# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1002 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1003 --- ## [Percent Oil Life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/percent-oil-life/29889)
**Author:** [@LadyDi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LadyDi)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/percent-oil-life/29889 "2017-01-21T14:49:16Z")
How reliable is the oil life percent indicator in my Chevy HHR? When I use this as a guide for changing my oil it is a lot more time and miles between oil changes than when I rely on the sticker the oil change folks put… --- ## [Snapped Engine Mount 2009 Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snapped-engine-mount-2009-ford-focus/98231)
**Author:** [@jamierdoyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamierdoyle)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snapped-engine-mount-2009-ford-focus/98231 "2017-01-21T06:20:09Z")
The engine mount snapped on my 2009 Ford Focus back on 12/17. The dealership looked at it and said the timing belt cover caused everything to go: engine mount, drive shaft and axle (passenger side). The manager even said… --- ## [New car (3 months) making screeching / metal grinding sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-3-months-making-screeching-metal-grinding-sound/98744)
**Author:** [@facesit44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/facesit44)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-3-months-making-screeching-metal-grinding-sound/98744 "2017-01-21T05:28:41Z")
The car is a 2016 Subaru Crosstreck; it is only 3 months old and has less than 2000 miles on it. When I drive the car it makes a screeching / metal grinding sound, almost like I’m dragging a piece of metal under the car;… --- ## [Changing automatic transmisson fluid in 2012 Nissan Frontier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-automatic-transmisson-fluid-in-2012-nissan-frontier/98807)
**Author:** [@rsilvers44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rsilvers44)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-automatic-transmisson-fluid-in-2012-nissan-frontier/98807 "2017-01-21T01:33:53Z")
I have a 2012 Nissan Frontier with approx. 35000 miles on it. The dealership recommended that I have my transmission flushed & fluid changed the last time I was there. I was thinking that this didn't need to be done unt… --- ## [93 4runner running cold and idling high](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-4runner-running-cold-and-idling-high/98819)
**Author:** [@hiram.yates](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hiram.yates)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-4runner-running-cold-and-idling-high/98819 "2017-01-21T00:23:03Z")
Hey everyone! I have a 94 4runner 5 speed that was running great one day then the next morning I'm driving down the highway and I notice the engine temperature gauge barely moved. When I got off the highway and came to a… --- ## [Rav4 window issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-window-issue/97774)
**Author:** [@bzb882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzb882)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-window-issue/97774 "2017-01-21T00:12:43Z")
The driver's side window on my '97 Rav4 has been struggling to close lately. No problems with the other windows. It seems to work fine in wet weather. This afternoon it went part way up and stopped. I was able to get… --- ## [Mounting/dismounting tires yourself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mounting-dismounting-tires-yourself/92514)
**Author:** [@velocityboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/velocityboy)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2017, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mounting-dismounting-tires-yourself/92514 "2017-01-20T23:35:34Z")
So my ol '78 F250 has the original 16.5" wheels. I may eventually switch to 16 or 17" wheels, but the tires still have lots of life in them, so I'm trying to work with what I have for another two or three years. I'm w… --- ## [Is this a clicking cv joint?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-clicking-cv-joint/96803)
**Author:** [@kolby12309](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kolby12309)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2017, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-clicking-cv-joint/96803 "2017-01-20T23:27:49Z")
I drive a 2006 honda accord with 103k miles. In the past two years there has been a clicking noise that would only happen when accelerating while turning and below 50 degrees, but it has gotten worse recently and now cli… --- ## [Envoy with strange Behavior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/envoy-with-strange-behavior/98789)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2017, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/envoy-with-strange-behavior/98789 "2017-01-20T14:38:46Z")
I have an older neighbor with a 2002 Envoy. When she starts the car up and when she turns it off the mirrors move, and when she turns it off The Horn beeps twice --- ## [Are TPMS sensors the new timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-tpms-sensors-the-new-timing-belt/98660)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-tpms-sensors-the-new-timing-belt/98660 "2017-01-19T21:24:17Z")
A few years ago we used to see threads about "Do I really need a new timing belt," as owners discovered this unexpected high-cost maintenance need. Now, I see several threads (including mine) with similar reactions to … --- ## [Jiffy Lube Caught on Tape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jiffy-lube-caught-on-tape/98458)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jiffy-lube-caught-on-tape/98458 "2017-01-19T15:08:05Z")
I know this isn't new, but I thought I'd share it as a public service. The investigative reporter got ripped off by five out of nine Jilly Lube locations who charged him for work they never performed. --- ## [Odd Brand Tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-brand-tire/98736)
**Author:** [@seebear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seebear)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-brand-tire/98736 "2017-01-19T04:39:38Z")
I hit a curb today, which busted one of my front tires. All 4 tires were Goodyear Vivas. The tire shop did not carry Goodyear Viva tires, so they installed a Cooper Starfire. The new tire is the same size as the other 3,… --- ## [Battery float charger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-float-charger/98703)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-float-charger/98703 "2017-01-19T02:56:23Z")
Anyone here ever used a battery float charger before? I picked one up from HF. I have a car that I let sit with a new battery I just put in, I'm not sure if I should use it or not for this car. Can it cause any damage to… --- ## [Does synthetic oil remove the bad abrasive particles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-synthetic-oil-remove-the-bad-abrasive-particles/98496)
**Author:** [@dalansan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dalansan)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-synthetic-oil-remove-the-bad-abrasive-particles/98496 "2017-01-19T02:38:42Z")
I just bought a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta with 67,000 miles. It had synthetic oil in it and I was told I did not need to change my oil as often as I had been with my corolla. Why is that? I thought one of the main reasons fo… --- ## [2005 Corolla RPMs dropping suddenly while driving - Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-corolla-rpms-dropping-suddenly-while-driving-help/98688)
**Author:** [@awaznis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/awaznis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2017, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-corolla-rpms-dropping-suddenly-while-driving-help/98688 "2017-01-19T00:33:24Z")
I have a 2005 Corolla (4-1794; 1.8L engine) that is well and truly freaking me out. In September (about 4 months ago) I was making a left turn off of a stop sign when the RPMs completely cut off and the power steering qu… --- ## [How well does Sea Foam work mixed with the oil in the engine ? I have noisy valves or lifters in my 2000 Avalon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-well-does-sea-foam-work-mixed-with-the-oil-in-the-engine-i-have-noisy-valves-or-lifters-in-my-2000-avalon/98695)
**Author:** [@astro\_pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/astro_pilot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-well-does-sea-foam-work-mixed-with-the-oil-in-the-engine-i-have-noisy-valves-or-lifters-in-my-2000-avalon/98695 "2017-01-18T21:18:45Z")
Wondering about oil additives....Sea Foam, in particular, for noisy valves ! --- ## [1983 280ZX Turbo ; floating on highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-280zx-turbo-floating-on-highway/95893)
**Author:** [@daveanbeth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daveanbeth)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-280zx-turbo-floating-on-highway/95893 "2017-01-18T20:55:29Z")
280ZX Turbo (1983) floating on the highway; we've had it in the shop for 3 months and have completely rebuilt the front end. All new parts, tires, everything.....still floating.. HELP --- ## [Malibu 2011 Car won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/malibu-2011-car-wont-start/98720)
**Author:** [@peteyspistol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peteyspistol)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/malibu-2011-car-wont-start/98720 "2017-01-18T17:53:08Z")
My after market cd player stopped working. I went to install my original cd player. As I was taking off the panel the gear shifter started to blink. After I installed the radio I now won't get any power to the car. … --- ## [Steering wheel shakes when braking at higher speed - again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-shakes-when-braking-at-higher-speed-again/97908)
**Author:** [@mercury07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mercury07)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 11:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-shakes-when-braking-at-higher-speed-again/97908 "2017-01-18T11:49:10Z")
the front brake pads and front brake rotors were replaced 2 months ago and for a while all worked fine- the car showed the same symptons before the repair: shaking of the steering wheel- now the shaking started again- … --- ## [After the crash battery issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-the-crash-battery-issues/98626)
**Author:** [@jlowell2014](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jlowell2014)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-the-crash-battery-issues/98626 "2017-01-18T06:21:34Z")
Hey everyone this is my first post on this forum and Im looking for some good help. So I was in an accident about a month ago, t-bones a car (her fault), damage to my F250 powerstroke was to the driver front. Long stor… --- ## [Chevy pickup transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-pickup-transmission/78203)
**Author:** [@tjsez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjsez)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-pickup-transmission/78203 "2017-01-18T02:44:58Z")
i can smell transmission oil burning through my engine. Can you tell me if it is because my modulator is faulty, or do I even have one? Do I have a solenoid instead? How do I get to the part, whichever one it may be? --- ## [Blower motor problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-motor-problem/98514)
**Author:** [@tardrex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tardrex)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-motor-problem/98514 "2017-01-18T02:06:38Z")
1998 Blazer The blower motor stopped working I checked all the fuses, all are ok. ,I turned the blower on high (number 4 setting) I checked for voltage at the blower motor wire harness connector and there was nothing. … --- ## [2010 Dodge Journey feels like it's slipping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-journey-feels-like-its-slipping/88098)
**Author:** [@Bearded1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bearded1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2017, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-journey-feels-like-its-slipping/88098 "2017-01-18T01:04:19Z")
The transmission feels like it's "slipping" on our 2010 Journey. It doesn't seem to follow any particular driving situations, or conditions (like when it's cold or hot or up-hill or straight running); it just happens occ… --- ## [Replace a catalytic converter? To pass an emissions inspection?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-a-catalytic-converter-to-pass-an-emissions-inspection/77851)
**Author:** [@All4Hybrids](https://community.cartalk.com/u/All4Hybrids)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2017, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-a-catalytic-converter-to-pass-an-emissions-inspection/77851 "2017-01-17T19:32:42Z")
I ask is it really necessary to replace a catalytic converter (at ~ $1200 and up) after the check engine came on, and one of two mechanics said a bypass valve was plugging up, and the solution is to replace the "secon… --- ## [Buick Century Transmission Shifts Hard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-transmission-shifts-hard/28487)
**Author:** [@scaulley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scaulley)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2017, 5:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-transmission-shifts-hard/28487 "2017-01-17T05:54:14Z")
Just purchased a 2000 Buick Century and am enjoying it, except the transmission shifts hard between gears a lot of the time. Doesn't seem to be a pattern, but hard to tell. It shifts smoothly for a while, then doesn't.… --- ## [More Civic '08 TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-civic-08-tpms/98613)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2017, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-civic-08-tpms/98613 "2017-01-17T00:05:31Z")
On this thread you advised that tire sensor(s) should be replaced: Daughter took the car to her regular chain tire store for oil change and for advice on the sensor(s). (They treat her right, and have been reliable. … --- ## [Rav 4 tube?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav-4-tube/98589)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav-4-tube/98589 "2017-01-16T23:45:45Z")
What is this tube for? 2012 rav 4. Thought maybe it was for emergency brake cable but not sure. --- ## [Toyota Camry trunk release adjustment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-trunk-release-adjustment/98615)
**Author:** [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-trunk-release-adjustment/98615 "2017-01-16T23:05:19Z")
My 2001 Camry has a trunk release lever on the floor between the driver seat and door. Old school, I know. Anyway, over the decades the cable seems to have stretched. I cannot for the life of me find where exactly to a… --- ## [Lights on alarm not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lights-on-alarm-not-working/98588)
**Author:** [@mstrlucky74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrlucky74)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lights-on-alarm-not-working/98588 "2017-01-16T21:20:27Z")
Have 2014 Nissan Sentra. After I shut the car off if I opened the door and the headlights were on an alarm sound/ like a long beep. It doesn't do it anymore. Anyone have any ideas why it stopped working? Thanks --- ## [Low beam headlights aren't working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-headlights-arent-working/98577)
**Author:** [@michgillette](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michgillette)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-headlights-arent-working/98577 "2017-01-16T20:48:17Z")
My 2005 POS i mean Pacifica lower beam headlights are not working all of a sudden. What could have caused this issue to suddenly happen? Back in July I replaced the main power control modular computer. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1001) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1003)