# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1094 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1095 --- ## [I put petrol in a diesel engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-put-petrol-in-a-diesel-engine/91478)
**Author:** [@Condor08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Condor08)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-put-petrol-in-a-diesel-engine/91478 "2015-10-21T22:48:40Z")
I borrowed a friends 2003 Mercedes Vito and put about 10 liters of petrol in an empty tank. It drove for about a kilometer or two, than died out... No dramatic noise, just sputtered out. Wondering what the damage coul… --- ## [Old battery and rate of parasitic drain on car all of a sudden](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-battery-and-rate-of-parasitic-drain-on-car-all-of-a-sudden/91465)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-battery-and-rate-of-parasitic-drain-on-car-all-of-a-sudden/91465 "2015-10-21T22:16:24Z")
I have a 2006 Suzuki Forenza with original battery, so it's been about 9.5 years now. Yesterday, I couldn't start the car, and it made a few rapid clicks on trying to start it. I didn't have time to deal with it so took … --- ## [Suzuki Idle Problem with AC Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-idle-problem-with-ac-off/91501)
**Author:** [@Driver2016](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Driver2016)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 4:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-idle-problem-with-ac-off/91501 "2015-10-21T16:31:12Z")
I have a Suzuki Esteem on which I have recently had following work done from a suzuki dealer on their recommendation. 1) Throttle body repair and Cleaning. 2) idle air control valve cleaning 3) New fuel filter, air filte… --- ## [Sluggish Power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-power/91492)
**Author:** [@Mkz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mkz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sluggish-power/91492 "2015-10-21T07:52:23Z")
I have a 2008 Mkz front wheel drive, lately it's been running sluggish with a wired sound. can any one please let me know what the problem may be so i can shop around for a good mechanic Thanks James --- ## [Problem starting a 1997 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-starting-a-1997-toyota-camry/91489)
**Author:** [@dunedin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dunedin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2015, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-starting-a-1997-toyota-camry/91489 "2015-10-21T02:45:14Z")
I posted this back on March 31: http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2302838/intermittent-starter-problem-in-a-1997-toyota-camry#latest My girlfriend has a 1997 Toyota Camry with a 6 cyl engine. Low mileage - only 66k… --- ## [No crank no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-no-start/91490)
**Author:** [@Heineman21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Heineman21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-no-start/91490 "2015-10-20T20:34:45Z")
I have a 2003 audi a4 1.8t Quattro. The car will only start if I jump the starter solenoid and will only run for a few seconds and shut off. I have a new battery in it and a few relays. --- ## [Prizm, sometimes starting, sometimes not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prizm-sometimes-starting-sometimes-not/91477)
**Author:** [@Liz1445](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liz1445)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prizm-sometimes-starting-sometimes-not/91477 "2015-10-20T18:56:25Z")
I have a 2002 Geo Prizm and its been a great little car, minimal problems with it, 109,000 miles on it. I just got new struts and brake pads on it, and every thing was fine, it was starting without any problems. It has… --- ## [Intermittent howls and squeals from front passenger side (I think)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-howls-and-squeals-from-front-passenger-side-i-think/91470)
**Author:** [@ShooterMcGavin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShooterMcGavin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-howls-and-squeals-from-front-passenger-side-i-think/91470 "2015-10-20T18:09:58Z")
I recently bought a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 automatic 4.7L. About 3 days after purchase I've begun to notice a couple of strange noises. Now I put this truck through its paces during the evaluation period and noticed n… --- ## [Do you suffer from foggy headlamps?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-suffer-from-foggy-headlamps/91479)
**Author:** [@meaneyedcatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meaneyedcatz)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-suffer-from-foggy-headlamps/91479 "2015-10-20T17:43:30Z")
I found a partial solution to foggy headlamps since replacement headlamps are at least $100 each for imported salt water salvage parts. Get a spray bottle of bug spray with DEET in it. Can be found at Bass Pro, Cabelas… --- ## [Brake squeals on hills and non-level surfaces](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-squeals-on-hills-and-non-level-surfaces/91488)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-squeals-on-hills-and-non-level-surfaces/91488 "2015-10-20T17:12:06Z")
I know brake squealing indicates worn brakes and time to check/replace. But I notice on my 2009 Hyundai Accent, the squeal only happens going downhill (maybe uphill too, but one usually doesn't brake much there), and on … --- ## [Am I Missing Something?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-missing-something/91476)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 8:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-missing-something/91476 "2015-10-20T08:44:44Z")
All of you regulars know I'm new to the forum . In multiple page threads does anyone besides me have problems distinguishing which page of the thread they're on by looking at the row of page numbers at the bottom of the … --- ## [A/C Grinding Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-grinding-noise/91483)
**Author:** [@Rdemeran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rdemeran)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-grinding-noise/91483 "2015-10-20T05:26:35Z")
I have a 2000 Toyota Avalon. The A/C will only come on if the switch is turned to full blast, but even then it makes a really loud grinding noise and does not blow very cold air. Is this a compressor issue or blower moto… --- ## [Replacing an engine camshaft with electrical solenoids?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-an-engine-camshaft-with-electrical-solenoids/91469)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2015, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-an-engine-camshaft-with-electrical-solenoids/91469 "2015-10-20T03:35:53Z")
If you look through the Wikipedia article on Toyota engines, you can sort of predict the areas where the next model's improvements will be. For example, once they got the fuel injection and ignition system working prett… --- ## [1997 Nissan Pickups , Coolant?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-pickups-coolant/91462)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2015, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-pickups-coolant/91462 "2015-10-19T22:34:55Z")
About 13 years ago I bought a 1997 Nissan Pickup . It has the 2400 4 cylinder engine . About 5 years ago a family member had a 1994 Nissan Pickup that the frame rusted in two . Both trucks have the same engine & other pa… --- ## [When is it too much to continue to pay for repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-it-too-much-to-continue-to-pay-for-repairs/91463)
**Author:** [@Eddiepooh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eddiepooh)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2015, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-it-too-much-to-continue-to-pay-for-repairs/91463 "2015-10-19T19:58:42Z")
I bought my daughter a 2005 Saab 9-7x. She had the car over 2years. We paid $1000 for suspension on work and $100 for oil change. She has not kept up her car and now because she drove the car without repairing brakes … --- ## [400 miles from home & Getting into first suddenly super touchy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/400-miles-from-home-amp-getting-into-first-suddenly-super-touchy/91472)
**Author:** [@Ivy\_leaf85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ivy_leaf85)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2015, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/400-miles-from-home-amp-getting-into-first-suddenly-super-touchy/91472 "2015-10-19T19:24:28Z")
While driving in torturously slow traffic yesterday I noticed a sudden change in the way my car engages into first gear. From a stop, normally I can let the clutch out at a medium speed, apply just a little gas & away we… --- ## [Turning engine on, it races, sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-engine-on-it-races-sometimes/91482)
**Author:** [@OhReallyO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OhReallyO)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2015, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-engine-on-it-races-sometimes/91482 "2015-10-19T18:15:50Z")
Pressing the start button on my 2013 Nissan Cube this morning, the engine raced and the tachometer went into the redline 7-8000 rpm range. Half awake, before starting my morning commute, the loud rev sound scarred the be… --- ## [95 Ford Ranger Clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-ford-ranger-clutch/91471)
**Author:** [@The-Kid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/The-Kid)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2015, 6:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-ford-ranger-clutch/91471 "2015-10-19T06:58:28Z")
So I have had an issue with my Ranger. When the car is cold it's fine. After a while...maybe 20-30 minutes of driving, the clutch will start to stick. No better way to describe it. I will take my foot off and it will… --- ## [Car Fell of jack and now makes noise only when turned right while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fell-of-jack-and-now-makes-noise-only-when-turned-right-while-driving/91473)
**Author:** [@A\_Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/A_Honda)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fell-of-jack-and-now-makes-noise-only-when-turned-right-while-driving/91473 "2015-10-18T21:57:53Z")
After coming home at a late night in my 2005 Honda Accord, I heard noise coming from the drivers side front wheel. I've heard this noise once before after a rock got stuck up in my brakes. I pulled into a parking lot and… --- ## [2008 Toyota RAV4 Heating Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-rav4-heating-problem/91474)
**Author:** [@MamaSitaSuz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MamaSitaSuz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-rav4-heating-problem/91474 "2015-10-18T21:55:49Z")
Hello! I have a 2008 Toyota Rav4 all wheel drive that has 80,000 miles on it. It's been having a lot of problems lately, namely the water pump. I got it replaced at our local mechanic's about 3 weeks ago and all was fine… --- ## [Audi A6 Check Engine Light is on and Dealer says "there's no solution for the problem"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a6-check-engine-light-is-on-and-dealer-says-theres-no-solution-for-the-problem/91441)
**Author:** [@Reen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reen)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a6-check-engine-light-is-on-and-dealer-says-theres-no-solution-for-the-problem/91441 "2015-10-18T19:05:38Z")
My 2014 Audi A6 is running fine, but the check engine light has come on twice. I brought it to the dealer and they said that the "fuel level sensor circuit range/performance" is the problem, but that Audi does not have … --- ## [Sons New Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sons-new-truck/91385)
**Author:** [@I\_m\_THAT\_Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/I_m_THAT_Guy)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sons-new-truck/91385 "2015-10-18T07:55:56Z")
My son purchased a very used 2000 Chevy Silverado 1500 v6 for his first truck. I suggested that he knock out a quick oil change and proceeded to explain what he needed to do. We work on other projects together so I wasn'… --- ## [04 pt cruiser engine light on, and car is hesitating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pt-cruiser-engine-light-on-and-car-is-hesitating/91461)
**Author:** [@RPC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RPC)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pt-cruiser-engine-light-on-and-car-is-hesitating/91461 "2015-10-18T06:18:08Z")
My engine light went on when driving about 45mph. At same time engine began to bog down, then accelerate - then bog down again. Car is a 04 pt cruiser, Chrysler 4 cylinder Engine light still on and it starts but it see… --- ## [Steering wheel shifts depending on speed (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-shifts-depending-on-speed-video/91468)
**Author:** [@mggeisen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mggeisen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-shifts-depending-on-speed-video/91468 "2015-10-18T04:32:04Z")
I am hoping somebody can help me diagnose an issue with my 99 ES300, because I am stumped and can't seem to find other posts with this issue. While I am driving, when I hit 25-45 MPH, the wheel suddenly rotates clockwis… --- ## [2006 Toyota Sienna 78k miles rattle when throttle released](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-sienna-78k-miles-rattle-when-throttle-released/91446)
**Author:** [@mhann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mhann)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-sienna-78k-miles-rattle-when-throttle-released/91446 "2015-10-18T04:10:07Z")
It appears I have stumped my mechanic. My '06 Toyota Sienna with 78k miles started making a rattle noise (my toddler says he hears a helicopter) every time I take my foot off the gas. It is most obvious between 25-60mp… --- ## [Complete Electric failure-short?Need ideas -1997 chevy truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-electric-failure-short-need-ideas-1997-chevy-truck/91466)
**Author:** [@onokai](https://community.cartalk.com/u/onokai)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-electric-failure-short-need-ideas-1997-chevy-truck/91466 "2015-10-18T02:27:57Z")
The truck is a 1997 chevy silverado 3/4 ton. Newer battery. Pulled away from curb a few nights ago and it died electrically-so power-no lights -no engine-zip-Jumped it -ran fine another 10 feet then completly dead electr… --- ## [2007 Ford Escape emitting a strange smell from... I don't know from whence it originates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-escape-emitting-a-strange-smell-from-i-dont-know-from-whence-it-originates/91369)
**Author:** [@BRAKELINE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BRAKELINE)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2015, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-escape-emitting-a-strange-smell-from-i-dont-know-from-whence-it-originates/91369 "2015-10-18T01:16:07Z")
I own a 2007 Ford Escape. Upon parking in the garage and leaving over night, I have noticed a strange smell. It is unlike any smell I know. I took the SUV to a Ford dealership and $70 later he said nothing's wrong. I… --- ## [How important is "Lower arm control"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-is-lower-arm-control/91445)
**Author:** [@VOVO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOVO)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2015, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-is-lower-arm-control/91445 "2015-10-17T23:32:40Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota Sienna. I took it to Meinkeke for an oil change and they said i need to replace both lower arm control or something. i want to know how critical is this piece of equipment? I am obviously clueless. T… --- ## [Engine needs valve job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-needs-valve-job/91454)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2015, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-needs-valve-job/91454 "2015-10-17T22:42:19Z")
Hypothetical question , A vehicle with fairly high mileage comes into your shop needing a valve job due to low compression in a couple cylinders . The engine runs quiet with no abnormal noises & doesn't smoke . What do y… --- ## [Fuel pressure spec](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-spec/90909)
**Author:** [@mwkarrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwkarrick)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2015, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pressure-spec/90909 "2015-10-17T18:37:33Z")
i have a 1998 chevy blazer 4wd v6..i like to know what is fuel pressure spec for this blazer i test fuel pressure it was 58psi when i turn key on.when i start car it's at 56 psi [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1093) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1095)