# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1171 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1172 --- ## [2002 Ford Explorer Eating Starter Relays in Box on Firewall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-explorer-eating-starter-relays-in-box-on-firewall/88232)
**Author:** [@EdOtto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdOtto)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2014, 8:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-explorer-eating-starter-relays-in-box-on-firewall/88232 "2014-12-01T08:58:10Z")
Neighbor has a 2002 Ford Explorer. About three weeks ago it 'ate' a starter relay - one of the black cans in the box on the driver's fender. Replaced it, it ran fine for three weeks. HOWEVER, this week, owner drove it … --- ## [Body Work at Home](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-work-at-home/88212)
**Author:** [@Demo\_Beta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Demo_Beta)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2014, 6:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/body-work-at-home/88212 "2014-12-01T06:32:42Z")
I'm thinking about taking on a home repair of some "minor" body repair. The car is a 2003 Grand AM GT that has a cracked front bumper cover and bent driver's side fender. I found a replacement bumper at a local scrap y… --- ## [2010 Ford Escape Shifts Hard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-shifts-hard/88231)
**Author:** [@Shane253](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shane253)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2014, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-shifts-hard/88231 "2014-12-01T04:43:12Z")
My 2010 Ford Escape Shifts hard, but only first thing in the morning. After it warms up I doesn't seem to do it. It has 66,000 miles on it and and when this started I took it to a transmission shop and they flushed out… --- ## [Poor heat distribution in my 98 Acura 3.CL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-heat-distribution-in-my-98-acura-3-cl/87991)
**Author:** [@dude00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dude00)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2014, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-heat-distribution-in-my-98-acura-3-cl/87991 "2014-12-01T02:27:13Z")
Hey ya'll I just bought a used 98 Acura 3.0CL. I've noticed that when the heat is cranked, it doesn't blow hot at all. I did some quick research and came up with two answers thus far; check the antifreeze coolant and tha… --- ## [Tire rotation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/88217)
**Author:** [@nitram](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nitram)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/88217 "2014-11-30T21:08:25Z")
I seldomly rotate my tires, but I do check & measure wear, and will rotate if a noticeable difference in tread depth, which is very infrequently. --- ## [Car keeps dying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keeps-dying/88225)
**Author:** [@Krys1124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krys1124)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-keeps-dying/88225 "2014-11-30T20:37:20Z")
Im new to this site but thought I'd try and get some help. My father in law gave us a car to use so my husband can get back n forth to work. Recently it started dying on him while he was on the highway and we dont know w… --- ## [Emergency Brake Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-help/88221)
**Author:** [@sethmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sethmac)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-help/88221 "2014-11-30T12:30:24Z")
My mother-in-law moved my car and put the emergency brake on (2010 Santa Fe) when she got out. When I got into drive home, I drove about 10miles with it engaged (for some reason the light didn't indicate it was on). W… --- ## [Was my car sabotaged?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-car-sabotaged/88199)
**Author:** [@hgbiii](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hgbiii)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 9:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-car-sabotaged/88199 "2014-11-30T09:23:35Z")
I purchased a 125k mile 2005 Toyota Camry in good condition and with a good carfax history about 5 months ago. It was due for its second oil change since we've owned it so my wife took it in to a Meineke. After the car w… --- ## [03 F150 taking longer to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-f150-taking-longer-to-start/88210)
**Author:** [@Fender1325](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fender1325)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 9:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-f150-taking-longer-to-start/88210 "2014-11-30T09:14:54Z")
Occasionally my 2003 f150 takes longer to start than Id like. Lets say 2-3 seconds before it fires. It turns over plenty fast so Its not a battery crappin out. Runs great once it lights. I replaced the spark plugs b… --- ## [Bad engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-engine/88218)
**Author:** [@stevans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevans)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 9:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-engine/88218 "2014-11-30T09:00:48Z")
My husband was driving our 2013 nissan rogue and the engine light came on. Shortly afterwards the car began to smoke and stopped working. Oil is leaking out of the car and the oil pan needs to be replaced (looks like he … --- ## [~1994 ford F350 dump truck 4WD not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-f350-dump-truck-4wd-not-working/88201)
**Author:** [@minimn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minimn)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 8:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-f350-dump-truck-4wd-not-working/88201 "2014-11-30T08:13:52Z")
A relative just bought this truck used, took to shop they looked over were like this things is in good shape, saw nothing wrong with it. He decided to buy it, today went to plow snow found out the 4WD doesn't work. He sa… --- ## [Check Engine light --Nissan Frontier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-nissan-frontier/87826)
**Author:** [@jmg3761](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmg3761)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 6:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-nissan-frontier/87826 "2014-11-30T06:58:04Z")
I have a 2004 Nissan Frontier pickup that I bought used in 2012. Shortly after I purchased it the the check engine light came on, would go off and back on. Last year (before inspection) I hooked it to the diagnostic aut… --- ## [Tire rotation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/88213)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 6:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/88213 "2014-11-30T06:50:26Z")
Hey guys, how's it going? My last question about synthetic oil changes generated a lot of discussion. Next maintenance question is about tires . . . do you rotate your tires? And if so, how often? How do your do it? F… --- ## [98 chevy c1500 transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-c1500-transmission/88215)
**Author:** [@Alex86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alex86)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-c1500-transmission/88215 "2014-11-30T04:25:50Z")
I have a 98 chevy silverado extended cab has 5.7 350,and i think a 4L60E transmission. Driving around town my truck shifts fine, but when i get on the highway for a little while it will start jumping hard from 1st to 2nd… --- ## [Air Bags will not work in Winnebago after new seats installed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bags-will-not-work-in-winnebago-after-new-seats-installed/88214)
**Author:** [@RWH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RWH)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bags-will-not-work-in-winnebago-after-new-seats-installed/88214 "2014-11-30T04:16:17Z")
We recently purchased a used 2005 Winnebago motor home that is built on a Ford 450 cab and chassis. The previous owner had replaced the stock front seats with a pair of air ride Knoedler brand, for a more comfortable ri… --- ## [Tre pressure mismatch on the front](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tre-pressure-mismatch-on-the-front/88193)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2014, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tre-pressure-mismatch-on-the-front/88193 "2014-11-30T01:20:40Z")
On my vintage car, had the front tires were replaced about 5/6yrs ago. The right tire looses more air, as much as 5psi, than the left over time - is there a fix? It still has pretty good tread. The car only does about … --- ## [Adjusting base timing - Service Connector Vs Paper clip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-base-timing-service-connector-vs-paper-clip/86542)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-base-timing-service-connector-vs-paper-clip/86542 "2014-11-29T23:29:40Z")
1999 Acura Integra with 100k The base timing has not been adjusted since the car was made. Service Connector needs to be shorted before adjusting the timing. Here is the instruction: http://www.team-integra.net/forum… --- ## [Something glued to the Glass and Body - does not wash in hot/soapy water](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-glued-to-the-glass-and-body-does-not-wash-in-hot-soapy-water/86852)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-glued-to-the-glass-and-body-does-not-wash-in-hot-soapy-water/86852 "2014-11-29T23:27:30Z")
I suspect that it is gum from the tree - I don't park in the open or under a tree a lot - but it is glued to my car now Took it to a car wash (self serve) and used hot soapy water - could not remove it. What is the bes… --- ## [2001 honda civic no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-no-start/88194)
**Author:** [@skoalz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skoalz)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-no-start/88194 "2014-11-29T11:59:00Z")
have a 2001 honda civic 1.7 has new fuel pump ran good for a week now wont start is there any tsbs or recalls about this could it be a cam sensor or something im a nissan tech and only played with a couple hondas here an… --- ## [1998 Olds Intrigue Steering wheel locked(Need help)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-olds-intrigue-steering-wheel-locked-need-help/88198)
**Author:** [@KG14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KG14)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 10:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-olds-intrigue-steering-wheel-locked-need-help/88198 "2014-11-29T10:34:12Z")
Hi,here's the info,hope a few members can help me please:) Car 1998 Olds intrigue Engine 3.8 series II 160,000 KM Problem The Steering wheel won't move, I can start and drive the car forward/reverse but the wheel w… --- ## [77 Toyota Wont Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/77-toyota-wont-start/88196)
**Author:** [@Luke.d6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luke.d6)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 9:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/77-toyota-wont-start/88196 "2014-11-29T09:35:48Z")
So when turning the key there is no response or noises coming from the vehicle. The battery shows 12.3 volts. What are possible problems? We were also having new issues yesterday with the vehicle not getting enough power… --- ## [Montana winter tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/montana-winter-tires/88177)
**Author:** [@Tobinski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tobinski)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 9:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/montana-winter-tires/88177 "2014-11-29T09:25:30Z")
Hey all, wondering if anyone from the mountain west has thoughts on studded/unstudded snow tires. Benefits and disadvantages. My first winter here in Montana, and while I don't use my car a ton (mainly bike around the … --- ## [Zip ties instead of diff. plugs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zip-ties-instead-of-diff-plugs/88209)
**Author:** [@mystic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mystic)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 9:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/zip-ties-instead-of-diff-plugs/88209 "2014-11-29T09:06:33Z")
Hey guys, I've got a 98 Mazda Protégé (185k miles) up on jack stands so that I can remove the automatic transmission to gain access to the rear main oil seal on the engine block so it can be replaced because it's leak… --- ## [2001 Honda CR-V rear door lock issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-cr-v-rear-door-lock-issues/88202)
**Author:** [@minimn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minimn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 6:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-cr-v-rear-door-lock-issues/88202 "2014-11-29T06:50:07Z")
I have an 01 Honda CR-V i got from my parents about 5 yrs ago. They always had issues with this sometimes oiling it like every other month. sometimes that didn't even help. There is something that the lever that the hatc… --- ## [2007 Honda CRV purchase questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-crv-purchase-questions/88204)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2014, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-crv-purchase-questions/88204 "2014-11-29T06:17:29Z")
Car looks great inside and out, 99k miles. Oil looks a bit dark, tranny fluid a bit dark reddish (I don't know the original color of this type fluid) but not tarry and not smelly. Owner says it was changed once. This is … --- ## [Chamfered brake pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chamfered-brake-pads/88183)
**Author:** [@JuniorMint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuniorMint)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2014, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chamfered-brake-pads/88183 "2014-11-28T22:10:47Z")
I saw someone filing their new brake pads. I think it was on the leading and trailing edges, at 45 degrees, and only taking the height down by no more than 5-10%. I imagine this helps keep the pad flat on the rotor whils… --- ## [Factory CD Changer Help - 2005 Subaru Forester LL Bean edition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factory-cd-changer-help-2005-subaru-forester-ll-bean-edition/88084)
**Author:** [@Frumpy-Jones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frumpy-Jones)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2014, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factory-cd-changer-help-2005-subaru-forester-ll-bean-edition/88084 "2014-11-28T21:30:51Z")
Hi all. A few days ago I hit an icy patch and slid into a curb. Car is fine, but I think my Factory Radio (With 6 cd changer) got jostled to the point that I can't get cd's to play nor come out. This is a necessit… --- ## [After accident need a new (used) rear door for my Jeep Cherokee - where to source?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-accident-need-a-new-used-rear-door-for-my-jeep-cherokee-where-to-source/88157)
**Author:** [@ampnerd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ampnerd)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2014, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-accident-need-a-new-used-rear-door-for-my-jeep-cherokee-where-to-source/88157 "2014-11-28T06:52:21Z")
Had my first accident in over 20 years last night. Guy in a minivan slammed into me and buckled my rear passenger door beyond repair. Thing is technically he wasn't in the wrong so my insurance is not going to cover the … --- ## [2007 toyota hylander 90,000 maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-hylander-90-000-maintenance/88191)
**Author:** [@ciao](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ciao)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2014, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-hylander-90-000-maintenance/88191 "2014-11-28T04:32:12Z")
I have gotten a quote to do maintenance for $1193. this is from a repair place I have trusted and used in the past. They are stating I need to replace the timing belt (280)including timing belt water pump tensioner and a… --- ## [Maintaining Tire Pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintaining-tire-pressure/88179)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2014, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintaining-tire-pressure/88179 "2014-11-28T02:43:46Z")
Have Michellin tires - 4yrd old with 34k mileage - today Firestone gave me thread reading of 3 6 2 (front) and 2 7 1 (rear) Outer, Center and Inner, in that order. And tire pressure of 32 and 31 (rear) They tell me th… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1170) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1172)