# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1159 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1160 --- ## [Replacing the Clockspring on a Jeep Wrangler 2008?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-clockspring-on-a-jeep-wrangler-2008/88753)
**Author:** [@RedJeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RedJeep)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2015, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-clockspring-on-a-jeep-wrangler-2008/88753 "2015-01-20T04:31:00Z")
I know this is the problem; it's a common problem with Jeeps and Chrysler won't fix it under warranty/recall unless it's a 2007 or before (even though it's the same issue). I can find the part online for about $200, but… --- ## [Mercedes headaches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-headaches/88748)
**Author:** [@powerdogvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerdogvt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2015, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-headaches/88748 "2015-01-20T03:15:35Z")
I have a friend whose (very successful) son surprised him with a 2012 S-class BlueTec MB. In the2 years he's had it, he's had to be towed to the dealer 3 times for a failed O2 sensor (in 2012, August 2013, and beginning … --- ## [How to tell if engine is gone or not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-tell-if-engine-is-gone-or-not/88403)
**Author:** [@300korbustdodge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/300korbustdodge)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2015, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-tell-if-engine-is-gone-or-not/88403 "2015-01-20T03:01:28Z")
My oil pressure had been dropping to 0 for a while. After searching the internet, I replaced the oil sending unit. This seemed to fix the issue for a while - until I was going up some hills, and the engine began revvin… --- ## [Tensioner pulley question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tensioner-pulley-question/88560)
**Author:** [@scj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scj)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2015, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tensioner-pulley-question/88560 "2015-01-20T01:57:54Z")
2000 Accord. I replaced the serpantine belt and started the car. Then found out the pulley had seized up. I got a new one and replaced it and got the belt on again. Because the lifting up of the pulley by the 14mm bolt… --- ## [Scraping paper gasket : need ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-paper-gasket-need-ideas/88743)
**Author:** [@JuniorMint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuniorMint)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2015, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-paper-gasket-need-ideas/88743 "2015-01-20T01:51:10Z")
between the brake WHOOPS clutch master cylinder and firewall, in an obstructed area, there are remnants of a paper gasket. It's quite tough to get off. I tried soaking with water, scrubbing with nylon brush, steel brush… --- ## [O2 sensor cleaning solvents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-cleaning-solvents/88732)
**Author:** [@Small-steps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Small-steps)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-cleaning-solvents/88732 "2015-01-19T23:41:11Z")
Hi Everyone, What solvents can I use to clean my oxygen sensor? Is mentholated spirits or mineral turpentine ok to do the job? What would you guys recommend? Thanks --- ## [Monatna stumble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/monatna-stumble/88744)
**Author:** [@jaslud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaslud)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/monatna-stumble/88744 "2015-01-19T21:07:11Z")
I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana with 90K. If the overnight temperature has been below 40ish, there is a noticeable hesitation or stumble (almost as if the engine cuts out for a second-but never actually stalls out) on the… --- ## [1997 Eclipse starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-eclipse-starting-issue/88745)
**Author:** [@Klax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Klax)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-eclipse-starting-issue/88745 "2015-01-19T10:49:02Z")
Hello, I have a 1997 eclipse that has recently been having issues with starting up. When I wake up in the morning I find that my eclipse starts on the first go (only didn't start up in the morning one time). However the… --- ## [First service on my F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-service-on-my-f150/88733)
**Author:** [@rwmcm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rwmcm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 10:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-service-on-my-f150/88733 "2015-01-19T10:21:41Z")
Just had the 10k service done at the dealer. Oil change and inspection and now there is a ticking sound from the engine. It was not there when I took it in, even my wife noticed it. Will take it back to the dealer on Mo… --- ## [Ford ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger/88730)
**Author:** [@soapy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/soapy)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger/88730 "2015-01-19T07:02:47Z")
I have a 94 ranger with 4.0 I have replaced every sensor on it I have done fuel test compression test new plugs, wires, coil, mass flow, everything but I still cant get the miss out of it don't know what else to do pleas… --- ## [Bent steel wheel and rim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-steel-wheel-and-rim/88728)
**Author:** [@Cady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cady)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bent-steel-wheel-and-rim/88728 "2015-01-19T05:34:15Z")
I discovered this morning that the steel wheel and hub cap on the passenger side are a bit bent. I don't know how long this has been so. I have to drive 70 miles today and 70 miles tomorrow and then I can drive another 3… --- ## [1999 Accord ex v6 Wont start! PLEASE HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-accord-ex-v6-wont-start-please-help/88740)
**Author:** [@1999\_Accord\_ex\_v6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1999_Accord_ex_v6)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-accord-ex-v6-wont-start-please-help/88740 "2015-01-19T02:10:34Z")
My car died about a week ago. At first it seemed like it was just the battery. I would go to start my car and i would just get a whole bunch of click\*\*click\*\*click\*\*click. Then id jump start it and off I go. I thought it… --- ## [90 Fleetwood D'Elegance FWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-fleetwood-delegance-fwd/88737)
**Author:** [@Mauser\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mauser_1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-fleetwood-delegance-fwd/88737 "2015-01-19T01:41:37Z")
Have a 90 FWD Fleetwood D'Elegance can any one tell me how to tell if I have the standard suspension or the heavy duty suspension in it . The rear has the air struts and coil springs that came on the car new . The front … --- ## [2001 GMC sonoma headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-sonoma-headlights/88734)
**Author:** [@tjh80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjh80)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2015, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-sonoma-headlights/88734 "2015-01-19T00:29:01Z")
Should be an easy job, right? My passenger side headlight was out so I replaced what I thought was the offending bulb, but the light still won't turn on. The parking light turns on fine, as do all the other lights. I rea… --- ## [Should I go through with a $1400 catalytic converter fix for a 2005 Ford Focus with 140,000 miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-go-through-with-a-1400-catalytic-converter-fix-for-a-2005-ford-focus-with-140-000-miles/88705)
**Author:** [@ogrestomp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ogrestomp)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2015, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-go-through-with-a-1400-catalytic-converter-fix-for-a-2005-ford-focus-with-140-000-miles/88705 "2015-01-18T23:43:23Z")
At what point do I call it quits with the repairs and just sell it for parts? How do I research what parts will be needing replacing and when? I've also heard this car isn't the most reliable? Man I'm stuck. Any help is … --- ## [Corolla window sweeps question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-window-sweeps-question/88723)
**Author:** [@Atienne3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Atienne3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2015, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-window-sweeps-question/88723 "2015-01-18T16:44:49Z")
Purchased 2014 Corolla in August. Previously owned one in 2004. First cool morning I rolled windows down to clear frost outside and nothing happened. Been to 2 different dealerships in 2 different states and neither offe… --- ## [Warm Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warm-starting/88721)
**Author:** [@Dulcinea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dulcinea)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2015, 4:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warm-starting/88721 "2015-01-18T16:40:11Z")
Help! After driving my car and then running a quick errand (stopping for 2-10 minutes), my car (2002 Saturn SL will not re-start. Nothing. Waiting another 30 minutes, and everything starts normally. What could be wro… --- ## [Heater not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-working/88713)
**Author:** [@kenfet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenfet)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2015, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-working/88713 "2015-01-18T06:39:32Z")
i need help with my 2001 ford taurus the heater. heater worked (not great) then slowly got colder each week for 4wks changed the thermostat. --- ## [Having trouble starting a Toyota RAV4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/having-trouble-starting-a-toyota-rav4/88712)
**Author:** [@Tishnyc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tishnyc)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/having-trouble-starting-a-toyota-rav4/88712 "2015-01-17T23:09:26Z")
My mother and I own a 2001 RAV4 and over the past few weeks/couple of months we've had 4 instances where the car wouldn't start. Everything works - lights, radio, windows, etc. but when we try to start the engine it just… --- ## [Lever makes noise switching from Drive to Park - Honda Civic 2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lever-makes-noise-switching-from-drive-to-park-honda-civic-2000/88725)
**Author:** [@vvk4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vvk4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lever-makes-noise-switching-from-drive-to-park-honda-civic-2000/88725 "2015-01-17T22:55:27Z")
My automatic shift Honda Civic 2000 does not shift smoothly from Drive to Park like it used to do before. Sounds rough. Any ideas. --- ## [Saab 9-3 Check Engine Light Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-check-engine-light-problem/88706)
**Author:** [@ccmcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccmcar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-3-check-engine-light-problem/88706 "2015-01-17T22:37:24Z")
I have a 2002 Saab 9-3. The check engine light and another warning light, (I think it's Powertrain Malfunction light, see attached image) come on intermittently. The code corresponds to Transmission Range Sensor. I thin… --- ## [Dodge Stratus Ignition Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-ignition-problem/88724)
**Author:** [@moore2030](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moore2030)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-stratus-ignition-problem/88724 "2015-01-17T21:40:48Z")
Any help is greatly appreciated. I came home last night and pulled out my key and the car was still on. I put the key back in and turns forward and back with no resistance and it still didn't shut off. I can't tell if th… --- ## [Recycled power steering fluid reservoirs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recycled-power-steering-fluid-reservoirs/88701)
**Author:** [@ravcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ravcar)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 9:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recycled-power-steering-fluid-reservoirs/88701 "2015-01-17T09:15:21Z")
I have a 1997 Toyota Camry that needs a new power steering fluid reservoir. My concern about getting one from a salvage yard (as opposed to paying much for a new replacement) is the age of the molded plastic. Will a us… --- ## [Adding antifreeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-antifreeze/88709)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-antifreeze/88709 "2015-01-17T06:51:57Z")
2005 BMW X5 3.0i Sport I just happened to check the coolant and it's so low to a point I can't even see it. I normally get a warning on the dash telling me to check the coolant level. I was told that I have to compl… --- ## [94 accord only leaks oil when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-only-leaks-oil-when-cold/88714)
**Author:** [@Michael76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael76)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-accord-only-leaks-oil-when-cold/88714 "2015-01-17T06:43:51Z")
I noticed the last two winters oil spots show up in the drive and its only when the temputare dips below 30 or so if any warmer its not there just wandering if anyone else has experienced this --- ## [Dash Indicator Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-indicator-light/88716)
**Author:** [@sonnyyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonnyyn)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-indicator-light/88716 "2015-01-17T06:11:28Z")
I have a 2004 Buick Century and the small window that indicates what gear you are in, on the dash, is very dim. All other dash lights are bright and working good. Is this the bulb and what sort of job is it to change it. … --- ## [Safe to Drive with Unaligned Caster Angle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safe-to-drive-with-unaligned-caster-angle/88704)
**Author:** [@Woogies](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Woogies)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2015, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safe-to-drive-with-unaligned-caster-angle/88704 "2015-01-17T05:50:08Z")
So I went to get my 1991 CRX aligned after doing some front end work. At high speeds (55+) I noticed it pulled noticeably to the left. However the garage told me that the front Caster angle on the left was -1.0 more tha… --- ## [Different Oil Weight by Dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-oil-weight-by-dealer/88697)
**Author:** [@hp01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hp01)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-oil-weight-by-dealer/88697 "2015-01-16T23:05:45Z")
Car Info: 2011 Acura TSX 4cyl AT 27,000miles I was at my Acura dealer for routine oil change and when I got home realized that they have been using 5w30 conventional oil in my car. The owner's manual requires 0w20 conven… --- ## [Are Spare Tire Hoists for Chevy Pickups really different?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-spare-tire-hoists-for-chevy-pickups-really-different/88710)
**Author:** [@Jefro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jefro)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-spare-tire-hoists-for-chevy-pickups-really-different/88710 "2015-01-16T23:01:59Z")
I was stuck on a beach in Nevada with a flat tire. I have never had one before (I get good tires) and my hoist was fouled up from never-being-used. I had to unbolt it and ruin it to get the spare out. So now I am in se… --- ## [Recommendations for family car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-for-family-car/88493)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-for-family-car/88493 "2015-01-16T21:08:53Z")
I just totaled my Ford Focus on a deer... Got $3500... We are looking for something under $4500 with good gas mileage (30+), that has decent room for 3 teenagers in the back seat. My wife really like the quietness of a B… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1158) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1160)