# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=101 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 102 --- ## [Hyundai Accent - Random stalls or starts with high RPM & no tach](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-random-stalls-or-starts-with-high-rpm-no-tach/189802)
**Author:** [@groncho](https://community.cartalk.com/u/groncho)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-random-stalls-or-starts-with-high-rpm-no-tach/189802 "2023-04-04T18:23:14Z")
Hi guys. I have a Hyundai Accent 2012 with 62k miles, 1.6L engine. I am having an issue, maybe you can give me some clues on what to check tomorrow, i will be doing some maintenance removing and cleaning up the throttl… --- ## [Chaining control arm or strut to a tree & step on the gas to fix alignment problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chaining-control-arm-or-strut-to-a-tree-step-on-the-gas-to-fix-alignment-problem/189866)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chaining-control-arm-or-strut-to-a-tree-step-on-the-gas-to-fix-alignment-problem/189866 "2023-04-04T03:10:03Z")
1999 Taurus got side swiped from behind. A rear control arm got pushed forward and the unibody mount which is perpendicular to the wheel got bent forward nearly half an inch, so the whole back wheel is now half an inch f… --- ## [Check Engine Trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-trouble/189890)
**Author:** [@Debby210\_182750](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Debby210_182750)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-trouble/189890 "2023-04-04T00:21:35Z")
Hello, my car is driving me nuts! My car has been running rough and mechanic said it was the motor mounts. Makes sense because when I put it in neutral the car stops vibrating somewhat. When driving my check engine light… --- ## [Starter motor issues in old Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-motor-issues-in-old-ford/189916)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-motor-issues-in-old-ford/189916 "2023-04-03T23:40:56Z")
Quite often, when I start my 1982 Ford Granada, it doesn’t crank, but makes a scraping or grinding noise. I have to release the key and try it again until it cranks. I would like to know if the problem could be caused by… --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Malibu - Shift to park problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-malibu-shift-to-park-problem/189911)
**Author:** [@TonyTellez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyTellez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-malibu-shift-to-park-problem/189911 "2023-04-03T22:54:34Z")
For the last 8 months, my 2019 Malibu has been indicating the “Shift to Park” issue. I noted there is a TSB for the item, and the resolution is to replace the transmission, which should be covered under the limited pow… --- ## [2010 Honda Accord Sdn - Vibration and droning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-sdn-vibration-and-droning/189918)
**Author:** [@ANDY59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ANDY59)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-sdn-vibration-and-droning/189918 "2023-04-03T22:48:17Z")
iI’M GETTING VIBRATION IN THE CABIN OF MY CAR.MY LOCAL TECH CHECKED MOTOR MOUNTS AND CV AXLES WHICH APPARENTLY LOOKED OK.HE SUGGESTED CHEK MY TIRES FOR BALANCE.I DID ROTATE THEM WHICH SEEMED TO HELP SOMEWHAT. ANY SUG… --- ## [2008 Ford Focus - Dash problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-focus-dash-problems/189921)
**Author:** [@Jose35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jose35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-focus-dash-problems/189921 "2023-04-03T22:44:29Z")
While driving speed does not matter, the dash starts to blink. Speedometer and RPM goes to zero. If I accelerate everything goes back to normal. the car does not stall. No trouble code stored. The cars display shows CHAR… --- ## [1991 Ford Tempo - Chokes and stops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-tempo-chokes-and-stops/189923)
**Author:** [@bmyers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmyers)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-tempo-chokes-and-stops/189923 "2023-04-03T22:39:09Z")
when gas pedal is pressed car starts choking down and will eventually stops --- ## [Battery dies every 24 hours](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-dies-every-24-hours/189218)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-dies-every-24-hours/189218 "2023-04-03T19:43:28Z")
Been dealing with this for 9 months. Have to drive the car 20 minutes every day or get nothing but starter clicks. I plan on buying a digital multimeter and pulling fuses one at a time. This problem started basically at … --- ## [2023 Chevrolet Equinox - Oil quantity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-chevrolet-equinox-oil-quantity/189831)
**Author:** [@NewToChevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NewToChevy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-chevrolet-equinox-oil-quantity/189831 "2023-04-03T17:21:12Z")
Why does my 2023 Chevy Equinox AWD (5.3q) take more oil that FWD (4.2q). --- ## [Car loses Fuel Over Time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-loses-fuel-over-time/189898)
**Author:** [@kamp95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kamp95)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-loses-fuel-over-time/189898 "2023-04-03T15:31:49Z")
My 91’ MR2 seems to lose fuel over time when parked for a while (3+ weeks). I have it parked indoors in an underground parking garage. I don’t smell any gasoline around/in the car, but the leak is extremely slow. Any i… --- ## [Checking engine light on a brand new Hyundai Tucson - Code DTC U100800](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-engine-light-on-a-brand-new-hyundai-tucson-code-dtc-u100800/189908)
**Author:** [@TC8130](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TC8130)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-engine-light-on-a-brand-new-hyundai-tucson-code-dtc-u100800/189908 "2023-04-03T11:53:43Z")
2023 Hyundai Tucson SEL It is a new car that was purchase 2 weeks ago. Check engine light suddenly came on. Blue Link app says “DTC U100800. DTC System Powertrain DTC Sub System: EMS” Infotainment screen says “A pos… --- ## [2006 Ford Escape - Strut tower rusted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-escape-strut-tower-rusted/189870)
**Author:** [@thurmonplowman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thurmonplowman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-escape-strut-tower-rusted/189870 "2023-04-03T02:27:51Z")
the right rear passenger side strut tower top rusted completely out and they are plenty others complaining --- ## [2010 Honda Fit electrical issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-fit-electrical-issue/189897)
**Author:** [@awells0502\_184694](https://community.cartalk.com/u/awells0502_184694)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2023, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-fit-electrical-issue/189897 "2023-04-03T00:41:03Z")
I have a 2010 Honda Fit that has recently been having an electrical issue that I am having a difficult time locating. A couple of weeks ago I was driving home at night and started having issues that would seem to indica… --- ## [Have you ever heard of an inspection taking 3-4 days?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-ever-heard-of-an-inspection-taking-3-4-days/189872)
**Author:** [@Senjuro\_184680](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Senjuro_184680)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-ever-heard-of-an-inspection-taking-3-4-days/189872 "2023-04-02T22:35:09Z")
I took my car in for an inspection, and the dodge dealership said it would take 3-4 days. I at first thought it took only a day or a few hours at best, but my mind wasn’t thinking at the time and this is the first time … --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Traverse - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-traverse-oil-consumption/189877)
**Author:** [@Nelly10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nelly10)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2023, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-traverse-oil-consumption/189877 "2023-04-02T18:00:39Z")
my 2016 chevy traverse waste excessive oil --- ## [Service engine soon light on Sentra S 2007 ( what to do now?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-engine-soon-light-on-sentra-s-2007-what-to-do-now/189785)
**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-engine-soon-light-on-sentra-s-2007-what-to-do-now/189785 "2023-04-01T23:02:03Z")
(Is it safe to drive with this light on btw? and for how long can i do this without a repair in place? I 've only had it for aday and got it right after I pumped fuel into my car which I found odd.) My Nissan Sentra 20… --- ## [2021 Chevrolet Blazer - Ice issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-blazer-ice-issues/189810)
**Author:** [@cherylrothenberger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cherylrothenberger)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2023, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-blazer-ice-issues/189810 "2023-04-01T14:24:30Z")
steering when the road is covered with ice the vehicle skates all over like its out of control --- ## [2016 Chevy Impala audio system issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-impala-audio-system-issues/189868)
**Author:** [@xxdedenaxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xxdedenaxx)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-impala-audio-system-issues/189868 "2023-03-31T23:03:13Z")
Been having issues with the “infotainment” system on my impala for about 8 months now and can’t figure out what the problem is stemming from. Basically, whenever I connect my phone via Bluetooth or usb it’ll play audio f… --- ## [Auto Parts Markup?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-markup/30728)
**Author:** [@twinmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twinmom)\ **Replies:** 657\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2023, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-markup/30728 "2023-03-15T03:45:11Z")
Recently, I had needed front and rear brake pads and a rear rotor. The auto repair shop used Napa parts which are OKAY with me, but when I compared the price the auto repair shop charged for the parts vs the Napaonline w… --- ## [Oil in spark plug wells -- AGAIN!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-in-spark-plug-wells-again/189750)
**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-in-spark-plug-wells-again/189750 "2023-03-31T20:12:26Z")
2007 Nissan Versa DOHC. It’s been thru a lot, but I like to keep it alive. At 112K miles, I replaced spark plugs, coils and valve cover gasket including ring gaskets around spark plugs. I did this proactively, it wasn’t… --- ## [Salt air on metal parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salt-air-on-metal-parts/189863)
**Author:** [@tdestates\_184668](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tdestates_184668)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 10:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salt-air-on-metal-parts/189863 "2023-03-31T10:53:18Z")
Hi everyone. I just inherited a 1997 Celica GT convertible with 66k miles. Runs awesome. Looks great. Some minor cosmetic issues I want to address. The car lived under cover in Florida its whole life so it appears s… --- ## [Door locks in my Scion 2005 xB1 are Irrational](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-locks-in-my-scion-2005-xb1-are-irrational/189864)
**Author:** [@ProVega350](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ProVega350)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-locks-in-my-scion-2005-xb1-are-irrational/189864 "2023-03-31T04:01:21Z")
The door locks on my XB1 have a mind of their own. Sometimes they activate all by themselves. Other times they won’t activate at all. It doesn’t matter whether I use the switch on the inside of the door or the remote con… --- ## [94 Accord won't stay running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-wont-stay-running/189821)
**Author:** [@Godgunsnglory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Godgunsnglory)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-wont-stay-running/189821 "2023-03-31T03:51:32Z")
I’m no professional mechanic, and it seems like I’ve run myself into a dead end here. I have a '94 Accord, EX model with manual transmission that won’t stay running. It will start up, and run for about half a second befo… --- ## [Possible check spark without removing or disconnecting plugs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-check-spark-without-removing-or-disconnecting-plugs/189854)
**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-check-spark-without-removing-or-disconnecting-plugs/189854 "2023-03-31T02:55:43Z")
On a couple of my cars, manifold covers plugs, so it’s impossible to disconnect electric connectors to each plug without rigamarole of removing manifold. Is there an electric induction tool that could tell me the sparkin… --- ## [2006 Scion xB - lock buttons are sticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xb-lock-buttons-are-sticking/154769)
**Author:** [@LauraKirwin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauraKirwin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xb-lock-buttons-are-sticking/154769 "2023-03-31T00:22:05Z")
I own a 3006 Scion XB with 225,000 miles. I love my car but recently my lock buttons have been sticking. Does anyone know an easy fix so I don’t get locked in my car again? :b --- ## [2009 Scion xB Really Weird Power Door Lock Gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-scion-xb-really-weird-power-door-lock-gremlins/141685)
**Author:** [@Madgreekjr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Madgreekjr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-scion-xb-really-weird-power-door-lock-gremlins/141685 "2023-03-31T00:19:48Z")
My otherwise great 2009 Toaster (145k) has had an issue with the power door locks for the past year or so. They seem to work completely at random and no two days are the same. Some days, all of the locks will work. S… --- ## [Chunk of tire came off--side wall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chunk-of-tire-came-off-side-wall/189855)
**Author:** [@flanry01\_184663](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flanry01_184663)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chunk-of-tire-came-off-side-wall/189855 "2023-03-31T00:15:27Z")
Hi. I bumped the curve trying to make room for a bus. Was traveling \<5mph. Scratched the wheel with the resulting damage to the tire. Does this warrant a tire replacement? --- ## [2004 Scion xB door locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-scion-xb-door-locks/122062)
**Author:** [@frank41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frank41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-scion-xb-door-locks/122062 "2023-03-31T00:12:05Z")
having a problem with passenger door locks front and back door.all the rest work.the passenger front door works with the key but not the door switch.can any body tell me what it could be.i bought a passenger and driver d… --- ## [Check Engine Light for Cat Converter came on---for a few hours](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-for-cat-converter-came-on-for-a-few-hours/189852)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2023, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-for-cat-converter-came-on-for-a-few-hours/189852 "2023-03-31T00:02:34Z")
2016 Chevy Traverse, 3.6l, 140k. A check engine light comes on. I take it right in to the parts store to get it scanned. The scanner reads the problem is the downstream catalytic converter. I can’t remember the diagn… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=100) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=102)