Repairing a Leaking Sun Roof?The sun roof in my Pontiac Grand Prix is leaking. How do I fix that? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you.
Removing Permanent Marker from Chrome Car Bumper?How do you remove permanent marker from chrome on a classic car bumper?
Squeegee to Clean WindshieldIf your car is parked outdoors overnight and you have to clean frost from your windshield, start your defroster then use a mini bathroom squeegee to scrape the window.
Hot Bricks to Defrost WindshieldOn a crisp, icy morning, I've been stumped as to how to defrost the windshield. My solution? I normally leave three or four 1/2 bricks on top of my wood stove to wrap in a towel and apply to whatever part of my body is wacky that day.
What Can I Use in Place of a Broken Glove Compartment Door?Does anyone have any ideas as to what can be put in front of a glove compartment when the door is broken beyond repair and has been thrown away? I've looked for some kind of netting that can be put up to keep items from falling out. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Lengthening a Car Sun Visor?How can I lengthen my cars sun visor?
Metal Fly Swatter for Locked Car Doors.I think that the metal handle of a flyswatter would work better than a wire hanger when going down through an automobile window to open the door. I am almost certain of it, and I have tried it once already.
Can I Paint a Dashboard?Can you paint a dashboard?
Apply Glycerin to Car WindowsIf you buy a small bottle of glycerin at the drugstore or grocery store and apply a thin coating of the liquid to both sides of your car's windshield, you'll prevent moisture and the frost that often follows-from forming on the glass.
Can I Clean Tinted Windows with Vinegar?My son has a dog that travels in the back of the car and slobbers on the rear passenger window, he has tried everything to clean them to no avail. The windows are tinted. Can I use vinegar to clean them? If so what solution break down? If not, any other suggestions?
Buy Gas in the MorningFill up your tank early in the morning when the air is cool and the gas is dense. You'll get more gas and less air.
Removing the Third Brake Light Cover?How do I remove the rear window interior brake light cover to clean the window?
Removing Crayon From Car Seats?How do I clean melted crayon from car seats?
Peanut Butter for Oxidation on Your Car?How do you use peanut butter to clean off oxidation from you car?
Pomegranate Liqueur Stain on Car Upholstery?I really need a secure tip for how to clean a stain of pomegranate liqueur from my car's cloth seat which is a cream color. Please help me! Thank you.
How Do I Keep My Windshield Wiper Blades from Squeaking?My car wiper has got a squeaking sound produced by the wiper blade rubbing against the windscreen whenever I turn it on. Is there anything to apply on the rubber to reduce the rubbing sound? Thanks.
Interior Plastic Scuff and Scratch Repair?I would like to know how to repair scuffs and scratches on the vinyl/plastic interior of a auto.
Removing Urine Smell From Car?An elderly relative had a accident in my car and got urine all over the seat. My car smells horrible; what can I do?
Removing a Sticky Residue from Car Windows?I recently got a new car. New to me anyways. The back windows are sticky on the inside. The very back window looks like something was scraped off of it. I've used window cleaner, soap and water, and vinegar and water. Nothing has worked.
Scrubbing Sponge Left Scratches on Car Windshield?My daughter was trying to help, but took a brand new scrubby sponge (scratchy side) to the hood and windshield of my 2002 Grand Caravan. Now there are scratches all over it! My concern is getting the scratches off of the windshield. Any help?
Turn Signals Not Working?My car's front turn signals work, but the rear ones do not. The fuses and bulbs are good. The flashers on the dash blink fast. What could be the problem?
Spray Paint to Update Car CarpetingAn auto detailer said that used car lots update old carpeting with plain old spray paint.
Blood Stains on Car Upholstery?How do you remove blood stains from car upholstery? It has been on there all afternoon.
Car Parking and Tail Lights Don't Work?The parking and tail lights on my car stopped working. The fuses are good. Now what?
How Do I Fix an Oil Leak?How can I stop a small oil leak on my 1997 Lexus?
Removing Dry Acrylic Paint from Car Upholstery?How do you remove dried acrylic paint from fabric car sets?
Mouse Urine Odor in Car's Heating and Cooling System?I was wondering how to get the smell of mouse urine out of my car's heating and cooling system?
Removing Decals from a Car?Can someone tell me what to use to remove old decals from a car? The previous owner had too much of a good thing.
Storage Solutions for a Small Car?I have bought a smaller car and I need ideas for homemade pockets of some kind. I would like some that hang off the front dash to hold a cell phone, note book, pen, and an average size box of Kleenex. I was thinking about something similar to shoe pockets, but I don't sew. Thanks.
Can Scraping Ice on a Windshield Do Damage?Will scraping ice off a windshield harm it in any way?
Raw Egg Smell in a Car?How do you get rid of raw egg smell in a car?
Removing Melted Suet from Car Upholstery?I accidentally left a suet bird food cake in the backseat of my car. How can I get the melted suet out of the fabric seat?
Increasing Frequency of Traffic TicketsI live in a coastal beach community and it has been reported on the news that the state police have significantly increased the number of police patrolling the highways that feed into the community.
Restoring Sun Damaged Vinyl Car Trim?I have a 10 year old Volvo wagon which I like to maintain. The vinyl trim is badly oxidized and dull from the sun. Does anyone have suggestions on a product that will return the trim to it's black color.
Will My Auto Insurance Cover This?I ran over a piece of metal I couldn't avoid on the freeway. My car's front-end got damaged and now shakes. I only have "bare-bones" basic car insurance (liability and uninsured motorist); will the "uninsured motorist" part of the policy cover the damage?
Removing Bitumen from Car's Undercarriage?I have bitumen all over the bottom off my car. I tried paint thinners which has no effect on the really heavy parts. I asked the company that sprayed the road what to use, they said Citrus Force, but that removed the paint as well. Any suggestions?
Removing Super Glue from a Dashboard?How do you remove super glue from the dash of a car? I have tried water and soap, rubbing alcohol and ice. What else can I try?
Repairing Front End Vibration in 2004 Jeep Rubicon?I am looking for suggestions to repair a vibration in the front-end of a 2004 Jeep Rubicon. There is a vibration (not safe) between 45 and 50 mph. Then it stops. I have had really bad vibration twice at freeway speeds.
Use Your Duster For Cleaning Snow Off Your CarUse your Synthetic Duster with handle as a means to remove the snow from your car. It works really well and it has found a new home in my car. The broom has been retired back to my home.
Ink on Suede Car Interior?I have ink on the suede arm rest in my van; my daughter drew all over them with a pen.
Permanent Marker on Vehicle Interior?How do you get permanent black marker out of the interior of a van?
Cleaning Sticky Substance Off Car Upholstery?I have a black sticky substance on my car seat that I cannot get out. Any suggestions? Thanks.
Caring for a Convertible Top?My dad has a Chrysler with a convertible top. It isn't real dirty but the top hasn't been lowered in a very long time. He is concerned that lowering the top might make it break/rip up.
Cleaning Window Chalk Off Car Interior?Does anybody no how to clean window chalk off of seats in a car and off the ceiling in a car? Please help.
Removing Grease from Car Upholstery?How can you get grease out of car upholstery?
1993 Ranger Heater Not Working?My 1993 Ranger won't heat up. I've put in 3 different thermometers, drained and flushed the radiator, new heater core, new temperature sending unit and still no heat. The temperature gauge won't rise above the "C" and the heater blows cold air. Any suggestions?
Emergency Car HeaterThe weather outside is frightful. A nice gift to your family this time of year is a homemade car heater.
Using Oven Cleaner on Ceramic Exhaust Pipe?I wiped my ceramic coated exhaust pipe with a micro fiber cloth. Can I use oven cleaner on the ceramic?
Removing Armor All from Vinyl Seat?How can I remove Armor All from a smooth vinyl seat?
Scuffs and Scratches on Black Interior Door Panels?I have a 2006 Honda Civic SI, with black plastic door sills on the inside. They have shoe scuffs and scratches along the bottom from where people scrape them when exiting. How do I get these scuffs out?
Removing Odor in the Car?How do I get rid of wet car smell?
Keep a Phone Book in the CarI put my old or extra telephone books in my car. It's always handy for phone numbers, addresses, most have maps and even coupons. If I have room I put one in my suit case when traveling.
Keeping a Car from Being Towed?Any creative ideas on how to keep our car from being towed? We drive the car six days a week, but park it in the street in front of our house (perfectly lawful, no problem in this neighborhood).
Low Beam Headlights Not Working Properly?I have a 1992 Honda Civic. The low beam on the driver's side does not work. If I hit the high beam the driver's side goes on, but the other side goes off. Is it the switch or the lights themselves?
How Many Quarts of Oil in '92 Chevy Tahoe?How many quarts of oil does it take for an oil change on a 1992 Chevy s10 Tahoe? Whenever I go to the professional oil changer, my nephew tells me they over filled it by a half quart. I don't want to damage the engine and I know having too much oil in a vehicle can.
Selling Cars and Parts?How do you post cars and parts for sale?
New Fuel Pump Car Still Stalls?I have a 1998 Chrysler Sebring that stalls out when driving. I have got it pin pointed to no gas. I just changed fuel pump relay, what else could it be? Why, while driving does the fuel pump shut down?
Making Leather Car Seats Feel Cooler?How can I make my leather seats feel cooler?
Preventing Having to Warm Up Your Car?An elderly man told me there was something you could buy to put in your car to prevent you from having to warm it up in the morning during the winter months. He said you could buy it from any auto store but I can't remember what the name of it was. Can anyone advise?
Grand Vitara Buzzing After Key is Removed?Why would the buzzer on our Grand Vitara continue to beep even after the key is removed, thus draining the battery?
DMV Regulations in Arizona?Does anybody know the procedure to register an out of state vehicle in Arizona? If anybody can help with good car insurance companies that will be helpful. Also, would I just have to bring my New Jersey state license to the DMV in Arizona and have them just replace it with an AZ license?
Removing Clay from Car Upholstery?How ever do I get modeling clay out of my truck seat upholstery? My son left it in the seat of the truck on a day that hit 110 (outside of the vehicle). Of course it melted into a pathetic mess.
Brown Dots on My Car?I have small brown dots on my car. I think it's from the tree I park below. I have tried pure acetone, hand sanitizer, alcohol, and WD-40 but nothing works. I try to scrape it off with a credit card but then I'm left with a white dot.
What Are the Lumps Behind the Seats in Solstice?
Why does the Solstice car have those 2 lumps on the back of the car, one behind the driver's seat and one behind the passenger's seat? Is there a purpose for them?
Washing Your Car With Dish Soap?Is it safe to wash your car with dish soap?
Mazda Miata Convertible is Leaking?I have a 2006 Mazda Miata convertible. Out of nowhere it has started leaking when it rains. It seems like it is coming in behind the panel directly behind the driver's seat. Instantly the floor is soaked. Any ideas? Thanks a lot.
Cleaning Car Batteries and Terminals?How do you clean car battery terminals?
Security System Light Keeps Coming On in a 2000 Chevy Van
?The security system light keeps coming on in a 2000 Chevy van 1500 series. What is causing this?
Reprogramming Keyless Car Entry?How do I reprogram my keyless entry code on my car?
Rain Water is Leaking into Van?My mini van leaks on the passenger side from under the dash board. Does anyone know where the rain could be coming in from? I have a bucket under there that collects the rain water, but when it pours I have a full bucket. I need to fix it but don't know where to look.
Drying Out a Leaky Car
?My car had a leak and rain poured into my driver's side floorboard. I fixed the leaky problem. How do I get rid of the wetness on my floorboard carpet to prevent mold? Also, how do I make it odor free and fresh smelling once I get the water completely removed?
Sharpie on Car Interior?My son put Sharpie on the inside ceiling in my van. Should I try alcohol? It is also on the headrest.
Removing White Out from Car Paint?Our car just got tagged with White Out and sugar. I was just wondering if anyone knew what would be the easiest/ safest way to get it off? Please feedback, asap if you know. Thanks.
Missing Lug Nut TipIf you ever had to change a tire and you lose some of the hub cap bolts, take one off of each of the other three tires and you can limp on into a service station. Hope this helps!
Buying a New Car Vs. a Used Car?I just found out that my car is burning oil through the motor so I started saving for a new car. I am not getting far being a single mom, working and going to school full time. I can't decide whether to go used or buy new.
Car Seat Smells Moldy?I cleaned my car seat (not baby seat). It has been rather unseasonably cold so the seat, not being able to dry, is now smelling a bit moldy. Any suggestions as to how to get the moldy smell out?
Be Aware of Driving Laws in Different StatesI strongly advise motorists to go to Motor Vehicle or online to get a copy of the driver's manual when driving in another state.
Do Speed Bumps and Steel Plates Damage Cars?I am asking if I really need to slow down to a 1 mile per hour at speed bumps. Again, I am not a person who races through neighborhoods. The fact is there are more and more speed bumps. I don't want to hurt my car going 10 mph when I should go 1 mph, etc.
Cigarette Burn on a Fabric Truck Seat?How do you repair a cigarette burn on a fabric truck seat?
Will A Hybrid Save You Money?"Will a hybrid save me money?" Wouldn't it be great if there was a definitive answer to that question? Unfortunately, and despite what a showroom salesman will tell you, there is no clear answer.
Hyundai Elantra Wiper Fluid Reservoir is Cracked?I have a 2000 Hyundai Elantra Wagon and the windshield wiper fluid reservoir has cracked and won't hold any fluid. I have called around for the replacement part and the cost is outrageous for a piece of plastic.
Permanent Paint on Auto Glass?Does anyone know of any paint that can go on auto glass and is permanent?
Recycle CDs as Ice ScraperWe get a lot of snow here and my daughter discovered that an old CD works great as an ice scraper for the car windshield.
Dead Rat in a Car's AC System?I know that a rat died in the AC venting system of my mom's& '96 Buick LeSabre. We are over run with Norway rats here. I knew the smell of roadkill immediately upon opening the door.
Low-Rider Car Information?Where can I find information about low-rider cars?
AM Radio Has Stopped Receiving a Signal?My 2006 Subaru Outback AM radio has stopped receiving signals. Has anyone had that problem and know a solution?
Removing Skin Oil from a Dashboard?The interior door handles as well as the dashboard of my car are dirty from oil on my skin. What can I use that is inexpensive to clean these areas and keep them clean, at least for a while?
2004 Sienna Power Sliding Door Not Working?The power sliding door on my 2004 Toyota Sienna is broken. It will cost $1800 to replace the motor. How can I disconnect the motor to make it a manual door? The dealer said everything runs through the motor and they can't disconnect the motor or cut any wires for safety reasons.
2003 Toyota Corolla is Slow to Start?My car is slow to start up sometimes. I have had the battery, fuel pump and spark plugs checked and all are fine. Any suggestions what might be the problem? This has been going on for 2 weeks. My car is parked in an enclosed garage so it doesn't get very cold. It is a 2003 Toyota Corolla.
'07 Chevy Malibu Doesn't Have a Block Heater?I have a question for my daughter. She recently bought a 2007 Chevy Malibu. My daughter recently bought a 07 Malibu. This vehicle had no block heater, and we had to pay $400.00 to have one installed.
Chevy Venture Engine Doesn't Stay On?I have a 1997 Chevy Venture, the engines cranks but doesn't stay on.
Putting a Car Engine into a Buggy?I want to put a car engine into a buggy that I am making into a two seater. I want use a BMW 325i e30 engine with an ISD. Has this been done before or can it be done? I would greatly appreciate it if you could help me?
Diagnosing Problems with Used Chevy Van?We bought a 1998 Chevy Venture Van. The only dealer on the island wants $100.00 per hour at a minimum of 2 hours to plug into their diagnostic computer. The radio doesn't work. The dome lights don't come on. The air blows only warm air. I can buy the reset code online for the radio for $5.00, but as for the rest, I am not sure how to proceed. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Aloha.
Dodge Caravan's Electric Windows Stopped Working?I have a 2005 Dodge Caravan with only 15,000 miles and my warranty has expired. Both electric windows have stopped working. I checked the fuse but it is fine. Do you think both the left and right electric motor broke at 15,000 miles?
Cleaning Texture Off Car?Our car has been drawn on with texture all down one side. Can you help with this?
Simple Green Damaged Car Dash?I sprayed my dash with Simple Green and now I can hardly read it. Any suggestions to clear it up?
