# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=135 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 136 --- ## [2009 Suzuki SX4 - O2 sensor issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-suzuki-sx4-o2-sensor-issues/186624)
**Author:** [@Claudia40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Claudia40)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2022, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-suzuki-sx4-o2-sensor-issues/186624 "2022-09-30T21:56:53Z")
Has anyone figured out what to use to protect the O2 sensor (I believe it’s the downstream one) from getting anything liquid dripped on it? My sensor keeps going bad and I figured if anyone else had this problem that the… --- ## [2021 Subaru Outback - anybody got battery problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-subaru-outback-anybody-got-battery-problems/186622)
**Author:** [@shaker44120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shaker44120)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2022, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-subaru-outback-anybody-got-battery-problems/186622 "2022-09-30T21:32:55Z")
do you have trouble with 2021 Outback battery drain? --- ## [Stolen key for a Chevy Malibu, how to re-key?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-key-for-a-chevy-malibu-how-to-re-key/186656)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2022, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-key-for-a-chevy-malibu-how-to-re-key/186656 "2022-09-30T20:01:24Z")
2012 Chevy Malibu. The spare key got stolen. What are my options to reprogram, change keys, etc? --- ## [Cleaning dash, door panels, displays etc. Your preference?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-dash-door-panels-displays-etc-your-preference/186638)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2022, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-dash-door-panels-displays-etc-your-preference/186638 "2022-09-30T14:31:55Z")
Went to get car detailed today. I made an appointment, 45 minutes to an hour they said. Got a little lunch and a haircut, returned 45 minutes later and car was not touched, backed up they said. I have some old Armor all… --- ## [AT OIL TEMP flashing after a pressure test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-oil-temp-flashing-after-a-pressure-test/186625)
**Author:** [@jeff101cartalk\_182362](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeff101cartalk_182362)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2022, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-oil-temp-flashing-after-a-pressure-test/186625 "2022-09-29T22:41:50Z")
Subaru Impreza 2018 74,000 miles The AT OIL TEMP light is flashing. This light only appeared after a pressure test was performed. The light flashes even when the engine is cold. Thank you in advance for your help. Up… --- ## [2016 Hyundai Tucson - junky plastic window part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-junky-plastic-window-part/186553)
**Author:** [@CeciliaT.Louisiana](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CeciliaT.Louisiana)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2022, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-junky-plastic-window-part/186553 "2022-09-29T22:33:43Z")
WINDOW REGULATOR BROKEN PLASTIC PART 2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON Front passenger window stopped working. The problem is the small plastic gear, it dry rots and then breaks. Hyundai used junk plastic and expect the consumer to … --- ## [2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe - Paint is fading on my 14 year old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-paint-is-fading-on-my-14-year-old-car/186634)
**Author:** [@Adrianne15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adrianne15)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2022, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-genesis-coupe-paint-is-fading-on-my-14-year-old-car/186634 "2022-09-29T20:25:05Z")
Paint is now off surrounding the rear view window and it seems like it is fading rapidly around that area. I don’t want to repaint but is there anything I can do to delay this or any product I can use. thanks for your … --- ## [2007 Grand Prix Rattling/Squeaking Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-grand-prix-rattling-squeaking-noise/186601)
**Author:** [@Daveyys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daveyys)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2022, 2:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-grand-prix-rattling-squeaking-noise/186601 "2022-09-29T02:25:24Z")
Hello everyone, I’m new to the forums and have recently had trouble with my car that has led me here. For about a month, my car has been making a squeaking noise when coming to stops occasionally. Then, a couple days a… --- ## [Advice on purchasing a used 2019 Mercedes GLC 300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-purchasing-a-used-2019-mercedes-glc-300/186448)
**Author:** [@charles.brianfb\_182347](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charles.brianfb_182347)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-purchasing-a-used-2019-mercedes-glc-300/186448 "2022-09-28T20:06:04Z")
Hello Everyone, I am interested in a used 2019 Mercedes GLC 300. It was for sale at a Mercedes dealership. I carefully read the carfax and found some suspicious service records including “console repaired”, “door ajar re… --- ## [1977 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - climate control blower switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1977-mercedes-benz-sl-class-climate-control-blower-switch/186577)
**Author:** [@smittymail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smittymail)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1977-mercedes-benz-sl-class-climate-control-blower-switch/186577 "2022-09-28T15:20:55Z")
climate control blower switch --- ## [2019 Honda CR-V - Mystery sound associated with AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-cr-v-mystery-sound-associated-with-ac/186518)
**Author:** [@jun2ket10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jun2ket10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-cr-v-mystery-sound-associated-with-ac/186518 "2022-09-28T15:07:38Z")
I have a 2019 Honda CRV. When using the air conditioning or outside air, there is a beeping sound like a low horn. It seems to be coming from the front of the dash. I took it in to my mechanic, drove it, heard the noi… --- ## [2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - transmission slippage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-silverado-1500-transmission-slippage/186583)
**Author:** [@raymann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raymann)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-silverado-1500-transmission-slippage/186583 "2022-09-28T11:56:09Z")
2021 chevy silverado 1500 slips first shift from my automatic transmission when you first pull out in the morning i took it 2 times to chevy they said thats no problem with that --- ## [2016 Hyundai Genesis - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-genesis-wont-start/156985)
**Author:** [@Phillips17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phillips17)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-genesis-wont-start/156985 "2022-09-28T02:22:58Z")
Bought the car used from CarMax in August 2019, January 11, 2020 car would not start and there was a complete electrical failure as I could not turn on lights, open the trunk, etc. Called USAA Roadside and they informed… --- ## [2016 Chrysler Town & Country - annoying buzz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-annoying-buzz/186591)
**Author:** [@QuanzoV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/QuanzoV)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-annoying-buzz/186591 "2022-09-28T01:14:05Z")
My vehicle 2016 Chrysler TC is making anoying buzz sound when open door after it had moved. what is causing --- ## [Low Profile Ratchet and Socket Recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-profile-ratchet-and-socket-recommendations/184259)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2022, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-profile-ratchet-and-socket-recommendations/184259 "2022-09-28T00:51:34Z")
Can someone recommend a very low profile ratchet? I would imagine 1/4" drive would be the smallest. I also need low profile sockets. Can anyone recommend a metric set? This isn’t for serpentine belt, but for some 10 mm b… --- ## [2012 GMC Terrain - battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-battery-drain/186580)
**Author:** [@ivy54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivy54)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-battery-drain/186580 "2022-09-27T23:33:20Z")
something is draining battery over night, then needs charge --- ## [Lousy Mobil 1 warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lousy-mobil-1-warranty/186554)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lousy-mobil-1-warranty/186554 "2022-09-27T21:40:13Z")
Mobil1 has 10,000-mile3 oil and also 20,000-mile oil. I have been using it (along with 10 and 20 thousand mile filters) to cut down oil changes. I happened to read the warranty they provide, and I was very surprised to… --- ## [Replacing old Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-old-battery/186470)
**Author:** [@bb\_847\_182358](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bb_847_182358)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-old-battery/186470 "2022-09-27T21:18:55Z")
I need a new battery my old lasted 11 yrs, don’t expect same luck. Was looking at two brands Interstate from Costco ( 1 hr drive) and Exide from battery shop (20 minute drive. While researching found both are manufact… --- ## [2004 Ford Expedition - clicking noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-clicking-noise/186585)
**Author:** [@Sunny29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sunny29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-clicking-noise/186585 "2022-09-27T18:50:16Z")
When you turn a corner or back out it’s makes a clicking noise --- ## [What's draining my battery after a deer ran into the driver side door?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-draining-my-battery-after-a-deer-ran-into-the-driver-side-door/186581)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-draining-my-battery-after-a-deer-ran-into-the-driver-side-door/186581 "2022-09-27T17:31:40Z")
2011 Mazda CX7, 115k. About two weeks, my daughter was driving her car and a deer ran right into her driver side door. She was okay and the deer stumbled off. We put in an insurance claim, b/c there’s a big dent in th… --- ## [1999 toyota camry fans not coming on when they should](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-fans-not-coming-on-when-they-should/186258)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-fans-not-coming-on-when-they-should/186258 "2022-09-27T05:23:44Z")
Just bought a 99 camry 4 cyl as a cheap beater car. I noticed when I’m idling the temperature gauge goes up all the way to hot but when i start driving it goes back down to normal. The last owner had the radiator replace… --- ## [Adding Grease to Ball Bearing for Pulleys?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-grease-to-ball-bearing-for-pulleys/186538)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2022, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-grease-to-ball-bearing-for-pulleys/186538 "2022-09-27T01:05:27Z")
I have seen lots of videos on YouTube where people open sealed bearings for pulleys for their engine and add grease into the bearing, by removing the seal and replacing it. I’m wondering is this a good idea? I thought t… --- ## [Interior dome light issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-dome-light-issues/186544)
**Author:** [@carg618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carg618)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2022, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-dome-light-issues/186544 "2022-09-26T21:48:02Z")
I have a 2000 corolla that had a loose interior dome light. It turned out that the contact points in the switch needed some cleaning. There is a small steel ball bearing that makes contact with different points to turn i… --- ## [Toyota RAV4 Collision Cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-collision-cost/186432)
**Author:** [@Cooperd2497\_182341](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cooperd2497_182341)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2022, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-collision-cost/186432 "2022-09-26T12:24:26Z")
I was involved in a hit and run and now my new car is damaged. Insurance is coming to take a look at it— any advice will help. I have full coverage insurance, but am praying it’s not totaled. --- ## [Shops avoiding liability?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shops-avoiding-liability/186536)
**Author:** [@davepsinbox\_157004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davepsinbox_157004)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2022, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shops-avoiding-liability/186536 "2022-09-26T01:05:17Z")
I recently took my Corolla to a chain tire and repair shop (no, not “Iffy Lube”) for an oil change, tire rotation, cooling system flush, and brake fluid change. When I picked up the car I was told I had a torn CV boot an… --- ## [2023 Toyota RAV4 - Rats eat my wires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-toyota-rav4-rats-eat-my-wires/186528)
**Author:** [@DoubleHHacienda\_LLC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoubleHHacienda_LLC)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2022, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-toyota-rav4-rats-eat-my-wires/186528 "2022-09-25T19:34:34Z")
My 2018 Rav 4 with 30,000 miles has been eaten by rats no matter what we try to do to protect it. It is in the shop now for the 3rd time in a year. Insurance has paid for over the original price of the car new ($32K) i… --- ## [Loud rattle/squeak under rear of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rattle-squeak-under-rear-of-car/186514)
**Author:** [@182384](https://community.cartalk.com/u/182384)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2022, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-rattle-squeak-under-rear-of-car/186514 "2022-09-24T22:13:07Z")
Suddenly started making this loud noise. Occours only when car is moving, doesn’t matter if its in gear or just rolling. Seems to get a bit quieter when moving faster. Any ideas what could it be? --- ## [1981 Buick Park Avenue Wehn furst colum issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-buick-park-avenue-wehn-furst-colum-issues/186506)
**Author:** [@mattheiu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattheiu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2022, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-buick-park-avenue-wehn-furst-colum-issues/186506 "2022-09-24T02:38:45Z")
So I removed the lock plat in my 1981 buick park avenue. Wen trying to put it back together I cant becose the furst foot of the colome comes out . Also its not a ring clamp that holds the lock plate down its a c shape me… --- ## [1985 Ford F-150 - Quit on highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-ford-f-150-quit-on-highway/186512)
**Author:** [@STEVE47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STEVE47)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2022, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-ford-f-150-quit-on-highway/186512 "2022-09-24T01:39:36Z")
i have a 1985 ford f150 pickup, , i was on the hiway, and suddeny the truck stalled out and stop. waited 10 mins. started up, went about 100 or 200 feet stall ed out again. had it towed home. waited 10 mins again ,star… --- ## [Hard to Start 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-start-2004-toyota-corolla-matrix/186168)
**Author:** [@BOuLDeR7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOuLDeR7)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2022, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-start-2004-toyota-corolla-matrix/186168 "2022-09-24T01:16:14Z")
The car doesn’t start very quick and it needs to be cranked a lot. Things I know, battery is good, alternator is good, starter is good. Putting in new spark plugs didn’t change anything. If I give it four quick pumps … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=134) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=136)