The Car Connection Reviews

My car creaks on the front end when I am driving it sounds like a squeaky box spring

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:34:51 +0000

Question: My car creaks on the front end when I am driving it sounds like a squeaky box spring I had the Cv joints and the boots check Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: It sounds like the ball joints have failed. This is extremely common on all post-2000 Fords, as they are not fitted with serviceable ball joints -- you can not add...

is there anyone else having problems getting the keyless entry to work?

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:13:42 +0000

il3b asked: is there anyone else having problems getting the keyless entry to work? i have a 2011 ltz equinox. the keyless entry on both remotes doesnt work all the time. it may work 20 times and then the next 3 times i have to use the key to get in which sets off the alarm. i love the vehicle but this is very frustrating. its like the sensor isnt...

different between2010 to 2011 model

Tue, 31 May 2011 00:38:03 +0000

Question: different between2010 to 2011 model Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: First is the exterior. The 2010 X3 has a very bland "old-school" BMW look, like: flat body line and downward-angled headlights. The 2010 also has a roof rack that is separate from the roof. The 2011 has aggressive body lines and a great look. The roof...

SPARE TIRE

Mon, 30 May 2011 04:33:08 +0000

WOLFPACK asked: SPARE TIRE WHY DOES HYUNDAI ELANTRA AND CHEV.CRUSE ,AND PROBLEY OTHERS, COME WITHOUT A SPARE TIRE?? Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: While there is no concrete explanation given, it's likely due to the fact that: a) So few people know how to work on cars properly. b) All lug nuts require a specific amount of torque...

what is rear end size of 04 expedition how would know

Sun, 29 May 2011 16:32:35 +0000

Question: what is rear end size of 04 expedition how would know Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: The standard axle ratio on the 2004 Expedition is 3.73-to-1, but to see if you have one of the optional ones, you need to look at the tag on the rear end and take the numbers on the tag to a dealer for decoding. Sometimes an online...

who bye the rolls royce car.

Sun, 29 May 2011 09:12:49 +0000

Question: who bye the rolls royce car. Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: People with a ton of expendable cash :).

WHO BYE THE ROOLS ROYACE CAR.

Sun, 29 May 2011 09:10:55 +0000

Question: WHO BYE THE ROOLS ROYACE CAR. Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: I am not understanding the question. Could you please rewrite it, so I may help you more.

where is the fuel relay located

Sun, 29 May 2011 00:21:23 +0000

Question: where is the fuel relay located Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: It's in the under-hood junction block, the black fuse block on the driver's side of the engine compartment.

I'm 6'3"..the headroom sounds quit low, would adjusting the seat to its lowest setting make this comfortable, or is it just to small of a headroom clearance.It is listed in the specs as 36.9

Sat, 28 May 2011 16:42:22 +0000

seterk asked: I'm 6'3"..the headroom sounds quit low, would adjusting the seat to its lowest setting make this comfortable, or is it just to small of a headroom clearance.It is listed in the specs as 36.9 Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: You would be cutting it close and it really depends on your body structure. If you are like most...

2011 Cadillac CTS

Fri, 27 May 2011 05:09:01 +0000

Question: 2011 Cadillac CTS how does the 2011 Cadillac CTS Sports Car handle in the snow/ Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: I am assuming you mean the two-door CTS-V. It likely will not perform well at all in the snow. The first problem it has it that it only comes as a rear-wheel drive. The second downside are the enormous tires on...

My infiniti I30 jerks when it attains speed of 80 t0 100km/h? what could be responsible for that?

Mon, 23 May 2011 18:20:25 +0000

melo asked: My infiniti I30 jerks when it attains speed of 80 t0 100km/h? what could be responsible for that? Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: It's likely to be something in the transmission. It sounds as if the transmission is "hunting" for overdrive (A.K.A. lockup). This will make it shift in and out of overdrive at a fast rate...

2004 Hyundai Sonata Base - makes a "wuuuuh" sound when going over slight hips or valleys in the road.

Mon, 23 May 2011 18:13:54 +0000

Question: 2004 Hyundai Sonata Base - makes a "wuuuuh" sound when going over slight hips or valleys in the road. Dealer "determined it was struts" replaced them. Not it! It is the sound made like when you drive an OLD Cadillac and it "floats" wuuuuh wuuuuuh. Almost "sounds like" the engine very very slightly speeds up and slows down. New struts...

locking the doors

Sat, 21 May 2011 20:33:49 +0000

gatorback asked: locking the doors I'm having trouble getting the cars doors to lock on a 2009 Smart Car Passion Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: With locking them manually, with the power lock button or the key fob. I need this information to help fully. I can say that if it's the key fob, try replacing the batteries in the remote...

tribute 2001 airbag light flashing on dash how do i find the fuse?

Sat, 21 May 2011 01:58:29 +0000

Question: tribute 2001 airbag light flashing on dash how do i find the fuse? Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: It's in the instrument panel fuse block (under the driver's side of the dashboard). It is fuse No. 5 in that box. It is the third fuse down from the top-left of the box. Do not remove this fuse to get the light off. Only...

like to know where the part 124-800-16-78 is at and looks like

Fri, 20 May 2011 21:08:32 +0000

Question: like to know where the part 124-800-16-78 is at and looks like my backhead rest deployed and will not reset the dealership says it is that part i like to know more on this Answered By Justin Cupler, Contributing Writer: Charlene -- Mercedes keeps their proprietary information rather secretive from the online world. If you could call the...