# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1063 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1064 --- ## [Bad Head gasket. Is this problem related? Coolant overflow and failure to return to engine.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-head-gasket-is-this-problem-related-coolant-overflow-and-failure-to-return-to-engine/92827)
**Author:** [@JAKEyj333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JAKEyj333)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2016, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-head-gasket-is-this-problem-related-coolant-overflow-and-failure-to-return-to-engine/92827 "2016-03-23T14:42:02Z")
Hello, I know my car has a leak. Blok check test confirmed. Symptoms: Car overheats after driving for awhile but only intermittently Overflow is filled almost to top after driving and has wet sides. Coolant fail… --- ## [1998 Honda Civic Lx Auto Transmission Slipping. HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-lx-auto-transmission-slipping-help/92820)
**Author:** [@nophilangie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nophilangie)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2016, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-lx-auto-transmission-slipping-help/92820 "2016-03-23T14:10:59Z")
Hello! I recently purchased a "beater" car. 1998 Honda Civic Lx Auto Transmission. 221k Miles. Let me start off by saying i know my way around a car, however when it comes to auto transmissions i don't have much experien… --- ## [96 Subaru Legacy died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-subaru-legacy-died/92822)
**Author:** [@DLGhammer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DLGhammer)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2016, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-subaru-legacy-died/92822 "2016-03-23T13:59:28Z")
Hey everyone, I own a 1996 Subaru Legacy (2.2L), and when I was almost home, my car died. I was going about 30 mph, and without any warning, I lost power to my headlights, my gauges, my power steering - everything. I l… --- ## [Pontiac 6cyl 3L build up of sludge in radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-6cyl-3l-build-up-of-sludge-in-radiator/92810)
**Author:** [@Morpheus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Morpheus)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2016, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-6cyl-3l-build-up-of-sludge-in-radiator/92810 "2016-03-23T01:32:50Z")
I keep having sludge build up in radiator and car runs hot. I know these vehicles have a known issue with intake gasket leaking so I;m aware of that symptom but here is the odd thing; The oil in crankcase seems fine, no … --- ## [How do I know if I changed my own spark plugs correctly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-if-i-changed-my-own-spark-plugs-correctly/92793)
**Author:** [@Volunteer871](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Volunteer871)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-if-i-changed-my-own-spark-plugs-correctly/92793 "2016-03-22T19:05:29Z")
I don't have a torque wrench. I just have a spark plug wrench. I changed my own spark plugs. I don't like taking them out and putting them back in. I'm not sure if I got the torque right. What should I do? --- ## [Tire rotation of just 2 tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation-of-just-2-tires/92809)
**Author:** [@Clouser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clouser)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation-of-just-2-tires/92809 "2016-03-22T18:04:09Z")
Hello, I have a 2002 Hyundai Elantra GT. I've noticed that two of my tires lose air frequently in the winter but just one at a time each winter. My tire guy said the wheels are rusty so they've lost some of their sea… --- ## [Tire wears on the inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wears-on-the-inside/92818)
**Author:** [@teggylife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teggylife)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wears-on-the-inside/92818 "2016-03-22T08:39:23Z")
I have a 94 integra it is wearing on the front insides of the tire quite a bit it has camber and they are set all the way positive and I did an alignment what else could it be --- ## [1991 lumina euro problem, dredded intake manifold gasket problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-lumina-euro-problem-dredded-intake-manifold-gasket-problem/92803)
**Author:** [@JohnM80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnM80)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2016, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-lumina-euro-problem-dredded-intake-manifold-gasket-problem/92803 "2016-03-22T05:46:59Z")
Hi, I have a question. My 1991 lumina eurosport recently started leaking oil. Turned out to be the front most valve cover gasket. To remove that I had to disconnect the bypass line that goes to, the throddlebody or intak… --- ## [Rust Lug Nut Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-lug-nut-question/92808)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-lug-nut-question/92808 "2016-03-21T21:19:54Z")
Hello! So, we ended up trading in our Subaru for a 2017 Kia Sportage EX. So far we love it, but at 850 miles, I noticed today that there is rust on one of the lug nuts. I am guessing this is due to the winter salt si… --- ## [No brake lights 2005 silverado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-lights-2005-silverado/92789)
**Author:** [@leeberto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leeberto)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-lights-2005-silverado/92789 "2016-03-21T20:44:53Z")
i currently have no brake lights. My back up lights and running lights work. ive checked all my fuses replace the bulbs. ive replaced my brake light swicth and also my tail lamp circuit board. ive have not lost ground to… --- ## [2011 VW Jetta cant shift into 4, 5, or reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-vw-jetta-cant-shift-into-4-5-or-reverse/92761)
**Author:** [@ricky416](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ricky416)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-vw-jetta-cant-shift-into-4-5-or-reverse/92761 "2016-03-21T16:28:37Z")
Looking for some advice please and thanks. I have a 2011 Jetta 5 spd, was driving today and suddenly I could not shift in 4th, 5th or reverse. This is the first time this as happen, I have never had any issues with the … --- ## [Front Subframe bushings for 2007- 2012 Sentra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-subframe-bushings-for-2007-2012-sentra/92806)
**Author:** [@Ex-Manager](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ex-Manager)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-subframe-bushings-for-2007-2012-sentra/92806 "2016-03-21T05:16:21Z")
I've had a body knock in the front end of my 2007 Sentra for 3 years, and no mechanic could find it. I found the problem- the left front subframe mount next to the radiator crossmember. The bolt was tight but the rubber… --- ## [Steering binding up turning hard right or left](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-binding-up-turning-hard-right-or-left/92787)
**Author:** [@mmasterson91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmasterson91)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-binding-up-turning-hard-right-or-left/92787 "2016-03-21T04:50:05Z")
I need some help I messed up something! I have a 01 Chrysler Sebring 4D Sedan. I have been working on cars many years, never done tie rods. This my first attempt, I messed something up I believe. I replaced both inner ti… --- ## [Honda Civic temp gauge fluctuations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-temp-gauge-fluctuations/92804)
**Author:** [@Fated2fail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fated2fail)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-temp-gauge-fluctuations/92804 "2016-03-21T01:45:11Z")
I have a terrible car. Honda Civic 2002 that runs alright but quakes and shudders after I start it. It also revs up for no reason at all whilst I drive around. Anyway two machanics have told me I have a headgasket leak t… --- ## [Anyone heard of reusable headgaskets & double gasketing said gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-heard-of-reusable-headgaskets-double-gasketing-said-gaskets/92794)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-heard-of-reusable-headgaskets-double-gasketing-said-gaskets/92794 "2016-03-21T01:23:09Z")
This young fellow asked me to drop by and help him start an engine that he had rebuilt. It is a Dodge 3.0....not sure what year he said it was. This is his first time rebuilding an engine and he has made a few mistakes… --- ## [1968 VW Beetle starter wont stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1968-vw-beetle-starter-wont-stop/92767)
**Author:** [@68bug](https://community.cartalk.com/u/68bug)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 9:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1968-vw-beetle-starter-wont-stop/92767 "2016-03-20T09:21:07Z")
I have a 1968 Beetle that has been sitting for a long time, after working through a list of items for the restart I put a new battery in and turned it over. Starter works fine and turns engine over but when I turn the ke… --- ## [2001 VW Passat frame bent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-vw-passat-frame-bent/92775)
**Author:** [@Chopps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chopps)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-vw-passat-frame-bent/92775 "2016-03-20T07:21:34Z")
So I'm looking for some advice on how to proceed with vehicle repairs, or how to sell, or just scrap for the metal.I have a 2001 VW Passat V6..173,000 miles, and it's overdue for it's 170,000 service visit. I was in a wr… --- ## [Cutlass Supreme 3.1 Intermittent Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cutlass-supreme-3-1-intermittent-stalling/92284)
**Author:** [@Pmads77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pmads77)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 5:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cutlass-supreme-3-1-intermittent-stalling/92284 "2016-03-20T05:02:13Z")
I drive a 1995 olds that has 125,000 miles. It runs like a dream but I have been having one problem I cannot pinpoint a solution for. When started cold, it runs and drives perfectly all day long, no problem. However once… --- ## [Honda CRV hesitating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-hesitating/92754)
**Author:** [@LynnT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LynnT)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-hesitating/92754 "2016-03-20T03:31:43Z")
My 2004 CRV sometimes hesitates to start and twice now has stalled seconds after starting. When driving it feels as if it is dragging, like the brake is on or the car is in wrong gear (automatic). I just got a new bat… --- ## [2001 Toyota Corolla LE: Fuel Vapor Canister & Air sensor check engine light codes/oil low](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-le-fuel-vapor-canister-air-sensor-check-engine-light-codes-oil-low/91914)
**Author:** [@SFer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SFer)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-le-fuel-vapor-canister-air-sensor-check-engine-light-codes-oil-low/91914 "2016-03-20T02:46:08Z")
Bought used at 110k 3 years ago, now 160k. Long term San Francisco mechanic and helpers don't speak the most understandable English but charge low rates. Brought in to check codes etc. They said engine only had half q… --- ## [Can't go above 20/25mph without shaking and engine light on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-go-above-20-25mph-without-shaking-and-engine-light-on-and-off/92792)
**Author:** [@Matthew\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matthew_B)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-go-above-20-25mph-without-shaking-and-engine-light-on-and-off/92792 "2016-03-20T02:27:07Z")
Hi, I have a 2013 Grand caravan with 67,000 miles on it. The last few days I have been having problems, well even before that. About 4 months ago I was parked and idling and the engine ran really rough, engine ligh… --- ## [Intake Manifold Gasket Installation/Orientation on a BBC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-gasket-installation-orientation-on-a-bbc/92802)
**Author:** [@trcunni](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trcunni)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-gasket-installation-orientation-on-a-bbc/92802 "2016-03-20T00:22:16Z")
One side of AFR 6855 intake manifold gasket has a thin red bead of sealant. The other side does not. Which side should be in contact with the head? --- ## [94 accord manual transmission problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-manual-transmission-problem/92796)
**Author:** [@troublefree](https://community.cartalk.com/u/troublefree)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2016, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-manual-transmission-problem/92796 "2016-03-19T16:51:44Z")
Hi, My 94 accord manual transmission is sensitive to hot temperature weather. When it is hot weather, the car can only go like 5 or 10 mile per hour regardless which gear is in. However, non of this happens when weather … --- ## [Dodge dart gt 2015 hard shifting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-dart-gt-2015-hard-shifting/92716)
**Author:** [@Muffins4All](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Muffins4All)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2016, 9:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-dart-gt-2015-hard-shifting/92716 "2016-03-19T09:05:18Z")
I haven't owned a manual transmission in a while so I need to know if this is normal. When shifting into any gear I have to force the shifter into gear with quite a bit of force. Almost like it's hitting something and th… --- ## [94 Escort starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-escort-starting-issues/92740)
**Author:** [@jkn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkn)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2016, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-escort-starting-issues/92740 "2016-03-19T04:26:20Z")
My son has a 94 Escort which is having some starting issues. On occasion when he's been out and about it won't start. He's checked under the hood, then tries it again, and it usually starts right up. However, today th… --- ## [Secondary Air Relief Solenoid Circuit Malfunction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secondary-air-relief-solenoid-circuit-malfunction/92797)
**Author:** [@Moomoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Moomoo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2016, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secondary-air-relief-solenoid-circuit-malfunction/92797 "2016-03-19T04:06:20Z")
Hi, I have a 2010 Ford Escape. The engine light came on about 10 days ago. I ordered a OBD which arrived the day that the engine light went out (two days ago...) Anyway, the OBD showed a P1490, which, according to go… --- ## [Mustang Rear Window Defroster Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-rear-window-defroster-issue/92788)
**Author:** [@Ilovelucy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ilovelucy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2016, 8:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-rear-window-defroster-issue/92788 "2016-03-18T08:53:49Z")
I have a 2004 Mustang that was hit and had driver's side rear quarter panel damage. I drove it for two weeks while working out insurance/appraisal issues and the rear window defroster worked just fine during this time (… --- ## [Chevy Aveo, odd problem after odd problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-aveo-odd-problem-after-odd-problem/92776)
**Author:** [@LoriB4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoriB4)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-aveo-odd-problem-after-odd-problem/92776 "2016-03-17T21:02:46Z")
I have a 2007 Chevy Aveo. It's at 148 000km. Never had an issue with it until 2 weeks ago. Started on a highway trip. Had problems accelerating after coming to a stop after driving higher speeds. Would stutter backing up… --- ## [2000 subaru overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-overheating/92779)
**Author:** [@madmatt49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madmatt49)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-overheating/92779 "2016-03-17T17:39:24Z")
my friends mechanic is telling him his 2000 outback (2.5 4 cyl) has a blown head gasket. there is NO water leaking/seeping out from anywhere outside the motor AND there is NO water in the crankcase motor oil. the thermo… --- ## [2002 ford ranger 3.0 misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-ranger-3-0-misfire/92782)
**Author:** [@Kustrajg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kustrajg)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-ranger-3-0-misfire/92782 "2016-03-17T17:00:08Z")
Had a misfire in cylinder 1 so I put new plugs and wires. Still misfired. Changed fuel injector. Still misfired. Changed ignition coil and misfire on cylinder 1 is gone now cylinder 2 and 3 are misfiring. I double c… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1062) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1064)