# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1109 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1110 --- ## [Cheap OBD II readout method](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-obd-ii-readout-method/90815)
**Author:** [@Fredeliot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fredeliot)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 7:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-obd-ii-readout-method/90815 "2015-08-10T07:32:09Z")
In a recent newspaper column Ray discussed the merits of a OBD II reader. He did not mention that there is a very inexpensive way to read the codes with a smartphone. You can buy online what is called a ELM 237 for about… --- ## [Warning Light ... what should I do..?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-light-what-should-i-do/90783)
**Author:** [@Jacabana](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacabana)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-light-what-should-i-do/90783 "2015-08-10T05:18:55Z")
I received a warning light. O'Riely's tells me loosely it is something about charcoal, vents, hoses and that it is against the law to reset the light. So I go down the road to another auto part store and they tell me i… --- ## [Intermittent Failure to Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-failure-to-start/90767)
**Author:** [@pemulis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pemulis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-failure-to-start/90767 "2015-08-10T04:35:26Z")
I'll be driving the car fine, but after driving for maybe 10+ minutes and then stopping for 20-30 minutes, my manual 2002 Mazda Tribute DX (about 126K miles) won't start. It doesn't act flooded at all, all I hear is a cl… --- ## [Replacing axle pivot bushings--tips appreciated!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-axle-pivot-bushings-tips-appreciated/90857)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-axle-pivot-bushings-tips-appreciated/90857 "2015-08-10T04:32:03Z")
1994 F150, 2WD, 188K mi. Truck failed inspection due to play in the axle pivot bushing, and I'm in the process of replacing 'em. Doing the job on the truck with a rented ball joint tool. So far, I got the rubber "guts" o… --- ## [Check engine light flashing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-flashing/90848)
**Author:** [@turkey2006](https://community.cartalk.com/u/turkey2006)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-flashing/90848 "2015-08-10T03:36:38Z")
Kia rio 2006 130461 today I went and got gas right when I pulled out light began to flash and car shaking went to auto zone codes p0302 and p0326 I had knock senor changed 2 months ago . What could be the problem the guy… --- ## [2002 Subaru Legacy Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-legacy-catalytic-converter/90854)
**Author:** [@Evan887](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Evan887)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2015, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-legacy-catalytic-converter/90854 "2015-08-10T02:46:16Z")
Hi Everyone, I have a 2002 Subaru Legacy with 125,000 miles on it. The PO420 code has been coming off and on for about a year. It is now coming on more consistently. I have received replacement quotes from $500 up to $… --- ## [1992 Lincoln Town Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-lincoln-town-car/90828)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2015, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-lincoln-town-car/90828 "2015-08-09T20:39:00Z")
I got in to the 92 Lincoln, shifted into drive, and noticed transmission slippage. I checked the transmission fluid. The fluid did not smell burned but was under the add a pint line. I added fluid to the full line. The c… --- ## [2004 Toyata Camry Locks Working Intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyata-camry-locks-working-intermittently/90842)
**Author:** [@Goldy\_Locks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Goldy_Locks)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2015, 6:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyata-camry-locks-working-intermittently/90842 "2015-08-09T06:47:31Z")
Toyota 2004 Camry door locks are working intermitently. I can only get in drivers door with door fob from outside. Inside, I can only unlock drivers door. Took to dealer and they said they tried the door fob and it w… --- ## [15W-40 synthetic instead of 5W-30 on a Honda engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15w-40-synthetic-instead-of-5w-30-on-a-honda-engine/90782)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2015, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15w-40-synthetic-instead-of-5w-30-on-a-honda-engine/90782 "2015-08-09T05:19:28Z")
Can I use 15W-40 synthetic oil motor oil instead of 5W-30 (oem specified) - the car is 16yrd old with 100k mileage? I have some left over 15W-40 synthetic oil motor oil. Also what is the shelf life of these oil unuse… --- ## [Shift Solenoid E problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-solenoid-e-problem/90840)
**Author:** [@gobbledygook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gobbledygook)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2015, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-solenoid-e-problem/90840 "2015-08-09T02:06:42Z")
My check engine light came on and I retrieved the code P0770. What does it mean? Is it safe to drive with this problem? --- ## [03 awd town and country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-awd-town-and-country/90835)
**Author:** [@JonnyG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JonnyG)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2015, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-awd-town-and-country/90835 "2015-08-08T18:05:37Z")
Very loud very violent thump while driving at all speeds. Becomes more often and not as loud while accelerating. Decelerating becomes loud and violent again. Tranny fluid is fine and doesn't smell burnt. I haven't owned … --- ## [70's Ford truck door window part name?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/70s-ford-truck-door-window-part-name/90839)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2015, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/70s-ford-truck-door-window-part-name/90839 "2015-08-08T17:42:16Z")
Manual operated windows. The window regulator works fine, moves a single arm up and down. It's not the type with the big "X" configuration, where the legs of the "X" get pulled together and make the "X" taller. It's t… --- ## [2001 Camry 02 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-camry-02-sensor/90838)
**Author:** [@Newty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Newty)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2015, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-camry-02-sensor/90838 "2015-08-08T02:42:20Z")
check engine light came on; auto service center advised P1135 code; Bank 1; could not remove bad sensor "stuck to manifold". Car needs a state inspection 10/2015. Have not had good experience w/Toyota service dealers. … --- ## [05 Jeep Cherokee hesitating start and jerking while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-jeep-cherokee-hesitating-start-and-jerking-while-driving/90804)
**Author:** [@maestro489](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maestro489)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-jeep-cherokee-hesitating-start-and-jerking-while-driving/90804 "2015-08-07T12:38:19Z")
My 05 Cherokee has begun to jerk while driving. It's only just a jerk or two and then it smoothes out and drives fine. It only happens while driving never from a stop. It is also hesitating a little while starting. It… --- ## [Drove a New Car in 4th Gear for 200 Miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-a-new-car-in-4th-gear-for-200-miles/90831)
**Author:** [@dogwild](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dogwild)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 9:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-a-new-car-in-4th-gear-for-200-miles/90831 "2015-08-07T09:27:25Z")
I recently purchased my first brand new car ever, a 2015 Tacoma with 4x4 and the dealer said new cars today don't need to be broken in. Regardless I've been trying to not push it but what I didn't realize I was doing for… --- ## [Engine Knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking/90827)
**Author:** [@SelfMade713](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SelfMade713)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking/90827 "2015-08-07T08:55:46Z")
I have a 2006 Chevy Impala, 114K miles, never been wrecked, recent oil change, everything seemed to be working fine. Today while I was driving I heard a real loud knocking noise coming from my engine, I pulled over, turn… --- ## [Ratings of repair ease](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ratings-of-repair-ease/90741)
**Author:** [@64Mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/64Mustang)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 7:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ratings-of-repair-ease/90741 "2015-08-07T07:33:22Z")
Hey, I'm trying to help a friend buy her first car this December. She has some very specific needs, as she will working as a Cultural Resource specialist, and this will often take her into fairly rural, possibly off-road… --- ## [Ghost foot on the pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ghost-foot-on-the-pedal/90826)
**Author:** [@Sarah717](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sarah717)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ghost-foot-on-the-pedal/90826 "2015-08-07T07:27:10Z")
You know this feeling: Imagine the cruise control is on and you go down a big hill. The car accelerates past the point the cruise is set on and so the cruise stops the car from exceeding that limit. I don’t know if it … --- ## [1991 Toyota Pickup losing power, not running at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-toyota-pickup-losing-power-not-running-at-idle/90818)
**Author:** [@Millatime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Millatime)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-toyota-pickup-losing-power-not-running-at-idle/90818 "2015-08-07T07:23:12Z")
I was driving yesterday and my Toyota pickup started losing power. If I let off the gas at a stop it would rapidly die. I managed to get it home but had to floor it just to get it going in 1st and 2nd gear, and if it w… --- ## [Tire noise after getting alignment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-noise-after-getting-alignment/90800)
**Author:** [@JackSquatknowsmoreth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JackSquatknowsmoreth)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 6:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-noise-after-getting-alignment/90800 "2015-08-07T06:33:35Z")
Hello, I went and got an alignment and my tires were rotated and after I started driving it for a little I heard the noise of the tires. There is one stipulation here: I was cut off while driving around 40mph and had … --- ## [Retrieve radio code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retrieve-radio-code/90825)
**Author:** [@mjafzal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjafzal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retrieve-radio-code/90825 "2015-08-07T06:18:32Z")
Dear Car Talk Member I have replaced my car battery after replacing I notice that I cannot listen to audio system from the car when I am turning the power on it is asking me for the code Can you please retrieve the c… --- ## [Is this a stupid question? Compression effects in the crankcase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-stupid-question-compression-effects-in-the-crankcase/90823)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-stupid-question-compression-effects-in-the-crankcase/90823 "2015-08-07T06:08:51Z")
It's pretty easy to understand that when the piston goes up toward the cylinder head, the air and fuel in the cylinder will be compressed. But what about the other side of the piston? I mean what goes up has to go down… --- ## [Crazy A/C problem on my 2003 Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crazy-a-c-problem-on-my-2003-subaru-forester/90822)
**Author:** [@Clint\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clint_S)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crazy-a-c-problem-on-my-2003-subaru-forester/90822 "2015-08-07T06:08:09Z")
My Forester blows freezing cold air sitting in the driveway idling or at a stop light. As soon as you get out on the highway, it blows about 10-15 seconds of cold air and then 10-15 second of warm air. On a really hot … --- ## [What are advantages of electrocoating on brake rotors and drums?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-advantages-of-electrocoating-on-brake-rotors-and-drums/90832)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-advantages-of-electrocoating-on-brake-rotors-and-drums/90832 "2015-08-07T05:46:03Z")
I live in Boston, where I need to worry about rusting things. I need to replace the worn front brake rotors. I see some companies making electrocoated brake rotors, where the center part (where brake pads don't touch) is… --- ## [Brake Work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-work/90810)
**Author:** [@auto-owner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/auto-owner)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2015, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-work/90810 "2015-08-07T04:50:03Z")
If you replace pads before they're down to metal, and the rotors look perfect, why bother machining them? --- ## [AC blend door reprogram](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blend-door-reprogram/90830)
**Author:** [@Randy\_Griffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Randy_Griffin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2015, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blend-door-reprogram/90830 "2015-08-06T15:38:33Z")
I have a 04 Silverado crew cab with automatic AC. After many dead battery problems, the AC blend doors quit working correctly. If I pull the fuse and then let them reprogram, it may take several tries but I can eventuall… --- ## [94 jeep wrangler yj 4cyl no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-jeep-wrangler-yj-4cyl-no-start/90820)
**Author:** [@Codisius](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Codisius)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2015, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-jeep-wrangler-yj-4cyl-no-start/90820 "2015-08-06T04:06:37Z")
Ive been doing maintenance on my dads old jeep so my brother can take it to Dallas...it ran fine just doing routine maintenance on it making sure everything was in order... long story short one night some one stole the … --- ## [Exterior adhesive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exterior-adhesive/90824)
**Author:** [@iMitha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iMitha)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2015, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exterior-adhesive/90824 "2015-08-05T18:49:11Z")
My 1998 Camry has a problem where the window won't fully close on the back edge of the drivers window. (Picture below, the second picture is the passenger side window)This makes it impossible to use car washes and to fix… --- ## [2001 Isuzu Vehicross](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-isuzu-vehicross/90816)
**Author:** [@2001isuzu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2001isuzu)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2015, 6:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-isuzu-vehicross/90816 "2015-08-05T06:34:32Z")
Hello, I have a brake problem on my 2001 Isuzu Vehicross that has mechanics at 3 garages stumped. I bought this SUV in Dec 2013 and drove for 9 months with no noticeable problems. At PA state inspection in Sept 2014 all… --- ## [2002 Jeep Liberty Rack and Pinion Failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-rack-and-pinion-failure/90788)
**Author:** [@Bubbaj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bubbaj)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2015, 6:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-rack-and-pinion-failure/90788 "2015-08-05T06:26:26Z")
My rack and pinion began to fail and my Liberty developed sensitive steering (lane to lane and while towing trailers). I had it replaced locally and aligned but when I got it back it was more sensitive than before and b… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1108) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1110)