# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1014 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1015 --- ## [Random steering jerks while driving (not me) - stuck on vacation!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-steering-jerks-while-driving-not-me-stuck-on-vacation/96632)
**Author:** [@Ruffin\_It](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ruffin_It)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2016, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-steering-jerks-while-driving-not-me-stuck-on-vacation/96632 "2016-11-28T00:00:54Z")
It's a 2001 Lexus LX470 with 160,000. While driving, I'm getting sporadic jerks in the steering. Enough to pull the car to the driver's side slightly. There are no noises associated so I'm guessing wheel bearing or ser… --- ## [Knock knock, needs reapir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-knock-needs-reapir/96702)
**Author:** [@DartBaron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DartBaron)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-knock-needs-reapir/96702 "2016-11-27T18:55:38Z")
My '07 Pontiac G5 GT has a knocking up front. 140K miles on the clock, well maintained, many new parts up front in the last year from worn OE components. I've had a reputable local shop, as well as a dealership check thi… --- ## [1994 Ford Escort won't start - turn the key and get nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-escort-wont-start-turn-the-key-and-get-nothing/96640)
**Author:** [@Jeff\_Watters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff_Watters)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-escort-wont-start-turn-the-key-and-get-nothing/96640 "2016-11-27T14:47:59Z")
I turn the key and don't even get a clicking sound. Just bought a new battery 10 days ago, and the starter and ignition were replaced within a year ago. Thought I got a bad battery, but O'Reilly tested it, and it's ful… --- ## [New car, less than 500 miles, lost power 3 times in 30 minute drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-less-than-500-miles-lost-power-3-times-in-30-minute-drive/96591)
**Author:** [@Miss\_Karen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miss_Karen)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-less-than-500-miles-lost-power-3-times-in-30-minute-drive/96591 "2016-11-27T04:52:18Z")
Some message flashes but too quickly to read. There is no control for a second or two and then the car is back. At 70 MPH this is frightening. The dealer had no clue and wants to keep the car awhile. Does anyone have an… --- ## [Pretty new car with a horrible squelch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pretty-new-car-with-a-horrible-squelch/96589)
**Author:** [@KJ\_Mclaws](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KJ_Mclaws)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pretty-new-car-with-a-horrible-squelch/96589 "2016-11-27T04:31:28Z")
So I bought a car 3/2016 and it's got 15k miles (a good 7k from driving to/from Oregon and California on the highways) and now I've got a nasty squelch when just moving from stopped. The car isn't on I've just got it in … --- ## [Supercharger on Buick Park Ave Ultra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/supercharger-on-buick-park-ave-ultra/75082)
**Author:** [@Dave11847](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave11847)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2016, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/supercharger-on-buick-park-ave-ultra/75082 "2016-11-27T04:29:11Z")
I have a 1993 Buick Park Ave Ultra with 127,000 mi and it has a rattle like noise in the engine. I took it to the mechanic and he said it was the supercharger and that if that went out the car would not run. I would li… --- ## [1996 Park Avenue Rear Bumper Oil Leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-park-avenue-rear-bumper-oil-leak/96708)
**Author:** [@marktwark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktwark)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-park-avenue-rear-bumper-oil-leak/96708 "2016-11-26T23:39:11Z")
I have what seems to be oil dripping on the end of the tailpipe from above. It seems to be a petroleum product but I just don’t know of any oil back there. The wife recently backed lightly into another vehicle but no dam… --- ## [2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-grand-cherokee-vibration/96700)
**Author:** [@Zach\_Skare](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zach_Skare)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-grand-cherokee-vibration/96700 "2016-11-26T22:37:25Z")
I have a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo I feel a vibration almost feels like it starts in the front and works it's way back then at times it feels like it's in the rear tires, it will vibrate a little only when cruising… --- ## [I have a 2003ford Taurus SES the reservior gets hot and overflowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-2003ford-taurus-ses-the-reservior-gets-hot-and-overflowing/96688)
**Author:** [@Leshone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leshone)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-2003ford-taurus-ses-the-reservior-gets-hot-and-overflowing/96688 "2016-11-26T22:27:26Z")
Reservoir gets hot and overflowing boiling hot Reservoirr gets hot and overflowing Reservoir gets hot and overflowing --- ## [Geo Tracker Windshield Wipers always on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geo-tracker-windshield-wipers-always-on/96691)
**Author:** [@wiiman3893](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wiiman3893)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geo-tracker-windshield-wipers-always-on/96691 "2016-11-26T21:12:40Z")
Hi everyone, here's the situation. I bought my Geo Tracker and the windshield wipers are always on. As long as the wiper motor is connected and the combination switch is attached the wipers are on and do not respond to… --- ## [Possible carborator problems in a 1975 Dodge Sportsman RV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-carborator-problems-in-a-1975-dodge-sportsman-rv/96668)
**Author:** [@Sidney\_Dolly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sidney_Dolly)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 6:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-carborator-problems-in-a-1975-dodge-sportsman-rv/96668 "2016-11-26T06:02:01Z")
I ave a 1975 Dodge Sportsmen RV, V8, 318 engine. She starts up with no problem even in cold weather. The choke does not shut once warmed up, is always open. Once in gear she stalls out. Once on the high way She drives sm… --- ## [Pontiac vibe won't crank... Sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-wont-crank-sometimes/96610)
**Author:** [@wiiman3893](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wiiman3893)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-wont-crank-sometimes/96610 "2016-11-26T04:49:26Z")
Here's a puzzler for me. My 03 vibe base model 5 speed manual has been having a problem cranking every few times I try it. When it cranks it runs like a champs, but for the past few days I'll turn the key a few and th… --- ## [When stopping loud pop jerked wheel to right, stalled, restarted, loud clanking from then on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-stopping-loud-pop-jerked-wheel-to-right-stalled-restarted-loud-clanking-from-then-on/96686)
**Author:** [@Tom537](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom537)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-stopping-loud-pop-jerked-wheel-to-right-stalled-restarted-loud-clanking-from-then-on/96686 "2016-11-26T03:25:44Z")
friend was driving with cruise control, braked due to slower traffic, re-accelerated to speed. Braked for stop sign, (said she did not think car was going to stop) while breaking there was a loud pop and wheel jerked to … --- ## [Nissan Maxima shakes at high speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-maxima-shakes-at-high-speeds/96674)
**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-maxima-shakes-at-high-speeds/96674 "2016-11-26T02:17:13Z")
I have a 2006 nissan maxima with the 6 speed manual transmission. Car begins to shake at speeds over 55mph. The shaking immediately stops if you take your foot off the gas pedal. Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks --- ## [Detroit Axel vs Duralast (AutoZone) parts quality](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detroit-axel-vs-duralast-autozone-parts-quality/96665)
**Author:** [@TrevorAlan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TrevorAlan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detroit-axel-vs-duralast-autozone-parts-quality/96665 "2016-11-26T02:13:35Z")
I am preparing to do some repairs to my 2001 Honda CRV, I have found suspension parts in my price range from DETROIT AXEL and DURALAST (through AutoZone). Anyone have experience that either of these brands are better (… --- ## [91 Suburban blower motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-suburban-blower-motor/96683)
**Author:** [@Sparky762x39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sparky762x39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2016, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-suburban-blower-motor/96683 "2016-11-26T01:22:45Z")
My blower motor went out. I replaced it, but it only starts on low even when the switch is in the high position. It will go to high speed if I take the hot lead off and plug it back in while the motor is set to high, or … --- ## [4 wheel drive issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive-issues/96672)
**Author:** [@Jeff\_Inman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff_Inman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-wheel-drive-issues/96672 "2016-11-25T23:07:52Z")
Hey guys I've got a 2002 Ford explorer sport 4 wheel drive and the 4 wheel drive has stopped working. It worked fine a year ago when I bought it but has stopped working. Is there a fuse that could have blown and stopped … --- ## [OEM or aftermarket radiator cap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oem-or-aftermarket-radiator-cap/96626)
**Author:** [@tardrex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tardrex)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oem-or-aftermarket-radiator-cap/96626 "2016-11-25T19:57:38Z")
1998 blazer 4.3L I think i need a new radiator cap. The overflow tank is full and overflowing. a couple of days ago i cleaned the overflow tank and then filled it halfway with antifreeze,everyday since then ive had to … --- ## [Changed oil myself for first time and oil dripped till it was empty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-oil-myself-for-first-time-and-oil-dripped-till-it-was-empty/96031)
**Author:** [@kilsnacks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kilsnacks)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-oil-myself-for-first-time-and-oil-dripped-till-it-was-empty/96031 "2016-11-25T15:27:50Z")
I just got the car and it was sitting for 6 months and had little oil in it I changed the oil and all the oil dripped out in 4 hours did I do something wrong or is there just a leak? it dripped from the middle of the pan… --- ## [Struggling at Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struggling-at-acceleration/96661)
**Author:** [@Frdo\_Dl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frdo_Dl)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struggling-at-acceleration/96661 "2016-11-25T15:18:01Z")
Got my head gasket changed out. But now when I accelerate its struggling to Gain power. Could something that wasn't possibly placed back properly affect my acceleration? --- ## [2005 MINI hatchback - door won't stay open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mini-hatchback-door-wont-stay-open/96650)
**Author:** [@labritboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/labritboy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mini-hatchback-door-wont-stay-open/96650 "2016-11-25T13:34:03Z")
The hatch door of my hatchback, won't stay open. It closes slowly. Bumped me on the noggin several times. Thoughts? --- ## [Tune up 2003 Infiniti I35](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-2003-infiniti-i35/96654)
**Author:** [@Defsquad08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Defsquad08)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-2003-infiniti-i35/96654 "2016-11-25T03:10:15Z")
I have 117,334 miles on my 2003 Infiniti I35. I bought it used with 74,099 miles. How much is the tune up, and many miles before getting a tune up? --- ## [Engine replaced on a 2007 Kia Optima, check engine light still on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-replaced-on-a-2007-kia-optima-check-engine-light-still-on/96625)
**Author:** [@Crystal\_Tamura](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crystal_Tamura)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-replaced-on-a-2007-kia-optima-check-engine-light-still-on/96625 "2016-11-25T01:51:42Z")
I just had the engine replaced on my 2007 Kia Optima. It was done at the dealership, under warranty. It would have been $3,000 if I had to pay myself. I also had over $3,000 of additional work done. The check engine ligh… --- ## [Loud Squeal When Turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-squeal-when-turning/96648)
**Author:** [@Zoso5189](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zoso5189)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2016, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-squeal-when-turning/96648 "2016-11-25T00:10:25Z")
I have a 2003 Trailblazer with 160,000 miles on and in the mornings when I back out of my garage and make a turn to go straight, in either direction, it makes a loud squealing noise. I have replaced the serpentine belt,… --- ## [Stalling for a few seconds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-for-a-few-seconds/96636)
**Author:** [@joneu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joneu)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2016, 3:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-for-a-few-seconds/96636 "2016-11-24T15:32:30Z")
I have a situation with a 2006 Canyon crew cab 2.8,automatic, 89,000 miles, bought new and no major issues that has stumped my local mechanics (who have a good record over the years BTW) and a GMC dealer. Several time… --- ## [02 Elantra only starts with pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-elantra-only-starts-with-pedal/96638)
**Author:** [@Jeramie\_Argueta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeramie_Argueta)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2016, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-elantra-only-starts-with-pedal/96638 "2016-11-24T04:50:43Z")
I recently had the the timing belt replaced on my 02 Elantra, since then it's had a problem starting. It won't start without me pumping the gas and once I let go it hesitates and shuts off. Anyone have an idea what it co… --- ## [Heater problems Toyota Rav4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-problems-toyota-rav4/60501)
**Author:** [@kmahorney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmahorney)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2016, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-problems-toyota-rav4/60501 "2016-11-24T02:58:07Z")
Heater works when outside temp is 20 and up but is poor when it is colder. Replaced thermostat, flushed everything. Checked all the controls and such, looks good. after 30 min of driving this am still just warm heat, got… --- ## [1989 honda accord carborator issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-honda-accord-carborator-issue/86309)
**Author:** [@thorid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thorid)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2016, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-honda-accord-carborator-issue/86309 "2016-11-24T02:12:40Z")
I got a 1989 Honda accord dx I needed to rebuild the carburetor but upon removing it I found my self at a huge loss I couldn't reach about 3 of the hoses connected and I had to cut another I decided id bring it to a shop… --- ## [Cost of CVT maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-cvt-maintenance/96630)
**Author:** [@rplantz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rplantz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2016, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-cvt-maintenance/96630 "2016-11-23T21:13:35Z")
How often does a CVT need maintenance? What is a typical cost? I've been driving a Prius since 2005, and I'm perfectly happy with the feel and sound of a CVT, compared to a regular automatic. In fact, I think it's pretty… --- ## [Mechanic or Exorcist? Car moving when off and parked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-or-exorcist-car-moving-when-off-and-parked/69665)
**Author:** [@cheapcarz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cheapcarz)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2016, 5:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-or-exorcist-car-moving-when-off-and-parked/69665 "2016-11-23T05:15:54Z")
Over the past couple days my 5-speed 2000 Saturn SL1 has been doing something very strange. The other night around 11:30 pm I heard a big crash in my garage. I ran out to see what it was, and the car had moved forward … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1013) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1015)