I bought new windshield wipers and can't figure out how to take the old ones off! My Jeep is a rebuild, and I don't have an owner's manual.How do you change a 2003 jeep liberty%26039;s windshield wipers?
All you need to do is use a flat head screw driver or a butter knife in a jam and just push the metal clips on the blade's back and then it should slide right off. I have tried to open up the clips on the wipers which will work but is not worth the time to try to get the back lined up.
If the wiper is from the factory my 2003 wiper blades were literally attached to the metal. I took a knife %26amp; cut them loose. I then opened the clips and re-aligned them %26amp; yes it did take time.How do you change a 2003 jeep liberty%26039;s windshield wipers?
go back to the store you bought it and ask. if it is a cool store, they'd ask if your car is out there and try to help you.
it isn't a day job. can be done in a few minutes.
so if you are asked to leave your car, don't trust them because they will charge you wayy extra for just installationHow do you change a 2003 jeep liberty%26039;s windshield wipers?
go to auto zone and ask them to help they will for free.How do you change a 2003 jeep liberty%26039;s windshield wipers?
you should see a clip on the underside of the wiper. You can push that clip down, and then pull down. You can install the same way.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Help a useless car lover out boys.?
Well, here is the deal fellas. I am infact a useless car lover. You name a part on the motor, and tell me to fix it, I think you are speaking alien.
Yep, the only thing I know how to do is change the wiper blades, pump in gas, and change the oil.
Here is the main point.. A guy like me, that knows nothing of cars, and lives a meager lifestyle(don't have alot of money to blow). Should I be buying classic cars with power?? - The car I have my heart set on, his the American classic 1996/1997 Chevy Impala SS. You know the big boat with the LT1? I want that beast so bad, and I found one for 8000$ with low mileage. I researched the vehicle and apparently.. this thing was built like cr@p. It breaks down alot, regardless of all the normal tune ups(changing fluids etc. - stop laughing). I don't know if there is any truth to this as it was only a few reviews, and there was 10's of thousands of these built. Anyways.. if this thing is going to break down on me alot, and for the size of the car.. should I even be getting it? I want it bad, but the fact I am so ill-educated on fixing cars and the fact this thing was built like cr@p makes me nervous.
What do you guys think?Help a useless car lover out boys.?
Yep, I had me one of those. Did you know that they are only about three feet shorter than an aircraft carrier, and burn more fuel than the Exxon Valdez?
seriously, I wouldn't mess with a car I couldn't trust no matter how much I loved it. Get something dependable.Help a useless car lover out boys.?
PASS, get one that is older and a lot easier to work on!Help a useless car lover out boys.?
Those are really nice machines with a big following and great resale value.It is one of the few newer reasonably priced cars that won't depreciate if kept up.I doubt that there will be any serious problems with it,especially with low miles.The LT1 is a great engine too.My opinion for what it's worth is go ahead and get it after investigating the history through Carfax and having a trusted mechanical friend take it for a drive.
Yep, the only thing I know how to do is change the wiper blades, pump in gas, and change the oil.
Here is the main point.. A guy like me, that knows nothing of cars, and lives a meager lifestyle(don't have alot of money to blow). Should I be buying classic cars with power?? - The car I have my heart set on, his the American classic 1996/1997 Chevy Impala SS. You know the big boat with the LT1? I want that beast so bad, and I found one for 8000$ with low mileage. I researched the vehicle and apparently.. this thing was built like cr@p. It breaks down alot, regardless of all the normal tune ups(changing fluids etc. - stop laughing). I don't know if there is any truth to this as it was only a few reviews, and there was 10's of thousands of these built. Anyways.. if this thing is going to break down on me alot, and for the size of the car.. should I even be getting it? I want it bad, but the fact I am so ill-educated on fixing cars and the fact this thing was built like cr@p makes me nervous.
What do you guys think?Help a useless car lover out boys.?
Yep, I had me one of those. Did you know that they are only about three feet shorter than an aircraft carrier, and burn more fuel than the Exxon Valdez?
seriously, I wouldn't mess with a car I couldn't trust no matter how much I loved it. Get something dependable.Help a useless car lover out boys.?
PASS, get one that is older and a lot easier to work on!Help a useless car lover out boys.?
Those are really nice machines with a big following and great resale value.It is one of the few newer reasonably priced cars that won't depreciate if kept up.I doubt that there will be any serious problems with it,especially with low miles.The LT1 is a great engine too.My opinion for what it's worth is go ahead and get it after investigating the history through Carfax and having a trusted mechanical friend take it for a drive.
I have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
how hard is it to change. Any pointers you can give will be great. Thank you.I have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
The wiper control is part of the multifunction switch (wipers, turn signals, dimmer) on the column. There's three or four screws that hold the plastic cover around the switch on below the steering wheel, then two fasteners that hold the switch on, plus you have to get the wiring plug loose. I changed the one in my 96 Explorer a while back, I'd give it a 3.5-4. The biggest problem is there's no damn room in there to get to the fasteners.I have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
very easy ,you just remove the two plastic covers around steering columnI have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
if it is located on the dash board it is about a 2 easy but if it is on the steering column more like a 6 but I do know that some of them on the column aren't all that bad ,I use to know fords like the back of my hand but I went to Dodge a few years back but either or if a person has a little bit of experiance he will be ok .
The wiper control is part of the multifunction switch (wipers, turn signals, dimmer) on the column. There's three or four screws that hold the plastic cover around the switch on below the steering wheel, then two fasteners that hold the switch on, plus you have to get the wiring plug loose. I changed the one in my 96 Explorer a while back, I'd give it a 3.5-4. The biggest problem is there's no damn room in there to get to the fasteners.I have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
very easy ,you just remove the two plastic covers around steering columnI have a 2001 ford f150 and need to change the wind shield wiper switch, on a scale of 1-10?
if it is located on the dash board it is about a 2 easy but if it is on the steering column more like a 6 but I do know that some of them on the column aren't all that bad ,I use to know fords like the back of my hand but I went to Dodge a few years back but either or if a person has a little bit of experiance he will be ok .
How to check and take care of my car before a long trip?
I am going to Florida from Texas this week (1300 miles) and taking a car which I bought recently. It's a used 2005 Hyundai Elantra with 70,000 miles. The car is generally in a good condition. I have done the following maintenance works last week.
1) Transmission fluid flush with ValvolineMax life ATF.
2) Engine oil flush with 5W 30Pennzoil
3) Brake oil flush
4) Changed all the 4 tires with Pirelli all season tires
5) A brand new battery (Duralast fromAuto zone)
6) Brake check and brake pads are good.
7) Coolant level is good and looks clean (clean light green liquid and not dirty)
I took the car to a AAA free 38 point inspection. They told that I need to change wipers, the upper and lower hoses as they are soft, and PCV valve. I tried to asked the mechanic in detail, but he was not much interested in explaining and seemed just want to get the work done.
So can anyone provide me some suggestions on anymore checkings/maintenance I should perform before the trip?
Thank youHow to check and take care of my car before a long trip?
It sounds like it should be fine after doing what the AAA people recommended. Just carry some safety things, of course, and make sure your spare tire is properly inflated. Hey, nails happen. I did a trip of this length, twice, in my old 91 Cavalier with 300,000 miles on it, so you should be okay. I miss that car... Anyway, good luck on your trip. I'm sure everything will be fine.pimples and blackheads how to datagrid
1) Transmission fluid flush with ValvolineMax life ATF.
2) Engine oil flush with 5W 30Pennzoil
3) Brake oil flush
4) Changed all the 4 tires with Pirelli all season tires
5) A brand new battery (Duralast fromAuto zone)
6) Brake check and brake pads are good.
7) Coolant level is good and looks clean (clean light green liquid and not dirty)
I took the car to a AAA free 38 point inspection. They told that I need to change wipers, the upper and lower hoses as they are soft, and PCV valve. I tried to asked the mechanic in detail, but he was not much interested in explaining and seemed just want to get the work done.
So can anyone provide me some suggestions on anymore checkings/maintenance I should perform before the trip?
Thank youHow to check and take care of my car before a long trip?
It sounds like it should be fine after doing what the AAA people recommended. Just carry some safety things, of course, and make sure your spare tire is properly inflated. Hey, nails happen. I did a trip of this length, twice, in my old 91 Cavalier with 300,000 miles on it, so you should be okay. I miss that car... Anyway, good luck on your trip. I'm sure everything will be fine.
What is wrong with my windshield?
my parents have bought me a pre owned car and i am having a little trouble with the windshield. i am unable to see through my windshield to clearly at night because it blurs the lights and their is a line coming off of them. i know it has something to do with the wipers because the marks on my windshield are in the location of them. above where the wipers can reach everything looks just fine so i am not sure what to do to get rid of it. i have changed the wipers and changed the wiper fluid and washed the front window very much but i still cannot see to well at night. any idea what is wrong and how i can fix it?What is wrong with my windshield?
if the marks on windshield do not come off there is nothing you can do to fix this problem except get a new windshield but you can check with a glass co and see if there is something they can do. what has happened is someone did not change the wiper blades and they have scored the windshield What is wrong with my windshield?
Only thing left to try is a new windshield. Did you try cleaning the inside of the glass? That needs to be done every month for proper vision.What is wrong with my windshield?
Sounds like the old wipers might have glazed it over time. You can try some Rain-x to clean the glass. I do not mean for the beading of water effect but for the fact that the chemicals in rain-x make a great glass cleaner. Other than that drop the dime on a new windshield , they are relatively cheap nowadays.What is wrong with my windshield?
you are screwed might as well buy a new windshield some where around 200.00 or 300.00 this one you can.t fixWhat is wrong with my windshield?
about the only way to fix that is get another windshield.
if the marks on windshield do not come off there is nothing you can do to fix this problem except get a new windshield but you can check with a glass co and see if there is something they can do. what has happened is someone did not change the wiper blades and they have scored the windshield What is wrong with my windshield?
Only thing left to try is a new windshield. Did you try cleaning the inside of the glass? That needs to be done every month for proper vision.What is wrong with my windshield?
Sounds like the old wipers might have glazed it over time. You can try some Rain-x to clean the glass. I do not mean for the beading of water effect but for the fact that the chemicals in rain-x make a great glass cleaner. Other than that drop the dime on a new windshield , they are relatively cheap nowadays.What is wrong with my windshield?
you are screwed might as well buy a new windshield some where around 200.00 or 300.00 this one you can.t fixWhat is wrong with my windshield?
about the only way to fix that is get another windshield.
2004 pontiac montana wiper timing?
I have this crappy setup. You know the kind of wipers that go away from eachother, instead of just left/right? That's the one!
I changed the wiper transmission, motor, armature on top of motor, and now I can't figure out how to set the timing so the arms behave correctly when they are on intermittent setting, and also when they park.
I have no instruction manual for this, and was hoping someone would either scan the relevant page for me, or just tell me how to do it. I've tried resetting the arm thing on the motor, moving the arms, and also there is this small slot on that arm thing on top of the motor, I have adjusted this setting as well, but arghh, I just can't get it right. Please help, this has been driving me nutz!2004 pontiac montana wiper timing?
Take the wiper arms off both transmissions stubs. Turn the wiper motor on for a couple of cycles.Turn the wipers off. Replace the arms..There should be a little casting mark in the windshield for location. If the arms do not return to the proper location after a trial run.. the 'small slot on that arm thing(linkage) on top of the motor' will make the fine adjustment.
I changed the wiper transmission, motor, armature on top of motor, and now I can't figure out how to set the timing so the arms behave correctly when they are on intermittent setting, and also when they park.
I have no instruction manual for this, and was hoping someone would either scan the relevant page for me, or just tell me how to do it. I've tried resetting the arm thing on the motor, moving the arms, and also there is this small slot on that arm thing on top of the motor, I have adjusted this setting as well, but arghh, I just can't get it right. Please help, this has been driving me nutz!2004 pontiac montana wiper timing?
Take the wiper arms off both transmissions stubs. Turn the wiper motor on for a couple of cycles.Turn the wipers off. Replace the arms..There should be a little casting mark in the windshield for location. If the arms do not return to the proper location after a trial run.. the 'small slot on that arm thing(linkage) on top of the motor' will make the fine adjustment.
Does my car need new wiper blades?
I've had my car 2 and a half years now and never changed my wiper blades (or really thought about my wipers at all). Recently, I've noticed when I switch my wipers on (usually more noticeable in a light drizzle) that instead of clearing the water off completely like normal, I'm left with smearyness. It's not dirt smears... but more of a watermark... a wet watermark. Sorry, probably not making much sense! But kinda like on a shower door after you've just been in... the way the water sometimes 'puddles' on a vertical surface.
I'm assuming this means I need new wiper blades as I can't think what else it can be. I understand you can buy these from Halfords and are apparently easy to fit (although once saw quite a knowledgeable looking man ask for assistance in halfords to fit his...) - could some one let me know how I'm meant to go about changing them? Or how I can tell if they need changing... or is the fact that they're not actually wiping enough....?!
FYI: it's a citroen c3 and I'm pretty car-dumb...!Does my car need new wiper blades?
2 1/2 year old wipers. Yes, replace them. You should replace them once a year.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS %26gt;%26gt;%26gt;
Wiper blades are very easy to replace. They are all installed the same way. The link below has a video and written instructions that should help you do it yourself.
http://www.ehow.com/video_107_replace-wiDoes my car need new wiper blades?
First off, try cleaning them properly. Get a cloth and a bowl of hot soapy water and wipe well.
Mine get horrid parked under trees all the time!!
IF that fails, go to Halfords, and get them fitted - very cheap!Does my car need new wiper blades?
yes, please get new ones. call the dealership.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sounds like they do need a change!
Halfords is a good stop - will cost you between 9-16 pounds
And for 拢3.99 theyll fit them for you!
If any streaks are left or the rubber looks perished they need changing.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sounds like you need new blades. If you go to Halfords, someone there will help you fit them.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Please describe what a knowledgeable looking man looks like. That might have been me!Does my car need new wiper blades?
it would be a good thing to change them anyway - hubby is an auto tech - says you can also try an alcohol wipe and run it along the blades - this will take off any oily stuff thrown up form the roads. if not better - than buy new ones. if you hae an autozone - they might put them on for you - or stand there and talk you thru it. good luck -Does my car need new wiper blades?
1) Clean the blades like previous people said.
2) Clean the windshield, and apply a water repellent treatment to the glass. Best known product is rainx, but there are plenty of products now and they all should generally work well.
3) Replace the blades if you are still not happy.
I cannot stress how much a water repellent treatment will help your wet driving vision.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Well, that I know of, if your wipers are leaving smears across the windscreen then it seems that you have a build up of gunk on your wipers. Your best bet before buying new wiper blades is to place vinegar on a clean cloth and wipe down the blade, this should do the trick if not then consider buying new blades
Hope this HelpsDoes my car need new wiper blades?
You only need new blades if they are starting to split at the ends. What you describe is grease in the form of traffic film. It is tenacious stuff. You need to go over the windscreen with a very strong solution of washing up liquid. About a 50:50 mix with warm water. Also wipe the blades themselves with the solution. If you do a thorough job the screen should wipe clean with no smearing. Add a good windscreen wash detergent to the washer container to keep it ok.
Incidentally, I had problems with smearing due to a rubbish wash additive. I changed it to Wickes own make and it was fine. Carplan is another good make.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Yes you do... and it's a very common problem. Just ask the person that sells the new wiper blades to help you through your first time, I'm sure they would be glad to help.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Replace your windshield wiper blades. Change them once a year or sooner. Go to AutoZone, Pep Boys, or any other auto mechanics store and buy them for about $5.00 a piece. They are not expensive and they clip in so any person, mechanically inclined or not, can replace them.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Its great that your car went 2 and a half years without changing your wiper blades. It does sound like you need to change them, but only if the water streaks bother you lots. I klnow they would bother me.
Department stores like Wal-Mart and Canadian Tire (and Halford's?) usually have a whole aisle dedicated to wiper blades. There are many makes, models and styles for each car. But don't get discouraged:
For your car there will be about 3 to 5 different blades depending on performance. These blades will also fit other citroen cars.
In the aisle, there's usually a book listing your make and model. If you look up %26quot;Citroen%26quot; then 20XX%26quot; then %26quot;C3%26quot; you will get a listing of those 3 to 5 wiper blades. You'll have to remember the product codes, because that's how they're sorted in the aisle.
If you're confused yet, you can certainly ask a sales associate for assistance.
Make sure both blades are included. Sometimes you'll have to buy the right and left seperately.
You can also buy just the blades or whole wipers. I like buying wipers, they are easier to install.
Check your car's owner's manual. It should have instructions on changing the wiper blades. If not, have at her. The wipers are attached with some sort of metal clip. They are fastened using friction and downward presure on the window.
Bend the wiper blade arm upwards, it should pop up 90 degrees from the window for you to change it. Detach the old one, and attach the new one. Use gloves if your delicate, they sometimes need some elbow grease.
There you have it!
though, you might just want to avoid this whole ordeal and find some wiper blade silicone. It will be in the wiper aisle, kind of an oil that will make the blades supple again. just apply the oil with a cloth or your fingers to the blade. But for the cost of that stuff, you could get brand spanking new wiper blades.
I don't know how popular Citroen's are in Britain - there's none in Canada. You may need to go to the dealership to get your blades.Does my car need new wiper blades?
the rubber on the wipers, take a alcohol pad and clean the rubber.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sorry, if YOU can't answer this question you do not deserve to hold a license!Does my car need new wiper blades?
Try Cleaning them with an alcohol wipe. If that does not work then i suggest new ones.
I'm assuming this means I need new wiper blades as I can't think what else it can be. I understand you can buy these from Halfords and are apparently easy to fit (although once saw quite a knowledgeable looking man ask for assistance in halfords to fit his...) - could some one let me know how I'm meant to go about changing them? Or how I can tell if they need changing... or is the fact that they're not actually wiping enough....?!
FYI: it's a citroen c3 and I'm pretty car-dumb...!Does my car need new wiper blades?
2 1/2 year old wipers. Yes, replace them. You should replace them once a year.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS %26gt;%26gt;%26gt;
Wiper blades are very easy to replace. They are all installed the same way. The link below has a video and written instructions that should help you do it yourself.
http://www.ehow.com/video_107_replace-wiDoes my car need new wiper blades?
First off, try cleaning them properly. Get a cloth and a bowl of hot soapy water and wipe well.
Mine get horrid parked under trees all the time!!
IF that fails, go to Halfords, and get them fitted - very cheap!Does my car need new wiper blades?
yes, please get new ones. call the dealership.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sounds like they do need a change!
Halfords is a good stop - will cost you between 9-16 pounds
And for 拢3.99 theyll fit them for you!
If any streaks are left or the rubber looks perished they need changing.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sounds like you need new blades. If you go to Halfords, someone there will help you fit them.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Please describe what a knowledgeable looking man looks like. That might have been me!Does my car need new wiper blades?
it would be a good thing to change them anyway - hubby is an auto tech - says you can also try an alcohol wipe and run it along the blades - this will take off any oily stuff thrown up form the roads. if not better - than buy new ones. if you hae an autozone - they might put them on for you - or stand there and talk you thru it. good luck -Does my car need new wiper blades?
1) Clean the blades like previous people said.
2) Clean the windshield, and apply a water repellent treatment to the glass. Best known product is rainx, but there are plenty of products now and they all should generally work well.
3) Replace the blades if you are still not happy.
I cannot stress how much a water repellent treatment will help your wet driving vision.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Well, that I know of, if your wipers are leaving smears across the windscreen then it seems that you have a build up of gunk on your wipers. Your best bet before buying new wiper blades is to place vinegar on a clean cloth and wipe down the blade, this should do the trick if not then consider buying new blades
Hope this HelpsDoes my car need new wiper blades?
You only need new blades if they are starting to split at the ends. What you describe is grease in the form of traffic film. It is tenacious stuff. You need to go over the windscreen with a very strong solution of washing up liquid. About a 50:50 mix with warm water. Also wipe the blades themselves with the solution. If you do a thorough job the screen should wipe clean with no smearing. Add a good windscreen wash detergent to the washer container to keep it ok.
Incidentally, I had problems with smearing due to a rubbish wash additive. I changed it to Wickes own make and it was fine. Carplan is another good make.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Yes you do... and it's a very common problem. Just ask the person that sells the new wiper blades to help you through your first time, I'm sure they would be glad to help.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Replace your windshield wiper blades. Change them once a year or sooner. Go to AutoZone, Pep Boys, or any other auto mechanics store and buy them for about $5.00 a piece. They are not expensive and they clip in so any person, mechanically inclined or not, can replace them.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Its great that your car went 2 and a half years without changing your wiper blades. It does sound like you need to change them, but only if the water streaks bother you lots. I klnow they would bother me.
Department stores like Wal-Mart and Canadian Tire (and Halford's?) usually have a whole aisle dedicated to wiper blades. There are many makes, models and styles for each car. But don't get discouraged:
For your car there will be about 3 to 5 different blades depending on performance. These blades will also fit other citroen cars.
In the aisle, there's usually a book listing your make and model. If you look up %26quot;Citroen%26quot; then 20XX%26quot; then %26quot;C3%26quot; you will get a listing of those 3 to 5 wiper blades. You'll have to remember the product codes, because that's how they're sorted in the aisle.
If you're confused yet, you can certainly ask a sales associate for assistance.
Make sure both blades are included. Sometimes you'll have to buy the right and left seperately.
You can also buy just the blades or whole wipers. I like buying wipers, they are easier to install.
Check your car's owner's manual. It should have instructions on changing the wiper blades. If not, have at her. The wipers are attached with some sort of metal clip. They are fastened using friction and downward presure on the window.
Bend the wiper blade arm upwards, it should pop up 90 degrees from the window for you to change it. Detach the old one, and attach the new one. Use gloves if your delicate, they sometimes need some elbow grease.
There you have it!
though, you might just want to avoid this whole ordeal and find some wiper blade silicone. It will be in the wiper aisle, kind of an oil that will make the blades supple again. just apply the oil with a cloth or your fingers to the blade. But for the cost of that stuff, you could get brand spanking new wiper blades.
I don't know how popular Citroen's are in Britain - there's none in Canada. You may need to go to the dealership to get your blades.Does my car need new wiper blades?
the rubber on the wipers, take a alcohol pad and clean the rubber.Does my car need new wiper blades?
Sorry, if YOU can't answer this question you do not deserve to hold a license!Does my car need new wiper blades?
Try Cleaning them with an alcohol wipe. If that does not work then i suggest new ones.
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