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Connect the short hose to the head, then bolt down the bracket. Also, you probably know this, but the rad hose needs to be removed before you...
The short rubber hose is connected to a metal pipe. The metal pipe has a bracket that bolts to the transmission. The bolt faces the front of the...
If you want to see an example of a true money pit at low mileage, read my thread over on BITOG about replacing cam adjusters on a 2012 MB C250:...
Was this engine running perfectly before this incident happened? If so, focus on what may have happened when the engine ran out of coolant. If...
Denso #221-3143 - $68 on Rockauto.com They are made in china but work fine. I have used plenty of them. Just replace the radiator.
As the others mentioned, this is simply the wrong car for your financial situation. At the end of the day, hybrids have the potential for higher...
This is a situation where the devil is in the details: 1) How long was the car driven for w/o coolant? 2) How long was it driven for "in the...
I wasn't sure what the substance was, but it is definitely not normal. Since sensors cannot be cleaned I elected to replace the sensor.
About 12 hours. I have a link to my HG replacement thread in my signature.
Not a bad idea. I did recently get a UOA on the car everything turned out normal, so I am hoping that this matter is behind me for a while:...
Thanks. We washed with Optimum No Rinse, Clayed, use Optimum Paint Prep and applied Can Coat. It fills a little, but not very much.
[ATTACH] Ray’s new ride needs to be corrected and coated. Maybe you can help. It was too warm at the last meet and we were in direct sun. So, I...
Agreed, this is normal on these cars.
Any update?
Refer to my post from earlier.
That was fairly significant damage for an older, low-value vehicle.
Definitely a total loss. Front Bumper $1500 Rear bumper $700-1k (sounds like repair only) Windshield $500 Headlight and straighten rad tie bar...
I am considering a sale but I am also semi-actively looking for a house right now. So, I may have to hang onto the car for a little while longer....
HG failures do not always result in coolant loss. You can have a blown HG between cylinders. Take a look at the possible HG failure symptoms: 7...
The tires have to be removed for a proper brake inspection. So, the additional service charge is still valid.
