Dear All; Anyone knows the truth about fuel economy of new Corolla vs Echo hatchback? Corolla is 20% heavier than Echo hatchback. Corolla has 20% more peak horspower than Echo hatchback. Corolla has 20% larger engine displacement than Echo hatchback. Yet, Corolla has only 6% higher city fuel...

I recently purchased Digimoto OBDII Vehicle Diagnostic Software. I have a 1999 Toyot 4-Runner. The Check Engine light has been on for a few weeks. Using Digimoto, I was able to find the cause (Catalytic Converter Flow Threshold Exceeded) and clear the DTC. I am certain that the Check Engine light...

Hi all -- I'm pretty sure my car has a major vacuum leak around the carburetor, as the car will start and only run for a few seconds and is impossible to keep running. In addition there is a whistling noise. I've checked the vacuum lines and they look okay; i'm worried though that a line that I...

thinking of removing numerous rust spots on the doors and fenders of my decade old beater. before applying rustoleums alike thinking of using some kind of a brush in a veeeeeery compact cordless screwdriver (does not even have a swappable battery) to remove large rust conglomerates what kind of...

My engine has been running rough lately. One possibility I thought could be the injectors. I know it could be a lot of other things. I've heard that most injector cleaners that you add to the gas aren't all that good. I started wondering what is in the stuff. I imagine it's just a solvent...

I'm reaching out to those Chrysler/Plymouth gurus out there for help. I'm almost done with this vehicle, despite replacing the head gasket and exhaust system recently. Here's what has happened - 1 - Started the car to leave the office, it stalled out and wouldn't restart. I have ample spark and...

Hi All, I have a 1994 Cadillac SLS with 32k miles. It has developed a horrible clicking sound when turning right only at any speed and sounded like it was coming from the right front wheel. The strange thing is the clicking doesn't seem to go faster at higher speed or slower at slower speed. I...

Hello, I am a producer with the Discovery Channel and I wanted to let you know about some new features on our Turbo Website, which is about automobiles, motorcycles, boats and airplanes. We recently started a new feature at the website which allows visitors to submit a photo of their automobile...

Hello! I am considering buying a 2001 Audi A6 2.7T with the 6 speed. I was kind of stunned when I saw that JD Power gave the 2001 model a score of 2 for mechanical reliability in the midterm (1-3 yrs) time frame. This is the lowest score they show, lumping it in with "the rest." 5 is "among the...

1976 Ford F150 pickup truck is having rear right brake light problem. The rear right brake light does not come on during braking. it also does not come on during hazard flasher use. 1. Rear, right and left RUNNING lights work fine. 2. Rear, right and left TURN signals work fine. 3. Rear LEFT...

Last week I posted about the 1992 Acclaim (4 cyl, 124k miles) that stalls after exactly 20 minutes at highway speed. Anything over 40 mph seems to do it. My mechanic couldn't test drive it long enough (he's not very near a highway) to recreate the problem. He said the hall effect sensor had...

I need to make a decision quick between a 93 Acura Integra RS and a 96 Toyota Tercel (both about 188,000km on the odometer). I know they are very different cars, and both have their appeal to me. I prefer the comfort, performance and feeling of security (from accidents) you get driving the Integra,...

Is it okay to use the general Armor All spray on the door frame weatherstrips of a 2006 Camry? I've used the product on the dashboard and plastic pieces, but never on the weatherstripping, which is that black rubber-looking stuff tracing the edges of the doors so rain doesn't get in. Is...

My 89 Toyota pickup recently failed emission test for high NOx (1483 std reading 2954). I checked out the egr system as per the service manual and didn't find anything wrong.. I changed plugs, cap, rotor, wires, pcv, air filter about 20K miles ago and the truck rund fine. I did however have to wait...

Hi, I'm looking for a 1998 to 2001 Honda civic sedan 5spd 4 cyl. Anything in particular I should watch out for. I figure the mileage will run from about 90,000 to 150,000. I have been told if it has not been done the timing belt would be a good thing to replace right off. Anything else besides...

Hi All, Looking at the 2005 - 06 G35's. Do they 'require' synthetic oil, or is dino ok? Also, what is the recommended change interval for severe service? Thanks, Frank

I've fooled with hard parts for years, I'm pretty much a complete newbie digging into electrical issues, particularly on a more modern car. I've got a test light and a multitester and the shop manual. Any suggestion either general or specific in trying to hunt down the cause of a no-spark...

Hi, I have a 1990 Dodge Caravan 2.5 L engine and the darn thing is flooding BAD I mean black smoke out the tail pipe, And as can be gussed the gas milliage is terrible the O2 Sensor and the Mass air flow sensor have been replaced along with the air filter, spark plugs and ign wires. Any idea`s...

After enjoying my Dodge Custom Van for several years, suddenly the air conditioner packed it in I haven't had time to check it out yet, but maybe those with considerable experience can serve as a sounding board. The compressor comes on for about 2-3 seconds, then cycles off. Constantly. Holding...

This is one person's testimony: I drive a 2005 Toyota Solora. I normally get 22 mpg in the city. On my last fill up using the powder, I got 33.2 mpg in the city!! I love the powder, and wouldn't be without it! Also, I always have to fill up every 5 - 6 days, but I was able to go an extra 3...