# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=117 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 118 --- ## [2007 Honda CR-V - D light flashes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-d-light-flashes/188286)
**Author:** [@zvonko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zvonko)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-d-light-flashes/188286 "2023-01-06T18:07:50Z")
I have the same problem for the HONDA CR-V 2007 that the light D is flashing. What could be the problem or is it just a problem with the light and its contact? --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback - 4 tires!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-4-tires/126968)
**Author:** [@Keith15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith15)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-4-tires/126968 "2023-01-06T17:19:40Z")
I purchased a new 2017 Outback 2.5 AWD. I just found out that if one tire needs replacement all must be replaced. I don’t like this. I had 2 tires replace once on my old Honda, but no requirement for all 4. What can … --- ## [Is there a way to remove key from key fob of 2021 Corolla?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-remove-key-from-key-fob-of-2021-corolla/188179)
**Author:** [@nickc498](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nickc498)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-remove-key-from-key-fob-of-2021-corolla/188179 "2023-01-06T16:35:45Z")
I just rented a vehicle because my personal car was in an accident. Is there a way to remove the key from the fob without damaging anything? I don’t like carrying a fob around. It doesnt easily appear to easily out lik… --- ## [2017 Mazda CX-5 - Camera issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-cx-5-camera-issues/188330)
**Author:** [@JamesGallant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesGallant)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-cx-5-camera-issues/188330 "2023-01-06T12:28:15Z")
I have a 2017 Mazda CX-5 grand touring that the forward camera is not showing up on the heads up display. All other warning signals are working. I had the warning one time but not since. Do I replace the camera. How … --- ## [2013 Honda CR-V - Reduced mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-reduced-mileage/188067)
**Author:** [@JohnB.TenEyck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnB.TenEyck)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2023, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-reduced-mileage/188067 "2023-01-06T00:22:22Z")
I was getting 30+ mpg…now down to 22 mpg…I had new tires, replaced the CRV and spark APLUGS…Added a pint of ATV that they missed on the oil change… --- ## [Starter Help 2017 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-help-2017-accord/188319)
**Author:** [@Nikko9009\_183607](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nikko9009_183607)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2023, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-help-2017-accord/188319 "2023-01-05T23:32:19Z")
Hello, I am new to this forum and started an account for an issue i am having and hoping somebody here has an idea of whats going on. I can not describe how much i would appreciate guidance. I replaced the starter in my… --- ## [2015 Ford Fiesta - Won't start - Usual suspects all check out good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fiesta-wont-start-usual-suspects-all-check-out-good/188323)
**Author:** [@Lsears](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lsears)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2023, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fiesta-wont-start-usual-suspects-all-check-out-good/188323 "2023-01-05T23:08:28Z")
Won’t turn over Alternatior good battery good Starter good --- ## [2017 Honda Ridgeline - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-ridgeline-wont-start/188327)
**Author:** [@karlSielski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karlSielski)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-ridgeline-wont-start/188327 "2023-01-05T22:46:29Z")
when i go to start my ridgeline press the start button and accessory mode comes on the dash, and no start. changed the brake light switch, no help, any ideas thanks --- ## [2015 Toyota Highlander - slow leak options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-highlander-slow-leak-options/188304)
**Author:** [@MaryW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryW)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2023, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-highlander-slow-leak-options/188304 "2023-01-04T22:54:24Z")
Bought new. I was told that I have a slow engine oil leak coming from the timing cover. I have 66557 miles on the car. Dealer quoted estimate around $5000 ( 20 hours labor + parts + taxes). I decided not to have it d… --- ## [How long do repairs for this kind of damage take?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-do-repairs-for-this-kind-of-damage-take/188172)
**Author:** [@vaydrioness\_183446](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vaydrioness_183446)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2023, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-do-repairs-for-this-kind-of-damage-take/188172 "2023-01-04T18:23:53Z")
I recently got into an accident and my car is currently being seen at the shop and looked over to analyze the damage and get an estimate. Admittedly, I have no experience with this sort of thing. The visible damage so fa… --- ## [Toyota Yaris iA 2018 Trunk Latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-yaris-ia-2018-trunk-latch/188272)
**Author:** [@jkhloomis\_183576](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkhloomis_183576)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-yaris-ia-2018-trunk-latch/188272 "2023-01-03T23:34:34Z")
Hello, We recently had a small accident with our Yaris iA 2018. Someone bumped into the back of the car while going very slow. While it didn’t do any major cosmetic damage, it dislodged something on our trunk latch. The… --- ## [Slight negative camber in back left tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-negative-camber-in-back-left-tire/188281)
**Author:** [@tayowahn7\_183590](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tayowahn7_183590)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-negative-camber-in-back-left-tire/188281 "2023-01-03T22:57:12Z")
I just now realized my car has a slight camber in the back left tire and has had it for a few months after reviewing some pictures. Is it worth taking into the shop as someone who doesn’t have a lot of money to spend? … --- ## [2018 Honda CR-V - Visor lube didn't help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-visor-lube-didnt-help/188298)
**Author:** [@Gunny56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gunny56)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-visor-lube-didnt-help/188298 "2023-01-03T22:15:56Z")
Since new, the drivers side visor will not close up completely and is difficult to move, even after dry lubricant applied. I read where someone had the same problem and the dealer replaced the visor but the problem retur… --- ## [Repair instructions curiosity: Corolla water-pump vs timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-instructions-curiosity-corolla-water-pump-vs-timing-belt/188173)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-instructions-curiosity-corolla-water-pump-vs-timing-belt/188173 "2023-01-03T20:58:15Z")
Early 90’s Corolla. The factory service instruction for replacing the timing belt vs the water pump are similar in the need to raise the engine above the normal mount height for access; but for the water pump they say t… --- ## [1993 Nissan Pathfinder RPM issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-nissan-pathfinder-rpm-issue/188200)
**Author:** [@hectorhermida](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hectorhermida)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-nissan-pathfinder-rpm-issue/188200 "2023-01-03T20:16:20Z")
Engine raises and lowers between 1500 and 2000 rpms. --- ## [2021 Buick Avenir - Windows go down on their own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-buick-avenir-windows-go-down-on-their-own/188236)
**Author:** [@PG43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PG43)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-buick-avenir-windows-go-down-on-their-own/188236 "2023-01-03T16:26:13Z")
Having issues where we go out and all the windows are down? Anyone else have this happen? --- ## [2012 Buick LaCrosse - Check engine light wasn't kidding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-check-engine-light-wasnt-kidding/188251)
**Author:** [@ca.rob1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ca.rob1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-check-engine-light-wasnt-kidding/188251 "2023-01-03T15:50:21Z")
My engine light came on last month but I didn’t notice anything until Christmas Eve I was coming home when my car warmed up then it stalled out. I tried starting it up but there was nothing. A few hours later it cooled… --- ## [2011 Kia Sportage - Bluetooth quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sportage-bluetooth-quit/188229)
**Author:** [@Andrea46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrea46)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sportage-bluetooth-quit/188229 "2023-01-03T15:11:37Z")
My bluetooth on my Kia stopped working a few days ago, said pairing failed when I tried through my phone then tried pairing again didn’t work, won’t let me pair. car display says: Passcode: 0000 called Kia and they thi… --- ## [Good thing my mind is slipping I guess](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-thing-my-mind-is-slipping-i-guess/188249)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-thing-my-mind-is-slipping-i-guess/188249 "2023-01-03T04:55:57Z")
Cleaning out my car yesterday, went to open the trunk but I pulled the hood release instead. I thought well I’ll check the oil since it’s open. Level was down half a quart in 1800 miles. Never had to add more than a few … --- ## [Help! Scrap or repair?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-scrap-or-repair/188196)
**Author:** [@sarahwilkins21\_183534](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarahwilkins21_183534)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-scrap-or-repair/188196 "2023-01-03T01:53:23Z")
Our Honda Civic 2009 is currently sat on the forecourt of the local garage until we decide whether to spend money or scrap it! We’ve been told it needs a new radiator and coils which will cost around £950, but that they… --- ## [2005 Toyota Camry - Jack stand advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-jack-stand-advice/188261)
**Author:** [@terryj296](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terryj296)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2023, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-jack-stand-advice/188261 "2023-01-03T01:38:28Z")
My son has a 2005 camry. His car jack is really old/unsafe. I want to buy him a good, safe one that isn’t horribly expensive. Also, do i need to buy jack stands too? Does the jack stand itself and the jack stands need to… --- ## [Frozen slush in oil/external leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-slush-in-oil-external-leak/188112)
**Author:** [@calhoon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/calhoon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2023, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-slush-in-oil-external-leak/188112 "2023-01-02T23:12:02Z")
Our 2017 equinox had a puddle of oil underneath it and the dipstick looks dry. Sort of. There is crap on the dipstick as well as on the oil cap that looks like little chunks of frost/frozen sludge. Almost was like if you… --- ## [04 Ford Fiesta - Overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-fiesta-overheating/188269)
**Author:** [@dainabrolly\_183580](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dainabrolly_183580)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2023, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-fiesta-overheating/188269 "2023-01-02T22:26:43Z")
Hi there, looking for advice on what could be wrong with my car. Old car so trying to figure out if worth fixing it. 60k on the clock EML on Severe coolant loss (having to top up antifreeze every drive, internal leakag… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Traverse - Brake issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-traverse-brake-issues/188263)
**Author:** [@terry58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terry58)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2023, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-traverse-brake-issues/188263 "2023-01-02T17:10:05Z")
breaks will not work until my car worms up --- ## [2010 Honda CR-V - Bad O2 sensor work arounds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-bad-o2-sensor-work-arounds/187996)
**Author:** [@Trish54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trish54)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2023, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-bad-o2-sensor-work-arounds/187996 "2023-01-01T03:04:06Z")
Will a bad O2 sensor reduce my fuel economy by 20 percent? More than a catalytic converter? --- ## [2009 Scion xD - Mounting repair costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-scion-xd-mounting-repair-costs/188214)
**Author:** [@kathleen13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kathleen13)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2023, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-scion-xd-mounting-repair-costs/188214 "2023-01-01T02:00:13Z")
My toyota scion xd blew. a week later i had it towed to a repair shop in oregon and they removed the head gasket and a month later called me and said the motor had totally rusted up and they had no idea why. They were … --- ## [Getting water spots off glass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-water-spots-off-glass/188241)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2022, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-water-spots-off-glass/188241 "2022-12-31T23:37:37Z")
A while back, someone asked about the best way to get water spots off their glass. I had suggested using steel wool or a razor blade and that got quite a few comments about scratching the glass. I did not defend my com… --- ## [2013 Toyota Venza - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-venza-oil-consumption/188202)
**Author:** [@Jay04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jay04)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2022, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-venza-oil-consumption/188202 "2022-12-31T18:13:06Z")
excessive oil consumption. --- ## [What is proper way to check ball joint on Ford Crown Victoria?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-proper-way-to-check-ball-joint-on-ford-crown-victoria/188227)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2022, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-proper-way-to-check-ball-joint-on-ford-crown-victoria/188227 "2022-12-31T17:00:59Z")
Here is the question: What is the proper way to check for ball joint wear on a car like Ford Crown Victoria, which has upper and lower A-arm suspension. The spring and the shock absorber are made into a single strut uni… --- ## [2004 Chrysler Pacifica - It wasn't the battery, alternator or fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-pacifica-it-wasnt-the-battery-alternator-or-fuel-pump/188212)
**Author:** [@Medley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Medley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2022, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-pacifica-it-wasnt-the-battery-alternator-or-fuel-pump/188212 "2022-12-30T21:55:09Z")
new battery, new alternator. Turns over strong, but no cylinders are firing. Changed fuel pump relay and it fired up for 1 day. Exchanged fuel pump relays again with no positive results. Is this a ground issue? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=116) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=118)