Questions tagged 'Car Maintenance'
21 questions
Dexron III fluid vs. Dexron II-one in the same?
My car requires Dexron II fluid, but I’ve noticed that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find. Instead, I see a lot of Dexron III available in stores. Occasionally, I come across jugs labeled as...
Oil Pressure Light Flickering?
I drive a 2000 Mercury Sable. Tonight, after a drive of about 10 to 15 miles, the engine was within the normal temperature range. When I switched from drive to park, the oil pressure light flickered b...
BMW idle fluctuates when I turn on the AC?
I recently purchased a pre-owned BMW 3 Series, and I've noticed something unusual. Whenever I turn on the AC, the RPM drops to around 1, then fluctuates. Additionally, there is a noticeable noise comi...
Nov 26, 2024
I have a 2005 Chevy Malibu with 120,000 miles on it.I had forgot and i went about 900 miles overdue for an oil change.The oil light flashed?
I have a 2005 Chevy Malibu with 120,000 miles on it. I forgot to change the oil and have now gone about 900 miles overdue for an oil change. The oil light has started to flash. What should I do? Is it...
Nov 23, 2024
My ABS light came on in my car. What does that mean?
I recently noticed that the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) light has illuminated on my car's dashboard. Can someone explain what this means and what steps I should take next? Is it safe to continue dr...
Nov 20, 2024
2008 BMW 328i oil leak, worth repair?
I own a 2008 BMW 328i that has been experiencing an oil leak for some time, but the source of the leak is unknown. I suspect there may be multiple holes in the gasket. I've heard from various sources...
i hit a curb and my hubcap now has a small crack in it. What will happen if I don’t replace it?
I hit a curb, and now I have a small crack in what I believe is the hubcap. I'm not very knowledgeable about cars, so I'm not entirely sure if it's the hubcap that cracked. Just to clarify, it's the p...
check fuel cap light is on…cant figure out why?
I have a 2004 Ford Focus ZTS, and the "Check Fuel Cap" light came on last night. I initially thought it might not be screwed in all the way, so I removed it and reattached it several times. It made th...
Burning smell inside car?
When I got into my car this morning, I noticed an unusual smell that I can't quite identify. It has a strong burning sensation in my nostrils, and I can even taste it. My car is a 2004 Dodge Neon, and...
How easy is it to change the Glow plugs on A Ford Mondeo?
What is the level of difficulty involved in changing the glow plugs on a Ford Mondeo? Can this task be performed by someone without professional qualifications, or is it best left to a mechanic?