# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1162 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1163 --- ## [My car is possessed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-possessed/88618)
**Author:** [@Conley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Conley)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2015, 8:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-possessed/88618 "2015-01-10T08:30:32Z")
I have a 2003 Hyundai Sonata. The car alarm has been going off for no reason. I no longer lock it with the key, as it will not arm that way. Today the alarm went off while I was at work. Long story short, after tryi… --- ## [2003 Mazda MPV - mechanic stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-mpv-mechanic-stumped/88619)
**Author:** [@punkin13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/punkin13)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2015, 6:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-mpv-mechanic-stumped/88619 "2015-01-10T06:55:31Z")
I have been struggling with my vehicle now for several weeks. I have had two ignition coils replaced and the TPS, which the vehicle was throwing codes for. I got it back from the shop, but it still hesitates very badly… --- ## [2005 nissian frontier trouble starting in the cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissian-frontier-trouble-starting-in-the-cold/88615)
**Author:** [@Josi1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josi1234)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2015, 6:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissian-frontier-trouble-starting-in-the-cold/88615 "2015-01-10T06:47:11Z")
I own a 2005 nissian frontier that I bought in CA. I now live in ND where it will not start if it is below freezing. I have had an oil change, new battery and terminals cleaned, coolant flush and refill, crank shaft rep… --- ## [Kia Optima Engine w/Sludge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-optima-engine-w-sludge/88610)
**Author:** [@TJones05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TJones05)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2015, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-optima-engine-w-sludge/88610 "2015-01-10T06:43:07Z")
I have a 2012 Kia Optima with 73K+ miles. I was having an issue with the engine light flickering on and off. I was told by the dealership that this is because of sludge build up in the engine. How much should it norma… --- ## [1994 Isuzu amigo hesitates at a certain rpm what might be wrong with it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-isuzu-amigo-hesitates-at-a-certain-rpm-what-might-be-wrong-with-it/88620)
**Author:** [@dewayne2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dewayne2)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2015, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-isuzu-amigo-hesitates-at-a-certain-rpm-what-might-be-wrong-with-it/88620 "2015-01-10T05:59:26Z")
I need to fix my truck --- ## [Hyundai Tucson Catalytic Converter Questions--Please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-tucson-catalytic-converter-questions-please-help/88601)
**Author:** [@TucsonGoku](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TucsonGoku)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-tucson-catalytic-converter-questions-please-help/88601 "2015-01-09T23:35:03Z")
Hi Experts, I own a 2005 Hyundai Tucson with 92k miles. Last week the check engine light came on during normal highway use. Brought in to dealership for diagnostic. The service coordinator (who i'm not a fan of to begin… --- ## [4wd, 05 Z71 Suburban. Could transfer case have been damaged at excessive speeds on dry hwy in 4hi?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-05-z71-suburban-could-transfer-case-have-been-damaged-at-excessive-speeds-on-dry-hwy-in-4hi/88608)
**Author:** [@rayniedoll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rayniedoll)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-05-z71-suburban-could-transfer-case-have-been-damaged-at-excessive-speeds-on-dry-hwy-in-4hi/88608 "2015-01-09T22:08:14Z")
I have an 05 Suburban, that up until last winter (12/13) I never had any issues with getting around in snow/ice. I bought this Suburban brand new, so I know everything that has been done to it. It has less than 113K mile… --- ## [What are options for what appears to be a frozen window fluid problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-options-for-what-appears-to-be-a-frozen-window-fluid-problem/88593)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-options-for-what-appears-to-be-a-frozen-window-fluid-problem/88593 "2015-01-09T20:49:27Z")
I have a 2003 Chevy Impala. As our temps have gotten below freezing it appears that my windshield fluid cleaning system has frozen as I am getting nothing out of it when I try to use it. I can hear the sound of it tryi… --- ## [Oil change intervals when not driving frequently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-intervals-when-not-driving-frequently/87158)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 11:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-intervals-when-not-driving-frequently/87158 "2015-01-09T11:41:46Z")
If you drive less than 6000 or maybe even less than 3000 miles a year, how often should one change the oil on the car? Or don't bother with time interval but mileage as recommended for the make and model? I'm not sure th… --- ## [How to Turn off the Check Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-turn-off-the-check-engine-light/88609)
**Author:** [@Chef\_Beebe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chef_Beebe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 9:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-turn-off-the-check-engine-light/88609 "2015-01-09T09:51:31Z")
While driving from TN to TX, the check engine light came on with 10+ hours left to go. The manual says to check the gas cap. That was on securely. Is there a simple way to find out the problem/turn the light off? (The m… --- ## [Cleaning Headlights with Alcohol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-headlights-with-alcohol/88602)
**Author:** [@hiker303](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hiker303)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-headlights-with-alcohol/88602 "2015-01-09T08:08:08Z")
Last night I discovered something unexpected. I wiped the yellowing headlights on my 2002 Honda Odyssey with Isopropyl Alcohol (91%) and the yellowing has almost disappeared. No hard rubbing, just rubbing back and fort… --- ## [Slight scratch on side of tire - ok or a problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-scratch-on-side-of-tire-ok-or-a-problem/88600)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-scratch-on-side-of-tire-ok-or-a-problem/88600 "2015-01-09T05:22:03Z")
See photos (attached/uploaded, hopefully they show up or I'll link them elsewhere). Similar to this thread: http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2299242/scratched-tire-with-some-rip-does-this-need-replacing-or-can-i… --- ## [Cavalier Conking Out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-conking-out/88572)
**Author:** [@VAJaybird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VAJaybird)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-conking-out/88572 "2015-01-09T01:15:45Z")
Hey Everyone, I have a 2003 Chevy Cavalier that I have owned since new. It has 340,000 miles and I want to get to at least half-a-million. My wife was driving it last week and it started with a very rough idle and r… --- ## [2000 Infiniti g20 dies when put in drive, okay in reverse?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-infiniti-g20-dies-when-put-in-drive-okay-in-reverse/88606)
**Author:** [@ridcully](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ridcully)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2015, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-infiniti-g20-dies-when-put-in-drive-okay-in-reverse/88606 "2015-01-09T00:47:25Z")
Very strange problem for me especially since it's not my car, belongs to my sister. Only code that was set last month indicated the MAF so I cleaned it and the car ran fine. Started to hesitate up hills (steep uphill d… --- ## [Ford Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer/88605)
**Author:** [@Psm32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Psm32)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer/88605 "2015-01-08T22:55:23Z")
I have an 05 ford exp xlt with well over 160k miles. It's been pulling a little for quite some time now and I've recently had to have the fuel pump replaced. But it's been working well. About 6 days ago a small suv side … --- ## [ACURA 2000 TL has an extended crank to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-2000-tl-has-an-extended-crank-to-start/88501)
**Author:** [@Venusacura](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Venusacura)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 10:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-2000-tl-has-an-extended-crank-to-start/88501 "2015-01-08T22:53:15Z")
When I start the car recently, it cranks 10 or 15 times and then starts. When I leave the key in the ignition ON position for a few seconds it starts right away. When I shut off and try to start right away it takes time … --- ## [Six-month hiatus for My car, what do I need to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/six-month-hiatus-for-my-car-what-do-i-need-to-do/88586)
**Author:** [@NothingbutaGthang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NothingbutaGthang)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/six-month-hiatus-for-my-car-what-do-i-need-to-do/88586 "2015-01-08T20:52:06Z")
Hey everyone I drive a 2005 Infiniti G35. I am leaving for Spain for six months this weekend. What things should I do to make sure my car will be driveble when I get back? I'm worried that since my car is older and it… --- ## [Acura tl -the immobilizer light is off and the car starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-the-immobilizer-light-is-off-and-the-car-starts/88580)
**Author:** [@Venusacura](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Venusacura)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-the-immobilizer-light-is-off-and-the-car-starts/88580 "2015-01-08T20:37:53Z")
I have an Acura 2000 TL. My car all of a sudden stopped starting. I called AAA and the tow truck driver did some repair like thing. The car started after this. He told me, there was a problem with the remote starter or s… --- ## [DIY transmission swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-transmission-swap/88595)
**Author:** [@Bfrancis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bfrancis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-transmission-swap/88595 "2015-01-08T20:23:18Z")
I am contemplating trying to swap out a transmission in an 03 jetta 2.0 auto with a used scrapyard model. I have done the timing belt and water pump before, various radiators, starters, alternators before but never any… --- ## [Nissan says worry, Firestone say don't worry re "bearing scoring" - photo attached](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-says-worry-firestone-say-dont-worry-re-bearing-scoring-photo-attached/88578)
**Author:** [@ColoradoDave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColoradoDave)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-says-worry-firestone-say-dont-worry-re-bearing-scoring-photo-attached/88578 "2015-01-08T18:40:40Z")
I just had brakes redone at Nissan on a 2003 Pathfinder. Nissan said that when the last brake job was done (by Firestone), the bearings were overtightened causing "scoring" from friction. Nissan says there is a chance … --- ## [ABS Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-help/88592)
**Author:** [@galant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galant)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-help/88592 "2015-01-08T12:17:22Z")
This is for our '05 Toyota Camry with 125K miles on the ODO, has ABS but no TPMS. Around a few weeks ago the ABS light started flashing on start-up. Turned engine off and it went away. This has happened 3 times to far.… --- ## [When did Junkyard prices skyrocket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-did-junkyard-prices-skyrocket/88548)
**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 9:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-did-junkyard-prices-skyrocket/88548 "2015-01-08T09:59:46Z")
So I went to the Junky..... AHem.... Sorry, automotive recycling yard looking for a few things, and I was handed a price sheet when I went in the door. I almost fell over. 20 dollars for a used tire? Air filter 2.99?… --- ## [Heater not heating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-heating/88598)
**Author:** [@recless1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/recless1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 8:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-heating/88598 "2015-01-08T08:47:35Z")
I have a 2008 Chrysler Sebring Touring (Convertible). Recently, out of the blue, the heater quit supplying hot air. I took it to my local mechanic who 1) replaced the thermostat and 2) replaced the blend air door motor… --- ## [Timing belt warnings/check up before failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-warnings-check-up-before-failure/88546)
**Author:** [@RIMDToyota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RIMDToyota)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-warnings-check-up-before-failure/88546 "2015-01-08T07:19:55Z")
Thanks for participating on my discussion. I did search on this forum on the above subject. I did not find any hits, so I like to start this thread. As we have this timing belt as main piece in vehicle. I'm wondering t… --- ## [Could CV boot repair cause mount problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-cv-boot-repair-cause-mount-problems/88597)
**Author:** [@etor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/etor)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-cv-boot-repair-cause-mount-problems/88597 "2015-01-08T05:04:59Z")
I took my car in for a routine oil change and tire rotation. The mechanics told me that my CV boots were cracked and needed repair. I had it done then in addition to the rotation/oil change. When I was driving home, I … --- ## [1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mitsubishi-montero-sport/88599)
**Author:** [@Tortoise\_Racer\_59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tortoise_Racer_59)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mitsubishi-montero-sport/88599 "2015-01-08T04:36:03Z")
While driving my Montero sport last week, I began smelling a burning rubber smell from the air vents. At the same time I noticed, on the dashboard, that both the brake, and, battery indicators had lit up. There was no … --- ## [2002 Ford Escape Blown EGR Valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-escape-blown-egr-valve/88588)
**Author:** [@CMassey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CMassey)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2015, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-escape-blown-egr-valve/88588 "2015-01-08T02:36:00Z")
I will try to make this short but still involve all necessary information. I was driving on the highway last Wednesday when my cruise control went out and i couldnt drive over 25-30 mph, my check engine light did not com… --- ## [Radio installation in 1996 toyota camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-installation-in-1996-toyota-camry/88567)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2015, 11:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-installation-in-1996-toyota-camry/88567 "2015-01-07T11:17:55Z")
we bought a JVC stereo for my son's 1996 toyota camry. Now I am told we need some kind of a box unit and a harness to go with the harness that came with the radio. 2 questions 1. How hard is it to get the old radio out/ … --- ## [Heat smells but told heater core is OK - help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-smells-but-told-heater-core-is-ok-help/88591)
**Author:** [@JBP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JBP)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2015, 8:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-smells-but-told-heater-core-is-ok-help/88591 "2015-01-07T08:51:11Z")
Hi. My 97 Odyssey (200,000K) stinks when the heat is on - smells chemical-like, and a bit sweet. Plus there is lots of moisture inside. I know, I know, it sounds like a classic heater core leak, but I have had two mechan… --- ## [98 Infiniti Q45](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-infiniti-q45/88587)
**Author:** [@marthapalen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marthapalen)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2015, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-infiniti-q45/88587 "2015-01-07T03:46:41Z")
Car shakes at stop lights and tries to cut off, unless I put into neutral and keep my foot on gas peddle, What is causing this? Mechanic does not kjow what problem is. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1161) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1163)