Here is my to-do-list for the black beast
1: turn off check engine light
2: fix ac
3: adjust tailgate so it stops hitting me on the head
4: fix cruise-control
5: align after replacing 2 front tires
6:replace timing belt and do a complete tune up maybe sync that with 1
7:replace some weather strips.. sunroof, tailgate
and i might find some more things to do

wish me luck!

now you know why i joined this forum

 

Hello, What year, model and trim level is this car? How many miles does it have? Are there any telling circumstances about this car, it's previous owner or condition at sale which help paint a picture? Thank you so much for telling us it's black.
Re 1, Read the code(s) before turning off the CEL
Re 2, Good luck diagnosing your A/C problem. From what I've read, if your
evaperator is leaking then change the heater core at the same time.
Re 3, If your tailgate is low the cylinders are worn and need replacing.
Re 4, I have no experience with these units, good luck.
Re 5, Go to a good front end shop and inspect everything.
Re 6, Again, depending on mileage and condition of coolant, consider changing your
water pump. If your car is near 200K I'd change it. Don't skimp on the
rollers.
Re 7, Can you repair just the bad spots or do you have to buy weatherstrips for
an entire door? ...more things? All the fluids, clean the throttle body
Tell us how it all works out. Kira

 

it's a 98, t5 , 332.173 k on the " clock "

 

ok, made a start on my to do list, well.. kinda

bought me an OBD reader and timing belt..
let the fun start

 

Hello, With that mileage you should include an idler, tensioner and new water pump when you do your timing belt. Man, service records would sure help here. Does this car seem well maintained? How are the shocks/struts? Which OBD reader did you buy and did it clear your light and code(s)? CHEERS, Kira

 

thanks for the advice on the " replace as well parts" ...

i bought the innova 3100 from Canadian tire.. gave me 2 readings and yes i could reset the lights .. now just see what those codes really mean and how to fix it... something with low air side thingy.... i'll figure it out when i have some more time and keep you updated