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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nurey(m): 8:47am On Nov 29, 2019
bakbravo:
Good day house. Please I use a Peugeot 206 2004. I wish to know after how many kilometres should I change timing chain. Thanks

timing chain is supposed to last a lifetime of the Engine, if you follow timely maintenance.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by nonhuman(m): 12:26pm On Nov 29, 2019
My back tires are making noise what should I do
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bakbravo(m): 12:31pm On Nov 29, 2019
Thanks but is the timing chain the same with timing belt
nurey:


timing chain is supposed to last a lifetime of the Engine, if you follow timely maintenance.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by Mrford(m): 2:11pm On Nov 29, 2019
bakbravo:
Thanks but is the timing chain the same with timing belt

No. Same function different materials. Chain is iron like your bicycle chain. Belt is rubber/leather abi what will I call that material. Same material with your serpentine belt (fan belt)

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by joshyo1(m): 3:21pm On Nov 29, 2019
GAZZUZZ:


Has nothing to do with the cleaner you poured. Scan your vehicle and post the codes . If you are in Lagos bring it in for a free scan.

the light is gone, but i feel my engine is run rich on fuel,
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by joshyo1(m): 3:23pm On Nov 29, 2019
aje33:
If you scan , you will get a code saying "system too rich"

The mix going into your engine is too rich due to what you poured. Use up the fuel completely and buy fresh clean fuel (full tank maybe). Code will disappear after a while.

the light is gone now, but i feel my car is still running rich on fuel
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bakbravo(m): 5:32pm On Nov 29, 2019
Thanks for the information. Much appreciated
Mrford:


No. Same function different materials. Chain is iron like your bicycle chain. Belt is rubber/leather abi what will I call that material. Same material with your serpentine belt (fan belt)

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by micos: 7:29am On Nov 30, 2019
Please airbag show on by dashboard what do I do.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:35am On Nov 30, 2019
bakbravo:
Good day house. Please I use a Peugeot 206 2004. I wish to know after how many kilometres should I change timing chain. Thanks

70,000 km you replace timing belt. Not chain.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by bakbravo(m): 10:11am On Nov 30, 2019
I am extremely grateful Sir Gazzuzz.. Appreciate
GAZZUZZ:


70,000 km you replace timing belt. Not chain.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by conyema12(m): 12:33pm On Nov 30, 2019
I keep refilling my AC freon every 2 months after compressor and condenser replacement. Is this normal?
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by double3(m): 2:02pm On Nov 30, 2019
conyema12:
I keep refilling my AC freon every 2 months after compressor and condenser replacement. Is this normal?
Nope...abnormal
Probably caused by a leak in your cooling system

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by conyema12(m): 2:50pm On Nov 30, 2019
double3:

Nope...abnormal
Probably caused by a leak in your cooling system

Thanks... I will have an Ac guy take a look at it
Just that the engine compartment is so tight
Its a 2gr fe engine on Toyota rav4 2006
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by gummi21: 7:20pm On Nov 30, 2019
what local oil is suited for a Hyundai 2006 ...manufacturer recommends 5w20 or 5w 30 if the first is not available...what are people using that is tested and ok.the car is not used that much.

I know people would start recommending the foreign mobil 1 and quartz's and the rest. thanks in advance
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by grudges: 8:20am On Dec 01, 2019
I bought Nigerian use honda accord 2006, i serviced the car with total quartz 5000. 20w-50 twice, i notice the car smoke when I press throttle, for the third service, I put total 7000 15W-50, the white smoke reduce, does that means the previous owner service the car with diiff. engiene oil I am using, pls I dont want spoil my engiene, I need ur help pls.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donteddy(m): 9:34am On Dec 01, 2019
Good morning house. Please who has any idea about this oil?

Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by MrDraey(m): 12:31pm On Dec 01, 2019
Good afternoon house,

Please what is the recommended/best engine oil to use on a 2009 Pontiac Vibe.

It's a direct tokunbo and was just serviced 3weeks ago with total quartz 5000. 20w-50.

I want to be sure if the oil is okay to be using
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by donteddy(m): 12:33pm On Dec 01, 2019
MrDraey:
Good afternoon house,

Please what is the recommended/best engine oil to use on a 2009 Pontiac Vibe.

It's a direct tokunbo and was just serviced 3weeks ago with total quartz 5000. 20w-50.

I want to be sure if the oil is okay to be using

Check the engine oil cover on the engine u will c the oil specification written on it
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by herrlekan(m): 12:37pm On Dec 01, 2019
Kindly drain the oil immediately and service the engine with 5w-20 synthetic oil.Dont forget to replace the oil filter also.


MrDraey:
Good afternoon house,

Please what is the recommended/best engine oil to use on a 2009 Pontiac Vibe.

It's a direct tokunbo and was just serviced 3weeks ago with total quartz 5000. 20w-50.

I want to be sure if the oil is okay to be using
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by MrDraey(m): 12:55pm On Dec 01, 2019
herrlekan:
Kindly drain the oil immediately and service the engine with 5w-20 synthetic oil.Dont forget to replace the oil filter also.


Thank you for the timely feedback. It was a relation who brought in that did the servicing.

is there any particular oil you could recommend, I did a google search and I mostly saw Mobil 1 and castrol
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by MrDraey(m): 12:57pm On Dec 01, 2019
donteddy:


Check the engine oil cover on the engine u will c the oil specification written on it
Thank God I asked...just did a check and I saw it was written SAE 5W-20 and SAE 0W-20
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by selfmadeOLX(m): 6:08pm On Dec 01, 2019
grudges:
I bought Nigerian use honda accord 2006, i serviced the car with total quartz 5000. 20w-50 twice, i notice the car smoke when I press throttle, for the third service, I put total 7000 15W-50, the white smoke reduce, does that means the previous owner service the car with diiff. engiene oil I am using, pls I dont want spoil my engiene, I need ur help pls.

You have already killed it sir. 20w-50 bawo cheesy
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 7:50pm On Dec 01, 2019
grudges:
I bought Nigerian use honda accord 2006, i serviced the car with total quartz 5000. 20w-50 twice, i notice the car smoke when I press throttle, for the third service, I put total 7000 15W-50, the white smoke reduce, does that means the previous owner service the car with diiff. engiene oil I am using, pls I dont want spoil my engiene, I need ur help pls.

The engine oils are the same difference.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by AshipaEk0: 8:51pm On Dec 01, 2019
Dangote Trailer Oyel inside motor car

Smh

Oil na oil. Kuku pour groundnut oil

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by 9icetoo(m): 10:48am On Dec 02, 2019
grudges:
I bought Nigerian use honda accord 2006, i serviced the car with total quartz 5000. 20w-50 twice, i notice the car smoke when I press throttle, for the third service, I put total 7000 15W-50, the white smoke reduce, does that means the previous owner service the car with diiff. engiene oil I am using, pls I dont want spoil my engiene, I need ur help pls.
Doesn't really matter what oil you use anymore.
Since the smoke is constant, it's probably from your rings. Engine is on its last legs.
Either you overhaul engine, change rings and start using recommended oil or you wait till this engine knocks, install toks engine and sin no more.
Forget all those people that tell you oil is oil. Your manufacturer wasn't stupid to specify 5w20 or 30.
When you do either of the above, use what is specified and enjoy your smoke free car.

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by gameboy55: 2:13pm On Dec 02, 2019
gameboy55:



I ve installed back the previous brainbox since the problem persist. Someone(Aunty Rad) adviced earlier I go for compression test, and it seems the value is the culprit like ur sugestion. I ve booked for the valve change already but not done yet due to tight schedule.
Thanks.


finally was chanced 2 weeks ago to take the car to another mechanic to change/ grind valve.

as the valve/top cover was opened, the number one valve tappet was found not set properly (loosened)

after setting, car works well. Scanned again and got cylinder 4 misfire.

the mechanic had to set all four valve timing, and changed all four spark plugs

till this moment, car works perfect.

thanks for your suggestions, God bless smiley

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by myners007: 8:19pm On Dec 02, 2019
please I want to find out between rav4 07 and Camry 07 or 08 which one is a better choice of car to buy
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by GAZZUZZ(m): 8:32pm On Dec 02, 2019
myners007:
please I want to find out between rav4 07 and Camry 07 or 08 which one is a better choice of car to buy

sedan and SUV no basis for comparison

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Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by grudges: 9:28pm On Dec 02, 2019
9icetoo:

Doesn't really matter what oil you use anymore.
Since the smoke is constant, it's probably from your rings. Engine is on its last legs.
Either you overhaul engine, change rings and start using recommended oil or you wait till this engine knocks, install toks engine and sin no more.
Forget all those people that tell you oil is oil. Your manufacturer wasn't stupid to specify 5w20 or 30.
When you do either of the above, use what is specified and enjoy your smoke free car.
Thanks oga for the good advice, from your suggestion, I think the best option is to change the engiene to be on a safer side.
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by dicksonadams(m): 6:31pm On Dec 03, 2019
grudges:

Thanks oga for the good advice, from your suggestion, I think the best option is to change the engiene to be on a safer side.


Use it till it quench, then change the engine
Re: Maintenance Tips On Cars. by haslaw(m): 10:52pm On Dec 03, 2019
Good evening

I opened the hood of my corolla 2010 car today and found out that the radiator coolant in the reservoir is empty.
1) Do I just top up the coolant or do I need to totally flush and replace it.
2) What brand of coolant should I use

Thanks so much

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