# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=175 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 176 --- ## [Late shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/late-shifting/182349)
**Author:** [@BPM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BPM)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2022, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/late-shifting/182349 "2022-02-26T01:24:39Z")
Automatic transmission is shifting at high rpms about 10% of the time. Someone’s as high as 4k+ rpms. Shifts easily when it does shift (does not slam in gear, the shift itself is smooth). Will shift easily when I manu… --- ## [Random and rapid knocking sound from driver front area of the truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-and-rapid-knocking-sound-from-driver-front-area-of-the-truck/182554)
**Author:** [@honeycutt424\_176095](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honeycutt424_176095)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2022, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-and-rapid-knocking-sound-from-driver-front-area-of-the-truck/182554 "2022-02-26T00:37:43Z")
So last month a sound developed while slowing down and it sounded like someone banging the inside of a steel drum with a hammer. the knocking sound is very rapid and only lasts 5 seconds before going away. i had the truc… --- ## [1995 Buick Park Avenue - Looking for a restoration company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-park-avenue-looking-for-a-restoration-company/182645)
**Author:** [@Jg32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jg32)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2022, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-park-avenue-looking-for-a-restoration-company/182645 "2022-02-26T00:25:14Z")
Does anyone know who can provide restoration to a 1995 Buick Park Avenue? --- ## [2016 Nissan Juke - Noise from transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-juke-noise-from-transmission/182693)
**Author:** [@RandolphFranklyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandolphFranklyn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2022, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-juke-noise-from-transmission/182693 "2022-02-26T00:00:51Z")
noise coming from transmission --- ## [2010 Honda Civic Cpe - How to have a roof painted?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-cpe-how-to-have-a-roof-painted/182637)
**Author:** [@JoanneTauferner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoanneTauferner)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-cpe-how-to-have-a-roof-painted/182637 "2022-02-25T19:09:27Z")
This car was recalled few years ago and now the roof only is look dull and definitely needs a new paint job. When recalled I took it in as paint problems became visible, only to have a section, e.g., hood, quarter, etc.… --- ## [Not getting the 30-51 MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-getting-the-30-51-mpg/182627)
**Author:** [@lobarrie56\_179680](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lobarrie56_179680)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-getting-the-30-51-mpg/182627 "2022-02-25T18:48:52Z")
I just had the engine replaced with a rebuilt from the dealer. I noticed I’m only getting 20 MPG from both city and highway driving. Thursday and yesterday I drove over 10 miles on the freeway, and still only got 20 MPG.… --- ## [Checking engine oil: Which is the correct reading?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-engine-oil-which-is-the-correct-reading/182665)
**Author:** [@nickc498](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nickc498)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-engine-oil-which-is-the-correct-reading/182665 "2022-02-25T15:06:24Z")
Hello! I have a 2005 Toyota Camry. When I checked the oil on the dipstick after the car has been sitting over night, the oil was at the “full” mark. Then, I drove around for 20 minutes, turned the car off, and let the … --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Traverse - Window goes down on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-traverse-window-goes-down-on-its-own/182677)
**Author:** [@FredBoimistruck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredBoimistruck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-traverse-window-goes-down-on-its-own/182677 "2022-02-25T13:29:51Z")
Rear passenger side pwr window goes down on it’s own and stays down. Will not go up from either switch. Dealership changed out drivers master switch. Windows worked fine for 3 weeks. Then today, on it’s own, rear passeng… --- ## [2016 Maserati Coupe - How long does half a tank last at idle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-maserati-coupe-how-long-does-half-a-tank-last-at-idle/182675)
**Author:** [@Broome45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Broome45)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-maserati-coupe-how-long-does-half-a-tank-last-at-idle/182675 "2022-02-25T13:26:29Z")
How long would a car have to run to burn up a little over a half of a tank of gas. I put my car in the shop to have the rear bumper painted. When I picked it up I barley made it into the gas station before running out o… --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Malibu - Transmission shows owner the light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-shows-owner-the-light/182340)
**Author:** [@Jack12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack12)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-shows-owner-the-light/182340 "2022-02-25T05:56:27Z")
Had to replace my 2015 malibu transmission after 29500 miles took GM 3 weeks to figure out what was wrong. No more GM products for me . $6500. to replace Trans so long GM. --- ## [Brand new(used) car, runs, has some issues, wondering what to do](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-used-car-runs-has-some-issues-wondering-what-to-do/182625)
**Author:** [@sorestflea2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sorestflea2)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2022, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-used-car-runs-has-some-issues-wondering-what-to-do/182625 "2022-02-25T04:03:44Z")
I would like to preface this by apologizing for my lack of knowledge on cars, this is the first car I’ve ever owned. anyways, i just picked up a used 2004 mazda 6 s (3.0L v6 manual) with around 146000 miles on it. the c… --- ## [2014 Volkswagen Jetta - Driver's door issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-jetta-drivers-door-issue/182673)
**Author:** [@Trad28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trad28)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2022, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-jetta-drivers-door-issue/182673 "2022-02-24T21:50:24Z")
Driver side Doorhandle Seize from BOTH the outside and inside. Will not unlock manually with the key, OR electronically with the key fob, OR electronically from the interior unlock buttons on the driver side or passenger… --- ## [2007 Ford Fiesta - Oil cap was off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-fiesta-oil-cap-was-off/182662)
**Author:** [@Sunny03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sunny03)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2022, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-fiesta-oil-cap-was-off/182662 "2022-02-24T21:13:21Z")
I drove to work this morning and half way through the day one of my collages noticed that oil was all over my bonnet. When I opened my enige, I saw that the oil cap was off, I have no idea when this happend, most probabl… --- ## [2013 Toyota RAV4 - Steering binds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-rav4-steering-binds/182656)
**Author:** [@KimGazley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KimGazley)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2022, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-rav4-steering-binds/182656 "2022-02-24T03:58:31Z")
When I go to turn right the steering wheel just gets very tight and you can’t turn and then it releases it. --- ## [2018 Kia Optima - Front end issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-optima-front-end-issues/182658)
**Author:** [@Technopimp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Technopimp)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2022, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-optima-front-end-issues/182658 "2022-02-24T02:40:55Z")
Front end movement & noise while going over bumps. --- ## [Rust on Rotors: Repair or Replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-on-rotors-repair-or-replace/182642)
**Author:** [@Sandscapes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandscapes)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2022, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-on-rotors-repair-or-replace/182642 "2022-02-24T01:59:52Z")
Makes a grinding noise when initially braking, but seems to quiet as day goes on. Any advice would be appreciated, thank you! --- ## [Honda alternator issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-alternator-issue/182650)
**Author:** [@susankiash\_179703](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susankiash_179703)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2022, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-alternator-issue/182650 "2022-02-23T20:09:55Z")
My 2003 crv runs great but now started a whine & 2 very good mechanics said it’s the alternator bearings starting to go. Is it safe to drive locally until my new alternator arrives Friday w/o risking seizure of old one ?… --- ## [2018 Hyundai Elantra - How do I get recall help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-get-recall-help/182633)
**Author:** [@Tina23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tina23)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2022, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-get-recall-help/182633 "2022-02-23T16:51:05Z")
my 2018 hyundai elantra just lost paint on hood of car… I noticed that there was a recall by Hyundai … how do I file a complaint & request for repair…? --- ## [2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-rav4-hybrid/182619)
**Author:** [@Confused46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Confused46)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2022, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-rav4-hybrid/182619 "2022-02-23T11:25:25Z")
If my summer tires (on rims) are stored at a dealer, when it comes time to remount them (winter tires removed) do they have to be rebalanced? I had no problems with the tires last summer. Also, this will be the final sea… --- ## [2010 Chrysler Town & Country - Running hot. Why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-running-hot-why/182622)
**Author:** [@LESTERDANLEY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LESTERDANLEY)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2022, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-running-hot-why/182622 "2022-02-23T00:30:06Z")
I changed water pump & radiator & thermostat and radiator cap.it still gets hot. --- ## [2004 Ford Ranger - Warning lights after new battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-warning-lights-after-new-battery/182629)
**Author:** [@none01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/none01)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-warning-lights-after-new-battery/182629 "2022-02-22T22:17:38Z")
Installed new battery on Saturday due to ABS light comes on then the brake like comes on and I don’t know why. --- ## [2006 Toyota 4Runner - Gas cap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-4runner-gas-cap/182540)
**Author:** [@Richy28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richy28)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-4runner-gas-cap/182540 "2022-02-22T20:56:46Z")
check engine light came on. Changed gas cap with new Toyota cap from my dealer. What else may cause this light to come on? --- ## [2014 Jeep Compass hesitates before rollback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-hesitates-before-rollback/182452)
**Author:** [@phil0267](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phil0267)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-hesitates-before-rollback/182452 "2022-02-22T17:41:24Z")
I have a Jeep Compass 2014 2.0 cylinder with Standard transmission. When starting out after stopped at a light the car does roll back but only after four or five seconds has passed. What causes this hesitation? Whatever… --- ## [Turning tires when not moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-tires-when-not-moving/182601)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-tires-when-not-moving/182601 "2022-02-22T17:38:29Z")
I had to move my pickup because a crane is coming to put a furnace on a neighbor’s roof tomorrow. I hate to start it up to move it a few feet so I pushed it. I had to turn sharply, did some of the turning when it wasn’t … --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Tahoe - Door sprung](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-tahoe-door-sprung/182623)
**Author:** [@Steve45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-tahoe-door-sprung/182623 "2022-02-22T16:45:01Z")
Help? What in the world sprung my drivers door on my 2019 four wheel drive Chevrolet Tahoe Premier 6.2L? I parked and opened & closed the door and got out to check my mailbox on a bad angle in my fairly steep driveway s… --- ## [Carbon build up on Valves? Prevention? Treatment? How often to change oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-build-up-on-valves-prevention-treatment-how-often-to-change-oil/175779)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 114\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2022, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-build-up-on-valves-prevention-treatment-how-often-to-change-oil/175779 "2022-02-22T15:35:11Z")
Many yrs ago, Car Talk Radio show said change oil every 4k - then we were using regular oil (not Full Syn). So since I moved to Full Syn, I started doing it every 5k despite Mobil 1 tells me to do every 7k. Oil gets dar… --- ## [2011 Toyota RAV4 - Leaky seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-rav4-leaky-seal/182615)
**Author:** [@Steve45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve45)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-rav4-leaky-seal/182615 "2022-02-21T21:43:20Z")
I have a leaky rear seal in the differential of my 2011 RAV4. Anytime I get an oil change, I have the shop check and top off the rear differential gear oil. Not sure what the millage was when I first noticed it - Signi… --- ## [30 psi in 3rd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/30-psi-in-3rd/182523)
**Author:** [@Esby315\_179544](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Esby315_179544)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/30-psi-in-3rd/182523 "2022-02-21T21:06:11Z")
I have a Nissan 2010 Sentra with only 86,000 miles and shop replaced all coils and sparks cause original code was 3rd cylinder misfire then a multi-misfire so a day later same thing car was loud and engine shaking bad ag… --- ## [Help! High revving idle on my 2001 crv](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-high-revving-idle-on-my-2001-crv/182611)
**Author:** [@roysgarage18\_179663](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roysgarage18_179663)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-high-revving-idle-on-my-2001-crv/182611 "2022-02-21T20:32:58Z")
I bought a 2001 crv late last year. It was running fine for a couple of months but then it wouldn’t start at all. I replaced the timing belt and now it starts but it has a high revving idle. It’ll immediately jump up to … --- ## [Noise from passenger rear wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-passenger-rear-wheel/182561)
**Author:** [@frony83\_179621](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frony83_179621)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-from-passenger-rear-wheel/182561 "2022-02-21T20:30:51Z")
I recently started hearing a noise coming from the passenger side rear wheel that starts at around 20 mph and goes away at around 40 mph. It sounds like like a playing card in spokes. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=174) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=176)