# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1111 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1112 --- ## [Changing head light bulb on a 2006 Toyota Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-head-light-bulb-on-a-2006-toyota-prius/90764)
**Author:** [@liatris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/liatris)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2015, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-head-light-bulb-on-a-2006-toyota-prius/90764 "2015-07-31T07:26:29Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Prius. I bought it last year at a Toyota dealership. No long after having the car, the head light would go off sporadically, but would come back on if I turn the car off and back on. Now the entire r… --- ## [2009 Pontiac G5 drops RPM and won't accelerate on highway when low on gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-drops-rpm-and-wont-accelerate-on-highway-when-low-on-gas/90752)
**Author:** [@mytjo95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mytjo95)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2015, 6:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-drops-rpm-and-wont-accelerate-on-highway-when-low-on-gas/90752 "2015-07-31T06:44:29Z")
I took my car in to a GM dealer and they replaced the fuel tank due to a leak. The cost was under covered under a special recall via GM. Now when the car is low on gas .. (Say about 50-60 miles left on a tank, or lesss) … --- ## [Air Conditioning repair info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-repair-info/90758)
**Author:** [@Gene\_Norville](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gene_Norville)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2015, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-repair-info/90758 "2015-07-31T04:01:11Z")
This is second season I took my 1996 GMC Yukon in to get air conditioning repair. They said the Schrader Valve was failing and the entire kit (valve and tubing needed replacement . Estimate $500. Is this consistent with … --- ## [May have found the reason the spam flag count is not auto-killing spam:](https://community.cartalk.com/t/may-have-found-the-reason-the-spam-flag-count-is-not-auto-killing-spam/90763)
**Author:** [@shadowfax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shadowfax)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2015, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/may-have-found-the-reason-the-spam-flag-count-is-not-auto-killing-spam/90763 "2015-07-31T02:22:08Z")
This one’s for you, @cdaquila This post was flagged by 6 people including myself as spam, but the spam flag counter has only advanced to 2. --- ## [Civic '08 ODB connector loose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-08-odb-connector-loose/90761)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2015, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-08-odb-connector-loose/90761 "2015-07-31T00:42:36Z")
Daughter had the car in for emissions inspection (state agency, operated by a contractor). They had trouble accessing the ODB connector. I looked, and the connector is hanging loose next to what I think is its mounting… --- ## [2007 Honda Accord 3.0 L Won't Start Correctly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-3-0-l-wont-start-correctly/90762)
**Author:** [@Juan303](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juan303)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2015, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-3-0-l-wont-start-correctly/90762 "2015-07-30T20:40:42Z")
Hello, I have a 2007 Honda Accord v6 3.0 L Coupe and I have a problem with the start up. I just bought a brand new battery for my car so I know it's not the battery. Anyway, when I turn the key in the ignition (normally)… --- ## [2015 Corolla wiring gone wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-corolla-wiring-gone-wrong/90750)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2015, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-corolla-wiring-gone-wrong/90750 "2015-07-30T08:17:40Z")
This discussion was created from comments split from: Ratings of repair ease. --- ## [Any clues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-clues/90751)
**Author:** [@BKCAK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BKCAK)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2015, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-clues/90751 "2015-07-30T07:50:54Z")
I have a 1998 Range Rover. I had 22's put on it for 1 week until I was able to buy regular tires for it. While I had the 22's on I went down a hill going 45mph, the car began to shake back and forth severely, I thought t… --- ## [Don't know if I trust the "trusted" mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-if-i-trust-the-trusted-mechanic/90688)
**Author:** [@mccolin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mccolin)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2015, 6:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-if-i-trust-the-trusted-mechanic/90688 "2015-07-30T06:46:10Z")
I bought a 2001 GMC Sonoma Extended Cab 4x4 with 159,000 miles for $2,600 two weeks ago. I know enough about cars to have checked all the lines., reservoirs, belts, body undercarriage, for any wear, tear, leaks, or rust … --- ## [1991 Honda Accord cooling fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-honda-accord-cooling-fan/90745)
**Author:** [@Hondi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hondi)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2015, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-honda-accord-cooling-fan/90745 "2015-07-30T06:01:06Z")
Several months ago some kind of sensor was replaced on my 1991 Honda Accord. This was the case where the fan would sometimes go on after the engine was turned off. And to turn off the fan it was sometimes necessary to t… --- ## [Good Karma pays off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-karma-pays-off/90737)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 10:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-karma-pays-off/90737 "2015-07-29T10:28:22Z")
Several weeks ago something hit my windshield on the Ohio Tnpk. Hit it hard and left a star burst in the driver’s field of vision. My insurance company was real good about getting me in touch with the glass company. T… --- ## [2000 CR-V trailing arm bushings and sway bar links](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-cr-v-trailing-arm-bushings-and-sway-bar-links/90738)
**Author:** [@LynneA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LynneA)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 8:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-cr-v-trailing-arm-bushings-and-sway-bar-links/90738 "2015-07-29T08:18:33Z")
Having driven very little in 6 months, brought the car in a bit early based on miles but way late based on time for the next recommended dealer visit. Was told at check-in that since had had service, probably would just … --- ## [Is this a crack? Or calk line?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-crack-or-calk-line/90716)
**Author:** [@BKPmax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BKPmax)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-crack-or-calk-line/90716 "2015-07-29T07:40:29Z")
Hi all, Was thinking about buying this 08 Kia Rio. Owner collided w/ a deer (deer's fine). This area under the hood above the passenger tire area has some odd damage. Does anyone have feed back as to the severity of … --- ## [Help with 2006 Toyota Solara Windshield Washer Pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-2006-toyota-solara-windshield-washer-pump/90728)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-2006-toyota-solara-windshield-washer-pump/90728 "2015-07-29T06:52:27Z")
I have a 2006 Solara and overnight the windshield washer pump stopped working. I thought the problem was no washer fluid, filled it, and nothing. I checked the hose near the hood and nothing came out. The motor isn't … --- ## [Independent prius mechanics or auto body shops in hartford,ct](https://community.cartalk.com/t/independent-prius-mechanics-or-auto-body-shops-in-hartford-ct/90743)
**Author:** [@08priusowner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/08priusowner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/independent-prius-mechanics-or-auto-body-shops-in-hartford-ct/90743 "2015-07-29T03:41:19Z")
hi i'm searching for a competent mechanic or auto body shop in & around hartford, ct to service my toyota prius. any recommendations are appreciated :slight\_smile: i'm looking to inspect / change fluids, brakes etc. 08 p… --- ## [Ford Air conditioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-air-conditioner/90732)
**Author:** [@bered](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bered)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-air-conditioner/90732 "2015-07-29T02:57:38Z")
I have a 2012 Ford Fusion with low mileage. When I start up the car the air conditioner works well but after driving it for a while the lower vents work but little or no air from the upper vents. I can't adjust the setti… --- ## [Charging a car battery was never so easy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-a-car-battery-was-never-so-easy/90700)
**Author:** [@debrah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/debrah)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-a-car-battery-was-never-so-easy/90700 "2015-07-29T01:28:13Z")
It must have happened with many of us that we were all excited and set to go somewhere in the car but our beloved car was refusing to start. The indicators in the car were showing that the battery has died away and then … --- ## [96 Honda Civic A/C issues - Video](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-honda-civic-a-c-issues-video/90714)
**Author:** [@heavymetal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/heavymetal)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-honda-civic-a-c-issues-video/90714 "2015-07-29T01:05:56Z")
https://youtu.be/GbM0dButv28 Started happening 3 days ago. This only occurs when the car is idle and the A/C is on. It does not kill the engine but makes it bog down during this. The cycle is that it dies this and then… --- ## [Dampness in rear cargo area in 2002 Chevrolet Suburban](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dampness-in-rear-cargo-area-in-2002-chevrolet-suburban/90740)
**Author:** [@jpittman2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jpittman2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2015, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dampness-in-rear-cargo-area-in-2002-chevrolet-suburban/90740 "2015-07-29T00:03:19Z")
Noticed this during a recent trip halfway cross country. It did POUR for part of the trip, but I didn't notice the wetness until a few days after we were at our destination. Further, none of our luggage etc was wet, so… --- ## [Toyota RAV4 EVAP problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-evap-problem/90730)
**Author:** [@Maxrax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maxrax)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2015, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-evap-problem/90730 "2015-07-28T20:39:57Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota RAV4. In February 2014 at 34,600 miles when the car was 46 months old I had the EVAP (charcoal) canister and filter replaced for $1,300. Error codes were P043, P0401 and P0402. Recently I had the fo… --- ## [2011 Chevy Impala LTZ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevy-impala-ltz/90731)
**Author:** [@RobS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2015, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevy-impala-ltz/90731 "2015-07-28T19:16:17Z")
I have a 2011 Chevy Impala. When accelerating from a stop it will frequently stutter then jerk forward. The first time this happened I thought someone had rear-ended me. I've been to the dealer several times about this… --- ## [Prius Airbag Wiring Harness repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-airbag-wiring-harness-repair/90734)
**Author:** [@Shelby6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelby6)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2015, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-airbag-wiring-harness-repair/90734 "2015-07-28T04:37:09Z")
Can the airbag wiring harness on a 2005 Toyota Prius require replacement after 10 years? My friend will be paying $2,000 (mostly labor) for this work and the local dealer needs to send to Boston for the part. Is this o… --- ## [Ford Explorer Dying...any Car Voodoo Advice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-dying-any-car-voodoo-advice/90684)
**Author:** [@JayGo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayGo)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-dying-any-car-voodoo-advice/90684 "2015-07-27T17:23:50Z")
Hey Guys, Got a question and its kind of a doozy, so here I go. Have a 2000 Ford Explorer XLT thats in fairly decent shape considering its been thru 4 family members now. For awhile now the battery has been kind of weak(… --- ## [Aspen 2008 broken tie rod](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aspen-2008-broken-tie-rod/90721)
**Author:** [@HuskyOokami](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HuskyOokami)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aspen-2008-broken-tie-rod/90721 "2015-07-27T07:26:40Z")
Was driving on the highway in long island worst roads in the US. Hit a water drain on the driver side. It was only a slight dip on the road but it was eno ugh to pop the rod off the ball joint. I was able to smack it bac… --- ## [S10 starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/s10-starting-problem/90590)
**Author:** [@nitebreed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nitebreed)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/s10-starting-problem/90590 "2015-07-27T06:03:13Z")
was driving my 98 s10 2.2 auto shut it off wouldnt start found ign fuse blown replaced it blem again found the harness on manifold burnt i replaced all bad wires now wheni put fuse back in it tries to start even with… --- ## [Nissan sentra 1999 ratling noise - need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-1999-ratling-noise-need-help/90708)
**Author:** [@Vicktorw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vicktorw)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-1999-ratling-noise-need-help/90708 "2015-07-27T05:49:34Z")
Following is the video of the noise. It comes from under the hood on passanger side. Car drives perfect wondering what this noise could be? https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;\_ylt=AhofJN.Kj7FuwQ.olB7tes\_M\_Nw4?qid… --- ## [Single thunk very occasionally just after starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-thunk-very-occasionally-just-after-starting/90723)
**Author:** [@milliondollarquestio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/milliondollarquestio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-thunk-very-occasionally-just-after-starting/90723 "2015-07-27T00:38:19Z")
Had a weird experience with my Nissan Altima (2003) in June that has repeated very occasionally since then. Immediately after starting, there is a single loud thunk. It sounds exactly like a bird flying into the rear lef… --- ## [Tires making sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-making-sound/90696)
**Author:** [@Sandman1337](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandman1337)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-making-sound/90696 "2015-07-27T00:25:40Z")
I drive a 2010 Nissan Altima and my front tires have been making a kind of roaring sound. More of a "woo-woo-woo-woo" sound. It doesn't get louder the faster I go, but it does make the sound faster when I pick up speed. … --- ## [Intermittent Starter That Responds to a Little Whack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starter-that-responds-to-a-little-whack/90707)
**Author:** [@tappetpimpernel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tappetpimpernel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starter-that-responds-to-a-little-whack/90707 "2015-07-27T00:09:12Z")
I've a 2004 Maxima automatic SL. In early June I had just filled up my tank at gas station and tried to start car. DEAD SILENCE altho dashboard lights came on. Repeat turning key several times to same nothing result. … --- ## [Cruise control vibe 2003](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-vibe-2003/90719)
**Author:** [@2inline](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2inline)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2015, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cruise-control-vibe-2003/90719 "2015-07-27T00:01:26Z")
2003 Pontiac Vibe, 5 speed manual, 70K miles Recently the cruise control started shutting itself off; if I keep turning it on/off it will hold speed again for awhile, but a few mins later the same problem reappears. Some… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1110) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1112)