My low coolant light came on, What could it be ?

My son's 2000 Saab 95 SE said engine coolant low so he added coolant. Here it is 2 days later and it is saying it again. When he filled it the first time he saw that there was still some coolant in the reservoir but it was low.. Any ideas how serious it could be?

Answer:

I would check two things.

1. Is there enough coolant. If there is not enough coolant again you need to check if the coolant is leaking out. You can rent a pressure tester from Autozone to find leaks. It's very simple to use and very effective. It's a radiator cap with a hand held pump attached, you take your cap off and attach the pump. Then pump and listen for leaks (done with car off so leaks are easy to find).

2. Coolant level sensor. If you have enough coolant, yet the light is still coming on then the sensor is bad. The sensor should be located on the reservoir, if you have coolant then it's giving a false reading.

I have A 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee reading code p1281

I have A 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee reading code p1281 what is it and how do I fix it . I know it is a factory direct code it says fuel air metering p1281

Answer:

This code actually means the engine stays cold too long. This could be caused by extremely cold weather, malfunctioning ECT sensor, or a thermostat that does not let the engine warm up. In most cases, replacing the thermostat will fix this issue.

SYMPTOM
P1281-ENGINE IS COLD TOO LONG
WHEN MONITORED
The ignition key on, engine running, Ambient Temperature greater than 20°F ; and Vacuum is
less than 17 inches Hg .
SET CONDITION
The engine does not warm to 85°C (181°F) while driving for more than 3 minutes and less than
1 hour depending on Engine load and Start up Temperature

2003 Buick Century and the light that shows the odometer

I have a 2003 Buick Century and the light that shows the odometer and what gear you are in is burned out. How does one replace it? It looks like to me that I would have to take the top dashboard off to replace it. What light bulb would I need?

Answer:

you would have to replace the entire instrument panel cluster since the lights are not serviceable for the odometer and PRNDL display. I can provide instructions to replace the instrument panel cluster if you wish but you will likely have to get a cluster from a dealership.

1996 Chrysler Town & Country started making a noise after I hit a pothole

My 1996 Chrysler Town & Country started making a noise after I hit a pothole and thought my tire was flat. Tires are fine, but they still make a small thud noise. There is no real noise when I accelerate, however, as soon as I take my foot off the gas, it makes a very loud growling sound like sticking something metal in a fan blade would sound. Thought is was CV joints, but everything I'm reading says the noise happens when you accelerate, not when you stop accelerating. What do you think?

Answer:

That sounds like your exhaust is hitting the frame. When the car decelerates the motor tilts back, the can cause the exhaust to rub or bad against the frame or car. There are rubber hangers that are supposed to prevent this from happening, but they tend to wear out. I would check all the hanger of the exhaust as well as the transmission mount and motor mounts. All these are rubber and known to go bad, which would cause noise while decelerating.

2004 G35 inspected yesterday. A code P 21.35 came up on the computer

2004 Infiniti G35

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I had a 2004 G35 inspected yesterday. A code P 21.35 came up on the computer check. when I left the garage the car wouldn't respond when I pressed the gas pedal. I shut the engine off and restarted the car and the car accelerated again. This is a used car I am interested in purchasing.Is this a costly problem to repair. Also when the car was on the lift the rubber was corroded on the torque arm mounts and needs replacing. What cost is that repair. I took the car for a test drive it worked fine. I took a second test drive this week to the mechanic. He found code p21.35 was off. When I tried to leave the mechanic the car would only go 5 miles per hour. The mechanic shut off the engine and restarted the engine and the car would now accelerate but the engine light now says it needs service.

Answer:

Code p2135 is simply the throttle position sensor, call around to your local parts stores and get some quotes on the part. You should be able to install it yourself in a few minutes.

Focus 54reg 1.6 auto. It keeps blowing headlight bulbs

Question:

I have a Focus 54reg 1.6 auto. It keeps blowing headlight bulbs - mostly the left one and usually on starting car or shortly after switching lights on. Have been using Bosch light recently - no difference. 4 bulbs in 2008!

Answer:

When the bulb heats up , the filament is prone to breaking if there is excessive vibration. You should check that the headlamp unit is securely bolted and that the bulb sits tight in its seat and the spring retaining clip is actually pressing against the bulb base to keep it in place.

98 wrangler that is in excellent shape, only problem is center brake light does not work.

Just bought a 98 wrangler that is in excellent shape, only problem is center brake light does not work. When I apply 12v to the two connectors on the rear door, the light lights up so I know that everything in the door is OK.When I check for voltage at the connector on the body, I get 8.5v. Any ideas on where to check next?

ANSWER:

It looks like it is a straight shot from the brake switch to the rear. Pin 6 (wt/tn) goes to the CAB and the 3rd stop bulb. The next step is to test that ckt at the brake switch to see if it is 12v.
The wire diagram on line really stinks. I'll need to check the service manual in the a.m. to see where the harness runs in the body and if there may be any other connectors in between. I would say you've got a "green" wire in that harness it's just a question of locating it.

(The CAB is the anti-lock brake control module. The ground ckt is at the connector at the rear of the Jeep in cavity 5. )

Honda accord ex 2000 coupe, the accessory power outlet doesn't work

Question:

I have a Honda Accord ex 2000 coupe, the accessory power outlet doesn't work, fuse is OK

Answer:

there is a fuse wire on the outlet itself that can go out . but first check the socket itself and both fuses

2000 ACCORD - Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement
1. Remove the center console.
2. Disconnect the 2P connector.
3. Inspect the connector terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
· If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
· If the terminals look OK, go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch ACC (I), and check for voltage between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals.
· There should be battery voltage.
· If there is no battery voltage, check for:
- blown No. 8 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
- faulty accessory socket relay.
- poor ground (G501, G581).
- an open in the wire.
- blown No.9 (20 A) in the passenger's under-dash fuse/relay box.

I have a Jeep Wrangler with a bad engine, can i swap it out?

I have a 2000 4.0 5 speed wrangler with a bad engine and am trying to put a 4.0 from a 2006 four door wrangler in it. the 2006 was an automatic. The problem i have is the pilot bearing . the book shows the same from 1993 to 2006 but it looks like i need a different one of some sort. What do i need to do ?

Answer:

the pilot bearing will have to be removed.... the automatic flywheel will need to be replace with the manual

here is the main problem... the electrical system is different between the 2 motors. different crank sensors and communication between the 2 jeeps...
i am not 100 % sure it will run when you get it installed. what i recommend is calling jeep and asking a parts specialist if there is a different part # for the 2006 motor and the 2000 motor....
i am willing to bet there will be more to switch than just the engine and flywheel.......

before you go through this i would highly advise to please check on the engine part numbers.....

Engine fault code 39. not listed in owners manual.

Question:

1993 Jaguar XJ-S 4.0 ltr 6 cyl fault code 39. not listed in owners manual.
What is it and what could it mean?

Answer;

A fault code 39 indicates that there is a problem with the EGR temperature sensor circuit. The ECM monitors the temperature at the intake manifold EGR adapter to determine if exhaust gas is flowing when the EGR valve is commanded open. Check for a malfunctioning EGR valve, carbon deposits clogging the EGR passages, a faulty EGR temperature sensor, or an electrical problem affecting the EGR temperature sensor circuit. The EGR temperature sensor is screwed into the EGR adapter on the right side of the engine. It is part #LHE1610AA and sells for 129.75 at any jaguar dealer parts department.