# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1115 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1116 --- ## [2009 RAV4, after replacing the drive belt, the break switch gone bad, then the O2 sensor gone bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-rav4-after-replacing-the-drive-belt-the-break-switch-gone-bad-then-the-o2-sensor-gone-bad/90542)
**Author:** [@HowJay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HowJay)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2015, 6:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-rav4-after-replacing-the-drive-belt-the-break-switch-gone-bad-then-the-o2-sensor-gone-bad/90542 "2015-07-15T06:00:21Z")
I have a 2009 RAV4 and it has only 40,000 miles. Three weeks ago, I took it to a local Toyota dealership for oil change and tire rotation. The service manager told me that it needs the drive belt to be replaced and the o… --- ## [Oil Viscosity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-viscosity/90584)
**Author:** [@Samdai](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Samdai)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2015, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-viscosity/90584 "2015-07-15T01:12:16Z")
I change oil on my 2006 Hyundai Sonata with 5W-30 motor oil and I use 5 qt containers. Could I top off after adding the 5W-30 5 qts with 5W-20 motor oil of the same brand? --- ## [No Air Bags In Lincoln Continental](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-air-bags-in-lincoln-continental/90600)
**Author:** [@Ponti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ponti)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-air-bags-in-lincoln-continental/90600 "2015-07-14T21:49:36Z")
Mom is 80 and lives across the country. She drives a 2001 Lincoln Continental she purchased from Ford new. She is now being told that she cannot get a sticker because the car has "no airbags" and is being pushed to plu… --- ## ["self resetting fuses.. only seviceable by an authorized dealer"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-resetting-fuses-only-seviceable-by-an-authorized-dealer/90496)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-resetting-fuses-only-seviceable-by-an-authorized-dealer/90496 "2015-07-14T21:35:30Z")
What's the deal here (2007 Chrysler Town and Country)? The power outlet in the center console quit. There's no voltage coming to the wires connected to it. The under-hood fuse is fine, and the rear power outlet works. I… --- ## [2007 Pt Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pt-cruiser/90599)
**Author:** [@TonyM1990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyM1990)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pt-cruiser/90599 "2015-07-14T20:10:09Z")
Hi! I have a 2007 Pt Cruiser Touring Edition with about 91,000 miles on it. Here's the trouble: when idling (whether in drive or park), with the A/C on, the car will shake. But what is interesting about this shake is tha… --- ## [Loud Acceleration and Rythmic Thumping Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-acceleration-and-rythmic-thumping-noise/90603)
**Author:** [@michigander16151](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michigander16151)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-acceleration-and-rythmic-thumping-noise/90603 "2015-07-14T17:11:05Z")
Hi There, I have a 2003 Mazda Protege 5 with over 130K miles. Yesterday, I noticed a rumbling rattle coming from under the hood (driver's side, I think) while idling at a stoplight. The noise increased to a loud engin… --- ## [Air Conditioner keeps going off on 2004 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-keeps-going-off-on-2004-subaru-outback/90572)
**Author:** [@miataheel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miataheel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-keeps-going-off-on-2004-subaru-outback/90572 "2015-07-14T16:21:26Z")
Our Air conditioner keeps on for about 5 minutes then cuts off. If we turn the car off and immediately back on it comes back on for another 5 minutes. we have taken it to the dealer twice at ca. 200 a pop and they sa… --- ## [Black smoke ashes form at the end of tail pipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-smoke-ashes-form-at-the-end-of-tail-pipe/90597)
**Author:** [@cityboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cityboy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 6:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-smoke-ashes-form-at-the-end-of-tail-pipe/90597 "2015-07-14T06:35:30Z")
I don't know how to put this in English. There's a black form around the end of my minivan tail pipe. This form is created by smoke, I can have it on my finger if I touch it (like BBQ ashes), is this normal or my minivan… --- ## [Replacing the Shift Forks on 1996 Ford F150 Manual 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-shift-forks-on-1996-ford-f150-manual-4x4/90594)
**Author:** [@fillyblynn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fillyblynn)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-shift-forks-on-1996-ford-f150-manual-4x4/90594 "2015-07-14T05:05:06Z")
Been a long time Car Talk Junkie! Thanks in advance for any help. Quick background: Truck stuck at the top of a hill, won't budge forward or backward, stick is stuck. Gotta move the thing off this hill. Jam the stick … --- ## [Leak:Engine-Side-Hose TO-> Heater Core (1991 Celica)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-engine-side-hose-to-gt-heater-core-1991-celica/90598)
**Author:** [@OldeFarmer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldeFarmer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-engine-side-hose-to-gt-heater-core-1991-celica/90598 "2015-07-14T04:24:41Z")
At 1st, I thought it was a head gasket failure! Major relief to see the leak pop elsewhere... Leak:Engine-Side-Hose TO-\> Heater Core (1991 Celica) I've got a water leak on a 91 Gen 5 Toyota Celica GT, (5sfe ( 5 S-FE … --- ## [Shuddering Camry upon braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-camry-upon-braking/90596)
**Author:** [@Laeno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laeno)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2015, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-camry-upon-braking/90596 "2015-07-14T03:40:15Z")
I have a 2009 Camry v6. The car shudders and the steering wheel shakes when I tap the brakes if I am going over 40 mph. I keep it aligned and I have good tires on it. It has been doing this for awhile. what could … --- ## ["no bus"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-bus/90561)
**Author:** [@vrlbc25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vrlbc25)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2015, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-bus/90561 "2015-07-13T21:05:44Z")
it runs fine then randomely shuts off all electrical parts stay on i have to pull over or if it turns off at a red light let it sit for a while because i immediately get the "no bus" code. i have to let it sit with the… --- ## [Major Coolant Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/major-coolant-leak/90580)
**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2015, 7:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/major-coolant-leak/90580 "2015-07-13T07:12:37Z")
91 Dodge D150 1/2 ton truck with a 318 (5.2L). Approx. 135K miles. Noticed a leaking freeze plug right behind the starter. Removed the starter & replaced the offending plug. I've also replaced other plugs on the block as… --- ## ["Airbag brain" in Volkswagon rabbit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-brain-in-volkswagon-rabbit/90589)
**Author:** [@Richie206](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richie206)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2015, 5:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-brain-in-volkswagon-rabbit/90589 "2015-07-13T05:39:50Z")
So I just need to replace the "airbag brain" in my 07 Volkswagon rabbit but I don't know where it goes. I bought the new one to replace the one inside but I don't know where inside it is. --- ## [Alternator change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-change/90585)
**Author:** [@agoi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agoi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2015, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-change/90585 "2015-07-12T23:16:36Z")
have a 2003 infiniti m45...was showing the battery light; co-worker tested with a ohm meter and the reading was 12.5(before stalling); suggested the alternator was bad. Just replaced the alternator and now the ignition w… --- ## [2003 Ford Explorer making noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-making-noise/90582)
**Author:** [@fuzzyj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fuzzyj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2015, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-making-noise/90582 "2015-07-12T22:16:51Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Explorer with about 65k miles that has been making noise and I am looking for an opinion as to what it might be. The sound is low and dull and only happens when the car is moving. its a repeating sou… --- ## [Ford 2009 Escape runs fine, but dash is lit up like Christmas in July!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2009-escape-runs-fine-but-dash-is-lit-up-like-christmas-in-july/90574)
**Author:** [@goldengoose7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goldengoose7)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2015, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2009-escape-runs-fine-but-dash-is-lit-up-like-christmas-in-july/90574 "2015-07-12T21:25:40Z")
Just wondering if anyone can help me. My Ford Escape, 2009, with 93,000 miles seems to be running fine, but I have had it in for service with my regular mechanic because the dash is lit up with the drivers airbag icon, … --- ## [Volvo S80 dies or goes limp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-dies-or-goes-limp/90578)
**Author:** [@TCurtis10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TCurtis10)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2015, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s80-dies-or-goes-limp/90578 "2015-07-12T15:24:45Z")
Hi! I have a 2004 Volvo S80 AWD. Over the past year or so it will intermittently pull some pretty strange problems out on me. Mind you if I don't drive the car for a few days they go away. One of the problems is I will g… --- ## [2005 Honda CR-V shudders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-shudders/90576)
**Author:** [@NolesGirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NolesGirl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2015, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-shudders/90576 "2015-07-12T01:12:13Z")
My 2005 Honda CRV (92,000 miles) recently started shuddering when accelerating from a stop. I took it in to have the front struts replaced (back were done about a year ago) and get it aligned. Was told I needed a new CV … --- ## [Late model Honda mystery ailment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/late-model-honda-mystery-ailment/90558)
**Author:** [@elbudda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elbudda)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/late-model-honda-mystery-ailment/90558 "2015-07-11T20:26:54Z")
I have a 1995 Honda Prelude with a V-tec engine and over 300,000 miles. Recently the check engine light started coming on and the engine will start to run rough. at times it runs fine but then it will start to feel like … --- ## [Who covers the clockspring repair?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-covers-the-clockspring-repair/90536)
**Author:** [@HardWorkingDad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HardWorkingDad)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-covers-the-clockspring-repair/90536 "2015-07-11T16:56:41Z")
I took our '99 Mazda Protege in for a clutch replacement. The mileage is over 150k. The car was returned with the air bag light blinking and the cruise control and horn deactivated. All were fine beforehand. The shop eve… --- ## [Vibrating during acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-during-acceleration/89976)
**Author:** [@03EscapeV64WD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/03EscapeV64WD)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-during-acceleration/89976 "2015-07-11T16:47:48Z")
Car: 1993 Chevy C 1500 (2WD) manual transmission Background: The car sat unused in a garage for 2 weeks (no problems before this) the first drive after its break, the pickup almost felt like it was slipping and power was… --- ## [Extended spark plug intervals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-spark-plug-intervals/90545)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 8:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extended-spark-plug-intervals/90545 "2015-07-11T08:47:05Z")
Are you guys OK with the long(er) intervals for spark plug changes these days? Like 100,000 miles? Rocketman --- ## [Cars requiring oil between oil changes- Consumer Reports](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-requiring-oil-between-oil-changes-consumer-reports/90488)
**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Replies:** 130\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 8:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-requiring-oil-between-oil-changes-consumer-reports/90488 "2015-07-11T08:31:58Z")
We always see people wondering if their oil consumption is too high. Consumer Reports got involved and listed models. They also said there are class action suits underway. Here's a link to the full article. https:/… --- ## [2001 Toyota Corolla hesitation mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-hesitation-mystery/90567)
**Author:** [@nancychef](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nancychef)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2015, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-hesitation-mystery/90567 "2015-07-11T04:17:44Z")
In january I took my 2001 Toyota corolla to the mechanic (that had replaced the engine 5 years ago) because it was using oil and gas mileage was very poor. He gave the car and tune up and right afterward I noticed the … --- ## [Analytic converter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/analytic-converter/90543)
**Author:** [@Zumbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zumbo)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2015, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/analytic-converter/90543 "2015-07-10T23:48:19Z")
Hey ladies and gents. My '02 Subaru Outback, which I've owned for nearly 8 years, had apparently decided to celebrate the start of our July 4th weekend together with a very specific firework, the dreaded "check engine… --- ## [Power Sterring is noisy when engine first start and run few blocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-sterring-is-noisy-when-engine-first-start-and-run-few-blocks/90569)
**Author:** [@cityboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cityboy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2015, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-sterring-is-noisy-when-engine-first-start-and-run-few-blocks/90569 "2015-07-10T22:37:12Z")
I had my car power steering lush at a repair shop! Unfortunately, power steering is too noisy (lot of air trapped). The mechanic fixed right away at the time I picked up my vehicle but still had some noisy, he suggested … --- ## [1994 Mazda B4000, parasitic drain from audio amp, can I switch it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-b4000-parasitic-drain-from-audio-amp-can-i-switch-it/90408)
**Author:** [@Steve\_K1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_K1)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2015, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-b4000-parasitic-drain-from-audio-amp-can-i-switch-it/90408 "2015-07-10T18:25:47Z")
I've traced a 0.3-amp parasitic drain to the audio power amp (fuse #16, 20A). Pulling the fuse, the radio still works (it's on fuse #15) but then there's no sound from the speakers. (There's also no current drain. I'm we… --- ## [1997 jeep cherokee Laredo stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-cherokee-laredo-stalling/90563)
**Author:** [@MagicCityKitty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MagicCityKitty)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2015, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-cherokee-laredo-stalling/90563 "2015-07-10T08:08:52Z")
It started stalling out off and on. Thought maybe bad tank of gas and waited it out. Since then i have had the catalytic converter replaced. Ignition coil replaced complete tune up with new wires distributor and rotor… --- ## [Fuel level indicator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-level-indicator/90560)
**Author:** [@shani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shani)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2015, 7:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-level-indicator/90560 "2015-07-10T07:37:41Z")
hello sir, i have ford fusion 2008 model. i have 2 questions. 1- fuel level indicator does not reset after filling the fuel. its still show 0 miles to E. so what to do now ,, i fill $20 but its no chang . [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1114) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1116)