# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1008 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1009 --- ## [Tires seem to skid when I hit the brakes hard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-seem-to-skid-when-i-hit-the-brakes-hard/73675)
**Author:** [@Vishu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vishu)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-seem-to-skid-when-i-hit-the-brakes-hard/73675 "2016-12-25T02:27:27Z")
I drive a 2003 Toyota Camry. For the last six months or so I feel a skid on one of my tires when I hit the brakes a little harder than usual. It seems the problem occurs after the car has been driving for a while. I t… --- ## [Need help, cylinders 1 & 3 not firing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-cylinders-1-3-not-firing/97627)
**Author:** [@ms.b\_blessed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ms.b_blessed)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2016, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-cylinders-1-3-not-firing/97627 "2016-12-25T00:25:25Z")
cAN SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME IF THIS IS WORTH THE CASH IT MIGHT COST? THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER BROKE & A PIECE TRAVELED TO THE ENGINE. NOW CYLINDERS 1 & 3 ARE NOT FIRING. CAN THIS BE FIXED? I OWN A 2002 FORD EXPLORER SP… --- ## [What's the part name so I can find a replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-part-name-so-i-can-find-a-replacement/97633)
**Author:** [@sjtstevens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjtstevens)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-part-name-so-i-can-find-a-replacement/97633 "2016-12-24T15:43:44Z")
I believe a mouse may have chewed through that rubber boot, whats the part name? --- ## [50 Ford Won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/50-ford-wont-start/97365)
**Author:** [@walt.frost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/walt.frost)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/50-ford-wont-start/97365 "2016-12-24T06:03:29Z")
Car turns over for about 5 seconds then the battery dies. I've put it on the charger and tried again several times. Put charger in "start mode" and it won't even turn over once. Had new solenoid and battery. Took batt… --- ## [Why does the dealer want $500 to replace the spark plugs in my 2006 Hyundai Azera V6 FWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-the-dealer-want-500-to-replace-the-spark-plugs-in-my-2006-hyundai-azera-v6-fwd/97015)
**Author:** [@jries007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jries007)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-the-dealer-want-500-to-replace-the-spark-plugs-in-my-2006-hyundai-azera-v6-fwd/97015 "2016-12-24T00:49:57Z")
The dealer here quoted me $497 to replace the spark plugs in my 06 Hyundai Azera ..It has a V6 with FWD.. I have a mechanic that I use... other than the Dealer.. due to the price they charge for most repairs. ...unless i… --- ## [Is this true: SKIM Replaced, Remote Starter Wont Work Without Buying ByPass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-true-skim-replaced-remote-starter-wont-work-without-buying-bypass/97617)
**Author:** [@Andrew-Shallcross](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew-Shallcross)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-true-skim-replaced-remote-starter-wont-work-without-buying-bypass/97617 "2016-12-23T17:46:08Z")
You guys were on the money with a previous question. Here's another. In the summer, my Jeep suddenly wouldn't start. Seemed like the key was dead. Dealer told me it was the SKIM module that needed replacing. When … --- ## [APEppink, Esq](https://community.cartalk.com/t/apeppink-esq/97588)
**Author:** [@apeppink](https://community.cartalk.com/u/apeppink)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/apeppink-esq/97588 "2016-12-23T15:06:14Z")
Re: CarTalk, Antelope Valley Press, Sun., 12/18/2016, '82 Toyota pickup, R-22 engine I disagree with Ray's answer. I routinely run my vehicles \> 400k miles, tho in time, parts availability can become a problem, even in… --- ## [New brake pads on scarred rotor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-on-scarred-rotor/97236)
**Author:** [@tfrasier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tfrasier)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 1:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-on-scarred-rotor/97236 "2016-12-23T13:18:37Z")
I needed brakes cause I could hear metal 2 metal grind. Bought on-line parts @ nice discount. Problem is that they don't fit. Diameter is same on rotor but it seems that the bolt alignment is fractionally off. Is that… --- ## [Oil pressure - intermittent warning light - How concerned should I be?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-intermittent-warning-light-how-concerned-should-i-be/97373)
**Author:** [@tom3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom3)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-intermittent-warning-light-how-concerned-should-i-be/97373 "2016-12-23T06:49:29Z")
Intermittently, the oil pressure light flickers on when I'm driving. Sometimes, it flickers on when the RPMs drop in the range of 500-600 at traffic light and other stops. Most of the time, it does not come on at all.… --- ## [2004 Mazda 3 NOT SHIFTING INTO 5TH GEAR TRANNY PROBLEM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-3-not-shifting-into-5th-gear-tranny-problem/97465)
**Author:** [@nybaby30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nybaby30)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-3-not-shifting-into-5th-gear-tranny-problem/97465 "2016-12-23T04:20:11Z")
Ok I know its not a huge problem when i have 4 other gears and my car is still drivable, but when i want to break the law on the highway and drive 80-120 mph on the highway i cant because i find myself not being able to … --- ## [Car won't start. Low oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-low-oil/97593)
**Author:** [@paulaholmes40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulaholmes40)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-low-oil/97593 "2016-12-23T03:47:47Z")
My cars oil light came on as I was exiting highway, started making ticking sound and got louder and also made a clunk sound. Parked car at store, turned back on car still ticking and sounded very very weak.I moved it to … --- ## [EURO Synthetic Blend of oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/euro-synthetic-blend-of-oil/89259)
**Author:** [@FilmProf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FilmProf)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/euro-synthetic-blend-of-oil/89259 "2016-12-23T03:35:32Z")
I recently purchased a 2007 VW Jetta and took it for its first oil change. I was planning on using the synthetic oil for the change but Firestone informed me that VW recommended the Synthetic EURO blend that was formulat… --- ## [Front-end shaking (Like a bent wheel)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-shaking-like-a-bent-wheel/97539)
**Author:** [@PapaScott1972](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PapaScott1972)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-shaking-like-a-bent-wheel/97539 "2016-12-23T02:59:26Z")
\*\*I have a 1992 Honda Accord that just recently started acting like I had a bent wheel. It starts at around 30 mph and obviously gets worse as I accelerate. I have rotated the tires to see if it was a balance issue, but … --- ## [Getting the most from auto trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-the-most-from-auto-trans/96251)
**Author:** [@Kufsteiner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kufsteiner)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-the-most-from-auto-trans/96251 "2016-12-22T07:19:21Z")
The vehicle is a 2004 Ford Focus, and I'll soon be towing the maximum allowed (1000 lbs) 800 miles. I don't want to burn up the transmission. Is a transmission temperature gage available so that I'll know when to shift… --- ## [Chrysler info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-info/97483)
**Author:** [@x\_u\_c](https://community.cartalk.com/u/x_u_c)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-info/97483 "2016-12-22T03:13:32Z")
Is anyone on here familiar with chrystler 300m models i need some info on something to do with my car --- ## [Damage to my passenger front end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damage-to-my-passenger-front-end/97562)
**Author:** [@ttinacontreras](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ttinacontreras)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damage-to-my-passenger-front-end/97562 "2016-12-22T01:57:20Z")
I am concerned that they will call my car a lost just wanted to get some feedback back. I hit a car and damaged my passenger side/front end more where the light fixture goes. Do you think it's repairable it's a 2016 chev… --- ## [2003 Honda CRV Cruise Control Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-crv-cruise-control-help/75826)
**Author:** [@jreid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jreid)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-crv-cruise-control-help/75826 "2016-12-21T22:32:30Z")
I am driving a 2003 Honda CR-V. It has 120k miles. automatic transmission 4 cylinder v-tech. I purchased the car from a Honda dealership here in California. As I was driving home, I set the cruise control when on the hig… --- ## [2014 Corolla - Bad Alternator or Bad Battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-corolla-bad-alternator-or-bad-battery/96076)
**Author:** [@Corollatronic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Corollatronic)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-corolla-bad-alternator-or-bad-battery/96076 "2016-12-21T20:37:39Z")
Good Afternoon, I bought my 2014 Corolla new a little over 3 years ago. Yesterday, when I was leaving work to head home I went to start my car and I was just met with my starter making a loud buzzing noise. My lights i… --- ## [Civic Runs - Engine randomly stop and won't restart - then normal 5 minutes later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-runs-engine-randomly-stop-and-wont-restart-then-normal-5-minutes-later/97286)
**Author:** [@Requires-Too-Much-Thought](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Requires-Too-Much-Thought)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-runs-engine-randomly-stop-and-wont-restart-then-normal-5-minutes-later/97286 "2016-12-21T20:10:30Z")
Car: 98 Civic HX History: The regular car until 2015, then only driven Dec - Mar. Possibly Relevant: Last year noticed the tank was leaking gasoline but only until ½ full. Solution: Only fill it ½ full. Proble… --- ## [Squeal coming from rear driver side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeal-coming-from-rear-driver-side/97364)
**Author:** [@mrserv0n18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrserv0n18)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeal-coming-from-rear-driver-side/97364 "2016-12-21T05:11:51Z")
Normally you wont hear anything but if I take an extended trip. Like a 50 miles drive. Its as if something is heating up and causing this loud rub noise as heard in the video linked below. The tires are new, it has disc … --- ## [Brake Star Adjuster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-star-adjuster/97497)
**Author:** [@nsesi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nsesi)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-star-adjuster/97497 "2016-12-21T03:13:30Z")
I have a 1999 Chevy Suburban K2500 (4x4) with a 7.4L engine. As viewed from the backing plate, which way do I turn the star adjuster for the drivers-side rear drum brake to loosen the brake shoes from the drum? Do I tu… --- ## [Car shaking at high speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-at-high-speed/97458)
**Author:** [@pug\_s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pug_s)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-at-high-speed/97458 "2016-12-21T02:56:56Z")
Hi, On my 2004 Acura Mdx, someone sideswiped on my car while it is parked a few months back and ever since then I noticed shaking on the steering wheel when driving at high speeds in the highway. I tried rebalancing t… --- ## [Bubbling, or gurgling sound drivers side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bubbling-or-gurgling-sound-drivers-side/97518)
**Author:** [@amanda.michelle.south](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amanda.michelle.south)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bubbling-or-gurgling-sound-drivers-side/97518 "2016-12-21T02:48:33Z")
My car is making a weird bubbling type sound whenever I turn ? I have no idea what it could be any ideas? Thanks --- ## [TPMS warning light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-warning-light/97417)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-warning-light/97417 "2016-12-20T03:02:34Z")
Not the one that says tire pressure is low. Rather, the one that says the TPMS system is not working right. '08 Civic. The light has been on and off intermittently. I know that a failing tire pressure sensor will se… --- ## [Good Running/Bad Gas Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-running-bad-gas-mileage/97175)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-running-bad-gas-mileage/97175 "2016-12-20T02:44:48Z")
My 2000 Buick Century 3.1 Liter starts and runs smooth and with normal power not sluggish. But the mileage is terrible lately. 25 MPG on highway. I have no service engine light on, no fuel leaks. What might be a common c… --- ## [Tires - it's been asked before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-its-been-asked-before/97341)
**Author:** [@yoopercc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yoopercc)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-its-been-asked-before/97341 "2016-12-19T23:35:59Z")
There's all kind of talk on this all over the internet; but I'm going to ask it again in a slightly different way. I need snow tires on my Sonic. I'm liking the Nokian Hakkapeliitta tires, but a set of 4 of them is a li… --- ## [Vibration from engine compartment - 06 Odyssey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-from-engine-compartment-06-odyssey/96645)
**Author:** [@Honda\_Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda_Driver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-from-engine-compartment-06-odyssey/96645 "2016-12-19T23:22:11Z")
I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey which has been a great vehicle but is currently puzzling me. It drives fine but when I am idling down (slowing down with my foot off the gas), I get to a point where there is a vibration from … --- ## [HID Headlilght Question (08 Acura TL 15K)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-headlilght-question-08-acura-tl-15k/37478)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-headlilght-question-08-acura-tl-15k/37478 "2016-12-19T21:06:10Z")
One of my high intensity headlilghts is bright white and the other has developed a purplish tinge. Does that mean the bulb is going south on it? They're only over $100 for the bulb and 25,000 volts so not something to … --- ## [Am I being ripped off? Spent $1000 on repairs. Car still not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-being-ripped-off-spent-1000-on-repairs-car-still-not-working/95932)
**Author:** [@jen1977](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jen1977)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-being-ripped-off-spent-1000-on-repairs-car-still-not-working/95932 "2016-12-19T18:08:09Z")
Hey everyone. This is my first post. I would appreciate any and all advice, as I am not very automobile savvy. Last Wednesday my car broke down. I was in neutral at a stop light. When the light changed to green, I s… --- ## [2007 Pontiac G6 Gt looks like its loosing power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-g6-gt-looks-like-its-loosing-power/97420)
**Author:** [@firelord1014](https://community.cartalk.com/u/firelord1014)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-g6-gt-looks-like-its-loosing-power/97420 "2016-12-19T17:50:50Z")
Recently my car has been doing weird things. I get a message that says engine power reduced/ service traction. The car also revs up by itself for a while and then goes back to normal. Saturday on the way back to work my… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1007) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1009)