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tonyv1

How do I start a new thread on procedures to export autos, or buy new autos in Puerto Rico under its new Excise tax laws. I have called phone numbers for specific model automobile excise tax info in PR: 787-774-1474, and 787-774-1463. But I would like to learn other people's recent experiences in shipping a car to PR, and also buying a new car there as I am having unexpected difficulties buying a 2008 model the PR tax department says it hasn't determined the excise tax on yet.

royceb

I am having a problem with my door handle. It seems that over time I've had to lift up higher and use more force to get the door open. I also noticed that it is attached on the key side. I was wondering what is the right way to get access to it? From the inside? I was also wondering what tools I would need? The vehicle is a 97 FORD CONTOUR. I want to get this fixed ASAP!!! :confuse:

tidester

I have set up a discussion for you here: Shipping Cars to Puerto Rico

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PF_Flyer

This sounds like a good candidate for posting in the Got a Quick, Technical Question? discussion. It's really more about general automotive repair than it is specific to the Contour.

Post your questions there and I'm sure the folks who hang out in that discussion will be able to point you in the right direction!

hardwarelust

I want to start a discussion to help me choose a new car. I'm not entirely sure what make/model/type of vehicle. Which forum should I use for this type of question?

Kirstie_H

Well a good place to start is in our Help me decide discussion. That sounds like you

speddicord

Any one out there have a problem putting the dip stick for the auto trans. back in the tube? I bought a new dip stick but it still doesn't want to go back in with out way too much force.

stever

Try asking in the Toyota Tacoma: Engine/Underhood Questions discussion.

touringchef

NEED HELP!!! I AM LOOKING TO PURCHASE A NEW 2007 AUDI A8L (NOT W12). I WENT TO DEALER ON 9-15-07 FOUND A PHANTOM BLACK BRAND NEW MSRP $83,465 MULTIPLE DEALERS OFFERING TO SELL 2007s FOR $10,000 BELOW MSRP. IS THIS A GOOD DEAL? OR SHOULD I WAIT AND ORDER THE 2008. NEED A QUICK RESPONSE PLEASE. THANKS

browneyes87

the leather on my door panel fell off about a month ago i tried putting it back on but it just keeps falling off if this has happened to you let me know if you fixed it and how thanks

PF_Flyer

Best place to ask about this would be in the Audi A8 and S8 Prices Paid and Buying Experience discussion

PF_Flyer

There ae discussions about the interior of many different makes and models here, so it's hard to point you at a particular one since you don't mention what kind of vehicle it is.

Use the Browse By Vehicle search tool in the left sidebar to find the discussions on your particular vehicle and then check the list of discussions the search gets you for the approriate one.

lucymagoo

I have been looking to buy a new to me/used vehicle. I came across a "private owner" selling a vehicle. The problem is is that they are leasing the car. They have 2 years left on the lease but are trying to sell it. How does this work? I am so confused on the process. He told me we could go transfer the title to me. can anyone help??

PF_Flyer

Best place to start on this would be in the General Questions about Leasing Vehicles discussion.

Fortunately we have some very well informed folks who know their stuff on leasing who will be able to help you out!

rrr2

i have a 1992 honda accord that is not getting any spark. to the spark plugs. any suggestions on what to look for.link">

stever

Try asking in the Honda Accord Coupe: Starting/Stalling Issues discussion and check out the "No Start" Problems discussion too.

drewandmb

2000 kia sportage - daughter was driving and it stopped running like it ran out of gas. Just had it to the mechanic, replaced computer, fuel pump, cam sensor, 02 sensor, throttle sensor, fuel relays and ecm relay. $1100 and 6 weeks later, it died. It turns over, but won't start.
Spark plugs have spark, re-tried old computer.....need help really bad!!!

stever

Ask for help in the Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair discussion. And good luck!

sylvan2

Anybody out there with the same quetion? we purchased this 2008 highlander with the towing pkg option.not only is there no hitch but does anybody know where the pre-wired harness is/ i have questioned everybody from toyota to the dealer and can not get an answer. please help

KCRam

Head over to the Toyota Highlander Group and poke around the discussions there. Someone there has probably had similar questions to yours.

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travelite

when the engine is cold it takes forever to get it started, after it starts their is a smell of raw gas, however it run A-1,no problem on with a warm engine?? It has been at the dealer with no luck they checked the computer, but no codes, they gave it the 100,000 mile tune-up also no differents. Help!

pat

Try asking in Chrysler 300M Starting/Stalling Problems.

karpaul

98 saturn sc1 auto 1.9 litre,has a new thermastat temp gauge stays at 1/4 cool moves to that point as you drive,but when you come to a stop it boils over out of the coolant bottle,have not heard fans come on due to the regular engine noise,or should they come on after you come to a stop............plz help...poodles12002@yahoo.com

KCRam

You'll want to ask in the Saturn S-Series Maintenance and Repair discussion.

And as mentioned in the post box, we ask that you not put email addresses in your posts... doing so opens your inbox to malicious use.

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ylvisaker1966

which forum/where? I have a new 08 DTS which has a new (or different from previous years) garage door system. turns out, mine can't be programmed for the brand of garage door opener I have. Lear (maker of GM's "car2u" garage door opener electronics) will send a module which must be connected/wired to my garage door motor and will (hopefully?) allow the unit to work. Otherwise, I might have to insist that Cadillac replace the new electronics to what was used in previous years models. Seems odd for $50K + automobile.

stever

Try asking in the Cadillac DTS Electrical Issues discussion.

bob1000

Hi

I'm new here. Just trying to post my problem. Don't know if I'm in the right area? Well I have a 1996 VW GOLF Diesel. Just today the panel indecated an LED 'SERVICE2'? Normally it says SERVICE1 when the annual service is due and the orange coil icon is fashing none stop? It will turn over, but not start up? Sounds like its out of gas? Tank is full.

Anyone have a clue what it might be?
Thanks for your help!

PF_Flyer

Try the VW Golf Engine Problems discussion. Sounds like some kind of fuel issue.

98shitnoma

:sick: I've got a 98 GMC Sonoma 4cly. 2.2 5 speed, and i am drinking gas like crazy and i cant figure it out!!!!!! I've replaced the MAP sensor, throttle position sensor, intake air temp. sensor, both O2 sensors, coolant temp. sensor and it is not getting any better at all!

THIS SIGHT LOOKS LIKE ALOT OF HELP SO PLEASE HELP ME OUT!

stever

Try asking in the Chevy S10/GMC S15-Sonoma: Problems & Solutions discussion.

koconnor

I am slightly clueless - so any suggestions would be appreciated. My tail lights fuse continues to blow. I am a novice with car problems and have replaced the fuse with the correct size. Works until I turn the engine over and then it blows. I assume it is overloading and wonder what the next step is in addressing this problem - would like to try to fix it myself. Thanks for anyone's advice.

KCRam

Ford Escort Electrical Problems is the discussion for you!

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brian444

The "tighten fuel cap" warning is displayed on my 2006 Impala LS 3.5L,usually only after the first start up of the day. Once the warning is cleared it doesn't come back up no matter how many times I start the car that day. The gas cap is tight and doesn't appear worn or damaged. I've tried disconnecting the battery for a few minutes to see if it would clear it, in case I had left the fuel cap loose, but the warning still comes up in the mornings. Could I be losing fuel pressure over night or maybe a faulty cap?

tidester

Give Chevrolet Impala: Fuel/Fuel System or Chevrolet Impala Lighting/Electrical Issues a try.

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juancho4

Car drifts to the right since i got it, is been in the dealer 6 times in 1 month, i contacted de toyota corp. they dont wanna help me, im talking to a lawyer now to try to solve the problem, i owned toyota for many years, this is my first problem but is very hard to understand why they dont wanna help. will not recomend anybody to buy the new 2007 camry as they have so much problems with it. if anybody has a suggestion please help me.( i also experienced vibration at speeds over 50mph) 27K car should not came to this

PF_Flyer

Post your question in the Toyota Camry Suspension Questions. That will be the best place to start.

speed10

My ignition will not recognize my key and let it turn on the ignition. Same key as always, no changes. I use key fob to lock, unlock, set alarm. It makes no difference. After taing key in and out maybe 30 or 40 times, it will let me turn key. Any thoughts?

stever

Try asking in the Pontiac Bonneville: Starting/Ignition Issues discussion.

cohmusicman

I have a 2000 chevy lumina. It has 139,000 miles on a 3.1 engine. It has recently started randomly stalling when you stop and now it idles fine but when you give it gas it seems like it just dies untill you let off the throttle then it idles fine. Help???

stever

I would try the Chevrolet Lumina Maintenance and Repair discussion. The Idle or Stalling Problems - All Vehicles discussion may be of help too.

darthrader

My 2002 mercury cougar will not start unless I push start it. Once I push start it the vehicle runs like a champ. I was told that it might be a nuetrul safety switch. has anyone else had this problem and how was it corrected. I would like to do the work myself, but don't know where to start. help please?

pat

Try posting in the Cougar Support Group - General Maintenance discussion or the non-model-specific "No Start" Problems topic.

huntin_momma58

My 1995 Jimmy wouldn't start one day, wasn't getting any gas, changed the fuel pump, fuel filter, and one if the relays in the glove compartment. It started but occasionally will stall, then won't start until i pull one of the relays and put it back in. Why and what can i do?

stever

Please post your stalling symptoms in the GMC Jimmy Starting and Stalling Problems discussion.

1984sxrebuild

I have a 1984 Nissan 200sx with the 2.0 CA20e which I just rebuild. The problem is that when I cranked it oil poured out the front and rear crank seals. I mean a lot. The oil pan gasket is new and sealing and the seals seem tight when I put them in.

joepor

Edmunds is incredibly useful for car research and pricing. Is there a comparable site for RV research and pricing??

KCRam

Because of the age of the car, your best bet would be Got a Quick, Technical Question?

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stever

RVs don't have fixed "asking" prices and the markup is typically 50% (University Federal Credit Union). For research, I think I'd try one of the RV trading sites and search out forums. I read a lot on the TrailerLife site before taking a long road trip back in 2000, and got help on how to pay bills with no fixed address from them.

joepor

Thanks Steve. I paid for an appraisal at RVGuru.com for the model I'm interested in. I also checked prices at RVWholesalers.com and it does appear the markup is high on RVs. I'm looking to verify the prices I have in hand for the model I'm interested in before I make a purchase however.

british_rover

Mark156 started a RV purchase story thread around here somewhere.

Can't seem to find it right now though.