tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74733499209418157752024-02-20T01:30:16.458-08:00how to change serpentine beltOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comBlogger150125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-48999949075990701012011-09-14T05:18:00.001-07:002011-09-14T05:18:15.817-07:00I am changing the thermostat in my 88 chevy Van ?the support rod for the serpentine belt tensioner covers the nut to the rh side of the thermostat cover.How to i remove the rod?<br><br />I have drained the coolent.I am chang<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> the thermostat in my 88 chevy Van ?<br>take the rod off by the thermostat and where it connects to the tensionerI am changing the thermostat in my 88 chevy Van ?<br>http://www.qvvo.com/link/2abc4cdbI am changing the thermostat in my 88 chevy Van ?<br>ok... i changed the thermostat,in a 87 conversion van bout 4 months ago...so... have you taken the cowl hood off inside?... if you have,nt you wont be able to do it unlessyou should see the bolt on the inside after you take the cowl off....its fun!have patienceyou should see the rod from thereOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-25703868105063111052011-09-14T05:18:00.000-07:002011-09-14T05:18:02.343-07:00How much for the ac compressor clutch repair cost?How much will it cost for the AC compressor clutch repair for Olds Achieva 97 with 3.1 litre engine? Can I do the repair myself without disconnect<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> the AC lines? I guess I will have to take out the splash sheilds and loosen the serpentine belt. <br><br />Hoping that it should be considerably less in cost of the repair than the changing the AC compressor itself.How much for the ac compressor clutch repair cost?<br>You have not given the exact problem. In most cases, you will NOT be able to do it your self. R134a must be drained and recovered and unless you have an a/c machine, don't play with it. Get a quote from several shops and decide for your self.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-60259741889981368072011-09-14T05:17:00.005-07:002011-09-14T05:17:46.438-07:00Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?I took my car, a 2004 Volkswagen beetle to the mechanic to change an engine coolant temperature sensor (ECT switch). They recommended I change the temperature gasket also since the car will already be taken apart (which was $100 extra), so I did. <br><br /><br><br />They said I would need a serpentine belt soon also. So, I changed that. They also changed my oil and gave me a wheel alignment.<br><br /><br><br />I took my car on a road trip about an hour away. Soon as we made it there, my AC stopped work<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> and the car started over heating. So we parked it. We came outside an couple hours later, lifted the hood, and noticed there was no coolant in it at all. We figured that was the problem, put some some coolant in there and proceeded to go home.<br><br /><br><br />On the interstate the hot light came on and my car started to have white smoke coming from the hood of the car. Not ever the tail pipe! We pulled over (almost got lifted by 18 wheelers) and put some more coolant and it was leaking out and kinda looked like there was coolant sprayed all over under the hood. We made it to the next exit. And right before we parked, a red oil light came on.<br><br /><br><br />I towed it to the mechanic and they are saying it's my fault. And the coolant bypass housing has a hole in it and it had calcium in it. and now I need a new head gasket and maybe an engine.<br><br /><br><br />I think its an awful coincidence my car never ever overheated and the day after I get it from them, it has all of these proble<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a>.<br><br /><br><br />WHAT DO YOU THINK HAPPENED OR THEY DID, THAT CAUSED THIS TO HAPPEN TO MY CAR???<br><br /><br><br /><br><br />I towed it away from the shop because when I went outside I noticed the battery was dead!!! The man was saying it would probaby over heat because he thought I was gonna drive it home. He didnt want to give me my part back. He lied to my dad about a core charge and tried to lie to me, but the other person butted in and said there is no core charge. So that was fishy.<br><br /><br><br />Anyway, after I towed it home, i noticed it still didn't have any coolant in it. Is that normal for them to do that. And also, they killed my battery the first time I picked up. (Maybe because they left the doors and trunk wide open during the three trips it took them to fix my tail light.) So that makes it twice that they killed my battery which is still dead! Which shows how negligent they are....<br><br /><br><br />Do you think all of this is their fault? And can you give me some theories on what happened so I can confront the owner?Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>If you already had problems with them, you're a retard for bringing the car back to them.<br><br /><br><br />Otherwise, they CANNOT cause a calcium deposit in your car.<br><br /><br><br />Here is what happened.<br><br /><br><br />You have a lot of problem with your car. You fixed some, which caused certain things to run more efficiently. By running more efficiently, it has caused other smaller problems, to become larger.<br><br /><br><br />And now you have those to fix as well.<br><br /><br><br />Also, let's consider something. You're engine temperature sensor needed replacement.<br><br /><br><br />MAYBE the reason it never overheated before, was because your sensor was bad, and not giving you the proper readout. It was in fact overheating, but you just didn't know. Ever consider that?Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>Boohoo. Looks like people still think I had the best answer.<br><br /><br><br />Perhaps if you knew anything about your car, you wouldn't post stupid, un-informed questions.... <p><span>Report Abuse</span></p> Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>Read the first answer. It is right on.<br><br /><br><br />As far as the battery, they do not last forever. The car is 5 years old. Change the batteryMechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>Thats why I fix my own cars.. Its sux when all Ms Prisssy wants to date is rich Wall St guys that cant change a light bulb. Find a real man that can a keep a woman and her car straight and never broken downMechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>The %26quot;New Beatles%26quot; have a lot of problems. <br><br /><br><br />Because you said that the A/C went out, I want you to look at you serpentine belt. Is it loose? If the belt broke on your trip or is too loose, then that could have caused all your problems. <br><br /><br><br /> I believe your head gasket blew. That means that coolant can get into your engine and into your oil. This makes your oil worthless and your engine would then seize. If you got lucky, then the head gasket blew in a way that the coolant just leaves the engine but doesn't get into the oil. Then you just need a new head gasket. The first way you need a new engine, the second way you have the head gasket replace.Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>The first clue is the a/c stopped working...usually a sign of an overheated car..or electrical problem that may have affected the cooling fans...either way should have stopped and checked it out...once the car started to overheat the pressure in the radiator probably exceeded 20PSI...more than enough to rupture a wekk part or hose...continuing to drive only made it worse...You never drive a car with an overheating problem...REGARDLESS...So what happened first is hard to say...who has more blame...You!! for continuing to drive it...What part would they not give you back??...as far as the rest goes you are probably right leaving the hood and trunl open probably drained the battery..Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>I think they caused this. with all the extra work they recommended and charged you for then never fixed any problem. The calcium story sounds very fishy and a lie.It is very common for mechanic shops to lie to people who they know, dont know about cars. They did not check for leaks after they did the work. or they forgot to refill it with water. You will need to take it to some else that can tell you why it happened. dont tell them it was another shop, or they may not want to make trouble. tell them an aquaintance did it and you think they messed it up. then get there answer ans estimate in writing. if you choose to sue them you will need this type of documentation. take it a vw dealer or vw specialist so the report will be accepted as reliable. you will prob have to pay for the inspection. But it is something you will have to do.Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>You cannot use anything but genuine VW coolant in this car. Read this again!! YOU CANNOT USE ANYTHING BUT VW COOLANT IN THIS CAR. Mixing it with another coolant will cause a chemical reaction that could look like calcium deposits. It WILL damage the head gasket and the radiator and heater core. To the best of my knowledge of these cars, there is no $100 temperature gasket. They burned you. I have a feeling that you did NOT go to a genuine VW dealer or even a genuine VW e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erienced technician. When you resolve this problem, you will probably need to have your operating computer re-programmed. VW operating computers must be told that something under the hood has changed. Sometimes an inexperienced mechanic will leave hoses disconnected or will not double check their work. Also, you SHOULDN'T be using any other oil in this car but Mobil One, or ELF oil, that meets SPECIFICATION 502/505. Read you manual 4 times!!!!! You are also overdue for a brake fluid (VW only fluid) change.Mechanic in Wrong? Car Over heated.?<br>it sounds like too much pressure built up and it blew the head gasket. now you can see why i work on my own car. i don,t trust these people that calls themselfs mechanics. a lot of them are wannabees.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-59772530279934390592011-09-14T05:17:00.004-07:002011-09-14T05:17:42.033-07:00How do I get the tentioner back in place after changing my water pump?I have a 91 saturn 5 speed. I changed the water pump but now I can't get the tentioner th<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> to go back in place in order to turn the serpentine belt. Is there a secret to this? Any input will be greatly apprieciated.How do I get the tentioner back in place after changing my water pump?<br>I hope you replaced the belt and the tensioner also.<br><br /><br><br />At that age, they probably should have been changed long ago. If the belt breaks, it could ruin the engine (depends on engine type).How do I get the tentioner back in place after changing my water pump?<br>there is a nubb on the back of the tensioner that fits into a hole on your engine that lines it right up. good luckHow do I get the tentioner back in place after changing my water pump?<br>Its a spring loaded tensioner if you turned it to take the belt off and it didn't spring back the other way its bad.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-13568418034112327912011-09-14T05:17:00.003-07:002011-09-14T05:17:30.426-07:002000 Ford Windstar 3.8L (bearing shot.. somewhere among 7 pulleys)?How much play might a power steer<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> pump pulley have?<br><br /><br><br />I changed the belt and idler pulley(no change). The sound I hearing can get too loud at times to isolate the bad bearing. Serpentine drives: Crank, water pump, alternator, power steering, idler, and tensioning idler. Any ideas?2000 Ford Windstar 3.8L (bearing shot.. somewhere among 7 pulleys)?<br>i would get a can of wd40 and spray each one and listen for the noise to stop2000 Ford Windstar 3.8L (bearing shot.. somewhere among 7 pulleys)?<br>take the belt off and check each pulley for play and spin the p/s a/c idler and tensioner. you should be able to tell which one is the problem. most likeky the idler or tensioner2000 Ford Windstar 3.8L (bearing shot.. somewhere among 7 pulleys)?<br>I have seen the cam synchronizer go bad and thought it was a pulley problem. it sounded like the noise was right there at the belt. this was also a 2000 windstar w/3.8. good luck.<li><a href=http://beddingsetcentral.com/?p=6075>What duvet cover would go best</a></li><li><a href=http://long-hair-styles-fkgk.blogspot.com/>long hair styles</a></li>Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-51596599129895929562011-09-14T05:17:00.002-07:002011-09-14T05:17:18.020-07:00What type of belts are in a car?96 toyota corolla 1.8L 192,000miles<br><br />Besides the tim<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> belt, what are the belts in the car?<br><br />alternator belt, serpentine belt, what else?<br><br />How much would it be to change all of them?What type of belts are in a car?<br>Power steering, alternator %26amp; aircon belts.<br><br />These belts are %26quot;poly V%26quot; types, they are a little more e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>ensive than a standard V- belt, but have a longer life.<br><br />You don't have any belt that could be classified as a %26quot;serpentine%26quot; belt. These are a single belt that snakes its way around all the accessories fitted to an engine, that's why they're referred to as %26quot;serpentine%26quot;.<br><br />You'll just need to get a quote for replacement.<br><br />Are you sure you need them replaced?What type of belts are in a car?<br>some cars have one belt and they range in priceWhat type of belts are in a car?<br>power steering air conditioning go to a good mechanic and get a bidOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-72725108253804273192011-09-14T05:17:00.001-07:002011-09-14T05:17:08.213-07:00My 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?the cap where the coolant goes and no one knows what the problem is because they say everyth<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> is ok except that my serpentine belt needs to be change. Can some one please give advice to what the problem may be and about how much am i looking at to fix it.My 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?<br>what is the sympto<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> when it over heats is it running over or is it just your gage saying its over heating if not that then even thou you think the cap and pump and thermostat are good and actually one of them are not. And one last thing is did it get properly burped and is it full of coolant.My 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?<br>You have air in your coolant system.What you do is unscrew your cold fill cap and the coolant reservoir.You can use a 1/4 socket drive to unscrew the cold fill cap.Once you do that pour in your coolant through the cold fill valve until your reservoir is full.You'll then start to see all the air bubbles being forced out.Those 4.6 dohc really put out heat so those air pockets can be a real headache but trust me thats exactly what it is.My 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?<br>overheats, what speed, idling, when engine gets hot, electric fan should turn on, driving 50mph or more down highway and overheats, radiator needs to be changed, not cleaned. Have to keep in mind with engine overheating, ALWAYS check for water leaks firstMy 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?<br>does this car have a electric fan on it ? is it running .also check and make sure your lower raditor hose is not collasping at speed to check look at hose have someone slowly rev the engine to say about 3000 rpm and see if it collaspes if it does theres your problemMy 2000 lincoln continental is overheating again and i have had the thermostat changed and the radiator and?<br>try a new belt: about $300 with labor and a water pump. only $100 more if you do them at the same time because you have to remove the belt to change the water pump.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-64033245614554447082011-09-14T05:17:00.000-07:002011-09-14T05:17:00.424-07:00Have a 97 jeep grand Cherokee LoradoThe jeep is a dark Bergundy red.<br><br />The paint code see<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> to be scraped over and I can't read it.<br><br />Any one know what the code is? as i need to touch up some scrapes.<br><br />Also thanks for the advice on how to install a serpentine belt on this jeep<br><br />However the big problem was that the pulley attached to the crank was shot<br><br />I was able to clear all the pieces of belt wrapped around the other pulleys and got the jeep to the service station w/out overheat<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> <br><br />Changing the Pulley was not a walk in the park but I got a lesson on changing pulleys and belts<br><br />Thanks for all your replies<br><br />I am now an RKP a ( reasonably knowledgeable person ) Have a 97 jeep grand Cherokee Lorado<br>This is mostly an educated guess but I would say your vehicles paint code is PEG which is dark rosewood, the part for a brush type bottle is 4796116ab $8.75 available in a day or two from your local dealership.<br><br /><br><br />If you would like you can <a href=http://email.ittwit.com>email</a> me the last 9 digits of your vin and I can make sure the info I gave you is correct.Have a 97 jeep grand Cherokee Lorado<br>you can call n the vin to chrysler ,keep your jeep, itll last longer than most woman.<br><br />Have a 97 jeep grand Cherokee Lorado<br>I think if you look in the door there is a tag you may find it there hope it helpsOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-6706884064941092432011-09-14T05:16:00.003-07:002011-09-14T05:16:50.946-07:00How is the best way to change a water pump on a '98 caravan 3.3 liter engine?the tensioner deal on the serpentine belt kind of makes me nervousHow is the best way to change a water pump on a %26039;98 caravan 3.3 liter engine?<br>and it should,( make you nervous ) keep your f<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a>ers out of the way take a bar or screwdriver and pry it back to loosen the belt and slip the belt of of any pulley that is easy to get to, keeping your fingers out from under the belt.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-62276161699685773542011-09-14T05:16:00.002-07:002011-09-14T05:16:41.336-07:00How is the best way to change a water pump on a '98 caravan 3.3 liter engine?the tensioner deal on the serpentine belt kind of makes me nervousHow is the best way to change a water pump on a %26039;98 caravan 3.3 liter engine?<br>The serpentine belt tensioner is not hard to deal with. They make a tool that makes it easy to move it, to allow the belt to be taken off. <br><br /><br><br /><br><br />The water pump itself is located in the front of the engine, near the bottom. The best way to gain access to it is to remove the left front wheel, and the inner fender liner. Remove the pulley, and the pump itself is held in with bolts. These bolts are very thin, and if you are not careful you can break them off in the hous<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a>. That will require the bolts to be drilled out, so you want to avoid that if possible. There is limited room to get a drill in.<br><br /><br><br />If you are not comfortable with the belt, you really may want to consider paying a shop to change the water pump. If they break a bolt or three, they have to do the drilling and tapping at no additional charge. <br><br /><br><br />I work on my own cars. I pay to have the 3.3 water pump replaced, because over half of them have the bolts break.<li><a href=http://net.ittwit.com/5248448/how-to-use-ajax-in-net>AJAX in .net</a></li><li><a href=http://reduce-redness-of-a-pimple.blogspot.com/>reduce redness of a pimple</a></li>Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-70905157785025242572011-09-14T05:16:00.001-07:002011-09-14T05:16:30.652-07:00How do I know if my timing belt has broken?I'm currently driv<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> a 1999 Toyota Camry CE, running on a 4 cylinder engine, and my check engine light just came one. Recently I had my spark plugs replaced, the radiator/hoses, fan belts, and serpentine belts done, but the mechanic I went to warned me that my timing belt should be coming up since it should have been done at 150,000, and I'm at 160,000 miles. I was wondering if anyone has any idea if it may be the timing belt, i did not notice any change in my car as i was driving except for hearing a tiny bit of clicking coming from behind my dashboard. If it is broken, how much should I look forward to paying?<br><br /><br><br />Side Note, they also told me I needed to get a gasket cap replaced, told me it isn't pertinent, but could that cause a check engine light to spring up?How do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>First off, I've never heard of a gasket cap. <br><br />Second, I doubt any gasket your make your engine light come on.<br><br />Third, it's a little convenient that you just passed the mileage maintenance and they are just more than happy to help.<br><br />It depends on when the last time the belt was done. If you don't know and you have the cash to do it, then go ahead. If you don't then start saving for one.<br><br />These days, the only way you are going to know if your timing belt busted is when your car stops working, then you have real engine damage.How do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>Timing belts usually need replaced every 50k miles. I'm not familiar with belts. But I learned that timing %26quot; chains rarely ever need to be changed. I think if your engine has a rough idle or misfires that could be sympto<a href=http://msdn.ittwit.com>ms</a> of a worn timing belt.How do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>if a timing belt fails the engine will not start. it should be done at 60-80,000 miles. if you have not had it done yet, get it done! which %26quot;gasket cap%26quot; a gas cap can trigger that light.How do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>it isnt broken yet if your car is still running and as far as that clicking noise idk wut that isHow do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>Your timing belt isn't broken cuz then you wouldn't be driving. I recently changed mine and it costed a little less than 1k.How do I know if my timing belt has broken?<br>If your timing belt breaks while you're driving it can ruin your engine. Tends to bend the valves. This belt connects the crankshaft to the camshaft and if it breaks you won't be going anywhere unless you happen to be on the top of a hill and can coast. It definitely needs to be replaced while it isn't broken and if it has a lot of miles on it do it soon. costs can vary all over the place. shop around. The belt itself is probably 15-30 dollars at an auto parts store but this isn't really a do it yourself job unless you're pretty e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erienced with engine work. The engine light can be literally hundreds of things so you need to get the codes read and go from there.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-73416847161623161012011-09-14T05:16:00.000-07:002011-09-14T05:16:16.501-07:00Is this quote "sound" for a timing belt replacement on an 02 Jetta 2.0?Hey everyone--<br><br /><br><br />I am gett<a href=http://programming.ittwit.com>ing</a> ready to replace my timing belt (80k), and I got quotes from several places. How much would you pay to get the job done?<br><br />The dealership quotes 795 with the belt, tensioner, water pump, and an oil change, where an independent mechanic quotes that he'd do the water pump, timing belt, serpentine belt, coolant flush, tensioner for 650. Is this good, or can it be better?Is this quote %26quot;sound%26quot; for a timing belt replacement on an 02 Jetta 2.0?<br>That sounds like a decent deal. You probably don't need a serpentine belt though so ask if he can lower the price for that. Most of the time when the serpentine belt goes it'll squeal.Is this quote %26quot;sound%26quot; for a timing belt replacement on an 02 Jetta 2.0?<br>the dealer will charge you an arm and a legg you can try a regular service station like easy lube or jiffy lube to do it and you can get the parts yourself from Kragen or Autozone. the belt itself should be around $30-40 and the labor should be around 100-150, but if you change your timing belt I suggest you change the water pump as well the labor shouldnt be that different (water pump is located in the middle of the timing belt) and since you have to chamge the water pump at some point anyway you can save on the labor cost. the pump itself is around $100-150<br><br />check for the prices at: http://shop.oreillyauto.com/PartTypes.asIs this quote %26quot;sound%26quot; for a timing belt replacement on an 02 Jetta 2.0?<br>LISTEN GIRLFRIEND!!! DO IT!!!! I just had my timing belt go (at 125K) after being an idiot and not getting it done sooner - like you are. The quote sounds a little high BUT based on my very latest e<a href=http://winxp.ittwit.com>xp</a>erience it is necessary...dealerships are higher but supposedly better at fixing VW's. I'd try looking all over VW.com and ask the service counter about discounts--look at dealership website/newspapers/etc. I get service stuff in the mail a lot. Sign up for everything and register your VW online.Is this quote %26quot;sound%26quot; for a timing belt replacement on an 02 Jetta 2.0?<br>This is a good deal. I spent close to $1000, for my Audi timing belt change, that included a H20 pump, coolant, thermostat, rollers, and tensioner.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-61503436011210127722011-06-02T08:06:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:06:00.289-07:002000 Chevy Malibu LS has 164,000 miles on it now ... how do I make it last until at least 200,000?Besides %26quot;tune-ups%26quot; and routine maintenance ... i.e., replacing spark plugs, worn wires, serpentine belt, oil changes every 3000-4000 miles, etc., etc., when needed. Am I at the point now where I also just cross my fingers and hope for the best? (I really like this car, and want to get my money's worth out of it...)2000 Chevy Malibu LS has 164,000 miles on it now ... how do I make it last until at least 200,000? <br>Pray........... alot!2000 Chevy Malibu LS has 164,000 miles on it now ... how do I make it last until at least 200,000? <br>You don't need to pray. Just keep changing the oil and keep up the maintenance. You may want to power flush the cooling system as well as powerbleed/flush the brakes. Changing the trans fluid as indicated in the manual is also a great idea. You got it this far, keep going!2000 Chevy Malibu LS has 164,000 miles on it now ... how do I make it last until at least 200,000? <br>just keep doing what you have been doing the body will rust out before the engine gives upOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-19999022179602743072011-06-02T08:05:00.002-07:002011-06-02T08:05:45.058-07:00Toyota corolla 2000 tune up?I want to have tune up done to my Corolla.I want to change spark plugs,serpentine belt,gasket,engine oil,transmission fluid,coolant fluid,brake fluid refreshened,steering fluid refreshened,wires.How much would it cost??any suggestion?Toyota corolla 2000 tune up?<br>in modern cars :<br><br /><br><br />engine tune up ( oil, sparks, gasket ) = around $150 - $170<br><br /><br><br />transsmision ( oil, filter ) = $90 - $120<br><br /><br><br />other fluids not more than $60<br><br /><br><br />wish this could help !!!Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-85658639250511143762011-06-02T08:05:00.001-07:002011-06-02T08:05:28.404-07:00Ford focus 2002 model water pump serpentine belt!!?I have just changed a water pump on a 2002 model ford focus, I want to know how to get the serpentine belt back on as all there is pulley wise is....<br><br /><br><br />a alternator at the top, PAS pump next and crankshaft pulley, the tensioner is the waterpump pulley i dont understand how i am supposed 2 get the belt back on if i cant tension the belt first...<br><br /><br><br />Uk by the way...<br><br /><br><br />CheersFord focus 2002 model water pump serpentine belt!!?<br>you should hahe made a diagram before you took it off, garages carry a serpentine book maybe you could askFord focus 2002 model water pump serpentine belt!!?<br>is the water pump on an eccentric cam which you can turn the pump to let off or tension the belt like the old Astra's<li><a href='http://fear-of-solo-traveling.blogspot.com/'>fear of solo traveling</a></li><li><a href='http://hair-magazine-rs.blogspot.com/'>hair magazine</a></li>Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-35709657004848987762011-06-02T08:05:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:05:13.286-07:00Serpentine belt squeaking?how do I adjust. I just loosened tension on pulley to change water pump now I can't get it to stop squeaking. The long bolt that adjusts tensioner pulley turns real easy. I can turn it with my fingers. It seemed to be much harder to loosen when I took everything apart to replace water pump. Am I missing something that I didn't re-assemble correctly. This in on a 1997 Jeep 4.0.Serpentine belt squeaking?<br>loosen the bolt on the tensioner pulley, tighten the jack screw to where the belt barely deflects when you push on it, and tighten the boltOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-84066840293141742422011-06-02T08:04:00.003-07:002011-06-02T08:04:56.907-07:00Where can I find a step by step manuel on how to change an auto part?Where can I get step by step instruction on how to put a serpentine belt on a 2000 323i BMW?Where can I find a step by step manuel on how to change an auto part?<br>You don't need step by step instructions if you consider the safe easy way to slide on a fresh belt. <br><br /><br><br />The proper tool makes the job super easy. Auto parts stores and Sears has a serpentine belt removal bar tool that allows you to gain terrific safe leverage on the belt tensioner pulley. The tensioner can be rotated easily with the furnished bar by either a 3/8 square hole next to the tensioner pulley or the center metric bolt of the actual pulley. These kits include a few metric shallow well sockets and a few crows foot open end wrenches that snap on the end of the tensioner bar.Where can I find a step by step manuel on how to change an auto part?<br>you can go to your local auto parts store and pick up a vehicle repair manual for the make and model of your car. if they dont supply them, i would suggest that you just take it to your local repair shop. changing a serpentine belt isnt really anything major and shouldnt cost too much.Where can I find a step by step manuel on how to change an auto part?<br>Go down to your local auto parts store ( auto zone, discount auto, Pep<br><br /> boys Etc) %26amp; pick up a copy of a Haynes Auto repair manual for the <br><br />make %26amp; year of your car.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-87115148422265216942011-06-02T08:04:00.002-07:002011-06-02T08:04:40.991-07:00How long should it take to change a alternator on a 2003 yukon xl, 5.3 liter engine?my battery not charging light has come on the display, I had the alternator checked and it showed that it was right above the weak signal strength. Would I need the tension tool to take the serpentine belt off?How long should it take to change a alternator on a 2003 yukon xl, 5.3 liter engine?<br>Yes you need to release the tension, but a wrench will work.<br><br /><br><br />That job can be done in 15 minutes or less if you know how.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-75983814965708561632011-06-02T08:04:00.001-07:002011-06-02T08:04:25.145-07:00How often should I change oil in '93 s-10 tahoe?I drive it very little. just to school and back. So far in the past year i've driven it about 3000 miles with no problems relating to oil (just a broken water pump and serpentine belt). If i intend to drive it this little (and maybe less) in the next year, should I still change it every 3 months?How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>If you change the oil every 3 - 4,000 miles or twice per year with an AC Delco PF-52 oil filter each time, forget the time limit as others will try to convince you of.<br><br /><br><br />Keep in mind slow stop and go and in-town driving is rough on motor oil. If you live where the temperature is like a roller coaster twise per year is best. If you can spring for full synthetic oil once per year would be fine.How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>Yeah, the general rule of thumb is 3 months or 3,000 miles.. whichever comes up first.How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>forget the time/every 3 months...waste of money and oil....i do mine every 5K [99 s 10 chevy...only thing if you go that far...check it....when it goes low [it will] the 1st qt goes slow the 2nd fast...empty before you know it.....synthetic oil??? id go 6 or 7K without worry<br><br />oil and coolant are what keeps engine alive...How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>go by miles about 3000 to 5000 miles depends on how and where one live you run it hard and live where its hot and dustly more offen never hurtsHow often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>you can branch off a circuit that is not used often that only works with key on. .... Q: i just finished changing the intake manifold gasket on my 93 k1500 .... Q: how do u remove the ecm on a 1995 chevy tahoe....location behind glove box ... 97 S10 BLAZER, 10/13/2007.How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>Just do it every 3,000 miles. Everyone on here wants to over-complicate the matter by saying that technology this and that, and 5,000 miles is good, or 7,500 miles is good...I even saw one guy say 15,000. <br><br /><br><br />It's cheap, it's easy and you only do it once every 3 months. Just do the 3,000 miles intervals. It's cheaper and easier to change your oil %26quot;too often%26quot; than it is to buy a new car or engine. For $25, it's the cheapest insurance you can buy.How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>No. Oil doesn't break down because it sits. Every 3 to 5K miles, or once a year is fine.How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>every 3k or 3 months which ever comes first!! its like blood in ur body dirty slow blood u feel sickHow often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>Change it every 3-4 months....How often should I change oil in %26039;93 s-10 tahoe?<br>At 3000 miles a year then once a year is enough!<br><br /><br><br />The 3000 mile oil change is pretty much a myth but in your case you should change it once a year at least.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-18526742098904183432011-06-02T08:04:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:04:08.113-07:00How much does it cost and how long does it take to replace a Serpentine Belt on a 1999 Ford Taurus SE?I have a 1999 Ford Taurus SE and I just had the Serpentine Belt replaced. My question is - how long does the job take and how much should it be (ballpark)... The guy I went to I really wasn't crazy about and feel like he ripped me off - I just want to know so I know if I should ever go to him again... He charged me $39 for the part and $50 in labor... I thought the job should only take 10 - 15 minutes so the labor shouldn't have been that much, but he insisted it was a longer job... The whole bill came to $89 and change... Or am I wrong and this is in the ballpark?How much does it cost and how long does it take to replace a Serpentine Belt on a 1999 Ford Taurus SE?<br>Good deal; You must live in an area where labor is cheaper. Average is over $100. You can do it cheaper if you have your own tools and do it yourself.How much does it cost and how long does it take to replace a Serpentine Belt on a 1999 Ford Taurus SE?<br>He didn't do you any big favor but he didn't bend you over to hard.99.9%<br><br />of shops charge more for the part than what it cost.The last Serpentine<br><br />belt i bought was$20 then i put it on. He may have a minimum of 1hour.<br><br />Call ford and ask them what it would cost you.You may have a smile<br><br />when you hang up.<li><a href='http://prom-hair-qwer.blogspot.com/'>prom hair</a></li><li><a href='http://whats-wrong-with-my-wife.blogspot.com/'>whats wrong with my wife</a></li>Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-58756630242008748262011-06-02T08:03:00.003-07:002011-06-02T08:03:52.584-07:00Harmonic balancer/serpentine belt problem?About a week ago, I started hearing a rattling sound when I turned on my air conditioner. I took it to the shop to get the oil and fluids changed and asked them to look at it. They said my car was fine, but needed it's 70000 mile check up. Three days later, my electrical problems light came on and my ac died. About an hour later the car stopped running in the middle of nowhere. I managed to get back home, but my car is still in the town where I broke down and the mechanic is saying that my harmonic balancer and serpentine belt are missing. What is a harmonic balancer? Is it likely that it would just fall off? How much should it cost to get it replaced? I have no idea if I can trust this mechanic and no way to get a second opinion without paying for a four hour tow to a shop closer to home. Please give me some advice on how to handle this....Harmonic balancer/serpentine belt problem?<br>I'm not sure what type of vehicle you are refurring to. On all vehicles though, the harmonic balancer is the crank shaft pully. This turns the drive belt(s) On most vehicles they will come apart and lose the belt. What causes this on most vehicles, the harmonic balancer has a rubber dampener made into it. The rubber will get worn and break apart then the pully comes off along with the belt. They will cause a rattling sound before it comes off also. It will cause you to loose power steering, A/C, sometimes water pump, depending on vehicle, and alternator wont charge.Harmonic balancer/serpentine belt problem?<br>The harmonic balance is connected to the end of the crank shaft and is used to tranmit the power to the rest of your accessories through the serpentine belt.<br><br /><br><br />Harmonic balances don't typically just fall off, and though it is possible as some of them have a rubber connection that fails, you definitely would have heard something if it had truly fallen off, not to mention probably have a hole or very bad dent some where in your car.<br><br /><br><br />Odds are the serpentine belt was lose, maybe the tensioner is bad and the serpentine belt fell off. You'll need the serpentine belt to drive the accessories. It's possible that one of the accessories (ie, A/C compressor Siezed and caused the belt to come off)<br><br /><br><br />How much is he charging? Obviously the first thing to try is to simply replace the serpentine belt and see if it works.<br><br /><br><br />If replacing the belt appears to work, I would drive it home that way, but minimize my use of all the accessories. (ie don't use the A/C, minimize use of electrical items) until I determined why the belt fell off initially.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-91133470505224381802011-06-02T08:03:00.002-07:002011-06-02T08:03:38.434-07:00Where is the Serpentine Belt located on a 1996 Mercury Sable?Every single time I take my sable into the mechanic I some how end up with either having to already pay $100 to get it fixed or $100 and up to get in fixed within the next week. Yesterday I brought my car in for an oil change, and walked out with a diagnosis for 5 computer codes, all nothing that would harm my vehicle but needed to be fixed, an oil leak, and the serpentine belt being cracked not only that but my power steering is supposedly going out and all the pressure hosing. I have a full tank of power steering fluid and haven't been low on oil so I'm a little bit nervous because this seems to happen to much!Where is the Serpentine Belt located on a 1996 Mercury Sable?<br>front of the engineWhere is the Serpentine Belt located on a 1996 Mercury Sable?<br>Look under the hood of the car. As soon as you open the hood. It is looking right at you. Its the big belt that goes around everything. It is black in color and 2 inches wide.Where is the Serpentine Belt located on a 1996 Mercury Sable?<br>It's a 96 sable, those cars have problems. Be thankful the transmission hasn't gone out yet, it will. The Power Steering pump can have fluid in it and still be bad, the way to tell is by listening to the pump while turning the wheel. The serpentine belt is the belt that goes around all of the pulleys on the front of the engine. Depending on where the leak is, it can be an easy fix. Crawl under there and look for any fresh oil at the highest point, hose it off if you have to. If it is coming from the oil pan, it's a cheap fix it yourself deal. If it is coming from between the engine and transmission, it is better left to a mechanic. As for the computer codes, Autozone can help you with that.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-34083003089359514092011-06-02T08:03:00.001-07:002011-06-02T08:03:20.444-07:00How much can I expect to pay to get serpentine belt replaced 2002 Ford Explorer??I was wondering how much can i expect to pay for my serpentine belt to be replaced. I had taken it to Jiffy Lube for an oil change and they told me it had some small tears and would need replaced asap. I asked them if that was the noise i had been hearing and they said yes it could have been it. They roughly quoted me 79.99 of course thats w/o labor. Does anyone know how much I can expect to pay and any possible cheap placed in Columbus, Ohio I could take it to? <br><br /><br><br />Thanks :)How much can I expect to pay to get serpentine belt replaced 2002 Ford Explorer??<br>Jesus Christ!! Go to any parts store. It shouldn't be more than $30. Tell Jiffy Lube to piss off! And changing the belt is relatively easy. Under the hood is a belt routing diagram. It will show you everything you need to know.<br><br />You will be charged around $45 for labor no matter where you go.<br><br /><br><br />If you want to buy your own belt from place %26quot;A%26quot; and get in installed at place %26quot;B%26quot;, expect ot hear something like this: %26quot;Since thats not our part, we can't offer any warranty on the belt. If something goes wrong, we won't be able to help you.%26quot; Tell them thats fine. If you go to an Advance Auto Parts (not sure if they are up there) you will be offered 2 types. 1 has a 90 day warrany, the other (more $$$ and better) has a 1 year. You want that one. And if it does fail, you can make a warranty claim w/ Advance Auto. They don't advertise this, but its a reality.<br><br />And save yourself some money and sweettalk the parts store into helping you. If they're not busy, odds are they will help you out. I know I didOdeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-65954617572644434902011-06-02T08:03:00.000-07:002011-06-02T08:03:05.822-07:00How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?I had the water pump replaced (under warranty) because it was leaking/spraying. The mechanic said I had to replace the serpentine belt, too, because when antifreeze gets on it, it will no longer work well. So, I agreed to that. The belt was not covered by warranty, but I figured it was good insurance to change it. When I picked up the car, I was told that the tension assembly for the serpentine belt was also wearing out and that I should replace that also. That also would be not covered by the warranty. Is it likely that there is this problem also? How can I check that there is a problem with the tension assembly without just taking the word of the mechanic?How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>If you get any squeeling or noises from the belt you need a new tensioner as they do wear out, usually one bolt takes them off and then just reinstall the new one and about $65 for the part depending on your application.How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>I usually pull on the belt while watching the pulley/tensioner if it flexes away from or towards the engine it is bad. If it binds when trying to remove or tension the belt it is bad also. But I do not understand why the water pump is under warranty and the tensioner is not.How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>Usually you can tell if it makes a squeaking noise, indicating the bearings or bushings are wearing out. You can normally pull it back by its spring and rotate it. If it doesn't free-wheel, try squirting some WD-40 or a little oil near the hub and try again. If that doesn't work, you can probably bet the bearings are bad. It's pretty common to find one in your local junk yard, because I believe this assembly is common to many GM cars.How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>THE TENSIONER IS BASICALLY A BIG SPRING,IT KEEPS TENSION ON THE BELT AT ALL TIMES.IF IT IS GOING BAD YOU CAN GRAB THE BELT AND PULL ON IT,IF THE TENSIONER MOVES TOO FREELY IT WOULD BE WISE TO CHANGE IT.AN EASY REPAIR TO DO.SOMETIMES THE TENSIONER WILL LOCK UP AND NOT MOVE FREELY AT ALL.IF YOU CANT DO THE REPAIR YOURSELF IT DOESNT COST THAT MUCH TO HAVE SOME ONE DO IT FOR YOU.DEPENDING ON WHERE YOU LIVE,IM IN ILLINOIS COST INSTALLED ABOUT 100.How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>Most GM serpentine belt tensioners have markings on the tensioner body to indicate that they are functioning within specification. You will see two marks on the inside half of the tensioner body, and one mark on the outside half (closest to the belt). As long as the single mark is lined up between the two inner marks, your tensioner is wthin specification and does not require replacement. <br><br /><br><br />You can only observe this while the part is installed on the car, while under tension from the drive belt. It is impossible to ascertain once the part has been removed, which sounds like that is the case in your situation. FWIW, serpentine belt tensioner failure IS quite common on GM 2.8/3.1/3.4/3.8 engines, I've replaced many. Hope this helps!How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>1--if your water pump was leaking, you probably only needed a gasket...nice it was under warrantyu.<br><br />2--anti-freeze on a belt WILL NOT RUIN IT, belts are constantly bombared with junk all of the time, the mechanic lie to make money, he probably cleaned it!<br><br />3--tension on a serpentine belt does not wear out...you need a real mechanic..someone who not trying to get all the money out of you...tension on a belt is spring loaded....--stick a rular down next to the belt..start the belt at a number, make it level as possible, push it down with your finger..usually 1/4 to 1/2 inch play...when u push down.....How can you check if the tension assembly for the serpentine belt needs to be replaced in an Oldsmobile?<br>i have a oldsmobile too. if the belt is loose, then the tensioner needs replaced, because thats what keeps the right tension on the belt at all times.if the belt is loose, then you were told right.Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7473349920941815775.post-28948669705042549002011-06-02T08:02:00.003-07:002011-06-02T08:02:48.466-07:00I'm changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?Do we have a 5.2, 5.9 or 4.0? Makes a difference. If it is a 4.0, there is a pulley with a jack screw just below the power steering pump. If it is V-8, I THINK that the release is to loosen the power steering pump, but I'm not all that sure.I%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>Ok get a big pair of cutter-pliers, and place them strategically around the serpentine belt. Squeeze really hard, and itll loosen up very quickly! And make sure your blinker fluid in the discombobulator's reservoir is full. If its not, the battery will reverse polarity and smoke the instrument panel!I%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>um i don't know what you are talking aboutI%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>That's easy, get yourself a Chilton Book for your jeep. It tells you everything for repairs.I%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>i have a 93, there is a slip linkage on the altinator that you have to loosen, there isn't an idler pulley like there should be. just loosen the bolts on the altinator and slide it down the belt will be loose.I%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>easilyI%26039;m changing the altenator on my 1994 jeep cherokee and I need to know how to loosen the serpentine belt?<br>there is a small pully on the bottom of the belt...use a long pry bar or something to pry the pully up...thats how you loosin it.<li><a href='http://slightest-effect.blogspot.com/'>slightest effect</a></li><li><a href='http://www.ggjjmm.com/my-fish/index4.htm'>fish</a></li>Odeliahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11145647956805668373noreply@blogger.com