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Back in 2007, my back-up lights were out. http://www.stangnet.com/mustang-forums/708572-back-up-lights-out-other-lights-working.html Now they are out again, and I just want to double check that I followed Dr. EluSivE's de-bugging tips - With power on and the car in reverse, I checked...

My hood release is veering towards impossible to pull these days. How do I oil it?

My compressor gave up the ghost. I'm going to eventually replace it, but until then, I'm thinking about disconnecting it. Should I bother or just leave it as it? Do I need to do anything besides remove the belt? Should I replace other parts of the system, too? Haynes recommends replacing...

My steering wheel developed a lot of play after driving on some craptastic Maine roads. I took it to the mechanic, and he diagnosed a broken u-joint that is about to fall off. I haven't been to see it myself, I'm going to stop back in tomorrow morning. He says he can't find the part. I did a...

I finally decided that it was time to tackle the fuel filter myself (I generally leave it to the pros b/c I don't want to spill gas everywhere) and sure enough I spilled gas everywhere. I didn't even take the filter out - I pulled off the clips and disconnected the lines and a lot more gas than...

Like the title says, the back-up lights are out (both of them), but all other lights are working. I replaced the bulbs. The old bulbs were both still intact, and the new bulbs still don't light up. I checked the wiring diagram, and it looks like the back-up lights share a fuse with the turn...

I relocated from Texas to Massachusetts, and now I need snow tires. What are some recommendations? I don't drive much. I walk to work, and pretty much everything I need to live is withine walking distance. I'd like to own ONE set of tires b/c I do not need a spare set decorating my living...

I'm thinking of switching from Bosch platinum to NGK platinum. What do you think? I'd go with Motorcraft, but the stores here don't have Motorcraft Pt, and I like not changing the plugs.

Myy MAF has a tamper resistant star-head screw holding it on (the kind with the post sticking up in the middle). Where can I buy a socket to get this off? Sears has the whole tamper resistant set, but it was some no-name brand, and I really only want one socket. Anyway, how often do you...

ok, so I'm a big sissy compared to everyone here and I have to take my car somewhere to get the brakes done. The pads need to be replaced, the rotors definately need machining, and the bearings need to be repacked. I didn't inspect the rear brakes, but the shoes probably need to be replaced...

I'm working through all the little stuff, thanks for all the suggestions. This weekend's project will be recharging the AC. Has anyone done this? It looks pretty easy- are there any gotchas I need to look out for? Thanks, L

My car is looking like hell, and I need to do something about it. All these little, cosmetic, age-related things are starting to happen. I need a few hints to get them fixed. First, the roof lining is falling down on the passenger side. I tried tucking the edges back in, but it is beyond...

There is a slim possibility that I will be moving to the south bay area from Texas. I'm worried about how the car will handle this. She can barely make it up the Texas hills, I know she won't be able to make it up those CA hills. Is it difficult to get our cars in compliance with smog...

What is tool that you release the belt tensioner with called? I thought it was a breaker bar, but I went to Sears to buy one and didn't see anything like what I needed. Would Autozone have been a better place to try?

OK, I've narrowed it down to 2 brands. Radiator.com has a 3 row Visteon for $149, carparts.com has a 3 row Modine for $164. Visteon has the obvious price advantage, but I know the Modine fits (check out this nifty article http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2001/10/radiator/index.shtml). Has...

I need a new radiator. Someone suggested that I buy a larger radiator meant for a larger engine, given the heat down in these parts. This doesn't sound like a bad idea- is it? Are the 5.0 radiators really larger? Will one fit in my car (93 LX 2.3)? The mechanic estimated about 3.5 hours...

has anyone ever heard of a cooling system flush and fill which did not involve actually draining the fluid and replacing it? I took the car in a few weeks ago, and I watched the entire process. The guy removed the upper hose, connected it to some piece of connecting hose, and then connected...

This is directed at the DFW people here: Someone abandoned a cat at my apartment complex, and I need to find her a home. She's a really nice cat, all shots, spayed, litter trained, doesn't scratch furniture, doesn't poop in the plants. She's really cute, loves to sit in laps, doesn't hog...

Here's an easy question: what kind of battery should I buy? I've had recommendations for Duralast. I don't have any special needs, no 300 W speakers, no neon lights. 93 LX 2.3L, since my sig doesn't seem to show.