# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1042 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1043 --- ## [Should I flush and replace the transmission fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-flush-and-replace-the-transmission-fluid/93740)
**Author:** [@s33kn3w](https://community.cartalk.com/u/s33kn3w)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2016, 6:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-flush-and-replace-the-transmission-fluid/93740 "2016-07-05T06:36:41Z")
Hi - I have a 2002 Honda Accord SE Sedan. 119K miles. The transmission slips sometimes especially when I start after stopping at a red light. My mechanic recommended not to change the transmission fluid as the transmissi… --- ## [Where does a tire's sidewall end and the trad begin?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-does-a-tires-sidewall-end-and-the-trad-begin/93716)
**Author:** [@bzb882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzb882)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-does-a-tires-sidewall-end-and-the-trad-begin/93716 "2016-07-04T23:47:15Z")
Picked up a screw today in one of the Michelin's on my '04 Camry. The screw is in the outermost tread about 1/4" away from the channel next to it (i.e., much closer to the channel than to the sidewall). Its under a roa… --- ## [How to choose tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-choose-tires/93723)
**Author:** [@infinitestrings](https://community.cartalk.com/u/infinitestrings)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-choose-tires/93723 "2016-07-04T21:19:54Z")
Hi everyone, I'm a total n00b to car ownership & maintenance. I ran over something yesterday that punctured one of my rear tires, and the AAA guy who just came to put my spare on doesn't think it can be repaired. I'm g… --- ## [What causes tire valve stem leaks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-tire-valve-stem-leaks/93734)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-tire-valve-stem-leaks/93734 "2016-07-04T19:22:15Z")
I bought new tires a year ago and all 4 valve stems were leaking, I had them all replaced a few weeks ago and another one started leaking again. What causes them to leak? --- ## [Random clicking noise under dashboard of 2011 ford expedition el](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-clicking-noise-under-dashboard-of-2011-ford-expedition-el/93730)
**Author:** [@Dougadams78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dougadams78)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 10:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-clicking-noise-under-dashboard-of-2011-ford-expedition-el/93730 "2016-07-04T10:28:12Z")
Hello, Was driving to the beach yesterday with the family. About 15 minutes into the trip started hearing a random clicking or tapping noise that sounds like it is right under the dashboard. There are no lights showi… --- ## [1994 Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-altima/93732)
**Author:** [@Jacob\_22802](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacob_22802)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-altima/93732 "2016-07-04T03:27:41Z")
My 1994 Nissan Altima is a great little car with an unknown number of miles, though my best estimate is around 150k. Every time the air conditioner compressor kicks in it drags the engine down significantly when at idle,… --- ## [Tires and sizes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-and-sizes/93733)
**Author:** [@CCarter98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CCarter98)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-and-sizes/93733 "2016-07-04T02:07:41Z")
I bought my car with aftermarket 18 inch tires and rims but had to take them off and put the originals back on because they were rubbing and bending the top of my wheel well when I would turn, I really like the aftermark… --- ## ['97 Pathfinder Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-pathfinder-leak/93726)
**Author:** [@jaybobo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaybobo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2016, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-pathfinder-leak/93726 "2016-07-04T00:44:49Z")
Can someone please identify what this hose is for me? https://s32.postimg.org/ndz2id95h/Leak.jpg The fluid leaking from it is dark brown, but seems more watery than oil. --- ## [AC acting weird, any ideas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-acting-weird-any-ideas/93727)
**Author:** [@Bennyb98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bennyb98)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-acting-weird-any-ideas/93727 "2016-07-03T17:02:28Z")
So today my AC started acting weird. I was out driving (I am in Florida) and i had the AC cranked up to full blast as usual however we were having a thunderstorm so the windows started to fog a bit so I switched over to… --- ## [Cost of Car Parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-car-parts/93714)
**Author:** [@Requires-Too-Much-Thought](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Requires-Too-Much-Thought)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 9:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-car-parts/93714 "2016-07-03T09:35:15Z")
I own a 2013 Ford Fiesta which is, I believe, the cheapest Ford car sold in the U. S. Below is a chart of 12 randomly chosen parts (except for 2 that were intentionally chosen) from the Fiesta. Also included is the che… --- ## [Need an opinion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-an-opinion/93722)
**Author:** [@trbrown716](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trbrown716)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-an-opinion/93722 "2016-07-03T07:50:27Z")
I am to take a road trip within the next week, but recently my vehicle had been running hot and leaking coolant. I only discovered this problem when I turned on my A/C. I diagnosed the problem that the seal on my radiato… --- ## [Mechanical mystery..?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-mystery/93684)
**Author:** [@Elsey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elsey)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2016, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-mystery/93684 "2016-07-03T01:34:33Z")
I have a 2009 Subaru Legacy...For the last month it has randomly not started ...usually after doing several home visits with client !,,!not handy :frowning: I got a new battery, my alternator and starter check out O… --- ## [Loud rumbling noise coming from rear of 2006 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rumbling-noise-coming-from-rear-of-2006-subaru-outback/93704)
**Author:** [@jackwarner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jackwarner)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2016, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rumbling-noise-coming-from-rear-of-2006-subaru-outback/93704 "2016-07-02T19:13:03Z")
I have a 2006 Subaru Outback. When I start it, it makes a constant rather loud rumbling noise that seems to be coming from the rear of the car. I can feel a little vibration through the steering wheel, but when I put the… --- ## [Self-leveling shocks not working Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-leveling-shocks-not-working-buick-lucerne/93569)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2016, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-leveling-shocks-not-working-buick-lucerne/93569 "2016-07-02T06:31:06Z")
I just put new rear air shocks on my Buick Lucerne. I noticed the back in my car bounced more than once when I tested them. After starting the car I hear the air compressor run for about five seconds. This seems to have … --- ## [Volkswagen Dieselgate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-dieselgate/93706)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2016, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-dieselgate/93706 "2016-07-02T05:32:12Z")
Now that VW has announced their offer of settlement to owners, what should the owners of VW diesels do? Accept the $5000+ and get the car "fixed" when the "fix" is ready? Accept the $5000+ and do nothing further Sell … --- ## [Body shop takes too long to repair! what can i ask them for?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-shop-takes-too-long-to-repair-what-can-i-ask-them-for/93707)
**Author:** [@spinach797](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spinach797)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2016, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-shop-takes-too-long-to-repair-what-can-i-ask-them-for/93707 "2016-07-02T00:38:23Z")
brought a new honda civic 2016 on Feb but just got hit in an accident at 4/22/16, and my car was towed to body shop at the same day. They said in will be 10 days work at 5/15. But at 5/20 they claimed that it will be mor… --- ## [Air Conditioning?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning/93701)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning/93701 "2016-07-01T23:23:24Z")
2005 model vehicle , no pressure in ac system , no history on vehicle so don't know if a small leak over a long period of time or a larger leak . My understanding is most vehicle ac systems leak at least a little & may n… --- ## [Will a electric impact driver remove lug nuts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-electric-impact-driver-remove-lug-nuts/93661)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-a-electric-impact-driver-remove-lug-nuts/93661 "2016-07-01T18:24:53Z")
I was thinking of buying a electric impact driver that uses a cord, instead of a cordless one, because I am sick of taking off my lug nuts by hand. I was going to get eithor a 1/4 inch or 1/2 electric model by porter cab… --- ## [How big of a air compressor do you need for a impact driver?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-a-air-compressor-do-you-need-for-a-impact-driver/93689)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-a-air-compressor-do-you-need-for-a-impact-driver/93689 "2016-07-01T18:15:27Z")
After some discussion I am thinking of getting a air impact driver rather than an electric one for removing lug nuts and associated things on my car. What size air compressor should I get? I would prefer to get one smal… --- ## [1998 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 manual trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-wrangler-4-0-manual-trans/93691)
**Author:** [@lanedans1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lanedans1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 9:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-wrangler-4-0-manual-trans/93691 "2016-07-01T09:19:05Z")
I have a 4.0 6 cyl. Jeep wrangler manual transmission. When the jeep is driven in higher RPM close to redline the jeep sputters a bit (doesn't have full power at or close to redline). Is this a governor or does the jeep … --- ## [2014 Focus clutch rebuild leads to failed wheel bearing and CV?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-focus-clutch-rebuild-leads-to-failed-wheel-bearing-and-cv/93703)
**Author:** [@CNSNTR8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CNSNTR8)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 7:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-focus-clutch-rebuild-leads-to-failed-wheel-bearing-and-cv/93703 "2016-07-01T07:47:15Z")
My question is what could cause a wheel bearing and CV joint to fail immediately after a clutch replacement and a general inspection? So I brought my 2014 focus with under 50000 miles in due to the normal transmission is… --- ## [Exhaust repair questions/ suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-repair-questions-suggestions/93675)
**Author:** [@Mac\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mac_B)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 7:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-repair-questions-suggestions/93675 "2016-07-01T07:37:21Z")
Hello, my exhaust broke apart today and was hoping you guys could give me a repair suggestion. I've been researching a few different things like wraps, and some come with a repair compound and wrap. Open to any suggestio… --- ## [What is the normal operating temperatures for the front disk brakes of a 99 Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-normal-operating-temperatures-for-the-front-disk-brakes-of-a-99-camry/93680)
**Author:** [@99Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/99Camry)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-normal-operating-temperatures-for-the-front-disk-brakes-of-a-99-camry/93680 "2016-07-01T06:12:48Z")
I just had a brake job done last week on my 99 Camry, the left front rotors were replaced, the disk was "recut", and a brake system was flushed. The rotors had excessive wear on them, the right front rotors were fine. B… --- ## [Problems with flimsy gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-flimsy-gaskets/93678)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-flimsy-gaskets/93678 "2016-07-01T04:24:31Z")
Sometimes I run into a little setback when doing diy'er auto repairs where a gasket is configured with narrow strips, and when it's time to put the two pieces together and sandwich the gasket in between those strips te… --- ## [How can I temporarely fix broke brake line on a 1995 Honda accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-temporarely-fix-broke-brake-line-on-a-1995-honda-accord/93694)
**Author:** [@cadane33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cadane33)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2016, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-temporarely-fix-broke-brake-line-on-a-1995-honda-accord/93694 "2016-07-01T02:35:32Z")
I have a 95 Honda accord wagon. There's a clamp that holds up the brake line in the rear /middle of the car. . Its a rusted line. The clamp has rubbed a hole, and when I touched it, it broke. It is a little hard to get… --- ## [Keyless entry and push button start problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-and-push-button-start-problem/93697)
**Author:** [@psanzone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psanzone)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2016, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-and-push-button-start-problem/93697 "2016-06-30T21:11:02Z")
So my daughter has a Subaru Outback with keyless entry and push button start, and her battery kept dying overnight. It turns out that she was keeping her second key fob within 10 feet of the car, so the car's electrical… --- ## [Trying to charge car battery, but with a Chinese charger and I don't know what the heck is going on!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-charge-car-battery-but-with-a-chinese-charger-and-i-dont-know-what-the-heck-is-going-on/93692)
**Author:** [@herojig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/herojig)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2016, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-charge-car-battery-but-with-a-chinese-charger-and-i-dont-know-what-the-heck-is-going-on/93692 "2016-06-30T18:57:38Z")
I have a quick charger used to supplement the charging of inverter batteries used to run my home here in Nepal, and my car battery died so I decided to try and charge the battery using that. But everything is in Chinese … --- ## [Low beam bulb failure on 2011 Volvo C70](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-bulb-failure-on-2011-volvo-c70/93596)
**Author:** [@Betzy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Betzy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2016, 9:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-bulb-failure-on-2011-volvo-c70/93596 "2016-06-30T09:48:44Z")
For several months I would intermittently get a message saying "Bulb failure, Low beam". It would go off and not reappear for a few weeks and then it got to where the message would come on and after a few hours it would … --- ## [1997 Chevrolet C1500 failure to communicate and failure to pass emissions testing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-c1500-failure-to-communicate-and-failure-to-pass-emissions-testing/93630)
**Author:** [@part-throttle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/part-throttle)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2016, 8:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-c1500-failure-to-communicate-and-failure-to-pass-emissions-testing/93630 "2016-06-30T08:45:13Z")
I have a 1997 Chevrolet C1500 with a 305 that is failing emissions. Only one mechanic can get a reading off the computer, everybody else's diagnostic tools come up with a failure to communicate code. The one mechanic tha… --- ## [2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Brake Light Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-suzuki-grand-vitara-brake-light-issue/93698)
**Author:** [@Substance\_P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Substance_P)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2016, 8:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-suzuki-grand-vitara-brake-light-issue/93698 "2016-06-30T08:05:58Z")
I'm having brake light issues with a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The brake light fuse keeps blowing. The last time driven with me following the driver side brake light was dimmer than the passenger side. At one stop the dr… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1041) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1043)