# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1064 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1065 --- ## [97 FSuperduty (F450) automatic wont shift out of park while engine is running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-fsuperduty-f450-automatic-wont-shift-out-of-park-while-engine-is-running/92748)
**Author:** [@Propane\_Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Propane_Car)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 7:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-fsuperduty-f450-automatic-wont-shift-out-of-park-while-engine-is-running/92748 "2016-03-17T07:47:05Z")
The truck is the gasoline 460 engine and E4OD transmission with 100K miles. Runs great and pulls a heavy load. When the truck is started, I cannot move the shifter from park to any gear. The shifter lever will not … --- ## [Odd dent - cause and fix? Rental charges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-dent-cause-and-fix-rental-charges/92772)
**Author:** [@burned695](https://community.cartalk.com/u/burned695)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 7:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-dent-cause-and-fix-rental-charges/92772 "2016-03-17T07:45:09Z")
Hello, Can anyone help me. I rented a car for one day only to later receive a bill of 1,100 eur ($1,250). While I am certain the damage did not happen when I had the car, there are several things that seem suspicious f… --- ## [Escort ZX2 Shifter able to be pulled up and pushed down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/escort-zx2-shifter-able-to-be-pulled-up-and-pushed-down/92786)
**Author:** [@shorteLuv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shorteLuv)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/escort-zx2-shifter-able-to-be-pulled-up-and-pushed-down/92786 "2016-03-17T03:48:02Z")
I'm not sure if it's a missing bolt or another issue, but my shifter just started becoming "sticky" while in neutral. Sticky meaning when I go to slide it side to side while in neutral it's slow, and it's slow to return … --- ## [Obd2 won't read on 2006 Ford five hundred and fuse is good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-wont-read-on-2006-ford-five-hundred-and-fuse-is-good/92777)
**Author:** [@msdimples](https://community.cartalk.com/u/msdimples)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-wont-read-on-2006-ford-five-hundred-and-fuse-is-good/92777 "2016-03-16T22:18:54Z")
My obd2 plug won't read and the fuse is good. I've taken it to two places and no one kind figure out what's wrong. I can't get my car inspection and now the service light is on. I need help. --- ## [Intermittent No crank / No start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-crank-no-start/92769)
**Author:** [@DJG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJG)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-crank-no-start/92769 "2016-03-16T21:04:29Z")
2008 Chrysler Sebring V6 hardtop convertible Intermittent no crank / no start condition – when turning key to start position, either you get nothing as if there is no battery connected and or a slight click as if the sol… --- ## [86 mustang wont run](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-mustang-wont-run/92760)
**Author:** [@Flyboy89002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flyboy89002)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/86-mustang-wont-run/92760 "2016-03-16T18:44:27Z")
Ok so i got everything fixed on my mustang new solenoid, ignition cylinder, starter and ignition switch i drove to my buddys house and shut it off i got back in and since it idled low i had one foot on the gas so it woul… --- ## [2006 Buick Lucerne, can't open rear door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lucerne-cant-open-rear-door/92771)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-lucerne-cant-open-rear-door/92771 "2016-03-16T17:45:15Z")
I've seen posts about this problem online, but no one has listed a good fix. There seem to be LOTS of '06 Lucernes with back doors that won't open. It is not a child door lock issue as the customer has no kids needing … --- ## [2005 Mustang 4.6L, P0456 code, gas won't fill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mustang-4-6l-p0456-code-gas-wont-fill/92778)
**Author:** [@Mitchmiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchmiller)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 10:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mustang-4-6l-p0456-code-gas-wont-fill/92778 "2016-03-16T10:27:41Z")
My 2005 Mustang w/ 4.6L is giving a P0456 code and also won't let me fill it with gas completely. I think I've narrowed it down to the canister vent or purge valve. Looking for help narrowing down which would cause the g… --- ## [2000 honda civic hemorrhaging power steering fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-hemorrhaging-power-steering-fluid/92736)
**Author:** [@Muffins4All](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Muffins4All)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 10:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-hemorrhaging-power-steering-fluid/92736 "2016-03-16T10:07:22Z")
So I got another one for you guys. Pretty self explanatory but looking for clarification. The car is gushing power steering fluid. RReservoir is good, pump is good. But I did notice that when I turn the wheel this accord… --- ## [Replace odometer LEDs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-odometer-leds/92773)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 8:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-odometer-leds/92773 "2016-03-16T08:37:40Z")
Just bought my first Toyota, a 1999 Sienna LE, with instrument cluster issues. It was priced accordingly, worth the risk. The main issue is that the left two odometer LEDs are dead, so true mileage was unknown. I had to… --- ## [Glad Max III...The Great Light Way](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glad-max-iii-the-great-light-way/92768)
**Author:** [@Marconi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marconi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glad-max-iii-the-great-light-way/92768 "2016-03-16T02:50:21Z")
First and foremost, thanks to everyone who takes time to share your knowledge and lend a helping hand. It is truly appreciated. Quick update for those who helped out previously on my 96 Maxima: Decided on 3 drain and fi… --- ## [Vendor for hollow threaded rod - metric?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vendor-for-hollow-threaded-rod-metric/92744)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vendor-for-hollow-threaded-rod-metric/92744 "2016-03-16T02:46:19Z")
Anybody have a suggestion for a vendor who sells hollow threaded rods in metric sizes? Specifically, a 6 inch length of 12 mm hollow threaded rod, 1.25 mm thread pitch. I've Googled but don't see anything like that a… --- ## [Toyota camry 03 rhythmical "kong, kong ... noise that occurs only when driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-03-rhythmical-kong-kong-noise-that-occurs-only-when-driving/92698)
**Author:** [@Toyota03che](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyota03che)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-03-rhythmical-kong-kong-noise-that-occurs-only-when-driving/92698 "2016-03-16T00:33:23Z")
About 3 months ago my Toyota Camry '03 lost control due to icy road and it turned around completely to the opposite direction of driving on a mild slope a few hundred meters away from my house on the community road. This… --- ## [1998 Altima requires new lower oil pan and it's passenger side axle boot is torn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-altima-requires-new-lower-oil-pan-and-its-passenger-side-axle-boot-is-torn/92770)
**Author:** [@Ankur\_Deshmukh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ankur_Deshmukh)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-altima-requires-new-lower-oil-pan-and-its-passenger-side-axle-boot-is-torn/92770 "2016-03-15T22:39:14Z")
I have been quote $500 for the new lower oil pan (labor + parts) and $600 for passenger side boot axle repair. Is this accurate or am I being overcharged? Thanks for your time --- ## [Transmission Fluid Suspicion Inhibition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-suspicion-inhibition/92765)
**Author:** [@Joe-Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe-Guy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-suspicion-inhibition/92765 "2016-03-15T18:56:11Z")
\[Long Sentence Alert\] - It occurred to me that nowadays with most cars being produced without dipsticks for transmission fluid, and since the average person doesn't know how to check the fluid without one or would never … --- ## [Want to update all of cartalk community for their help with excessive oil usage in my 2011 sonata:](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-update-all-of-cartalk-community-for-their-help-with-excessive-oil-usage-in-my-2011-sonata/92766)
**Author:** [@andyport](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andyport)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-update-all-of-cartalk-community-for-their-help-with-excessive-oil-usage-in-my-2011-sonata/92766 "2016-03-15T17:07:48Z")
I HAVE GOOD NEWS: From all the good advice from car talk people I was well-prepared for the Hyundai recall of Sonatas. I had none of the symptoms of metallic noise in engine or oil light on.....but I did have too much … --- ## [Dies when key is released](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dies-when-key-is-released/92755)
**Author:** [@Flyboy89002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flyboy89002)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dies-when-key-is-released/92755 "2016-03-15T16:19:48Z")
Okay so i have a 86 Ford Mustang LX 3.8L v6 so i have a brand new starter, starter solenoid and ignition lock cylinder installed all not even a half a week old so my issue is when i go to start my car it cranks over just… --- ## [Car Horn sounds weak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-horn-sounds-weak/92758)
**Author:** [@darth\_tater](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darth_tater)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-horn-sounds-weak/92758 "2016-03-15T05:37:29Z")
My car horn was working fine until a few days ago when it started to sound VERY soft. It STILL makes a sound mind you, but it sounds like someone is trying to pillow-smother a tiny cow. So then I connected it directly to… --- ## [Ford Escape - Fouled AT Valve Body at 44k](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-fouled-at-valve-body-at-44k/92764)
**Author:** [@Steve\_D1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_D1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2016, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-fouled-at-valve-body-at-44k/92764 "2016-03-14T23:08:33Z")
My daughter bought a used 2012 Ford Escape in Jan 2015 with about 25k on the clock (2WD, 4 cylinder, AT). We had a thorough AAA inspection prior to purchase and it was declared in great shape. Since buying it, she's d… --- ## [Advice needed setting up Hitachi Carburetor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-needed-setting-up-hitachi-carburetor/92664)
**Author:** [@deegore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deegore)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2016, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-needed-setting-up-hitachi-carburetor/92664 "2016-03-14T01:28:53Z")
I'm finishing up my carb rebuild for the Subaru justy. It went well but the secondary throttle opening angle has me confused. The manual says the secondary throttle plate should start to open when the primary throttle is… --- ## [To restore or to throw up, tis the question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-restore-or-to-throw-up-tis-the-question/91532)
**Author:** [@uncleharry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/uncleharry)\ **Replies:** 347\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2016, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-restore-or-to-throw-up-tis-the-question/91532 "2016-03-14T00:57:59Z")
I hate to brag, but as far as I know, I am the least qualified person in the world (and throughout all of world history) to even consider the possibility of restoring a car. So, I would turn the bulk of the project over … --- ## [You Might Want To Get Rid Of That VW/Audi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-might-want-to-get-rid-of-that-vw-audi/92752)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2016, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-might-want-to-get-rid-of-that-vw-audi/92752 "2016-03-14T00:24:30Z")
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-03-11/vw-toys-with-giving-up-the-u-s-mass-market-and-dealers-fume Tester --- ## [2011 Subaru Legacy- Replace VDM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-legacy-replace-vdm/91087)
**Author:** [@Abigail5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abigail5)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2016, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-legacy-replace-vdm/91087 "2016-03-13T21:54:01Z")
Last week, the brake, traction control, cruise, and check engine lights all came on my dash. All but check engine were flashing. The car seemed to be driving fine but cruise would not engage. I drove it to a local mechan… --- ## [Knocking noise in Subaru Forester - 2010](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-in-subaru-forester-2010/92750)
**Author:** [@gunner88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gunner88)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2016, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-in-subaru-forester-2010/92750 "2016-03-13T06:31:42Z")
Hi, I have a 2010 Subaru Forester and it has started to make a weird noise when I make slow and sharp turns, like when I am pulling out of a driveway or entering a parking spot. It is not exactly a knocking noise, it i… --- ## [Opel Vectra B 2.2 2001 dead ECU?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opel-vectra-b-2-2-2001-dead-ecu/92723)
**Author:** [@oskuswift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oskuswift)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2016, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opel-vectra-b-2-2-2001-dead-ecu/92723 "2016-03-13T05:42:09Z")
Hello. I'm thinking of buying Opel Vectra B from one guy I sort of know. The price is cheap because of possible ECU problem. He told me he went to auto repair shop and they ran OBD on the car and they said that the OBD t… --- ## [Tiburon transmission problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tiburon-transmission-problems/92741)
**Author:** [@Tibby08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tibby08)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2016, 2:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tiburon-transmission-problems/92741 "2016-03-13T02:30:27Z")
Hey guys I have a 2008 tiburon gt and am having transmission problems and I'm debating on weather or not I should just drop it off to the shop and have to rebuild it or if I should flush and replace the filter and hope t… --- ## [Need a new Subaru dealer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-subaru-dealer/92747)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-subaru-dealer/92747 "2016-03-12T22:56:05Z")
My last two oil changes at the nearest Subaru dealer wound up with 1 to 1.5 quarts of oil high. Checking the dipstick should be elementary. Now i don't trust him to even rotate the tires. So I guess I need to switch d… --- ## [What does this wear mean?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-this-wear-mean/92742)
**Author:** [@Squarecoffee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Squarecoffee)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-this-wear-mean/92742 "2016-03-12T20:16:01Z")
Hi , had my first car 3 months and every thing was going fine , this afternoon I was leaving the motorway and heard a grinding noise in the front passenger side . There are marks in the disc but the pad looks like it has… --- ## [New to me Legacy 2015-11,495mi. pre-owned certified](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-me-legacy-2015-11-495mi-pre-owned-certified/92724)
**Author:** [@helpanoldlady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helpanoldlady)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 11:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-to-me-legacy-2015-11-495mi-pre-owned-certified/92724 "2016-03-12T11:33:05Z")
On the way home from purchasing this 2.5i Premium the BRAKE light started flashing when I got to 40mph. - yes, the emergency brake was off. Car was roaring like the brake was on-ablut 5 mi. to home. When I drove it back… --- ## [Replacing Oil Pan for My 2008 Honda Element](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-oil-pan-for-my-2008-honda-element/92730)
**Author:** [@ko81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ko81)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 8:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-oil-pan-for-my-2008-honda-element/92730 "2016-03-12T08:23:52Z")
Hello All, I recently purchased a used (about 76,000 miles) 2008 Honda Element LX. I just took it to shop for the state inspection. Mechanic said everything looked okay except that the oil drain plug was backed out o… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1063) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1065)