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Asbestos Brake Pads
2008-05-03 23:17:00
In years past automotive brake pads were made with Asbestos. This material, Asbestos, worked very well. The Asbestos material made little no no noise at all and had no wear affect on the brake rotors. Brake pads made today are not made with Asbestos. The EPA or Governmental regulations no longer allow it. "Asbestos is made up of microscopic bundles of fibers that may become airborne when asbestos- containing materials are damaged or disturbed." ( source: http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/ ) EPA maintains a listing of the laws and regulations applicable to asbestos. There are still some brake pads out there that contain Asbestos but it is a smaller amount as compared to the pads of the past.Brake pads made today are not as giving as the Asbestos brake pads were. The pads of today cause noise when used on old style rotors and so the rotor manufacturers make the rotors out of a different material. This reduces noise, but at a cost. The rotors also wear along with the pads. This means you are...

grand am has to warm up before it can move
2008-05-03 18:39:00
Question:My 1994 Pontiac grand am 3.1 has to warm up before it can move in any forward or reverse gear and I already tried changing fluid and filter.Answer:First make sure your transmission fluid is full with the engine running and the car in park on flat level surface. If the fluid is not full, fill it , drive it and check it again. If the fluid is full and burnt looking (should be bright reddish/pink) then you are looking at need a rebuild or replacement. If the fluid is full and was not burnt looking before you changed it, you will need to have the shift solenoids replaced.
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windsheild wiper stopped working
2008-05-02 21:31:00
Question:My driver side windshield wiper stopped working on 2003 Ford f150 my what could be the problem ?Answer:More than likely you just need to pop the cap off, place the blades where they need to be in the off position and re-tighten the nut (usually a 13mm nut).Stripped out Wiper ArmRemove Wiper Arm
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A New Earth
2008-05-02 21:20:00
A New Earth meets The SecretThe Sedona Method shows you how to practice the Law of Attraction while Still Letting Go of Ego. The Sedona Method is a tool that shows you how to master the law of attraction while still letting go of ego as prescribed by A New Earth and how The Sedona Method is at the leading edge of the peaceful revolution in consciousness that is sweeping the planet.The Sedona Method is a self help technique developed by the late engineer/physicist/businessman Lester Levenson after a serious heart attack nearly ended his life. Lester regained his health and attributed his renewed positive outlook to a process of self inquiry of one's beliefs and related emotions.The process is designed to examine any emotion that one is experiencing and then "let it go" or release it in the moment. The basic premise is that all emotions naturally come and go out of experience unless one resists them. The idea is supported in the writings of Carl Jung who noted, "What we resist persis...

Free Online Mechanic
2008-05-02 13:15:00
FreeOnline Mechanic .com announces its new website. This another automotive repair source where you can get the Online Answers you need, Access Diagnostic Charts and Repair Procedures. This site is similar to the one you are viewing now with some additional aspects and a cleaner look. Find the information you are looking for fast with the easy to navigate layout.
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the timming belt on a 1994 honda
2008-05-01 13:16:00
Question:I'm changing the timing belt on a 1994 Honda accord dx How do i get the lower pulley off?Answer:There is one of two ways to get the pulley off. If you have a compressor and a 1/2 inch impact sometimes it will come off. If not there is a Honda tool that fits inside the hex opening in the pulley. Once this is in the pulley your 19mm socket fits through the center. You can attach a handle to the tool and brace the pulley while you brake the bolt loose.
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I bought a rebuilt A/C Compressor
2008-04-30 13:04:00
Question:I have a 1984 Chevy Corvette and I bought a rebuilt A/C for it but there is a switch or some kind of wire that plugs into it that the new A/C is blocking off. My friend had this happen to his and said he just left that wire disconnected. Is that what I need to do?Answer:If you are talking about the pressure switch in the back of the compressor, it is held in place by a snap ring. The new compressor should have a plug in the same hole in the same spot that the switch is located on the old compressor. Just remove the plug and swap the switch from the old compressor to the new compressor. It is put there for safety reasons, in case of a pressure problem with the system.
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AC cold air turns warm after ....
2008-04-29 13:01:00
Question:My 2003 Honda Accord LX, 4 cyl, auto ac will function properly on humid days until I drive over rumble stripes or hit a bump in the road. Then the blowing air warms up as if the AC switch was turned off. Sometimes if I drive over another bump or reflector in the road, it starts blowing cold air again. Other times it won''t blow cold air until the car is turned off for a few minutes. The dealership has replaced a relay switch but it didn''t fix the problem. The radio has been replaced in this car. Obviously we don''t know if this is relevant or not but the problem didn''t occur until several months after the dash was pulled to replace the radio. Answer:A couple things can cause this, the relay is one and sounds like your dealership has addressed this. Another common thing that causes this but is often overlooked is the air gap in the A/C clutch. As the air gap increases when it's hot a bump or shock to the car can cause the gap to be too much and then A/C compressor...
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Can you tow using the bumper hitch ?
2008-04-28 13:15:00
Question:Can you tow with a 1995 Ford Explorer V6 engine using the bumper hitch, I might buy one but I want to make sure I can tow with it ?Answer:Yes, you can tow with a ford explorer. In fact some of them came with a factory bumper hitch. As long as you do not exceed the towing capacity of the bumper hitch which is commonly 2000 lbs. If you want to tow more than that, I would recommend a Reese style hitch(one that bolts directly to the frame.
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slack on supercharger belt
2008-04-27 01:45:00
Question:I have a 1997 Pontiac GTP has slack on supercharger belt and the tensioner is clicking back and forth. Belt is the right size. Already tried changing the belt with a smaller belt. Answer:It sounds like the tensioner needs to be replaced as the internal spring is to weak. The only thing would be to make sure none of the pulleys the belt rides on are sticking/hanging up. Spin them with the belt off to check them. There is no adjustment for the tensioner and they commonly need to be replaced. They probably have one in stock at your local auto parts store.

Military Gear
2008-04-27 01:42:00
We are talking about some serious military gear that is available on this website. What website you might ask, I am talking about lapolicegear.com. You can find a great selection of Bates boots and more. More than 70% of the law enforcement professionals in North America have chosen to carry Safariland Holsters. You can even get GSA Approved shirts and pants. Don't forget about the foot wear that every body needs.
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Left rear brake Sticking
2008-04-26 16:45:00
Question:I have a 1988 Ford Mustang w/ rear discs and no apparent ABS. Replaced calipers and pads. Left rear brake fails to release after using E-brake. Replaced caliper again. Same deal.Answer:Sounds like the problem is in your Park brake cable. Disconnect them. pull the lever and measure. Release the lever and measure to make sure they are releasing. If not, replace the cables and make sure they are routed correctly.If it fails to release without using the park brake, then you need to replace the caliper hose.(most common)
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Dollar Days
2008-04-26 14:03:00
Do you like to save money on things you buy? Do you like to save money on automotive related products? Do you like having money left over to put gas in your car? If you have answered Yes to any one of these questions then you need to check out Dollar Days wholesale products .You can save on all the products that are available and even save up to 75% on shipping. You will find a large amount different products available to search from. Search for key chains, Automotive detail brushes, oil, or even fuses to name a few. If you like saving money, check it out!

trying to locate a diagnostic plug
2008-04-25 13:08:00
Question:I have a 1997 Renault Laguna 2.0 Petro and i have been trying to locate a diagnostic plug on my Laguna 2.0 Petro and cant find the plug anywhere, is there one in the vehicle . no. 3 injector not working. Can you tell me where it is ?Answer:Diagnostic plug should be located under left lower dash area at base of steering column.
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error code of P1824
2008-04-24 13:09:00
Question:I took my 2002 Ford Explorer to the repair facility with an error code of P1824. After extensive research on their part, or so they say, they stated that the electronic shift control module needed replacing so the 4x4 high light would stop blinking on the console. We have replaced this part and the light is still flashing, after unplugging battery for five minutes to reset the computer. They cannot figure out what is wrong. Any suggestions???Answer:Replacement of the 4WD control module does not require programming using the Ford scan tool on this vehicle. Vehicles built after 03/04/2002 with the 11th digit of the VIN being (U) or vehicles built after 03/11/2002 with the 11th digit of the VIN being (Z) require a different module than those built before these dates. The modules are not interchangeable though the harness connectors will plug into either of the modules. The modules have different internal designs. The 4WD shift module is located forward of the glove box, under ...
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Professional Auto Detailing Products
2008-04-24 04:59:00
You own a car and want it to look beautiful once again like it did when you first bought it, but not sure how or what to use. There are many different products out there to get the job done right the first time. One of these products is car wax. If you are not familiar with using car wax you might want to take a quick look at Lane's Car Products website and check out some of the Auto Detail Videos. They don't just sell car wax. They use all of their car waxes on high-end auto and truck details through their parent company, Fast Lane Mobile Detail, LLC. Their customers demand the best car wax on the market today, and they delight them everyday by using Lane's Professional car wax products.

Where can I find a list of Trouble Codes ?
2008-04-23 13:03:00
Question:Where can I find a complete list of all the diagnostic trouble codes. Is there one place that has them all ?Answer:You can find a complete list that includes OBD I, OBD II, and CAN. There are even instructions on how to extract the OBD I codes without a scan tool. All of the codes are followed by a description of what each code means. Instead of looking around in different site for each list you can find them all here.
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I have a street rod and now it won't idle
2008-04-22 13:12:00
Question:I have a street rod with a General Motors 350 engine, just replaced the (Accel) coil, coil cap, mag pick-up and control module. I have reset the air spacing. and now it won't idle. I think I should now recheck the timing but don't no what that would be. The engine is stock except for the cam and i have no idea what the duration etc. would be. where do I start.Answer:Start at 4 degrees BTDC. this is stock, then add 2 degrees(advanced) and test drive, keep adding 2 degrees until you hear it ping and back it off 2 degrees. this is the optimal timing for performance. back it off 4 to 6 degrees from engine ping for more drivable/easy to start conditions. If you have Nitrous Oxide, then remove 2 degrees for every 50 hp of Nitrous.
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Where are the dash lights in my 1992 GMC truck
2008-04-21 13:13:00
Question:Where are the dash lights in my 1992 GMC 1500 Sierra 350 so i can fix them they went out ?Answer:Make sure your gauges fuse is good.(fuse # 4, 10 amp). The bulbs are located behind/inside the dash cluster and require removal to replace them. I have added the procedure below for reference.1992-94 C/K ModelsDisconnect the negative battery cable.Remove the instrument panel cluster bezel.Unplug the electrical connections for the headlamp switch and the dimmer control.Remove the radio control head.Remove the heater control panel. On air conditioned vehicles, disengage the A/C harness.Remove the cluster retaining screws.Disconnect the gear shift indicator cable from the steering column shift bowl.Carefully pull the cluster towards you until you can reach the electrical connector. Unplug the connector. Avoid touching the connector pins.If replacing the bulbs, turn the bulb assembly 1⁄2 turn to the left to remove.To install:Install the bulb assembly. Carefully position the cluste...
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the brake pedal goes to the floor
2008-04-19 15:19:00
Question:We have a 1995 Ford Mustang, the brake pedal goes to the floor with no braking power and no system leaks. What could be the problem? Answer:This is a classic indication of a failed master cylinder. This is from the internal seals of the master cylinder allowing fluid to pass internally.
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Need reasonable priced outlet for fuel pumps ?
2008-04-18 13:22:00
Question:Still working on my daughters 2002 rodeo (Isuzu) 2.2 4cyl. I need to > replace the fuel sending unit and can't find a reasonable priced outlet > for it.. Do you guys have any excess to them? the 8th number in the Vin # is a D.. the best price out here in Washington State is around $225.00 > because you have to buy the fuel pump/sending unit as a unit. Any > thoughts on this... any info will be appreciatedAnswer:I took a look at my favorite online site and found one for $206.79 @ www.rockauto.com , Just click the red button and pick your make, year, model, fuel system, fuel pump... Not a huge savings but its enough to buy lunch. I guess the engineers that designed the fuel pump/sending unit as a complete module figure if your going to bother dropping the tank you might as well replace both, so they made it convenient for you without considering the price...lol.If you search : "Fuel Pump FG0289" You'll find several listings. A list of online auto parts stores to check ...
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Where can I find Video Repair Instructions
2008-04-17 13:24:00
Question:Where can I find video repair instructions online?Answer:Video repair for specific vehicles is not yet available only because there are so many different makes and models out there. But, there is a website that has repair videos to by category. You can choose videos that show how to replace a battery to replacing an Oxygen Sensor. New at replacing a serpentine belt, you guessed it, they have a video for that as well. Select form over a hundred different videos that can be viewed online right now at Freeautoanswers.com
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knocking noise
2008-04-16 13:41:00
Question:2002 V6 Camry..had both strut mounts (rubber) replaced today but it did not fix the knocking noise when the car slowly goes over a speed bump. Sound like something is knocking on the frame...can feel it through the steering wheel. any suggestions? Answer:Strut mounts are the most common source of front end noise on late model Camry's. Were the strut mounts installed by a Toyota dealer or someone who is knowledgeable in Toyota and were the parts genuine Toyota mounts? 2 other things that need to be checked, not common but most likely if it is a low speed knock- 1-the sway bar links that connect the sway bar to the struts need to be checked for free play, these must be removed to replace the strut mounts and may be loose from improper installation or may have joint free play causing them to "pop" when the front end flexes over a bump and twists the sway bar. I would also recommend checking the rubber bushings for the sway-bar, they are located in the center of the sub-frame ...
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where is the oil drain plug
2008-04-16 01:54:00
Question:where is the oil drain plug on a 2000 Ford Lincoln ls.Answer:Directly under the engine is the oil pan :This is a removed view. On the bottom side of the pan(from underneath the car you will be looking upward at the bottom of the pan) you will see a drain plug. It is normally 13mm or 14mm Bolt in appearance. Loosen the bolt by turn counter clock-wise.
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social community network
2008-04-16 01:42:00
We know your a car lover but the question is are you a car lover and a music lover. With today's automobiles already coming equipped with the ability to plug your Ipod right into the dash and listen to your favorite mp3s you might be interested to know about this new website. You can meet new friends or old friends, upload your photos albums. You can join groups, blogs, and chat with other members and hear their last mp3 hits. join 3gb community www.3gb.biz
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You are invited to the 2008 Cannonball Run
2008-03-18 02:23:00
The Tire Rack 2008 , One Lap of America (formerly named Cannonball Run), will celebrate its 25th anniversary race around the United States and Stephen Noton along with his 451 smart for two will be apart of this historic race.The smart has only been on sale for a couple months in the USA and Canada but it has already sparked some amazing interest from all types of car enthusiasts. While most people see the smart as an economical form of transportation Stephen Noton is showing that a smart can also be a very cool and fun car to drive.Stephen Noton says "The smart is like a Ferrari, it is a 2 seater, rear wheel drive, rear mounted engine European exotic and it even beats the Ferrari in one performance metric, MPG". That is very true and with some vehicles in the One Lap of America averaging less then 10mpg the smart at 41mpg might even have an advantage during the 4,000 mile event.Stephen Noton along with his co-driver, Tony Abou-Assaleh, will be driving the 451 smart fortwo nicknamed ...

Local Insurance Quotes
2008-03-18 02:13:00
Affordable Insurance is a must have for any car owner in today's world especially since most States require vehicles carry it. Finding affordable insurance has gotten easier with the rise of the information age and the existence of websites such as SecureInsuranceQuotes .com that offer free online insurance quotes in your local area for a variety of insurance including health, car, home, life, business, rental and more. You can quickly and easily search for insurance quotes by looking for State insurance quotes or by City insurance quotes like I have for Dayton, Ohio.
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How to replace serpintine belt
2008-03-17 12:25:00
Question:How to replace serpintine belt on 2001 Nissan Altima 2.4L ?Answer:Here is the procedure for replacing the belt. It is for the 2.4L Engine.
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How do I change the rear driver side brake light
2008-03-16 00:40:00
Question:How do I change the rear driver side brake light in my 2006 Ford Five Hundred?Answer:Remove the three retaining nuts for the taillight assembly and pull out rear taillight assembly. Remove and replace bulb, and reinstall assembly.
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Meet Stickman at Kettering U!
2008-03-15 17:28:00
Lets talk Stickman for a minute or two. Yes, I said Stickman! What is Stickman you might ask? Stickman is a creative way to introduce you to a greater out look on the #1 University in the nation for Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering as ranked by US News and World Report, also located in "America's Best Colleges Guide for 2008". I know, I know, Who is the #1 University in the nation for Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering? It is no other than the great college of Kettering University. You can check out the US News Best Colleges and see for your self. They also offer a great mechanical engineering program that would complement your automotive enthusiasm and bring your knowledge to the next level in understanding more and more of how things work and apply in the automobile industry. But I got to tell you, Stickman is also enjoyable to watch. And hey, you might even learn a little something extra while entertaining your self. I have added one of my favorite Stickman videos ...
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