I have a 1994 Nissan Altima. It is in great shape but has two problems. The cruise control does not work at all, and as of this morning my key does not work in the driver's side lock.
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posted by Slinga
on Oct 14, 2012 -
6 answers
My 1998 Nissan Sentra GXE (1.6L) has been acting up for the past few weeks, in decreasing degrees of severity. After a varied set of problems and repairs, the engine now hesitates at random, more often when idling than when driving. It sounds like it's about to die completely and then returns to normal in a second. What the heck is going on?
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posted by summerteeth
on Sep 14, 2012 -
12 answers
Please help me reattach the power window switches to the inside of my car door. I need information about replacing a trim part on a Chrysler, and/or creative suggestions to mounting the switch unit.
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posted by Hoenikker
on Aug 8, 2012 -
10 answers
My car is doing something kind of alarming, intermittently. I'd love to get some guesses as to whether I need to see a transmission specialist or not before I take it somewhere.
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posted by restless_nomad
on Jul 24, 2012 -
12 answers
My 1994 Volvo 850 Turbo sedan failed inspection for a tie rod, a ball joint, and front tires. I took it in and am sitting around waiting on my estimate. Just curious. How much should I expect to pay for this? Labor is $70/hr.
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posted by even butter
on Jun 28, 2012 -
5 answers
How do car dealer customer reps in the repair shop get paid? Salary? Commission? Both?
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posted by teg4rvn
on May 2, 2012 -
8 answers
The door on my crappy car got bent. It no longer makes a tight seal, and it is supposed to rain heavily for the next few days. Can I bend it back?
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posted by k8oglyph
on Mar 13, 2012 -
7 answers
How does a person become a mechanic, ideally, and is this line of work compatible with social anxiety?
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posted by MrFish
on Jan 16, 2012 -
27 answers
Jeep Cherokee filter. I think my 1999 Jeep Cherokee needs front struts. Monro says $600!! Anyone have any experience with this? What would you expect to pay/ did you pay for this? Thank you!
posted by mikedelic
on Dec 19, 2011 -
6 answers
I gave my '07 Honda Civic to a mechanic who said it needed a replacement of the steering rack and/or pump, which he did. Problem: aftermarket XM radio was working perfectly before it went in, antenna had intermittent short which prevented radio from getting signal at least 50% of the time when I got it back.
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posted by randomkeystrike
on Oct 28, 2011 -
4 answers
I have a question about car problems and the best course of action. On Tuesday my car made a thump/shuttering noise while driving and now Firestone says I need around $600 worth of repairs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra with around 56,000 miles.
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posted by andoatnp
on Aug 3, 2011 -
10 answers
How and where do I get my car repaired? (or, please explain to me how car insurance works)
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posted by genmonster
on Feb 15, 2011 -
8 answers
Safety Insurance of Massachusetts, USA - does anyone have a list of their preferred repair shops?
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posted by Miko
on Jan 20, 2011 -
5 answers
How do I replace a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country's DVD player without spending obscene amounts of money?
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posted by ehamiter
on Jan 7, 2011 -
7 answers
Leaky rims. What do I need to do to stop my car from gradually settling into the ground?
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posted by Scientist
on Dec 8, 2010 -
15 answers
Why do these skeezy guys solicit me in public to do body work on my car?
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posted by Kylio
on Oct 29, 2010 -
31 answers
The brakes in my
fairly low-milage SUV have begun to squeak when stopping at slow speeds or when the car has just been turned on. What could be the problem and how can someone who knows nothing about cars get reputable service and not be ripped off? Bonus if anyone knows of a good place for this in Santa Barbara or Ventura county!
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posted by cgomez
on Jun 26, 2010 -
8 answers
Can I fix my '95 Nissan Maxima? It went from sounding a little noisy/gravelly to shaking intermittently. Oil is full but dirty. Must I see a mechanic? Engine sounds like
this (15-second AAC), exhaust sounds like
this (5-second AAC). Used to be very quiet. Can I fix this myself?
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posted by reeddavid
on Jun 25, 2010 -
6 answers
What factors do you consider when thinking about getting rid of your old car and buying a new one?
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posted by reenum
on May 13, 2010 -
17 answers
I have a 2006 Honda Pilot, and noticed that my right headlight went out. Each headlight is comprised of two headlights, a top and bottom one. The top one seems to be working, but the bottom one is out. The top bulb is easy to replace, but the bottom one is a little bit more tricky, as there doesn't seem to be an easy way to remove it. Can anyone point me to a schematic or something? I think the replacement bulb size is H11, I just don' t understand how to replace the lower bulb.
posted by GatorFan2000
on Dec 27, 2009 -
6 answers
How can I tell if the crack in my car windshield has been repaired? You would think it would be obvious.. but apparently it's not.
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posted by snorlaxx
on Sep 15, 2009 -
8 answers
[Auto Body Damage Filter] I need some advice on a minor fender bender I got into this weekend. Help me keep my 4th of Juplaya vacation from costing me an extra three thousand dollars!
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posted by sacrifix
on Jul 8, 2009 -
9 answers
Car repair filter....Car has been sitting for 18 months, anything special to do before I fire it up?
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posted by mikedelic
on Jul 1, 2009 -
7 answers
Every time I close my browser (Firefox) Google signs me out. How can I stay signed in? It's very annoying. Googling has not returned an answer to the question.
posted by wsg
on Feb 21, 2009 -
24 answers
I'm replacing the 6.5" door speakers on my 1999 Chevy S-10 (regular cab) and I have two questions.
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posted by carsonb
on Feb 13, 2009 -
5 answers
What years / models of Chevy Trucks / SUVs have interchangeable (for the most part) interior mechanicals, specifically seats?
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posted by SquidLips
on Jan 12, 2009 -
6 answers
Why does my uncle's 1998 V6 Toyota 4-Runner misfire at highway speeds? Last month we drove from Los Angeles to Tucson and back, and at what seemed to be random points while we were driving the engine would buck repeatedly. Once it started, it would continue at all speeds, with the engine running particularly rough at low/idle RPM. We took it in to 3 different Toyota dealerships along the way, and to it's home dealership once we got back. They were all happy to service the vehicle, but none were able to fix it and two insisted they couldn't find any problems with the vehicle.
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posted by carsonb
on Jan 12, 2009 -
10 answers
How do I replace the evaporative emission system sensor in a Nissan Sentra?
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posted by quin
on Nov 5, 2008 -
1 answer
Somebody loaned me their car for a week. I managed to ding the bumper. Help me figure out if this is something I can fix myself or if I need to take it to a body shop. Pictures inside.
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posted by floam
on Nov 1, 2008 -
19 answers
I drive a 1992 Toyota Camry with just over 203,000 miles on it. As far as I know, the car is in good mechanical condition except that the rear struts are in fairly desperate need of replacement.
How do you calculate the payback period for repairing an old but paid-off car, and how might you use this information to help decide whether to repair the car or buy a newer used car?
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posted by Juffo-Wup
on Jul 18, 2008 -
20 answers
Is my car safe to drive? My 2003 Ford Windstar's ABS + Brake lights intermittently go on. Searching yields lot of noise but I'm not sure what to make of it.
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posted by neilkod
on Jul 12, 2008 -
7 answers
Anyone have a recommendation for a good auto glass repair shop in L.A.?
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posted by scody
on May 11, 2008 -
5 answers
Why is my Honda Civic dinging when I come down to go to work in the morning? And can I make it stop? Some backstory...
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posted by HeroZero
on Mar 11, 2008 -
6 answers
