# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1093 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1094 --- ## [Need Illumination on Spotlight Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-illumination-on-spotlight-issue/91548)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2015, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-illumination-on-spotlight-issue/91548 "2015-10-27T01:48:02Z")
Might anyone know if there is an H3 LED equivalent for a 100 Watt H3 Halogen spotlight bulb that will fit properly and focus to the same small round spotlight pattern the halogen bulb does? I have this spotlight on my b… --- ## [Radiator flush with hose after overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-flush-with-hose-after-overheating/91546)
**Author:** [@Stephon07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stephon07)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 9:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-flush-with-hose-after-overheating/91546 "2015-10-26T09:56:44Z")
Car got gummed up with some BlueDevil. Sort of like rock salt deposits all in the cooling system. I decided to flush the radiator out and do a few more things. First I took out the thermostat which was clogged up with a … --- ## [Fumes in cabin of toyota prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fumes-in-cabin-of-toyota-prius/91543)
**Author:** [@uli1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/uli1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 8:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fumes-in-cabin-of-toyota-prius/91543 "2015-10-26T08:20:59Z")
Our prius is 13 yrs old and the fan of the heat/ac broke. We had it replaced at the dealer and also had them replace the cabin airfilter.Since then, whenever we use the fan (heat or AC), we've been getting fumes in the c… --- ## [Slight Jack Error](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-jack-error/91541)
**Author:** [@zenith828](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zenith828)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-jack-error/91541 "2015-10-26T04:53:29Z")
I got a 2013 Ford Edge SE this summer and I decided that I wanted to do my own maintenance on it. I got a jack and jack stands and to change my oil. I did that with no problem so I was pretty confident about rotating t… --- ## [Wiper speed down, check engine light on, 05 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-speed-down-check-engine-light-on-05-accord/91539)
**Author:** [@wyf78945612](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wyf78945612)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-speed-down-check-engine-light-on-05-accord/91539 "2015-10-26T04:22:42Z")
I have a 2005 honda accord. When I was driving today it started to rain, so I turned on my wipers, at first they were ok, but later I noticed the wipers speed went down, and then the check engine light came on, I was sti… --- ## [CR's 2015 Frequency of Repair chart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crs-2015-frequency-of-repair-chart/91525)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crs-2015-frequency-of-repair-chart/91525 "2015-10-26T04:20:24Z")
...is interesting, I think. Personally, I am amazed at how highly Audi is currently placed in those stats. --- ## [2006 Sentra RPM Fluctuations, Stalling, No Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-rpm-fluctuations-stalling-no-codes/91520)
**Author:** [@Clavain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clavain)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2015, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-rpm-fluctuations-stalling-no-codes/91520 "2015-10-26T02:01:48Z")
As with many who may turn up on these forums, I'm out of ideas and desperate for some solutions so I'm hoping someone can help me out. I have a 2006 Sentra that over the last few months on a few occasions (3-4) when dr… --- ## [2008 Kia Rio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-rio/91544)
**Author:** [@Freehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Freehan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2015, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-rio/91544 "2015-10-25T20:49:27Z")
After driving 2 hrs on the highway, my 2008 Kia Rio chugs and spits out dark smoke. Last month, shortly after this happened, while exiting the highway, the car lost power completely. I was out of town when this happened.… --- ## [2003 Nissan Altima problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-altima-problem/91535)
**Author:** [@johnbarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnbarry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2015, 5:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-altima-problem/91535 "2015-10-25T17:13:43Z")
My wife has a problem with the check engine light coming on and staying on. The dealer has replaced the fuel pump twice (which they say is the problem) but it keeps happening. Has anyone else had the problem with their N… --- ## [2010 Hyundai Elantra (Battery condition, replace transmission)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-elantra-battery-condition-replace-transmission/91533)
**Author:** [@ZBC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZBC)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2015, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-elantra-battery-condition-replace-transmission/91533 "2015-10-25T05:55:52Z")
Hello Car Talk community I have a 2010 Elantra and I have been having problems accelerating in the last couple of months. Took it to a mechanic and they said it's definitely my transmission. I am at 51,118 miles and so… --- ## [Buzzing Sound Acura Legend 1994 at 70+mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buzzing-sound-acura-legend-1994-at-70-mph/91536)
**Author:** [@nemec4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nemec4)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2015, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buzzing-sound-acura-legend-1994-at-70-mph/91536 "2015-10-25T05:21:07Z")
Just started today on my 94 Legend L with 132,000 miles on it--- at 70 mph+ I hear a buzzing (like bees) coming from behind the gauges on the driver side. I just had my alternator and belts replaced around 1 week + ag… --- ## [2015 golf steering nose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-golf-steering-nose/91500)
**Author:** [@The-Kid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/The-Kid)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2015, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-golf-steering-nose/91500 "2015-10-24T18:27:18Z")
So I just got a new golf sport wagon and I want to checkabout a noise I've noticed. When I start the car and try and immediately turn the wheel (like to back out of a parking space), the steering makes a soft 'woop woo… --- ## [Oil in the brake reservoir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-in-the-brake-reservoir/91524)
**Author:** [@Juliet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juliet)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2015, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-in-the-brake-reservoir/91524 "2015-10-24T08:03:51Z")
Last night I mistakenly poured a small amount (less than 1/4 cup, approx) of synthetic motor oil (5w30) into the power brake reservoir of my 2008 Cadillac STS. It was too late for a garage to be open, and I was about 80 … --- ## [1993 Ford Ranger 4.0L 6 cyl intermittent won't start-low/no fuel pressure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-ranger-4-0l-6-cyl-intermittent-wont-start-low-no-fuel-pressure/91428)
**Author:** [@OldcarsRbest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldcarsRbest)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2015, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-ranger-4-0l-6-cyl-intermittent-wont-start-low-no-fuel-pressure/91428 "2015-10-24T02:00:56Z")
My 1993 Ford Ranger XLT w 170,000 miles has been having an issue with not starting. It cranks fine. At first (for the last year), the fuel pump didn't sound right or didn't come on at all; when normal, you hear it for th… --- ## [2002 Buick Regal LS with 65,000 miles second catalytic bad converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-regal-ls-with-65-000-miles-second-catalytic-bad-converter/91259)
**Author:** [@Karmaconnections](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karmaconnections)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2015, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-regal-ls-with-65-000-miles-second-catalytic-bad-converter/91259 "2015-10-24T01:01:42Z")
2002 Buick Regal LS with 65,000 miles is on second bad catalytic converter. It was my mom's car she bought it with 32,000 miles, it was willed to me and have had it for 6 monthes. I just got a P420 code. The first mechan… --- ## [92' car safe?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-car-safe/91403)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-car-safe/91403 "2015-10-23T19:58:17Z")
My 92' Laser (Mitsusbishi Eclipse rebadged)..is in almost like new condition in appearance ( 90 day wax routine since new, garaged) only 123k miles. The car is reliable , usually 2 repairs a year. I had it undercoate… --- ## [Chrysler Dodge Starting Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-dodge-starting-problems/91508)
**Author:** [@Rust-OH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rust-OH)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 6:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-dodge-starting-problems/91508 "2015-10-23T06:26:10Z")
Once or twice a months, our 2009 Dodge STX will not start but you wait 30 minutes then it will. Jumping does not help. The Wireless Access Node (WIN) has been replaced three times. The vehicle has alway been hard to s… --- ## [Car starts somewhat roughly, idles horribly for a few seconds, then dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-somewhat-roughly-idles-horribly-for-a-few-seconds-then-dies/91516)
**Author:** [@SheDancesInTheSand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SheDancesInTheSand)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-somewhat-roughly-idles-horribly-for-a-few-seconds-then-dies/91516 "2015-10-23T06:22:27Z")
It's an 05 Kia Rio. I've recently put a bit of work into it due to a few issues which were fuel related, namely replacing the fuel filter/pump. It also has brand new spark plugs. That solved the issue that originally put… --- ## [96 Ford CV is knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-ford-cv-is-knocking/91513)
**Author:** [@Hatfield\_18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hatfield_18)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-ford-cv-is-knocking/91513 "2015-10-23T06:01:19Z")
I recently started having a very loud knocking noise in my engine and I can't place it. Mostly due to my lack of car knowledge I can only trouble shoot so far. The following conditions are what I can really only go from… --- ## [High-pitched whistling sound coming from front of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pitched-whistling-sound-coming-from-front-of-car/91519)
**Author:** [@legarvey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/legarvey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pitched-whistling-sound-coming-from-front-of-car/91519 "2015-10-23T03:19:14Z")
I have recently noticed that there is a loud, high-pitched whistling sound coming from under my hood that has progressively gotten worse over the weeks. At first, it would only occur when I had my AC or heat on and would… --- ## [Looking at buying a 2011 Ford E350 with a salvaged title. What red flags should I look for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-buying-a-2011-ford-e350-with-a-salvaged-title-what-red-flags-should-i-look-for/91495)
**Author:** [@FamilyMan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FamilyMan)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-buying-a-2011-ford-e350-with-a-salvaged-title-what-red-flags-should-i-look-for/91495 "2015-10-23T00:51:30Z")
I have a Craigslist seller with a 2011 Ford E350 with 43k miles asking $9,500. The van has a salvage title. He's very upfront in saying he repairs salvages a couple of times a year to resell, and that this one had a side… --- ## [Oil reccomendations for 2000-up Subarus ressurection of "is syntetic oil reccomended for my Subaru"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-reccomendations-for-2000-up-subarus-ressurection-of-is-syntetic-oil-reccomended-for-my-subaru/91503)
**Author:** [@mjamgb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjamgb)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2015, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-reccomendations-for-2000-up-subarus-ressurection-of-is-syntetic-oil-reccomended-for-my-subaru/91503 "2015-10-23T00:10:34Z")
I stumbled on the old thread referenced: http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2136017/is-syntetic-oil-recommended-with-a-subaru-outback Anyway, my new 2015 Forester XT had a blurb in it that said all Subarus are now r… --- ## [Need help understanding polishing compounds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-understanding-polishing-compounds/91487)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-understanding-polishing-compounds/91487 "2015-10-22T14:49:34Z")
I was over the Harbor Freight the other day and was looking at their assortment of polishing compounds. Such as this "green" one. http://www.harborfreight.com/1-4-lb-green-polish-compound.html The reason I was looki… --- ## [Question about posting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-posting/91505)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-posting/91505 "2015-10-22T13:33:29Z")
How do you do the @so&so in blue in the posts , copy & paste or something different ? --- ## [Flea Market Floor Jack Won't Go Up or Down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flea-market-floor-jack-wont-go-up-or-down/90958)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flea-market-floor-jack-wont-go-up-or-down/90958 "2015-10-22T07:50:12Z")
I bought one of these Torin floor jacks used for $2 at a local flea market a couple months ago. I figured if it didn't work, I could recoup my investment at the local metal recycler. .. seriously, this thing is really h… --- ## [Tin can clanking noise!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tin-can-clanking-noise/91509)
**Author:** [@Claymation](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Claymation)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tin-can-clanking-noise/91509 "2015-10-22T07:19:39Z")
When I'm driving slow I hear what sounds like a tin can clanking up against another piece of metal, coming from the rear end. Right, Left, or center I'm not sure. U-joint maybe? HELP! --- ## [Gas type](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-type/91491)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 6:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-type/91491 "2015-10-22T06:30:25Z")
I have a car that I'm storing for someone--drive it occasionally on the highway, etc but the gas will be in it a long time. Requires premium. I will be using Sta-bil too. My question is whether it is worth paying abou… --- ## [Constant misfire cyl 1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/constant-misfire-cyl-1/91498)
**Author:** [@bambsbambino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bambsbambino)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/constant-misfire-cyl-1/91498 "2015-10-22T06:20:56Z")
I recnelty bought a 98 GMC seira for a great price knowing it needed engine work. It has a constant misfire on cylinder one and it causes the whole truck to shake constantly no matter whether idel or acceleration or slow… --- ## [Temporary Double Tire Pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-double-tire-pressure/91493)
**Author:** [@enrik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enrik)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-double-tire-pressure/91493 "2015-10-22T02:54:42Z")
My car has a digital readout of air pressures, and an alarm when pressures are low. Last night, while addressing a low tire, I was diligently re-filling all my tires to 30 psi as recommended by the manufacturer. While fi… --- ## [High Mileage Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-oil/91506)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2015, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-oil/91506 "2015-10-22T01:14:31Z")
Just read the thread about synthetic oil in Subaru's . It is said high mileage oil should be used in an engine with over 75,000 miles . What's everyone's opinion on that ? All my engines have over 75,000 . [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1092) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1094)