# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1034 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1035 --- ## [Spark plugs and anti-seize compound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-and-anti-seize-compound/94358)
**Author:** [@ChristopherASA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristopherASA)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2016, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-and-anti-seize-compound/94358 "2016-08-10T03:52:54Z")
Ideas about the type of compound I should use? I'm changing plugs on my '90 Dodge Ram 50 (a mini truck) and I would like your thoughts on what type of anti-seize compound I should use on them prior install. I already … --- ## [2008 Odyssey Middle Captain's Chair Disassembly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-odyssey-middle-captains-chair-disassembly/94353)
**Author:** [@rosekris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rosekris)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-odyssey-middle-captains-chair-disassembly/94353 "2016-08-09T17:07:48Z")
For the life of me I cannot find anything on the internet on how to disassemble the middle captain's chairs for my odyssey. One of the mechanisms for removing the seat doesn't work, and the dealer has only stated that th… --- ## [Rear ac suction hose not cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-ac-suction-hose-not-cold/94394)
**Author:** [@Evanh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Evanh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-ac-suction-hose-not-cold/94394 "2016-08-09T15:51:22Z")
Rear ac suction hose not cold need help diagnosing --- ## [I have a 95 camry that overheats. The fans only work when I put the fan relays in halfway?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-95-camry-that-overheats-the-fans-only-work-when-i-put-the-fan-relays-in-halfway/94346)
**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-95-camry-that-overheats-the-fans-only-work-when-i-put-the-fan-relays-in-halfway/94346 "2016-08-09T12:53:38Z")
I know the alternator needs replacing but why are the fan relays not working correctly. Also, the top radiator hose is really hot? I replaced the thermostat as well as the coolant reservoir? I also replaced a couple o… --- ## [92 Toyota 4 runner project - Engine idle issues both cold and warm. THIS is NOT just a simple leak!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-toyota-4-runner-project-engine-idle-issues-both-cold-and-warm-this-is-not-just-a-simple-leak/94379)
**Author:** [@Swapz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Swapz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-toyota-4-runner-project-engine-idle-issues-both-cold-and-warm-this-is-not-just-a-simple-leak/94379 "2016-08-09T00:15:17Z")
Hello, My problem with this truck is that I cant seem to get ride of it. I have had it since high school and will probably always keep it. With that said I have been getting it back on the road and let me tell you this… --- ## [Air conditioning repair jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-repair-jeep/94380)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-repair-jeep/94380 "2016-08-09T02:11:58Z")
Question about my air conditioning I checked all fuses and replaced the relay. Nothing. So then I jump the connection at the condenser to see if the clutch kicks on. I can see it move in or out (I forget but it doe… --- ## [My A/C in my trailblazer randomly stops blowing cool humidity free air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-a-c-in-my-trailblazer-randomly-stops-blowing-cool-humidity-free-air/94270)
**Author:** [@Salser2012](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Salser2012)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2016, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-a-c-in-my-trailblazer-randomly-stops-blowing-cool-humidity-free-air/94270 "2016-08-09T00:59:59Z")
So I can't figure out what is causing my a/c to randomly stop working,it's not leaking or freezing up and it's not the clutch or fuse and so on. What it does is basically it transitions from cool humidity free air to war… --- ## [Fans don't start - PCM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fans-dont-start-pcm/93793)
**Author:** [@ChickenSoup](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChickenSoup)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fans-dont-start-pcm/93793 "2016-08-08T23:53:36Z")
I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr 2.4L engine. I noticed for a while my engine was running a little hot but it wasn't over heating. Recently I was in a drive thru waiting and it got a little too hot so I pulled ove… --- ## [No gauges working on the dashboard console](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-gauges-working-on-the-dashboard-console/94307)
**Author:** [@Bahstool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bahstool)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-gauges-working-on-the-dashboard-console/94307 "2016-08-08T23:13:03Z")
All of the gauges - - temp, speedometer, tach, gas gauge - - as well as the dome lights and sun roof opener, faded out on my 2003 Volvo V70. I replaced all the fuses and the dome light and sunroof now work. But none of t… --- ## [My Dodge Stratus Overheats Constantly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dodge-stratus-overheats-constantly/94327)
**Author:** [@ajaxmonkey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajaxmonkey)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dodge-stratus-overheats-constantly/94327 "2016-08-08T21:31:19Z")
So I have a 2005 Dodge Stratus. It must be a year old model because most of the parts and engine wise are of the 2006 model. Well earlier in Feb/March I had to get my timing belt and heads changed due to the bending. Aft… --- ## [97 Chevy S10 , fuel pump relay location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chevy-s10-fuel-pump-relay-location/94371)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chevy-s10-fuel-pump-relay-location/94371 "2016-08-08T17:29:24Z")
I am looking for the location of the fuel pump relay on a 1997 Chevy S10. There is a bank of relays on the firewall on the passenger side, but I do not have any info on which relay is for the fuel pump. I briefly loo… --- ## [2001 nissan sentra idling rough, bucking if you maintain speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-sentra-idling-rough-bucking-if-you-maintain-speed/94370)
**Author:** [@JohnM80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnM80)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-sentra-idling-rough-bucking-if-you-maintain-speed/94370 "2016-08-08T15:49:40Z")
I recently picked up a 2001 Nissan sentra. This car sat since around 2010. I guess the previous owner had a lot of work done by the dealer a year or so ago and it looks it, brake pads etc. are brand new, a couple other t… --- ## [1985 BMW sitting up for years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-bmw-sitting-up-for-years/94356)
**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-bmw-sitting-up-for-years/94356 "2016-08-08T15:39:11Z")
I bought a 1985 bmw and I was told car was parked b/c the rack and pinion went out? I cranked the car with a hot battery and the car fired up. Should I clean the tank before running this car (prob sat up for over 4-5 y… --- ## [Noise - right front wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-right-front-wheel/94355)
**Author:** [@The-Kid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/The-Kid)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-right-front-wheel/94355 "2016-08-08T02:23:23Z")
Hello everyone, So, I would appreciate any help with this issue to best inform myself before going in to the mechanic. My thanks in advance. My right front tire has been making a noise like 2 pieces of metal are touchin… --- ## [Rack and pinion replaced on 2002 Ford Taurus but still leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-and-pinion-replaced-on-2002-ford-taurus-but-still-leaks/94363)
**Author:** [@Millie33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Millie33)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-and-pinion-replaced-on-2002-ford-taurus-but-still-leaks/94363 "2016-08-08T01:56:28Z")
My 2002 Ford Taurus has 73,000 miles and was in good shape except for a small leak under driver's side. Has a new rack and pinion replaced one week ago. Have now noticed small leakage again. Also, when the steering w… --- ## [2008 Jeep Compass Stalling...Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-compass-stalling-help/94343)
**Author:** [@cosmic\_shaman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cosmic_shaman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-compass-stalling-help/94343 "2016-08-07T22:12:20Z")
I have taken my car to the mechanic several times now, and every single time they tell me it's fixed...perhaps I should've learned by now and taken my car to someone else, but they've served me well up to this point for … --- ## [ULSD and driving in Mexico](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ulsd-and-driving-in-mexico/68872)
**Author:** [@barry1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barry1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ulsd-and-driving-in-mexico/68872 "2016-08-07T20:27:11Z")
My wife and I are planning a trip to Mexico this winter and plan to drive our new 2012 Ford-F350 with the 6.7l diesel engine and our truck camper. Information on-line is contradictory about availability of ULSD and also… --- ## ['02 VW Gti 1.8t - Overheating, High Intake Vacuum, Check Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-vw-gti-1-8t-overheating-high-intake-vacuum-check-engine-light/94344)
**Author:** [@Casey337](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Casey337)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-vw-gti-1-8t-overheating-high-intake-vacuum-check-engine-light/94344 "2016-08-07T15:19:23Z")
Hi All, First of all, I am a complete beginner, so I apologize in advance. I have a 2002 VW Gti 1.8t (337 Edition). There are a bunch of issues with this car, but I am extremely broke (hence trying to fix it myself) … --- ## [Mini-van pulls to the right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-van-pulls-to-the-right/94339)
**Author:** [@VWvan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VWvan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-van-pulls-to-the-right/94339 "2016-08-07T15:02:02Z")
I have a ’09 VW Routan mini-van that pulls to the right. When you let go of the wheel it pulls so bad that it changes lanes quickly. The front right tire is also going bald on the outside which is unexpected since the ti… --- ## [Transmission or new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-new-car/94273)
**Author:** [@gabeort](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gabeort)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-new-car/94273 "2016-08-07T02:06:33Z")
My 2003 Mazda Protege 5 needs a new transmission ($2300+) and I am 1) sick of spending money on it this year (in the last 10 mos.\>$3600, and 2) risk-averse to buying a new car, because I don't have a steady job. What sho… --- ## [Weird Rattle from the rear (seats)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-rattle-from-the-rear-seats/94330)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-rattle-from-the-rear-seats/94330 "2016-08-07T01:45:02Z")
Hi guys! So, I have a new neighbor that owns a 2010 Toyota Highlander (out of warranty). Recently, the vehicle has had a on and off "rattle" type of sound that comes from the rear of the vehicle. He has tried to get it… --- ## [Manual transmission problem/question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-problem-question/94303)
**Author:** [@Toiley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toiley)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-problem-question/94303 "2016-08-06T16:36:18Z")
As i was reversing i was going to put the car in neutral so i put the clutch down but the gear shift wouldnt go ito neutral i tried puting it into neutral a couple times but it wouldnt go so i released the clutch and me … --- ## [Can't Shift Out of Park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-shift-out-of-park/94335)
**Author:** [@monkeymom27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/monkeymom27)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-shift-out-of-park/94335 "2016-08-06T14:13:22Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Civic with an automatic transmission that started acting up tonight. I am having difficulty getting it to shift out of park. Once I finally get it out of park, it shifts to everything else fine. It's … --- ## [Starting problem, Chevy Colorado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problem-chevy-colorado/43930)
**Author:** [@flatsix145](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flatsix145)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problem-chevy-colorado/43930 "2016-08-06T13:47:08Z")
My son has a 2004 Colorado, 5cyl., 5spd, it has a new battery. He has had a problem with starting the truck intermittently. We have narrowed down the problem to it occurring when the weather is humid/raining. When it is … --- ## [Problems and Codes After Changing Timing Belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-and-codes-after-changing-timing-belt/94283)
**Author:** [@ThatGuyMatt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThatGuyMatt)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 5:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-and-codes-after-changing-timing-belt/94283 "2016-08-06T05:25:32Z")
This is my very first car, a 2008 Chevy Aveo with about 100,000 miles on it. My car is throwing a P0420 code (Catalyst System Low Efficeniency), and a P0340 code (Camshaft Position Sensor Malfunction) even after I chan… --- ## [Car smells like gas whenever I take several stabs at parking it. Gas mileage also seems to suck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-smells-like-gas-whenever-i-take-several-stabs-at-parking-it-gas-mileage-also-seems-to-suck/94266)
**Author:** [@STRMfrmXMN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STRMfrmXMN)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-smells-like-gas-whenever-i-take-several-stabs-at-parking-it-gas-mileage-also-seems-to-suck/94266 "2016-08-06T04:00:32Z")
I have a 1993 Camry 4 Cylinder Sedan with the automatic transmission. It's done a grand total of just 71k miles and hasn't given me any problems until now. Recently, due to our living situation, I've had to park our c… --- ## [03 Hyundai santafe maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-hyundai-santafe-maintenance/94315)
**Author:** [@Laquisha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laquisha)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2016, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-hyundai-santafe-maintenance/94315 "2016-08-06T03:57:50Z")
I used some mass airflow sensor cleaner yesterday. My Hyundai santafe check engine light came on but it was running fine. Tried to drive it this morning and it was missing bad and kept shutting off. It would cut back on,… --- ## [2008 Ford Taurus X Engine Light/Airbag Light/Zero Odometer/Zero Speedometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-taurus-x-engine-light-airbag-light-zero-odometer-zero-speedometer/83861)
**Author:** [@njusko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njusko)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2016, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-taurus-x-engine-light-airbag-light-zero-odometer-zero-speedometer/83861 "2016-08-05T17:17:25Z")
Hey guys, first post on this site. A couple times now I've had a strange problem happen in my 2008 Ford Taurus X. Driving at cruising speeds (50+), the car's engine light, airbag light, TPM sensor will all come on and … --- ## [Sell or keep this "car"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sell-or-keep-this-car/94278)
**Author:** [@Triathlor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triathlor)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2016, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sell-or-keep-this-car/94278 "2016-08-05T03:15:39Z")
Hi there, I made a post about two weeks ago asking for advice as to whether I should flush or change the automatic transmission fluid on my 2007 Mazda6. This is my wife’s car and was given to her by her cousin for free.… --- ## [Electric cars : repair/maintenance outlook](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-cars-repair-maintenance-outlook/94234)
**Author:** [@JuniorMint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuniorMint)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2016, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-cars-repair-maintenance-outlook/94234 "2016-08-04T21:56:26Z")
Broad question : electric cars - I'm thinking Tesla (I see it listed as an option with Model S ("models") and Roadster) - but I know they weren't first (Porsche was - oops, I'm getting off track) ... What's the deal wi… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1033) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1035)