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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by fullman(m): 1:12pm On Jan 09, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

milleage over 300k?

200+

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Nobody: 4:05am On Jan 10, 2018

Hello house, My sister wants to buy a car for herself and has consulted me as a guy feeling I'd know better. Please what kinda car should I suggest for her putting the following as criteria:

1.Affordability
2. Maintenance friendly( parts, fuel consumption e.t.c)
3.Durability
4.Good security &
5.Electrically not complex.

Toyota Corolla Sport a.k.a Aristo on my mind. What ya say?

GAZZUZZ and co. Pls offer suggestion. Thanks!

Meanwhile My Mercedes Benz C200 has been jerking. I have replaced f fuel filter, cleaned injector, check fuel fil pump, changed plugs and plug wires, was told my coils are stl good but the problem remains...Seems most of our automobile mechanics are out to make you spend and spend and get frustrated... Pls help a bro.thanks.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bzion1: 9:27am On Jan 10, 2018

good day guys,

my mech had to do sum work on my car(03/04 accord v6), along d line dey dismantled d gear box which had no prior issues.
after work was done nd gearbox mounted back it started acting funny..,
i.e, wen gear lever is shifted to park car does nt start(no crank atal) nd also the lever becomes stiff.
car onli starts wen lever is reset back to neutral.
and wen in park, the key cnt turn off d ignition completeli,battery head needs to b removed b4 key can completeli turnoff ignition.
"D" light now blinks and car struggles to accelerate at first gear bt reverse drives well.

note that gear was working ok b4 now...please ur help is needed guys b4 taking car back to mech

thanks

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nnamdibig(m): 10:13am On Jan 10, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

you owe me a beer

Sir pls the car battery drains over night if I did not remove the head. If you Start the car and remove the battery head, the engine runs no issue but the moment I forget to remove the head over night, the battery won't be able to start the engine the next morning.
Pls sir what could be the problem??
(Honda Bullet)

The battery is weak but I want to know if anything else is the problem before buying new battery.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 10:18am On Jan 10, 2018

nnamdibig:

Sir pls the car battery drains over night if I did not remove the head. If you Start the car and remove the battery head, the engine runs no issue but the moment I forget to remove the head over night, the battery won't be able to start the engine the next morning.
Pls sir what could be the problem??
(Honda Bullet)

The battery is weak but I want to know if anything else is the problem before buying new battery.

in most cases, nothing is wrong due to the bolded, but start by disconnecting all after market devices. And see what appens.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nnamdibig(m): 10:25am On Jan 10, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

in most cases, nothing is wrong due to the bolded, but start by disconnecting all after market devices. And see what appens.

I have done that severally. And the problem is still there. It was no issue for me before now because I have been very consistent in removing the battery head grin

But just this once I forgot, am trapped again.

Want to know if there is something to look out for before buying another battery that won't last.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bzion1: 10:40am On Jan 10, 2018

boss pls help out

good day guys,

my mech had to do sum work on my car(03/04 accord v6), along d line dey dismantled d gear box which had no prior issues.
after work was done nd gearbox mounted back it started acting funny..,
i.e, wen gear lever is shifted to park car does nt start(no crank atal) nd also the lever becomes stiff.
car onli starts wen lever is reset back to neutral.
and wen in park, the key cnt turn off d ignition completeli,battery head needs to b removed b4 key can completeli turnoff ignition.
" grin

" light now blinks and car struggles to accelerate at first gear bt reverse drives well.

note that gear was working ok b4 now...please ur help is needed guys b4 taking car back to mech

thanks

GAZZUZZ:

in most cases, nothing is wrong due to the bolded, but start by disconnecting all after market devices. And see what appens.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:04pm On Jan 10, 2018

bzion1:
boss pls help out

good day guys,

my mech had to do sum work on my car(03/04 accord v6), along d line dey dismantled d gear box which had no prior issues.
after work was done nd gearbox mounted back it started acting funny..,
i.e, wen gear lever is shifted to park car does nt start(no crank atal) nd also the lever becomes stiff.
car onli starts wen lever is reset back to neutral.
and wen in park, the key cnt turn off d ignition completeli,battery head needs to b removed b4 key can completeli turnoff ignition.
"" light now blinks and car struggles to accelerate at first gear bt reverse drives well.

note that gear was working ok b4 now...please ur help is needed guys b4 taking car back to mech

thanks

adjust park neutral switch, it is not aligned properly.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bzion1: 7:22pm On Jan 10, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

adjust park neutral switch, it is not aligned properly.

tnx boss...checked it nd it's worn out,wil replace it 2moro

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by twenty4: 8:10am On Jan 14, 2018

Gazzuzz

GAZZUZZ:

adjust park neutral switch, it is not aligned properly.

Please I need help @Gazzuzz. My W203 control arm bushings are bad so the car makes knocking noise on rough roads. I don't have a mechanic in Lagos yet. A friend got a mechanic who suggested I replace the control arms and not just the bushings. I am fine with it as long as it solves everything however, I need to confirm how much it will cost to replace the control arms. I don't want to be cheated. Thanks

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by vicbussi: 5:39pm On Jan 17, 2018

OGA GAZZUZZ, Pls what can be the issue with my Gear, When i accelerate the Gear will Vibrate before moving from 20 - 40, and 40 - 60 and 60-80. EOD 03/04.

pls assist

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Specialist900(m): 1:38pm On Jan 21, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

live scan. (data stream)

hi boss, forget to post the live scan.

Changed all the plugs (they were all bad), Infact some of the plugs were soaked with/in oil. I also cleaned the nozzles.

No more CEL

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by ogoplus: 7:50pm On Jan 21, 2018

Gazzuzz happy new year.

Please I still battling with intermittent stiffness of my car's steering wheel pump.
You mentioned something about bleeding air in the system.

I told the mechanic that worked on the car about your recommendation.
He work on the pump( not sure he knows how to bleed the system)...the intermittent stiffness still persist.

Please help

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dcole73: 11:03pm On Jan 21, 2018

Dr Gazzuzz,

Sorry to bother you, but I am looking to get a Honda EOD (or maybe DC) .

I need advice on maintenance tips and driving habits to help ensure a longer lasting transmission and prevent failure.

Thanks in advance.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by siamia(f): 10:27pm On Jan 22, 2018

Hello wonderful people,
Gurus in the house....help a sister.
I'm looking to buy a Camry 2008. I've gone to inspect it. Looks nice and sounds good but on the dashboard I noticed the ABS sign was on, as well as the check engine sign.
I'm worried abt this.
Is this normal, or an ominous sign? Shd I go ahead or dump that car.
Thanks so much.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by siamia(f): 10:29pm On Jan 22, 2018

P.S.
The seller says he will make sure the abs and check engine signs are wiped off before I make payment.
What does that mean?
Thanks again.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Specialist900(m): 10:48pm On Jan 22, 2018

siamia:
P.S.
The seller says he will make sure the abs and check engine signs are wiped off before I make payment.
What does that mean?
Thanks again.

if you're in Lagos abeg contact gazzuzz to help you inspect the car. Abeg o

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dcole73: 12:19pm On Jan 23, 2018

siamia:
Hello wonderful people,
Gurus in the house....help a sister.
I'm looking to buy a Camry 2008. I've gone to inspect it. Looks nice and sounds good but on the dashboard I noticed the ABS sign was on, as well as the check engine sign.
I'm worried abt this.
Is this normal, or an ominous sign? Shd I go ahead or dump that car.
Thanks so much.

No I don't think it is normal.
ABS light will be on if the hand brake is active. Once the engine is on and hand brake is released, the ABS light should go off.

Better to do a scan to diagnose and determine if it is a minor or major issue.
Yes Gazzuzz is recommended.

https://www.nairaland.com/gazzuzz

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by blazetitov: 6:28pm On Jan 27, 2018

Oga Gazzuzz, happy new year. As usual, Please your guidance is needed.

I have been using milemaster 5w-30 on my Toyota Camry 2000 v-6 close to 4 years now, unfortunately the oil is no longer easily available. Kindly recommend any other brand that I can use. The vehicle is due for servicing already.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:53pm On Jan 27, 2018

blazetitov:
Oga Gazzuzz, happy new year. As usual, Please your guidance is needed.

I have been using milemaster 5w-30 on my Toyota Camry 2000 v-6 close to 4 years now, unfortunately the oil is no longer easily available. Kindly recommend any other brand that I can use. The vehicle is due for servicing already.

I sell smthing better.

https://www.nairaland.com/3924736/back-again-mobil1-5w30-5w20/2

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by blazetitov: 11:53pm On Jan 27, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

I sell smthing better.

https://www.nairaland.com/3924736/back-again-mobil1-5w30-5w20/2

Nice one boss. How much will I need for the servicing and will there be need for an engine flush considering the change of brand and time. Thanks boss.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by captainking(m): 12:41am On Jan 29, 2018

PurplePatch:
Hello house, My sister wants to buy a car for herself and has consulted me as a guy feeling I'd know better. Please what kinda car should I suggest for her putting the following as criteria:

1.Affordability
2. Maintenance friendly( parts, fuel consumption e.t.c)
3.Durability
4.Good security &
5.Electrically not complex.

Toyota Corolla Sport a.k.a Aristo on my mind. What ya say?

GAZZUZZ and co. Pls offer suggestion. Thanks!

Meanwhile My Mercedes Benz C200 has been jerking. I have replaced f fuel filter, cleaned injector, check fuel fil pump, changed plugs and plug wires, was told my coils are stl good but the problem remains...Seems most of our automobile mechanics are out to make you spend and spend and get frustrated... Pls help a bro.thanks.

brother scan oo.. That should always be the first thing to do

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 6:39am On Jan 29, 2018

blazetitov:

Nice one boss. How much will I need for the servicing and will there be need for an engine flush considering the change of brand and time. Thanks boss.

flush not necessary

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by MrBuzy: 7:18pm On Jan 29, 2018

Good Day. Please i need your advice. I want to buy Infiniti G35 2007 Model and i want to know that durability of the car.
1. What is the Fuel Efficiency.
2. Parts Availability and Affordability.
3. Durability of the Car.
Thanks.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by blazetitov: 10:22am On Jan 30, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

flush not necessary

Thanks boss

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by seek4yemi: 3:17pm On Jan 30, 2018

Hello house I just got a naija used Nissan Xterra 04, for my Mum, the car was driven inter state recently then we discovered the engine oil dry up itself, the car also exhaust excess fuel, a mechanic said the engine need to be changed or half engine, what is your suggestion pls.

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by arinzest: 2:00pm On Feb 18, 2018

Hello Gauzzuz, my sister based at Karu, Abuja needs a good mechanic for her car. the car is being messed up my incompetent engineers.

Can you recommend anyone

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by J0hnTrevolt(m): 3:52pm On Feb 18, 2018

GAZZUZZ:

flush not necessary

chief please wats ur opinion on a car dat is very low to the ground. Can hardly climb a small Hill without hitting the ground.
Plz the said car is eod

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 9:25pm On Feb 18, 2018

J0hnTrevolt:
chief please wats ur opinion on a car dat is very low to the ground. Can hardly climb a small Hill without hitting the ground.
Plz the said car is eod

tyre specs?

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by thebigkendo(m): 12:26am On Feb 19, 2018

arinzest:
Hello Gauzzuz, my sister based at Karu, Abuja needs a good mechanic for her car. the car is being messed up my incompetent engineers.

Can you recommend anyone

Contact kingreign he is based in Abuja.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by kingreign(m): 6:01am On Feb 19, 2018

arinzest:
Hello Gauzzuz, my sister based at Karu, Abuja needs a good mechanic for her car. the car is being messed up my incompetent engineers.

Can you recommend anyone

What make and model of car does she drive?

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