# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=103 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 104 --- ## [Engine knockin x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knockin-x4/189736)
**Author:** [@medicaljohnny\_184484](https://community.cartalk.com/u/medicaljohnny_184484)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knockin-x4/189736 "2023-03-24T22:09:35Z")
Friend of mine asked me about this knock. Im thinking pulley or engine mount. Thoughts? --- ## [1999 Ford Ranger - Power drops out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-ranger-power-drops-out/189759)
**Author:** [@Barry10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barry10)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-ranger-power-drops-out/189759 "2023-03-24T22:06:43Z")
1999 3.0 V6 flex fuel 4x4 loaded. no power 50-60 MPH, OK before 50 and after 60 no heat if fan on high, rough idle, starts easy shifts OK new plugs & wires 5k ago new radiator heater valve & blend door actuator temp runs… --- ## [Problem with aftermarket power windows and locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-aftermarket-power-windows-and-locks/189707)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-aftermarket-power-windows-and-locks/189707 "2023-03-24T21:50:23Z")
I bought a 2008 Silverado 1500 WT that had an aftermarket power door locks and windows installed when I purchased. I am recently having problems with the motor on the passenger side failing and can’t seem to find a repl… --- ## [2019 Volvo XC60 - Can I use a car wash?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volvo-xc60-can-i-use-a-car-wash/189742)
**Author:** [@FrankieJ27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankieJ27)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 10:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volvo-xc60-can-i-use-a-car-wash/189742 "2023-03-24T10:15:28Z")
Can I take my 2019 XC60 T8 through an automatic car wash? Does the Solutiona braking system need to be deactivated first? --- ## [Fix A flat on AWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-a-flat-on-awd/189725)
**Author:** [@SkyMaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SkyMaster)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-a-flat-on-awd/189725 "2023-03-24T02:01:37Z")
I have a slow leak on one tire of my AWD. Is it possible to only Fix the flat? without replacing all four tires? --- ## [Transmission module?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-module/189701)
**Author:** [@medicaljohnny\_184484](https://community.cartalk.com/u/medicaljohnny_184484)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-module/189701 "2023-03-24T00:18:47Z")
Hey guys. Reupping the subject. New info. Me again. Looking to get some stuff sorted. My car will go to 4k roms and not move. 4wd escape 2007. Sometimes will shift. More often when cold. When it does drive it sounds like… --- ## [Drive shaft query](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-query/189709)
**Author:** [@Currybear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Currybear)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-query/189709 "2023-03-23T23:01:10Z")
I had my clutch replaced a few weeks ago, all fine. I then needed my DPF cleaned a few weeks later by a different garage. This garage took my drive shaft off to get to the DPF and told me whoever did the clutch had wreck… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Blazer- Shifter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-blazer-shifter-issues/189729)
**Author:** [@oldwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwest)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-blazer-shifter-issues/189729 "2023-03-23T22:11:06Z")
shifter not working just moves it is hooked to transmisson --- ## [Computer replacement ( or maybe just resetting?) for a 2007 Chysler Pacifica?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/computer-replacement-or-maybe-just-resetting-for-a-2007-chysler-pacifica/189726)
**Author:** [@MLC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MLC)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/computer-replacement-or-maybe-just-resetting-for-a-2007-chysler-pacifica/189726 "2023-03-23T22:09:02Z")
Is there a method to completely reset the computer system in a (my) car? Alternatively, I may install a new computer system. I have another discussion here about my mystery car, which leads me to believe that possibly, t… --- ## [2012 Nissan Frontier - Overdrive issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-frontier-overdrive-issues/189732)
**Author:** [@chumlie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chumlie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-frontier-overdrive-issues/189732 "2023-03-23T19:34:23Z")
2012 nissan fronteer not shfting into overdrive when first starting off in cold temperatures. after a few miles it will then shfit into overdrive like it is suppose to truck only has thirtynine thousand miles on it is dr… --- ## [Steering "Sticking"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-sticking/110560)
**Author:** [@Paul\_Padula](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul_Padula)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2023, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-sticking/110560 "2023-03-23T16:58:03Z")
I have a 2016 Azera that has a strange issue. After driving for over an hour on the highway, the steering wheel meets resistance when making very small incremental adjustments to maintain the lane, like I have to push it… --- ## [2006 GMC Yukon - Well, it's not the battery or alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-yukon-well-its-not-the-battery-or-alternator/189700)
**Author:** [@jimhart07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimhart07)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-yukon-well-its-not-the-battery-or-alternator/189700 "2023-03-22T23:19:43Z")
new battery new alternator battery looses charge at night and motor will not turn over --- ## [2009 Kia Rondo - Problems starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-rondo-problems-starting/189681)
**Author:** [@Brian56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian56)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-rondo-problems-starting/189681 "2023-03-22T22:42:31Z")
car has problem starting --- ## [2018 Subaru Forester - Compressor issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-forester-compressor-issues/189716)
**Author:** [@JD1427](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JD1427)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-forester-compressor-issues/189716 "2023-03-22T21:29:36Z")
Intermittent cooling, compressor disengages/re-engages too often. --- ## [2013 Honda CR-V - Self-honking horn (not a Tesla)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-self-honking-horn-not-a-tesla/189628)
**Author:** [@INDY50058](https://community.cartalk.com/u/INDY50058)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-self-honking-horn-not-a-tesla/189628 "2023-03-22T20:03:21Z")
Horn has started to honk on its own during early morning hours…sometimes one, two, three or four times. No more than four. Keys are not in bed with me, so i am not causing it to honk on its own. Car is garaged and n… --- ## [How Potentially Catastrophic Can Not Getting the Dipstick Fully Reseated or the Overflow Cap Fully Tightened Be?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-potentially-catastrophic-can-not-getting-the-dipstick-fully-reseated-or-the-overflow-cap-fully-tightened-be/189633)
**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 10:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-potentially-catastrophic-can-not-getting-the-dipstick-fully-reseated-or-the-overflow-cap-fully-tightened-be/189633 "2023-03-22T10:43:32Z")
Just wondering how potentially catastrophic can not getting the dipstick fully reseated after measuring the oil level be? Or the overflow cap fully tightened after checking the coolant level? My bro was telling me the oi… --- ## [2005 Toyota Sienna radiator drain plug problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-sienna-radiator-drain-plug-problem/189685)
**Author:** [@gruntsparkles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gruntsparkles)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-sienna-radiator-drain-plug-problem/189685 "2023-03-22T03:08:45Z")
I went to loosen the drain plug on my 2005 Sienna and it would not budge. Long short, finally got it out and was going to replace it, but the new one doesn’t fit. The new one is the Dorman 61112 that all the websites say… --- ## [2011 Camry cranks but won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-cranks-but-wont-start/189687)
**Author:** [@ndprulz\_184550](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ndprulz_184550)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-cranks-but-wont-start/189687 "2023-03-22T01:24:49Z")
So, changed spark plugs coz it’s been a while. Took for a drive and at one point at red light, engine seems to die but reeved up and made it to home. Next morning, it won’t start. Cranks, won’t start. Did the fuel mist … --- ## [Turning left across a median break](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-left-across-a-median-break/8252)
**Author:** [@jonesfowler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonesfowler)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2023, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-left-across-a-median-break/8252 "2023-03-22T00:58:47Z")
Hi guys, Dad and I were driving thru our beautiful hometown of Tuscaloosa Alabama, Home of the Crimson Tide, and got into an aurguement or "discussion" about the correct way to turn left across a median break. Here ar… --- ## [Steering wheel stiff to turn after new rear tire and rear brakes/rotors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-stiff-to-turn-after-new-rear-tire-and-rear-brakes-rotors/189676)
**Author:** [@Mac0908](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mac0908)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-stiff-to-turn-after-new-rear-tire-and-rear-brakes-rotors/189676 "2023-03-21T22:08:37Z")
2017 Honda Civic. Just had a flat at the driver side rear tire and it was unable to be patched. While I was replacing the tire I also opted for new rear brakes and rotors (rotors were warped). The car is at 57k miles and… --- ## ['08 V6 Mustang throwing P0300, P0301, and P0305 after replacing harmonic balancer. Completely stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-v6-mustang-throwing-p0300-p0301-and-p0305-after-replacing-harmonic-balancer-completely-stumped/189694)
**Author:** [@RogueKriger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RogueKriger)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-v6-mustang-throwing-p0300-p0301-and-p0305-after-replacing-harmonic-balancer-completely-stumped/189694 "2023-03-21T21:23:11Z")
My mustang has around 140,000 miles. Took her to the shop after hearing a not so pleasant popping noise and ended up having the harmonic balancer, crankshaft cover, and drive belt replaced. Before this event the car ran … --- ## [Volvo S80 Key fob only works on third click](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-key-fob-only-works-on-third-click/189684)
**Author:** [@kevin290901\_181211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevin290901_181211)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-key-fob-only-works-on-third-click/189684 "2023-03-21T13:45:31Z")
I’ve recently got an issue with my key fob. I’ve got a Volvo S80 and my key fob all of the sudden stopped working on the first click. I need to press every button exactly 3 times before anything happens, always 3 times. … --- ## [2020 Chevrolet Trax - Airbags and won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-trax-airbags-and-wont-start/189675)
**Author:** [@Marie41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marie41)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 12:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-trax-airbags-and-wont-start/189675 "2023-03-21T12:19:54Z")
Air bags need fixed and car won’t start --- ## [2018 Honda CR-V - Sludge in my turbo!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-sludge-in-my-turbo/189617)
**Author:** [@Oroblanco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oroblanco)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-sludge-in-my-turbo/189617 "2023-03-21T03:47:42Z")
A mechanic said my turbo was filled with sludge and needed to be replaced. I was losing power and the white smoke was coming out exhaust before I took it in. They did a fuel injection flush, replaced a piston and replace… --- ## [2005 Honda CR-V - Oil loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-oil-loss/189651)
**Author:** [@BlackShadow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BlackShadow)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-oil-loss/189651 "2023-03-20T23:39:28Z")
I have a problem with unexplained oil loss no external leaks no smoke but for no reason 3-4 qts. low on oil will be fine for months then all of a sudden its low ck eng light cam sensor had that and timing chain replced… --- ## [1999 Chevy Blazer car door and stalling problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-blazer-car-door-and-stalling-problems/189682)
**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-blazer-car-door-and-stalling-problems/189682 "2023-03-20T23:29:04Z")
I have two problems with my 1999 Chevy Blazer 6 Cyl 4wd: car door and engine stalling Car door: When I align the door latch with the striker, I can close the door. But after I slam the door to close it a few times, the… --- ## [2016 Jeep Cherokee - Grinds related to braking (prior accident)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-grinds-related-to-braking-prior-accident/189660)
**Author:** [@Sachmo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sachmo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-grinds-related-to-braking-prior-accident/189660 "2023-03-20T22:04:46Z")
Car starts a grinding noise while driving. Starts around 3 MPH and stops around 45 MPH. Sounds as though it is coming from either the front right or transmission. Tried gliding in neutral from 45 to stop and around 25 M… --- ## [Battery replaced in 2004 Concorde](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replaced-in-2004-concorde/189668)
**Author:** [@Colleenskinner1004\_184534](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colleenskinner1004_184534)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-replaced-in-2004-concorde/189668 "2023-03-20T20:06:29Z")
Once the battery was replaced, started having problems with radio. When radio is turned on , crackling and popping sounds coming from speakers. --- ## [Acura TSx ABS clamp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tsx-abs-clamp/189661)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tsx-abs-clamp/189661 "2023-03-20T03:01:05Z")
Hi. I have a 2014 Acura TSX. How do I release this white ABS clamp? I’m really struggling trying to release it and I don’t want to brake it. Wasn’t able to find a video showing how to open it. --- ## [1984 Toyota Celica - Need help with suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-celica-need-help-with-suspension/189604)
**Author:** [@maris38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maris38)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2023, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-toyota-celica-need-help-with-suspension/189604 "2023-03-20T02:55:51Z")
Lousy ride when hits bumps although new shocks Need mechanic who knows old Toyotas, in Brooklyn, ny [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=102) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=104)