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  • ghilton00ghilton00 Member Posts: 1
    Hi all! I am thinking about buying a Toyota Echo 2003 (66K) for my mother who's car has gone on to a better place. I've found a very good deal that we are excited about, but there is one problem...NO POWER STEERING!!!

    I have been told that it is possible to install power steering on the vehicle, but have no idea how, how much, or what I would need to do.

    My mother has arthritis and this is a no go if I can't do it, or pay for it to be done.

    Please assist with any information that would be helpful for my issue.

    thanks,

    gghilton00
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    You should post your question in VW Jetta Electrical System Questions. You may also find Electronic Gremlins: Electrical Problems That Are Driving You Crazy helpful.

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  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Check Toyota Echo to see whether others have attempted to install power steering.

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  • skippybuzzskippybuzz Member Posts: 1
    my transmission work fine when cold and when car gets hot, I loss my transmission power. Engine still running fine.

    Not sure what to do??/

    has anybody heard of this problem?

    Thanks
  • 98discotex198discotex1 Member Posts: 6
    I've just noticed brake fluid on the driveway. Appears to be coming from the base of the fluid reservoir. Any way to tighten it. It appears as though the connection may be inside the fluid itself. Also looking for advice on a leaking rear moonroof.
  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,247
    You can find other owners in our Chevrolet Cavalier group, or check out our Transmission Traumas discussion.

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  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,247
    Other owners may have ideas in our Land Rover Discovery/Discovery II discussion.

    We also have general Brake Problems and Water Leaks discussions.

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  • bard70bard70 Member Posts: 2
    i have just replaced the clutch master cylinder and now i need to bleed this circuit. Is there a bleed screw, and where is it. the truck is 1996 1/2 ton 5 speed
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Try the Silverado/Sierra: Brake Problems discussion.
  • bard70bard70 Member Posts: 2
    This is a clutch problem, not a brake problem
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Sorry, I see master cylinder and think of brakes.

    Try the Silverado group instead. :blush:
  • eanneann Member Posts: 3
    I have a beautiful 1995 Lincoln Continental (beige). The other morning, it wouldn't start. Up to then it ran perfectly. My mechanic suspects it's the Timing Chain. I want to sell it.

    I recently replaced the air suspension system with the coil suspension system, guaranteed for life of the car.

    The body is in beautiful condition. (some paint peeled off the rubber front bumper). Inside, there is a ripe in driver's seat upholstery, and the headliner is coming down in the back above the rear window. The passenger window works intermittently (tho it is up, it has never stuck when down)

    I have done all scheduled maintenance, and kept records of that. Emissions passed easily.

    What i want to find is a Lincoln Enthusiast, who would love to own and work on the car, and restore it to its day-before-yesterday top-running condition.

    If anyone knows such a person, Please let me know!

    Thanks so much, You all !
  • fordpainfordpain Member Posts: 1
    1993 explorer tranny has hard shift into 2nd.changed modulator and readjusted kickdown cable.what next?
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Try the Lincoln Owners: Meet the Members discussion for advice on the right person to sell the Continental to.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Check out the Ford Explorer Transmission Problems discussion.
  • abc1923abc1923 Member Posts: 6
    Hello All,
    I recently purchased 2004 Grand Prix, everything was fine until one day cd player stopped working. I can not even put a cd in. Nothing stucked in it, i have no idea what is going on, anybody can help me?
    oh by the way i am a new user to this forum, i hope i am posting this question at right place.Thanks all.
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    You need to slide on over to the Pontiac Grand Prix: Audio/XM/Onstar discussion :)
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Check out the topics in the Pontiac Grand Prix group. If none is suitable, use the "Add a Discussion" link near the top of that page.

    And welcome aboard!

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  • elke1elke1 Member Posts: 1
    I'm new to this site and would like some advice.
    My husband had an accident yesterday. He was at a stop sign and looked both ways before making a left turn. The other driver was coming South and rammed into him (driver side) as he made his turn. The side of our car had to be cut to get him out. The car may be totaled. I spoke to our insurance adjuster today and he was not very nice at all. He basically said that my husband is at fault since he was at the stop sign and the other guy was going straight. How can he make such a general statement without even investigating the accident. We don't have the police report yet. If they do find that he is at fault, how does this affect the replacement value that the insurance company will give us if they do total the car? Our insurance company is Travelers and we live in NJ. Also, what type of increase in rates should I expect to see if they find he was at fault? I am just so upset at this point. Thankfully my husband is ok..no broken bones. We have been with the same insurance company for years and it seems that when you DO need them, they are not on your side and are quick to pass judgement without having the facts. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for listening.
    Ellen
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Sorry to hear about the wreck. Try the Questions About Auto Insurance & Accidents discussion for feedback.
  • frankk3frankk3 Member Posts: 1
    I have a 1999 Toyota Camry CE 4 Cylinder, 120,000 miles.
    same problem began three years ago (2004, @70,000 miles)

    Here is the problem:
    Sometime (10-20% chance) the engine immediately died just after it started regardless cold or warm engine (the cases like turning off the engine for 20 min then restart) what I did was that I kept pressing the gas paddle (try to keep it running around 20k-30k RPM) right after it started for 20 seconds to a couple minutes, then released the paddle, it would keep engine running fine. and it could run like normal.

    One shop replaced my idle control valve ($300, @70,000 mile, Jun, 2004) at the first time and the second shop cleaned it for second time ( @101,000 miles, May, 2006)

    Now the same problem appears again (less than a year)! Any ideas? I really appreciate ….
  • nojunknojunk Member Posts: 2
    Does anyone have the breakdown of the fuse map? The manual is not helpful in that the symbols used on the card chart (taken from the car) have no explanation. Seems silly that I don't know what all these little symbols mean... or does it?
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Head over to the Volkswagen Passat Wagon Group - you should find some help there.
  • enekoeneko Member Posts: 16
    Hi there,

    I went to the dealer today. I found the car I was looking for, a new GTI. My only concern is that the car already has 170 miles. Do you guys think this is ok? Should I get a discount for that?
    Most of the cars at the dealer have 10 to 20 miles and, as you can imagine, that is what I will wish for mine.
    Thanks!
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Find out what other members think in VW GTI (All styles).

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  • patpat Member Posts: 10,421
    Try this discussion: Toyota Camry Engine Related Questions.
  • toyota95corolltoyota95coroll Member Posts: 4
    First off thanks for making this great site where people can share problems regarding their vehicles..for the past 4 weeks iv been trying to deal with a problem with my 95 corolla...First off it was the light problem from the parrking lights...could not find the problem becuase it was not making the parking lights turn on...then repaired it using an external relay, anyways the main problem wich i cant fix is with my engine..First off at cold starts sometimes it starts good sometimes not, at most of the times it smells like gas, and when it does start you step on the gas and the engine stumbles and sometimes dies, as long as it is cold it will start when it is getting a little hot the engine will not start..another thing is the exhaust manifold is broken, i tried repairing that by welding it but no luck, it broke again so will have to get a new one, anyways the other thing is it throws some water from the manifold i was guessing it was because of the broken manifold..im trying to see if it could be the head gasket that the problem..anyone with good tips will be very much appreciated..
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Try the Toyota Corolla Maintenance and Repair discussion. And check out the Got a Quick, Technical Question? discussion too. Good luck!
  • fisticragefisticrage Member Posts: 1
    i have a 1990 honda accord about 3 months ago i redid the trans and clutch and when i had the tires off i realized the rotor was cracked so i redid the rotors brakes and all that good stuff well about 3 days ago i put new slack adjuster links in the car and noticed that my rotor was cracked again what is causing this anyone help
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    I would head over to Honda Accord Brake Questions.

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  • sesame106sesame106 Member Posts: 3
    I am not sure which way to go and I have thoroughly confused myself through reading way too many articles!

    I have awful credit. Bills are now paid and I do not have any outstanding debt but I already did the damage.

    I have my own business that has really taken off and I have a 95 Aurora with 162,000 miles that seems to be on it's last legs.

    I am able (looking at my long term finances) to pay from 12,000-14,000.00 cash for something. However, the accountant I have been consulting with says I need business expenses fast.

    What are the opinions and is it possible to assume a lease and make all of the payments at once?

    I would prefer not to buy outright used as I do not want to spend on repairs.

    The cars I really like are an Acura TSX or an Audi A4. On swapalease, I can afford to pay for several leases at once.

    Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    Here are a couple of discussion that may help:

    Credit Scores and Vehicle Financing

    Leasing vs. Purchasing

    Acura TSX: Lease Questions

    Audi A4: Lease Questions

    Good luck!

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  • lgj069lgj069 Member Posts: 7
    Does anybody know where I can view and/or print the owners manual for a 1985 Accord SEi? Any help at this point will be great!! THANX Larry PEACE

    lgj069@techemail.com
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Maybe someone in the Honda Accord (1976-1989) Maintenance & Repair discussion could help you out.
  • thew21thew21 Member Posts: 1
    I'm looking at a pre-owned QX56 in very nice condition. It has about 40k mi and was built in Jan. '05. Given all the issues posted (brankes, rattles, squeaks, etc...), would it be safe to say that after 40k without issue, this might be one of the good ones? I test drove the vehicle and it appears rock solid. I will be getting all service records, but according to the owners, the brakes have never been an issue. In fact, they were automatically upgraded when they brought the car in for a routine oil change. Is there anything that I should be looking for, testing, asking, etc...to ensure I am not getting a lemon? They are selling because this couple has 5 cars and only 2 drivers. Also would you recommend getting an extended warranty?

    Thanks in advance for your feedback.
  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,247
    Check out our Purchasing Used Vehicles discussion, and have a look at the discussions in our Infiniti QX56 group.

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  • rramach1rramach1 Member Posts: 1
    Hello,

    I know this is a hard question to answer. I have a 1995 Ford T-bird LX and I am having some minor problems (O2 sensor etc). I need to get it changed / repaired. BUT everytime I go to a dealer, they rip me off ( charge me atleast 500 $ for any small thing). How do I find a reliable / average mechanic or an auto repair shop in and around Cleveland OH ? What is the right forum for asking questions with respect to mechanics ? Can somebody help me in this regard.

    Thanks,
    ravichandran.ramachandran@gmail.com
  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,247
    You might find help if you post your question in this discussion:
    Reputable mechanics: separating fact from fiction

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  • swhalversonswhalverson Member Posts: 2
    Does anyone know how to get to the the back up light bulbs on a 2001 qx4? I have read the manual but it is not too clear as to how to get access to the bulb holder.
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    Try the Infiniti QX4 discussion.
  • i89i89 Member Posts: 1
    I recently had to have my power steering pump replaced by the dealer, after driving it for a couple of days it seemed to start making the whining sound again so I took it back to the shop about 15 days after having it fixed. Now they are saying that the hose is leaking and needs to be replaced. How can I find out if any damage has been done to this new pump?
  • patpat Member Posts: 10,421
    Try posting in this discussion: Dodge Grand Caravan Steering.
  • nickyp1nickyp1 Member Posts: 7
    my 98 4wd blazer is giving me some trouble,my door locks,power mirrors,and rear hatch controls do not work.the fuse is good, and the power lock work with the alarm remote control (but not the rear hatch)."
    Can anyone help me?"??There is a service bullettin #617784 that was released in december 2000
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    These should get you started:

    Chevy Blazer GMC Jimmy Electrical Problems

    Blazer Electric Rear Hatch Will not Open

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  • pat86pat86 Member Posts: 7
    I am trying to sell my 2005 Toyota Sienna LE. It has 9600 miles. It is in excellent condition. I posted it on craig's list. I used KBB to come up with the asking price ($20500). I financed thru toyota to buy this car. Suppose someone is interested in buying the car, how do I proceed? Are there any forms that I can download from the web (like contract)?
    I don't have the title since the car has not been paid. I intend to pay the loan in full from the sale price. But how will the buyer give me the money without having the title. I am confused about the sequence of events that need to happen. Can you please help ? Thank you.
    Pat
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    I would start with Questions About Private Sale Transactions and be sure to read How to sell your car..

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  • drthrillridedrthrillride Member Posts: 1
    Hello: I'm looking for information on average fuel efficiency and miles travelled per year on cars dating pre 1970. Is there a start you can suggest for this type of research? Just looking for averages, or that matter, gut feeling from people's experiences of what they've seen out there.

    Thanks,

    Doc
  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    I'd take a look around the Classic Cars group and ask in one of those discussions.
  • tmillsdtmillsd Member Posts: 2
    Pickup will not upshift to drive but shifts through lower gears 1-2. I have changed the transmission, shift sensors, new fluid and it still does the same thing. I am at a loss what to do next or figure out the problem,testing it electronically reveals no problems but their is if I can't drive it because it will not go into high gear. HELP
  • tidestertidester Member Posts: 10,059
    This may help: Chevrolet Blazer GMC Jimmy Transmission Problems

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