# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=10 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 11 --- ## [2014 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Won't start sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-hybrid-wont-start-sometimes/185187)
**Author:** [@Michael06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael06)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2025, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-hybrid-wont-start-sometimes/185187 "2025-08-11T15:33:50Z")
Camry Hybrid sometimes will not start. press the brake pedal and it never gets to the ready green light. have changed the brake switch and auxiliary battery and new batteries in the fob. everything works electrically. … --- ## [Charging/Battery Issue, not sure what to do next. Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-battery-issue-not-sure-what-to-do-next-help/201387)
**Author:** [@ryan\_193903](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryan_193903)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2025, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-battery-issue-not-sure-what-to-do-next-help/201387 "2025-08-11T02:31:48Z")
Ok, so here is the problem about 6 months ago, my alternator died just after buying a new battery which, I didn’t notice until the battery had been discharged to 0. I replaced the alternator, charged, the battery and ev… --- ## [Rapid turn signal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rapid-turn-signal/201403)
**Author:** [@Midwestman214\_193832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Midwestman214_193832)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rapid-turn-signal/201403 "2025-08-10T22:40:09Z")
My 2008 Nissan Altima had a rapidly flashing right front turn signal. I assumed it was a bulb, but bulb was fine (i went ahead and put a new one in anyway). still flashing rapidly. i’m reading it could be a relay. Under … --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback nav system fails in heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-nav-system-fails-in-heat/201399)
**Author:** [@tomon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-nav-system-fails-in-heat/201399 "2025-08-10T20:23:37Z")
Our navigation system is failing when the temperature is very high. --- ## [2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid battery trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-fusion-hybrid-battery-trouble/201385)
**Author:** [@Csmith1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Csmith1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-fusion-hybrid-battery-trouble/201385 "2025-08-10T19:45:14Z")
Battery went dead from sitting a couple days put new battery in but will not start green light on push button switch keeps flashing --- ## [Occasionally cranks but won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/occasionally-cranks-but-won-t-start/201381)
**Author:** [@eflynt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eflynt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2025, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/occasionally-cranks-but-won-t-start/201381 "2025-08-09T15:30:35Z")
Very weird, intermittent issue. Twice now, 4 months apart, after driving a short distance then leaving the car for a few hours, it refuses to start. Pressing ignition leads to long crank and either no start, or a weak, s… --- ## [Ripoff for Brake Parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripoff-for-brake-parts/201351)
**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2025, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripoff-for-brake-parts/201351 "2025-08-08T18:09:59Z")
Hi out of curiosity I was wondering how much the local shop marked up the price of brake components. My family lives in a wealthy area in the San Francisco California area so prepare for a possible shock! My dad would ne… --- ## [Crv head update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crv-head-update/200984)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2025, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crv-head-update/200984 "2025-08-08T03:49:01Z")
5 weeks in on the bad gead gasket and the dealer got the head back from the machine shop yesterday. They tried to put it on this morning and couldnt get it to torque down right. Turns out the shop took too much off the h… --- ## [Help Locating Shifter Assembly for 2002 Toyota Celica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-locating-shifter-assembly-for-2002-toyota-celica/201333)
**Author:** [@True\_Cruz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/True_Cruz)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-locating-shifter-assembly-for-2002-toyota-celica/201333 "2025-08-07T22:43:48Z")
I recently purchased my first car a 2002 Toyota Celica from a private seller and took it in for inspection. Unfortunately, it failed due to a damaged shifter assembly, which needs to be replaced before the vehicle can pa… --- ## [Wrong wiper blade leads to BCM replacement - should I trust these guys?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-wiper-blade-leads-to-bcm-replacement-should-i-trust-these-guys/201276)
**Author:** [@tanya.timberlake\_194278](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tanya.timberlake_194278)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-wiper-blade-leads-to-bcm-replacement-should-i-trust-these-guys/201276 "2025-08-07T16:04:31Z")
Hi all! New to me 2017 Nissan Leaf with only 26k miles. I take it to dealership to ask a few “new to Leaf” questions and have the brake fluid and rear windshield wiper blade replaced. Some time later - run the rear wi… --- ## [Reduced performance after emissions test. 1988 Chevrolet Nova](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reduced-performance-after-emissions-test-1988-chevrolet-nova/200695)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reduced-performance-after-emissions-test-1988-chevrolet-nova/200695 "2025-08-07T15:39:16Z")
My car has been behaving oddly since an emissions test. Any ideas what caused worse performance than normal, and a one-off failure of the car to start? The car is a 1988 Chevrolet Nova with engine 4A-LC, 1.6L, carbureted… --- ## [Overheating Radiator fan works irregularly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-radiator-fan-works-irregularly/201270)
**Author:** [@ebaywithnoe\_194276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ebaywithnoe_194276)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2025, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-radiator-fan-works-irregularly/201270 "2025-08-07T03:40:39Z")
I have a 2019 Ford Escape. I bought it as a rebuilt. Normally the radiator fan runs about 10 seconds when the car turns on. Then it appears to never come back on again. I have replace relays, ambient temperature sens… --- ## [Transfer case noise? But not from chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-case-noise-but-not-from-chain/201231)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-case-noise-but-not-from-chain/201231 "2025-08-05T21:15:21Z")
Chasing clunk sound on my 08 equinox AWD. I think t-case. Nvg 900 --- ## [Neon ignition switch won’t turn to lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neon-ignition-switch-won-t-turn-to-lock/201184)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2025, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neon-ignition-switch-won-t-turn-to-lock/201184 "2025-08-06T15:41:23Z")
Car starts runs fine. Everything works. Key just won’t turn to lock. Key can’t be pulled out. Steering does not lock. Have to unplug battery if sitting for a king time. I assume it’s a bad switch. --- ## [Car battery tests fine, but needs jumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-tests-fine-but-needs-jumped/201318)
**Author:** [@trevorcc2000\_194301](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trevorcc2000_194301)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-tests-fine-but-needs-jumped/201318 "2025-08-06T14:46:17Z")
I’ve ran into a bit of an odd issue with my start system for my Kia. I installed a cruise control kit from Kia which is really just a plug n play. I disconnected the battery and installed the cruise control without issue… --- ## [2004 Acura MDX headlights and taillights won't turn on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-mdx-headlights-and-taillights-wont-turn-on/201308)
**Author:** [@grandfireboi88\_194292](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grandfireboi88_194292)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-mdx-headlights-and-taillights-wont-turn-on/201308 "2025-08-05T19:22:21Z")
Both my 2004 Acura MDX headlights and taillights won’t turn on when I press start the car and turn on all the lights, everything works except the low beams and taillights, but they were working fine up until a couple of … --- ## [2005 Ford Five Hundred crank, no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-crank-no-start/201286)
**Author:** [@ulysses38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ulysses38)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-crank-no-start/201286 "2025-08-05T13:08:47Z")
Change engine ,upper,lower gasket alternator broke booster ,now just a crank and no start any suggestions --- ## [Ray sez gasoline good for a year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ray-sez-gasoline-good-for-a-year/201262)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 11:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ray-sez-gasoline-good-for-a-year/201262 "2025-08-05T11:02:51Z")
In the column published in last Sunday’s paper Ray said year-old gasoline is still good. --- ## [Armrest plastic removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/armrest-plastic-removal/201261)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/armrest-plastic-removal/201261 "2025-08-04T21:07:23Z")
I have a 2008 Silverado with a torn armrest cover. It is the center console armrest without the lid, it has the cupholder and storage bin all in one plastic piece. My kids bought me a replacement cover off of one of th… --- ## [1994 ford ranger 5 speed manual v6 3.0 gearbox plug washer size?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-ranger-5-speed-manual-v6-3-0-gearbox-plug-washer-size/201260)
**Author:** [@Personalmine33\_183556](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personalmine33_183556)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-ranger-5-speed-manual-v6-3-0-gearbox-plug-washer-size/201260 "2025-08-04T02:43:52Z")
i have a old ford that the transmission leaked since i bought it and i just went on a 200 mile drive and when i stopped it was dripping fluid like crazy. well i checked at home and it wasn’t perfectly level but close eno… --- ## [Brakes: strut replacement leads to soft pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-strut-replacement-leads-to-soft-pedal/201244)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-strut-replacement-leads-to-soft-pedal/201244 "2025-08-04T01:22:59Z")
I had front and rear struts and upper mounts replaced on my 1988 Chevrolet Nova. The mechanic said I should have work done on my brakes: replace the front rotors and pads and the leaking rear cylinders. When I picked up… --- ## [98 Civic LX Troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-civic-lx-troubles/201259)
**Author:** [@apbow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/apbow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-civic-lx-troubles/201259 "2025-08-04T00:32:32Z")
Recently I did my own replacement of the head gasket on my civic and after the repair It had started properly and was able to be driven, but I had misplaced a VC Bolt and wanted to get it shipped before driving it out. 9… --- ## [Is my auto dealer trying to upsell me on things I do not need?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-auto-dealer-trying-to-upsell-me-on-things-i-do-not-need/201150)
**Author:** [@netmouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/netmouse)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-auto-dealer-trying-to-upsell-me-on-things-i-do-not-need/201150 "2025-08-03T17:41:55Z")
I have driven 70,000 miles in my 2015 Toyota Corolla, automatic. I don’t drive much in recent years. My dealership recommended a coolant flush, brake system flush and fuel system clean. They are a little pricy. Otherwi… --- ## [Sputtering in drive: 2001 Ford Ranger V6 3.0 Automatic Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-in-drive-2001-ford-ranger-v6-3-0-automatic-transmission/201239)
**Author:** [@TannerR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TannerR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-in-drive-2001-ford-ranger-v6-3-0-automatic-transmission/201239 "2025-08-03T13:06:34Z")
I recently acquired a 2001 Ford Ranger and put a 3.0 V6 Engine (not transmission) from a 2006 Ranger in it. Once everything was plugged up, i replaced the air filter, fuel pump, coil pack, plugs, plug wires, battery, fue… --- ## [Dent/paint/scratch removal by self, possible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dent-paint-scratch-removal-by-self-possible/201196)
**Author:** [@abhisheks77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abhisheks77)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dent-paint-scratch-removal-by-self-possible/201196 "2025-08-03T00:48:46Z")
Hi, I have Acura RDX 2015 model. Since sometime, there are scratches at two places. Earlier this year I took it to a body shop, who gave me quote of $1800, so I never thought of fixing it. Other day I was reading about… --- ## [Misfiring again, could it be spark plugs again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-again-could-it-be-spark-plugs-again/201230)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2025, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-again-could-it-be-spark-plugs-again/201230 "2025-08-03T00:39:04Z")
I have a turbo charged 2008 R18 civic. I was misfiring 20,000 miles ago. Cleaned the fuel injectors, put new K&N cold air intake filter on, did spark plugs and coils. Ran great. Fast forward 8 months later, having the s… --- ## [I don't rotate my tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-dont-rotate-my-tires/201130)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2025, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-dont-rotate-my-tires/201130 "2025-08-02T17:38:20Z")
I am challenging the big SHOULD that we all hear regarding tire rotation. I don’t understand fully why there is a need to rotate my tires. If my car is out of alignment, I will learn that sooner if I don’t rotate. If … --- ## [Which maintenance items really need to happen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-maintenance-items-really-need-to-happen/201212)
**Author:** [@carbuyers123\_194244](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carbuyers123_194244)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-maintenance-items-really-need-to-happen/201212 "2025-08-01T22:21:11Z")
Looking for some help from people who know a little bit more about cars than I do! So, I took my Toyota Rav4 hybrid (2021) in for a check up before an upcoming trip. I got a huge list of things that “should be” done. … --- ## [AC Blows Stronger when Turning Right?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-stronger-when-turning-right/184754)
**Author:** [@Jeremy-Wilcox-Wilcox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeremy-Wilcox-Wilcox)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2025, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-stronger-when-turning-right/184754 "2025-07-31T13:38:26Z")
Hello! I just had my 2020 Nissan Rogue in for an oil change and such about 3 weeks ago and got a clean bill of health. Since then I have since noticed that any time the wheel turns to the right (not even a full right t… --- ## [2015 Scion xB - How to deal with blind spots?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-scion-xb-how-to-deal-with-blind-spots/201186)
**Author:** [@4625LA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/4625LA)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2025, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-scion-xb-how-to-deal-with-blind-spots/201186 "2025-07-31T00:07:20Z")
The rear blind spots in 2015 Scion xB are big. How do you resolve that? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=9) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=11)