# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1125 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1126 --- ## [Electrical Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems/90208)
**Author:** [@Torrent\_Troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Torrent_Troubles)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems/90208 "2015-06-08T04:47:43Z")
The low beam headlights on my 2007 Pontiac Torrent have been working intermittently for several months. Sometimes they will automatically turn on like they are supposed to, other times they will not and I will try to ma… --- ## [Rough Idle and Burning Smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-and-burning-smell/90204)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-and-burning-smell/90204 "2015-06-08T02:09:43Z")
Was driving home just now when my car (2003 Dodge Caravan SE) started acting strange. Stopped at a light, it started going back and forth a little, like the transmission was stopping and starting. As I drove I noticed th… --- ## [Will engine run with IAC disconnected?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-engine-run-with-iac-disconnected/90199)
**Author:** [@micahfranz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/micahfranz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-engine-run-with-iac-disconnected/90199 "2015-06-07T21:17:29Z")
I am trying to diagnose a hunting idle on my 1991 Honda Civic. I have bled the coolant system thoroughly. Going to check for vaccum hose leaks next. However, I was thinking the next likely suspect would be the Idle Air C… --- ## [17 in. On 16 in. rims?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/17-in-on-16-in-rims/90175)
**Author:** [@Rinie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rinie)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/17-in-on-16-in-rims/90175 "2015-06-07T18:15:20Z")
my friend wrecked my car he plans on replacing the tires they are p215 60 r16 rims. he wants to replace him with 17 inch tires that he already has. will this work or will this be as dangerous as I think it sounds? please… --- ## [New Rear Strut Rubs Tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rear-strut-rubs-tire/90196)
**Author:** [@tfreytag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tfreytag)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rear-strut-rubs-tire/90196 "2015-06-07T15:44:26Z")
My car is a black, 2001 Chrysler Sebring Sedan v6 2.7L. Recently, I was driving and hit a small pot hole and my rear passenger strut broke. It made a very loud clanking noise and continued to do so on bumps until I got… --- ## [Dry Transfer Case](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-transfer-case/90198)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-transfer-case/90198 "2015-06-07T06:52:01Z")
About 3 months ago, I bought a 2005 Ram 1500 truck. It's got 117,000 miles. The guy who sold it to me had the whole thing detailed and all the fluids changed. Recently, I've been hearing a whirring sound that didn't q… --- ## [California Duster is good .... no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/california-duster-is-good-no/90173)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/california-duster-is-good-no/90173 "2015-06-07T02:52:55Z")
After a lot of research I bought a California Duster - they also have greased it. I only used it in between car washes - It looks to me that the duster kind of make clay out of the dust and the it gets deposited over t… --- ## [99 jeep gr cherokee idling probs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-jeep-gr-cherokee-idling-probs/90195)
**Author:** [@RatSalad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RatSalad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-jeep-gr-cherokee-idling-probs/90195 "2015-06-06T22:31:06Z")
When cranking, i have to give it gas and rev it til it smooths out. Eventually it will run smoothly. When i throw it in gear, it wants to sputter and die out. If I put in D, i have to give it gas or it dies, but I can o… --- ## [1998 Plymouth Neon Check Engine Light Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-neon-check-engine-light-problem/90019)
**Author:** [@ghviz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ghviz)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-neon-check-engine-light-problem/90019 "2015-06-06T19:48:11Z")
I have a 1998 Plymouth Neon that I got from my grandfather a couple of months ago, and I have been doing my best to keep it running. Starting last week, I noticed that at constant speeds of 60 mph, and at other times goi… --- ## [Issues with my '86 Toyota MR2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-my-86-toyota-mr2/90180)
**Author:** [@kw119](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kw119)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issues-with-my-86-toyota-mr2/90180 "2015-06-06T17:21:58Z")
So, I just recently bought this car earlier this year and it's always seemed to be giving me problems. One of the major ones is that the engine is always dying. When it first did this a couple times after I bought it, my… --- ## [Is $22 for 5 quarts of Penzoil and a "free" Fram oil filter a good deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-22-for-5-quarts-of-penzoil-and-a-free-fram-oil-filter-a-good-deal/90128)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-22-for-5-quarts-of-penzoil-and-a-free-fram-oil-filter-a-good-deal/90128 "2015-06-06T06:06:01Z")
I was changing the oil in the Corolla the other day when I discovered to my dismay I didn't have enough bottles of oil on hand to finish the job. So I let the oil continue to drip, and got in my truck and mosey'ed on do… --- ## [Old blue lives on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-blue-lives-on/90188)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-blue-lives-on/90188 "2015-06-06T00:10:16Z")
well the regulars may remember old blue, my 75 ford supercab..... i am happy to report that the fix a flat is still holding and i have delayed buying new tires for the time being.... as i tell my daughter, "every tr… --- ## [Over heating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-heating/90178)
**Author:** [@cluelessgirl101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cluelessgirl101)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-heating/90178 "2015-06-05T20:22:13Z")
My car has been over heating for a while. I have changed the fans and re wired it my self with my brother, but now that its getting warm out side and it gets over 210 some times but than some days it stays at 200 alot o… --- ## [Windshield seal crack - do I really need to replace whole windshield?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-seal-crack-do-i-really-need-to-replace-whole-windshield/90181)
**Author:** [@ami](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ami)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-seal-crack-do-i-really-need-to-replace-whole-windshield/90181 "2015-06-05T19:32:06Z")
My 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has water on the driver's side floor board. I've seen lots of discussion online about this being caused by the HVAC system, but wanting to be extra sure before spending $1k on said repair, I … --- ## [Power Steering Pump Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-maintenance/90183)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-maintenance/90183 "2015-06-05T19:26:42Z")
Hello, What is the typical life expectancy of a power steering and water pump? I just changed out my PS fluid at 106k, and so far it seems to be running well, but was wondering what type of mileage people usually get o… --- ## [2002 honda accord possible head gasket problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-possible-head-gasket-problem/90135)
**Author:** [@coronafamilia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coronafamilia)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-possible-head-gasket-problem/90135 "2015-06-05T18:10:04Z")
Hello guys i have a couple question i was recently involved in a collision last weekend which was memorial weekend and from the damage that i can see it is probably going to be totaled. Now my question is i have been … --- ## [1970 Jeep Cj5 Starting Issue, Maybe Distributor Cap/System?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-jeep-cj5-starting-issue-maybe-distributor-cap-system/90177)
**Author:** [@TicTac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TicTac)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-jeep-cj5-starting-issue-maybe-distributor-cap-system/90177 "2015-06-05T17:28:34Z")
Hi, my name is Tack, I'm 17 and live in Kansas City. I drive a 1970 Jeep Cj5 which I've dubbed, "The Red Bucket" because, well, it's red (duh) and because of its complete lack of doors, top, roll cage, and a folded dow… --- ## [Proactive alignment question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proactive-alignment-question/90160)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 7:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proactive-alignment-question/90160 "2015-06-05T07:51:21Z")
2014.5 Toyota Camry 4-cylinder with 6-speed auto trans 10, 000 miles with tires rotated at 5k and 10k Original owner since April 2014 purchase new Tires show no uneven or abnormal wear. Dealer claims the car should no… --- ## [Hesitant brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitant-brakes/90092)
**Author:** [@Newer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Newer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitant-brakes/90092 "2015-06-05T03:58:51Z")
Ok, so here is the situation. A couple of years ago I bought an older used pick up to pull our camper and do any general hauling I might need. It is an '04.5 (they made some changes mid model year) Dodge Ram 2500 turbo d… --- ## [Saab 9-3 starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-starting-problem/90168)
**Author:** [@keyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keyman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-starting-problem/90168 "2015-06-05T01:31:24Z")
I have a 2003 Saab 9-3 convertible that is having intermittent starting problems. It seems to happen when the car has been driven long distances and the weather is hot or when it is raining. It cranks fine but will not… --- ## [Saturn SL 1 making some strange noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-sl-1-making-some-strange-noise/90171)
**Author:** [@Mrbrownjeans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrbrownjeans)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-sl-1-making-some-strange-noise/90171 "2015-06-04T20:00:23Z")
Hi, I just purchased a 1995 SL1. It has 95,000 on the car. It was a tow vehicle for an older man. It has an automatic transmission. It runs great but makes this funny noise. When you put the car in drive after having… --- ## [Repair scam?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-scam/90167)
**Author:** [@crossy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crossy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-scam/90167 "2015-06-04T18:00:54Z")
I took my car to a Fuccillo dealership for an oil change (Chrysler Crossfire). When I picked it up, the service manager showed me the front driver's side tire was worn almost right to the metal. I swear when I put it u… --- ## [Hot powerwasher](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-powerwasher/90170)
**Author:** [@g\_larson614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/g_larson614)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-powerwasher/90170 "2015-06-04T17:52:19Z")
So under the wrong supervision and training, i put diesel fuel into the unleaded tank of the powerwasher on the work truck. Ran it until it died. Then tried to restart a few more times. Is it fixable? And how bad is th… --- ## [Rough idle ford windstar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-ford-windstar/90158)
**Author:** [@dodge330](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dodge330)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-ford-windstar/90158 "2015-06-04T06:16:27Z")
I have 2000 ford windstar with 3.8 engine. I have been reading up on the idle problems with these vans. However, most responses are in regard to the engine stalling and/or it trips a code. My does not do this. Someti… --- ## [Ford Explorer gasoline smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-gasoline-smell/90165)
**Author:** [@mysterryman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mysterryman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-gasoline-smell/90165 "2015-06-04T05:00:42Z")
2008 Ford Explorer with 100,000 miles on it. My wife's car, and the last couple of times I've driven it I get a whiff of gasoline every now and then. I've looked at the engine and underneath the vehicle and have found no… --- ## [Drove Prius 4 to 10 miles without oil! Was there damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-prius-4-to-10-miles-without-oil-was-there-damage/90120)
**Author:** [@Bulk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bulk)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2015, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drove-prius-4-to-10-miles-without-oil-was-there-damage/90120 "2015-06-04T03:24:21Z")
The oil was changed by a highly reputable shop 2 days ago, (45 miles ago). My wife noticed today that the "Low Oil Pressure" red message flashed 3 times in the last 5 miles of her 10 mile trip (45-50 mph). She stopped … --- ## [9 year old tiburon with starting troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/9-year-old-tiburon-with-starting-troubles/90161)
**Author:** [@jonrover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonrover)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/9-year-old-tiburon-with-starting-troubles/90161 "2015-06-03T16:25:24Z")
Hi All, My 2006 Tiburon has run 70,000+ Kms and was running without any major issues till last week. Last week, it started to show starting issues. When checked, I found a cracked radiator and replaced it immediately. It… --- ## [Stock exhaust P0420 code. Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stock-exhaust-p0420-code-help/89911)
**Author:** [@Mikee\_Mike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikee_Mike)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stock-exhaust-p0420-code-help/89911 "2015-06-03T13:59:54Z")
2001 mustang GT stock exhaust with cats. Engine light was on when I bought it. P0420. My brother reset it. 47miles down the road, CEL light came on. My brother and his scanner is out of state so I went to autozone, once … --- ## [Forester 2005 CEL blinking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-2005-cel-blinking/90157)
**Author:** [@CarlosGQ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlosGQ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2015, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-2005-cel-blinking/90157 "2015-06-03T01:03:23Z")
My 2005 Subaru Forester just passed Rhode Island inspection last week. I didn't use for 6 days. Last night when we got home I moved the car and noticed a strong gas smell. This morning on I drove it cold on way to work r… --- ## [Help! House on the 3rd steepest city street in the COUNTRY - 34% grade - AWD? hp.? performance tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-house-on-the-3rd-steepest-city-street-in-the-country-34-grade-awd-hp-performance-tires/89841)
**Author:** [@BlackMountainDreamer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BlackMountainDreamer)\ **Replies:** 209\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2015, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-house-on-the-3rd-steepest-city-street-in-the-country-34-grade-awd-hp-performance-tires/89841 "2015-06-02T21:03:47Z")
Please help! I cannot find an answer for this online despite researching this for months. I live at the top of one of the top 5 steepest city streets in the ENTIRE country with a brutal 34% grade. Yes, it's a fact! It is… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1124) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1126)