# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1072 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1073 --- ## [Bad gas. Frozen fuel tank. Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-frozen-fuel-tank-help/92407)
**Author:** [@Velochris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Velochris)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2016, 7:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-frozen-fuel-tank-help/92407 "2016-02-03T07:12:44Z")
I purchased a tank of gas(12 gallon) in early January. The next day my car wouldn't start. After my mechanic looked at it he said fuel is 75% water. While pursuing a claim from the gas station my gas tank froze to the po… --- ## [Parts Cleaning fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-cleaning-fluid/92416)
**Author:** [@Bad\_goat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bad_goat)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2016, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-cleaning-fluid/92416 "2016-02-03T04:33:08Z")
I have been using simple green in my HF ultrasonic parts cleaner. Yesterday I noticed it was talking the protective coating(zinc?) off the hardware i was cleaning. Is there another cleaner/solvent i could be using to … --- ## [2 Things Wrong--Airbag Light and Fuel Overflow. Chrysler T & C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-things-wrong-airbag-light-and-fuel-overflow-chrysler-t-c/92343)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2016, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-things-wrong-airbag-light-and-fuel-overflow-chrysler-t-c/92343 "2016-02-03T03:41:57Z")
2007 Chrysler Town and Country, 123k. It's had an intermittent airbag light for a few weeks now. When it does come on, it stays on until the car is shut off. When I turn it back on, sometimes it comes on and somet… --- ## [2008 GMC Envoy making a loud reviving noise while driving and in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-envoy-making-a-loud-reviving-noise-while-driving-and-in-park/92383)
**Author:** [@Redmama3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Redmama3)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2016, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-envoy-making-a-loud-reviving-noise-while-driving-and-in-park/92383 "2016-02-02T23:02:31Z")
Need some advice! My GMC Envoy is making a loud reviving sound upon start up and while driving getting louder the faster I go. It also makes this noise while in park. I have Manuel transmission however it almost sounds l… --- ## [Intake Manifold Leaks\>\>\>WHY?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-leaks-why/92394)
**Author:** [@JazzAzz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JazzAzz)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2016, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-manifold-leaks-why/92394 "2016-02-02T22:29:42Z")
What the heck is it about INTAKE MANIFOLDS and why do they tend to start leaking no matter how little?? Just had my Wife's 97 Chevy Monte Carlo repaired, leaking a small amount of oil, but only has 60,400 ORIGINAL miles &… --- ## [Am I the only one that does this](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-that-does-this/92417)
**Author:** [@oldtimer-11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldtimer-11)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2016, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-the-only-one-that-does-this/92417 "2016-02-02T20:43:26Z")
I have a 2012 Camry with 30,000 miles on it. I have had to do the rear brakes, seized up from rust, but not the fronts so far. Being bored yesterday while sitting at the computer, I looked at a you tube video about do… --- ## [Help With My 1999 Suburban](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-my-1999-suburban/92418)
**Author:** [@RaiderNationNews](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RaiderNationNews)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2016, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-my-1999-suburban/92418 "2016-02-02T09:45:50Z")
I have a 1999 Chevy Suburban with a 5.7L 350 Vortec engine, 2-wheel drive. I had a rebuilt 4L60E transmission put on it and at first it started a little bit rough but pretty normal. It then started making a little bit of… --- ## [Honda Accord 2003 cant stop skahing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2003-cant-stop-skahing/92426)
**Author:** [@Kerwin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kerwin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2016, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2003-cant-stop-skahing/92426 "2016-02-02T05:42:29Z")
I have a honda accord 2003 ex. I bought the car over a year ago. A couple months in with the car i started to feel that the car vibrates while in idle. I replace the motor mounts and the shaking is still there. When i dr… --- ## [Identify Part For Chevy Malibu 2004 classic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-part-for-chevy-malibu-2004-classic/92424)
**Author:** [@Clarence24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clarence24)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identify-part-for-chevy-malibu-2004-classic/92424 "2016-02-01T22:10:24Z")
Could anybody identify this it was unplugged and I havevbeen having problems. --- ## [2006 Dodge Caravan issues after issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-caravan-issues-after-issues/92408)
**Author:** [@jraymond12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jraymond12)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-caravan-issues-after-issues/92408 "2016-02-01T21:03:45Z")
Purchased a used 2006 Dodge Caravan in September 2014. Everything appeared to be great. Took it into a local repair shop for an inspection before we purchased it. Looked up the car report and again, everything was just… --- ## [Brakes keep building pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-keep-building-pressure/92369)
**Author:** [@duncaneurovan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duncaneurovan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-keep-building-pressure/92369 "2016-02-01T20:58:52Z")
2002 VW Eurovan. It will (after some braking) not release the brake pressure and actually lead to undriveability. In other words: I can go for a drive, apply the brakes at the stop signs and then I can feel how the van g… --- ## [Repair or replace vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-or-replace-vehicle/92412)
**Author:** [@Mooney\_pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mooney_pilot)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-or-replace-vehicle/92412 "2016-02-01T20:34:33Z")
My well maintained 1998 Isuzu Rodeo has developed a front main seal leak, and the automatic transmission often will not shift into overdrive. With 135,000 miles, I'm hesitant to learn what the repairs may cost. Would it … --- ## [Do Toyota Factory Radiators have a Date Stamp?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-toyota-factory-radiators-have-a-date-stamp/92395)
**Author:** [@jgalt88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jgalt88)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-toyota-factory-radiators-have-a-date-stamp/92395 "2016-02-01T19:16:57Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. I had the dealership replace the radiator with a factory part in June of 2014, and I just had to have it replaced again on 1/28/16. I commented to my mechanic that it was strange… --- ## [08 Fit mileage problem!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-fit-mileage-problem/89499)
**Author:** [@xena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xena)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-fit-mileage-problem/89499 "2016-02-01T18:33:41Z")
In the past year or so mileage on my Honda Fit (08) has decreased at least 100 miles per tank full. Changed spark plugs, put in additive, changed air filter. Tires ok. Suggestions, comments? I have 120,000 miles on i… --- ## [Ever turning lug nuts: lefty...but not loosey (and yes they really are turning)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-turning-lug-nuts-lefty-but-not-loosey-and-yes-they-really-are-turning/92325)
**Author:** [@Future\_attorney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Future_attorney)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-turning-lug-nuts-lefty-but-not-loosey-and-yes-they-really-are-turning/92325 "2016-02-01T02:53:41Z")
Flat tire. Front left. Loosened(thanks Monroe for over tightening them), jacked it up, took off two of five lug nuts. Three are spinning(its not stripped, at least not on the outside of the lug nuts). Why do they turn an… --- ## [2008 Nissan Sentra Struts and 60K Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-struts-and-60k-maintenance/92410)
**Author:** [@diego898](https://community.cartalk.com/u/diego898)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-struts-and-60k-maintenance/92410 "2016-02-01T01:43:13Z")
Hello all, I have no experience with car maintenance, but I recently took my 2008 nissan sentra (72K miles) in and was told I need to: fix my two front struts that are leaking - $450 + tax 60K Maintenance - $350 + t… --- ## [92 tercel having issues, still possible to fix myself or signs of bigger issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-tercel-having-issues-still-possible-to-fix-myself-or-signs-of-bigger-issues/92400)
**Author:** [@shughes89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shughes89)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-tercel-having-issues-still-possible-to-fix-myself-or-signs-of-bigger-issues/92400 "2016-02-01T00:23:59Z")
I know what most have told me is to junk her but I believe in fixing things instead of throwing them away&I am sentimental with the damn thing, that being said please be nice&id appreciate any input, I have access to a s… --- ## [2007 Ford F-150 with 5.4l Triton keeps going through coil packs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-f-150-with-5-4l-triton-keeps-going-through-coil-packs/92398)
**Author:** [@Rebelhill71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebelhill71)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2016, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-f-150-with-5-4l-triton-keeps-going-through-coil-packs/92398 "2016-02-01T00:13:15Z")
PLEASE HELP! My mechanic is supposed to be awesome at overhauling/rebuilding 5.4l motor hence why i went to him when i was told to i needed to do so when i started having problems with mine. I had a full overhaul done on… --- ## [Gigantic wheel weights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gigantic-wheel-weights/92359)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2016, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gigantic-wheel-weights/92359 "2016-01-31T17:47:34Z")
I collect wheel weights I find along side the road. You know, a car goes around a corner and tosses a weight which slides to the outside curb. Ok, maybe I'm a little crazy to collect wheel weights, but that's one of… --- ## [Metro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metro/92384)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2016, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metro/92384 "2016-01-31T17:41:58Z")
My brother (deceased ) had a girlfriend (very manipulative person ) who has left a 99 Metro 3 cyl sitting since 2012 ,now it wont run ,it will fire if you pour gas into the throttle body ,any suggestions ? How hard is i… --- ## [Warning Lights Puzzler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-lights-puzzler/92411)
**Author:** [@sgtrock21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sgtrock21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2016, 11:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-lights-puzzler/92411 "2016-01-31T11:55:33Z")
Something odd happened this morning. As I have stated I am anything but proficient regarding automotive computers. My 2010 Kia Forte SX 2.4L I4 6 speed M/T 38,000 miles had been parked for about 24 hours. It started norm… --- ## [Car having trouble starting-2006 VW Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-having-trouble-starting-2006-vw-jetta/92393)
**Author:** [@anandr91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anandr91)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2016, 6:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-having-trouble-starting-2006-vw-jetta/92393 "2016-01-31T06:36:27Z")
Hello, i have a 2006 VW Jetta 2.5. everytime i fill up the car all the way, i have this problem with it. i go to start the car and it wont start, i hear the engine turning, but it wont start, but if i wait for 5 mins and… --- ## [(Chevy Cavalier 2001) Tail light issue help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-cavalier-2001-tail-light-issue-help/92405)
**Author:** [@PoorMkIV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PoorMkIV)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2016, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-cavalier-2001-tail-light-issue-help/92405 "2016-01-31T01:41:58Z")
Passengers side tail light doesn't react when braking, using hazards or blinker, what do I replace? The bulb is lit, but doesn't blink or brighten when the brakes are applied. As of right now I'm replacing the bulb socke… --- ## [Tire recommendations for SUV?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-recommendations-for-suv/92385)
**Author:** [@Erasmus\_B\_Dragon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erasmus_B_Dragon)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-recommendations-for-suv/92385 "2016-01-30T19:28:07Z")
I'm in the market for some new rubber for my '07 Honda Pilot. Any recommendations on tires (235 70R 16)? --- ## [Manual Transmission Reverse Gear: Does it usually have a synchronizer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-reverse-gear-does-it-usually-have-a-synchronizer/92319)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 11:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-reverse-gear-does-it-usually-have-a-synchronizer/92319 "2016-01-30T11:41:49Z")
On this week's show a caller said his manual transmission car made grinding noises when trying to put it in "reverse". Ray said the problem was likely the reverse-gear synchronizer was worn out. I was surprised to hea… --- ## [AC compressor replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-replacement/92348)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 8:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-replacement/92348 "2016-01-30T08:16:34Z")
I just got a text from a friend that is dropping their 2002 Dakota truck off at my shop. They said that either the alternator or the AC compressor locked up. They are only 500 ft from my shop door. I presume that it is… --- ## [Had minor accident, now accelerator stuck, but only in DRIVE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/had-minor-accident-now-accelerator-stuck-but-only-in-drive/92388)
**Author:** [@gaydos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gaydos)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 6:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/had-minor-accident-now-accelerator-stuck-but-only-in-drive/92388 "2016-01-30T06:44:48Z")
My husband swerved to avoid a dog and clipped our neighbor's parked car. Her damage is minimal but our hood is crimped and when the transmission is in Drive, the accelerator seems to be stuck full bore. Doesn't do this i… --- ## [Rattling when heat is on...2010 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-when-heat-is-on-2010-toyota-corolla/92392)
**Author:** [@shunt19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shunt19)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-when-heat-is-on-2010-toyota-corolla/92392 "2016-01-30T06:22:08Z")
Hi everyone. I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla with 75,000 miles on it. Over the last few days, I have noticed that there is a rattling noise occurring in the front passenger side of my car around the glove box area when th… --- ## [Volvo S40 battery goes flat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s40-battery-goes-flat/92397)
**Author:** [@weasel48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weasel48)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s40-battery-goes-flat/92397 "2016-01-30T05:59:08Z")
My car needs a jump after sitting at the airport for a few days. New battery did not fix. Usual mechanic could not find drain (aside from car alarm, which takes several kilotons to set off), said Volvo electrical syste… --- ## [Toyota ac problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-ac-problem/92399)
**Author:** [@jcoyne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jcoyne)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2016, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-ac-problem/92399 "2016-01-30T05:42:33Z")
I own a Toyota Venza 2013. I have lost control of my ac system. None of the controls work on the dash. The system works because the ac is running but you cant change any of the settings as well as turn it off. It seems t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1071) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1073)