# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1090 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1091 --- ## [Blower Motor Will Not Stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-motor-will-not-stop/91655)
**Author:** [@HOSE-LINE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HOSE-LINE)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-motor-will-not-stop/91655 "2015-11-09T22:42:34Z")
Blower motor will not stop after engine is turned off. Is this a relay switch issue? Motor will run at very high speed. After a few minutes it would intermittently turn on and off. Battery was discharged two days ago… --- ## [SAE 20W/50 Bardahl Classic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sae-20w-50-bardahl-classic/91611)
**Author:** [@anon86613489](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anon86613489)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 7:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sae-20w-50-bardahl-classic/91611 "2015-11-09T07:20:27Z")
Now I have a question for you guys. The oil in the title is on sale right now at a very good price. Does any of you have any experience with Bardahl oils? (yes, I need 20/50 oil). Normally I use Duckhams and - if not ava… --- ## [Dimming headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dimming-headlights/91654)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dimming-headlights/91654 "2015-11-09T07:17:18Z")
Do older vintage (1999) headlights dim as they age, or do they just burn out like tungsten bulbs in the house? My son has this problem--lives far away. No signs of low voltage in the car, and the plastic lenses are only … --- ## [Subaru shudder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-shudder/91656)
**Author:** [@Skitlz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skitlz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 6:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-shudder/91656 "2015-11-09T06:07:50Z")
I recently purchased a 2013 forester and noticed a slight shudder in the car once I start to accelerate but it only lasts until I hit 20mph or so then disappears. The salesman tried telling me it was a normal subaru char… --- ## [93 tercel engine issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-tercel-engine-issue/91659)
**Author:** [@wrenchbiter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wrenchbiter)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-tercel-engine-issue/91659 "2015-11-09T05:55:31Z")
I have a 93 tercel that has developed a weird engine problem. It starts fine and will drive fine for about half hour. If u stop after half hour and shut engine off and 5 minutes later try to restart and it will crank ov… --- ## [3 distinctive noises: Boiling kettle, taping shoes and a squeek](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-distinctive-noises-boiling-kettle-taping-shoes-and-a-squeek/91660)
**Author:** [@omarjuvera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/omarjuvera)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2015, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-distinctive-noises-boiling-kettle-taping-shoes-and-a-squeek/91660 "2015-11-09T05:27:17Z")
I have a 2003 PT Cruiser. I noticed 3 distinctive noises; All of them coming from the front weel(s). 1) While driving, the car makes a boiling-kettle like sound, all the time. 2) Also while driving, it occasionall… --- ## [2011 Dodge Avenger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-avenger/91657)
**Author:** [@Bradleybern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bradleybern)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2015, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-avenger/91657 "2015-11-08T22:32:05Z")
When you press on the accelerator the car feels very sluggish it only has 61,000 miles --- ## [Can anyone give me a price quote of repairs on my car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-give-me-a-price-quote-of-repairs-on-my-car/91649)
**Author:** [@Julian\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julian_T)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2015, 9:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-give-me-a-price-quote-of-repairs-on-my-car/91649 "2015-11-08T09:56:21Z")
Hello, My 2003 Nissan Maxima GLE's engine was starting to make some noise.. Also, I was realizing that my car was eating up alot of my gas. I will fill it up, and in about 3 days, it will be beyond less than a half tank.… --- ## [Power window failure: replace the motor/regulator unit, or just the motor? (2001 Toyota Solara)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-failure-replace-the-motor-regulator-unit-or-just-the-motor-2001-toyota-solara/91588)
**Author:** [@DIY\_Wannabe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIY_Wannabe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2015, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-failure-replace-the-motor-regulator-unit-or-just-the-motor-2001-toyota-solara/91588 "2015-11-08T02:42:34Z")
Hey, I've got a 2001 Toyota Solara, and the driver's side power window has stopped working (in the "up") position. Other windows and powered items in the car work, and there's no sound when I hit the electric switch. Fro… --- ## [What NATURAL conditioner can I use on my car interior?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-natural-conditioner-can-i-use-on-my-car-interior/91618)
**Author:** [@JennG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JennG)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2015, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-natural-conditioner-can-i-use-on-my-car-interior/91618 "2015-11-08T00:33:47Z")
I plan to us a damp cloth with vinegar/water solution to clean my dash, leatherette seats, etc. Please no suggestions of Armor All, McGuire's, etc. Thanks! --- ## [99 VW Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-jetta/91606)
**Author:** [@nbpt100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbpt100)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-jetta/91606 "2015-11-07T19:57:20Z")
I just inherited a VW Jetta, 1999. It seems to be in ok condition considering the age. I am asking if there are specific areas that are know to be problematic in this car that I should pay extra attention to? Are ther… --- ## [2002 camry: any advise would be appreciated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-any-advise-would-be-appreciated/91647)
**Author:** [@ramjaane179](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramjaane179)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-any-advise-would-be-appreciated/91647 "2015-11-07T18:38:43Z")
Hi I apologize in advance if this is not proper forum to ask question. I will describe the problem just in case someone can shed some light. I have 2002 camry 4 cylinders and has 175,000 miles. I was driving on the freew… --- ## [How do I get my truck back from the mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-truck-back-from-the-mechanic/91427)
**Author:** [@tardrex](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tardrex)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-my-truck-back-from-the-mechanic/91427 "2015-11-07T08:17:45Z")
We have a local mechanic here who works out of a garage in his backyard part time,when I was picking my car up I mentioned to him that I just bought an old truck that needs a transmission.he showed me a transmission he h… --- ## [Ignition coil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil/91637)
**Author:** [@scj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scj)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 7:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coil/91637 "2015-11-07T07:56:21Z")
2000 Honda Accord. I've been told I have a bad ignition coil. Do I need to replace all six or can I just replace the one? Thanks. --- ## [Another Dilemma , What Do You Think?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-dilemma-what-do-you-think/91645)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-dilemma-what-do-you-think/91645 "2015-11-07T05:37:47Z")
I have a 2002 Jeep Liberty that needs an engine . I know a man that specializes in Liberty's . He buys them in all conditions to fix up & for parts . He bought a 2002 Liberty for parts that has 103,000 miles & when he bo… --- ## [Front Left Wheel Metal Grinding When Turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-left-wheel-metal-grinding-when-turning/91638)
**Author:** [@Hoppd2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hoppd2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2015, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-left-wheel-metal-grinding-when-turning/91638 "2015-11-07T05:20:18Z")
Hello everybody, So I've been doing a lot of research on this forum, but have not been able to find an answer, so I made a username and hope you can help me with my problem. I'll try to break it down for you. Car: 03 B… --- ## [2002 Nissan Maxima ZERO POWER](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-maxima-zero-power/91289)
**Author:** [@kmull77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmull77)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2015, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-maxima-zero-power/91289 "2015-11-06T17:50:26Z")
I have a 2002 Nissan Maxima GLE. I had had problems with it misfiring. It said it was misfiring on cylinder 6. Put all new spark plugs on it, same problem. Put new ignition coils, still same problem. Had it checked by se… --- ## [A Super Stumper: The Mint 1992 Toyota Pickup... that runs like Junk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-super-stumper-the-mint-1992-toyota-pickup-that-runs-like-junk/91636)
**Author:** [@RockyCoastlines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RockyCoastlines)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2015, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-super-stumper-the-mint-1992-toyota-pickup-that-runs-like-junk/91636 "2015-11-06T08:17:04Z")
Hello, Cartalk friends! I have a stumper for you. I have a gorgeous, mint 4x4 1992 Toyota pickup...that runs terribly. Sometimes, it won't start. When it does start, it often idles very, very low. (Idler tension cable wa… --- ## [OK, @JoeMario, Freddist and his free online manuals went poof at your request for five "flags"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-joemario-freddist-and-his-free-online-manuals-went-poof-at-your-request-for-five-flags/91633)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2015, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-joemario-freddist-and-his-free-online-manuals-went-poof-at-your-request-for-five-flags/91633 "2015-11-06T07:30:14Z")
Apparently there were at least four other folks up already this morning. The post disappeared while I was looking at the website. I didn't see any harm in them, they were free. I went ahead and bookmarked the site … --- ## [2009 Ford Ranger 4.0 misfire at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-ranger-4-0-misfire-at-idle/91619)
**Author:** [@mmmvr4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmmvr4)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2015, 7:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-ranger-4-0-misfire-at-idle/91619 "2015-11-06T07:08:47Z")
I have a problem with a 2009 Ford Ranger with a 4.0 V6 that no one can seem to figure out. It occasionally goes into fits & misfires on cylinder 2 at idle. This is a sporadic problem, it does not do it all the time. C… --- ## [T-boned, is it safe to drive my car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/t-boned-is-it-safe-to-drive-my-car/91623)
**Author:** [@Aafke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aafke)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2015, 6:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/t-boned-is-it-safe-to-drive-my-car/91623 "2015-11-06T06:07:30Z")
I was t-boned at an intersection, (I had a green light) My car was hit by the rear door and part of my wheel rim was broken off. The tire is keeping the air. We are also going to have a guy from the other driver's insura… --- ## [2001 Pontiac Grand Am "Trac Off"/ETS Malfunction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-grand-am-trac-off-ets-malfunction/91547)
**Author:** [@Gedy4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gedy4)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2015, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-grand-am-trac-off-ets-malfunction/91547 "2015-11-05T23:41:09Z")
2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4-door sedan, automatic transmission, 2.4L 4-cylinder inline, front-wheel drive, 146000 miles. The issue: - "Trac Off" light will come on seemingly at random. No other light will come on; the "… --- ## [Jeep Wrangler Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-wrangler-issue/91639)
**Author:** [@STROK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STROK)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2015, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-wrangler-issue/91639 "2015-11-05T19:43:22Z")
After a clean flush and fill of the radiator and new thermostat this problem still exists on my 2013 Jeep Wrangler: While going up hill ONLY, the temperature will go from about 50% (normal) to about 60-70% then once the … --- ## [Kayak v. Car - Auto body repair questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kayak-v-car-auto-body-repair-questions/90938)
**Author:** [@SlowLane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SlowLane)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2015, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kayak-v-car-auto-body-repair-questions/90938 "2015-11-05T02:46:32Z")
Yes, really. Someone dropped their kayak off their pickup truck's rack (very high rack) in a parking lot at the park. The boat fell onto my sedan, onto the quarter panel, between rear windshield and rear glass not-quite-… --- ## [97 Tahoe Intermittently Not Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-tahoe-intermittently-not-starting/91629)
**Author:** [@ScottEPooh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottEPooh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-tahoe-intermittently-not-starting/91629 "2015-11-04T22:32:22Z")
Okay, this problem has plagued me for awhile, turning to all y'all! So, I have a 97 Tahoe that I love! The problem is that, every once in awhile, it simply won't start. Won't start, won't crank, won't do anything. I … --- ## [Substituting oils](https://community.cartalk.com/t/substituting-oils/91627)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/substituting-oils/91627 "2015-11-04T21:02:28Z")
I have two questions... I have a gallon of heavy 4 cycle synthetic oil for small engines. my son says that it is an expensive oil used by guys who race 4 wheelers and is often changed after every race. my son left it … --- ## [Whining Noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise/91628)
**Author:** [@Azotre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Azotre)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise/91628 "2015-11-04T18:10:41Z")
We just bought a used car from a company here in Indianapolis. It's a 2010 Ford Focus. It's my fiancees and I's first big coverage and the first newer car we had. We traded in a 98 Mercury Sable which was falling apar… --- ## [Dakota noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dakota-noise/91621)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dakota-noise/91621 "2015-11-04T15:52:53Z")
My 06 Dodge Dakota,has a terrible racket coming from the front end when you hit a rough place in the roads especially the left side,seems worse when the wheels are cut,nothing is obviously loose,it has 88K miles on it,a… --- ## [2001 Mitsubishi Mirage repair manual - driving without belt that connects to compressor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mitsubishi-mirage-repair-manual-driving-without-belt-that-connects-to-compressor/90519)
**Author:** [@cubiclemax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cubiclemax)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mitsubishi-mirage-repair-manual-driving-without-belt-that-connects-to-compressor/90519 "2015-11-04T15:47:45Z")
Unable to find a Haynes or Chilton repair manual for the 2001 Mitsubishi Mirage. Is this vehicle the "same as" another make / model? While I want the repair manual (not a factory service manual), my immediate need is t… --- ## [04KiaOpt idleshigh/low after 10mi. FLEXPIPE?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04kiaopt-idleshigh-low-after-10mi-flexpipe/91597)
**Author:** [@Jo19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jo19)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2015, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04kiaopt-idleshigh-low-after-10mi-flexpipe/91597 "2015-11-04T10:18:01Z")
04 Kia Optima (116,000miles) will drive ok for 20 min. or so (last time 10 miles) I'll hit a bump, stop, turn a corner, or drive on hills (basically any condition) and it suddenly acts up after a small jerk (engine light… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1089) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1091)