# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=149 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 150 --- ## [2010 Chevy Equinox - After start it chugs and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-after-start-it-chugs-and-dies/110330)
**Author:** [@r9tee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/r9tee)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-after-start-it-chugs-and-dies/110330 "2022-07-14T23:31:05Z")
Hi everyone, I have a 2010 Chevy Equinox LT AWD. Since having the spark plugs replaced, we have been having the following issue: Specifically on cold days, after staring the car and staying idle, the car RPMs will dro… --- ## [2014 Honda Fit - EPS off and on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-fit-eps-off-and-on/185242)
**Author:** [@coljhallam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coljhallam)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-fit-eps-off-and-on/185242 "2022-07-14T21:17:48Z")
EPS light came on and loss of power to the steering and brakes. Left it for while and restarted car and things were ok this has happened three times --- ## [Radar Sensor Theft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radar-sensor-theft/185036)
**Author:** [@its-still-a-honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/its-still-a-honda)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radar-sensor-theft/185036 "2022-07-14T21:06:12Z")
My Radar Sensor was stolen. I understand it took about 3 minutes to do this. I park on the street & a garage is a non starter. I understand these sensors are being stolen left & right. I went to the local car mechanic wh… --- ## [2012 Hyundai Sonata - Whines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-whines/185216)
**Author:** [@FRANKCOMMISSO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FRANKCOMMISSO)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-whines/185216 "2022-07-14T20:49:13Z")
high pitch whining noise that get’s louder the more I accelerate --- ## [Please help! Renault Laguna II](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-renault-laguna-ii/185237)
**Author:** [@klemen1.robar\_181545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/klemen1.robar_181545)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-renault-laguna-ii/185237 "2022-07-14T20:44:09Z")
Hello guys, i have a problem with my Renault Laguna II, 2007, 1.6. 16V. It has 142.000 km on it. Here is the issue: When I leave the car sit of around 8 hours and when I then turn it on, it sounds like it runs on 3 cyl… --- ## [Repair Estmate reasonable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-estmate-reasonable/185230)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-estmate-reasonable/185230 "2022-07-14T20:06:45Z")
1992 plymouth laser 1.8L … front end work… is this estimate reasonable? I am in Missouri. seems high to me (but so does everything else) replace control arm with ball joint (both sides) replace F stabilizer bar … --- ## [Can I do Maintenance on the Public Street?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-do-maintenance-on-the-public-street/185123)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 7:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-do-maintenance-on-the-public-street/185123 "2022-07-14T07:45:43Z")
I have been doing regular maintenance on my car in my parking lot to my condominium for some time now. I guess some neighbors got annoyed and complained to the HOA. This made me feel kind of odd, like one of neighbors is… --- ## [2000 Ford Mustang - The first 100 miles were great](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-mustang-the-first-100-miles-were-great/185218)
**Author:** [@DarrellMStevens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarrellMStevens)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2022, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-mustang-the-first-100-miles-were-great/185218 "2022-07-14T07:30:35Z")
Just bought a 2000 conv v6 mustang. It ran well for 100 miles then pulled to a stop sighn and wouldnt go forward? It has nothing in forward gears, works great in reverse no foward at all. No smell of burnt fluid and ha… --- ## [1996 Ford Escort - manual to auto](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-escort-manual-to-auto/185146)
**Author:** [@daKid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daKid)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-escort-manual-to-auto/185146 "2022-07-13T17:00:55Z")
one of my clients is giving me a 96 Ford escort wagon but it a manual, is there a way I can make it an automatic? --- ## [Brake pedal pushback and Rumbling/Clicking sound coming from rear tire when braking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-pushback-and-rumbling-clicking-sound-coming-from-rear-tire-when-braking/185204)
**Author:** [@ShipwreckSiren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShipwreckSiren)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-pushback-and-rumbling-clicking-sound-coming-from-rear-tire-when-braking/185204 "2022-07-13T12:24:35Z")
Got in my car (2017 Hyundai Elantra Ltd) Saturday and as I pulled out of a parallel spot there was a snap sound and minor jolt akin to if a tire drives off a curb. Thought maybe the tire had been partially on the curb or… --- ## [Temporary loss of brakes after changing pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-loss-of-brakes-after-changing-pads/185112)
**Author:** [@ozarkcavefish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ozarkcavefish)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 12:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-loss-of-brakes-after-changing-pads/185112 "2022-07-13T12:11:12Z")
I have a 1996 Jeep Cherokee with146000 miles. I recently replaced the front brake pads and rotors, and everything has been fine for about 100 miles. Yesterday though, the brakes gradually get less effective until it fe… --- ## [About car wash vacuums and carpet cleaners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-car-wash-vacuums-and-carpet-cleaners/185174)
**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 10:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-car-wash-vacuums-and-carpet-cleaners/185174 "2022-07-13T10:19:46Z")
Would a car wash vacuum be able to remove all the dust on a car carpet versus that of a consumer grade carpet cleaner (rigid wd06350) which is what I used but didn’t have air filter on it and didn’t pick up all the dirt … --- ## [Replaced CV axle, made chirping sound driving home](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-cv-axle-made-chirping-sound-driving-home/185199)
**Author:** [@Almacarel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Almacarel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2022, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-cv-axle-made-chirping-sound-driving-home/185199 "2022-07-13T05:13:53Z")
Just had CV axle replaced by local guy. Boot had been damaged and leaked a lot of grease, it wasn’t making noise yet, just a pre-emptive measure. On the drive home, just about half a mile, there was a chorus of tiny chir… --- ## [2013 Lexus RX 350 - oil smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lexus-rx-350-oil-smoke/185085)
**Author:** [@rlinkous10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rlinkous10)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lexus-rx-350-oil-smoke/185085 "2022-07-12T23:37:29Z")
oil smoke at 98k rx350 --- ## [2008 Chevrolet HHR - Lost some power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-lost-some-power/185196)
**Author:** [@MarkPedigo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkPedigo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-lost-some-power/185196 "2022-07-12T23:36:25Z")
I have a 2008 Chevy HHR LT with a 2.4 engine and is has 188,000 miles and just started to lose power and have one cylinder out not firing. Any ideas what it can be? Mark --- ## [2013 Chrysler Town & Country - Doors open by themselves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chrysler-town-country-doors-open-by-themselves/185209)
**Author:** [@Witcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Witcher)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chrysler-town-country-doors-open-by-themselves/185209 "2022-07-12T19:22:06Z")
The side doors and back hatch are opening random. I come out to find the back hatch or doors open when they were locked and did not touch the keys. I have watched the back hatch go up and down like someone is playing w… --- ## [Vinyl convertible top crack/chip repair kit suggestions (pictures included)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinyl-convertible-top-crack-chip-repair-kit-suggestions-pictures-included/185167)
**Author:** [@aaronzuern\_181479](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaronzuern_181479)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 7:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinyl-convertible-top-crack-chip-repair-kit-suggestions-pictures-included/185167 "2022-07-12T07:20:28Z")
I have a 2013 white Ford Mustang with a black convertible top that I have neglected (not applied any protectant/sealant for years) and it’s not garaged. I bought the Chemical Guys HOL\_996 Convertible Top Cleaner and Conv… --- ## [2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - All the warnings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-highlander-hybrid-all-the-warnings/185183)
**Author:** [@Raphaelbencme](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Raphaelbencme)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-highlander-hybrid-all-the-warnings/185183 "2022-07-12T06:11:16Z")
Was driving when all light in dash board come on car shut down and after i press start switch it wont start --- ## [2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD - limp mode mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-sierra-2500hd-limp-mode-mystery/185079)
**Author:** [@Martyb02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Martyb02)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 5:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-sierra-2500hd-limp-mode-mystery/185079 "2022-07-12T05:41:18Z")
I have a 2008 GMC Sierra diesel and towing a 25 ft Airstream in a headwind. At 65 mph we’d go into limp mode but at 80 mph we were fine. We had one historical code for fuel pressure, but went into limp mode 4 times. Wha… --- ## [Wheel bearing issues - 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-issues-2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo/185159)
**Author:** [@nortonspappy1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nortonspappy1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-issues-2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo/185159 "2022-07-11T22:09:31Z")
tests indicate front right wheel bearing fluctuating causing abs and trac dash lights to come on. bearing has been replaced several times. suspect wiring. where does hub wire terminate? --- ## [2017 BMW X3 - dead battery after detailing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-bmw-x3-dead-battery-after-detailing/184974)
**Author:** [@JohnHughesHeldt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnHughesHeldt)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-bmw-x3-dead-battery-after-detailing/184974 "2022-07-11T21:43:49Z")
Ihad guy detail my car-3-4 hrs back my work lot came back its dead battery? Would not jump ? --- ## [2017 Kia Sportage - bent radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-bent-radiator/185117)
**Author:** [@DavidD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidD)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-sportage-bent-radiator/185117 "2022-07-11T19:47:35Z")
My 2017 Sportage has a bent radiator which has begun leaking at the bottom of recent. I never noticed this issue before having owned the vehicle for three years now. Having it serviced at the dealer they pointed out the … --- ## [2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Rear hatch trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-rear-hatch-trouble/185185)
**Author:** [@johnnierotten123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnnierotten123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-rear-hatch-trouble/185185 "2022-07-11T17:40:51Z")
rear hatch door won’t open --- ## [Ants After Car Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ants-after-car-repair/185001)
**Author:** [@PepperJackDragon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PepperJackDragon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ants-after-car-repair/185001 "2022-07-11T04:47:28Z")
Hi all. First post. So a couple of weeks ago I was headed up to Tennesee and hit an Elk. Had almost managed to stop as I slid into him, ended up doing a few thousand dollars of damage to the hood, light and grill. Insura… --- ## [Detecting electrical issues in 1997 Volvo 850](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detecting-electrical-issues-in-1997-volvo-850/184660)
**Author:** [@aarem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aarem)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/detecting-electrical-issues-in-1997-volvo-850/184660 "2022-07-11T04:02:13Z")
Hi, My cigarette lighter outlet in my trusty 1997 Volvo 850 at 152000 miles has stopped passing current so things like phone chargers and the GPS can not work any longer. Same with the heated front seats (though the pas… --- ## [98 Chevy Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-starting-issues/185150)
**Author:** [@mermaidinmoon\_181458](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mermaidinmoon_181458)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-starting-issues/185150 "2022-07-11T00:20:56Z")
We have a chevy that has to be jumped off normally and then runs till you shut if off. Right now it can’t even be jumped off. We have replaced the battery, altnator, new cables, checked the starter at O’Reillys, brand … --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Prix - rear window won’t go up or down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-rear-window-won-t-go-up-or-down/185156)
**Author:** [@MarkKaminski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkKaminski)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2022, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-rear-window-won-t-go-up-or-down/185156 "2022-07-11T00:11:02Z")
how to diagnose rear window won’t go up or down --- ## [1999 Ford Taurus - Sprocket questoin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-taurus-sprocket-questoin/185165)
**Author:** [@GabrielCovarrubiasJr.02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GabrielCovarrubiasJr.02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2022, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-taurus-sprocket-questoin/185165 "2022-07-10T22:30:42Z")
was you’re problem fixed after welding the secondary sprocket? On you’re 1999 Ford Taurus V8 3.4 SHO 3rd Gen --- ## [Vinyl convertible top repair suggestions 2013 ford mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinyl-convertible-top-repair-suggestions-2013-ford-mustang/185169)
**Author:** [@aaronzuern\_181479](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaronzuern_181479)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2022, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinyl-convertible-top-repair-suggestions-2013-ford-mustang/185169 "2022-07-10T21:43:49Z")
I have a 2013 white Ford Mustang with a black convertible top that I have neglected (not applied any protectant/sealant for years) and it’s not garaged. I bought the Chemical Guys HOL\_996 Convertible Top Cleaner and Conv… --- ## [Warning lights on 2018 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-lights-on-2018-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck/185094)
**Author:** [@JoeChance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeChance)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2022, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-lights-on-2018-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck/185094 "2022-07-10T16:55:32Z")
Driving down the road the following lights came on the dash some of them flashing and loud beeping sound, also displayed the following errors on the center LCD. Lights: ABS, BRAKE, 4LO, 4HI, HAZARD TRIANGLE, BSM, TRACTIO… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=148) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=150)