# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=104 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 105 --- ## [Battery Light Illuminated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-illuminated/189672)
**Author:** [@klxud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/klxud)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-illuminated/189672 "2023-03-19T22:21:23Z")
Ok, so I was advised to replace my serpentine belt due to it having cracks in it. I replaced it, the belt I replaced it with was the exact spec 975 6 rib however the product code was 6PK975 and the one I took off the car… --- ## [2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - New powertrain - but it needs more help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-new-powertrain-but-it-needs-more-help/189663)
**Author:** [@Perry38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Perry38)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-new-powertrain-but-it-needs-more-help/189663 "2023-03-19T20:00:05Z")
I have replaced the motor and the transmission and will not go into gear unless the rpms’ are high. The reason for replacing the transmission was that it would go into reverse but no forward gears. not sure what is going… --- ## [2006 Toyota Tacoma - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/189649)
**Author:** [@StreetDoc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StreetDoc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-paint-issues/189649 "2023-03-19T18:09:59Z")
06 Tacoma the roof paint has been peeling up and the roof rusting --- ## [2020 Toyota Highlander - Microphone issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-microphone-issue/189632)
**Author:** [@Aeroscoutip](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aeroscoutip)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-highlander-microphone-issue/189632 "2023-03-17T02:40:18Z")
I had the opposite problem at the dealership. I explained the microphone didn’t work for Bluetooth nor Hands-free mode. I have had to trouble-shoot many electronics related issues on cars, helicopters and airplanes. Yo… --- ## [Timing belt is tight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-is-tight/189567)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-is-tight/189567 "2023-03-19T02:33:23Z")
I loosen the tensioner yet when I try to put the belt it’s super tight and won’t let me put it over the crankshaft; do y’all have any tricks to let me manage to put the belt over the gear --- ## [Key wont turn in the ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-turn-in-the-ignition/189461)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-turn-in-the-ignition/189461 "2023-03-19T02:20:37Z")
2007 Silverado 1500 Classic, 280k miles 5.3, auto. I have one key that would sometimes not turn in the ignition, like it was the wrong key. I’d pull it out, turn it over and reinsert and it worked fine. None of the ot… --- ## [How do you release fuel system pressure - 2009 Pontiac Vibe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-release-fuel-system-pressure-2009-pontiac-vibe/189656)
**Author:** [@car1time](https://community.cartalk.com/u/car1time)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2023, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-release-fuel-system-pressure-2009-pontiac-vibe/189656 "2023-03-19T00:40:13Z")
I am trying to discharge the fuel pressure to change the fuel rail damper. And there are multiple fuses labeled ‘Fuel Injection System’ in the manual. I’m not sure which one to remove or do I remove all of them? --- ## [Who should pay the bill?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-should-pay-the-bill/189578)
**Author:** [@matthew.hand\_184467](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthew.hand_184467)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-should-pay-the-bill/189578 "2023-03-18T22:36:12Z")
Its a ceed, but wasn’t an option for some reason. I gave my car to a local garage who replaced my clutch and did a major service. When i got my car back, the reversing lights, the reversing camera and the reversing sens… --- ## [2001 Mercury Grand Marquis - Exhaust in cabin, loud exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-exhaust-in-cabin-loud-exhaust/189598)
**Author:** [@2001mercurygrand4.6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2001mercurygrand4.6)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-exhaust-in-cabin-loud-exhaust/189598 "2023-03-18T03:16:07Z")
smoking drivers floorboard ,sounds like hole in exhaust --- ## [Lots of codes. Thoughts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-codes-thoughts/189601)
**Author:** [@medicaljohnny\_184484](https://community.cartalk.com/u/medicaljohnny_184484)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lots-of-codes-thoughts/189601 "2023-03-18T02:19:23Z")
Well, guys, sadly I’m stumped on this one. I bought a 2007 3L V6 Ford Escape 4wd that wouldn’t turn on for $800. I have it running now, fixed a good few things on it. The previous owners warned the tranny was possibly sl… --- ## [99 accord 2.3 ulev vtec p1259](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-accord-2-3-ulev-vtec-p1259/189612)
**Author:** [@g.flores2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/g.flores2000)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2023, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-accord-2-3-ulev-vtec-p1259/189612 "2023-03-18T00:03:28Z")
Hello. I recently bought a 99 accord sedan 2.3 ulev vtec (f23a) 5mt. The guy I bought it from said the only code was for the o2 sensor and he had a scanner hooked up so I didn’t bother to check because why would he lie w… --- ## [Fuel pump getting power, but NOT running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-getting-power-but-not-running/83835)
**Author:** [@JMHelgeson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JMHelgeson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-getting-power-but-not-running/83835 "2023-03-17T23:55:33Z")
Hello all, I created an account just for the sake of getting help with this tricky problem... I have a '95 Chevy Caprice Classic 4.3L Sedan, and it cranks but does not start. This started happening after about a year o… --- ## [2017 VW golf, suspension “creak” over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-vw-golf-suspension-creak-over-bumps/189483)
**Author:** [@gnyqyar038\_181857](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gnyqyar038_181857)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-vw-golf-suspension-creak-over-bumps/189483 "2023-03-17T23:24:30Z")
Hey y’all, have had this “problem” since I’ve owned the car. Has never actually caused any problems, but it starting to drive me insane. Usually when I drive over bumps, entering driveways, or drive on bumpier roads, my … --- ## [1996 Sliverado K2500 Starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-sliverado-k2500-starting-issue/189630)
**Author:** [@jsupstarz\_184505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsupstarz_184505)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-sliverado-k2500-starting-issue/189630 "2023-03-17T23:14:01Z")
After a hard time plowing and getting stuck finally got truck back up driveway, I have a long steep driveway. Thought it was out of gas because on the way up it was cutting power like it was going to die. Parked it. Put … --- ## [Best Way to Clean an Oil Drip Tray?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-clean-an-oil-drip-tray/189517)
**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-clean-an-oil-drip-tray/189517 "2023-03-17T10:18:06Z")
Hi I have a quick question - what’s the best way to clean an oil drip tray like this one? There’s a bunch of oil on it as to be expected :slight\_smile: power washing? Maybe just paper towels and some elbow grease? Thanks… --- ## [1988 Chrysler Lebaron 2.5L changed the valve cover gasket, now it dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-chrysler-lebaron-2-5l-changed-the-valve-cover-gasket-now-it-dies/189480)
**Author:** [@masam\_184381](https://community.cartalk.com/u/masam_184381)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-chrysler-lebaron-2-5l-changed-the-valve-cover-gasket-now-it-dies/189480 "2023-03-17T05:09:45Z")
so, i had this car gifted to me. previous owner told me it drinks oil like a vampire to blood! he took it to Firestone, and they said that it might be the Valve Cover Gasket that is at fault. (please feel free to correc… --- ## [2019 Subaru Legacy - Clock and Metric units](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-legacy-clock-and-metric-units/189557)
**Author:** [@LawrenceVedder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LawrenceVedder)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-legacy-clock-and-metric-units/189557 "2023-03-17T01:47:55Z")
Manual clock adjustment won’t work. Tire pressure monitor reports metric measurements --- ## [2005 Dodge Ram 1500 - Won't go into any gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-wont-go-into-any-gear/189625)
**Author:** [@rdsmith002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rdsmith002)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-wont-go-into-any-gear/189625 "2023-03-17T01:30:50Z")
parked,went to leave and it wont go into any gear, drive or reverse or 4 wheel drive , was perfect,shift cable seems fine its moving as it should. --- ## [Ford escape 2007 tranny?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-2007-tranny/189626)
**Author:** [@medicaljohnny\_184484](https://community.cartalk.com/u/medicaljohnny_184484)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-2007-tranny/189626 "2023-03-17T01:03:51Z")
Alright friends. I have an update on my 2007 escape. In park, each wheel off the ground does not spin in front but will in back. Hard job shifting, Im assuming. Sometimes does okay but sometimes doesnt wanna drive forwar… --- ## [2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD - USB lottery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-usb-lottery/189572)
**Author:** [@JackMcwhorter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JackMcwhorter)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-usb-lottery/189572 "2023-03-17T00:34:45Z")
Only a few usb sticks will work. All others not recognized. --- ## [2020 Jeep Gladiator - Windshield woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-jeep-gladiator-windshield-woes/188946)
**Author:** [@kdo8446](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kdo8446)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2023, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-jeep-gladiator-windshield-woes/188946 "2023-03-17T00:28:50Z")
I have replaced 4 windshields in 1.5 years where the windshield cracks in the middle of the windshield while sitting at a stop light or sitting getting gas, always sitting, no impacts to the windshield, and it will start… --- ## [Chrysler 300 crank no start no codes checked most everything?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300-crank-no-start-no-codes-checked-most-everything/189553)
**Author:** [@Emilyfahrenkrug289](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emilyfahrenkrug289)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2023, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300-crank-no-start-no-codes-checked-most-everything/189553 "2023-03-16T02:16:17Z")
So my chrysler 300 is in a crabk no start condition. I changed the crankshaft position sensor, changed the throttle body, and the accelerator pedal, changed the spark plugs and coil packs, checked the injectors, changed … --- ## [Is it possible to restore a car that's been sitting for 10 years?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-restore-a-car-thats-been-sitting-for-10-years/180183)
**Author:** [@okok144](https://community.cartalk.com/u/okok144)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2023, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-restore-a-car-thats-been-sitting-for-10-years/180183 "2023-03-16T00:29:29Z")
Hey, first post here. Neighbor has a 80’s Seville that has been parked outside for around 10 years. I was looking to get a project car to learn how to work on, would this car be a good idea or no? I have done oil changes… --- ## [Hot problems and cold problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-problems-and-cold-problems/189570)
**Author:** [@hagenboggs\_176715](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hagenboggs_176715)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2023, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-problems-and-cold-problems/189570 "2023-03-15T22:03:27Z")
I’ve got a 2016 Crosstrek that has, as the title suggests, a hot problem and a cold problem. The hot problem is that my AC compressor has completely seized. My local mechanic informed me that when a compressor fails and… --- ## [2012 Dodge D150 - How do I change this bulb?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-d150-how-do-i-change-this-bulb/189607)
**Author:** [@T.S.Felts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T.S.Felts)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2023, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-d150-how-do-i-change-this-bulb/189607 "2023-03-15T20:23:02Z")
How do you change a tail lite bulb --- ## [2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser - Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pt-cruiser-battery-drain/189584)
**Author:** [@JackJill74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JackJill74)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pt-cruiser-battery-drain/189584 "2023-03-14T21:44:15Z")
Battery goes dead if left in garage for a week or two.small electric drain? --- ## [2021 Hyundai Tucson - What are the recalls?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-hyundai-tucson-what-are-the-recalls/189548)
**Author:** [@Dottie46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dottie46)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-hyundai-tucson-what-are-the-recalls/189548 "2023-03-14T19:39:23Z")
What are the recalls --- ## [Seeking advice on car A/C repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-on-car-a-c-repair/184262)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-on-car-a-c-repair/184262 "2023-03-14T18:22:13Z")
This is in regard to a 2004 Corolla. This car has always had a slow leak in the A/C system, and needed refrigerant added every few years since new. I took it to the dealer for service a few times while it was under war… --- ## [What are some effective solutions for dealing with tree sap on your car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-some-effective-solutions-for-dealing-with-tree-sap-on-your-car/189568)
**Author:** [@Daniel-Yarrington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel-Yarrington)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-some-effective-solutions-for-dealing-with-tree-sap-on-your-car/189568 "2023-03-14T16:10:02Z")
Hello, I’m seeking advice on how to handle tree sap dropping on my car, whether at home or work. It’s challenging to remove, and I’ve tried bug and tar remover to no avail. The only effective way I’ve found is soaking t… --- ## [Is the timing good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-timing-good/189575)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2023, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-timing-good/189575 "2023-03-14T00:46:49Z")
Is the timing good? As you could tell the cam is off by a little [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=103) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=105)