# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1165 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1166 --- ## [Dealer "add-on" services. Are they a ripoff or desireable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-add-on-services-are-they-a-ripoff-or-desireable/88484)
**Author:** [@kyflyboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kyflyboy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2014, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-add-on-services-are-they-a-ripoff-or-desireable/88484 "2014-12-27T03:39:39Z")
My 2011 Honda CRV has a computer that tells me what and when servicing is required. I took it in for an oil change, and the dealer "highly recommends" I also have the differential fluid changed and the radiator flushed.… --- ## [OBD Code: P0743](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-p0743/88447)
**Author:** [@ksteed94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ksteed94)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2014, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-p0743/88447 "2014-12-27T01:47:25Z")
I have a 1997 Dodge Avenger ES that reads code P0743 Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid. I've replaced the transmission control module, and filter. I've called the Dodge dealership and asked if the new transmission control… --- ## [Lincoln Ls 2002 v6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-2002-v6/88472)
**Author:** [@vonte](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vonte)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2014, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-2002-v6/88472 "2014-12-27T00:44:18Z")
I purchased a new battery yesterday because the old one went dead. The car has been sitting for a month, upon completion of installing the battery, I cranked the car but it wouldn't turn over. Could any provide some usef… --- ## [Broken radiator plug inside the radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-radiator-plug-inside-the-radiator/88467)
**Author:** [@Small-steps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Small-steps)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2014, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-radiator-plug-inside-the-radiator/88467 "2014-12-26T12:41:23Z")
Hi Everyone, Whilst flushing the radiator the drain plug snapped in half and is now inside the actual radiator. It's not screwed on the threads but inside the valley. I got a replacement plug, but I'm a little worried ab… --- ## [Problem with Volvo V70 SE ……. Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-volvo-v70-se-help/88478)
**Author:** [@Vezelma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vezelma)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2014, 9:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-volvo-v70-se-help/88478 "2014-12-26T09:51:09Z")
Merry Christmas This is a long post…. I apologize for the length. I need help, please. The following has happened to me when driving our V70 SE this week…. Let me warn you that I do not know much about mechanics but int… --- ## [Any tips for changing head gasket on 1990 jeep 4.0?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-tips-for-changing-head-gasket-on-1990-jeep-4-0/88426)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2014, 9:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-tips-for-changing-head-gasket-on-1990-jeep-4-0/88426 "2014-12-26T09:36:05Z")
see title of thread.... --- ## [Any recommendations for temporary fix for a broken serpentine belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-recommendations-for-temporary-fix-for-a-broken-serpentine-belt/88480)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2014, 9:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-recommendations-for-temporary-fix-for-a-broken-serpentine-belt/88480 "2014-12-26T09:21:55Z")
I thought I'd heard of someone using an old pair of panty-hose for a temporary fix, once, long ago. Your thoughts? --- ## [Focus Hatchback issue. Help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-hatchback-issue-help/88481)
**Author:** [@Pseudanthia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pseudanthia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2014, 5:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-hatchback-issue-help/88481 "2014-12-26T05:17:11Z")
I have a 2007 ford focus. The hatchback door recently stopped opening with either the dashboard button or the remote button. It will only open with the key. When I press either button, nothing happens, no click or anythi… --- ## [Front tires making "womp womp" noise, NOT due to tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-tires-making-womp-womp-noise-not-due-to-tires/88385)
**Author:** [@ollee32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ollee32)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-tires-making-womp-womp-noise-not-due-to-tires/88385 "2014-12-25T22:09:51Z")
I have a 2007 Honda CRV with about 85k miles. Always had a lot of road noise, but recently my husband and dad road with me and were very concerned about a "womp, womp" noise in the tires. It matches the revolution of the… --- ## [Honda Civic / heater issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-heater-issues/88021)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-heater-issues/88021 "2014-12-25T06:29:32Z")
Daughter in laws car, 2003 Civic, ~180,000 miles. Previously had overheat problems, replaced head gasket, timing belt, water pump, thermostat and hoses (+ a few other things) No longer over heating, but there is no heat… --- ## [Physics explanation of why air in cooling system causes heater not to work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/physics-explanation-of-why-air-in-cooling-system-causes-heater-not-to-work/88463)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 6:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/physics-explanation-of-why-air-in-cooling-system-causes-heater-not-to-work/88463 "2014-12-25T06:10:39Z")
I was listening to the first part of last weekend's show today via podcast, and one of the first callers had a problem with no heat in their car's passenger compartment. It is a pretty interesting call, as the caller s… --- ## [Lube oil or a punch in the head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lube-oil-or-a-punch-in-the-head/88462)
**Author:** [@geo\_mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geo_mac)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lube-oil-or-a-punch-in-the-head/88462 "2014-12-25T05:48:20Z")
I brought my car back to a shop in Maine, after brake work was done, including state inspection. The front wheel had nearly come off at highway speed, and I wanted to speak to them about this. They had trouble with a new… --- ## [04 PT cuiser sqeeking/08 Sky collecting dust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pt-cuiser-sqeeking-08-sky-collecting-dust/88437)
**Author:** [@Nina\_Bean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nina_Bean)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pt-cuiser-sqeeking-08-sky-collecting-dust/88437 "2014-12-25T04:17:38Z")
Hi first time posting...I have two cars and two questions. First my PT cruiser is squeaking when I brake AND turn not just when I brake or just when I turn, but brake AND turn usually over a couple of small bumps like a… --- ## [14, 15 or 16" wheels?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/14-15-or-16-wheels/88440)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2014, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/14-15-or-16-wheels/88440 "2014-12-25T02:29:09Z")
My 97 Nissan PU will need new tires in the near future. It has the factory alloy 14" wheels, but good tires are hard to come by. Tirerack only has three to choose from, one of those is a winter tire that I don't need a… --- ## [Accord Door Actuator Keeps Failing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-door-actuator-keeps-failing/88466)
**Author:** [@Azmaveth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Azmaveth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2014, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-door-actuator-keeps-failing/88466 "2014-12-24T19:52:32Z")
10 months ago I purchased a 2007 Accord with a bad driver's door lock actuator. I replaced it myself 5 months ago, and when I did so, I discovered that it had been previously replaced, at least once. A month ago it went … --- ## [Spun bearing? maybe something else?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spun-bearing-maybe-something-else/88458)
**Author:** [@blopez96](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blopez96)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2014, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spun-bearing-maybe-something-else/88458 "2014-12-24T11:15:22Z")
Today i went to get gas and my car wpuldnt start. For a few dasy i have been hearing a slight knocking sound and when i stepped on the gas it seemed to get a little louder and faster. Then a couple days after that starte… --- ## [Mercedes 300CE rough idle - supplement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-300ce-rough-idle-supplement/88461)
**Author:** [@H.D](https://community.cartalk.com/u/H.D)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2014, 9:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-300ce-rough-idle-supplement/88461 "2014-12-24T09:13:21Z")
@db4690 @insightful @ok4450 @the same mountainbike @wesw … Since you guys assisted me so pleasantly in my thread “Mercedes 300CE rough idle” about half a year ago, I want to give you guys some feedback. As you proba… --- ## [Engine moved back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-moved-back/88454)
**Author:** [@Dannyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dannyy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2014, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-moved-back/88454 "2014-12-24T02:19:27Z")
I had a small wreck Tuesday night my front end slammedd into the wall engine was untouched but however i did notice it was moved back a little, could it harm it in in any way ? Whats some stuff i should check before i tu… --- ## [The Mother of all locking lug, broken key , socket stuck, driver broken off in it - problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mother-of-all-locking-lug-broken-key-socket-stuck-driver-broken-off-in-it-problems/88445)
**Author:** [@Carazy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carazy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mother-of-all-locking-lug-broken-key-socket-stuck-driver-broken-off-in-it-problems/88445 "2014-12-23T22:11:06Z")
Hello all, The mechanic, when removing a wheel , used an airgun set to screw on and stripped the McGard lock " tooth " off the key so it was stuck inside the groove on the lug. Ok looked up how to get it of… --- ## [Purolator filter problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purolator-filter-problems/88273)
**Author:** [@jdmere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdmere)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purolator-filter-problems/88273 "2014-12-23T21:56:09Z")
I've recently come across a few threads on some boards with people complaining that Purolator filters are experiencing problems with holes in the media which severely compromises their ability to filter the oil. Has any… --- ## [Different coolant types and which is best?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-coolant-types-and-which-is-best/88422)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-coolant-types-and-which-is-best/88422 "2014-12-23T20:32:32Z")
It seems that coolant is getting to be like oil where everyone has an opinion. There are now so many types/colors of the stuff and people all have their idea of what is best. I personally have been flushing mine and r… --- ## [Fram HM series Oil Filters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fram-hm-series-oil-filters/88455)
**Author:** [@mtbnest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mtbnest)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fram-hm-series-oil-filters/88455 "2014-12-23T13:38:23Z")
Today was quarterly oil filter shopping day at Wal-Mart and I decided to try the new Fram HM (High Mileage) type oil filter, which, according to the package, releases synthetic additives into your engine oil to help prol… --- ## [Car is slow to crank over when starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-slow-to-crank-over-when-starting/88415)
**Author:** [@SPEx8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SPEx8)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 6:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-slow-to-crank-over-when-starting/88415 "2014-12-23T06:10:07Z")
I have a 2007 Dodge Charger. Battery light came on, I had AAA come out to me to test everything because I didn't want to be stranded just in case the car died while I was out doing errands. So I waited for the guy, and… --- ## [Why didn't they fix it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-didnt-they-fix-it/88442)
**Author:** [@tirespider](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tirespider)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2014, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-didnt-they-fix-it/88442 "2014-12-23T05:07:46Z")
What's my recourse if the repair shop knew of rusted fuel/brake lines but never mentioned it? They were told to do all neccesary repairs and never even mention this problem, much less worked on it. I know this because … --- ## [Camry Engine Repalcement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-engine-repalcement/88443)
**Author:** [@RIMDToyota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RIMDToyota)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-engine-repalcement/88443 "2014-12-22T20:23:01Z")
I am looking for engine replacement estimates for 1999 Toyota Camry 2.2 engine (4 cylinders ). 1) Will the labor hours remains same for used or reman engines? 2) What will be the variation? 3) What is price range f… --- ## [Seized Fuel Tank Breather Connector](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seized-fuel-tank-breather-connector/88441)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seized-fuel-tank-breather-connector/88441 "2014-12-22T19:21:25Z")
I'm trying to disconnect the fuel tank breather tube connector from a 1999 Plymouth Voyager 3.8L van. It is all seized with rust. I'm thinking ordinarily I would use a release tool like those plastic inserts used to dis… --- ## [Oil filter chaneg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-chaneg/88439)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-chaneg/88439 "2014-12-22T18:08:24Z")
So would I benefit from a filter change every 3000 miles and oil change at 6000? Would it make any difference? Rocketman --- ## [Variable valve timing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/variable-valve-timing/88438)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 10:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/variable-valve-timing/88438 "2014-12-22T10:53:21Z")
So how does variable valve timing actually work? Like V-TEC Honda or VVT-i Toyota? Is it working the camshaft or something actually with each valve? Just wondering. Rocketman --- ## [ECM means time limit to Nissan ownership?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecm-means-time-limit-to-nissan-ownership/88420)
**Author:** [@nissbg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nissbg)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2014, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecm-means-time-limit-to-nissan-ownership/88420 "2014-12-22T06:08:52Z")
I've had my Nissan Sentra for 10 years and it's in excellent shape...that is until last summer. After the "Service Engine" light came on, a visit to the dealership resulted in my O2 sensor being replaced. After the "Serv… --- ## [Tune up problem!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-problem/88377)
**Author:** [@Ironic5Dave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ironic5Dave)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2014, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up-problem/88377 "2014-12-21T22:02:35Z")
I just got new parts replaced in my car and I thought it would run way better but it seems to run worse. I took it in to a mechanics shop that I new. I have a 1990 Honda Civic Si Hatchback and before I he replaced new pa… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1164) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1166)