# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1005 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1006 --- ## [RPM reving up/down while slowing down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-reving-up-down-while-slowing-down/68570)
**Author:** [@vetabeles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vetabeles)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-reving-up-down-while-slowing-down/68570 "2017-01-07T06:09:26Z")
I have a 2006 Scion Tc, its a manual and 2.4L engine. It has about 75,000 miles on it and everything in it is stock. I have recently changed my ac compressor due to the old one went out. It was properly drained and recha… --- ## [Low mileage maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-maintenance/98180)
**Author:** [@connman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/connman)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-maintenance/98180 "2017-01-07T04:00:51Z")
HI. First post here. My brother is retired, doesn't drive much. Just 20,000 miles on a 2005 Honda Civic. The folks at the local dealership gave me a list of the things Honda recommends at 7 years or 100,000 miles. Timing… --- ## [2009 Saturn Outlook RECALLS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-saturn-outlook-recalls/97719)
**Author:** [@Kim\_Schiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kim_Schiller)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-saturn-outlook-recalls/97719 "2017-01-07T02:51:21Z")
We have a 2009 Saturn Outlook with an HFV6 engine, which currently has 180K miles on it. Recently the car suddenly failed, showing the following messages: “Service Stabilitrak” “Service Traction Control” “Service Brake S… --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry - Idle problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-idle-problem/3053)
**Author:** [@CarolNJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolNJ)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 1:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-idle-problem/3053 "2017-01-07T01:52:21Z")
Hi! I have a 2000 Toyota Camry. I bought it used about 3 years ago with 54000 miles. It now has almost 90000. Lately and intermittently, when I start the car it's idle is erratic. It goes up and down. The car has n… --- ## [P0300 on a 2001 Cavalier 2.2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0300-on-a-2001-cavalier-2-2/97451)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0300-on-a-2001-cavalier-2-2/97451 "2017-01-07T01:44:14Z")
I'm not having much luck with this so figured I might as well ask here. I am on the trip from hell over these 2 months. When I left the car was fine except for a clutch pedal catch-point problem. About half-way through … --- ## [Ignition Coil Diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil-diagnosis/98142)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2017, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil-diagnosis/98142 "2017-01-07T00:19:26Z")
My 1976 Lincoln Mark IV died while running recently. I replaced the fuel pump a little while back and it ran great after replacing that, but now it won't turn over again. My neighbor who is a retired mechanic suggested I… --- ## [1997 318 4x4 oil pressure dropping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-318-4x4-oil-pressure-dropping/98140)
**Author:** [@vash6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vash6)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-318-4x4-oil-pressure-dropping/98140 "2017-01-06T22:43:39Z")
I have just recently bought a dodge Dakota with 160k miles on the engine. the first problem that had showed up was the pressure gage would drop completely to 0 when at a stop light. and its not like I didn't have oil in… --- ## [Subaru Impreza 2009 turns over but doesn't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-2009-turns-over-but-doesnt-start/98073)
**Author:** [@jbw49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbw49)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 10:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-2009-turns-over-but-doesnt-start/98073 "2017-01-06T10:01:09Z")
My wife's 2009 Subaru Impreza had been flawless for the last 40,000 miles - now it is difficult to start when the temperature drops and just lately, the engine will turn over but will not start at all. Ou local garage… --- ## [Exhaust leak...possibly intermittent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-leak-possibly-intermittent/76304)
**Author:** [@lesshadow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesshadow)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-leak-possibly-intermittent/76304 "2017-01-06T05:56:49Z")
Is there any condition that would make a Ford Escape have an intermittent exhaust leak that could come into the cab? --- ## [Which fluid to use in automatic transmission fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-fluid-to-use-in-automatic-transmission-fluid/98054)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-fluid-to-use-in-automatic-transmission-fluid/98054 "2017-01-06T01:57:08Z")
My 1976 Lincoln Mark IV has a 3-speed C6 transmission. According to the manual, it should use Type F fluid (which seems relatively hard to find), however the Haynes manual says to use Mercon. From what I've read, Mercon … --- ## [2002 Saturn SL automatic transmission problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-sl-automatic-transmission-problem/61586)
**Author:** [@melly1577](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melly1577)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-sl-automatic-transmission-problem/61586 "2017-01-06T00:59:31Z")
Hi, I'm having problems with my automatic transmission in a 2002 Saturn SL. About 2 months ago I noticed a delay when I would put my saturn in reverse and it would sort of kick into gear after a few seconds (up… --- ## [Taurus manifold bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-manifold-bolts/97915)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2017, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-manifold-bolts/97915 "2017-01-05T19:39:50Z")
Dropping exhaust y-pipe to get oil pan off. How do u reach the 2 firewall manifold bolts without removing intake? Seems like reaching them is very awkward. I removed the wiper cowl to reach heater core hoses but i think … --- ## [2006 Nissan Pathfinder: I'm replacing left/right forward catalytic converters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-pathfinder-im-replacing-left-right-forward-catalytic-converters/84198)
**Author:** [@barkster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barkster)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2017, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-pathfinder-im-replacing-left-right-forward-catalytic-converters/84198 "2017-01-05T15:52:43Z")
Trying to get my facts straight before I remove the old cats and replace them with Walker brand parts. Difficult to access the nuts/bolts and O2 sensors due to confined workspace. It looks like the foward flange is … --- ## [Cost of a distributor repair - is it legit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-a-distributor-repair-is-it-legit/83583)
**Author:** [@Dani\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dani_T)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2017, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-a-distributor-repair-is-it-legit/83583 "2017-01-05T04:42:44Z")
Hey there, So I just had to have my car towed to a shop yesterday when my car wouldn't turn over after parking, shutting my vehicle off, and coming back to restart about ten minutes later. My car was taken to a shop we… --- ## [How to replace intake manifold gaskets on a4.6L DOHC engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-replace-intake-manifold-gaskets-on-a4-6l-dohc-engine/97546)
**Author:** [@George\_Dury](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_Dury)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2017, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-replace-intake-manifold-gaskets-on-a4-6l-dohc-engine/97546 "2017-01-05T03:40:06Z")
How to replace a intake manifold gaskets on a4.6L DOHC engine --- ## [Dealership: Yes or No?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-yes-or-no/97079)
**Author:** [@arvin225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arvin225)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-yes-or-no/97079 "2017-01-04T19:18:10Z")
Hi, I'm planning to take my 2007 Hyundai Tucson into the dealership for the first time to get an oil change. I usually take it to a mechanic friend of mine who works at a Honda dealership but he's unavailable. He usual… --- ## [Comparing new cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-new-cars/97668)
**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-new-cars/97668 "2017-01-04T18:55:41Z")
Writing here due to more posters. Buying a new car. Tested sonata, Altima, mazda 6, camry, optima and accord. Ruled out all but the camry and optima. Going XLE etc to get the safety features. Wife wants optima by a slim… --- ## [Check engine light on until car is warmed up. No code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-until-car-is-warmed-up-no-code/96325)
**Author:** [@Antron5000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Antron5000)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-until-car-is-warmed-up-no-code/96325 "2017-01-04T17:29:31Z")
I have a 96 Honda Civic CX. The check engine light came on the other day while it was raining (dont know if the rain had anything to do with it) and now it comes on every time I start the car until it warms up. Once in a… --- ## [Could head gasket repair cause damage to exhaust pipe?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-head-gasket-repair-cause-damage-to-exhaust-pipe/98026)
**Author:** [@report2andrea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/report2andrea)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-head-gasket-repair-cause-damage-to-exhaust-pipe/98026 "2017-01-04T16:49:22Z")
I own a '05 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport. In February '16 I had the head gaskets replaced by my local Subaru Dealership. When the car was returned to me, it was noticeably louder. When I asked about it, they said somethi… --- ## [This shouldn't look like this right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-shouldnt-look-like-this-right/98040)
**Author:** [@zach29955](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zach29955)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-shouldnt-look-like-this-right/98040 "2017-01-04T14:31:37Z")
I think it’s a minor oil filter housing leak? Not too familiar with bmws --- ## [Automatic Transmission Fluid Check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-fluid-check/97987)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-fluid-check/97987 "2017-01-04T14:22:22Z")
From a cold start , how long or how far should a vehicle be driven before the transmission should be filled to the full hot mark ? --- ## [2016 Buick Enclave transmission feels weird?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-enclave-transmission-feels-weird/97202)
**Author:** [@bag445](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bag445)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-enclave-transmission-feels-weird/97202 "2017-01-04T14:00:11Z")
hello all hope everyone is well and happy holidays. My Grandma just recent purchase A 2016 Buick Enclave and I do not know if the transmission is suppose to do this. This is our family first new car for them in over 20 y… --- ## [Front rotor '92 W150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-rotor-92-w150/98037)
**Author:** [@paulpauliepablo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulpauliepablo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2017, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-rotor-92-w150/98037 "2017-01-03T23:52:58Z")
Help Please:worried: Can’t figure out how to remove the front rotor and hub assembly from my pretty decent W150. Any help would be greatly appreciated --- ## [Charging System Failing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failing/97744)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 11:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failing/97744 "2017-01-04T11:16:55Z")
I am in northern MN. I had to jump start my car the other day as it was slow turning over... (Symptom?) tonight when I went out to start it it was pretty dead. I jumped it and the "Charging System" warning and red batter… --- ## [Don't know what's wrong with my 2001 Chevy malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-whats-wrong-with-my-2001-chevy-malibu/98053)
**Author:** [@Danielr361cctx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danielr361cctx)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-whats-wrong-with-my-2001-chevy-malibu/98053 "2017-01-04T05:45:02Z")
I bought a 2001 Chevy Malibu a few days ago the guy I bought it from said he just replaced the battery and it drove fine for a day or 2 and then I took it on freeway at about 70mph for a few minutes and it started overhe… --- ## [Car won't start (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-video/98050)
**Author:** [@jiakeliu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jiakeliu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-video/98050 "2017-01-04T02:40:15Z")
Hi guys, I've been on holiday vacation for a month and when I came back to my car it won't start. I tried jumper cable on it..the head lights come on and it's making an attempt to start but fails. It's a Mini Cooper S 20… --- ## [E-Brake Handle Sticks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e-brake-handle-sticks/98039)
**Author:** [@calvalor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/calvalor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2017, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/e-brake-handle-sticks/98039 "2017-01-04T01:46:18Z")
Hello everyone, This is a puzzle for me and I haven't had any luck finding a solution on my online searches. It's like nobody every really has this problem. This is for the emergency brake on a 2008 Toyota Yaris. When yo… --- ## [New Struts too low](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-struts-too-low/97905)
**Author:** [@Dave\_Brennan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave_Brennan)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2017, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-struts-too-low/97905 "2017-01-03T23:41:00Z")
Replaced original struts in 2010 Toyota Tundra , one was leaking. Research to order quick struts was lacking on detail , specs , etc. Got FCS quick struts which "meet or exceed oem specs" etc....chose FCS since they actu… --- ## [Engine smokes only when going uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-smokes-only-when-going-uphill/66149)
**Author:** [@bsharvy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bsharvy)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2017, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-smokes-only-when-going-uphill/66149 "2017-01-03T22:43:58Z")
1995 Subaru Legacy wagon. If I drive up a steep hill for 5-10 minutes, the engine will smoke copiously. It's fine when I drive 200 miles over lightly rolling terrain. The temperature gauge doesn't get above medium. … --- ## [69 mustang won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/69-mustang-wont-start/97984)
**Author:** [@Rclonewulf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rclonewulf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2017, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/69-mustang-wont-start/97984 "2017-01-03T21:21:11Z")
Have a problem with the car starting. It turns over seems to want to start while tuning the key as soo as you let go of the key it dies. At a loss. It has bee changed from points to high energy 6al box msd distributor. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1004) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1006)