# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1032 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1033 --- ## [93 jeep xj misfiring with codes 11 12 27 34](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-jeep-xj-misfiring-with-codes-11-12-27-34/94652)
**Author:** [@djkix2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djkix2008)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2016, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-jeep-xj-misfiring-with-codes-11-12-27-34/94652 "2016-08-20T00:07:07Z")
My inline 6 engine softly stutters and misfires while driving and has the check engine light on whenever this happens. It's becoming more frequent now - 20% of the time I'm driving I'd say. The codes are 11, 12, 27, 34. … --- ## [2002 Sonata Trunk Thinks It's Open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-sonata-trunk-thinks-its-open/94575)
**Author:** [@brycepower1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brycepower1)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-sonata-trunk-thinks-its-open/94575 "2016-08-19T01:16:49Z")
Hi, I'm having a bit of a problem. My trunk light on the cluster gauge will not turn off. I removed the trunk light bulb so it wouldn't drain the battery but over the span of about a month the battery gets low enough not… --- ## [Help why does coolant spill out when I take off the radiator cap on cold engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-why-does-coolant-spill-out-when-i-take-off-the-radiator-cap-on-cold-engine/94717)
**Author:** [@Lann39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lann39)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-why-does-coolant-spill-out-when-i-take-off-the-radiator-cap-on-cold-engine/94717 "2016-08-19T23:23:49Z")
er I got a 2002 mustang v6 and I hadn't flushed the coolant since 5 years ago so I decided to take off the radiator cap off too check the status of the coolant. As I took the cap off, coolant started to slowly spill out … --- ## [Popped the clutch accident!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popped-the-clutch-accident/94239)
**Author:** [@Clove\_Pink](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clove_Pink)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popped-the-clutch-accident/94239 "2016-08-19T14:43:17Z")
I need your advice! I accidentally "popped the clutch" while parking in my driveway and now there's something wrong with the clutch pedal!! I let the car stall out on accident and somehow had the clutch engaged while … --- ## [Kawasaki KZ550 motorcycle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kawasaki-kz550-motorcycle/93665)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 1:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kawasaki-kz550-motorcycle/93665 "2016-08-19T13:46:56Z")
I recently changed the head gasket on the bike. Air is coming out of the valve covers in a couple spots on both sides of the cover. I removed the cover, the new gasket is still in like new shape and is in tact. Only p… --- ## [Skipping, shaking engine after changing spark plugs 04 Explorer v6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skipping-shaking-engine-after-changing-spark-plugs-04-explorer-v6/94713)
**Author:** [@504Royalty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/504Royalty)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skipping-shaking-engine-after-changing-spark-plugs-04-explorer-v6/94713 "2016-08-19T03:42:17Z")
Hey I just changed my spark plugs the other day and since then my engine is hard idling and skips and jumps while I'm driving it. I'm being told I either need to change the spark plug wires or the coil packs. So my quest… --- ## [4T65-E Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4t65-e-transmission/94710)
**Author:** [@taybible](https://community.cartalk.com/u/taybible)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4t65-e-transmission/94710 "2016-08-19T02:39:02Z")
I own a 2002 Monte Carlo SS 3.8 6cyl. I believe it has a 4T65-E transmission. On a regular basis if I drive 20 miles out of town, on my way back the transmission starts to shift hard (long shift?).From my research onl… --- ## [H3 turns over, doesn't start - about once a week](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h3-turns-over-doesnt-start-about-once-a-week/94734)
**Author:** [@Jab1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jab1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h3-turns-over-doesnt-start-about-once-a-week/94734 "2016-08-19T02:18:14Z")
Hi all, My '07 H3 will turn over, but not start, but it only happens about once a week (4 times total as of now). When this happens, if I let it sit and try again in about 15 minutes it will start. I've spoken to 2 me… --- ## [Car makes squeaking noise at first, goes away when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-squeaking-noise-at-first-goes-away-when-warm/94670)
**Author:** [@Stegy\_Frany](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stegy_Frany)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2016, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-squeaking-noise-at-first-goes-away-when-warm/94670 "2016-08-19T01:05:30Z")
So, I have a 2007 Suzuki SX4, about 172,000 miles on it. Great little car. Love it. It's the AWD Hatchback model. I recently noticed that it's been squeaking a bit. But only right at start up. In fact, it's summer wher… --- ## [Issues with cruise control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-cruise-control/94725)
**Author:** [@larry.benchmark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larry.benchmark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2016, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-cruise-control/94725 "2016-08-18T20:52:05Z")
I have 2011 Elantra that the cruise control is not working properly. It started out that I had to slap it to get it to work. I have to push the Resume button to turn on, Cancel button to set, set button to resume and th… --- ## [04 ford Explorer engine misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-explorer-engine-misfire/94715)
**Author:** [@504Royalty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/504Royalty)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2016, 10:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-explorer-engine-misfire/94715 "2016-08-18T10:34:35Z")
Changed the spark plugs now I have misfire in cylinders 3 and 6. Do I change the spark plug wires or the coil pack? --- ## [2008 Subaru Outback lo mileage strut leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-lo-mileage-strut-leak/94719)
**Author:** [@rcrunge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rcrunge)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2016, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-lo-mileage-strut-leak/94719 "2016-08-18T06:09:10Z")
Just had my car at the dealer for the airbag recall and was told one strut and one shock are leaking. the car only has 66,000 miles on it and i don't drive it that much as i also have an electric Fiat. This sounds a bit … --- ## [2003 Jeep Liberty Transmission Fluid Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-liberty-transmission-fluid-leak/94685)
**Author:** [@manfromnantucket](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manfromnantucket)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-liberty-transmission-fluid-leak/94685 "2016-08-17T23:43:25Z")
About 2000 miles ago, I had the transmission on my liberty serviced. I had the pan dropped, the fluid drained / refilled, and the filter replaced. The work was done by a jeep dealer. The jeep ran fine with no rough shift… --- ## [1997 Chevy Truck V8 fuel pump failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-truck-v8-fuel-pump-failure/94649)
**Author:** [@wcsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wcsmith)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-truck-v8-fuel-pump-failure/94649 "2016-08-17T22:24:17Z")
Several years ago I had to replace the fuel pump - truck had about 100,000 miles. Within the last 4 - 5 months I have replaced the fuel pump twice and just today (about two months since the last replacement), the fuel p… --- ## [P0335 alternate causes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0335-alternate-causes/94698)
**Author:** [@stacyrstuart1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stacyrstuart1)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0335-alternate-causes/94698 "2016-08-17T21:45:23Z")
Hi I drive a 2006 Nissan Sentra SER Spec V. I just swapped the engine with a JDM QR25DE because the thrust bearings fell out of the old motor :frowning: Now I keep getting a P0335 code but it's only when I start the car… --- ## [Could my AC be leaking even if a vacuum held steady?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-my-ac-be-leaking-even-if-a-vacuum-held-steady/94707)
**Author:** [@Strog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Strog)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-my-ac-be-leaking-even-if-a-vacuum-held-steady/94707 "2016-08-17T21:40:09Z")
Hi everyone. Long time Car Talk listener, first time engaging with the community. I know it's a good one though which is why I decided to turn here first! About three weeks ago I tried recharging my 2008 Ford Focus wit… --- ## [Identify this hose? (1996 Dodge Intrepid)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-this-hose-1996-dodge-intrepid/94705)
**Author:** [@madcatz1999](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madcatz1999)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-this-hose-1996-dodge-intrepid/94705 "2016-08-17T18:54:19Z")
Need help identifying this hose (outlined in red). 1996 Dodge Intrepid Base 3.3L. Thanks. --- ## [Whining noise backing out in morning on damp days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-backing-out-in-morning-on-damp-days/94677)
**Author:** [@hailstreak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hailstreak)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-backing-out-in-morning-on-damp-days/94677 "2016-08-17T17:29:41Z")
I have a 2000 Ford Ranger that makes a whining/squealing noise when I back out of the driveway in the morning, but only on damp/humid days. It usually does it once and then never happens the rest of the day. It seems to … --- ## [Tundra bogs down under load, but not when using cruise control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tundra-bogs-down-under-load-but-not-when-using-cruise-control/94447)
**Author:** [@buffalogirlfarms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/buffalogirlfarms)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tundra-bogs-down-under-load-but-not-when-using-cruise-control/94447 "2016-08-17T11:59:19Z")
My 01 tundra can bog down under load - going up a long hill or towing a trailer - with the speed and RPMs steadily dropping until it finally downshifts, and the RPMS shoot up to 4k or so, but I don't regain much speed. T… --- ## [Air conditioner putting out hot air in Pontiac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-putting-out-hot-air-in-pontiac/94659)
**Author:** [@rcharney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rcharney)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-putting-out-hot-air-in-pontiac/94659 "2016-08-17T03:47:34Z")
Hottest day ever on Planet Earth and my air conditioner in my Pontiac decides to throw hot air in my face! Luckily, for my female companion, she gets ice cold air. This 2002 Grand Prix 40th Anniversary edition has 236,00… --- ## [Engine Light on-Accerleration Choking wont go past 2rpm from time to time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-accerleration-choking-wont-go-past-2rpm-from-time-to-time/94682)
**Author:** [@2005DS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2005DS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-accerleration-choking-wont-go-past-2rpm-from-time-to-time/94682 "2016-08-17T03:40:43Z")
What could this be? How much would it cost to fix? I have a 2005 Dodge Stratus with a 2.7l engine, it is a used car. I have not had the car a year yet. Miles over 85, 000. Had emissions test and inspection of car in Mar… --- ## [2002 DeVille A/C issue!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-deville-a-c-issue/94660)
**Author:** [@Joebo121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joebo121)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-deville-a-c-issue/94660 "2016-08-17T03:31:53Z")
HELP!! My A/C is blowing Cold on the drivers side and very hot on the passenger side. I need to know if it could only be the Right Actuator or if it could be that or the temp control module or low refrigerant or low cool… --- ## [Volvo Won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-wont-start/84526)
**Author:** [@marc79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marc79)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-wont-start/84526 "2016-08-17T02:46:06Z")
I have a weird issue - I think. I recently purchased a 2005 Volvo XC90 V8 with about 150k miles. The car runs great and is really in good shape. The one issue I have is that sometimes the car wont start. There is just a … --- ## [1989 Tercel Acceleration (Carburetor O-Rings? Carbon in Intake?!)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-tercel-acceleration-carburetor-o-rings-carbon-in-intake/75737)
**Author:** [@MichaelBraud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelBraud)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-tercel-acceleration-carburetor-o-rings-carbon-in-intake/75737 "2016-08-17T00:13:28Z")
I have a problem with my '89 Tercel. When I accelerate, but the torque of the acceleration is hindered at first, like not enough/too much gas is getting to the engine, and if I keep the gas pedal lightly pressed, around … --- ## [Maryland vehicle safety inspection or not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maryland-vehicle-safety-inspection-or-not/94618)
**Author:** [@tardrex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tardrex)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2016, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maryland-vehicle-safety-inspection-or-not/94618 "2016-08-17T00:07:53Z")
Hi guys, I bought a used chevy suburban 3 months ago the vehicle passed the maryland safety inspection 2 weeks before i bought it.so, heres my problem last week I got in started it up,put my foot on the brake pedal and t… --- ## [2014 Nissan Sentra Brake Pad Tomorrow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-sentra-brake-pad-tomorrow/94312)
**Author:** [@mstrlucky74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrlucky74)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2016, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-sentra-brake-pad-tomorrow/94312 "2016-08-16T20:45:51Z")
Hello. Was going to change the pads myself but really have no time. I'm bringing them to a repair shop that changes my oil. Anything I should ask or make sure they check/do when the change the front pads to sound like I … --- ## [2005 Chevy malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-malibu/94687)
**Author:** [@Bryanna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bryanna)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2016, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-malibu/94687 "2016-08-16T20:26:18Z")
2005 Chevy Malibu not starting, doesn't start on a jump --- ## [Oil temperature gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-temperature-gauge/2003)
**Author:** [@thelonious16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thelonious16)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2016, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-temperature-gauge/2003 "2016-08-16T17:10:43Z")
Hello, my 91 Honda Accord EX has a new habit where the oil temperature gauge gets really high (the red turn off the car section to be exact). I got the oil changed and I drove for about an hour with no problem and all o… --- ## [Paintless Dent Removal Experience](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paintless-dent-removal-experience/67178)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2016, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paintless-dent-removal-experience/67178 "2016-08-16T15:44:47Z")
The topic of paintless dent removal came up a while back. Just thought I would share my experience today. My 09 G6 got hail damage on the roof, hood, and trunk. About 20 dents in all with most dime size or nickel siz… --- ## [Camry no longer accelerates in any gear-?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-no-longer-accelerates-in-any-gear/94277)
**Author:** [@eller221](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eller221)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2016, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-no-longer-accelerates-in-any-gear/94277 "2016-08-16T14:05:18Z")
Toyota Camry 2000 , 195,000 miles Last couple of months or so, my vehicle would intermittently stop accelerating, especially when climbing hills. A couple of days ago, the vehicle is completely unresponsive when press… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1031) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1033)