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I just bought this focus from a old friend (1st mistake) 2000 ford focus zts 3 dr hatchback manual trans. 69304miles, didn't look under the hood (2nd), didn't CARFAX (3rd), didnt look up value before agreeing to his price of $5000. (4th), basically trusted my friend (5th), didn't test drive it he took me for a ride around the block (6th)! My issue is a ...
Read Answers 3 Ford Focus owner, Lisa Liquori , asked Patty on Apr 27th
I have been doing all the proper caring for my 2013 Dodge Avenger like oil changes every 3000 to 5000 miles. Making sure my gas tank is always topped off with fuel 87 grade sometimes 91 grade. I also use 44k for my fuel as well. Two days ago my check engine light is on. I thought I was taking care of my car. I have driven it and no problems or trouble. Why ...
Read Answers 4 Dodge Avenger owner, Debe, asked Patty on Apr 25th
How much should a brake job cost for my 2001 Dodge Durango?
Read Answers 4 Dodge Durango owner, Karen, asked Patty on Apr 21st
Toyota AWD Rav4 with 176k miles, dad says the clutch needs to be replaced, he was told 15 hours of labor at >$100/hr plus parts and fluids and IDK....bottom line is, he is worried my car is done. In Tahoe/Reno area. Any advice?
Read Answers 4 Toyota RAV4 owner, Elizabeth, asked Patty on Apr 20th
Water mixed with oil. What is the best way to clean engine on my Buick Century?
Read Answers 1 Buick Century owner, Angelica , asked Patty on Apr 16th
I have a 1993 Plymouth Sundance 2.2l auto, can I swap the 2.2l and 3 speed auto out for the 1993 Plymouth Sundance 3.0l and 4 speed out? And what would I need for the job?
Read Answers 1 Plymouth Sundance owner, Cameron, asked Patty on Apr 14th
We changed out the master cylinder and hydro booster on our 1997 Ford Mustang, as well as the proportioning valve, we have bled out the brakes lines, but the pedal goes all the way to the floor and it takes forever to return back up. Also, the piston on the brake where the caliper goes does not come out, the brakes are in clamp mode as if you are pressing ...
Read Answers 1 Ford Mustang owner, Sara Flores, asked Patty on Apr 13th

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