# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1155 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1156 --- ## [Car struggles to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-struggles-to-start/88913)
**Author:** [@Rwhitti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rwhitti)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-struggles-to-start/88913 "2015-02-02T23:28:15Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota corolla with a little over 200,000 miles on it. My car was struggling to start (but would start after several seconds of turning the key. I figured it needed a new battery because the other battery w… --- ## [2012 Honda Odyssey with damp carpet after driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-with-damp-carpet-after-driving/88904)
**Author:** [@obi1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/obi1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-with-damp-carpet-after-driving/88904 "2015-02-02T19:40:18Z")
So I just bought a used 2012 Honday Odyssey and I noticed that anytime I take it out for a drive and return home, the front passenger side floor carpet is slightly damp. So is the carpet on the floor of the luggage compa… --- ## [2006 PT Cruiser Head Gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pt-cruiser-head-gasket/88901)
**Author:** [@Cardd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cardd)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pt-cruiser-head-gasket/88901 "2015-02-02T04:48:03Z")
I know I have a blown head gasket on my 2006 PT Cruiser. How can I determine the amount of engine damage caused? I'd like to determine if this is going to be a head gasket repair or a complete engine rebuild--if it is … --- ## [GDI causing carbon buildup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gdi-causing-carbon-buildup/88860)
**Author:** [@marktalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marktalk)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gdi-causing-carbon-buildup/88860 "2015-02-02T03:19:37Z")
I have a 2010 VW Tiguan with 48k miles. I recently got the dreaded check engine light and was told that the codes were (P0300 and P0302). The dealer says those are cold start faults caused by misfires on one cyl (so fa… --- ## [Think twice about that transmission flush](https://community.cartalk.com/t/think-twice-about-that-transmission-flush/88878)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/think-twice-about-that-transmission-flush/88878 "2015-02-02T02:56:57Z")
Hey, guys This articles mentions that many shops are flushing transmissions, but are not removing the pan to replace the filter. It also explains the possible consequences of omitting that step. It's nothing we have… --- ## [1982 Volkswagon Camper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-volkswagon-camper/88887)
**Author:** [@The\_Doctor1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/The_Doctor1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-volkswagon-camper/88887 "2015-02-02T00:59:51Z")
I have a 1982 Vanagon that has been sitting in my garage since 1987. I bought it second hand and it lasted until about 77,000 miles before the rings burned out. Having a new family (3 kids) I did not have the money to fi… --- ## [2003 VW golf Driving feels loose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-golf-driving-feels-loose/88897)
**Author:** [@Swaglicious\_66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Swaglicious_66)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2015, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-golf-driving-feels-loose/88897 "2015-02-02T00:08:08Z")
I drive a 96 honda accord and my dad just got a 2003 VW golf and when i drive it it feels weird. When i hit the gas on my accord its solid and hard but when i hit the gas on the VW golf it feels loose i can hit the botto… --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8 V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-gt-3-8-v6/88893)
**Author:** [@shadetree40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shadetree40)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-gt-3-8-v6/88893 "2015-02-01T23:12:33Z")
Does anyone know if there is a interchangeable clock spring with this vehicle. Son is in college and has to get back. Terrible time trying to find one and not sure that is the problem. --- ## [Code P0139 of Honda CR-V 2005](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0139-of-honda-cr-v-2005/88871)
**Author:** [@tracdaubac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tracdaubac)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0139-of-honda-cr-v-2005/88871 "2015-02-01T22:23:24Z")
My CR-V 2005 ( 190,000 miles) got a CEL on ( Nov, 2014)( Colorado). Dealer's scan showed code: P0139 : O2 sensor 2( down stream) slow response( Dec,11,14). I took my car to a shop close to my house for replacement of O2 … --- ## [06 chevy 2500 silverado heat only blows warm on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-chevy-2500-silverado-heat-only-blows-warm-on-one-side/88815)
**Author:** [@beerad1111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beerad1111)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-chevy-2500-silverado-heat-only-blows-warm-on-one-side/88815 "2015-02-01T20:08:44Z")
2006 Chevy 2500 Silverado heater blows hot on driver's side and cold on passenger side. None of the controls change the temp. on the pass. side. Thanks for any help, wife is very cool in the winter. --- ## [2010 Honda not really a shake but](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-not-really-a-shake-but/88889)
**Author:** [@Antforce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Antforce)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-not-really-a-shake-but/88889 "2015-02-01T18:08:32Z")
63224 miles, no accidents, automatic, used car owned for three years. As driving up hill or on level ground not down hill, after car switches from first to second if I choose to not accelerate the car will lightly I me… --- ## [Why hasn't my gas gone bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-hasnt-my-gas-gone-bad/88848)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-hasnt-my-gas-gone-bad/88848 "2015-02-01T18:02:23Z")
I drove for the first time in a year yesterday (my auto has to get an emissions test biennially). It drove as well as it did new. I passed the emissions test with flying colors: 25 ppm hydrocarbons (200 allowed), 0.12%… --- ## [02 bravada not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-bravada-not-starting/88888)
**Author:** [@jason77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jason77)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-bravada-not-starting/88888 "2015-02-01T16:20:53Z")
I have a 02 bravada that will not start, or even attempt to turn over. The battery is new, all the interiopr light are on, headlights work and radio is fine. When turning the key theres nothing though??? What could be ca… --- ## [Grinding noise in front end of 96 monte carlo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-in-front-end-of-96-monte-carlo/88894)
**Author:** [@dsplit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dsplit)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-in-front-end-of-96-monte-carlo/88894 "2015-02-01T11:04:42Z")
grinding noise in front end, replaced caliper, bearing, brakes and cv joint --- ## [2010 Ford Crown Victoria, heater just quit blowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-crown-victoria-heater-just-quit-blowing/88634)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 7:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-crown-victoria-heater-just-quit-blowing/88634 "2015-02-01T07:37:27Z")
It worked fine and then just stopped blowing on any speed. The #303 relay was swapped with another and made no difference. The #101 40 amp fuse checks good. The blower fuse under the dash checks good too. The actuat… --- ## ['02 Impala 3.4L, 185k: Running HOT!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-185k-running-hot/88570)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2015, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-185k-running-hot/88570 "2015-02-01T03:55:23Z")
'02 Impala 3.4L, 185k: Running HOT ! Full Disclosure: This thing has had a coolant leak for a few months now, and without both time and energy to get to it, I've been just filling with mostly water, but enough coolant … --- ## [Transfer assembly on 2010 Murano](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-assembly-on-2010-murano/88828)
**Author:** [@Sagebrush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sagebrush)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-assembly-on-2010-murano/88828 "2015-01-31T21:38:46Z")
In 12/2014, Nissan dealer says the transfer assembly needs overhaul seals, rings, etc according to dealer because of leakage noted by my local reliable oil change folks. Dealer says parts will cost about 200 labor 993.60… --- ## [Porsche brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-brakes/88872)
**Author:** [@Jacob03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacob03)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-brakes/88872 "2015-01-31T18:56:38Z")
Hi, I purchased front brakes and rotors from O'Reilly Auto Parts, for my 2006 Porsche Cayenne. The brakes were grinding while stopping the car, so I went to O'Reilly and talked to them about the problem. They suggested t… --- ## [2001 Grand Cherokee idling high](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-grand-cherokee-idling-high/88793)
**Author:** [@peewee180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peewee180)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 11:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-grand-cherokee-idling-high/88793 "2015-01-31T11:11:40Z")
Here we go off on another High idling story. thanks in advance for sticking around and reading through, i want to be sure to get all the issues down. First a bit of backstory. I have a 2001 WJ with 91000mi on it, that… --- ## [Starting my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-my-car/88853)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-my-car/88853 "2015-01-31T06:09:14Z")
I just purchased a 2003 Chevy Impala. It has about 101,000 miles on it and it's the LS version. I have noticed that when I turn the key there is a sound and all the lights and warning stuff on the dash cycle through, I… --- ## [Fickle check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fickle-check-engine-light/88863)
**Author:** [@cr-vgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cr-vgirl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fickle-check-engine-light/88863 "2015-01-31T05:57:53Z")
My CR-V's check engine light went on & the next AM I went to the dealership for diagnostic testing. They performed computer diagnostics & a multi-point inspection (which was most recently done and passed 4 months ago). I… --- ## [Change transmission fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-transmission-fluid/88881)
**Author:** [@adwizard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adwizard)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-transmission-fluid/88881 "2015-01-31T05:49:37Z")
Hi. I own a 2004 Toyota Celica GTS 4-speed automatic, 24,600 original miles. The car is maybe 11 / 12 years old now. I've noticed that in extremely cold Wisconsin weather it takes a while for my car to shift into fourth … --- ## ['96 Honda Accord - Replace Transmission or Get a Different Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-honda-accord-replace-transmission-or-get-a-different-car/88882)
**Author:** [@SydAK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SydAK)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-honda-accord-replace-transmission-or-get-a-different-car/88882 "2015-01-31T05:13:01Z")
Hi all, I've checked the other posts about this subject and have been on multiple forums found via Google but wanted to get input from others still. I own a '96 Honda Accord EX (4 speed transmission) currently with 1… --- ## [Slow warm-up, lack of heat- 2004 Mazda MPV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-warm-up-lack-of-heat-2004-mazda-mpv/88864)
**Author:** [@Jim\_W](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim_W)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-warm-up-lack-of-heat-2004-mazda-mpv/88864 "2015-01-31T05:00:00Z")
My 2004 Mazda MPV with just over 200,000 miles, started experiencing slow warm-up (during warm weather) approximately 5,000 miles ago. Shortly thereafter, I noticed slowly increasing coolant loss. The coolant loss was d… --- ## [Lack of Heat in the Mini Van on cold days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lack-of-heat-in-the-mini-van-on-cold-days/88883)
**Author:** [@newmedia75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newmedia75)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2015, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lack-of-heat-in-the-mini-van-on-cold-days/88883 "2015-01-31T04:32:17Z")
I have a 11' VW Routan and just started having the following issue: Minimal amount of heat, even after the temp gauge indicates that the engine is up to operating temperature. On cold days the car warms up fine and so… --- ## [2002 Dodge Grand Caravan Engine Steals With Left Turn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-grand-caravan-engine-steals-with-left-turn/88879)
**Author:** [@sccooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sccooper)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2015, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-grand-caravan-engine-steals-with-left-turn/88879 "2015-01-30T23:28:01Z")
I have an odd issue. I bought my car used from the dealer. The fuel pump was replaced last December, as well as had an oil change. The fuel pump died right after the oil change but are seemingly unrelated since the pum… --- ## [Head Gasket Repair for Ford Taurus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-repair-for-ford-taurus/88874)
**Author:** [@meldavis99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meldavis99)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2015, 7:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-repair-for-ford-taurus/88874 "2015-01-30T07:47:59Z")
Hi, I had my blown head gasket repaired and battery replaced at the same time. The car ran fine for 1 trip afterward, but the same problems came back after the next trip. I recently replaced the battery (bad battery) a… --- ## [2006 Subaru Forester check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-check-engine-light/88869)
**Author:** [@David\_Roach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_Roach)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2015, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-check-engine-light/88869 "2015-01-30T04:14:13Z")
Hi all, this is my first time posting. I just bought a 2006 Subaru forester with 130K miles. Recently, the check engine light came and at the same time the cruise control started flashing. I brought it to the mechanic wh… --- ## [Coolent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolent/88867)
**Author:** [@Ramrod83](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ramrod83)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2015, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolent/88867 "2015-01-30T04:00:30Z")
I have a 2005 Chevy Equinox and my heater hose assembly keeps on breaking. Why does it do that and does anyone have the same problem --- ## [How to change my Honda Civic's 12V power adapter to be always on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-change-my-honda-civics-12v-power-adapter-to-be-always-on/88784)
**Author:** [@jpittman2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jpittman2)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-change-my-honda-civics-12v-power-adapter-to-be-always-on/88784 "2015-01-29T21:10:28Z")
Title pretty much says it all. I have a 2004 Honda Civic, and my phone and my Bluetooth unit are (sometimes) plugged into the cigarette lighter (euphemistically renamed the 12V Power Adapter). Problem is, when I shut o… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1154) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1156)