# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1127 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1128 --- ## [AC Blowing Hot Air, but compressor is working and accumulator/drier is cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-air-but-compressor-is-working-and-accumulator-drier-is-cold/90126)
**Author:** [@kresso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kresso)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2015, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-air-but-compressor-is-working-and-accumulator-drier-is-cold/90126 "2015-05-31T03:26:26Z")
I have a 1998 Ford Ranger 4 WD 3.0 L Vulcan engine. When I turn on the AC it blows out hot air, in fact it feels like the heater is on. I have checked the pressures with a gauge and both high side and low side are with… --- ## [Rear Sensor Collision Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-sensor-collision-question/90119)
**Author:** [@BaconJones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BaconJones)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2015, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-sensor-collision-question/90119 "2015-05-31T03:21:06Z")
Hi, So I have a question. While parking I tapped a BMW in front of me that has rear sensors on it. The collision happened under 5 mph. There were small scratches in the bumper. The quote was $2550 and the said the had to… --- ## [Suggestions to Repair Bent Door Moulding?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-to-repair-bent-door-moulding/90124)
**Author:** [@JAT2015](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JAT2015)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-to-repair-bent-door-moulding/90124 "2015-05-30T20:37:42Z")
We accidentally bent the upper edge of the door moulding on the rear door of our Volvo XC60 while loading the kayaks on the roof rack. The moulding is bent and pulled away from the door frame. Can a DIYer tackle this or … --- ## [Start up noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/start-up-noise/90122)
**Author:** [@Gas1953](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gas1953)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/start-up-noise/90122 "2015-05-30T17:52:51Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Accord. When I start the engine I hear a muted clacking sound not a whoosh like air and then it disappears after a few moments. This does not happen after I drive the car to the and park it for less t… --- ## [Oil Leaks and Consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leaks-and-consumption/90074)
**Author:** [@Hondi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hondi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 7:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leaks-and-consumption/90074 "2015-05-30T07:12:54Z")
I have a 1992 Honda Accord with 270,000 on the odometer. Recently, I noticed little oil drops on the driveway floor where the front of the car is parked. What does this mean? The car consumes about a quart of oil every… --- ## [Chrysler Town and Country not shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-not-shifting/90101)
**Author:** [@Coach\_Hill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coach_Hill)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-not-shifting/90101 "2015-05-30T04:18:42Z")
My wife's town and country had its serpentine belt replaced. Now it won't go past second gear and is running 3.5 rpms at 40 mph. What do I do? --- ## [Old airbags?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-airbags/90114)
**Author:** [@Saab\_Story1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saab_Story1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-airbags/90114 "2015-05-30T02:24:19Z")
I have a 13-year-old car with ~130,000 miles that I'd like to hand down to my daughter when she drives (2002 Saab 95 wagon). Do air bags need to be inspected/repaired/replaced after a period of time? The car is 12 yea… --- ## [Fuel trim diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-trim-diagnosis/90116)
**Author:** [@seagates5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seagates5)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2015, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-trim-diagnosis/90116 "2015-05-30T00:59:40Z")
I have a 2001 jag s type that is misfiring withou a CEL. I hooked up a scantool to check the fuel trims to see of it can point me into the right direction. From what I can tell I know it doesn't have a vacuum leak but I'… --- ## [2007 Yukon Denali spare tire secondary latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-denali-spare-tire-secondary-latch/90068)
**Author:** [@GRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GRoy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-denali-spare-tire-secondary-latch/90068 "2015-05-29T18:01:18Z")
I have a 2007 Yukon Denali with a stuck spare tire secondary latch. I have tried everything that was recommended in the Owner's Manual (What a novel concept) to release it with no success. Short of replacing it, does an… --- ## [BMW turbo failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-turbo-failure/90118)
**Author:** [@Abramstanker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abramstanker)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-turbo-failure/90118 "2015-05-29T15:37:53Z")
Hi all, I have a 2008 BMW 335i with 144k miles. A couple months ago I started getting error codes for low boost pressure and following some advice online I went ahead and replaced all my vacuum lines as well as the char… --- ## [Honda has a weak start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-has-a-weak-start/90084)
**Author:** [@JimFrost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimFrost)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 7:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-has-a-weak-start/90084 "2015-05-29T07:15:31Z")
This is a 2003 honda civic with about 150k on it. Recently the check engine light came on so I went to Advance auto parts to get my codes read. I got back that the oxygen sensor had gone bad and each and every cylinder w… --- ## [2 Cars, Similar Repairs, 1 Mystery: Coincidental Passenger Front Wheel/Suspension Noises — or Not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-cars-similar-repairs-1-mystery-coincidental-passenger-front-wheel-suspension-noises-or-not/90117)
**Author:** [@carsleuth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carsleuth)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 6:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-cars-similar-repairs-1-mystery-coincidental-passenger-front-wheel-suspension-noises-or-not/90117 "2015-05-29T06:54:42Z")
In a span of about 8 months my spouse and I have had CV boots, axles, front struts and front brakes and one cracked bushing repaired at the same shop on two different cars. The question now is whether or not we're dealin… --- ## [Overdrive prolem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive-prolem/90112)
**Author:** [@Kjeep95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kjeep95)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overdrive-prolem/90112 "2015-05-29T04:03:47Z")
why would my 92 honda accord run rough when it shift into overdrive. --- ## [P0302 code with a miss only when idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0302-code-with-a-miss-only-when-idle/90057)
**Author:** [@Stumped123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stumped123)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2015, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0302-code-with-a-miss-only-when-idle/90057 "2015-05-29T03:30:26Z")
I have a 2002 Subaru Forester L with 178,000 miles on it. I just had the valves adjusted. I have replaced the coil pack, #2 injector, plugs, wires, and throttle position sensor. I have also cleaned the idle air controlle… --- ## [Prius Lifter Tick vs Piston Slap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-lifter-tick-vs-piston-slap/90105)
**Author:** [@SubaruNovice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SubaruNovice)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-lifter-tick-vs-piston-slap/90105 "2015-05-28T23:11:06Z")
I have a 2008 Prius that has been gradually getting louder with either a lifter tick or a piston slap. What is the best way to tell the difference between these 2? The noise is the worst when first starting in the mornin… --- ## [Fender Fix After Car Accident/Auto Claim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fender-fix-after-car-accident-auto-claim/90109)
**Author:** [@TheCrazyChevyLady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheCrazyChevyLady)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fender-fix-after-car-accident-auto-claim/90109 "2015-05-28T18:40:05Z")
Hi all! I got into my first car accident recently. I was at a yield sign and I did yield, looked both ways several times and then proceeded (no cars were coming). After I proceeded I was about half way to 3/4 of the way … --- ## [Changing out the timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-out-the-timing-belt/90113)
**Author:** [@slysuggiebear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slysuggiebear)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-out-the-timing-belt/90113 "2015-05-28T17:18:05Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota camry solara with 66,000. Does the timing belt need to be done now due to age of the car?? Or wait alittle longer???? Help.... --- ## [I puked while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-puked-while-driving/90066)
**Author:** [@luvnpeas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/luvnpeas)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 7:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-puked-while-driving/90066 "2015-05-28T07:29:43Z")
Say no more, except that it got in the dash, on the steering wheel, etc. Can I safely use a hose inside a car, especially on the dash? A sponge will never adequately get rid of all that needs to be gotten rid of. 201… --- ## [96 Tacoma Starting Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-tacoma-starting-issue/90093)
**Author:** [@RancidSumo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RancidSumo)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-tacoma-starting-issue/90093 "2015-05-28T06:08:13Z")
My 96 Tacoma has recently developed an issue where the starter doesn't engage when I turn the key. If I let out the clutch/break and start over, it typically works. The weird part is that I never had this issue until … --- ## [Ignition Switch unresponsive, gear shifer shifs gear without brake being depressed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-switch-unresponsive-gear-shifer-shifs-gear-without-brake-being-depressed/90090)
**Author:** [@Brad083](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brad083)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 6:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-switch-unresponsive-gear-shifer-shifs-gear-without-brake-being-depressed/90090 "2015-05-28T06:04:03Z")
I have a 1998 Mazda Protege LX Automatic, and my ignition switch is completely unresponsive: when on accessory or run position nothing comes on. I am also noticing that I can switch gears even with the key out and brak… --- ## [Spare Tire 2014 Town & Country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-2014-town-country/90098)
**Author:** [@DanTuch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanTuch)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 6:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-2014-town-country/90098 "2015-05-28T06:02:57Z")
You guys and gals are the greatest! Thanks for solving so many issues for me. Problem at hand: Our 2014 T&C did not come with spare tire, which we found out after the sale. No problem, love the van, have 8K already. … --- ## [Rusted out receiver/drier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusted-out-receiver-drier/90094)
**Author:** [@budd2049](https://community.cartalk.com/u/budd2049)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 5:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusted-out-receiver-drier/90094 "2015-05-28T05:35:37Z")
2005 Mercury Grand Marquis, 100K miles I noticed within the last couple months that the car's air conditioning has taken longer and longer to get cold. Eventually it stopped cooling altogether, and when I watched the c… --- ## [Subaru and the dreaded PO420 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-and-the-dreaded-po420-code/90104)
**Author:** [@SubaruNovice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SubaruNovice)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 4:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-and-the-dreaded-po420-code/90104 "2015-05-28T04:59:43Z")
Hi everyone. First post and car repair novice here. I purchased a 2001 Subaru Forester about 4 years ago. Within 48 hours of buying it from a dealer, the check engine light came on showing the PO420 code. The car was… --- ## [Do I need a new engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-new-engine/90073)
**Author:** [@calmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/calmith)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-new-engine/90073 "2015-05-28T04:52:39Z")
I was driving down the highway when I lost all oil pressure soon after I lost power steering and the engine diedI have checked the radiator and it is still full of fluid pulled the starter off and try to crank it it stil… --- ## [Epoxy/silicon to fix breather hose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/epoxy-silicon-to-fix-breather-hose/90064)
**Author:** [@gilrstein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gilrstein)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/epoxy-silicon-to-fix-breather-hose/90064 "2015-05-28T03:46:41Z")
Hi there, I snapped my peugeot 206 20012 1600cc breather hose yesterday (picture below), would fixing this with a resistant epoxy glue or some heat resistant silicone glue do the trick? Thanks for your time! --- ## [Clutch noise while clutch depressed (98 Nissan Frontier)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-noise-while-clutch-depressed-98-nissan-frontier/90102)
**Author:** [@MaestroDon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaestroDon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2015, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-noise-while-clutch-depressed-98-nissan-frontier/90102 "2015-05-28T00:13:49Z")
In my 1998 Nissan Frontier I had the clutch replaced at about 115,000 miles. That included a "clutch kit" which included a new throwout bearing. Currently, I'm at only 145,000 miles. Much of that is highway miles. How… --- ## [Nissan xterra 2001 smoking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-xterra-2001-smoking/90100)
**Author:** [@Coach\_Hill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coach_Hill)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2015, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-xterra-2001-smoking/90100 "2015-05-27T19:30:57Z")
My Nissan xterra 2001 is smoking after turning off engine. Thermometer is showing normal temp. Check engine light is blinking. --- ## [2003 nissan murano oil light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-murano-oil-light/90096)
**Author:** [@drkfudge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drkfudge)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2015, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-murano-oil-light/90096 "2015-05-27T17:38:37Z")
My oil light came on today while I was driving. I made it to work but the light didn't stay on it flashed and went back off but the car took a while when I stepped on the gas it stalled then took off. Does it means I ne… --- ## [Have a problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-a-problem/90095)
**Author:** [@wolfguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolfguy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2015, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-a-problem/90095 "2015-05-27T05:30:46Z")
I have a 2007 honda civic lx 4doors my problem is that when the car is sitting overnight the battery gets almost flat when I drive the car in the day everything is perfect I get test the battery starter n the alternator … --- ## [Broken bolt in the Crankshaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-bolt-in-the-crankshaft/90040)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2015, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-bolt-in-the-crankshaft/90040 "2015-05-27T05:29:00Z")
Ok, here it goes. I was changing the timing belt on a 2005 PT Cruiser. Everything went good until I tried re-installing the harmonic balancer. No one in town carried the tool to reinstall the thing, so I ordered a too… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1126) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1128)