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  I went to the Dorman parts online page and submitted the information for the proportioning valve for the 91-95 Ford Taurus/Mercury Sable wagon part. Then I called them. 

  They take the new product/old product part information seriously. I let them know that I can ship the old part to them if it would help. I also gave them the OE (original equipment) part number from Ford also. I know this will help get the part back on the market.

  If you have a part on a vehicle that you can no longer get and have to find through a junkyard/savage yard, please get the part number by calling the dealer with your VIN (vehicle identification number) and write it down, along with the part name.  Then go online and click the NEW PRODUCT IDEA at the top of the page. Please leave ALL contact information there with part number, the part you need, and they will call or email you back. This is the link: http://www.dormanproducts.com/ 
  
  I am looking forward to hearing from them about the proportioning valve! I hope to make this a reality soon! I'm happy to be able to help other wagon owners as well!


  I'm off to call some Driving Schools to see if I can go and speak to the students about maintenance - because even though driving a car is a HUGE responsibility, you also need to be responsible for taking care of it while you are using it. 


  Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,
Sylvia Guillemette


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  Yes, I know its been awhile since I posted. I have been doing many other things. I got side-tracked from what I needed to do. 

  Today, I will call the company that someone told me would reproduce the proportioning valve that I had to find in the junkyard. Hopefully, I will be able to connect with someone who can help me do this. 

  Rock Auto was the company I was referred to. I just spoke with them, they do not have the technology available YET for reproduction parts - but I am going to talk with a machine shop I know of - to see if they can reproduce the part in a new form. Then I will see about getting the part reproduced through a manufacturer. 

  

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  There are a few rules of the road (LAWS) that are in the Driver's Manual that I notice a lot of people are just not following anymore. 

  I am on the road everyday for 5 and 1/2 hours a day, 6 days a week. I see a HUGE lack of responsibility on the roads nowadays.  People have forgotten these important rules that could keep you from getting into an accident. 

  Technology is great, isn't it? We have Bluetooth technology, hands-free devices, cellphones, GPS, and other things. Do you realize that Connecticut has a Hands-free/No Texting Law? Why is it that I still see some of you talking on it while holding it in your hand or worse texting while driving? My car is almost 20 years old and I can still get the Bluetooth technology installed in it. I do not use my cellphone or text while driving, as I like to see where I am going, and dodge those of you who are not paying attention. If it rings, I have voice mail. I can call them back later when I get to my destination.

  The turn signals are on the car to let other people know where you are going. I do not see a lot of people using those anymore. (You know who you are.) I use mine all the time so that you will know where I am going and decide what action you need to take. You should use yours too! I'm tired of seeing the brake lights before the turn signal ... its the other way around. 

  The use of all lights in these conditions is imperative to your safety! If it is raining, misting, snowing, sleeting, foggy, or overcast (cloudy) ... I want to be able to see you. Also, please make sure all your lights are in working order and not blown out. If your wipers are on - all the lights are supposed to be on BY LAW.  Put all your lights on ... not just the daytime driving lights. 

  Speeding is illegal, its reckless and irresponsible. You want to speed? Get a race car and go to the track. If you lose control of the car, you can kill yourself, friends, family, and other people. You can also end up destroying other cars and hurting/killing others. You may think you're indestructible or just having fun ... but once you or someone else is dead - you or those people can't come back from the dead.
 
  Do you realize that in Europe, in some places there, to get a driver's license, it's $5,000? Once you get it, its a responsibility, not just a privilege. If you lose that license due to reckless driving, drunk driving (which is a no-no anyways), or get into a major accident, or any other major infractions, they take your license away for good and YOU DO NOT GET IT BACK. 

  Please make sure you are following the speed limits, the laws regarding lights, turn signals, cellphones (talking and texting), and that ALL your lights are working. Take the time to drive responsibly. You will live a lot longer that way. 

  Stay safe!

Sylvia Guillemette

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  Today I share with you the current recalls going on with the different car companies. These are important things you should know to keep you and your family safe. 

  The most important thing you should know about recalls, and no one ever tells you, is that if there is a recall on your vehicle, the dealer has to pay for it - not you.  It's just some of your time to get the vehicle there to be fixed. 

  The one recall that seems to have gone somewhat unnoticed, is the Nissan Pathfinder. Did you know that all years - back to the first year - have major recalls including the steering box rotting out of the vehicle? One minute you are directing the car and the next moment - the car is steering off on its own! There are other problems as well. Don't let this happen to you! To check that recall - CLICK HERE. 

  The Hundai/Kia Recalls. These are the vehicles listed for those recalls - 
"Elantra compacts from 2011 to 2013 to fix an air bag problem, Hyundai models affected by the brake light switch recall include the 2007 to 2009 Accent and Tucson, the 2007 to 2010 Elantra, the 2011 Sonata, the 2007 to 2011 Santa Fe, the 2008 to 2009 Veracruz and the 2010 to 2011 Genesis Coupe. Kia models include the 2007 to 2010 Rondo and Sportage, the 2011 Optima, the 2007 to 2011 Sorento, the 2010 to 2011 Soul and the 2007 Sedona.The recall is in addition to a 2009 recall for a similar problem with the brake light switches." CLICK HERE to read full article. 

  A lot of people love and drive Subarus. There is a recall on some of these as well. These are the vehicles that are being recalled: "2005-09 Outback wagons andLegacy sedans due to a problem with the brake lines that could cause corrosion. Affected vehicles were manufactured between December 2003 and April 2009 and registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia." CLICK HERE to read full article. 


  Toyota, Honda, Nissan recalls. These are the vehicles affected by the recall ... "About 680,000 are in North America, 270,000 in Japan and 64,000 in Europe. The models include the Civic, CR-V and Odyssey.   
The recall extends to Latin America, China, other Asian nations, the Middle East and Africa. Recalled models in Japan include the Cube, X-Trail, Maxima and Teana, made from August 2000 to January 2004. Also affected under the same recall were the RX-8 and Mazda 6 at Mazda Motor Corp." CLICK HERE to read the full article.  


  The other article about the recall also includes these vehicles: "A small number of cars made by Germany's BMW AG and General Motors Co. and also involved. Toyota will have to inspect or fix 1.7 million vehicles worldwide, including about 580,000 in North America, 490,000 in Europe and 320,000 in Japan. The models include the Corolla compact, Matrix hatchback, Sequoia SUV, and Tundra pickup, as well as the Lexus SC 430 sports car. All the vehicles were manufactured from 2001 to 2003. 680,000 in North America, 270,000 in Japan and 64,000 in Europe. Models include the Civic compact, CR-V small SUV and Odyssey minivan from the 2001 to 2003 model years. 265,000 in the U.S. Models include the Nissan Maxima midsize sedan, Pathfinder SUV and Sentra compact as well as the Infiniti FX crossover and QX4 SUV, all from the 2001-2003 model years. Recalled models in Japan include the Cube, X-Trail, Maxima and Teana. 45,000 Mazda RX-8 and Mazda 6 cars are affected, including 4,000 in Japan. 55,000 Pontiac Vibe hatchbacks sold in the U.S. and Canada are being recalled." Read this article by CLICKING HERE. 

  In Australia, these cars are being recalled ... " 2001-2003 models of the Civic, 2002-2003 versions of the 
CR-V and 2003 built Jazz are the Honda models fitted with the potentially faulty component." Read this article by CLICKING HERE. 


  Another Honda recall discovered! "The recall includes the Honda CR-V small SUV and Odyssey minivan from the 2012 and 2013 model years. Also covered is the 2013 Acura RDX SUV." Read more by CLICKING HERE. 


  For now, I believe that is all of the current recalls. Please bookmark this blog as I will keep you updated on the recalls. It's important to stay safe. 


  Have a great day and drive safely! 


Sincerely,


Sylvia 

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  Well, I've started on a new eGuide. Its more detailed and better than the last one. I found more great information to add to it, so I am sure it will be more help.

  It's going to be the free gift incorporated into my "Car Basics for Women" site which I'm also working on. More on that later ...

  So far I have Owner's Manual info, Checking and where to find information on correct Oil, transmission fluid, antifreeze levels, brake fluid, power steering fluid. There is also tire information - that I have so far. I will be working on windshield fluid, wipers, air filters, and Engine Light code information. (Sometimes the engine light shows up under the ABS or Service Engine Soon lights as well.)

  Time to work on the e-guide . I want to get that all set and contact my designer for the e-cover I want done for it. (She did a great job on my header for my webpage!)

   Talk to you soon! Enjoy your day! :D

Sincerely,

Sylvia  
  

Welcome to my Blog~

  This blog is here to help you learn about basic maintenance on your vehicle, how to buy a car, find an owner's manual, repair manuals, places to find answers, recommendations, places to take your car, information on products and parts, and the goal I have to provide you with the best information and answers to your automotive questions.

  You can visit my Facebook Automotive Fan Page for updates on different dealers, products, parts, information and videos, RECALLS, swap ,meets, car shows, fun stuff - t-shirts, mugs, pictures, ect., plus any free gifts I have for you! CLICK HERE

  I am currently working on a regular website called "Car Basics For Women".  It will have more there when I can get it everything put together. I will keep you updated on my progress. 

  My other goal I am working on is to build a board game for automotive - a teaching tool. I hope to take it from physical to gaming form. Also to implement it into iphone, ipad and other phone app uploads. From time to time, I will offer a free gift of a gift card from an auto parts store (in the future).  One thing at a time. 


  I hope you enjoy the site and the blog. I will have a subscription box here soon - if you wish to sign up for updates on things such as recalls, new products, or any new tools, resources, links, ect. 


  Have a fantastic day! 

Sincerely,


Sylvia Guillemette

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