# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1061 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1062 --- ## [What on earth are these and how did they get in my oil pan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-on-earth-are-these-and-how-did-they-get-in-my-oil-pan/92902)
**Author:** [@ASiemers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ASiemers)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-on-earth-are-these-and-how-did-they-get-in-my-oil-pan/92902 "2016-04-01T21:17:24Z")
What on earth are these? I mean they kind of look lie oil jets, they're pretty small and light, feels like aluminum, they're clearly some kind of tube with a very tiny pin sized inner diameter. One side of each of them i… --- ## [A slow leak I'm having trouble finding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-slow-leak-im-having-trouble-finding/92894)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-slow-leak-im-having-trouble-finding/92894 "2016-04-01T21:13:47Z")
I drove my car March 28 for the first time since October 12. 3 tires were under-pressure 1.5 - 2.5 psi; the 4th, the driver's side rear, was 9.5 psi low (25.5 instead of 35). I've had 2 incidents of slow leaks (in … --- ## [05 mini cooper s O2 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mini-cooper-s-o2-sensor/92903)
**Author:** [@speedster22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/speedster22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mini-cooper-s-o2-sensor/92903 "2016-04-01T19:10:15Z")
where are the o2 sensors on an 05 mini cooper ? Ive seen threads about being able to reach from under the hood and Ive seen threads that show both on the exhust under the car . I have the bank 1 o2 sensor out --- ## [High mileage oil and stop leak, does it shorten a seals life?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-oil-and-stop-leak-does-it-shorten-a-seals-life/92893)
**Author:** [@ASiemers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ASiemers)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-oil-and-stop-leak-does-it-shorten-a-seals-life/92893 "2016-04-01T18:50:53Z")
As the title states. Can anyone conclusively say that stop leak additives or high mileage oils actually shorten a seals life due to the seals swelling too much or becoming too soft? Also are additives like this harmful t… --- ## [2005 Toyota Camry auto-locking when outside of vehice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-auto-locking-when-outside-of-vehice/92899)
**Author:** [@muleskinnerslide](https://community.cartalk.com/u/muleskinnerslide)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-auto-locking-when-outside-of-vehice/92899 "2016-04-01T18:27:09Z")
There's a topic discussion on this, but unfortunately it's closed. I feel an important point was missed however. I'm used to unlocking the door and next opening the truck with the fob when I have an arm full of groceri… --- ## [How hard should to be to turn a strut bearing (by hand)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-should-to-be-to-turn-a-strut-bearing-by-hand/92896)
**Author:** [@Larek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larek)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-should-to-be-to-turn-a-strut-bearing-by-hand/92896 "2016-04-01T15:41:43Z")
I dropped the engine out of my vehicle to do a little work over X-mas about a year ago. 93' transport drops out a subframe with motor/transmission/steering/ suspension as a package. When I went to put it back in, the d… --- ## [1996 Toyota Tercel : To fix or not to fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-tercel-to-fix-or-not-to-fix/92735)
**Author:** [@eliyellow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eliyellow)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 8:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-tercel-to-fix-or-not-to-fix/92735 "2016-04-01T08:07:36Z")
Hello- I just bought an automatic 1996 Toyota Tercel with 117K miles. I have read that these cars are economical and last forever. But, the car needs a new steering rack, quoted at $800, new struts and shocks, another $… --- ## [1984 F250 fuel problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-f250-fuel-problem/92897)
**Author:** [@seilbracht](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seilbracht)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2016, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-f250-fuel-problem/92897 "2016-04-01T04:14:33Z")
Just replaced my rear gas tank. Drove for a week with no big issues. Started running a little rough just thought it was debri in the fuel line. While it was sitting for a few days fuel was coming out of the carburator. I… --- ## [Transmission Fluid Change - 2006 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change-2006-toyota-camry/92865)
**Author:** [@jbrown70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbrown70)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change-2006-toyota-camry/92865 "2016-03-31T21:34:34Z")
2006 Toyota Camry Standard v4 engine 5 speed standard manual transmission with 100,500 miles. Never had transmission fluid changed and no problem with the transmission. My local mechanic offered $70 to change transmiss… --- ## [Is it possible?(check engine light)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-check-engine-light/92891)
**Author:** [@red4512](https://community.cartalk.com/u/red4512)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 8:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-check-engine-light/92891 "2016-03-31T08:33:54Z")
So after getting a right axle changed on a 2008 Sonata my bloody check engine light come on right after leaving the repair shop at closing. 5 minutes later at home I checked under the car to see the axle repair and notic… --- ## [2007 Camry Hybrid- Brakes and VSC System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-camry-hybrid-brakes-and-vsc-system/92878)
**Author:** [@djcamry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djcamry)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-camry-hybrid-brakes-and-vsc-system/92878 "2016-03-31T04:12:50Z")
I have a 2007 Camry Hybrid and got the front and rear rotors and pads changed last Friday at a shop. On Monday morning, I drove the car to a Pharmacy drive-thru and briefly stopped it. It would not start a few minutes la… --- ## [2004 Dodge Caravan AC Drain Tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-caravan-ac-drain-tube/92885)
**Author:** [@marktwark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktwark)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-caravan-ac-drain-tube/92885 "2016-03-31T02:55:48Z")
I am getting water on the passenger-side floor. I would like to clean the AC drain tube but am not sure how to access it. Any assistance would be appreciated. --- ## [Transmission for RHD 2000 Saturn station wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-for-rhd-2000-saturn-station-wagon/92884)
**Author:** [@Moki16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Moki16)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-for-rhd-2000-saturn-station-wagon/92884 "2016-03-31T01:22:05Z")
Currently looking at a 2000 RHD Saturn station wagon 4sale for less then 2k. The seller has told me that it won't go into reverse once it warms up but will engage if on an incline. So before I seriously consider this I w… --- ## [My car is having trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-having-trouble-starting/92889)
**Author:** [@Sjohnson1235](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sjohnson1235)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-having-trouble-starting/92889 "2016-03-31T01:02:08Z")
I drive an Infiniti i30. When I bought it, the guy who sold it to me told me that the car runs great but that I would have to turn the key kind of hard to get the car started. Over time, this problem has progressively go… --- ## [2006 PT Cruiser Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pt-cruiser-issues/92890)
**Author:** [@Skavenger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skavenger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2016, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pt-cruiser-issues/92890 "2016-03-31T00:36:44Z")
Hey, everyone. Long time listener, first time calle- er, writer. I have a PT Cruiser that, despite my constantly describing it as a "massive mistake to buy" (something every mechanic I've talked to has wildly agreed w… --- ## [Can water under the back seat cause a charging system problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-water-under-the-back-seat-cause-a-charging-system-problem/92887)
**Author:** [@Troubleshooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Troubleshooter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-water-under-the-back-seat-cause-a-charging-system-problem/92887 "2016-03-30T21:01:20Z")
We had a torrential rain monday. The car was parked in the driveway. yesterday (tuesday), I was driving my 2002 Bonneville. I had completed several errands, and suddenly got a "Check Charging System" error on the displ… --- ## [Mazda Tribute Front End Noise Diagnosis Nightmare (with video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-tribute-front-end-noise-diagnosis-nightmare-with-video/92726)
**Author:** [@kizzoboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kizzoboy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-tribute-front-end-noise-diagnosis-nightmare-with-video/92726 "2016-03-30T19:46:22Z")
I have a 2008 Mazda Tribute with 93k miles on it. These last few years have been a nightmare. The car is constantly in the shop. I’ve been trying to diagnose and repair front end problems. Recently, I had my tires rotate… --- ## [Fast idle Silverado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fast-idle-silverado/92883)
**Author:** [@2\_Bison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2_Bison)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fast-idle-silverado/92883 "2016-03-30T07:43:22Z")
I have a 98 Silverado with 5.0 liter, 2 wheel drive. When cold it idles at 30 mph plus. When warmed up it runs just fine. This can be very challenging in icy weather. I have changed the temp sensor, cleaned mass air sens… --- ## [Blower won't come on after changing dead battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-wont-come-on-after-changing-dead-battery/92881)
**Author:** [@ToriD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToriD)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-wont-come-on-after-changing-dead-battery/92881 "2016-03-30T07:17:06Z")
I have a 2006 Kia Spectra. I had to replace the battery earlier today as the old one was completely dead. the ac, heat, and defrost worked perfectly before and after the replacement. after I drove around and did what I h… --- ## [Early sign of CV joint failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-sign-of-cv-joint-failure/92867)
**Author:** [@JLeather](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLeather)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 7:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-sign-of-cv-joint-failure/92867 "2016-03-30T07:12:22Z")
I'm pretty sure this is unrelated to my wandering issues (see other thread) but just today a new problem popped up on my '08 Corolla. There is a rhythmic rough/squeaking sound coming from the front left. So far I can onl… --- ## [06 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-subaru-impreza/92877)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 6:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-subaru-impreza/92877 "2016-03-30T06:59:29Z")
My son recently bought a 2006 Subaru Impreza with a manual transmission . He has driven it a few thousand miles & it seems to run fine with no obvious problems . Ever so often he hears a brief pssst . I haven't heard it … --- ## [Keep or Let go - 1998 Mercedes C43](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-let-go-1998-mercedes-c43/92861)
**Author:** [@Gardener90026](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gardener90026)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 6:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-let-go-1998-mercedes-c43/92861 "2016-03-30T06:37:43Z")
Let's start with, this is an emotional thing and I am aware that repairs are needed / I am going to have to put in the work. Major questions, how much is too much and is the car worth it (like is this a car rare or am I … --- ## [My 2007 Aveo --problem with clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2007-aveo-problem-with-clutch/92858)
**Author:** [@stieglman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stieglman)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2007-aveo-problem-with-clutch/92858 "2016-03-30T06:05:19Z")
My wife's 07 Chevy Aveo was towed home Tuesday. She tried downshifting on the freeway and suddenly she couldn't get it in or out of gear. I was able to get it in all gears but the clutch engagement was all wrong. there d… --- ## [Filter inside air cleaner housing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/filter-inside-air-cleaner-housing/92879)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/filter-inside-air-cleaner-housing/92879 "2016-03-30T01:44:33Z")
Many vehicles have these so unless it's pertinent I don't think make , model etc , matters . There is a vent hose that connects to the outside of the air box . Inside the air box opposite the end of the hose is a small f… --- ## [1995 Mazda Protege](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-protege/92863)
**Author:** [@ledhead2500](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ledhead2500)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2016, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-protege/92863 "2016-03-30T01:01:10Z")
I have a 95 Mazda protege. The battery went dead from leaving the lights on. We jumped it and everything was ok. Drove around, shut it off and it started again, no problem. The next day the car wouldn't start. Had dash l… --- ## [Anyone care to have a discourse on HHO and WHY it wont give you incredible mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-care-to-have-a-discourse-on-hho-and-why-it-wont-give-you-incredible-mileage/92032)
**Author:** [@Honda-Blackbird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda-Blackbird)\ **Replies:** 148\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2016, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-care-to-have-a-discourse-on-hho-and-why-it-wont-give-you-incredible-mileage/92032 "2016-03-29T16:55:12Z")
So...I'm wrenching on someones car with a few friends present and as usual someone near me is talking out his Butt about things he knows just enough about to get him into trouble. He was rambling on about how he can gen… --- ## ['05 Dodge Neon Engine Dying Randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-dodge-neon-engine-dying-randomly/92871)
**Author:** [@bswabb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bswabb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2016, 9:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-dodge-neon-engine-dying-randomly/92871 "2016-03-29T09:36:32Z")
My '05 Dodge Neon's engine just quit when I was stopped at an intersection. All the lights, etc worked. When I turned the key the engine would sound like it started for a brief moment, but it always died a second later a… --- ## [1997 Kia Sephia 1.8l rs P0335 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-kia-sephia-1-8l-rs-p0335-code/92852)
**Author:** [@Idomyownwork](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Idomyownwork)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2016, 9:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-kia-sephia-1-8l-rs-p0335-code/92852 "2016-03-29T09:14:18Z")
So I put a new motor in this car that had about 43,000 miles on it along with a new 13,000 mile transmission. After all was said and done I started it it and got the P0335 code. I replaced the sensor because the cable on… --- ## [1997 Corolla brake light issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-corolla-brake-light-issue/92857)
**Author:** [@NicCorolla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NicCorolla)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2016, 7:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-corolla-brake-light-issue/92857 "2016-03-29T07:22:03Z")
Two years ago my passenger side tail light assembly flooded. Initially I dried it all out, cleaned the sockets for the bulbs, drilled a hole in the bottom of the assembly, sealed the outside, and went about my business. … --- ## [2004 Civic shaking and noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-civic-shaking-and-noise/92844)
**Author:** [@OverIt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OverIt)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2016, 6:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-civic-shaking-and-noise/92844 "2016-03-29T06:35:10Z")
First of all, I don't know much about cars so I apologize for any ignorance! Anyway, so a little over a year ago I had to have my head gasket replaced and when I picked it up they told me I had a cracked motor mount. … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1060) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1062)