Why did my cars engine suddenly lose all power while traveling on the freeway?
Q. While traveling approx 75-80 mph, my '99 Civics engine lost power, emitted black smoke from the exhaust, and came to a rolling stop. This occurred on the return trip from a meet approx 80 miles from home. The trip there was uneventful. I've checked the timing belt-still intact, and the spark plug wires-still good. The engine turns over but simply will not start. There is some patterned smoke when trying to start the engine. Any ideas?
Asked by iwontrest - Tue Apr 29 00:42:10 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. black smoke means too much fuel. your injector(s) is (are) dumping fuel in for what ever reason. get to a shop.
Answered by mdk68gto, ase certified m tech - Tue Apr 29 03:37:04 2008

What cause your engine to shake and sometime it feel like if it want to install?
Q. What cause your engine to shake and sometime it feel like if it want to install and sometime it start up weak not strong and sometime it start up fine! ? The vechiles is a 2000 Durango 5.9 engine with 105, Miles!
Asked by Highway - Sat May 9 08:17:42 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. needs a tune up or a fuel treatment maybe either way could be more than one thing wrong
Answered by kelly_f_1999 - Sat May 9 08:24:48 2009

How do I clean my engine without ruining anything?
Q. I am trading my old car in as I purchase another one. My engine is very disgusting, it is the dirtiest engine you will ever see and I don't think it has been cleaned for the last 10 years. There is so much sludge, grease and grime on it and I am needing to wash everything and make it look somewhat new. Now a friend of my said just use a powerwasher and if I use some sort of engine cleaner to make sure I don't directly spray it on certain parts b/c if they are really hot they become flammable. Also I have heard if you use a power washer to go easy on other parts so they don't get torn up. Now I have a cool pack in my car not a regular distributor so he said spray away. What parts do I need to look out for if any???
Asked by babysteaks3 - Mon Jul 30 14:36:35 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes there are parts to avoid like the electrical systems and the intake. Also a pressure washer can tear up parts if put on to strong. You also should do this when the engine is cold. If you are unsure, I would have a mechanic do it for you as more damage can be caused if not done properly. Price the engine cleaning with different licensed reputable shops to be sure you are not overcharged. Good luck.
Answered by Jersey Boy - Mon Jul 30 14:48:50 2007