# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1066 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1067 --- ## [Suddenly cannot fill the gas tank on my Chrysler Town and Country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suddenly-cannot-fill-the-gas-tank-on-my-chrysler-town-and-country/92691)
**Author:** [@crfndr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crfndr)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suddenly-cannot-fill-the-gas-tank-on-my-chrysler-town-and-country/92691 "2016-03-05T05:51:40Z")
Yesterday when I tried to fill up my 2007 Town and Country I found I cannot put more than about 1/2 gallon at a time before the pump shuts off. I have the problem at multiple stations/pumps so I know it is a problem in m… --- ## [CPO 2014 Mazda 6 moisture within trunk taillights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cpo-2014-mazda-6-moisture-within-trunk-taillights/92660)
**Author:** [@Adcat2300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adcat2300)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cpo-2014-mazda-6-moisture-within-trunk-taillights/92660 "2016-03-05T04:24:06Z")
Hi guys, So I purchased my first car - a CPO 2014 Mazda 6 - about 25 days ago, and I've noticed in the past couple of days that #1, there's moisture building up in the taillights connected to the trunk and #2, the tru… --- ## [Should I fix up a 1991 Chevy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-up-a-1991-chevy/92677)
**Author:** [@SquirrelJedi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SquirrelJedi)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-up-a-1991-chevy/92677 "2016-03-05T03:43:31Z")
My current car (2001 GMC Yukon SLT) runs fine but is getting old. I've always wanted a pickup but I can't afford a brand-spankin new truck. I found an old 1991 Chevy 2500 work truck for $800 on Craigslist. It doesn't go … --- ## [1982 Chevy C30 starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-chevy-c30-starting-problem/92689)
**Author:** [@j-bob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j-bob)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-chevy-c30-starting-problem/92689 "2016-03-04T19:13:38Z")
Hi, I have a 1982 Chevy C30 pickup with an ignition problem. When it's really cold out, 15 degrees or colder, it won't start. When I turn the key, it feels like I'm turning a piece of clay. There is NO cranking, clicking… --- ## [Same tire size but different speed rating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/same-tire-size-but-different-speed-rating/92639)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/same-tire-size-but-different-speed-rating/92639 "2016-03-04T18:55:26Z")
I have a 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS with 65k miles...it has a 2.4 liter motor (4 CYL), auto transmission. The car currently has 205-65-R16 tires on it with a 95H speed rating. They all have worn down to the wear bars so it'… --- ## [03 Infiniti G35 Slows down while accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-infiniti-g35-slows-down-while-accelerating/92655)
**Author:** [@DiamonCut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DiamonCut)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 12:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-infiniti-g35-slows-down-while-accelerating/92655 "2016-03-04T12:20:33Z")
My G35 has around 115,000 miles and it slows down when driving, particularly when driving uphill. RPMs reach 2-3 and car begins to drag with an occasional jerking. I've replaced all spark plugs (don't think I've ever rep… --- ## [1997 Dodge Grand Caravan has electrical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-grand-caravan-has-electrical-problems/92671)
**Author:** [@My40Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/My40Ford)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 10:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-grand-caravan-has-electrical-problems/92671 "2016-03-04T10:21:14Z")
Problem 1: Headlight switch occasionally needs to be jiggled to get headlights on. Problem 2: Wipers only work in the "spray and wipe" mode. My Solution: Removed dash, installed new switches, replaced dash. Result: … --- ## [Car shaking at red lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-at-red-lights/92654)
**Author:** [@dougl122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dougl122)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 9:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-at-red-lights/92654 "2016-03-04T09:42:00Z")
Hello, My wife recently got stuck in a snowstorm. Some helpful people got her out and she drove a couple miles to work. After leaving work, her car started shaking at red lights (like big, slow shakes, back and forth, … --- ## [Starter arcing when cranking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-arcing-when-cranking/92615)
**Author:** [@tardrex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tardrex)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 9:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-arcing-when-cranking/92615 "2016-03-04T09:06:22Z")
1993 Nissan maxima The battery went dead so I put a new battery in and a few days later I had the hood open and I had my wife start the car. I heard a loud cracking sound and saw a large bright blueish flash above an… --- ## [2001fors Taurus shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001fors-taurus-shuts-off/92686)
**Author:** [@gserg35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gserg35)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 9:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001fors-taurus-shuts-off/92686 "2016-03-04T09:00:10Z")
I noticed my serpentine belt started squeaking about 3 days ago. And yesterday as I was driving to work I heard a clicking sound coming from the left side of the hood, then my car started to gradually shut down and white… --- ## [Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues/92687)
**Author:** [@ginaschroeter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ginaschroeter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 7:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues/92687 "2016-03-04T07:09:42Z")
does anyone know if a 2004 saturn view front wheel drive transmission will fit in place of an all wheel drive --- ## [2nd Catalytic converter in 24K miles (16 months)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2nd-catalytic-converter-in-24k-miles-16-months/92643)
**Author:** [@ac-pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ac-pilot)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2nd-catalytic-converter-in-24k-miles-16-months/92643 "2016-03-04T04:01:49Z")
Hello, i needed to replace the same (rear) catalytic converter of my 2006 Honda Pilot LX (2WD) in less than 16 months. The first time it happened in October 2014 when the vehicle had 160K miles (Car's service code was P0… --- ## [RE: 07 4WD Avalanche with Unidentifiable Noise (discussion closed 2013)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-07-4wd-avalanche-with-unidentifiable-noise-discussion-closed-2013/92682)
**Author:** [@jagwriter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jagwriter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-07-4wd-avalanche-with-unidentifiable-noise-discussion-closed-2013/92682 "2016-03-04T02:59:55Z")
I don't know how the story ended with the 07 4WD Avalanche with the unidentifiable noise - he said, "The noise always occurs between 45-60mph (not rpm-related) there is a groaning sound and it is accompanied by a vibrati… --- ## [No brake pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-pedal/92681)
**Author:** [@Qdawg32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Qdawg32)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-pedal/92681 "2016-03-04T02:01:03Z")
My 96 thunderbird had a rear caliper shot. I changed the caliper, the rotor, and the brake pads then bled all the brakes. The three I didn't touch bled perfectly when someone in the car pressed the brake, I let fluid flo… --- ## [Takata Airbag Probelms Explained](https://community.cartalk.com/t/takata-airbag-probelms-explained/92619)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/takata-airbag-probelms-explained/92619 "2016-03-04T01:27:37Z")
The US DoT hired scientists to investigate the the issues with Takata airbags. About 24 million airbags were produced without drying agents that would have preferentially absorbed moisture and made the actuators less lik… --- ## [2007 Mazda 6 with the deadly rod knock...what's a girl to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-6-with-the-deadly-rod-knock-whats-a-girl-to-do/92658)
**Author:** [@KKlungseth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KKlungseth)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 9:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-6-with-the-deadly-rod-knock-whats-a-girl-to-do/92658 "2016-03-03T09:41:56Z")
Unbeknownst to me, since my last oil change, my Mazda 6 decided to drink 3 courts of oil...leaving my engine severely lacking the all important lubricant. As one might expect, issues arose and now I am faced with the de… --- ## [Routine Sensor Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/routine-sensor-replacement/92659)
**Author:** [@cbgary1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cbgary1)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 9:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/routine-sensor-replacement/92659 "2016-03-03T09:39:54Z")
I have a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport with 153K miles. I've been on a maintenance kick lately and I'm wondering, is it reasonable to start replacing sensors before they go bad? I've replaced both oxygen sensors over the last… --- ## [Ford Van Won't Run](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-van-wont-run/92676)
**Author:** [@OhFordHelpMeVan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OhFordHelpMeVan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 9:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-van-wont-run/92676 "2016-03-03T09:07:29Z")
Ford E150 Conversion Van 1991, V8. Replaced spark plugs, wires, fuel pump, fuel injector, cleaned gas tank, replaced gas. Ignition turns and starts but sputters loudly and stalls soon after. We've tried just about eve… --- ## [Brake Fluid Sensor Stuck?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-sensor-stuck/92645)
**Author:** [@sethmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sethmac)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-sensor-stuck/92645 "2016-03-03T06:29:47Z")
This last week my brake fluid light comes on my 2006 Ram 1500 but my fluid level in the reservoir is at max..fluid is a yellowish color when I look at it out of reservoir (looks darker in the reservoir). If I unplug th… --- ## [1986 Toyota Pickup starts, runs 2-3 seconds, and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-toyota-pickup-starts-runs-2-3-seconds-and-dies/92678)
**Author:** [@pebrockman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pebrockman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-toyota-pickup-starts-runs-2-3-seconds-and-dies/92678 "2016-03-03T01:01:17Z")
I have replaced the fuel pump, and strainer, the O2 sensor, PCV valve, distributor cap, and rotor, vacuum hoses, fuel pump relay, checked all fuses, and fusible links, replaced a burnt wire, and still have the same probl… --- ## [Toyota Corolla gone nuts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-gone-nuts/92667)
**Author:** [@Sickest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sickest)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2016, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-gone-nuts/92667 "2016-03-02T16:50:39Z")
Check engine abs wheel and brake lights have all come on. Speedometer will not function cruise control doesn't work and my car won't switch gears after the 3rd gear. At first I thought it was the speed sensor but I repla… --- ## [2000 5.3L Silverado tune up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-5-3l-silverado-tune-up/92669)
**Author:** [@markg2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markg2)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2016, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-5-3l-silverado-tune-up/92669 "2016-03-02T10:49:02Z")
I cannot remember my last tune up. I can safely it's easily more than 100k ago. If the engine runs fine is there any reason to do so? Mark --- ## [Chrysler 300C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300c/92670)
**Author:** [@300Clady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/300Clady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2016, 9:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300c/92670 "2016-03-02T09:27:41Z")
I have a 2005 Chrysler 300C ( original owner ) Mileage 172,000 and I take care of my car. I use full synthetic oil and change it every 5000 miles. I noticed a hesitation between 1000 and 2000 RPM's. It disappears after … --- ## [Is it a bad idea to turn off your car when it's in drive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-a-bad-idea-to-turn-off-your-car-when-its-in-drive/92674)
**Author:** [@Dsyanick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dsyanick)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2016, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-a-bad-idea-to-turn-off-your-car-when-its-in-drive/92674 "2016-03-02T08:14:14Z")
I am just wondering, what happens if you turn off your car when you are stopped, but the transmission is in drive? I am wondering specifically about a CVT. Thanks --- ## [Auto parts recyling yards where you remove the part from the wreck yourself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-recyling-yards-where-you-remove-the-part-from-the-wreck-yourself/92599)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2016, 7:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-parts-recyling-yards-where-you-remove-the-part-from-the-wreck-yourself/92599 "2016-03-02T07:36:06Z")
Do you have to remove it and bring it in to find out the price, or do they tell you the price before you remove it? The places I've gone before don't allow you out into the yard and around the wrecks, instead you tell … --- ## [Trunk remote, 2010 chrysler 300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-remote-2010-chrysler-300/92668)
**Author:** [@gib](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gib)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2016, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-remote-2010-chrysler-300/92668 "2016-03-01T20:01:22Z")
trunk will not open, either with remote or with button in dash. Keyless remote, works fine with door locks, etc. Tried holding remote trunk button down for three seconds, did not work, likewise for dash button. --- ## [Bad gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-mileage/92662)
**Author:** [@Trickyrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trickyrick)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2016, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-mileage/92662 "2016-03-01T18:04:24Z")
I have a 07 Ford F150, 4.2 liter V-6, that the city gas mileage has fallen from 17 to 12.5, highway from 22 to 16.5, in that last year or so. Two garages have ran a test on the computer and can find nothing wrong. Anyo… --- ## [Flickering front lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flickering-front-lights/92663)
**Author:** [@MacMonsoon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MacMonsoon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2016, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flickering-front-lights/92663 "2016-03-01T18:01:01Z")
I had LED bulbs put in few days back and have noticed that while they function perfectly without issue. Upon the headlights being turned off and the car locked they'll start to intermittently flicker for amount 2 minutes… --- ## [1997 Honda Accord starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-accord-starting-issues/92616)
**Author:** [@GreenShark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GreenShark)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2016, 10:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-accord-starting-issues/92616 "2016-03-01T10:19:21Z")
My 16 year old son has been driving my mother's 1997 Honda Accord LX with the intent of buying it when he's saved up the money. The car was bought new, and has always been very reliable. Lately, though he's had some star… --- ## [Hazard lights won't work unless the turn signal (left or right) is switched on at the same time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazard-lights-wont-work-unless-the-turn-signal-left-or-right-is-switched-on-at-the-same-time/92649)
**Author:** [@kidd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kidd)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2016, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazard-lights-wont-work-unless-the-turn-signal-left-or-right-is-switched-on-at-the-same-time/92649 "2016-03-01T00:02:40Z")
I have a chevrolet optra 2007 and the hazard lights won't work unless the turn signal (left or right) is switched on at the same time. Turn signals work perfectly fine. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1065) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1067)