# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1160 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1161 --- ## ['93 Acura Legend complete electrical failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-acura-legend-complete-electrical-failure/88645)
**Author:** [@jonesybones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonesybones)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 9:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-acura-legend-complete-electrical-failure/88645 "2015-01-16T09:44:44Z")
I have a '93 Acura Legend type 2 which I love. However, last week I jumped it because I don't drive it much, unhooked the jumper cables, let the car run for about 10 minutes; I was ready to go so I turned on the headli… --- ## [Lexus RX 300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx-300/88696)
**Author:** [@whizkid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whizkid)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 9:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-rx-300/88696 "2015-01-16T09:39:27Z")
I have a 2000 Lexus RX 300 with 235,000 miles. I have been having a challenge with the "check engine" light coming on. I have taken it to a reputable mechanic several times. I had the oxygen sensor replaced, and the … --- ## [Oil clarifications](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-clarifications/88692)
**Author:** [@Bruddah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bruddah)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 9:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-clarifications/88692 "2015-01-16T09:33:36Z")
Aloha gang =). Please be gentle on this honest mistake. I have A 2011 GMC Acadia that recommends full synthetic oil. I have been taking it to a local firestone and the first change I had told them it required full, th… --- ## [Brake lights not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-not-working/88675)
**Author:** [@satxwy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/satxwy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 9:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-not-working/88675 "2015-01-16T09:17:11Z")
The car is a 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. At some point a little ways back, the cruise control stopped working. Checking the brake lights, I discovered that the brake lights were also out (all 3 - two on the side and the one o… --- ## [Frame Damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-damage/88688)
**Author:** [@Willie7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Willie7)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-damage/88688 "2015-01-16T08:49:53Z")
I got into an accident about a year and a half ago. At the time, I was under the impression that all of the damage was cosmetic and not structural. The car was only a year old at the time so the cost of fixing it was not… --- ## [Can mis alignment cause handleing problems in snowy slick conditions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-mis-alignment-cause-handleing-problems-in-snowy-slick-conditions/88689)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-mis-alignment-cause-handleing-problems-in-snowy-slick-conditions/88689 "2015-01-16T06:52:27Z")
So a bud of mine, probably typical to people that come to you for car questions said their KIa, history of good in snow now is an ice skate. New tires due to wear on the inside of the tires, still bad weather ie snow con… --- ## [Thumping Transmission ? 2005 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-transmission-2005-subaru-outback/88552)
**Author:** [@midcoastmaine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/midcoastmaine)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2015, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-transmission-2005-subaru-outback/88552 "2015-01-16T03:25:49Z")
We bought a used 2005 Subaru Outback last year and had our trusty Subaru mechanic check it out. He changed the transmission fluid and said car was a gem. We spent the winter away from our home in midcoast Maine but not… --- ## [Clinking sound from front end, car won't drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clinking-sound-from-front-end-car-wont-drive/88676)
**Author:** [@Racatat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Racatat)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clinking-sound-from-front-end-car-wont-drive/88676 "2015-01-15T23:33:02Z")
My fiancee has a 1995 Toyota Camry that she uses as her work vehicle and yesterday the car started making a clinking noise from the front that I thought was a broken CV but after going to 2 mechanics we were told it was … --- ## [2002 Prius needs catalytic converter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-prius-needs-catalytic-converter/88631)
**Author:** [@ziggyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ziggyd)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-prius-needs-catalytic-converter/88631 "2015-01-15T19:33:55Z")
Yesterday I was driving on the highway, 65 mph and the CEL came on and I immediately went to the Toyota Service center. They ran a diagnostic test and the following codes appeared, P0300 thru P0304 (pending) and P0420 (… --- ## [Coil Spring Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-spring-question/88672)
**Author:** [@joshranwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshranwest)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-spring-question/88672 "2015-01-15T18:25:38Z")
Frustrating problem, seeking advice! 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis, aka Grandma. I am in the middle of doing an entire front end job. After replacing the lower control arms, I compressed the coil spring quite a bit to ge… --- ## [Power steering fluid in Sub Zero Temps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-in-sub-zero-temps/88637)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-in-sub-zero-temps/88637 "2015-01-15T18:24:06Z")
Wednesday Morning in Northern MN was a cold one (-27) and I needed to snow blow. Got in the Buick started it and immediately turned to back it up 10 feet for the snow blowing. When I turned the wheel it was real stiff an… --- ## [Tacoma Power on without key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tacoma-power-on-without-key/88682)
**Author:** [@El\_Scheffie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/El_Scheffie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 11:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tacoma-power-on-without-key/88682 "2015-01-15T11:39:53Z")
A couple of days ago I removed the key from my 1999 Toyota Tacoma (175,000 mies)and the power stayed on. Specifically, the ignition was in the proper "Lock" position when the key was removed, but the radio continued to p… --- ## [Ford Focus control arm bolt broken during alignment? Common? Look for another shop?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-control-arm-bolt-broken-during-alignment-common-look-for-another-shop/88680)
**Author:** [@J\_R\_A](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J_R_A)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 9:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-control-arm-bolt-broken-during-alignment-common-look-for-another-shop/88680 "2015-01-15T09:54:46Z")
Thanks to those who replied: I'm a noobie and may have lead you guys awry: I've had two control arm bolts broken in the last year (resulting in the arms being replaced) during my '3 year alignment' program. The bo… --- ## [HIGH-TECH: Husqvarna Motorcycle Won't Rev Above 5k RPM, Won't "Accept" More Than 1/2 Throttle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-tech-husqvarna-motorcycle-wont-rev-above-5k-rpm-wont-accept-more-than-1-2-throttle/88568)
**Author:** [@Husqv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Husqv)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 9:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-tech-husqvarna-motorcycle-wont-rev-above-5k-rpm-wont-accept-more-than-1-2-throttle/88568 "2015-01-15T09:50:17Z")
Hello, I have a 2001 Husqvarna SMR 570. While riding on the freeway it began to make an intermittent loud noise from the engine, first every 5 seconds or so, then every 3 seconds or so, and had a loss of power. Exiti… --- ## [Hyundai Accent startup issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-startup-issues/88683)
**Author:** [@Ashu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 9:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-startup-issues/88683 "2015-01-15T09:30:46Z")
I have a 2008 Accent and it has 150,000 miles on it. Recently the car gives me problem when I try to start and has to pump gas to get it started. The spark plugs look ok. The battery was weak and so I replaced it but it … --- ## [2003 Nissan Sentra bent valves but timing still good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-sentra-bent-valves-but-timing-still-good/88679)
**Author:** [@Suni](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Suni)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 9:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-sentra-bent-valves-but-timing-still-good/88679 "2015-01-15T09:22:39Z")
Totally stumped. Replaced the head gasket in Nissan 03 Sentra 3 months ago and car has been running great since with good power. Car suddenly completely dies after coming to a stop without any warning or any loud nois… --- ## [2004 Subaru Legacy died and lost steering in the left turn lane](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-legacy-died-and-lost-steering-in-the-left-turn-lane/88686)
**Author:** [@maczaf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maczaf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-legacy-died-and-lost-steering-in-the-left-turn-lane/88686 "2015-01-15T05:06:38Z")
So a bit of background, I'm not the original owner, it has about 190,000 miles on it, and is almost definitely due for an oil change. Anyways, I was driving home, the car was running fine, I got into the left turn lane a… --- ## [OBD codes on 2003 Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-codes-on-2003-malibu/88673)
**Author:** [@taylorlucy2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/taylorlucy2)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-codes-on-2003-malibu/88673 "2015-01-15T04:13:07Z")
I have a 2003 malibu with 170000 miles on it. My husband uses this car to commute to work (10 miles one way). We will be buying a newer car in a month or so but my husband really wants to keep this car as a third/back up… --- ## [Battery connected opposit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-connected-opposit/88681)
**Author:** [@Yann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yann)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2015, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-connected-opposit/88681 "2015-01-15T01:59:17Z")
Hey, i got a 2001 Honda Civic and tried to replace the battery. I mistakenly connected the wrong cable to the - and same thing for the +. There were sparks and all went dark. Is there some automatic shut off system on th… --- ## [Baffling clutch behavor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-clutch-behavor/88589)
**Author:** [@dizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dizz)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-clutch-behavor/88589 "2015-01-14T19:20:57Z")
THE PROBLEM: intermittently (typically days between occurrences) when my 1989 Nissan Stanza has been sitting (not running) for awhile depressing the clutch pedal has no effect: I start the car in neutral but cannot shift… --- ## [Steering Wheel Mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-mystery/88659)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 10:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-mystery/88659 "2015-01-14T10:32:24Z")
My son's 99 Lexus ES had the steering wheel come off in his hands! He was able to stick it back on again and get home. It has been at a reputable repair shop for a couple days and they can't figure out what happened. An… --- ## [2000 ford taurus rack and pinion install](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-taurus-rack-and-pinion-install/88646)
**Author:** [@lugnut\_jerry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lugnut_jerry)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 10:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-taurus-rack-and-pinion-install/88646 "2015-01-14T10:22:38Z")
I have taken my rack and pinion out of my Taurus and I got it on the bench and before I took the measurements for proper alignment into the steering knuckle I noticed the the boot on the passenger side was compressed and… --- ## [CCA test results on new battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cca-test-results-on-new-battery/88662)
**Author:** [@retrokick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/retrokick)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 9:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cca-test-results-on-new-battery/88662 "2015-01-14T09:10:23Z")
I bought my 2001 Concorde in September 2014. It got through last winter just fine, and we got down to -10 or -15 up here in Michigan. This winter hasn't been quite as cold... we had several days last week with single dig… --- ## [1998 Mazda Protege LX (Manual Transmission): Engine will not warm up with driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-mazda-protege-lx-manual-transmission-engine-will-not-warm-up-with-driving/88678)
**Author:** [@sjs456](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjs456)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 8:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-mazda-protege-lx-manual-transmission-engine-will-not-warm-up-with-driving/88678 "2015-01-14T08:36:48Z")
The alternator belt recently broke off on my Mazda Protege and by the time I was able to drive it to my local Mazda dealer to have the belt replaced the engine was completely dead. I drove the car about 12 miles after t… --- ## [2003 Camry - Brief instrument panel cut-out, even briefer auto-transmission cut-out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-camry-brief-instrument-panel-cut-out-even-briefer-auto-transmission-cut-out/88674)
**Author:** [@AdamusBDragon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AdamusBDragon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 6:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-camry-brief-instrument-panel-cut-out-even-briefer-auto-transmission-cut-out/88674 "2015-01-14T06:41:14Z")
I have been driving an '03 Camry for about 5 months or so, and until today I have had no problems. I drove to the store (about a 6-minute/2-mile drive) without incident. I noticed that I had about a half-tank of gas. I… --- ## [Weekly cleaning of car without water but with a few spray bottles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weekly-cleaning-of-car-without-water-but-with-a-few-spray-bottles/88656)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weekly-cleaning-of-car-without-water-but-with-a-few-spray-bottles/88656 "2015-01-14T03:32:43Z")
I see a guy walks with a few spray bottles and he cleans his car without using water in the parking lot, every weekend. Can u do that - What are some of these spray bottles? --- ## [Frozen slip joint on drive shaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-slip-joint-on-drive-shaft/88665)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-slip-joint-on-drive-shaft/88665 "2015-01-14T03:10:54Z")
I'm working on a 1997 Tahoe 4wd....replacing the U-joints. Front drive shaft. The slip joint (I think that is what it is called) is frozen up.....and I mean frozen. I heated the joint with the torches, removed the se… --- ## [Northern MN -40 degrees wind chill /No Start / where do I install the battery heater?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/northern-mn-40-degrees-wind-chill-no-start-where-do-i-install-the-battery-heater/88594)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2015, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/northern-mn-40-degrees-wind-chill-no-start-where-do-i-install-the-battery-heater/88594 "2015-01-14T01:38:40Z")
I woke up this morning to a -40 windchill. The autostart on my Buick Lucerne did not function. The car battery is under the Rear seat. I bought a battery warmer pad but I'm unsure as to how to wire it to the outside. Any… --- ## [Please help! Any advice would be greatly appreciated!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-any-advice-would-be-greatly-appreciated/88669)
**Author:** [@angela13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/angela13)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2015, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-any-advice-would-be-greatly-appreciated/88669 "2015-01-13T21:43:43Z")
Have a Volvo XC70 and LOVE it! Recently ETS light came on and Check engine has always been on, mechanics did not seem to worried in past. As of the last month seemed to be issue with thermostat... Car would warm to norma… --- ## [2004 GMC Diesel Injectors. To replace two or all or](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-diesel-injectors-to-replace-two-or-all-or/88652)
**Author:** [@TUnruh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TUnruh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2015, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-diesel-injectors-to-replace-two-or-all-or/88652 "2015-01-13T19:19:59Z")
I have a 2004 GMC 2500 Diesel. The 2001-2004 models had the issues with leaking injectors. The truck has 180K miles on it. New brakes and rotors plus glow plugs have recently been replaced. All service has been up to dat… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1159) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1161)