# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1089 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1090 --- ## [TTY Bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tty-bolts/91711)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2015, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tty-bolts/91711 "2015-11-15T21:51:40Z")
I've been all over the internet & can't seem to find the answer to a question . 2005 Jeep Liberty 3.7 V6 engine . It seems the head bolts & connecting rod bolts are TTY . Any other bolts in this engine TTY ? --- ## [Blinker and headlight problem 2002 Saturn lw200 wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-and-headlight-problem-2002-saturn-lw200-wagon/91700)
**Author:** [@2002SaturnLw200Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2002SaturnLw200Wagon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2015, 6:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-and-headlight-problem-2002-saturn-lw200-wagon/91700 "2015-11-15T06:27:17Z")
So whenever I turn my left signal on my headlights will turn on, typically my high beams since I have auto daylights. This happens usually 90% of the time. Then I started noticing that my headlights will not turn off som… --- ## [2013 Nissan Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima/91696)
**Author:** [@KJBruneau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KJBruneau)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2015, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima/91696 "2015-11-15T06:12:58Z")
I received this from the dealer I took my car to.... "We pulled your valve cover off, and inspected your vehicle. We found that your intake cam shaft has a crack in it. The crack is located on the intake cam journal #3.… --- ## [1997 Geo Metro Won't Start Once It Warms Up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-geo-metro-wont-start-once-it-warms-up/91668)
**Author:** [@Tarsus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tarsus)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2015, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-geo-metro-wont-start-once-it-warms-up/91668 "2015-11-15T05:50:51Z")
First time user here, have done several repairs to my vehicles, but I'm still a greenhorn when it comes to general car operation knowledge. My 1997 Geo Metro with a 1.3 Liter will start when the engine is cold but on… --- ## [2009 Chevy Aveo decelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevy-aveo-decelerating/91699)
**Author:** [@Carolryann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carolryann)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2015, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevy-aveo-decelerating/91699 "2015-11-14T23:14:29Z")
My husband has a 2009 Chevy Aveo, he's had several issues lately, split radiator hoses, an oil pan issue and now he says it's decelerating when he's driving on the highway, the engine doesn't rev when he presses the gas … --- ## [96 jimmy issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-jimmy-issue/91698)
**Author:** [@minnemnguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minnemnguy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2015, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-jimmy-issue/91698 "2015-11-14T08:03:51Z")
Hi, Recently had the radiator replaced in my jimmy which has led to another problem. When the engine is cold and I put it in reverse there is a clicking type noise from the radiator area/front end. Seems to only do i… --- ## [Bent bumper housing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-bumper-housing/91681)
**Author:** [@Veritas9199](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Veritas9199)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-bumper-housing/91681 "2015-11-13T17:37:27Z")
I got into a fender bender and now part of my bumper is rubbing against my tire. I want to bend it back but have been unsussesfull in doing so. Anyone have any thoughts? --- ## [98 avalon key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-avalon-key/91689)
**Author:** [@SUG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SUG)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-avalon-key/91689 "2015-11-13T06:56:59Z")
98 AVALON KEY I RECENTLY GOT A 98 AVALON WITH ONLY 1 KEY, WHICH DISAPPEARED. I HAD IT TOWED TO A DEALER WHO SAID THEY COULD MATCH A NEW KEY TO THE CAR. DAYS LATER THEY SAID THIS WAS 1 OF A FEW MODELS THAT THE CODE COU… --- ## [97' Nissan Pickup starter problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-nissan-pickup-starter-problems/91688)
**Author:** [@nalderl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nalderl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-nissan-pickup-starter-problems/91688 "2015-11-13T03:41:29Z")
I just installed a new Starter for my 97' Nissan Pick-up and when I tried to reconnect the battery it started turning over by itself and the battery was arcing. I connected everything on the starter correctly as far as I… --- ## [Bumper Cover Replacement - Need Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-cover-replacement-need-advice/91671)
**Author:** [@Tom\_Thumb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_Thumb)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-cover-replacement-need-advice/91671 "2015-11-13T03:31:00Z")
I want to replace my front bumper cover from a small collision I was involved in recently (It's not worth making an insurance claim, and the shops wanted at least $800, so I'm fixing it myself). The car is a 2010 Toyot… --- ## [Low Coolant (reservoir)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-coolant-reservoir/91687)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-coolant-reservoir/91687 "2015-11-13T01:34:16Z")
Hey all, So, I had my 2007 Acura TSX serviced at my local Honda dealership a few weeks ago. At the time of service, my maintenance minder called for a coolant flush (100k miles). I did that service, and noticed today… --- ## [06 Town and Country starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-town-and-country-starting-problem/91686)
**Author:** [@joelfromflint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joelfromflint)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2015, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-town-and-country-starting-problem/91686 "2015-11-13T00:35:15Z")
Hello all, I'm new here and at a complete loss. This is going to be a bit long in an effort to give you as much detail as possible. Thank you in advance for any help you may be able to give. I have a 2006 town and co… --- ## [Ice Cream Truck stalling when hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ice-cream-truck-stalling-when-hot/89744)
**Author:** [@mobilescooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mobilescooper)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2015, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ice-cream-truck-stalling-when-hot/89744 "2015-11-12T08:14:39Z")
I am the proud owner of a beautiful 1974 Ford P350 Van Ice Cream Truck / Step Van. It has a straight 6 300 4.9L and a single barrel carburetor with an automatic choke. We have replaced a lot of parts (new alternator, … --- ## [Driving w/o power steering fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-w-o-power-steering-fluid/91674)
**Author:** [@CustomDave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CustomDave)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2015, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-w-o-power-steering-fluid/91674 "2015-11-12T08:04:14Z")
What I read here confirms my own experience. That is that you can drive w/ some difficulty- straight-line easier than sharp turns. Came from Michigan to Connecticut. At Jamestown NY, power steering went out. High pressur… --- ## [Car shimmys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shimmys/91648)
**Author:** [@johnbarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnbarry)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2015, 4:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shimmys/91648 "2015-11-12T04:59:16Z")
My son's wife has a PT Cruiser, she told me last night that it has a shimmy at 70 mph. What are the causes of this ? I told her to take it to a shop as soon as she can (but she rarely takes my advice.) --- ## [2000 Toyota Corolla: Can't get rid of P1349 error code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-cant-get-rid-of-p1349-error-code/91651)
**Author:** [@Sputter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sputter)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2015, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-cant-get-rid-of-p1349-error-code/91651 "2015-11-12T01:26:19Z")
I think I've exhausted the usual suspects. Background: The car has about 150k miles, and I've had it about a year. It had a "new engine" put in a few years ago. The check engine light has been on since before the the e… --- ## [RV Tow Vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rv-tow-vehicle/91676)
**Author:** [@geelmore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geelmore)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2015, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rv-tow-vehicle/91676 "2015-11-11T21:28:41Z")
We own a class A motorhome and wanted a small vehicle to tow. We're seeing more and more vehicles being towed with all four wheels on the ground and most of them have automatic transmissions. I thought that automatics … --- ## [Drove with at LEAST a quart oil overfill for 150 miles!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-with-at-least-a-quart-oil-overfill-for-150-miles/91669)
**Author:** [@miker00lz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miker00lz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2015, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-with-at-least-a-quart-oil-overfill-for-150-miles/91669 "2015-11-11T15:26:04Z")
Hi all. I had my oil changed a couple weeks ago. 2003 Ford Mustang Mach 1. A day or two later, I started noticing a lot of smoke coming out of the exhaust at times and it smelled like something was being burned. Checked … --- ## [Dealer pulling one over on me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-pulling-one-over-on-me/91677)
**Author:** [@Coach\_E](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coach_E)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2015, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-pulling-one-over-on-me/91677 "2015-11-11T15:02:49Z")
I bought a new Mazda CX-5 several years back. I have taken it back to the dealer religiously for all maintenance including oil changes. The car has run perfectly, no issues. I have 55,000 miles on it. Two weeks ago I too… --- ## [Used car purchase / Pre-inspection](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-purchase-pre-inspection/91662)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2015, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-purchase-pre-inspection/91662 "2015-11-11T04:42:02Z")
If a 2 year old used car still has say 8 months on the original 36 month warranty...... would you still get a pre-inspection by mechanic prior to purchase? --- ## [Timing belt cover 1991 Honda Prelude](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-cover-1991-honda-prelude/91667)
**Author:** [@Adamscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adamscar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-cover-1991-honda-prelude/91667 "2015-11-10T23:16:03Z")
My grand son purchased a used 1991 Honda Prelude, 2.1 liter engine, has got it running but the timing belt cover was damaged by a prior owner, it was broken and warped and cannot be used. Cannot find a used or replacem… --- ## [Tighten fuel cap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tighten-fuel-cap/91658)
**Author:** [@Manager](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Manager)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tighten-fuel-cap/91658 "2015-11-10T23:00:19Z")
I have a 2004 Chev Avalanche. Several times recently my check engine light comes on, the truck dings 3 times at me and a dash script tells me to tighten my fuel cap. I do and the light goes out within a few hours or th… --- ## [2004 Audi A4 issues need some advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-audi-a4-issues-need-some-advice/91672)
**Author:** [@alexanderxcy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alexanderxcy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 11:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-audi-a4-issues-need-some-advice/91672 "2015-11-10T11:05:56Z")
I have my Audi A4 checked at a local dealer and was told that the car had a number of issues. I have listed the issues with quotes for prices Thermostat housing is leaking.Tech advised to remove and replace thermost… --- ## [07 F-150 Rear Differential/Drive Shaft Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-f-150-rear-differential-drive-shaft-leak/91646)
**Author:** [@codydub03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/codydub03)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-f-150-rear-differential-drive-shaft-leak/91646 "2015-11-10T09:52:40Z")
Okay, first of all let me start by saying. I have no idea if this is a website for stuff like this.. I've been looking at a place forever to try to find answer or even post my pictures about stuff like this.. If it's not… --- ## [What is normal idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-normal-idle/91596)
**Author:** [@mwkarrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwkarrick)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-normal-idle/91596 "2015-11-10T09:45:47Z")
i have a 1998 chevy blazer about 134000 miles v6 4.3 4wd..this last two weeks my blazer been running rough.i like to know what is normal idle for that blazer.when at idle its 500- 550 rpm when in drive its 500rpm.also i … --- ## [2011 Hyundai Sonata starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-sonata-starting-issues/91632)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 8:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-sonata-starting-issues/91632 "2015-11-10T08:29:47Z")
I have a 2011 sonata with the 2.4 liter 4 CYL motor and auto transmission. It has 61,600 miles on it. Just out of warranty...awesome. In the last few days I've noticed it has had issues starting. For instance, when I … --- ## [All tires have white layers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-tires-have-white-layers/91635)
**Author:** [@ukjoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ukjoe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-tires-have-white-layers/91635 "2015-11-10T05:32:02Z")
I was told purchasing tires that all tires have a white layer under the black. I've never heard of this. I have curb rub on my tires exposing the white. These are tires that had the white raised letters that are turned i… --- ## [2007 honda fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-fit/91665)
**Author:** [@Taylormade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taylormade)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-fit/91665 "2015-11-10T04:31:15Z")
Car shuts down while driving. Once it is jumped it runs for weeks then it happens again. If it's the alternator it wouldn't give me charging voltage. If it's the battery it wouldn't start. I have checked my voltages car… --- ## [How to really tell if catalytic converter is bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-really-tell-if-catalytic-converter-is-bad/91612)
**Author:** [@syllinx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/syllinx)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2015, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-really-tell-if-catalytic-converter-is-bad/91612 "2015-11-10T00:50:36Z")
I measured if with my laser thermometer. One converter was about 250 inlet and 300 outlet. Other is 250 inlet and about 550 outlet. I'm being told it could simply be spark plugs. Is this true? --- ## [Rearview mirrow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirrow/91666)
**Author:** [@Gabe55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gabe55)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirrow/91666 "2015-11-09T22:50:17Z")
My rearview mirrow got snapped off my windshield and it left a small black plastic tag on the windshield. Do I have to relace the whole setup or will I be able to glue it back on with a special glue? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1088) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1090)