# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1046 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1047 --- ## [Car shakes when it rattles and rolls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shakes-when-it-rattles-and-rolls/93324)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2016, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shakes-when-it-rattles-and-rolls/93324 "2016-06-17T04:07:47Z")
I have been experiencing this for about 12 months… But now I have new tires that have been balanced twice by two separate shops. I'm still getting a wobble from the right front at about 65 miles an hour. The original tir… --- ## [Battery keeps dieng](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-keeps-dieng/93564)
**Author:** [@gabe210](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gabe210)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2016, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-keeps-dieng/93564 "2016-06-17T01:46:42Z")
it runs for like ten or fifteen minutes then starts to die what could it be or how can i figure out what keeps killing the battery --- ## [Windshield wipers are staging a protest when it rains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-are-staging-a-protest-when-it-rains/93562)
**Author:** [@beepbeeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beepbeeep)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-are-staging-a-protest-when-it-rains/93562 "2016-06-16T23:58:28Z")
I have a 2011 Ford Fusion SE, and a couple weeks ago the wipers started behaving erratically. They always work, but they'll pause for a beat or two for no reason, or they'll work at a slower speed than the one I've set t… --- ## [Park doesn't work - Toyota Camry 06](https://community.cartalk.com/t/park-doesnt-work-toyota-camry-06/93494)
**Author:** [@Cartalkrocks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cartalkrocks)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/park-doesnt-work-toyota-camry-06/93494 "2016-06-16T23:47:30Z")
Hi Experts, I need help with my 06 Camry. Last winter, I ran into a pile of snow and got stuck. I accidentally switched gears from R and D without going to neutral and this is when the issue started. When I switch to Par… --- ## ['97 Taurus GL Wagon, 3.0L, 226k: Compression Test Results, Perspective, and Opinions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-taurus-gl-wagon-3-0l-226k-compression-test-results-perspective-and-opinions/92969)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-taurus-gl-wagon-3-0l-226k-compression-test-results-perspective-and-opinions/92969 "2016-06-16T17:19:09Z")
Attached is recent compression test results. Car started pumping white smoke out exhaust (and firewall side of engine, but probably exhaust manifold) very suddenly and noticeably about 3 weeks ago along with new tapping… --- ## [Camry 99 LX 2.2L died while running, won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-99-lx-2-2l-died-while-running-wont-start/93553)
**Author:** [@soopereron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/soopereron)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 8:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-99-lx-2-2l-died-while-running-wont-start/93553 "2016-06-16T08:07:14Z")
Hi, I have a Camry 99, LX 2.2L (99k miles on it) that just died while I was puling out of my driveway. Unfortunately, it wont start anymore. I had problems with alternator for the past 2 years. Last year I just replaced … --- ## [Radiator overflow mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-overflow-mystery/93551)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-overflow-mystery/93551 "2016-06-16T07:23:39Z")
1999 Honda CRV. Took it in for an oil change last month, then next day took a long road trip. After the first half of the trip, I opened the hood and saw colored fluid sprayed all over the front of the engine. It seemed … --- ## [Vacuum Line Configuration on 302 V8 Ford Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-line-configuration-on-302-v8-ford-truck/92634)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-line-configuration-on-302-v8-ford-truck/92634 "2016-06-16T04:28:24Z")
I need help understanding how the vacuum system works on my truck. 40+ year old Ford, 4WD, 302 V8, C4 Automatic, Motocraft 2150 carburetor. Is there any rhyme or reason to how it all fits together? What is the purpose… --- ## [ACCORD 04 EX v4 Shift stick in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-04-ex-v4-shift-stick-in-park/93555)
**Author:** [@Novice\_Mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Novice_Mechanic)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-04-ex-v4-shift-stick-in-park/93555 "2016-06-16T03:34:54Z")
The shift button broke off. I tried pressing down lever next to shifter. no luck. I removed the shift handle, then pressed down on metal bar. It worked. Is this a manufacturer defect eg air bag and covered by warranty? … --- ## [Does the Break-In Period extend if the car used on a long trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-the-break-in-period-extend-if-the-car-used-on-a-long-trip/93549)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-the-break-in-period-extend-if-the-car-used-on-a-long-trip/93549 "2016-06-16T02:38:50Z")
I have a newish vehicle and I'm trying to determine when the break-in period ends. The break-in period for this vehicle is approximately 1,000 miles (stay well below the red line, no sudden stops, no towing, no engine b… --- ## [2014 Camry Rear Defogger Contact?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-camry-rear-defogger-contact/93554)
**Author:** [@ASH786](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ASH786)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-camry-rear-defogger-contact/93554 "2016-06-16T02:20:44Z")
My rear defogger stopped working after I got the car back from collision repair. I'm trying to see if I can resolve this matter by myself before having to take it back. I've noticed that there is no rear defogger contact… --- ## [Someone must have put a hex on my 1998 Plymouth Neon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-must-have-put-a-hex-on-my-1998-plymouth-neon/93419)
**Author:** [@ghviz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ghviz)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2016, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/someone-must-have-put-a-hex-on-my-1998-plymouth-neon/93419 "2016-06-16T01:24:30Z")
Ok, so this is what I have been noticing, and I would like to know if anyone has any thoughts or ideas. I thought my little vehicle was doing better, but unfortunately it still has a similar problem. I will give you all … --- ## [2014 Ram 1500 3.6L V6, 4X4 Crew Cab: Will not crank even though battery seems to be in good shape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-3-6l-v6-4x4-crew-cab-will-not-crank-even-though-battery-seems-to-be-in-good-shape/93499)
**Author:** [@Bill\_Krishaan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill_Krishaan)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-3-6l-v6-4x4-crew-cab-will-not-crank-even-though-battery-seems-to-be-in-good-shape/93499 "2016-06-15T23:27:07Z")
I purchased this Ram 1500 truck about 1.5 months back, from CarMax with about 20k miles. Beautiful vehicle; everything has been great until this morning when I tried to start the vehicle using the remote start feature. Y… --- ## [89 F150 Oil Pressure Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/89-f150-oil-pressure-question/93530)
**Author:** [@jasonsgroovemachine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonsgroovemachine)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/89-f150-oil-pressure-question/93530 "2016-06-15T21:56:18Z")
So I've done a bunch of looking around for what, I hope, to be a good answer to this and basically what I've heard is that "If you have it, it's good... if you don't, it's bad." - Super helpful that. My 89 F150, upon … --- ## [Replacement tires for AWS vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-tires-for-aws-vehicle/93544)
**Author:** [@Boomps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boomps)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-tires-for-aws-vehicle/93544 "2016-06-15T15:44:27Z")
I was told by a discount tire store that when I needed to replace one tire that I should replace all four. They said that not doing so might damage the differential or transmission. Is this correct? --- ## [Spray in bed liner for an old truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spray-in-bed-liner-for-an-old-truck/93540)
**Author:** [@Cholly-Olly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cholly-Olly)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 8:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spray-in-bed-liner-for-an-old-truck/93540 "2016-06-15T08:40:19Z")
I have a 14 year old truck. I'd like to get a bed liner. I don't want to spend $400 for a lifetime warranty job for a truck that may not last long. How about the "do it yourself" spray in bed liners? Can any offer any… --- ## [Loud RATTLING NOISE FROM BACK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rattling-noise-from-back/93534)
**Author:** [@Corolla\_4\_Mee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Corolla_4_Mee)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rattling-noise-from-back/93534 "2016-06-15T07:43:54Z")
I hear a loud Rattling noise from back of 09 Corolla,when I put it in gear- just came out of nowhere -Help --- ## [2004 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic/93532)
**Author:** [@Yeldarb2741](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yeldarb2741)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic/93532 "2016-06-15T07:31:35Z")
Hello everyone, needing some guidance here. I have a 2004 Honda Civic. I just drove the car to Texas this weekend, 1800+ miles. On the way home it started to overheat if I was going slow, 45MPH or less. I pulled over, sh… --- ## [Car maintenance costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-maintenance-costs/93498)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-maintenance-costs/93498 "2016-06-15T06:43:35Z")
Interesting study on 10-year costs to maintain different brands. Pretty much fits everything we've been saying (European luxury $$$, Japanese $): https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/the-most-and-least-expensive-cars-to-… --- ## [2005 Jeep Liberty Air Conditioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-air-conditioning/93539)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-air-conditioning/93539 "2016-06-15T05:21:50Z")
How would a pro approach repairing an ac with no history on the vehicle & no pressure in the system . I am prepared to pull a vacuum & repair leaks if found . What I can't find is the correct approach to adding or not a… --- ## [Replacing brake drum; not enough clearance past new shoes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-brake-drum-not-enough-clearance-past-new-shoes/93515)
**Author:** [@Bluegill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bluegill)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-brake-drum-not-enough-clearance-past-new-shoes/93515 "2016-06-15T03:04:25Z")
Hi everyone, I'm almost done replacing my rear brake shoes and wheel cylinders (one cylinder was leaking), and it went without a hitch until I tried to get the drums back on the car. The drum gets hung up on the shoes … --- ## [2003 Subaru Forester A/C problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-a-c-problem/93541)
**Author:** [@Clint\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clint_S)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-a-c-problem/93541 "2016-06-15T02:48:51Z")
I have a 2003 Subaru Forester. It will cool just fine while not moving. It will also cool just fine if I'm coasting down a hill with my foot off the gas. However, on the highway I have intermittent cooling. It cools … --- ## [Aluminum Ford bed vs Chevy steel bed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aluminum-ford-bed-vs-chevy-steel-bed/93512)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2016, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aluminum-ford-bed-vs-chevy-steel-bed/93512 "2016-06-15T02:15:50Z")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTm2F4ysQrE --- ## [Toyota Camry Humming Noise After Hitting Ditch/Rear Defroster Not Working After Rear Boddy Work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-humming-noise-after-hitting-ditch-rear-defroster-not-working-after-rear-boddy-work/93189)
**Author:** [@ASH786](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ASH786)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-humming-noise-after-hitting-ditch-rear-defroster-not-working-after-rear-boddy-work/93189 "2016-06-14T16:05:04Z")
I have a couple of things going on with my 2014 Toyota Camry. My car was in a recent rear end collision and I noticed the other day that my rear window defroster is no longer working. I waited 15 to 20 minutes and still … --- ## [Radiator Fluid Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fluid-change/93523)
**Author:** [@sjd181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjd181)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fluid-change/93523 "2016-06-14T15:33:18Z")
I have a GM vehicle. I had the Dex Cool fluid replaced at 70,000 miles. A local garage changed the fluid and probably used aftermarket product. Owners manual says that the fluid should be changed every 30,000 miles or 5 … --- ## [Lean bank 1 sensor 1...could it be catalytic converter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lean-bank-1-sensor-1-could-it-be-catalytic-converter/93520)
**Author:** [@doorhandle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doorhandle)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 8:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lean-bank-1-sensor-1-could-it-be-catalytic-converter/93520 "2016-06-14T08:26:45Z")
My car is at the shop right now and I just need some advice so I don't get taken advantage of. My car is a 2002 toyota camry 4 cyl I am getting a code P0171 for lean bank 1 sensor 1. I have replaced the fuel filter, … --- ## [Honda Accord 2000 Won't Start After Sitting for 4 months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2000-wont-start-after-sitting-for-4-months/93533)
**Author:** [@RMTrojan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RMTrojan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2016, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2000-wont-start-after-sitting-for-4-months/93533 "2016-06-14T03:33:42Z")
Hi all, Looking for some help & direction here. Car ran great prior to sitting for 4 months. Tried to jump it and it wouldn't turn over, so i figure the battery was dead. I replaced the batter with a new one, had fresh… --- ## [Ford Ranger Smoke Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-smoke-problem/93531)
**Author:** [@Tbarge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tbarge)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2016, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-smoke-problem/93531 "2016-06-13T23:17:29Z")
I've had my 2001 Ford Ranger for almost a year now 240,000 miles, almost no problems until now. It doesn't overheat, but smoke is coming from the hood and smells like burning oil EVERYTIME I start it up & drive it. I don… --- ## [Misfire on 98 Mazda Protege](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-on-98-mazda-protege/93526)
**Author:** [@mystic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mystic)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2016, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-on-98-mazda-protege/93526 "2016-06-13T23:07:17Z")
Hey guys, About two weeks ago I noticed the engine idle start to hesitate but ONLY while idling. I was sort of leaning towards the distributor cap or rotor but that didn't add up because in the past when either of the… --- ## [1997 Subaru Legacy Won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-wont-start/93509)
**Author:** [@sophiep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sophiep)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2016, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-wont-start/93509 "2016-06-13T22:14:22Z")
All lights/radio etc. come on but my car won't start at all. There's a leak in the engine (see photo) and I'm wondering if this is the problem...or an additional problem and if it's something I could fix on my own. Any t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1045) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1047)