# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1078 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1079 --- ## [2003 ford ranger wont move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-ranger-wont-move/92172)
**Author:** [@Andrew1515](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew1515)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 9:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-ranger-wont-move/92172 "2016-01-06T09:11:34Z")
I have a manual transmission 2003 ford ranger , it sat over the long weekend and when I got into it today or would not move when in gear. Forward reverse nothing. I don't think it's the clutch because it stalls if you ju… --- ## [Project threads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/project-threads/92122)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 8:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/project-threads/92122 "2016-01-06T08:16:32Z")
hey Carolyn and cartalkians..... we have quite a number of people who come here, including me, who have long term auto projects going on. fender125 and his caddy come to mind..... the problem is that sometimes th… --- ## [Honda Odyssey Coolant leak and huge repair estimate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-coolant-leak-and-huge-repair-estimate/90367)
**Author:** [@Jayant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jayant)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-coolant-leak-and-huge-repair-estimate/90367 "2016-01-06T07:53:13Z")
My Honda Odyssey has only 78,000 miles and suddenly yesterday the coolant starting leaking in the garage. When I towed and took the car to the dealer, he called me and said there is some crack in the front engine and tot… --- ## [Injector hell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injector-hell/92166)
**Author:** [@Les.B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Les.B)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injector-hell/92166 "2016-01-06T03:49:24Z")
One day the car was fine. Next day I go to start it and it had the shakes, big time. AAA'ed it to the dealer, they told me that 3 injectors were bad (V6 engine). All at the exact same time, all 3. I was told that it is… --- ## [Squeaking on '98 Grand Marquis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-on-98-grand-marquis/92173)
**Author:** [@John\_Andrew\_McCormick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Andrew_McCormick)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-on-98-grand-marquis/92173 "2016-01-06T03:21:29Z")
Hey all so I just noticed that my Grand Marquis recently started to squeak rather loudly coming from the front end shocks.. Think its coming more from the passenger side.. Now we've never changed the shocks since we've h… --- ## [Will these actually "give out" & Is this a dangerous situation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-these-actually-give-out-is-this-a-dangerous-situation/92160)
**Author:** [@faron53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/faron53)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2016, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-these-actually-give-out-is-this-a-dangerous-situation/92160 "2016-01-06T00:34:01Z")
Helllllllllllppppppppppppp !!!!!!!!! (Snicker.Snicker) Okay...I've been listening to this show for years.It's been awhile though and I'm not really a mechanic.Momma has a 2003 Saturn Ion that is REALLY makin' some noise … --- ## [Good idea to replace coil springs with struts or just replace the struts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-idea-to-replace-coil-springs-with-struts-or-just-replace-the-struts/92162)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 10:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-idea-to-replace-coil-springs-with-struts-or-just-replace-the-struts/92162 "2016-01-05T10:24:48Z")
My GF has a 2006 Suzuki Reno which is the hatchback version of the more common Forenza. I worked out a trade with a local shop to swap some computer work for the labor of installing these and aligning the car. All 4 wil… --- ## [Intermittent engine died when starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-engine-died-when-starting/92161)
**Author:** [@ptk95062](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ptk95062)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 6:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-engine-died-when-starting/92161 "2016-01-05T06:35:25Z")
I have a 97 Volvo 850. A couple weeks ago, it stalled a half dozen times while starting. The engine would turn over, start, run for a few seconds, then stall. Before calling for a tow truck, I started it up again, and… --- ## [Dual Batteries in a 2003 Ford Excursion Diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dual-batteries-in-a-2003-ford-excursion-diesel/92121)
**Author:** [@DCJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DCJ)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dual-batteries-in-a-2003-ford-excursion-diesel/92121 "2016-01-05T04:27:58Z")
Morning starts on my Excursion were beginning to show signs of a weak battery. The existing batteries were 2 Die Hard Platinums, one less than 2 yrs old and the other less than 3 yrs old. I took it to Sears today and th… --- ## [Compression test on an engine that's not in a vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-test-on-an-engine-thats-not-in-a-vehicle/91353)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-test-on-an-engine-thats-not-in-a-vehicle/91353 "2016-01-05T03:18:25Z")
I am considering buying an engine that's sitting on a pallet . Supposedly the engine came out of a wrecked vehicle & has less than 20,000 miles on it . The owner said he would sell it to me for $500.00 with no warranty o… --- ## [Should I change the timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-change-the-timing-belt/92142)
**Author:** [@Ccv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ccv)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-change-the-timing-belt/92142 "2016-01-05T02:16:46Z")
I purchased a 2005 Opel Corsa C 1.8l with around 70k miles. The car is in a fantastic shape, I've had it for around 6 months, having driven around 6k miles. The first maintenance I did was changing all oils and filters, … --- ## [1997 Toyota Camry P0401 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-camry-p0401-code/92140)
**Author:** [@gsimone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gsimone)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2016, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-camry-p0401-code/92140 "2016-01-05T01:45:01Z")
Insufficient EGR: four cylinder. Replaced EGR Modulator and valve, Replaced some cracked vacuum hoses to the EGR components, and still can not clear the P0401 code. What should I check next? Looking at MAP/MAF sensor but… --- ## [1999 Mountaineer Power Loss/Backfire Under Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mountaineer-power-loss-backfire-under-acceleration/92139)
**Author:** [@williekimball1987](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williekimball1987)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2016, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mountaineer-power-loss-backfire-under-acceleration/92139 "2016-01-04T21:18:19Z")
I have a 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0L V8. It just recently began acting up. After warming up the engine goes through heavy power loss and inability to climb ANY hill. Usually cannot get above 30-35. I just recently repl… --- ## [Knocking in driver side wheel area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-in-driver-side-wheel-area/92149)
**Author:** [@Juan03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juan03)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2016, 6:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-in-driver-side-wheel-area/92149 "2016-01-04T06:57:16Z")
I have a 2000 Monte Carlo. I recently noticed a knocking sound in the driver side wheel area whenever I pull off or make turns. My mechanic said it was my rack & pinion bushing & that the whole rack had to be replaced, I… --- ## [Layed on brakes hard on interstate. Should I get them checked?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/layed-on-brakes-hard-on-interstate-should-i-get-them-checked/92115)
**Author:** [@BSCentral](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BSCentral)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/layed-on-brakes-hard-on-interstate-should-i-get-them-checked/92115 "2016-01-03T21:22:56Z")
I have a 2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS. I was driving on the highway and I had to brake hard unexpectedly. My tires screech for approximately 3 or 4 seconds. I do not know how fast I was traveling before I really had to squee… --- ## [Battery light in Pontiac Grand Am](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-in-pontiac-grand-am/92135)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 6:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-in-pontiac-grand-am/92135 "2016-01-03T06:50:53Z")
First: HAPPY NEW YEAR Second: My 2000 Pontiac Grand Am has an interesting problem. When the temperature gets below about 40 degrees F, the battery light comes on. The car runs fine, and after a few minutes, when the e… --- ## [1997 Camry missing power steering unit bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-camry-missing-power-steering-unit-bolt/91951)
**Author:** [@gsimone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gsimone)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-camry-missing-power-steering-unit-bolt/91951 "2016-01-03T04:09:10Z")
I'm missing a bolt hold down for the power steering unit, where can I get the spec for the bolt so I can purchase and replace that bolt? Thanks in advance for any help with this! Glenn --- ## [Filter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/filter-issues/92119)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/filter-issues/92119 "2016-01-03T03:17:57Z")
Well took my 2003 impala LS back to good year to see if they could remove the oil drain plug since another place couldn't due to it being on to tight. Goodyear apologized and was finally able to get it off. They chang… --- ## [Serpentine Belt Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/serpentine-belt-replacement/92141)
**Author:** [@MLMaC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MLMaC)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/serpentine-belt-replacement/92141 "2016-01-03T03:16:01Z")
What would be a reasonable price to pay to have this done in a shop? --- ## [1992 ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-ranger/92133)
**Author:** [@Momoh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Momoh)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-ranger/92133 "2016-01-03T02:37:26Z")
Why will my truck only push start and not jump? --- ## [Shop can't balance drive shaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shop-cant-balance-drive-shaft/91983)
**Author:** [@Jack-Dak87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack-Dak87)\ **Replies:** 141\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shop-cant-balance-drive-shaft/91983 "2016-01-03T01:55:45Z")
I have an 87 Dakota with a two-piece driveshaft, bought it new. A couple months ago at 140,000 miles there came a chirping noise from the rear at acceleration from a stop. I changed the u-joints with new Moogs and had a … --- ## [How to test if my clutch is going/slipping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-test-if-my-clutch-is-going-slipping/92128)
**Author:** [@TElmadawi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TElmadawi)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-test-if-my-clutch-is-going-slipping/92128 "2016-01-03T01:27:30Z")
Hello i own a mazda 3 6 speed and im curious as how to test my clutch for slippage. I read on a old forum that to put the e brake up and put the car in 1st gear and release the clutch. When i did that my car tried to mov… --- ## [Noise after shifting Outback?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-shifting-outback/89413)
**Author:** [@Luke314](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luke314)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-shifting-outback/89413 "2016-01-03T00:51:55Z")
Anyone else noticing a somewhat regular sort of light tapping noise from Subaru CVT Outback, when slowing to stop or starting out? Some days it's noticeable only for about a second after the clunk from shifting, often … --- ## [2012 chevy traverse turn signal switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-traverse-turn-signal-switch/92137)
**Author:** [@zlots](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zlots)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2016, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-traverse-turn-signal-switch/92137 "2016-01-03T00:04:59Z")
does anyone have a link i can go on to see how to remove turn signal switch on 2012 chevy traverse???? --- ## [2012 civic electrical](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-civic-electrical/92136)
**Author:** [@dsitguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dsitguy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2016, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-civic-electrical/92136 "2016-01-02T21:57:06Z")
Hello... Would like a bit of information if possible. About 6 months ago the battery died on my civic. Had to get jump start and new battery. The fresher replaced the battery however, since then the display (radio) and n… --- ## [My Brakes are Seriously Still Okay? This Makes No Sense](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brakes-are-seriously-still-okay-this-makes-no-sense/92123)
**Author:** [@sapphire1166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sapphire1166)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2016, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brakes-are-seriously-still-okay-this-makes-no-sense/92123 "2016-01-02T21:17:04Z")
I have a 2009 Hyundai Accent with about 90,000 miles. I bought it with 30,000 from a dealership that had been using it as their "loaner" car. I have no idea if the brakes were new when I got it, but let's assume they w… --- ## [Tire wear on an AWD vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wear-on-an-awd-vehicle/92125)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2016, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-wear-on-an-awd-vehicle/92125 "2016-01-02T19:47:20Z")
The discussion on tire cupping leads me to this question: I have a 1.5 year old Forester. I have rotated the tires twice now, and each time I notice some excessive tire noise after the rotation, for the next hundred mile… --- ## [Trouble finding a part. 2007 Accord, Intake tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-finding-a-part-2007-accord-intake-tube/92131)
**Author:** [@Zarathuztra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zarathuztra)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2016, 9:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-finding-a-part-2007-accord-intake-tube/92131 "2016-01-02T09:58:52Z")
2007 Honda Accord LX 2.4L 4Door My check engine light came on, with a code of P0171 \["P0171 System too Lean (Bank 1)"\]. This is a familiar code as I have gotten it before after getting my oil changed. On the previous i… --- ## [Power steering problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem/92117)
**Author:** [@darksydedaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darksydedaddy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2016, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem/92117 "2016-01-02T01:26:35Z")
I have a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck. The other day, I lost all power steering, and traced it to a loose hose connection, which let all of the fluid out. I tightened the connection, refilled the reservoir, and then bled by… --- ## [Happy New Year folks!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-new-year-folks/92127)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2016, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-new-year-folks/92127 "2016-01-01T23:48:59Z")
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