Tag: computers
10 Posts
Dec 06, 2012
Does Computer Re-Flashing Really Do Anything?
Dan's local auto repair shop has offered to "re-flash" his car's computer. Leaving aside the scandalous name, is this a valuable service? Find out what Tom and Ray have to say on the subject of flashing, right here.
Sep 06, 2012
Junkyard Computers and Mike's Mitsubishi
Mike's mechanic says his daughter will have to get a brand-new computer to fix the electrical problems on her 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse. But Tom and Ray think getting a new computer for an old car makes no sense. Find out what they recommend.
Apr 01, 2001
Microsoft Windows for automobiles? We're not a fan of the idea.
I just heard on the news that Microsoft has announced a special version of Windows for automotive application It sounds like my future cars will have computer-Internet interfaces hard-wired as standard equipment I generally keep my cars for eight to...
Aug 01, 2000
Can you recommend any older cars that AREN'T computerized that I can repair myself?
I'm getting tired of all this computer stuff in cars My mother recently had a problem with the computer in her ' Camry and it shut down the whole car I used to be able to do my own repairs...
May 01, 2000
Does an engine have to be manually reprogrammed after installing a new battery?
We have purchased a Buick Regal that has a dead battery It had been sitting for about six months We jumped it and drove it to an auto shop to have it checked out It was otherwise fine The auto-shop...
May 01, 1999
Should we be worried about Y2K?
Regarding Y K what problems can we anticipate with current models What about older cars -- Tony TOM As far as we know there's absolutely nothing to worry about Of course I'm spending the fall getting my Schwinn tuned up...
Oct 01, 1998
Can a PROM chip help boost horsepower in my slightly gutless Explorer?
I am the proud owner of a Ford Expedition Although I know you guys think it's too big and a gas guzzler I like it The only problem is that I wish I had gotten the liter engine instead of...
Mar 01, 1997
When I stop at a red light and am using headlights, wipers and AC, my car shakes like it's going to break apart.
We have a Corsica four-cylinder with miles When I use the headlights windshield wipers and air conditioning and then stop for a red light the car feels like it's going to shake to pieces I can stop the vibration by...
Oct 01, 1995
Why has the auto industry begun putting computers in cars when it makes car repair so complicated?
Can you tell me why the auto industry puts computers in cars What is the advantage It used to be that any mechanically minded person with experience could repair a car Now of course it is necessary to take the...
Oct 01, 1989
Will installing a C.B. mess with my car's computer system?
I have a Buick Park Avenue I wish to install a C B but have heard that it could mess up the computer system My dealer says to ask the installer but I need a second opinion What do you...
