# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=146 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 147 --- ## [2016 Buick Cascada - Won't let go of key!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-cascada-wont-let-go-of-key/185569)
**Author:** [@Casadaowner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Casadaowner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2022, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-cascada-wont-let-go-of-key/185569 "2022-08-02T00:00:11Z")
2016 Buick Casada will not release ignition key when shift lever is moved to park . Have tried rotating steering wheel, the only way to remove key is to start vehicle and shift trans to other gears and then back to park … --- ## [Do Your Own Maintenance - Car Last Longer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-your-own-maintenance-car-last-longer/161956)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-your-own-maintenance-car-last-longer/161956 "2022-08-01T23:52:54Z")
Is there any research or studies that suggest that if you do all of your own maintenance, the car lasts longer before it has some sort of failure mode that would make it financially questionable to make the repair becaus… --- ## [2011 Kia Sedona having power issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sedona-having-power-issues/185579)
**Author:** [@devgordon19\_181777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/devgordon19_181777)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sedona-having-power-issues/185579 "2022-08-01T23:31:45Z")
Took my 2011 Kia Sedona Lx on a 6 hour drive from littleton to vallecito colorado. About 2 hours in, my dadhboard lit up like ground control, and my van stopped working. Turned out to be the alternator and battery that n… --- ## [Mysterious Crackling Noise When Going Over 70?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-crackling-noise-when-going-over-70/185563)
**Author:** [@n\_gordon1\_181769](https://community.cartalk.com/u/n_gordon1_181769)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-crackling-noise-when-going-over-70/185563 "2022-08-01T14:37:06Z")
Hi! Have a 2022 Kia Seltos with less than 10,000 miles on it. Recently it started making this very strange crackling noise by (what it sounds like) the front left wheel. It only makes this noise when I reach speeds of 7… --- ## [New brake pads squeaking while vehicle rolls at slow speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-squeaking-while-vehicle-rolls-at-slow-speeds/185526)
**Author:** [@brdillon0123\_181740](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brdillon0123_181740)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 12:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-pads-squeaking-while-vehicle-rolls-at-slow-speeds/185526 "2022-08-01T12:03:03Z")
My first brake job yesterday went great. I just replaced my front pads and noticed a world of difference, so that’s good news! My issue comes from when I start the car rolling, there is a grinding sound / metal squeaking… --- ## [How does this happen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-this-happen/185559)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-this-happen/185559 "2022-08-01T03:48:52Z")
Driver killed after debris flies through windshield on I-840 (wkrn.com) This is certainly a tragedy, and not something to discuss light-heartedly. But for the life of me I can’t understand how a transmission can “fall o… --- ## [Turn signal switch question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch-question/185539)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2022, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch-question/185539 "2022-08-01T03:38:23Z")
When I use my left hand blinker, it “ticks” faster than the right side. All the blinker bulbs are working. All the functions on the turn switch work such as head lights and emergency flasher. Does the turn signal swit… --- ## [Rough Idle in Gear and Whine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-in-gear-and-whine/185561)
**Author:** [@ralphierich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ralphierich)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2022, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-in-gear-and-whine/185561 "2022-07-31T21:47:59Z")
\*Engine is 1MZ-FE V6, 1999 with 375k miles So my car recently started hesitating under load and later developed a stutter at idle. I talked to a mechanic buddy of mine who recommended that I clean the throttle position … --- ## [Hazards Randomly Turning On and Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazards-randomly-turning-on-and-off/185548)
**Author:** [@Nooksva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nooksva)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hazards-randomly-turning-on-and-off/185548 "2022-07-30T22:32:38Z")
My car turns its hazards on and off at random and frequently. Sometimes I can press the hazard button to shut them off, sometimes it doesn’t work. I’ve noticed it gets much worse in high temperatures. It happens the whol… --- ## [2016 Hyundai Veloster - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-veloster-clunks/185546)
**Author:** [@Mr.June](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.June)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-veloster-clunks/185546 "2022-07-30T21:13:05Z")
2016 Hyundai Veloster (turbo, manual) 60,000 miles. I hear a “clanking” noise when I first release the clutch to pull off. It doesn’t do it if you just push the clutch in, only when in gear pulling off in 1st gear. --- ## [Rattling sounds in my engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sounds-in-my-engine/185451)
**Author:** [@sidneyraye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sidneyraye)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-sounds-in-my-engine/185451 "2022-07-30T20:09:45Z")
Hi, for about 6 months now I’ve been hearing a rattling noise in my engine. Seems to only happen when my car is idle (like at a stop light), or in park. I know basically nothing about cars, but I can say that it started … --- ## [Bluetooth OBD II scanner - Best Bang for Buck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bluetooth-obd-ii-scanner-best-bang-for-buck/185493)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2022, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bluetooth-obd-ii-scanner-best-bang-for-buck/185493 "2022-07-30T02:32:08Z")
I have an ABS wheel speed sensor problem. However, my old cheap scanner doesn’t get the codes. I saw this scanner online that shows the realtime data from each of the wheel sensors so that I could spin each of the wheels… --- ## [Problem with my F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-my-f150/185286)
**Author:** [@randy.york\_181574](https://community.cartalk.com/u/randy.york_181574)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-my-f150/185286 "2022-07-29T23:18:35Z")
I have been having some issues with my F150. It has been hesitating, has no power, shakes under acceleration, and poor gas mileage. I have recently changed the fuel injectors, spark plugs, coils, o2 sensors, egr valve, e… --- ## [2011 Kia Sorento - Fob issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-fob-issues/185532)
**Author:** [@kennethchi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennethchi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-fob-issues/185532 "2022-07-29T20:12:29Z")
smart key fob and car don’t link at all. --- ## [2012 Chevy Cruze turbo and catalytic converter bad again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-turbo-and-catalytic-converter-bad-again/185477)
**Author:** [@Cwalther1313\_178047](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cwalther1313_178047)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-turbo-and-catalytic-converter-bad-again/185477 "2022-07-29T12:15:32Z")
I’m in need of some advice for my Chevy Cruze. Bought it less than 6 months ago. The turbo and catalytic converter were replaced at 138K miles before I bought it. Now at 148K miles, I’m getting the following engine cod… --- ## [2004 GMC Envoy XL - Too loud](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-xl-too-loud/185445)
**Author:** [@Bamal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bamal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2022, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-xl-too-loud/185445 "2022-07-29T02:13:21Z")
I have a envoy xl when I drive it’s kind of loud. What can I do to make it stop. --- ## [2014 Jeep Patriot - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-shakes/185500)
**Author:** [@ibdamn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibdamn)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-shakes/185500 "2022-07-27T23:52:40Z")
2014 Jeep Patriot with 69,793 miles one month later as i’m driving on the expressway i couldn’t go over 60 miles an hour because the vehicle started shanking so hard that the steering wheel would jump and the front end a… --- ## [2019 Volkswagen Jetta - software updates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-jetta-software-updates/185502)
**Author:** [@mustafa89arch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mustafa89arch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-jetta-software-updates/185502 "2022-07-27T23:47:59Z")
my car is vw jetta 1.4 L turbo , is there any update i can do to software?? --- ## [2015 Mazda Mazda3 - rust underneath](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-rust-underneath/185504)
**Author:** [@AnwarK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnwarK)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-rust-underneath/185504 "2022-07-27T23:26:40Z")
Car beneath is rusty in various areas. Especially the silencer is rusted . Car dash is sticky. the car is GCC specs . Only 36K driven in the past 6.5 years .Used in United Arab emirates --- ## [2007 GM Saturn Ion Temp sensor not working (but only in the winter)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gm-saturn-ion-temp-sensor-not-working-but-only-in-the-winter/185507)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gm-saturn-ion-temp-sensor-not-working-but-only-in-the-winter/185507 "2022-07-27T22:45:54Z")
Some reason when its really cold say 15 F to about -20 F (-12.2 C to -26 C) the engine temp gauge on the dash doesnt move after driving for awhile, at all compleltely dead. This spring and summer I’ve had no issues; gaug… --- ## [Noise Shimmer In Front](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-shimmer-in-front/185486)
**Author:** [@Beeper1971](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beeper1971)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2022, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-shimmer-in-front/185486 "2022-07-27T09:52:57Z")
2015 Van. 102K miles. When driving slow, there is a whomp, whomp noise. At speed it is quite a bit quieter, but there is still a slight noise and a wobble (very small) in the steering wheel. It is a bit worse turning… --- ## [Peugeot 508 2015 Clutch problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-508-2015-clutch-problem/185480)
**Author:** [@magix01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/magix01)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-508-2015-clutch-problem/185480 "2022-07-26T23:31:01Z")
Hello everyone, this is my first post here and decided to register to ask about specific problem i have with my manual transmission, i have 508 2015 manual 1.6hdi 120hp BlueHdi. I bought the car used it was in great sh… --- ## [1999 Ford F-150 - Theft deterrent stops ME](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-theft-deterrent-stops-me/185443)
**Author:** [@F15058](https://community.cartalk.com/u/F15058)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-theft-deterrent-stops-me/185443 "2022-07-26T22:34:46Z")
My theft deterrent system causes my engine to stop while driving. --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Malibu - Noise after brake pad change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-noise-after-brake-pad-change/185464)
**Author:** [@Spookytooth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spookytooth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-noise-after-brake-pad-change/185464 "2022-07-26T18:55:55Z")
Had brake pads changed on rear about 2 weeks ago. Now hearing a grunting type noise at rear passenger side. Sometimes when braking but sometimes driving normally. --- ## [Honda Civic 2007 starting probs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2007-starting-probs/174897)
**Author:** [@Drino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drino)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2007-starting-probs/174897 "2022-07-26T13:55:27Z")
Hi, I have this civic 2007 model imported from UK… after 10 yrs or so, it is starting having difficulty to start. when you press the start button, the starter turn but the engine won’t start immediately and thats for may… --- ## [2010 Honda Civic Startup problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-startup-problems/41961)
**Author:** [@k\_wainn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/k_wainn)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-startup-problems/41961 "2022-07-26T13:50:22Z")
We purchased 2010 Honda Civic LX October 2009. The car is beginning to have regular startup problems and this is when the weather is not very cold. The car will not start on the first try. The first time this… --- ## [1st car, burning rubber smell when i accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455)
**Author:** [@notchos95\_181689](https://community.cartalk.com/u/notchos95_181689)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2022, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-car-burning-rubber-smell-when-i-accelerate/185455 "2022-07-26T06:03:43Z")
so i own a 2010 subaru impreza 2.5 i premium. ive had it a year this october and it was use when i bought it, lately ive noticed a burning rubber smell when im accelerating hard or for a prolonged period of time…i was th… --- ## [2011 Toyota Prius car quits after battery replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-car-quits-after-battery-replacement/185462)
**Author:** [@Elaine53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elaine53)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-car-quits-after-battery-replacement/185462 "2022-07-25T23:57:49Z")
New battery installed one month ago. Car quits and red lights come on the dash. --- ## [2015 Jeep Cherokee - rubbing sounds after brake job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-rubbing-sounds-after-brake-job/185370)
**Author:** [@Doris20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doris20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-rubbing-sounds-after-brake-job/185370 "2022-07-25T23:35:16Z")
Recently had brakes and rotors replaced and now there is a rubbing sound when turning at slow speed (5-10 mph). What could be the problem? 50,000 miles --- ## [Mouse or electrical in my steering wheel?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mouse-or-electrical-in-my-steering-wheel/178262)
**Author:** [@Sandra.pearl\_176393](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra.pearl_176393)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2022, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mouse-or-electrical-in-my-steering-wheel/178262 "2022-07-25T22:17:46Z")
Do I have a new mouse friend in my steering wheel? I am going somewhat crazy with a little noise coming from just below my steering wheel or maybe even IN my steering wheel. It definitely sounds like a small electrical c… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=145) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=147)