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  • What happens to the leather seats after a while?
    They start to smell and the leather gets thin and peels off.
  • What is the best overall truck on the market?
    Ford is definitely ruling the market now. The 2011 F-150 (coming mid-Fall 2010) is a great truck. It features 4 new engines. A...
  • Why is the word ambulance written backwards on ambulances?
    SO that when drivers look in their rear view mirror, they see the word ambulance written the correct way. So you can read it in...
  • Why are cars so important in our daily lives?
    In the USA, and other countries with wide-open spaces like Australia, the automobile is a requirement in many areas. In Europe,...
  • How do you remove rubber scuff marks on a car bumper?
    A rag with a bit of petrol or otehr orgaanic solvent should do well enough,
  • How do you turn Steel black?
    you burn it for a long time
  • How do you remove wheel locks without the key?
    Several tire dealerships have a tool that will do the job.
  • What would a car run like with a vacuum leake?
    Will idle rough and run rough at a steady speed, but run faily well under acceleration.
  • What does it mean when you have 30 miles to the gallon?
    30 miles to the gallon means, you should be able to travel atleast 30 miles for every 1 gallon of gas your car uses.
  • How do you replace the water pump on a 1998 Chevy Cavalier?
    refer to the gentelman's post about removing a water pump a little farther down on the page. the 1995-2004 models have the same...
  • How long do you have to claim an accident with an insurance company?
    Need to check the state law for the statute of limitations for property damage claims.
  • How much will your insurance premium go up if you have just 2 points?
    Among other things it depends on your current insurance company. Also, see if your company will "erase" the points if you attend...
  • Why does the rear floorboard of your 1997 CV flood each time it rains even when it hasn't been driven?
    You have a leak somewhere.
  • What happens when you attempt to pay off a car and the company returns your money because it was short?
    You pay the correct amount.
  • Why have cars with left and right steering other than mail delivery couldn't you simplify?
    In other countries around the world, they drive on the opposite side of the road as we do in America. England is an example....
  • What is a coil?
    it convers 12 volts into 50,000 volts Coil in electronics means wire wrap around some media the get different uses in...
  • Ky require you to have a repo license?
    There are only 5 states that require an agent to be be licensed. Look at the link on the right.
  • Why does water drip into your car when the air conditioner is on?
    SUGGESTION: CHECK FOR A PLUGGED "CONDENSATE DRAIN TUBE" SOMEWHERE UNDER THE HOOD; PROBABLY CLOSE TO THE HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONER...
  • How do you find out who owns a vehicle if you have the tag number?
    This may seem irreverant but Carmax will charge a very small fee and provide you with some great detail. But, you will have to...
  • Why does a Blend Door Actuator make a clicking noise only when the air conditioner is turned on?
    On Ford products, especially late 1990's Explorers, the blend door is actuated by a small electric sensor/motor device, and the...
  • Can a master cylinder be bled without a bleeding kit?
    http://autorepair.about.com/od/brakerelateddiyjobs/l/aa091804f.htm
  • Ran car out of gas car wont start cleaner isn't fixing the problem what are other repairs that can fix the fuel pump or filter?
    What you need to do is to use a air compresser to blow out your gas line most likely you have got rust in your line. Replace...
  • On manual transmissions how often do you check the of oil level since there is no dipstick.?
    Every 10,000 miles maybe. I would change it every 50,000 miles myself. Sadly, the morons in the engineering dept for GM...
  • Whats the cause of black smoke coming out of tailpipe?
    AnswerUsually that means that there is too much fuel going into the intake. It can be a stuck injector, bad O2 sensor, faulty EGR...
  • What happens if you have loose tie rods?
    Tire Wear Shaking in the steering wheel. Pulling, won't travel straight. If they break, NO STEERING Boom
  • Where is the ignition module on a 1993?
    A 1993 what, Ford, Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Kia, ???
  • How do you neutralize car battery acid?
    baking soda
  • Why do golf mk4 engines rev up and down when its stood still?
    your air/fuel ratio
  • How has the driving age limit changed in GB in the last hundred years?
    There have been changes to the speed limits in Britain for several reasons.The amount of cars on the road (which has increased...
  • Which states require the use of seatbelts?
    marlyand are a state that requires seatbelts
  • What is the Federal mileage allowance for car travel to and from medical appointments What is the Federal allowance for volunteer work?
    What is the federal mileage allowance for car travel to work with non-profit organizations? What if I am a for-profit busiiness...
  • We need to know the volume of a can diameter 6 inches and height is 10 inches?
    282.8571428571426 cubic inches
  • What is lasse?
    Lassi is a yoghurt-based drink which is popular in India and Pakistan. Traditionally, lassi is made by blending yoghurt, milk or...
  • What is 6 letter car name that is the same as a lady's companion?
    Escort.
  • What is the tyre size for a 1971 1302 convertible beetle?
    165/-15
  • When you finish your car loan how will this effect your credit?
    FINISHING A CAR LOAN : PAYING OFF A CAR LOAN OR COMPLETING YOUR PAYMENT OBLIGATION TO A LENDER IS A PLUS ON YOUR CREDIT , IT MAY...
  • Repossession rules for gmac?
    When you finance or lease a vehicle, your creditor holds important rights on the vehicle until you've made the last loan payment...
  • Are there any gasoline companies that use only American oil?
    United Refining Company uses only Canadian oil, which is then refined in Pennsylvania. The company sells the gas at their 370...
  • What happens if you put too much oil in your engine?
    The crankshaft whips the oil into foam causing low oil pressure, lack of lubrication and more.Depends on how much too much, but...
  • Are ferry's loud?
    no ferry's are not loud
  • How do you test electric motor in club car golf car?
    First, observe good shop safety procedures, including but not limited to eye protection, no loose hair, gloves or clothing, etc. ...
  • Black list name at bank negara Malaysia?
    Contact the bank.
  • Most common car in America?
    Toyota Corrolla
  • In automotive terms what does NOM mean?
    Not original motor
  • Will my car pass inspection in TX with abs light on?
    Yes, if there are no other problems. See the NOTE at the bottom of the page on the Texas Department of Public Safety's web site...
  • How has vehicles changed over the past 5 years?
    Motor vehicles have improved fuel economy and lower emissions.Safety is much improved, both in the design of the body shell and...
  • Why are diffrent flight vehicles designed differently?
    There designed differently to do different jobs. Some flying machines are used to transport people to different places. they are...
  • How can you get joint auto title in my name only?
    In most states, you would have to retitle the car, the question is, can you get the other person to sign off of the current...
  • Can you use armour all on leather seats?
    yes. but i dont think you would want to. it gets them shiny but all the dust is gonna stick to it quick.
  • How do you get fungus out of fuel tank?
    Hi,There are 2 ways you can do this.1, drain the tank through some kind of very fine strainer or gauze and then take the tank to...
  • Can a bad idle control valve cause a car to run rich?
    Not normally. Usually it willl cause a high idle and lean condition. Your car needs more fuel to run rich... i.e. MAF Sensor or...
  • How many gallons does it take to fill jeep commander?
    45litre
  • Over a space of a week your headlights heaters and windscreen wipers do not work unless you am accelerating and now your car wont start at all does anyone know what it could be?
    If you have not yet checked your alternator do that. Then if you did that your self double check it by seeing if there is any...
  • What type and amount of bond is needed to start a vehicle repossession business in New York state?
    Bond?? whatever the NY authorities require to get a BL. Bond to get business?? Varies by lender. MAJOR nationwide lenders...
  • Can an Indian owned vehicle be repossessed legally from sovereign Indian land - a reservation - in California?
    AnswerReservation repos MUST be conducted by tribal law. VOLUNTARY repo or REPLEVIN only. & Indian Land can be protected,...
  • How can you find out the name of a previous car owner?
    Automobile ownership records are PUBLIC information, and are held by the State or Province that issued the car's number plates....
  • How do you write a car repossession letter?
    How do you write a car repossession letter?
  • What are the rules in GA on repossession?
    See the very closely related questions linked to the right.
  • Why would your car be idling low and rough?
    I have left some lengthy explanations on WikiAnswers, but even I cant type out all the reasons this could be happening. There are...
  • How much horsepower does a stock 2001 V6 have?
    In what car?
  • How do you fix the steering wheel controls when they all stop working?
    take to the dealer or got to a salvage yard and buy replacement parts
  • Why would the temperature gauge go in the red and check engine light come on while the oil pressure gauge dropped?
    mechanical engine trouble. its about to blow up.
  • Service engine soon sensory code number is P0135?
    I took my 2000 galant to auto zone to find out why my service engine soon light won't go off, and they testing and said it was a...
  • What are the signs that sugar is in the gas tank?
    http://www.snopes.com/autos/grace/sugar.asp
  • What is a meter fuse that is located in the fuse box and the functions also if you put a higher amp fuse in will it cause fire or problems to vehicle?
    If you fix the fuse blowing by putting in a bigger fuse you will burn up your wiring. Fuses blow because something is wrong! ...
  • If during a hurricane your car is flooded is it a total loss?
    You insurance adjuster will make that determination. More than likely the answer is yes. Just adding something that seems...
  • What does the cam sprocket line up with when putting on a timing chain?
    Generally, for most single cam engines, there is a dot or mark on the cam sprocket and a similar mark on the crank sprocket....
  • What does it mean to have white smoke coming out the tail pipe black clumpy particles on oil level stick?
    you may have a blown head gasket. if you keep driving on a car with A BLOWN HEAD GASKET it may permanently damage your engine...
  • Can a blown fuse cause the fuel pump not to work?
    yes there is a fuse on all cars-trucks either under the dash or under the hood
  • Why is your oil light on your dash on It has a new filter and oil The oil is full Help?
    either you have a oil pressure problem, which could be a bad pump or main bearings in the engine, or you just have a bad switch...
  • What if you pour coolant into the overflow and the coolant instantly pours on to the ground what could be wrong?
    A leak. You need to see where it is coming from.
  • What is the problem when your car bogS down when the gas pedal is pressed?
    maby your acclator pump is not working you might have a vaccume leak your carb may be to big for the motor
  • What does a tach do?
    It measures Revolution Per MInute (RPM). This is important in performance cars or hard working motors to keep them from...
  • How do you remove the starter motor?
    Started motors are located near the "Bell housing" and are connected to the block with 2 to 3 bolts. You will see the bell...
  • Started engine after filling car with diesel instead of petrol?
    Well, the good news is that filling a gasoline engine with diesel is not as bad as using gasoline in a diesel engine. There is...
  • Do you need a Michigan driver's license to get your vehicle registered in Michigan?
    yes
  • Where is the fuse for your in-dash lights and running lights?
    Actually, on your paseo, that fuse is located in the panel near the hood release lever. The diagram on the back side of that...
  • Is the fuel pump switch and reset button the same?
    Yes this is a safety feature found on some cars that is an inertia switch. Power is cut to the fuel pump whenever the car is in...
  • What will happen to a vehicle that goes from gas with no ethanol to gas with ethanol?
    burn your valves up if you run it to long. burns hotter It will continue to function normally. Nothing will happen to the...
  • How can you tell if your car engine is burning oil?
    spark plugs fouled with oil. blue smoke from tail pipe.
  • Why doesn't the mirror fuse stay in place?
    What is a mirror fuse?
  • How do you replace a transmisssion filter on a magna tr?
    drain the transmission fluid in the trany. than take the pan on the bottom of the trans off and the filter will be right...
  • If you buy a utility trailer from a dealer do you need to insure it before you take it off of the lot?
    In my state the answer is no, as the trailer is covered by your auto insurance. Contact your insurance carrier to find out about...
  • What kind of engine swap can you put in an SC300?
    AnswerThe motor that best suites the Lexus SC300 is the Supra TT motor. You can also put the J-Spec Soarer TT motor. It's costly,...
  • What does original miles mean on a car?
    AnswerIt does not mean anything. A car with 80,00 miles and 80,000 "original" miles are the same. Back before odometers...
  • What is the ferry schedule for the Jamestown ferry?
    every half hr.5am.too8pm.then every hr.
  • 1991 S10 43 drags when starting replaced the starter battery cable to starter and helped for 1 day started but after dragging down the battery and got worse changed battery but still same problem?
    Remove the starter and haeit checked at auto parts for amp draw Check the alternator to see if it is keeping the battery charged...
  • How long should an exhaust pipe last?
    With in 3-4 years, if you drive long periods of time you will get more time out of it because you will dry up the water in the...
  • What is self induction?
    When a current in a coil increases or decreases, there is a change in magnetic flux linking the coil,an e.m.f. is induced. This...
  • Disciplined driving is the only road to human safety?
    That would depend on how much money you make and how much the car costs. The formula is: price paid for vehicle/ income. A...
  • Where will you find a synerject fuel pump?
    See Synerject's website at http://www.synerject.com/ for more information and/or contact details.
  • How much should you charge for you to snow blow someone elses driveway?
    A fair charge would be a reasonable hourly charge for your area plus a bit for fuel. My guess would be between $10 and $20 per...
  • How do you measure a camshaft lobe lift?
    With Old fashion guages that measure the normal size of the run and then the rise of the lobe.
  • What will fix a Cassette adapter from having excess noise?
    Nissan Quest Nissan Qashqai Qvale Mangusta
  • How many cars and vans are sold in the UK each year?
    1 million
  • How do you remove soot from a chrome tailpipe?
    A product called wenol metal polish works very well for just this thing. It can also remove rust spots as well to a degree. Make...
  • How do you get private investigator badge?
    earn it bud.
  • Is it a good idea to install ejection seats on cars?
    definitely not