to know.I heard it maybe dust in the mechicnism or it may need lubricated,but I don't know.Since I have been asking YOU questions,everything you reply with<I did & it worked,so please let me know a cheap way without taking the door panel off.

2003 Buick Century dome lights dont work. door/trunk ajar warning lite comes on. where's door/trunk open sensors?

twhitaker — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:53:51 GMT

have checked fuses and opened /closed doors and trunk several times.

i washed car well.I may have left the interior lights on overnight a while back maybe computer needs to reset? can't find door and trunk activation switches. any help would be appreciated

Just to thank you and your answer for the Protege and the battery light

jazz483 — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 16:20:30 GMT

You were absolutely right the alternator was toast and because I didn't wait too long to replace it I saved the battery as well.

thanks
Jazz483

In response 95 Chevy S-10. I turn the heater on and the P brake light comes on.

sn4ck0 — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 19:52:32 GMT

I had Checked, and Cleaned the Battery Grounds, there are two grounds that run from the start of the neg to the frame, I cleaned those, and another two, one on the fenderwall, and firewall.

As for the Main ground, I Couldn't see the end, but I could feel it, and it was snug, and the area was clean, and felt like a nice solid contact.

So any other suggestions on grounds or anything else, I'm preying it's not further into the dash then what I already have apart, it's weird, the P Brake lamp engages and the speedometer fails to zero, it's rare for the system to work, but when it graces me, it works fine...might help, the window washing unit was removed, so there are two wires free, one "plug type" and another which is red that has a washer ring tip to it(which is/was a fusible link), Like I said don't know if that would help.

thank you again for your time.

Fuse/ Relay Block & Horn 1988 Honda Civic DX 1.5L sedan

bandit10 — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:50:25 GMT

Thank you for your prompt response. I did check the fuse box under the dash near my left knee. I pulled each and every fuse just because there was no marking for horn fuse. And by appearence they were all good. And I did it one at a time. Don't laugh, but where behind the grille is the horn located. Would it be closer to the battery side which is the passenger side in this car or to the right, drivers side. Does it sit high towards the top of the grille or lower near the bottom of the radiator? Thanks you very much, Ben.

Brake switch maybe?

lbecerra — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 18:34:30 GMT

my truck doesen't get out of park unless,i turn the key forward put it in neutral then it turns on and i can put it in gear. (auto tran.) i removed the brake switch on the brake petal and tried shifting out of gear and it works goes in and out of park with no problems, of course no brake lights. put the switch back on and the same problem continues. my question, what exactly is that switch called when i explain it to auto supply stores i get different answers as well as prices. thanks for your help

Hi mate. Thanks for your answer..!! Beers R on Me

pogy1999 — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 15:50:57 GMT

Hi wern10
pogy1999 here.. My jeep 4ltr straight six RHD from the UK...93.
With the electrics problem when running.....You were bang on the money..I took your advice and started checking the ignition wiring.. even though I secretly thought it was the ignition switch.....lol....after only 20 mins i found the problem, loose conetion of all things . thank you so much,, if your ever in the UK drop by and I'll get the beers in..
Bill

OK, but I took the Mitsubish 3000GT back and they said that it was nothing wrong with the alarm. but my car didn't start doing that before.

kbrown534 — Thu, 01 May 2008 20:51:13 GMT

1994 Mits 3000gt!!!!

wht shuold i do???

Can you start more than one vehicle with a single battery simultaneously?

saqib1 — Thu, 15 May 2008 06:33:46 GMT

Can you start more than one vehicle with a single battery? For instance, let’s say I’ve got a 180 AH battery and four cars each needing 45 AH.

Can these four cars be started simultaneously by a single 180 AH battery?

If yes, is there a physical limit to how many cars can be started simultaneously with a single battery, provided that it has sufficient amperes to crank all the cars at once?

Or will that depend upon the cold cranking rating?

Thanks for input on vacuum pump on my 2002 Volvo S80. The panel light does come on. That is why the switch was replaced.

18309 — Fri, 23 May 2008 10:47:56 GMT

The pump tries to cycle off -- sometimes as long as 30 minutes - - after short trips only. Gets really hot. I do not understand the purpose and or risk of doing nothing or disconnecting it altogether.

Crankshaft sensor keeps going out. Any ideas what could be triggering it?

grzly3 — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:06:45 GMT

Whilre car running shut off and check engine service soon turn on...when run a code reader it states that is the cranshaft senser....what could be causing it???

PM other Experts?

patrick88 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:30:24 GMT

Is there a way to PM other members here or get their email? To free up space instead of writing books :-)

I'm trying to get the starter out. It 's in a very tight spot . 87 Dodge Dakota

hstacy — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:11:25 GMT

Sorry I'm trying to get the starter out. It 's in a very tight spot. It a 87 dakota & have gotten all screws out, but I can not get it out.

Wipers aren't operating - one speed only, very slow.

janeta — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:39:02 GMT

My wipers are dragggggging and work very slowly at best.Is the motor burning out?

Where did you find info to clean AC controller? Did it tell you how? Chrysler Sebring.

mrbig2 — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 08:32:48 GMT

Having problems with AC control switch on Chrysler Sebring convertible

Problems with horn

sartin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:15:00 GMT

when i put the fuse in for the horn it blows and wont stop

Where can you buy a reconditioned auto battery in the Bronx, NY?

daimon — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 17:49:28 GMT

Just looking to buy a reconditioned auto battery in the Bronx, NY? That is, are there any reputable vendors that might sell them. I have an 89', Buick La Sabre. Thanks, Kevin

I own a 1994 Ford Escort Gt,1.8L DOHC. I recently replaced an ignition switch. Now my wipers, blower, sunroof don't work. Help!

papasmurf55 — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 00:38:54 GMT

When I replaced ignition switch in my 94 Escort Gt The wipers,Heater blower and sunroof would not come on.Could anyone help me with this.I used
the switch out of a escort lx (93) auto tran,1.9 L motor. Could this be the problem?

My mileage light now says "deck" instead of showing my mileage. Why is this?

josteiner2 — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:59:21 GMT

instead of showing my mileage, the light says "deck" what happened?
is this a malfunction and can it be fixed?

What caused my battery to blow up?

jerryjar — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:31:27 GMT

my friend needed a boost but we had no booster cables,so he took my battery out of my car and tried to touch the positive to positive,my battery was a bit bigger than his so to make a full connection he held my battery upside down with the two positive post touching each other and to get the ground to touch he used a tire iron to touch off on the ground post and the engine,while another person was in the car holding the key on until it got a good connection to start,and it did,spark show galore,here's how it went,his battery in car my battery upside down touching positive post to positive post,negative post to tire iron on both batteries then tire iron to ground,it works,i put my battery back in my car and dim interior lights and my battery seemed dead,I'm thinking it reversed polarity,we turned on the headlights to see if there was juice,after about the third time of putting my terminals on my battery BOOMM IN THE FACE,we were OK after a splash down from the fire dept,but what caused it?is the real question,reverse polarity from being upside down?hm,never again,