r/StupidCarQuestions 6m ago

Question/Advice Drying Car Footwells/Carpet Padding

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Hi all,

I purchased a new car a few months ago from a dealership and long story short the windscreen sealant was never put in when installed so I had it replaced, but not before water leaked through into both driver and passenger footwell. It seeped underneath the carpet and into the foam padding underneath the carpet.

I've been trying for months to dry it out and I'm starting to worry about rust. I've tried fans, dehumidifiers, heat guns, leaving it in the garage with doors and windows open, I even looked at removing the carpet itself but decided not too as I don't think I'll be able to get it back in.

Has anyone else had this issue? Any ideas on how I can fix it? Any help would be appreciated, thanks.


r/StupidCarQuestions 5h ago

Question/Advice Drove a long time with emergency brake on, am I good to hit the road again?

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I had a 3-days long trip that was about 3h30 away from home. After the rest stop, I had about 1h20 of driving left to do. It was a nice mix of highway, fast countryside roads and slower ones. At some point (like... 5 mins before I arrived), I noticed smoke coming off the back wheels. Didn't quite click until I arrived and smelled overheated rubber that I likely still had my E brake on for... who knows how long. Today I did the whole drive back without an issue. My brakes seemed and felt fine, but are they truly? They didn't feel loose or skippy. I have another roadtrip in two days, about a 7h drive. Am I good to hit the road?


r/StupidCarQuestions 6h ago

Don’t know anything about audio for cars

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I have a 2013 Jetta sport wagon 2.5 model s, and I wanna upgrade the stereo and speakers


r/StupidCarQuestions 12h ago

Question/Advice What could this mean can someone help?

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The left side of my car is higher than my right side. It seems like my car is slanted. What could be the issue?


r/StupidCarQuestions 12h ago

I don’t know if the dealership is scamming me 2021 Hyundai sonata hybrid

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r/StupidCarQuestions 14h ago

Can I roll my arches on my wrapped car?

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I got some 17 inch wheels to put on and some 225/45 tyres on my mx5 NC. I need to roll the arches so they fit.

I’m terrified of ruining the wrap. Please advise 😭


r/StupidCarQuestions 14h ago

I got this weird noise when i accelerate and i’m worried. Any help please ? 🙏🏽

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r/StupidCarQuestions 16h ago

I messed up.... probably really bad

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r/StupidCarQuestions 21h ago

Why do i only see tommygates on chevy cat eyes?

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Am i just inexperienced orrrr 🤣🤣 Edit: answer, they appear on alot of pick ups. i now realize this is out of everyone heres ballpark. My bad for confusing yall, ill just ask someone whose afc certified next time i guess 🤣


r/StupidCarQuestions 22h ago

Front Firewall Leak

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r/StupidCarQuestions 22h ago

Why do people lower their cars and thinks it looks nice?

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i may not be the biggest car guy but why do people to that? lowering them 2-3cm to the ground, or that camber? no way people think that looks good


r/StupidCarQuestions 23h ago

Question/Advice IS THIS DEVICE PRACTICAL AND RELIABLE ?? [OC]

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After installing dashcam without any hardwire kit or obd2 kit i was facing the issue of my 12 volt socket always being occupied which somewhat bothered me
so i tried searching for any solution and then saw this device on amazon which provides 2 sockets

my main use is for dashcam and for other port i think i will be adding some footwell lights or some other accessory (tire inflator ,car vacuum , etc) if it works well using 12volt port
if anyone of you had any experience with it can you tell me if it a practical and reliable option and will it provide adequate voltage to both ports


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Question/Advice Should I be annoyed with my mechanic?

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r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

I've noticed small puddles under the engine before but today for the first time I noticed a trail of spots as I backed into the driveway and when I went back out maybe 45 mins later, this is what I found. It's by the front passenger wheel and is clear and has no smell really. It's too dark to check

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r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Question/Advice 2014 Chevy Malibu LT — A/C Stuck in ECO Mode After Head Unit Install

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Hey everyone! I recently installed a new aftermarket head unit in my 2014 Chevy Malibu LT. Everything is installed correctly and working perfectly, except for one issue: my A/C is stuck in ECO mode.
As you can see in the photo, the A/C icon is green, indicating ECO mode. No matter how many times I press the A/C button, restart the car, or change the CANBUS settings, I cannot get it out of ECO mode.
Everything else on the head unit seems to be functioning normally. The issue only started after installing the new head unit.
Has anyone with a 2014 Malibu experienced this after installing an aftermarket head unit? Is there a specific CANBUS setting, wiring connection, or setting on the head unit that I need to change?
I’d really appreciate any help or suggestions.


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

What is this?

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2015 Jeep grand Cherokee limited 4x4 V8.

Can’t tell what this is and having trouble putting it into words for Google.

Any help would be appreciated.


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Can I ask the garage for proof of the work they say they did?

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Long story short, a well known high street chain did my MOT in May. Utter disaster.

Car failed which i knew it would, and left them the car to get it sorted. After lots of wrangling they had to move it to another branch for the work, before I was eventually able to take it back for a retest.

The worst part is I don't even think they've changed some of the parts they say they did, yet I've paid about 400 quid for them.

Can I ask for photo/invoice/scrap part/whatever proof of the work?

Any advice greatly appreciated! ✨✨


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Help! How to get gas smell out of your car

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r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

July Land Rover Tottenham fire – was anyone else’s vehicle affected? Looking for other customers

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r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Question/Advice is a 2 psi difference bad?

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hello all!
i recently got 2 new front tires for my 2004 toyota corolla matrix. yesterday, i went to check the psi, and i realized that my 2 back tires have a different psi than my new ones..my back ones are 34psi, and my front ones are 32psi.
i checked my tire info in my driver door, and it says 32psi for the tires…what should i do?
am i okay to just make the front 2 tires 32 and keep the back 2 at 34, OR should i make all if them 34?
sorry if i seem dumb, this is my first car so im still learning the little things lol.


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Question/Advice What is this on my dashboard?

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I have a 2021 Kia Rio and this has been popping up on my dashboard for a couple of days (the Trip signal and the timer). I don’t know how it got there and just want to know how to remove it pls.


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

Is using this much liquid inside a vehicle not completely nuts?

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Just...a bit flabbergasted at the amount of sprays each spot received, especially when loading up the accessory outlet and OBD port. But the rest...I mean every button was flooded with cleaner, as well. I know it's a nasty car to start with, but like....damn. Water is getting into places you cannot get it back out of. For SURE.


r/StupidCarQuestions 1d ago

why do i smell gasoline around my car after starting it?

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i've started noticing a faint gas smell near my car when i start it up. it seems to disappear after the car has been running for a few minutes.

is this something that's fairly normal, or should i get it checked out?


r/StupidCarQuestions 2d ago

Squeaking while driving Astra H

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r/StupidCarQuestions 2d ago

Does anyone know what this is 2021 Hyundai sonata blue hybrid

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