# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1003 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1004 --- ## [DipStick Left Out- HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dipstick-left-out-help/98573)
**Author:** [@mmstephenson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmstephenson)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dipstick-left-out-help/98573 "2017-01-16T04:56:59Z")
Hi all, I went in for my 60,000 mile tune up to the same dealership we've always gone to. We have gotten all the recommended repairs and stayed on top of maintenance like nobody's business and we've stayed at the dealers… --- ## [Central locking problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/central-locking-problem/98570)
**Author:** [@goldnun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goldnun)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/central-locking-problem/98570 "2017-01-16T04:32:46Z")
Hi my Central locking will lock the car but wont unlock it. (I have to use key to open it) the boot opens with fob also car alarm is fine. so the fob works and that. its just the unlock that wont work i can use the key s… --- ## [How to stop frost on windshield on the inside of the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-stop-frost-on-windshield-on-the-inside-of-the-car/68932)
**Author:** [@integral01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/integral01)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-stop-frost-on-windshield-on-the-inside-of-the-car/68932 "2017-01-16T01:26:14Z")
I have a 2008 Mazda 3 with 63,000 km / 39 146 miles. I bought it last year used with 50,000 km / 31 068 miles. It is my first car and I have no car servicing experience. I park my car on the street. Last winter I not… --- ## [2016 Honda Civic has loose steering and makes knocking noises when hitting bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-has-loose-steering-and-makes-knocking-noises-when-hitting-bumps/98542)
**Author:** [@dezso1991](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dezso1991)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2017, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-has-loose-steering-and-makes-knocking-noises-when-hitting-bumps/98542 "2017-01-16T00:19:59Z")
I recently leased a 2016 Honda Civic LX sedan, and I read at least a couple of reviews of it on MotorTrend, Car and Driver, etc., and these automotive magazines describe it has having a "sporty" steering feel. Unfortunat… --- ## [Labor for transmission replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/labor-for-transmission-replacement/98509)
**Author:** [@jazzy1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jazzy1)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/labor-for-transmission-replacement/98509 "2017-01-15T23:59:44Z")
Anyone know if $600 for labor for a transmission replacement in a 1995 buick skylark is a fair price or cheap? --- ## [Brake lights not working on Toyota Sienna 2005 XLE after emissions testing connected to the dataport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-not-working-on-toyota-sienna-2005-xle-after-emissions-testing-connected-to-the-dataport/76807)
**Author:** [@JoelW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoelW)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-not-working-on-toyota-sienna-2005-xle-after-emissions-testing-connected-to-the-dataport/76807 "2017-01-15T22:23:32Z")
So I've got the exact same issue as the person who posted this: http://www.justanswer.com/toyota/758d9-toyota-sienna-xle-limited-2005-sienna-brake-light-issue.html Went to the Toyota dealership this afternoon and it l… --- ## [Jumpstart affect computer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstart-affect-computer/98452)
**Author:** [@alexito2879](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alexito2879)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstart-affect-computer/98452 "2017-01-15T17:54:50Z")
I have a 2013 Nissan Rogue and today I went to go pick a friend up, and a guy told me to help him jumpstart his car so I did. He plugged in the cables correctly and he turned his car on and that was it. I got home told m… --- ## [Door Ajar Agony](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ajar-agony/98528)
**Author:** [@Ghostwriter66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ghostwriter66)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ajar-agony/98528 "2017-01-15T17:18:23Z")
Hey Car Talk community, I have a dilemma for you all. My 05 Impala door ajar light comes on at random times when you open and close the door, then stays on. Plus, that incessant beeping tone. So, I decided to take it to … --- ## [HID ballast reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-ballast-reliability/98504)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 4:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-ballast-reliability/98504 "2017-01-15T16:40:47Z")
Has anyone tried the kenson, morimoto, DDM Tuning or PolarLander HID headlight kits? I have heard people complaining about the ballasts dying or the lights flickering and want to know how reliable they are. --- ## [Replacing headlights with brighter non-LED ones?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-headlights-with-brighter-non-led-ones/98358)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-headlights-with-brighter-non-led-ones/98358 "2017-01-15T15:38:32Z")
Where I live we have no streetlights and the cops will ticket you for using your brights, but I see alot of cars that pass me using lights that are brighter than standard. Rather than going to all the time and expense of… --- ## [2005 Chevy Colorado Z71](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-colorado-z71/98548)
**Author:** [@vaoalii.rachel621](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vaoalii.rachel621)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-colorado-z71/98548 "2017-01-15T05:18:20Z")
I accidentally shut off my truck while it was still in Reverse. It was a very long day at work and I just wanted to get in the house and crash. I had a key remote fob and I pressed the lock button and truck lwas locked. … --- ## [New AC compressor won't engage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ac-compressor-wont-engage/94308)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ac-compressor-wont-engage/94308 "2017-01-15T01:01:31Z")
Installed new compressor, condenser, drier... Local shop wanted to charge $140 just to evac. Bought vacuum pump and gauges/hoses. Evaced the system, held -30 for 45 minutes. Started car and proceeded to add freon... Comp… --- ## [No Power At All](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-at-all/98513)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2017, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-at-all/98513 "2017-01-15T00:55:14Z")
Just replaced my alternator 2 weeks ago and know that my battery is on it's last legs. Was -23 this morning and car was near dead. Used a jump starter but to no avail. Bought a battery blanket and plugged it in for last … --- ## [1987 4Runner cold start trouble (starter does not disengage immediately)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-4runner-cold-start-trouble-starter-does-not-disengage-immediately/78220)
**Author:** [@tribalslamdance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tribalslamdance)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-4runner-cold-start-trouble-starter-does-not-disengage-immediately/78220 "2017-01-14T23:47:31Z")
My 1987 Toyota 4Runner 22RE has a weird cold starting issue. When the temperature is in the low 30s F or below I have to use the gas pedal when I first start it (for only a few seconds) in order to make the starter disen… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Azera- Engine Sludge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-azera-engine-sludge/98493)
**Author:** [@djryze1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djryze1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-azera-engine-sludge/98493 "2017-01-14T19:20:48Z")
Long story short. I have a 2013 Hyundai Azera with 49k miles. I brought the car to the dealer for a few reasons. 1.) The check engine light came on even though the car was running perfectly (Never has a check engine ligh… --- ## [Cold weather + hot engine starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-weather-hot-engine-starting-problems/98294)
**Author:** [@delliveneri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/delliveneri)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-weather-hot-engine-starting-problems/98294 "2017-01-14T14:48:33Z")
2006 Ford Ranger FX4 - 124k. I've been having problems starting my truck after I drive it — get it to the normal operating temperature — turn it off and try and start it 15 min. to 2 hrs. later. This only really happens … --- ## [Car works in reverse but not in Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-works-in-reverse-but-not-in-drive/98507)
**Author:** [@pheti41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pheti41)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-works-in-reverse-but-not-in-drive/98507 "2017-01-14T03:08:30Z")
Hi, I have a 1999 crown Victoria..it's been sitting for about a year in my driveway..it worked perfectly before not using it bc of tags, now I go to sell it, I find out it will only reverse but won't drive..sometimes whe… --- ## [1998 Nissan Pathfinder sometimes won't start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-nissan-pathfinder-sometimes-wont-start/68262)
**Author:** [@Orlando9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Orlando9)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-nissan-pathfinder-sometimes-wont-start/68262 "2017-01-14T01:00:32Z")
Hello, I have a Nissan Pathfinder. About 4 months ago, the car just would not start. When the key was turned, nothing would happen except the power coming on. I shook the car a few times and eventually the car started. I… --- ## [2005 pt cruiser limited starting/battery issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pt-cruiser-limited-starting-battery-issues/98479)
**Author:** [@tempuskat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tempuskat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pt-cruiser-limited-starting-battery-issues/98479 "2017-01-14T00:51:48Z")
2005 pt cruiser limited when my daughter tries to start her car it seems she constantly has a "dead" battery. As soon as the starter engages her voltage for the batttery goes from 14 to 7.volt Is this a starter issue o… --- ## [2004 Oldmobile Alero](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-oldmobile-alero/98467)
**Author:** [@hrandall92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hrandall92)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-oldmobile-alero/98467 "2017-01-14T00:39:28Z")
My alero had the driver side window components replaced and now my flashlights don't work . Now mind you, they were working before all this happened and my taillights DO work. What's wrong? --- ## [Loud Bang after replaced starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-bang-after-replaced-starter/98441)
**Author:** [@svecheren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/svecheren)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-bang-after-replaced-starter/98441 "2017-01-14T00:19:01Z")
Hear a loud bang after replacing starter,actually I didn't replace its a friend mechanic did..but for some reason he cant figure out why there is a bang,im thinking the starter was not installed properly an it jamming wi… --- ## [Best item to clean front windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-item-to-clean-front-windshield/98497)
**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2017, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-item-to-clean-front-windshield/98497 "2017-01-14T00:15:09Z")
I was wondering to help battle winter frost and steamed front windshield, what are some good things to use to clean your front winshield on the inside to avoid them frosting/fogging up during the cold winters. --- ## [Pontiac Compatibility](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-compatibility/98375)
**Author:** [@peteyspistol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peteyspistol)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-compatibility/98375 "2017-01-13T21:13:08Z")
I wrecked my 2005 Pontiac Aztec at 70MPH on highway after hitting some black ice and don't have full coverage. Will need to do repairs myself. I damaged the front bumper, passenger side panel and destroyed both head li… --- ## [Head Gasket Replacement 3.7 V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-3-7-v6/98469)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-3-7-v6/98469 "2017-01-13T21:05:47Z")
I am preparing to replace head gaskets on a V6 with a cast iron block & aluminum heads . I will do the necessary checking of the heads & block . Anyone have a problem with Felpro MLS head gaskets ? --- ## [Road trip and car preparations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-trip-and-car-preparations/98444)
**Author:** [@roberto.mora99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roberto.mora99)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-trip-and-car-preparations/98444 "2017-01-13T16:52:06Z")
So I'm planning on doing a road trip during the summer. Currently it's set at Austin, Texas to Denver, Colorado to Seattle, Washington to Atlanta, Georgia and then back (around 6.5k miles in total). I plan on driving my … --- ## [Antifreeze to hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antifreeze-to-hot/98461)
**Author:** [@logan.roberge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/logan.roberge)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antifreeze-to-hot/98461 "2017-01-13T04:18:57Z")
I have a 2003 Chevy trailblazer Lt with 160,000 miles on it. I'm having a problem with the anitfreeze. When I drive more than 20 miles I have to turn my car off because my check gauges light comes on. I pop my hood open … --- ## [Rpms skyrocket & car slows down while in drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-skyrocket-car-slows-down-while-in-drive/98425)
**Author:** [@theoddzarestronginthis1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theoddzarestronginthis1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-skyrocket-car-slows-down-while-in-drive/98425 "2017-01-12T19:48:39Z")
Its a 96 Subaru Legacy. Had it for over a year but is not driven often. Soon after it started being driven regularly the rpms would randomly skyrocket, nearly to engine blowing level & would slow down like it was in neut… --- ## [Heater blows cold on passenger side AND p0171 bank 1 code. Related?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-blows-cold-on-passenger-side-and-p0171-bank-1-code-related/98083)
**Author:** [@1998lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1998lesabre)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-blows-cold-on-passenger-side-and-p0171-bank-1-code-related/98083 "2017-01-12T03:21:53Z")
I have two issues on my 1998 Buick LeSabre Limited. 1) Heater blows nice and hot on driver's side and small backseat vents (on back of armrest) BUT blows nothing but COLD air on passenger side. This is true upper, midd… --- ## [VW CC Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-cc-transmission/97240)
**Author:** [@jvermer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jvermer)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-cc-transmission/97240 "2017-01-12T02:57:11Z")
Two years ago I bought a 2012 VW CC S with a turbo engine. i drive maybe 100 miles a week. All of a sudden the transmission went out and the extended warranty just expired. I don't have thousands of dollars to repair … --- ## [Engine Whine 1987 Mazda 323](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-whine-1987-mazda-323/98389)
**Author:** [@cub412](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cub412)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-whine-1987-mazda-323/98389 "2017-01-12T02:51:39Z")
Hey there car people! I have a problem I hope you can help me diagnose. Car is 1987 Mazda 323 hatchback with 1988 engine and transmission (5 speed manual), tons of miles on it, but a lot of repairs and replacements ove… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1002) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1004)