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I've got a 2007 lacrosse stuck in park. Center console is ready to remove but I cannot get the shifter knob off even with a right angle Philips.
Anyone have any tricks?
Anyone have any tricks?
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I had replaced the speakers in my doors, but misplaced the clips and I am now unable to find replacements for them. The clips are seen in this video, at the timestamp:
I have tried multiple OEM shops and checked Amazon too, but I cant find something that would fit right. Am I missing something?
This is the closest I have found so far:
Would any of these work? I want to make sure I get this right before I just slap it into my car and call it a day.
I have tried multiple OEM shops and checked Amazon too, but I cant find something that would fit right. Am I missing something?
This is the closest I have found so far:
Amazon.com: (10) 1982-1999 Front | Rear Headliner Molding | A Pillar | Garnish Clips | Buttons | Fasteners | Retainers (FITS: GM, Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, GMC, General Motors 1982-1992 F Body Cars) : Automotive
Buy (10) 1982-1999 Front | Rear Headliner Molding | A Pillar | Garnish Clips | Buttons | Fasteners | Retainers (FITS: GM, Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, GMC, General Motors 1982-1992 F Body Cars): Clips - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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Amazon.com: 25PCS Carbbia Metal Trim Panel Fastener Fits into 5/16" Hole Car Door Panel Clips Retainer : Automotive
Buy 25PCS Carbbia Metal Trim Panel Fastener Fits into 5/16" Hole Car Door Panel Clips Retainer: Clips - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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Amazon.com: Rebvugr 15 PCS Car Trim Panel Metal Retainer Clip, Car Door Panel Clips, U-Shaped Auto Dashboard Console Fastener for Chevy Saturn, Lift Gate Trim Finish Panel Moulding Fastener Replace OEM#11588650 : Automotive
Buy Rebvugr 15 PCS Car Trim Panel Metal Retainer Clip, Car Door Panel Clips, U-Shaped Auto Dashboard Console Fastener for Chevy Saturn, Lift Gate Trim Finish Panel Moulding Fastener Replace OEM#11588650: Clips - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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Would any of these work? I want to make sure I get this right before I just slap it into my car and call it a day.
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Recently running into a bit of a strange issue with my 2019 Encore Preferred. Have had it for 3 years now and up until the last month, I never had any issues with the infotainment system. However, recently there will be instances where the infotainment system (screen, radio, etc.) do not shut off after the car has been turned off and the driver's door opens. It is not consistently occurring and the majority of the time the infotainment system shuts off as normal. Any ideas on what this may be or if anyone else has run into this issue? From what I've gathered, it seems like it may be an issue with the retained power accessory (RAP) or the body control module (BCM).
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Twice recently after heavy rains, I've opened the door to find that the foot area of the passenger seat full of water. No other water in the car. Could not find the point of entry. I think it must be traceable to some blockage of ducts, but haven't found it YET around the windshield/wiper/dashboard complex. Anybody have solved the same problem?
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Howdy,
I'm inheriting a 2015 Buick Lacrosse V6 leather trim with about 60k miles. It was the typical low mileage, old person car.
I've never owned a Buick. In fact I've never really owned an American built vehicle.
This would be a 2nd vehicle for me, a weekend car for going to the dog park and other random things.
Are these reliable? Is a 10 year old Buick seen better days or can I rely on it like a Toyota? Should I sell it while it is still worth something or should I keep it because it's a good car that will continue to be a good car 10 years from now.
Any and all opinions are welcome. Tell me it's a piece of shit or otherwise.
Thanks
I'm inheriting a 2015 Buick Lacrosse V6 leather trim with about 60k miles. It was the typical low mileage, old person car.
I've never owned a Buick. In fact I've never really owned an American built vehicle.
This would be a 2nd vehicle for me, a weekend car for going to the dog park and other random things.
Are these reliable? Is a 10 year old Buick seen better days or can I rely on it like a Toyota? Should I sell it while it is still worth something or should I keep it because it's a good car that will continue to be a good car 10 years from now.
Any and all opinions are welcome. Tell me it's a piece of shit or otherwise.
Thanks
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I recently bought new pads and rotors for my wifes 1996 Century. I have not been in the front brakes of this car yet. I did the rear several months ago. I replaced the drums, shoes, hardware, cylinders and brake lines.
Now I need to do the front and was hoping some of you guys could send me pictures of the mounting hardware. I would hate to pull off the wheel just to have to put it back on to go get more tools. I know you guys understand when I say I want the wife to feel like I know what I am doing, plus it would save me time. lol I am hoping they are hexhead, but I feel like it is going to be something I no longer have, like torx or allen.
Now I need to do the front and was hoping some of you guys could send me pictures of the mounting hardware. I would hate to pull off the wheel just to have to put it back on to go get more tools. I know you guys understand when I say I want the wife to feel like I know what I am doing, plus it would save me time. lol I am hoping they are hexhead, but I feel like it is going to be something I no longer have, like torx or allen.
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Very good tool vendor....
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Still looking for a solution to replacing the balancer bolt for a 2005 Buick Century 3.1L SE. I've ordered an ARP 120-2501 balancer bolt (says it fits this car) but I'm out of other options. If this doesn't fit, what other options are there?
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Here is a link to a Grade 10.9 M12x1.5x45 bolt -
belmetric.com
While it is not TTY, it should be strong enough for your application.
Or, you can order ARP M12x1.5x45 bolts from Summit Racing - https://www.summitracing.com/parts/arp-664-1005?seid=srese1
M12X1.5 OEM Hex Flange Bolt - Steel 10.9 Zinc Flake
Bel-Metric sells metric hardware & specialty automotive supplies worldwide. Visit our website to purchase metric fasteners, nuts, bolts, screws, washers & more.
belmetric.com
While it is not TTY, it should be strong enough for your application.
Or, you can order ARP M12x1.5x45 bolts from Summit Racing - https://www.summitracing.com/parts/arp-664-1005?seid=srese1
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I do know that at the dealership near by, they reuse those bolts for what it is worth. I also know I have reused them too at our shop with no issue, not to say that it can't happen. All things are possible. However, if a ARP replacement can be found, then that is great. The 3.1L was a very heavily used engine across GMs lineup for several decades, the possibility of there not being a single option makes very little sense. I know that engine was used through and may have been phased out just after the 2005 model year, which I think was the last year before it was replaced by the 3.4L. I think, it's been a minute. All that said, there were millions of those engines and it's variants floating around world wide.
If Dorman does not have one, then making a plea to ARP to produce one specifically for the 3.1L with torque specs should be considered and may take the community to back a representative or just flood their inbox.
I think this is the best alternative. I have heard very little negative stuff about ARP, and there is a decent chance the replacement will not be TTY. A re-useable replacement would be ideal in either case. I don't do wrench work professionally anymore except for myself these days. I do deal in obsolete auto parts though.Here is a link to a Grade 10.9 M12x1.5x45 bolt -
M12X1.5 OEM Hex Flange Bolt - Steel 10.9 Zinc Flake
Bel-Metric sells metric hardware & specialty automotive supplies worldwide. Visit our website to purchase metric fasteners, nuts, bolts, screws, washers & more.
While it is not TTY, it should be strong enough for your application.
Or, you can order ARP M12x1.5x45 bolts from Summit Racing - https://www.summitracing.com/parts/arp-664-1005?seid=srese1
I do know that at the dealership near by, they reuse those bolts for what it is worth. I also know I have reused them too at our shop with no issue, not to say that it can't happen. All things are possible. However, if a ARP replacement can be found, then that is great. The 3.1L was a very heavily used engine across GMs lineup for several decades, the possibility of there not being a single option makes very little sense. I know that engine was used through and may have been phased out just after the 2005 model year, which I think was the last year before it was replaced by the 3.4L. I think, it's been a minute. All that said, there were millions of those engines and it's variants floating around world wide.
If Dorman does not have one, then making a plea to ARP to produce one specifically for the 3.1L with torque specs should be considered and may take the community to back a representative or just flood their inbox.
Wanted 69'Riviera front rotors
Gentlemen. I have a 1969' Buick Riviera. I'm in Sacramento Ca. I'm in need of 2. Front axle. Brake rotors. My vehicle is equipped with Delco Moraine brakes. Which has proven to be a bit of a curse. Any info or leads would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.
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So I'm running into a bit of an unusual issue with my 2019 Encore Preferred. I've had it for about 3 years now with no issues related to the infotainment system. Recently, however, there have been a few instances where the infotainment system (screen, radio, bluetooth, etc.) do not shut off after the car has been turned off and the driver's door opened. It isn't happening all the time. In fact, most of the time the screen turns off as normal. Anyone else run into this issue or may now what the culprit is? From what I've gathered it may be related to the retained accessory power (RAP) or the body control module (BCM)?
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