# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1058 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1059 --- ## [Confirmed, rack and pinion need replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirmed-rack-and-pinion-need-replaced/92989)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirmed-rack-and-pinion-need-replaced/92989 "2016-04-15T18:57:04Z")
Just finished up at third different shop having my steering inspected due to sticky, to sluggish issues with turning left. All three said the same thing, replace R&P and the high presure lines. What all three didn't ag… --- ## [Jeep CAM sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cam-sensor/93009)
**Author:** [@juliannefl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/juliannefl)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-cam-sensor/93009 "2016-04-15T18:36:22Z")
I have an '03 Jeep Grand Cherokee that has twice had issues with hesitating while driving (like it's not getting gas--tank is full), then starts rattling, then dies. I had it towed to the shop 3 weeks ago. "loss of cam … --- ## [Excessive Brake Pad Wear 1999 Pontiac Bonneville](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-brake-pad-wear-1999-pontiac-bonneville/93006)
**Author:** [@marktwark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktwark)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-brake-pad-wear-1999-pontiac-bonneville/93006 "2016-04-15T07:31:20Z")
I replaced the front brake pads and rotors on a 99 Bonneville about a year ago. The outside pad on the passenger side has worn completely out and has ruined the rotor. The inside pad on the same side looks fresh. Everyth… --- ## [Low beam headlights on Buick LaCrosse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-headlights-on-buick-lacrosse/92994)
**Author:** [@stormchaser88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stormchaser88)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beam-headlights-on-buick-lacrosse/92994 "2016-04-15T06:53:07Z")
I have a 2006 Buick LaCrosse. The low beam headlights have stopped working. I thought that maybe the bulbs needed changed (since I usually have to change them every 6 months) but after changing one with a brand new bulb,… --- ## [Dropped Valve Stem Cap Into Tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropped-valve-stem-cap-into-tire/93024)
**Author:** [@iDriveA2014Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iDriveA2014Corolla)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropped-valve-stem-cap-into-tire/93024 "2016-04-15T06:23:02Z")
Hello, I was checking my tire pressure today and when putting the cap back in, I accidentally dropped it into the front right tire and can't get it out. Any advice? Thanks. --- ## [Starter will spin, but wont start engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-will-spin-but-wont-start-engine/92955)
**Author:** [@plowman02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plowman02)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-will-spin-but-wont-start-engine/92955 "2016-04-15T05:44:21Z")
I have a 1998 chevy blazer and I cant get it to start. I removed the starter and turned the key and can see the starter popping out and spinning, but when I put it back into the flywheel all I get is clicking noise(like … --- ## [Check your lugnuts!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-your-lugnuts/93034)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-your-lugnuts/93034 "2016-04-15T02:17:50Z")
The loss of a wheel on a US Army Humvee on the NJTP this afternoon had some serious consequences: http://www.nj.com/middlesex/index.ssf/2016/04/1\_seriously\_injured\_after\_truck\_overturns\_on\_turnp.html#incart\_2box\_nj-homep… --- ## [Water in turbocharger system - 2002 Dodge Ram](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-turbocharger-system-2002-dodge-ram/93022)
**Author:** [@kitcharles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kitcharles)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-turbocharger-system-2002-dodge-ram/93022 "2016-04-15T00:55:46Z")
I have been seeing water under the front of my truck for the last couple of weeks and monitored it very carefully. It appears to be coming from a rubber transition sleeve that is located just before the air enters the c… --- ## [01 toyota highlander mysterious starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-toyota-highlander-mysterious-starting-issue/93026)
**Author:** [@01highlander](https://community.cartalk.com/u/01highlander)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-toyota-highlander-mysterious-starting-issue/93026 "2016-04-15T00:44:19Z")
when i turn the ignition over to start the car does nothing. i can hear the fuel pump come on but NO other sounds whatsoever. if i hold the key in the starting position, after about 30 seconds to a minute it will start. … --- ## [2001 Jeep Cherokee sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jeep-cherokee-sport/93014)
**Author:** [@Big\_Sexy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Big_Sexy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2016, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jeep-cherokee-sport/93014 "2016-04-15T00:31:02Z")
Just bought this Jeep with 145K miles. Had radiator and all hoses replaced. The overflow tank is boiling over but the engine is not overheating. Safe to drive? What should I be checking for? --- ## [RPMs vs Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-vs-acceleration/93029)
**Author:** [@mfa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mfa)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-vs-acceleration/93029 "2016-04-14T21:27:53Z")
While driving, the rpms will shoot up while the speed/acceleration responds quite slowly. Any ideas why? --- ## [Engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light/93025)
**Author:** [@adampsey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adampsey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light/93025 "2016-04-14T07:30:23Z")
engine light on - computer says slightly lean fuel mix. loose battery cable tightened, engine light out. few weeks engine light on. same a month later. now engine light on need smog check - any ideas why light on and how… --- ## [Rodchester 4bbl carb vac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodchester-4bbl-carb-vac/93019)
**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodchester-4bbl-carb-vac/93019 "2016-04-14T06:51:28Z")
I have an 86 chevy 5L with 4bbl rebuilt Rodchester carb. The passenger side ported and non ported vacuum lines have no vac. Even when racing the throttle. My power brakes are working. I pinched off brake booster line… --- ## [Rusty Rotors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-rotors/93021)
**Author:** [@samicus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samicus)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2016, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-rotors/93021 "2016-04-14T05:01:42Z")
I left some new rotors outside for a few weeks before beginning to install them today. I thought they were sealed in plastic, but turns out they were just wrapped and some rain water got in and sat. I know rust isn't usu… --- ## [Dented Ball Joints](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-ball-joints/93012)
**Author:** [@samicus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samicus)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-ball-joints/93012 "2016-04-13T20:29:14Z")
I dented the top (not the stud side, don't know if top is the right word) of the ball joint a little bit. Did it while pressing it in to the control arm. The harder metal on the outside is fine, the softer metal in the c… --- ## [2004 Passat Whop Whop noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-passat-whop-whop-noise/93018)
**Author:** [@asamantha2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asamantha2008)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-passat-whop-whop-noise/93018 "2016-04-13T20:20:41Z")
I have a 2004 Passat 2 wheel drive. I've noticed when going around right hand corners there is a Whop Whop noise seeming to come from my passanger side front tire. If I he really slow you can not hear it while going arou… --- ## [1967 Mercury Cougar with 351 clevland](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1967-mercury-cougar-with-351-clevland/92972)
**Author:** [@JVitto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JVitto)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1967-mercury-cougar-with-351-clevland/92972 "2016-04-13T15:52:27Z")
So I recently picked this car up. It's a great ride But every morning I drive it to work (18 min) stopping at the jeffy shutting it off n starting it then to work with NO problems samething on the way home (without the j… --- ## [P0300 Random misfire while under load](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0300-random-misfire-while-under-load/93013)
**Author:** [@Duray90](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Duray90)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0300-random-misfire-while-under-load/93013 "2016-04-13T07:04:19Z")
2004 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 227,000 miles 6.0L V8. While driving up hills or increasing load, the CEL will flash multiple times, I pull over as I know CEL flashing is not good. I turn the truck off, allow it to sit for a … --- ## [De fogging Headlight lense product compariaon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/de-fogging-headlight-lense-product-compariaon/92930)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/de-fogging-headlight-lense-product-compariaon/92930 "2016-04-13T04:57:32Z")
Had Turtle wax headlight restorer, and meguires Plastx. meguires ruled, redid the turtle wax one with meguiar's , hand buffing with a paper towel, now I have cataracts, but not my car. Tried buffing with a dremel a coupl… --- ## [The case of the raising dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-case-of-the-raising-dipstick/92480)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-case-of-the-raising-dipstick/92480 "2016-04-13T01:45:43Z")
I have a 1997 Nissan pickup 2.4 4 cylinder that I've had several years . Mainly only gets used at my rural property . Doesn't smoke or use oil & seems to run well . Right now my son is using it daily . It has come to my… --- ## [Wire wheels with knockoff](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wire-wheels-with-knockoff/93015)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2016, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wire-wheels-with-knockoff/93015 "2016-04-12T22:37:17Z")
Anyone have any experience with old style wire wheels with a center knock off? Which way do you hit the knockoff on either side of the car? How does that work? Rocketman --- ## [93 Toyota P/U 22RE power loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-toyota-p-u-22re-power-loss/93003)
**Author:** [@HenryAbbott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryAbbott)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2016, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-toyota-p-u-22re-power-loss/93003 "2016-04-12T20:57:08Z")
Recently while driving my 93 Toyota Pickup, I experienced a loss of power. It is equipped with a 5 speed manual transmission and a 22RE engine. The engine has about 165K on it. Any ideas as to cause? I am aware that … --- ## [2006 Subaru Tribeca car bucking and accelerator stopped responding...help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-tribeca-car-bucking-and-accelerator-stopped-responding-help/92998)
**Author:** [@Dee\_H](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee_H)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2016, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-tribeca-car-bucking-and-accelerator-stopped-responding-help/92998 "2016-04-12T15:45:16Z")
I own a 2006 Subaru Tribeca with 125,000 miles. It has been well maintained and a great vehicle. On a recent long distance trip, after driving about 7 hours, going 70mph, the car started to buck and the accelerator stopp… --- ## [Gas tank issue in 2013 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-issue-in-2013-subaru-outback/93008)
**Author:** [@AHamel1976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AHamel1976)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2016, 7:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-tank-issue-in-2013-subaru-outback/93008 "2016-04-12T07:45:48Z")
First off, I want to say that we have tried different gas stations, different times of day and ensured that the lines are not kinked in any way. When my husband or I try to fill up our Subaru Outback, it stops very prem… --- ## [What are sway bar link pins?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-sway-bar-link-pins/93002)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2016, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-sway-bar-link-pins/93002 "2016-04-12T03:28:59Z")
I was told my sway bar link pins are broke in my 2003 impala. Can anyone give me an explanation of what that means in terms that someone with little automotive understanding will be able to grasp and what something like… --- ## [2008 Toyota Camry front suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-front-suspension/92993)
**Author:** [@Toyotachick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyotachick)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-front-suspension/92993 "2016-04-11T20:44:59Z")
Recently, I heard a very louse noise in my car, pulled over and had it towed to the Toyota dealership. I subsequently was not able to replicate it. They were not able to replicate the noise, but diagnosed my car (Toy… --- ## [F150 rolls when in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f150-rolls-when-in-park/92942)
**Author:** [@Ben\_H](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben_H)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f150-rolls-when-in-park/92942 "2016-04-11T19:26:28Z")
The other day I put my truck in park and it started to slowly roll, and while it did made a clicking noise from underneath, till it finally caught and stopped. About the same time, it would only start if I put the select… --- ## [Poor Gas Mileage on 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-gas-mileage-on-2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/93001)
**Author:** [@MadisonE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MadisonE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-gas-mileage-on-2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/93001 "2016-04-11T19:25:25Z")
Hey all, just purchased a pre-owned Santa Fe Sport 2.0L Turbo AWD a few days ago. It currently has 44k miles on it. I've been getting 14mpg city and 17mpg highway since I drove it off the lot... where it's supposed to be… --- ## [Trouble shoot window motor / wiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-shoot-window-motor-wiring/92995)
**Author:** [@Ridgeview](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ridgeview)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-shoot-window-motor-wiring/92995 "2016-04-11T05:42:28Z")
Problem: Toyota Sienna 1999 passenger side window won't activate. Driver side window works fine but passenger side window stopped working abruptly after removing door panel to work on exterior door handle. That was a … --- ## [Can someone tell me the name of this tool?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-tell-me-the-name-of-this-tool/92984)
**Author:** [@shala](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shala)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2016, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-tell-me-the-name-of-this-tool/92984 "2016-04-11T02:44:21Z")
Please tell me the name of this tool. (in English) Here is one video that someone used this tool to repair his AUDI: https://youtu.be/3MbanmtwJOw?t=4m25s Min: 4:25 [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1057) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1059)