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?
Making Foggy Headlamps Clear?How do I make foggy headlamps clear?
Paint Stains On Car?My car was really shiny so to get rid of the scratches stupid me has put a gloss black paint onto my car and it has turned a kind of matte finish. How can I get it back to the nice glossy finish it was? Thanks.
Removing Rust From Car Interior?I spilled "The Works" cleaner in my car and it has wreaked havoc on the interior. All of the black metal that was exposed, has rust all over it. The aluminum was etched by the fumes. I finally got the smell out, but am worried about all the rust under the seats etc. How do I get rid of the rust?
Fill Your Gas Tank OftenGas here has been in the three dollar range, $3.69 today. I don't let my gas tank get lower then three-quarters empty. It usually costs $20.00 or $25.00 to fill the tank, about every two or three weeks depends how much and how far I drive.
Skunk Spray Stained Vehicle Paint?My car was sprayed by a skunk and it visibly stained the paint. Any ideas on how to remove the stain? I have tried a finish restorer and a commercial grade tar and road grime cleaner.
Phantom Door Locking?I have a 2007 GMC Envoy. The dealer's solution to phantom door locking has been to disconnect the mechanical linkage to the inside door lever. I'm concern with the possibility of needing to exit the locked drivers door in an emergency, having lost electrical power. I'm unsuccessful in dealing with GMC. Any advice?
Tips To Find Inexpensive Body Work?We have a car that has a good sized dent in it from a hit and run driver. We are going to have to pay for the repair out of our own pocket. Does anyone have any tips for getting body work done as inexpensively as possible?
Keyless Entry Code for Ford Explorer?I need to find a keyless entry code for a 2000 Ford Explorer.
Budgeting For Car PaymentsWe needed to purchase a new car for my husband who uses it for business. He puts on an average of 45,000 miles annually. We did not have enough saved to pay cash for the car so I needed to FIND an additional $150 a month for the increased car payment.
A/C Problems In 2003 Olds Silhouette?I have a 2003 Olds Silhouette. The A/C works, but stops working and restarts without a change to the controls. The coolant was checked and determined to be full. Cabin filter was cleaned of debris and recently replaced. Do you think it is the compressor or does it have a clutch that could be the problem or something else? Thanks I am a long time fan.
Schedule Appointments on the Same DayWith gasoline prices so high, a couple we know tries to make several of their doctors' visits all in one day. They always carry the other doctor's phone numbers, so they can call if they are going to be late and need to reschedule.
Ford Focus: Light On Dash Keeps Flashing?I recently bought a 2008 Ford Focus. Today after putting gas in the car a light started flashing intermittently. It's located on the very bottom left of the dash, it looks like a car with a giant lock symbol. We can't figure out what its for, and how to stop it.
Planning Ways To Drive LessNow that gasoline prices have become an issue, it's easier and easier to ask for accommodations from friends and colleagues - and to carpool - meet at central locations, etc.
Avoid Buying Gas On Weekends Or HolidaysWhen buying gas, always make sure you purchase it a couple of days before the weekend, or before a major holiday. That's when the big shots raise the prices; over the weekend when we have to run errands or during a holiday, when we travel to see our loved ones
Removing Musty Smell From Vehicle Carpet?What can I use to get rid of a musty smell out of my carpet in the trunk of my van?
Problems With Convertible Car Top?We live on an island on the coast of Texas. Sometimes my convertible top will not go up and down properly. Should I use w-d 40? What else could be wrong?
Magnetic Car Sticker Won't Come Off?I live in hot Florida. I had a big magnetic sticker on my truck which is now embedded and I can't peel it off. Any ideas on getting it off without ruining the paint?
It's Nice to Have a Vehicle for HaulingIf you have more than one vehicle (or even one), think about how you can use it for hauling. When I was single, I always had a hatchback to take my finds back with me and now my husband has a truck. We just saved $30 on delivery of a desk from the Salvation Army that was only $39.
New Brake Pads Still Squeaky?I just had my pads replaced at Christmas on an '06 Malibu. They are still squeaking and seem to be getting worse. They stop fine but I'm wondering if I should be concerned. Anyone have any advice?
Keeping Side Mirrors Clear of IceIf you have those big rearview mirrors on your car or truck and you know an ice storm is coming, here's a cheap trick to keep them clean.
Use Salt Water to Prevent Ice on Car WindowsThis tip is especially helpful for this time of year, the winter months, when layers of frost accumulate inside our car windows. To prevent this from happening, rub your windows with a solution of two tablespoons of salt in one gallon of hot water. Wipe dry.
Mark Your Gas Cap With Your AddressTape or affix an address label to your gas cap so that it may be returned if left at the gas station accidentally.
Dave Ramsey's Car Insurance Philosophy?I've seen a lot of people mention Dave Ramsey on this site. Does anyone know Dave Ramsey's philosophy on car insurance? I listen to the radio show a few times a week but I don't have any of his books.
Watch For Small Animals Hiding In Car EnginesWith colder temperatures in effect, remember that warm engines attract cats and other small animals who may crawl up under the hood. To avoid injuring any animals, bang on your car's hood to scare them away before starting your engine.
Keeping Rabbits Out of Engine Compartment?How can you keep rabbit out of your engine compartment? The menace had chewed my car wires first causing major damage with an estimated cost of over $2,000.00.
Mold and Mildew in Vehicle Carpet?How do I remove mold and mildew from carpets in a vehicle?
Rock Chip Repairs On Your Auto InsuranceI work at a body shop and so many people do not know about this: Take a good look at the front of your car. Did you know that all those rock chips on the hood, bumper, fenders and windshield can be repaired through a claim with your automotive insurance?
Save On Oil Changes For High End CarsWe know a lady with a high end car. She's asked us for suggestions on what to do for cheaper oil changes, as her dealership charges $200.00 for hers. If you're in this predicament, find a reputable repair shop, that you trust or talk to your neighbors and friends, see who they suggest.
Icy Windshield?Anything for frosty/iced windshields? I am a van driver for school kids and it is left out all night. I might not have enough time to scrape in the mornings.
Removing Marker From The Outside of a White Van?How do you get marker off the outside of your white van?
Removing Clear Coat from Automotive Paint?Does anyone know how to remove the deteriorating clear coat from the hood of my Toyota pickup? I would be happy to have just the paint job left underneath.
Spilled Anchovies and Cream in Backseat of Car?Drowning in anchovies and cream! Spilled on back seat of car (perforated leather) and on carpet floor! Can anyone 'tackle' these odors?
Removing Adhesive From a Car?How do I get dried adhesive from a Christian fish off my car?
Finder Fee For Auto Dealer ReferralsI'm not sure if most people know this or not, but this is a tip if you buy your new vehicle from a dealership. Afterwards, send your friends and/or family members to the same dealership and salesman and have them purchase a vehicle.
Cleaning White Glue Off A Car?Some jerk threw a large amount of white glue (you know the Elmer's school glue) onto my car. Does anyone know how to remove dried white glue from a car without destroying the paint.
Installing a Review Mirror in a Buick Regal?I am looking for information on how to install a review mirror in a Buick Regal.
Carpet Adhesive on Car Paint?Does anyone have any ideas how to remove carpet adhesive from the paint work of Car without ruining the colour and paint on the car? I was driving into a mall the other day when I ran over a can which turned out to be a aerosol can of carpet adhesive! It sprayed over the side of my car and now I'm wondering how to remove it!
Buy Gas MidweekI have heard more than once that gasoline prices are lower in the middle of the week (Tues., Wed.) than on the weekend.
Boycott Gas On May 15thHi, I was reading the gasoline tips and thought I would pass this along. Did you know if just 7 million people did not buy gas on one selected day, it would cost the oil companies $20 billion dollars on the average, based on the cost of filling up your tank at $30.00.
Mothballs To Boost Mileage?Old school drag racers can tell you - to boost your gas mileage and power by adding 1-3 mothballs, which are pure ether, to your gas tank!
Frugal Snack Box For DrivingBuy granola bars and other individually packaged snacks on sale, with coupons or at the dollar store. Then find a lunch box and put a couple of each kind inside.
Getting a Fair Price on a Car?How do you get a car salesman to give you a fair price? I can NEVER get them to give me more than 500 off the sticker price. And then they add it back with fees or some other generic type charge. They call it paperwork, etc.
Link For Cheapest Gas StationsNow that gas prices are going up again, you might want to check out listings of lowest gas prices per zip code.
Selling a Mercury Mystique?Does anyone have any idea what a good asking price would be for a 2000 mercury mystique with 94,000 miles on it. It needs a new transmission and possibly a new fuel line.
Fix Window Dings Before They Become CracksWinter temperatures are tough on vehicle windshields. You can save yourself from having to replace your car windshield down the road by getting dings repaired in a timely matter.
Oil Dipstick Broke?My oil dipstick broke off in the engine, snapped right off at the cheap plastic handle and what's left of it down in the tube is the other half of the plastic handle, wedged in tightly, about 1/2 to 3/4" down with nothing to grip it by, so I now can't even pull the stick out to check my oil.
Caution About Ribbon Auto MagnetsCaution About Ribbon Auto Magnets. Around our town, a lot of people have those big (5 to 7 inch) patriotic (or other colored) ribbon shaped magnets on their vehicles.
Spots on Car Windows?How can spots on car windows be removed? The windows do not look clean after cleaning.
Inexpensive Car Alarm?What can I do for a car alarm on a very tight budget?
"Ford 8 Inch Rebuild/Gear Setup" Instructions?I am looking for written instructions for "Ford 8 Inch Rebuild/Gear Setup". I have found nine inch and this does not work. Looking for suggestions where to look, who to contact. Thanks for helping me rebuild my 48 Ford.
Moving a Window Decal to a Different Window?If I remove a kid's sports decal from the car window, can I reapply it to another car window?
Removing a Tire from a Rim?I collect aluminum for cash, mostly aluminum cans. I have recently found in the garbage a tire from a car on an aluminum rim. I have no use for the rim, but need to remove the tire in order to cash in the aluminum rim.
Car Bangs When Shifting Into Overdrive?Why does my 1997 Buick Lasabre shift into overdrive with a bang?
20% Down on New CarsWhen buying a new or used car from a dealer, make a down payment of at least 20%. That will be a enough to cover taxes and most of the vehicles first year depreciation.
