# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1017 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1018 --- ## [Public Action General Feedback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/public-action-general-feedback/18)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 123\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/public-action-general-feedback/18 "2016-11-15T23:45:29Z")
We'd love your feedback on this discussion tool, including issues, typos, confusing features and behaviors, and general suggestions. We get our best suggestions from users. That's you. If you agree with someone's comme… --- ## ['02 Impala 3.4L 195.4k: Replace Factory Gas Cap Gasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-195-4k-replace-factory-gas-cap-gasket/96239)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-195-4k-replace-factory-gas-cap-gasket/96239 "2016-11-15T22:40:55Z")
I've been getting the gas cap code off and on for years now. I can wash the gasket off and it goes away for a few months, but then it returns. The cap itself is in showroom condition. It's just the rubber gasket/ring tha… --- ## [Stuck service lite.. After over heat info inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-service-lite-after-over-heat-info-inside/96499)
**Author:** [@Pax\_Terrestria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pax_Terrestria)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-service-lite-after-over-heat-info-inside/96499 "2016-11-15T16:16:36Z")
Nissin xterra 2007 v6,approx 220k overflow bottle has cap just like the radiator, it failed engine over heated. repaired tank, refilled cooling system runs fine with the temp needle in the cooler third of the gauge SO, T… --- ## [How to burp out the air when changing engine coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-burp-out-the-air-when-changing-engine-coolant/95920)
**Author:** [@lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesabre)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 9:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-burp-out-the-air-when-changing-engine-coolant/95920 "2016-11-15T09:44:42Z")
strong text on my 2003 Buick Lesabre custom I want to drain and flush then refill the cooling system with Dexcool and distilled water. now on my other cars even with bleeder screws I do not like to open those little … --- ## [Brake line bleeder valve rounded off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-bleeder-valve-rounded-off/69198)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-bleeder-valve-rounded-off/69198 "2016-11-15T05:10:18Z")
Same 1970's Ford truck as has the fast idle problem. It's a four wheel drive. One of the front brake bleeder valves is situated in a way that makes it difficult to get a combo wrench (3/8 inch) on it squarely. It has … --- ## [Car is making a high pitched whistle after changing the caliper?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-making-a-high-pitched-whistle-after-changing-the-caliper/96490)
**Author:** [@AmandaWithAnOldsmobile](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmandaWithAnOldsmobile)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-making-a-high-pitched-whistle-after-changing-the-caliper/96490 "2016-11-15T04:44:25Z")
2003 Jetta station wagon, disc brakes all around. Recently changed all 4 pads + the rear rotors. about 2 weeks after this the car started making a horrible noise from the rear driver side wheel- like the tires were dr… --- ## [Truck Won't Charge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-charge/96364)
**Author:** [@DodgeD150](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DodgeD150)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-charge/96364 "2016-11-15T02:45:05Z")
Having trouble with my truck not charging. Changed out alternator, v/r and battery and still will not charge.Thanks --- ## [Lose all acceleration after 3000 rpms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lose-all-acceleration-after-3000-rpms/96453)
**Author:** [@JWimbrough](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JWimbrough)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2016, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lose-all-acceleration-after-3000-rpms/96453 "2016-11-15T00:52:58Z")
I have a 2004 saturn vue. It is a 5 speed standard with a 4 cylinder engine. Now that I have that posted here is my problem. I have normal acceleration up until I hit 3000 rpms. At that point my low engine power light co… --- ## [2004 Odyssey headlights with high beams but no low beams](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-odyssey-headlights-with-high-beams-but-no-low-beams/96456)
**Author:** [@fz2011](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fz2011)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-odyssey-headlights-with-high-beams-but-no-low-beams/96456 "2016-11-14T21:23:53Z")
Both low beams of my 2004 Odyssey headlights stopped working today. Both high beams are still working. From what I read and observe, the same bulbs serve both high and low beams on 2004 Odyssey. In other words, there are… --- ## [Battery Replacement Cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replacement-cost/96468)
**Author:** [@DanTuch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanTuch)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replacement-cost/96468 "2016-11-14T21:13:04Z")
A neighbor with an 2012 Journey had her car battery fail. $300 later she was back on the road. The outrageous cost is because a fender had to be removed to replace the battery. What in the world are Chrysler engineers… --- ## [Infiniti G35 with "thunking" noises from front end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/infiniti-g35-with-thunking-noises-from-front-end/75784)
**Author:** [@swechsler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swechsler)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/infiniti-g35-with-thunking-noises-from-front-end/75784 "2016-11-14T19:52:39Z")
For a while my G35 has been making a thunking sound from the front end when either I go over bumps or I apply the brakes lightly at speed. It happens on both the right and left side (i.e. if I go over a bump with my left… --- ## [Transmission issues on 2014 odyssey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues-on-2014-odyssey/96464)
**Author:** [@TaraW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TaraW)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues-on-2014-odyssey/96464 "2016-11-14T18:37:45Z")
My 2014 odyssey has 41,000 miles on it. Back in July I started to notice the transmission slipping occasionally. It has gotten worse in the last few weeks and was happened daily. I took it to Honda and they flushed and r… --- ## [P0507 high idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0507-high-idle/96462)
**Author:** [@joe71c10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joe71c10)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0507-high-idle/96462 "2016-11-14T01:45:48Z")
08 Accord. After replacing the starter and cleaning the throttle body I keep having a CEL and the P0507 code. Checked for leaks around intake, vacuum lines, etc. found none. Tried the relearn procedure and still no… --- ## [2002 Saturn Vue door lock switch/key fob not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-vue-door-lock-switch-key-fob-not-working/96460)
**Author:** [@Kriegswolf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kriegswolf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-vue-door-lock-switch-key-fob-not-working/96460 "2016-11-14T01:30:30Z")
I have a 2002 Saturn Vue with a couple of miles on it (228,436 to be exact). I bought the car used in 2009 with 150K miles. Since I bought the vehicle, the electric door locks have stopped working, both with the key fo… --- ## [Dreaded stuborn Crank bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dreaded-stuborn-crank-bolt/96020)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dreaded-stuborn-crank-bolt/96020 "2016-11-14T01:16:09Z")
Ok, I am trying to replace the timing belt on my 06 Solara. I can't get the crankshaft pulley bolt out for the life of me. I have used an electric impact that I have used on several jobs in the past, but with no luck. … --- ## [Partial gasket replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/partial-gasket-replace/96444)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2016, 12:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/partial-gasket-replace/96444 "2016-11-12T12:02:14Z")
01 Taurus. ohv motor. I changed timing cover gasket but did not drop the front of oil pan so I messed up the gasket there. have a slight oil leak. the exhaust crossover pipe is under the pan. I think u can lower the pan … --- ## [Oil Change Interval? Modern oil in an old car...any difference?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-interval-modern-oil-in-an-old-car-any-difference/96423)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2016, 11:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-interval-modern-oil-in-an-old-car-any-difference/96423 "2016-11-12T11:33:56Z")
I have a 25 year old car 125K...I drive mostly 1-3 mile one way trips ...at least twice a month I try to make a 30 min one way drive. I only drive 5k a year....I change the oil every 3 months...(severe service/manual).… --- ## [Honda Insight transmission issue (1 of MANY issues)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-insight-transmission-issue-1-of-many-issues/96441)
**Author:** [@SammyP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SammyP)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2016, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-insight-transmission-issue-1-of-many-issues/96441 "2016-11-11T23:34:51Z")
I have a 2012 insight, and have already been through the common oil excessive consumption issue, as well as had a replaced driver airbag. Just got it back after three months at the dealership, with a new engine (due to t… --- ## [Sudden Code P0068 and stalling, then all seems well](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-code-p0068-and-stalling-then-all-seems-well/96352)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2016, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-code-p0068-and-stalling-then-all-seems-well/96352 "2016-11-11T05:13:24Z")
My 2015 Mitsubishi Mirage had a strange little incident the other day. I have posted this on the forum for these cars and as far as the people on that site know, I am the first to experience this exact issue. I also ca… --- ## [Oil for 2013 Volkswagen Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-for-2013-volkswagen-jetta/96431)
**Author:** [@dalansan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dalansan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2016, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-for-2013-volkswagen-jetta/96431 "2016-11-11T03:08:50Z")
I just bought a 2013 Jetta with 67000 miles. The manual recommends synthetic oil. Can I use regular oil to save money, and what are the advantages to using synthetic oil? --- ## [Pressure washing off peeling clear coat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pressure-washing-off-peeling-clear-coat/96391)
**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2016, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pressure-washing-off-peeling-clear-coat/96391 "2016-11-11T03:05:24Z")
Honest question about using a pressure washer to remove clear coat that has been peeling over time. The peeling seems to be like delamination of the clear coat away from the paint underneath. But it happens slowly and … --- ## [Under powered and occasionally runs rough when maintaining speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/under-powered-and-occasionally-runs-rough-when-maintaining-speed/96430)
**Author:** [@Jcharlesm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jcharlesm)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2016, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/under-powered-and-occasionally-runs-rough-when-maintaining-speed/96430 "2016-11-11T01:59:58Z")
First off, the engine light on the car has cut on and there are a few codes indicating a small leak in the evaporative emotions system. Secondly, with the recent tempeture drop in my area, my 2003 honda accord V6 has b… --- ## [Power window hates the cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-hates-the-cold/96415)
**Author:** [@AlReset](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlReset)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2016, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-hates-the-cold/96415 "2016-11-10T14:38:26Z")
My drivers side window hates the cold, getting slower as the temperature drops. When it's real cold it gets to te point where it only goes up a fraction of an inch and stops, then I have to wait a minute and try again. I… --- ## [Tier preassure and track lights and engine light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tier-preassure-and-track-lights-and-engine-light-on/96410)
**Author:** [@Besbar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Besbar)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2016, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tier-preassure-and-track-lights-and-engine-light-on/96410 "2016-11-10T14:12:17Z")
I have a 2010 Rav4, the tire pressure, track light and the engine light came up. I put air on the tires, about 30 lbs, but the pressure light is still on. Is anyone with a Rav 4 experience this problem? --- ## [Problem with Timing Belt Replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-timing-belt-replacement/96421)
**Author:** [@friedaettel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/friedaettel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2016, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-timing-belt-replacement/96421 "2016-11-10T00:57:30Z")
I have a 2006 Honda Odyssey. I got the timing belt replaced two weeks ago. Last week the engine started making a quiet clicking noise upon acceleration The clicking noise happens intermittently not continuously. Then l… --- ## [Def'n of "Ball Joint"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defn-of-ball-joint/96349)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2016, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defn-of-ball-joint/96349 "2016-11-09T01:18:14Z")
I've always called anything that works on the trailer hitch principle a "ball joint", including not just those on the steering knuckle that act similar in function to a door hinge, so the front wheels pivot left and r… --- ## [Horn on Toyota Avalon Works sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-on-toyota-avalon-works-sometimes/96402)
**Author:** [@Ing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ing)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2016, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-on-toyota-avalon-works-sometimes/96402 "2016-11-08T20:43:31Z")
99 Toyota Avalon's horn works intermittently, seems to like the winter better than the summer. In the Summer it barely works and works more so in colder months but it is still not dependable. Replaced the relay fuse but … --- ## [86 chevy c10 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-chevy-c10-wont-start/96361)
**Author:** [@shawnomg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shawnomg)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2016, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-chevy-c10-wont-start/96361 "2016-11-08T17:41:10Z")
I had trouble getting it started so i replaced a dead distributor . I found some wires to the ignition wire harness that were damaged so i fixed them . when i hooked up the battery something popped . I put the wires back… --- ## [Is power always on to the oxygen sensor heater? (1998 Maxima)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-power-always-on-to-the-oxygen-sensor-heater-1998-maxima/44532)
**Author:** [@markmast](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markmast)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2016, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-power-always-on-to-the-oxygen-sensor-heater-1998-maxima/44532 "2016-11-08T17:06:53Z")
I know that the O2 sensor has a heater to get it to operating temperature quickly. Is the heater always powered on when you are driving or does the computer shut it off after the engine (and O2 sensor ) get fully warme… --- ## [New Fiat 500 periodically getting a string of warning messages](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-fiat-500-periodically-getting-a-string-of-warning-messages/96400)
**Author:** [@Blissey1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blissey1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2016, 12:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-fiat-500-periodically-getting-a-string-of-warning-messages/96400 "2016-11-08T12:02:30Z")
So a friend of mine recently leased a 2016 Fiat 500x and they're experiencing a problem where about once a week, they'll get a string of like 10 warning messages all in a row on the dashboard. The say something is wrong … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1016) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1018)