# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1156 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1157 --- ## [New Subaru, intermittent problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-subaru-intermittent-problem/88694)
**Author:** [@powerdogvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerdogvt)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-subaru-intermittent-problem/88694 "2015-01-29T19:26:21Z")
With my 2015 Legacy, a couple of times I have turned the key to start the engine and nothing's happened. No sound, no dashboard lights. I've had to try several times before the car "sees" that I'm turning the key. Is … --- ## [Reduced engine power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reduced-engine-power/88835)
**Author:** [@danny1212](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danny1212)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 7:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reduced-engine-power/88835 "2015-01-29T07:49:25Z")
I was driving my truck back home (70mph) and dashboard said reduced engine power so it slowed me down to 50 then 40 pulled to the side turn it off disconnect battery connected everything again turned work fine for at lea… --- ## [Brake judder/shimmy when braking at low speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-judder-shimmy-when-braking-at-low-speeds/88854)
**Author:** [@Impracticar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Impracticar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-judder-shimmy-when-braking-at-low-speeds/88854 "2015-01-29T04:20:13Z")
I have a 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage. I've been having issues with judder. I first mentioned it to a mechanic late last spring, but they said the rotors and pads were fine, so I let it be, and the judder got gradually worse, … --- ## [2002 Mazda Protege Timing Belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mazda-protege-timing-belt/88857)
**Author:** [@Bobjohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobjohn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mazda-protege-timing-belt/88857 "2015-01-29T04:18:05Z")
Hi. Recently bought a 2002 mazda protege ES with 30K on the odometer. Bought it from a dealer, not the only other owner (original), but mileage seems to check out (so far). BUT, there's many years on the timing belt a… --- ## [Repairing paint scratces](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-paint-scratces/88859)
**Author:** [@nitram](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nitram)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-paint-scratces/88859 "2015-01-29T04:13:59Z")
I am in the process of repairing about 5 light paint scratches from a vehicle not out of the way of the garage door. I have sanded it down to plasict bumper. Is it absolutely necessary to use a primer before the paint &… --- ## [Door ajar and other interior lights flash for 20-30 seconds. '97 Chrysler LHS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ajar-and-other-interior-lights-flash-for-20-30-seconds-97-chrysler-lhs/88847)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2015, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ajar-and-other-interior-lights-flash-for-20-30-seconds-97-chrysler-lhs/88847 "2015-01-29T00:37:30Z")
When this LHS is first started, I hear a clicking noise similar to the sound the directional flasher makes. The DOOR AJAR light on the message panel also flashes as do the dome lights and the temperature displayed on th… --- ## [2008 Honda CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-crv/88826)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-crv/88826 "2015-01-28T22:31:37Z")
I purchased a 2008 Honda CRV less than a month ago and felt it shaking every time it hit a bump in the road. Took i back to the dealer and he said strut and sway bar need replacing (it has 77,000 miles on it) and they w… --- ## [1991 Chevrolet S10 4.3L](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevrolet-s10-4-3l/88851)
**Author:** [@Gpots90](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gpots90)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevrolet-s10-4-3l/88851 "2015-01-28T16:48:36Z")
I have a 1991 s10 4.3l . My cord that runs from my battery to my starter is damaged and needed to be replaced. I got underneath it to try and unscrew the cord from the starter so I could replace it with the new one and r… --- ## [99 Lexus RX300 rear valve replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-lexus-rx300-rear-valve-replacement/88844)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 7:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-lexus-rx300-rear-valve-replacement/88844 "2015-01-28T07:22:35Z")
This discussion was created from comments split from: RX300 Excessive Oil consumption. --- ## [Soft clutch pedal after replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soft-clutch-pedal-after-replacement/88842)
**Author:** [@Small-steps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Small-steps)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soft-clutch-pedal-after-replacement/88842 "2015-01-28T07:05:41Z")
Hi Everyone, Just the other day I got the clutch replaced on my 06 WRX. I took it to a reputable workshop that I've dealt with before. When I got it back the clutch pedal feels very soft and goes to the floor with ease, … --- ## [NIssan Service - Are they crooked?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-service-are-they-crooked/88845)
**Author:** [@BigDfromJax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BigDfromJax)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2015, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-service-are-they-crooked/88845 "2015-01-28T06:21:15Z")
I took my 2008 Titan in yesterday to have the blower motor resistor replaced. I noticed when the service rep got in my truck (with the engine running while in park) he turned the steering wheel all the way to right with … --- ## [1987 Mazda 323 lurches and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mazda-323-lurches-and-dies/88776)
**Author:** [@cub412](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cub412)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mazda-323-lurches-and-dies/88776 "2015-01-27T22:44:35Z")
1987 323 Mazda, manual transmission. Recently replaced motor and transmission and air conditioner, all used. Prior to replacement vehicle burned oil and was leaking transmission fluid and air conditioner wasn't working. … --- ## [Jeep Patriot Leaking Sunroof (water leaking into dome lights above dash due to leaking in sunroof)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-patriot-leaking-sunroof-water-leaking-into-dome-lights-above-dash-due-to-leaking-in-sunroof/88837)
**Author:** [@kmcnern1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmcnern1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-patriot-leaking-sunroof-water-leaking-into-dome-lights-above-dash-due-to-leaking-in-sunroof/88837 "2015-01-27T21:35:08Z")
I just picked up my brand new 2015 Jeep Patriot on 1/15/15. Exactly one week after having the vehicle (1/12/15), we I got into my car (on a rainy day...the first rainy day since I had the car) there was water dripping fr… --- ## [Please help with a 2005 Toyota 4Runner Charging System Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-with-a-2005-toyota-4runner-charging-system-issue/88838)
**Author:** [@K2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/K2010)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-with-a-2005-toyota-4runner-charging-system-issue/88838 "2015-01-27T09:45:44Z")
I am stumped and genuinely need some help. My 2005 Toyota 4Runner has the 4.7 V8 and in the last week or so, the charge indicator light on the dash has been intermittent and then suddenly on always. I started searching a… --- ## [Gravity Bleeding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gravity-bleeding/88780)
**Author:** [@joshranwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshranwest)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 7:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gravity-bleeding/88780 "2015-01-27T07:01:12Z")
Wife working all day and the old, black dirty brake fluid has to go. Causing some issues down the line with sticking calipers. Its a mess. Gonna grab some new hoses and new fluid. Gonna have have to do the gravity method… --- ## [2004 Silverado 5.3 with very low oil pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-silverado-5-3-with-very-low-oil-pressure/88703)
**Author:** [@Airdoc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Airdoc)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-silverado-5-3-with-very-low-oil-pressure/88703 "2015-01-27T06:16:35Z")
I have owned it for 8 years and did all maintance regularly. While driving the oil pressure dropped to under 5 lbs all of a sudden and the lifters were making plenty of noise. I replaced the pressure relief under the oil… --- ## [Car for my dog to ride in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-my-dog-to-ride-in/88803)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-my-dog-to-ride-in/88803 "2015-01-27T06:14:58Z")
I'm thinking about a new vehicle . . . this Summer or Fall. I have a big German Shepherd and she sheds, I'm looking for a vehicle with vinyl seats and a rubber floor so I can clean it easily. Suggestions? Mini-pickup?… --- ## [My Mercury Grand Marquis will not start sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mercury-grand-marquis-will-not-start-sometimes/88836)
**Author:** [@befuddled1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/befuddled1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mercury-grand-marquis-will-not-start-sometimes/88836 "2015-01-27T04:07:28Z")
Although it starts most of the time, about two times a week it will act as though it's going to and won't. We had it in a shop for about 3 weeks and the mechanic said it started every time for him. When I got it back, … --- ## [Fuel line repair on 1994 F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-line-repair-on-1994-f150/88834)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-line-repair-on-1994-f150/88834 "2015-01-27T03:46:52Z")
A few months ago, I posted about my problems with the fuel line on my truck--some scrap metal fell between the bed and cab, and damaged the quick-connects on the (front tank) fuel line. I toyed with it, and it worked fin… --- ## [Lost gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-gas-mileage/88708)
**Author:** [@hansonpro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hansonpro)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-gas-mileage/88708 "2015-01-27T03:26:20Z")
I have a 2007 Titan that just turned 100,000 miles. Over the last 6 weeks or so I've noticed a huge drop in gas mileage. Used to get close to 400 miles a tank and now as of last night I got 248 miles on a tank. Average o… --- ## [Toyota Long Life Coolant/equivalent?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-long-life-coolant-equivalent/88749)
**Author:** [@RIMDToyota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RIMDToyota)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2015, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-long-life-coolant-equivalent/88749 "2015-01-27T00:17:56Z")
Thanks for your replies. I am looking for coolant spec for 1999 Toyota Camry. Owner's Manual says to use "Toyota Long Life Coolant" equivalent. The coolant mixture must contain ethylene-glycol anti-freeze. I chat wi… --- ## [No oil Pressure with first start up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-pressure-with-first-start-up/88779)
**Author:** [@RHIBDriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RHIBDriver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-pressure-with-first-start-up/88779 "2015-01-26T21:36:20Z")
I have a 1993 Grand Caravan 3.3L V6. When I leave the van set for a couple a of days (or even overnight) and then start it, I have no oil pressure for a minute or so. After the engine has been running for about a minute … --- ## [2004 Grand Am 3400 suddenly very poor mileage in city](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-am-3400-suddenly-very-poor-mileage-in-city/88832)
**Author:** [@eisjeff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eisjeff)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-am-3400-suddenly-very-poor-mileage-in-city/88832 "2015-01-26T19:19:58Z")
My 2004 Pontiac Grand Am with a 3400 engine and 205,000 still gets 27 mpg on the highway but suddenly only getting 13 in the city. The city mileage was 23-24 until the last couple of months. Changed oil, replaced air fil… --- ## [Help - should I buy this car? 2000 Subaru Outback with 24000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-should-i-buy-this-car-2000-subaru-outback-with-24000-miles/88821)
**Author:** [@mmusic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmusic)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-should-i-buy-this-car-2000-subaru-outback-with-24000-miles/88821 "2015-01-26T19:15:52Z")
I have the chance to buy a 2000 Subaru Outback wagon, LTD with only 24000 miles. However, it has been sitting in a barn for the last 4 or 5 years (husband passed away, then recently wife passed away.) the mechanic says h… --- ## [Old blue rides again!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-blue-rides-again/88806)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-blue-rides-again/88806 "2015-01-26T17:07:55Z")
1975 ford f100 supercab-360cu in well I got my cab supports installed. got the floor pans in, good brakes all the way around, fix a flat in my front tires, clean oil and a filter! she rides much better. and s… --- ## [Tire shop installed mismatched tires - long term issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-shop-installed-mismatched-tires-long-term-issues/88156)
**Author:** [@jerheis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jerheis)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 11:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-shop-installed-mismatched-tires-long-term-issues/88156 "2015-01-26T11:05:56Z")
This one is partly on me for not checking it, but I've got questions on the long term issues for my differential. Two years ago I had four Michelin Defender XT tires installed at a big box warehouse tire shop. Per specs,… --- ## [2012 Equinox fuse block](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-equinox-fuse-block/88819)
**Author:** [@Pamzcz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pamzcz)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 9:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-equinox-fuse-block/88819 "2015-01-26T09:25:36Z")
I live in MI and my driver side mirror quit de-icing. Dealer says it's the fuse block and $800, but not necessary until other fuse issues come up which may not happen anytime soon. I'm driving from Mi to FL soon and co… --- ## [F150 02 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f150-02-sensor/88829)
**Author:** [@Jacob03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacob03)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 8:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f150-02-sensor/88829 "2015-01-26T08:11:35Z")
Hi, The "service engine soon" light is on. Need help. I got code 0141 on the code reader. The repair manual for my F150 is stating that the code is for bank 1 sensor 2. I want to check the sensor, but I don't know the lo… --- ## [Electrical mystery on my 1999 tacoma pre runner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-mystery-on-my-1999-tacoma-pre-runner/88831)
**Author:** [@sandl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-mystery-on-my-1999-tacoma-pre-runner/88831 "2015-01-26T07:54:12Z")
I installed a new engine in my pre runner. upon completion and a thorough check of fluids connections and such we lite it off ran beautiful and everything seemed to function. Put the hood back on and installed the skid p… --- ## [P0027 Volvo S60 2008](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0027-volvo-s60-2008/88801)
**Author:** [@a\_dude](https://community.cartalk.com/u/a_dude)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2015, 7:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0027-volvo-s60-2008/88801 "2015-01-26T07:13:50Z")
My girlfriend got the check engine light on her Volvo S60 yesterday. I advised her to get the codes read at AutoZone and then take it to a trusted mechanic. She got the code read this morning and it was P0027. I advise… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1155) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1157)