Can I Help You With Your Auto Repair Questions or Car Insurance?
30
Nov
Reader Question
Hi Mr. Davis,
I have a 2001 Acura MDX with 110K. Everything is fine with the vehicle, but it rides somewhat rougher than I think it should. Small bumps on relatively smooth roads don’t cause any problem, but when the road is rough, the ride becomes very rough. Of course this is [...]
30
Nov
Reader Question
Hello, Austin, I appreciate the coorespondence…I want to do a basic tune-up on my 1998 Mitsubishi Mirage, and of course, my budget is a little tight. I have enough to buy the parts, but maybe not enough to pay a mechanic, and I do have my own tools. What would you recommend a backyard [...]
30
Nov
Reader Question
I have a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 6 cyl engine with a blown spark plug. What are my options? Please advice.
Jose
Hey there Jose,
I am assuming the threads of the hole are messed up now and you can not install a new spark plug. If so, you can have your mechanic try to install [...]
30
Nov
Reader Question
My son put 6 oz of brake fluid in the radiator of a VW Cabrio. Will it mess up engine?
Thanks
Jerry
Howdy Jerry,
I would have the radiator flushed out at your local fast lube place. It really shouldn’t hurt anything….but it wont help either. the more you drive with this…the more potential harm it COULD [...]
30
Nov
Reader Question
I was told I needed a new “fuel sending unit” and a new “fuel tank replacement”. My car is a 2002 Mazda Millenia and the cost would be about $2,000. I was told it is dangerous to drive my car until I got these new parts. Does this sound logical to [...]
