# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=176 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 177 --- ## [Acura RDX 2016 Battery Drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rdx-2016-battery-drain/182365)
**Author:** [@garybtemp-db\_179397](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garybtemp-db_179397)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rdx-2016-battery-drain/182365 "2022-02-21T15:59:55Z")
My battery is draining every few days. Mechanic says battery is fine and alternator is fine and they can’t find anything draining it. On further googling, I see (for example Honda Battery Drain Class Action Lawsuit - S… --- ## [2020 Mazda CX-30 - no windshield distortion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda-cx-30-no-windshield-distortion/182590)
**Author:** [@Alias](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alias)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda-cx-30-no-windshield-distortion/182590 "2022-02-21T05:32:30Z")
I bought my 2020 CX-30 in July 2020. I have never noticed any distortion with the windshield. \[I tried to post this comment but they require that I select a model for my Mazda, which they do not list.\] --- ## [1971 Buick Skylark - Seeking help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-buick-skylark-seeking-help/182571)
**Author:** [@ninjagin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ninjagin)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2022, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-buick-skylark-seeking-help/182571 "2022-02-21T00:41:52Z")
Looking for a mechanic who knows how to work on a 455 ci V8 (quadrajet) Electra 225 coupe. Having runaway revs on warmup, sometimes persistent. Thanks. --- ## [Jumpstarting Car With Additional Bolted on Cable Blocking Terminal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstarting-car-with-additional-bolted-on-cable-blocking-terminal/182447)
**Author:** [@justin\_179460](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justin_179460)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2022, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstarting-car-with-additional-bolted-on-cable-blocking-terminal/182447 "2022-02-20T20:17:42Z")
Hello, This is probably a simple question, but unfortunately I was never taught and am at a loss so I apologize. I am needing to jumpstart a car and the positive terminal has another cable bolted on (pic attached) that… --- ## [Which maintenance is needed on my Honda Accord with limited driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-maintenance-is-needed-on-my-honda-accord-with-limited-driving/182557)
**Author:** [@digitalmaven](https://community.cartalk.com/u/digitalmaven)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2022, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-maintenance-is-needed-on-my-honda-accord-with-limited-driving/182557 "2022-02-20T03:41:48Z")
Thanks to Covid and working from home during the past several years, I haven’t been driving my car as much as I normally would have a few years ago. I have a 2020 Honda Accord that I bought new in December 2019, but have… --- ## [2019 Hyundai Tucson - Wire damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-tucson-wire-damage/182424)
**Author:** [@halpat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/halpat)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-tucson-wire-damage/182424 "2022-02-19T22:15:49Z")
I have a 2019 Hyundai Tuscan with under 25000 miles. I had my temperature guage register hot & the service engine light came on. The car was not overheating so I made an appointment with the dealer. They told me that the… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Malibu - Brakes break](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-malibu-brakes-break/182585)
**Author:** [@brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brakes)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-malibu-brakes-break/182585 "2022-02-19T19:54:19Z")
Brakes replaced multiple times. Squeaking & grinding & rattling underneath. Has 37,000 miles and has had 8 brake jobs. --- ## [2012 Buick LaCrosse - Performance exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-performance-exhaust/182553)
**Author:** [@Revfelton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Revfelton)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-lacrosse-performance-exhaust/182553 "2022-02-19T18:48:42Z")
Like to replace my exhaust with a performance system if it is possible. --- ## [Braker Bar Extension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/braker-bar-extension/182477)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2022, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/braker-bar-extension/182477 "2022-02-19T01:03:13Z")
Hi, Can someone point me to an extension adapter for a braker bar (not sure what the technical term is)? The braker bars I have, the anvil takes up too much space. So I’m looking for an extension for it. Something simi… --- ## [Magic "chip"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magic-chip/182378)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 100\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magic-chip/182378 "2022-02-16T20:48:58Z")
A pop-up ad for this device has been appearing on this forum. I realize that science/technology “truth” changes over time (anybody for flat earth?), but I suspect that this is a scam. It reminds me of the “carburetor t… --- ## [Overheating issue, need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-issue-need-help/177898)
**Author:** [@honeycutt424\_176095](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honeycutt424_176095)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-issue-need-help/177898 "2022-02-17T23:07:53Z")
2002 f150 4.6 At first the heat stopped working then a few days later I notice the truck would over heat at stop lights or in slow moving traffic. I tested the fan clutch and the fan had plenty on resistance when the en… --- ## [2006 Nissan Sentra - MPG issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-sentra-mpg-issues/182492)
**Author:** [@Owusuasare](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Owusuasare)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-sentra-mpg-issues/182492 "2022-02-17T17:09:38Z")
My car consum too much fuel so what is the problem.i check the injectors and plugs but still it’s consum more fuel --- ## [2019 Suzuki Swift - Which is the best oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-suzuki-swift-which-is-the-best-oil/182545)
**Author:** [@Nomanali](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nomanali)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-suzuki-swift-which-is-the-best-oil/182545 "2022-02-17T14:02:05Z")
please recommend me engine oil which is most suitable for my car suzuki swift 13.28cc engine oil which increase engine performance efficiency and fuel average. --- ## [2018 Chrysler Pacifica - Charging system warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chrysler-pacifica-charging-system-warning/182530)
**Author:** [@bgc7102010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bgc7102010)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chrysler-pacifica-charging-system-warning/182530 "2022-02-17T13:40:01Z")
charging system service light in dash --- ## [Coolant leak mustang?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-mustang/182525)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-mustang/182525 "2022-02-17T04:16:34Z")
Last weekend I removed the upper intake manifold on my 2005 mustang gt to replace the upper intake gaskets due to lean codes which were caused by a vacuum leak that I found using carb spray. I took this attached picture… --- ## [2017 Honda Fit - Loose skid plate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-fit-loose-skid-plate/182435)
**Author:** [@JudithChartrand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JudithChartrand)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2022, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-fit-loose-skid-plate/182435 "2022-02-17T02:28:58Z")
I too have problems with my 2017 Honda Fit skid plate continually coming unfastened. I have a brother who is an expert on cars, and he says I should simply remove it, that it will cool better without it. Now I just need… --- ## [2001 Ford E350 - Goofy electronics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-e350-goofy-electronics/182536)
**Author:** [@Gillenkandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gillenkandy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-e350-goofy-electronics/182536 "2022-02-16T22:27:33Z")
Sometime the tail lights stop working. When this happens .y turn signals flash very fast but very dim. Sometimes the light on the radio will flash with the signals. Hazards are fine but sometimes also dim. Then the next … --- ## [2015 Dodge Journey Unconnected UConnect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-unconnected-uconnect/182532)
**Author:** [@RRINEY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RRINEY)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-unconnected-uconnect/182532 "2022-02-16T21:57:01Z")
Uconnect is unresponsive on first start-up and sometimes later starts up again also screen goes out or flashes while driving seems to do this in wet or cold weather. --- ## [2013 Tahoe with vibration between 50-55 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-tahoe-with-vibration-between-50-55-mph/182520)
**Author:** [@twneels](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twneels)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-tahoe-with-vibration-between-50-55-mph/182520 "2022-02-16T21:37:02Z")
I have a 2013 tahoe. i installed a used transmission. I had to also have it reprogrammed. It has a vibration between 50-55mph. I also installed a new rear ujoint. I know it needs shocks but can anyone help me as to why… --- ## [Opinions on why my 2011 blower fan isn't working?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-why-my-2011-blower-fan-isnt-working/182482)
**Author:** [@infamousbella07644\_179493](https://community.cartalk.com/u/infamousbella07644_179493)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 11:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-why-my-2011-blower-fan-isnt-working/182482 "2022-02-16T11:28:43Z")
Hey, everyone. I’m learning different things as I go, so bare with me and hopefully give me the proper advice lol. Blower fan stopped working in my 2011 Altima, only 60,000 miles. I checked the fuses in the car and under… --- ## [2006 Subaru Forester - what’s the damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-what-s-the-damage/182471)
**Author:** [@GomezA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GomezA)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-what-s-the-damage/182471 "2022-02-16T04:50:31Z")
My daughters 2006 Subaru Forester “quit” running she said. I discovered it had dumped all it’s coolant through a ruptured by pass hose on the water pump. I replaced the hose refilled with water to check for other leaks a… --- ## [2019 Nissan Altima - Key error](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-key-error/182502)
**Author:** [@garzu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garzu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-key-error/182502 "2022-02-16T01:54:03Z")
Car wont start reads Key errow --- ## [Toyota Corolla 2008 engine start issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-2008-engine-start-issues/182484)
**Author:** [@Jackdarsan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jackdarsan)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2022, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-2008-engine-start-issues/182484 "2022-02-16T01:25:20Z")
Hi all, need some help to figure out what I need to check to determine why this start issue has appeared. Since I have never had any start issues before. So the full history is this; Car hadn’t been driven much during t… --- ## [U joint or driveshaft yoke?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u-joint-or-driveshaft-yoke/179391)
**Author:** [@Calebtgriffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Calebtgriffin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2021, 5:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u-joint-or-driveshaft-yoke/179391 "2021-09-16T05:58:01Z")
vehicle is a 2004 chevy tahoe 2WD. tranny fluid sometimes leaks from slip yoke. had the output shaft seal replaced and it still leaks.pink fluid drips from the yoke/ujoint area anyway not even from the seal.car shakes at… --- ## [2005 Mercedes - Weird Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-weird-noise/182516)
**Author:** [@matbass1994\_179540](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matbass1994_179540)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-weird-noise/182516 "2022-02-15T23:07:47Z")
I drive a Mercedes CLK and have done for the last 4-5 years. This, however, is a very recent problem. What I have noticed is that if I drive somewhere in which I only need to be out the car for a couple of minutes, say … --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee radio screen goes blank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-radio-screen-goes-blank/182512)
**Author:** [@RayBanks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RayBanks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-radio-screen-goes-blank/182512 "2022-02-15T19:39:23Z")
Radio screen goes blank. Radio, time, etc., works, though. is there a separate " fix " for this ? --- ## [2013 Kia Sorento - Radio failures](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-radio-failures/182499)
**Author:** [@Drummerboy04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drummerboy04)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 4:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-radio-failures/182499 "2022-02-15T16:31:18Z")
This is the 2nd audio system I have had in my Kia Sorento, both units, the XM radio quit working, and now my GPS has gone out of my 2 year old unit. What is the problem? Frustrated owner. --- ## [2010 Volkswagen Tiguan coolant is disappearing, can’t find leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-tiguan-coolant-is-disappearing-can-t-find-leak/182462)
**Author:** [@JimAyers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimAyers)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-tiguan-coolant-is-disappearing-can-t-find-leak/182462 "2022-02-15T14:42:09Z")
coolant is disappearing from reservoir but a pressure test does not reveal a leak anywhere. What are other possibilities. --- ## [2007 Subaru Tribeca - Overheats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-subaru-tribeca-overheats/182417)
**Author:** [@M.A.B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/M.A.B)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-subaru-tribeca-overheats/182417 "2022-02-15T14:40:36Z")
2007 b9 have overheating issues --- ## [Can removing a stereo cause a power drain, even if the wires have been tested to check and nothing shows up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-removing-a-stereo-cause-a-power-drain-even-if-the-wires-have-been-tested-to-check-and-nothing-shows-up/172947)
**Author:** [@Tera\_s-Inquiring](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tera_s-Inquiring)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2022, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-removing-a-stereo-cause-a-power-drain-even-if-the-wires-have-been-tested-to-check-and-nothing-shows-up/172947 "2022-02-15T14:03:16Z")
I’m thinking the stereo removal is the hidden culprit. So I bought a pretty rundown but otherwise reliable 1999 Infiniti g20. I hardly know jack about cars, so the mechanic duties fall on my fiance. He’s an experienced … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=175) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=177)