# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1184 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1185 --- ## [A bent crossmember and holding up the transfer case/transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bent-crossmember-and-holding-up-the-transfer-case-transmission/87707)
**Author:** [@Yams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yams)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bent-crossmember-and-holding-up-the-transfer-case-transmission/87707 "2014-10-18T18:56:59Z")
So I recently bought a truck with a leak between the tranny and the transfer case. The guy said is was a seal issue (should have looked closer), anyway turns out it wasn't. At one point, someone hit a rock and bent the c… --- ## [1983 Jeep CJ7](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-jeep-cj7/87699)
**Author:** [@BudJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BudJ)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 8:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-jeep-cj7/87699 "2014-10-18T08:22:47Z")
I have a 1983 CJ7 258 inline 6 Mechanic says coil is only discharging 12 volts on release of the key. It takes so long to crank that the battery ends up dying. Carburetor has been overhauled, gas tank and fuel lines have… --- ## [07 Accord won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-accord-wont-start/87698)
**Author:** [@jmarion88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmarion88)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 8:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-accord-wont-start/87698 "2014-10-18T08:20:28Z")
Hello all: My 07 Accord V6 won't turn over. Brand new battery showing 12.5 volts, and I checked all the fuses. All other electrical is in working condition. Had the wife turn the key while I tapped on the starter with no… --- ## [What to do when the cost far exceeds the estimate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-the-cost-far-exceeds-the-estimate/87595)
**Author:** [@owenperk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/owenperk)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-the-cost-far-exceeds-the-estimate/87595 "2014-10-18T05:44:54Z")
I took my car to Cottman's Tuesday with leaking clutch fluid. I was told both the master and slave cylinder were leaking and needed to be replaced for a total of $325. They ordered the parts and I brought my car back t… --- ## [IAC Valve/Throttle body cleaning - Proper technical term?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iac-valve-throttle-body-cleaning-proper-technical-term/87692)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iac-valve-throttle-body-cleaning-proper-technical-term/87692 "2014-10-18T04:27:57Z")
Car is 2000 Corolla with 60k miles that sometimes has a low idle (sometimes) when driven for the first 15 minutes early morning. Especially when accessories turn on, the RPM drop suddenly to 600 and recovers to 623 then … --- ## [Mazda 626 yr 2001](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-626-yr-2001/87702)
**Author:** [@dldelzer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dldelzer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-626-yr-2001/87702 "2014-10-18T04:07:17Z")
when the car is idling or running in low speed when i power up or down the windows the car begins to vibrate. ANY ideas? --- ## [Air condition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-condition/87704)
**Author:** [@dionysius](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dionysius)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-condition/87704 "2014-10-18T03:37:56Z")
I have a 2004 Camry. My wife cam home the other day and said nothing works on the heater a/c panel. Itried it anshe was correct. I check the owners manual ans saw ther are 2 fuse locations one has a 10 A and the other a … --- ## [05 civic running hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-civic-running-hot/87703)
**Author:** [@Hcivic8806](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hcivic8806)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-civic-running-hot/87703 "2014-10-18T03:30:32Z")
So my civic has been running hot this week. Had plenty of antifreeze. Oil.changes and tuneup are up to date. Started running hot monday so I went ahead and changed the radiator cap and replaced the thermostat. Still ru… --- ## [Jeep Starts on its Own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-starts-on-its-own/87606)
**Author:** [@Leprechaun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leprechaun)\ **Replies:** 91\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2014, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-starts-on-its-own/87606 "2014-10-18T02:50:24Z")
Just bought a 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0 Auto trans. Love it so far and it is helping me learn about auto repair.... that said... I think I have an interesting problem... The other morning my jeep wouldn't start. Pow… --- ## [My car has a stuttering problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-has-a-stuttering-problem/87697)
**Author:** [@LeahTN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeahTN)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-has-a-stuttering-problem/87697 "2014-10-17T21:12:04Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Element and she'll be rolling over 200K miles later this year. Ellie runs great except for one odd little quirk and she's done it since I bought her, a year and a half ago. As I am accelerating, … --- ## [Liquid spilled onto gear shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/liquid-spilled-onto-gear-shift/87696)
**Author:** [@Marti\_J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marti_J)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/liquid-spilled-onto-gear-shift/87696 "2014-10-17T18:42:11Z")
While a friend was using my 2003 Nissan Sentra evidently a child spilled a sugary drink onto the gear shift console without my friend realizing it. The car sat for 2 weeks in the Sept. heat. When I drove it for the fir… --- ## [Damaged Water Pump and Timing Cover Cause Coolant Burn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damaged-water-pump-and-timing-cover-cause-coolant-burn/87694)
**Author:** [@Demo\_Beta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Demo_Beta)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damaged-water-pump-and-timing-cover-cause-coolant-burn/87694 "2014-10-17T17:06:54Z")
3800 V6 As the title states, could a damaged water pump and cracked timing cover/gasket allow coolant to get into an area of combustion? Or, is this evidence of something more serious? The timing cover has coolant ch… --- ## [97 yukon 5.7L](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-yukon-5-7l/87685)
**Author:** [@celticwild](https://community.cartalk.com/u/celticwild)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 9:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-yukon-5-7l/87685 "2014-10-17T09:13:39Z")
I have a no spark no fuel situation. But my check engine light does not come on and my clock does not work. My turn signals dont work on the dash and the bulbs. But my hazerds work fine. --- ## [Intermittent Ignition Timing Problem - 1989 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-ignition-timing-problem-1989-honda-civic/87693)
**Author:** [@HelpMeFixIt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HelpMeFixIt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 8:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-ignition-timing-problem-1989-honda-civic/87693 "2014-10-17T08:34:21Z")
From a cold start, my '89 Civic starts and runs just fine - on a short trip. If I shut it off for 15 minutes and let it sit, then try to restart it, it cranks REALLY slow, misfires and won't start (like the cylinders ar… --- ## [Overheating Question - Help Me with my Logic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-question-help-me-with-my-logic/87690)
**Author:** [@sethmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sethmac)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 7:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-question-help-me-with-my-logic/87690 "2014-10-17T07:41:26Z")
Need some clarity on how I fixed an overheating problem: My truck started overheating and I immediately pulled over, let it cool down and got it back home. I checked the reservoir and it appeared to be empty (I have … --- ## [1997](https://community.cartalk.com/t/topic/87683)
**Author:** [@kennyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennyman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/topic/87683 "2014-10-17T07:21:32Z")
Sometimes when I try to start it it clicks and I loose all power , but when quick tern key 2,3,4 times it will start but then I need to feather gas till I can get it to idle. This happens first start of the day or cold. … --- ## [Hit a Huge Hole](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-a-huge-hole/87618)
**Author:** [@Demo\_Beta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Demo_Beta)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-a-huge-hole/87618 "2014-10-17T06:28:44Z")
So, I hit a huge "pot hole" last night on a road that was being repaired. What I do know is that my alignment is totally jacked (steering wheel is cocked 45 degrees to the left to stay straight), but now when I turn ri… --- ## [Dodge Caravan 1999 windshield fogging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-1999-windshield-fogging/87579)
**Author:** [@dodgejim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dodgejim)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2014, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-1999-windshield-fogging/87579 "2014-10-17T05:26:33Z")
I drive two 1999 Caravans, a base model and a Sport. With both I have a persistent problem with moisture in the heating/cooling system. When I turn it on, it smells and feels moist (not like coolant), heat or A/C, summer… --- ## [Suzuki Escudo 4 x 4 Diesel - 1997](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-escudo-4-x-4-diesel-1997/87676)
**Author:** [@Daniele5559](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniele5559)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-escudo-4-x-4-diesel-1997/87676 "2014-10-16T21:48:50Z")
Hello out there, I have a strange car. It was made only for 1 year in Japan only. This car was exported to the Caribbeans and I bought it. Many of the parts I need for it are exchangeable with Mitsubishi parts. I r… --- ## [Ignition Lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-lock/87691)
**Author:** [@Jarro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jarro)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-lock/87691 "2014-10-16T20:25:54Z")
I have a 2002 Saab 9-3. I tried starting it this morning but the key won't move from the locked position at all! What should I do? The steering wheel doesn't seem to be locked and I had the battery changed not to long ag… --- ## [Automatic - Trans Flush vs Exchange and smell question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-trans-flush-vs-exchange-and-smell-question/87664)
**Author:** [@Jcrampton94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jcrampton94)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-trans-flush-vs-exchange-and-smell-question/87664 "2014-10-16T17:54:09Z")
In the debate between which one should be performed, Mazda 3 2010 2.0 automatic - Owners manual doesn't recommend a service interval on the transfluid Mileage is 117k driven it since new, Its about 50% Highway/15% Rural… --- ## [Subaru Outback overheating but not overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-overheating-but-not-overheating/87651)
**Author:** [@Lemaru](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lemaru)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-overheating-but-not-overheating/87651 "2014-10-16T11:24:09Z")
I have a 2008 Subaru Outback that is telling me that it is overheating, the gauge is showing me that the engine is as hot as it could possibly get. However, its not actually overheating. It happened after a 15 hour day … --- ## [2004 Subaru Forester POS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-forester-pos/87679)
**Author:** [@74Bug](https://community.cartalk.com/u/74Bug)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 9:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-forester-pos/87679 "2014-10-16T09:09:10Z")
I have a 2004 Subaru Forester - POS - though I shouldn't complain it has 180K without any major repairs. Its just driving me nuts right now with the scrapping and squeaking noise from the front driver's side wheel. I pu… --- ## [BCM Location?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-location/87678)
**Author:** [@youdunnojack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/youdunnojack)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-location/87678 "2014-10-16T08:39:10Z")
I have a 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan that I'm having electrical issues with. It was suggested that I check out connections to/replace the BCM, but after looking on the web and in my Haynes manual, I still can't figure out w… --- ## [1998 Toyota Camry - Air leak between master cylinder and brake booster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-camry-air-leak-between-master-cylinder-and-brake-booster/87671)
**Author:** [@RichDIY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichDIY)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 7:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-camry-air-leak-between-master-cylinder-and-brake-booster/87671 "2014-10-16T07:41:15Z")
There is an air leak and hissing sound at the connection of the master cylinder to the brake booster. Brake pedal travels nearly to the floorboard before engaging the brake. What is the problem and how can I fix it my… --- ## [Ignition Coils](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coils/87658)
**Author:** [@PatriciaGK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatriciaGK)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 6:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-coils/87658 "2014-10-16T06:48:53Z")
My husband's 2001 Buck LeSabre had an ignition module and one ignition coil replaced in March. Yesterday, the car broke down, and the mechanic told us that the new ignition coil shorted out the other two coils. Is this b… --- ## [1990 Dodge Grand Caravan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-dodge-grand-caravan/87612)
**Author:** [@youdunnojack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/youdunnojack)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-dodge-grand-caravan/87612 "2014-10-16T03:19:34Z")
A few months ago, my van started jerking after about 45 minutes on the freeway. When it started jerking, the check engine light came on and the windshield wipers would come on just once. If I ignored it and kept driving,… --- ## [Tranmission out on a 2008](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranmission-out-on-a-2008/87673)
**Author:** [@skegee87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skegee87)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranmission-out-on-a-2008/87673 "2014-10-16T03:18:48Z")
AUGH! Dealer says my Mercedes Benz 2008, with 50,000 mil needs a new transmission to the tune of 6,000. After short distance driving and regular maintenance is this possible? a fluke? or what? Just need some advice … --- ## [The battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-battery/87662)
**Author:** [@Kjeep95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kjeep95)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2014, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-battery/87662 "2014-10-16T01:42:32Z")
Can a person jump a totally dead battery that has been drained over night because the door was a jar? Or should a person charge the dead battery with a battery charger first? What are the risk to a perfectly brand knew b… --- ## [99 VW Jetta - won't start. Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-jetta-wont-start-help/87674)
**Author:** [@Acbtico](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acbtico)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2014, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-jetta-wont-start-help/87674 "2014-10-15T23:44:43Z")
Hello, My son has a 99 VW Jetta. His car won't start. We checked the battery and starter. Everything is working - lights, power windows, AC... The remote does not unlock or lock the doors. It has to be done manually … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1183) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=1185)