# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1011 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1012 --- ## [Mysterious Noise. fluttering, clunky. CV Axle? Wheel Bearings?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-noise-fluttering-clunky-cv-axle-wheel-bearings/97052)
**Author:** [@thisbemyjunkemail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thisbemyjunkemail)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2016, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-noise-fluttering-clunky-cv-axle-wheel-bearings/97052 "2016-12-11T00:19:53Z")
Anywhere below 15 mph there is a faint fluttering or clunking noises near front drivers side. Around 15-30 the noise becomes much louder. 30+ mph the noise become faint almost nonexistent. HOWEVER, when I decelerate it t… --- ## [Battery? Or alternator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-or-alternator/96976)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-or-alternator/96976 "2016-12-10T17:55:49Z")
Kids alternator light came on. Drove it to work and later home. I went over to look at it. No light quite a bit of corrosion on battery terminal. Cleaned that off.. 2 weeks later battery is too weak to start car. They ju… --- ## [Having key on and having to repeatedly shift through all gears to eventually start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/having-key-on-and-having-to-repeatedly-shift-through-all-gears-to-eventually-start/96925)
**Author:** [@FrustratingDriver69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrustratingDriver69)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/having-key-on-and-having-to-repeatedly-shift-through-all-gears-to-eventually-start/96925 "2016-12-10T18:23:55Z")
Hi All, I'm so confused with this vehicle. I have nick named it Christine!! It's a 2001 Ford Taurus (#FoundOnRoadDead). I have an issue that I can not start my car and it happens randomly. Does not matter if car is coul… --- ## [Acura with oil on spark plug threads ? Worthy of concern?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-with-oil-on-spark-plug-threads-worthy-of-concern/96871)
**Author:** [@Acura\_Joe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acura_Joe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 5:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-with-oil-on-spark-plug-threads-worthy-of-concern/96871 "2016-12-10T17:13:44Z")
I have a 2013 Acura RDX AWD with only 39k miles on it. At idle, it had a very slight stumble once in a while, so I thought I’d take a peek at the spark plugs. Much to my surprise I found oil on the threads. I’ve never… --- ## [IS my Car Battery still good? Mixed test results](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-battery-still-good-mixed-test-results/96956)
**Author:** [@kabir.grewal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kabir.grewal)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-battery-still-good-mixed-test-results/96956 "2016-12-10T05:04:06Z")
Hi, Couldn't get the car started on a Cold Day here in Canada. So I went into the Canadian Tire and checked my Car Battery on their charging Station. It did a test to start with and said the battery was good. And just ne… --- ## [2004 Toyota 4-Runner leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-4-runner-leaks/75484)
**Author:** [@Happy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Happy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-4-runner-leaks/75484 "2016-12-10T03:51:58Z")
Hey Guys, My 2004 Toyota 4-Runner leaks in the driver floorboard every time it rains. I am at a loss as to why. Can anyone please help? Thanks, Happy --- ## [Rattling sound after transmission rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sound-after-transmission-rebuild/96973)
**Author:** [@amsederholm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amsederholm)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sound-after-transmission-rebuild/96973 "2016-12-10T02:51:49Z")
So i got my transmission rebuilt cause it blew, and i just got it back today only to find that when i am in drive and stopped, my passenger side front fender rattles atlot. then when i accelerate, it stops and sounds fin… --- ## [Engine belt issues (noise)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-belt-issues-noise/96657)
**Author:** [@Ben39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben39)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-belt-issues-noise/96657 "2016-12-10T00:34:36Z")
Hi. I was wondering if someone could give me some idea about my car problem. its a 1999 dodge ram and in summer it runs fine but in winter when it gets cold the belt is squealing very loud. Even after the engine warms up… --- ## [Heater failure problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-failure-problem/96809)
**Author:** [@tggray4970](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tggray4970)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-failure-problem/96809 "2016-12-10T00:24:50Z")
I have a 2002 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab. v8 Heater does not produce enough hot air, usually around 90 deg. Within the last couple of years, it has had a new radiator, new heater core and new blend door. I checked all the… --- ## [2004 Sebring new rear strut needed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-sebring-new-rear-strut-needed/96795)
**Author:** [@Jim\_Fonseca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim_Fonseca)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2016, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-sebring-new-rear-strut-needed/96795 "2016-12-10T00:21:59Z")
Hi, Any ideas about what might be broken here? I'd like to avoid having to get two new rear struts (since the're supposed to be replaced in pairs). From what I've found online, it's not clear to me if the strut is gone o… --- ## [Water in gas tank = frozen fuel filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-gas-tank-frozen-fuel-filter/59787)
**Author:** [@CarolineR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolineR)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-gas-tank-frozen-fuel-filter/59787 "2016-12-09T22:30:30Z")
Driving down the highway yesterday, my car suddenly lost power and would not restart. I got a tow to a garage and the guys there told me there was water in my fuel that froze the filter. (I live in Philly, and it has bee… --- ## [Rear bumper on Toyota Camry scratched in accident](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-bumper-on-toyota-camry-scratched-in-accident/96889)
**Author:** [@Reece\_W](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reece_W)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-bumper-on-toyota-camry-scratched-in-accident/96889 "2016-12-09T14:46:10Z")
I was sitting at a red light last week and got rear ended by another car going 10-15 mph. The impact left three significant scratches on the bumper that went down to the base. It rained all weekend and water has gotten… --- ## [2000 Camry RPMs seem to be very low](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-camry-rpms-seem-to-be-very-low/96914)
**Author:** [@jburd641](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jburd641)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 9:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-camry-rpms-seem-to-be-very-low/96914 "2016-12-09T09:12:40Z")
Recently, I thought my car may be running at a slightly lower RPM than normal. Today the rpms were definitely lower. I was driving at about 65mph and they were at about 1500, which is about 5-600 lower than usual. Jus… --- ## [Mechanics files on this site](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics-files-on-this-site/11965)
**Author:** [@Kathy56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy56)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics-files-on-this-site/11965 "2016-12-09T03:45:43Z")
It says: Looking for an honest, hard-working mechanic? Want to recommend one? Check our Mechanics files, a community-generated database of above-average mechanics. Has anyone noticed that the only comments are pos… --- ## [$463 to flush radiator + change hoses? Rip off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/463-to-flush-radiator-change-hoses-rip-off/96874)
**Author:** [@Larry\_Levin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larry_Levin)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/463-to-flush-radiator-change-hoses-rip-off/96874 "2016-12-09T03:19:49Z")
I have a 2007 Kia Optima. My local shop said that I need a coolant flush. They recommend changing upper hose, lower hose and thermostat. $463 for the job. Has anyone ever heard of this kind of price? I took the car to a… --- ## [Car won't start, engine doesn't make noise either](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-engine-doesnt-make-noise-either/96935)
**Author:** [@bvbfan161397](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bvbfan161397)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-engine-doesnt-make-noise-either/96935 "2016-12-09T03:19:44Z")
So I have a 2000 Ford Focus. Recently it's been super super loud when I start it and now it won't even start. This morning I turned the key and nothing happened. The radio and interior lights work. The key won't turn now… --- ## [Car won't rev over 2500rpm, "Shift Solenoid E Malfunction"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-rev-over-2500rpm-shift-solenoid-e-malfunction/96938)
**Author:** [@mic5will](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mic5will)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-rev-over-2500rpm-shift-solenoid-e-malfunction/96938 "2016-12-09T01:24:36Z")
Hey all! I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla. A couple days ago, the check engine light came on out of nowhere. Plugged in my diagnostic tool, it gave me code P0770, which is "Shift Solenoid E Malfunction". Made an appointment … --- ## [Thanks Tester and Others-Random stalling Riviera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-tester-and-others-random-stalling-riviera/45849)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2016, 8:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-tester-and-others-random-stalling-riviera/45849 "2016-12-08T08:23:14Z")
Replaced crank sensor but that didn't do it so reluctantly replaced the ignition switch and cleaned up all of the ground connections. I've put about 500 miles on it now and out of town three times and no stall over the … --- ## [What to do with rocker rot through winter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-with-rocker-rot-through-winter/96692)
**Author:** [@Rochev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rochev)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2016, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-with-rocker-rot-through-winter/96692 "2016-12-08T05:45:51Z")
I stopped driving my car when they put down salt last week and started using my other one with no rust. I finally took the rocker panel covers off and saw how bad it is. I can’t get new rocker panels until next year and … --- ## [Squealing brakes after recent brake pad/rotor change Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-brakes-after-recent-brake-pad-rotor-change-corolla/96906)
**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2016, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-brakes-after-recent-brake-pad-rotor-change-corolla/96906 "2016-12-08T04:07:07Z")
I just had new front brake pads and rotors put in my 2006 Toyota Corolla by my trusted local mechanic a few months ago in September. When I went to the dealership for an oil change in October they confirmed that I had 6 … --- ## [Trickle charger on a deep cycle trailer battery question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trickle-charger-on-a-deep-cycle-trailer-battery-question/96870)
**Author:** [@Art\_Cigoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Art_Cigoy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2016, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trickle-charger-on-a-deep-cycle-trailer-battery-question/96870 "2016-12-07T21:07:47Z")
I've removed my deep cycle trailer battery for winter storage in the garage. I'm using a Nextool Battery Charger Maintainer 261-9678 with an output of 12V DC 0.8A to maintain it. The charger has a flashing green light to… --- ## [Battery size](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-size/96720)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2016, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-size/96720 "2016-12-07T15:26:50Z")
I need a new battery for my 2011 honda accord SE. The everstart www.battfinder.com tool says to buy one with 500 cold cranking amps, but the AAA guy wanted to sell me one that had 700. What size should I get? I live in a… --- ## [05 Grand Caravan Stalled After Fill Up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-grand-caravan-stalled-after-fill-up/96894)
**Author:** [@TravisGrooms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TravisGrooms)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2016, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-grand-caravan-stalled-after-fill-up/96894 "2016-12-07T04:22:37Z")
Hey guys - Tonight my friend borrowed my car. While gone he filled it up, because the tank was close to empty. He said the guy at the station over filled it. Anyway, before he got back to me, he called me and the car … --- ## [My car won't start with turning the key in the ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-start-with-turning-the-key-in-the-ignition/96847)
**Author:** [@Kenya\_Maynor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kenya_Maynor)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2016, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-wont-start-with-turning-the-key-in-the-ignition/96847 "2016-12-07T02:02:04Z")
On the way home from work one night I hit a regular dog sized animal (fox, coyote, dog). It caused damage to my radiator, condenser and fan. After the accident I moved the car a few times to keep the battery from dying. … --- ## [Crack in tire to worry about?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crack-in-tire-to-worry-about/96629)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2016, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crack-in-tire-to-worry-about/96629 "2016-12-07T02:01:53Z")
Is this crack in tire something to worry about or ok defer replacement? --- ## [Engine stalls at idle, but only after a few minutes of driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalls-at-idle-but-only-after-a-few-minutes-of-driving/96896)
**Author:** [@znbail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/znbail)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalls-at-idle-but-only-after-a-few-minutes-of-driving/96896 "2016-12-06T16:34:13Z")
So this past weekend I decided it was finally time to do a little maintenance. I did the normal stuff, oil, oil filter, antifreeze flush, fuel filter, air filter, spark plugs and wires, and I even decided to do the valve… --- ## [Upgradingoemrearshocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgradingoemrearshocks/17955)
**Author:** [@shortcircut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shortcircut)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgradingoemrearshocks/17955 "2016-12-06T14:59:59Z")
I HAVE A 06MERCURYMARINER FOR A BETTER RIDE,WOULD I BE AHEAD UPGRADING TO A PREIUM SHOCK? the suv has21ooo miles. --- ## [Car startup noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-startup-noise/96883)
**Author:** [@TetoBasha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TetoBasha)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-startup-noise/96883 "2016-12-06T14:00:06Z")
I hear really bad noise when I start my car.. I replaced the battery already.. is this the starter ???? Here is sound noise https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bwz64m432K\_RTXRoRGNLSm1HWkk/view?usp=sharing Thanks --- ## [2002 325xi Unable to engage manual transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-325xi-unable-to-engage-manual-transmission/75225)
**Author:** [@boyd4715](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boyd4715)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2016, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-325xi-unable-to-engage-manual-transmission/75225 "2016-12-06T00:42:06Z")
I have a 2002 325xi 5 speed manual with 111K miles on it. Outside Temp 34 degrees F I was able to pull out of the driveway and drive down the road for about 4 miles and then as I was shifting into 4th gear the temp w… --- ## [New to performing my own Routine-Maintenance of Vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-performing-my-own-routine-maintenance-of-vehicle/96825)
**Author:** [@Mr\_Campbell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr_Campbell)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2016, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-performing-my-own-routine-maintenance-of-vehicle/96825 "2016-12-05T22:10:44Z")
Recently purchase a 2013 Honda Civic coupe with 22,000 miles and am thinking about performing my own routine maintenance and have a few questions. I current have been getting my oil changed at my local honda dealer for … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1010) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1012)