# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=202 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 203 --- ## [2004 Toyota Sienna - Exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-exhaust/179959)
**Author:** [@RICHARDLSARMONT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RICHARDLSARMONT)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-exhaust/179959 "2021-10-15T17:40:27Z")
All exhaust pipes and catalytic convers have disintegrated. Told by the repair man that Toyota uses low quality metal for the exhaust system. Cost was $3,000. --- ## [2001 Dodge Ram 1500 - which coolant?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-ram-1500-which-coolant/179876)
**Author:** [@toddearley24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toddearley24)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-ram-1500-which-coolant/179876 "2021-10-15T16:26:59Z")
What coolant should I use --- ## [Engine MAF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-maf/179985)
**Author:** [@Sawyerernst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sawyerernst)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-maf/179985 "2021-10-15T13:33:24Z")
My truck threw a code for the MAF and all signs were pointing to that being the problem also eg jerking, hesitation to accelerate. It also died on the road a couple of days ago and can’t get it to turn on for more than 5… --- ## [Toyota 2017 Camry - Paint Scratches since new. Dealer buffed, many more scratches found - Refuses to do anything](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-2017-camry-paint-scratches-since-new-dealer-buffed-many-more-scratches-found-refuses-to-do-anything/116438)
**Author:** [@ToyotaWill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToyotaWill)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-2017-camry-paint-scratches-since-new-dealer-buffed-many-more-scratches-found-refuses-to-do-anything/116438 "2021-10-15T13:27:10Z")
I have been through living H\*ll with this dealership. I bought the vehicle new in July, 2017. They are 60 miles away - BIG MISTAKE to purchase at a distance dealer. Because of the dark & unique color of Cosmic Grey, I… --- ## [2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Auto start issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-auto-start-issue/179987)
**Author:** [@Sbenz43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sbenz43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-auto-start-issue/179987 "2021-10-15T13:15:53Z")
Auto start starts but vehicle shuts off and check engine light comes on. --- ## [2013 Camaro wheel well rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-camaro-wheel-well-rust/179974)
**Author:** [@Brandon-77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brandon-77)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-camaro-wheel-well-rust/179974 "2021-10-15T13:07:34Z")
I’ve got some rust above the rear driver’s side wheel well. I’m Interested in getting it fixed, but don’t know if this is best left to the professionals. I’d like to do it myself if possible, so any advice is appreciate… --- ## [2012 Chevy Equinox Squealing Noise Driver Side Front Wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-equinox-squealing-noise-driver-side-front-wheel/179989)
**Author:** [@J-HANK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J-HANK)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2021, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-equinox-squealing-noise-driver-side-front-wheel/179989 "2021-10-15T03:59:14Z")
I have a 2012 Chevy Equinox that is making an intermittent squealing noise from drivers side front wheel. It seems to only make the noise when the car is up to operating temperature and above 40+mph. The noise stops once… --- ## [Truck won't latch Nissan sentra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-latch-nissan-sentra/179983)
**Author:** [@mkluza98\_177643](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mkluza98_177643)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-latch-nissan-sentra/179983 "2021-10-14T23:33:37Z")
I have a Nissan Sentra and I backed into a car :neutral\_face: now my trunk won’t latch, any ideas how to fix it? --- ## [2014 Scion tC - Diesel in the gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-scion-tc-diesel-in-the-gas-tank/179950)
**Author:** [@Ena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ena)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-scion-tc-diesel-in-the-gas-tank/179950 "2021-10-14T18:50:00Z")
Scion TC My son puts diesel gas on his 2014 Scion tc. Drove it and it stopped. What are the chances of it getting it back to driving condition? Anyone… --- ## [Cyclic unidentified sound in Volvo C30](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cyclic-unidentified-sound-in-volvo-c30/179963)
**Author:** [@st.hakabaker\_177672](https://community.cartalk.com/u/st.hakabaker_177672)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cyclic-unidentified-sound-in-volvo-c30/179963 "2021-10-14T18:46:39Z")
Hi all, Thanks in advance for any input. We recently purchased a 2009 Volvo C30. Had the front tires replaced and balanced. Then this sound started happening a few hours after we picked it up from the garage. I notice… --- ## [Strange rattle / rumbling noise when acceleration (cold start)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-rattle-rumbling-noise-when-acceleration-cold-start/179953)
**Author:** [@snahfu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snahfu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-rattle-rumbling-noise-when-acceleration-cold-start/179953 "2021-10-14T16:55:11Z")
It sounds like its coming from the engine but I could be wrong since the sound is very deep and difficult to pinpoint. I can feel the rumbling / vibrations inside the cabin itself. It only happens when accelerating. Fun… --- ## [2000 Pontiac Firebird - Caught on fire while jump starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-firebird-caught-on-fire-while-jump-starting/179922)
**Author:** [@kimmy39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimmy39)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-firebird-caught-on-fire-while-jump-starting/179922 "2021-10-14T15:48:35Z")
my car caught on fire during a jump …the fire was on the left hand side maybe the alternator --- ## [1992 Mercury Sable - Tire vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mercury-sable-tire-vibration/179928)
**Author:** [@Luis39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luis39)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 11:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mercury-sable-tire-vibration/179928 "2021-10-14T11:58:34Z")
Front tires vibrate too much when brakes are applied. I have taken to three different shops over the period of 9 years and all they do change rotor ,brakes tires and the last time front cellophane stills rattled and sha… --- ## [Air Intake Manifold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-intake-manifold/179956)
**Author:** [@PeteC1992](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeteC1992)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-intake-manifold/179956 "2021-10-14T11:52:17Z")
Hi, I am a car maintenance novice looking to replace the air intake manifold on my Ford Focus 2008 as my one has a slit in it. I got the part number from the component and ordered one online. The replacement part ha… --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-battery-issue/179916)
**Author:** [@VictorMoreno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VictorMoreno)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-battery-issue/179916 "2021-10-14T05:21:05Z")
Hybrid system has stopped on 2019 Highlander hybrid, 3rd time. Car was parked all 3 times, Dealer says problem occurs because the car isn’t driven enough or is only driven short distances. --- ## [Salvage title statement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvage-title-statement/179867)
**Author:** [@desnur\_177590](https://community.cartalk.com/u/desnur_177590)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvage-title-statement/179867 "2021-10-14T04:47:07Z")
Hi everybody. A month ago I bought a car, but it has a salvage title. I’m not very good at the legal part, which I later regretted. The car was repaired, and was sold in good condition with the exception of the title. I … --- ## [2007 Mazda 3 Timing Belt Tensioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-3-timing-belt-tensioner/179837)
**Author:** [@Jake-Gittes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jake-Gittes)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-3-timing-belt-tensioner/179837 "2021-10-14T04:30:09Z")
I recently had the timing chain replaced on my 2007 Mazda 3 with 310,000 mi. Shortly after I started noticing a rattling sound when applying the gas pedal. I had heard this sound prior to the TC replacement but it was mu… --- ## [2011 GMC Acadia runs rough at 55 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-acadia-runs-rough-at-55-mph/179939)
**Author:** [@Dylan-Perry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dylan-Perry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-acadia-runs-rough-at-55-mph/179939 "2021-10-14T04:13:38Z")
Today when driving to work my 2011 GMC Acadia started running very rough at 55 mph and the check engine light came on. It ran fine at any speed below that, but the check engine light stayed on (solid). Any help on figuri… --- ## [Luxcare finish protection](https://community.cartalk.com/t/luxcare-finish-protection/89417)
**Author:** [@dogboner2001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dogboner2001)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/luxcare-finish-protection/89417 "2021-10-14T02:23:22Z")
Was offered this product as a dealer add-on during the Finance Department's portion of my recent new car purchase ("$499, regularly $699"). Thoughts? --- ## [2000 Mazda Protege - Alternator or battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mazda-protege-alternator-or-battery/179903)
**Author:** [@Reb13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reb13)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2021, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mazda-protege-alternator-or-battery/179903 "2021-10-14T00:46:27Z")
Headlights going dim and wipers going at slower rate than usual while driving in rain Car died and had to be boosted off four times before being towed to destination. Is this alternator or bad battery? --- ## [Tail light not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tail-light-not-working/179907)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tail-light-not-working/179907 "2021-10-13T23:58:35Z")
I put my daughter in a 2009 Cobalt. As we were leaving the house this morning, I noticed her right tail light was out. Brake light worked fine. I changed the bulb, which was burnt, with a bulb I had at the house and s… --- ## [2005 Nissan Xterra - Crank sensor - What's my first step?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-xterra-crank-sensor-whats-my-first-step/179941)
**Author:** [@Marcgz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcgz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-xterra-crank-sensor-whats-my-first-step/179941 "2021-10-13T23:04:42Z")
change crankshaft sensor on a 2005 Nissan Xterra --- ## [2007 Lexus LS 460 - Power steering issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-ls-460-power-steering-issue/179925)
**Author:** [@JOE35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOE35)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-ls-460-power-steering-issue/179925 "2021-10-13T17:20:27Z")
power steering warning light has been coming on periodically for last yr but only when 1st started car, said take to dealer. Today husband drove to store 3 miles away and on the way back power steering got hard to turn a… --- ## [Brake sensors BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-sensors-bmw/179926)
**Author:** [@riaanshweta\_175004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riaanshweta_175004)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-sensors-bmw/179926 "2021-10-13T04:22:49Z")
Hi How many brake sensors are required for BMW cars? Thanks --- ## [2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine died and won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-silverado-1500-engine-died-and-won-t-start/179880)
**Author:** [@MartinSpalding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MartinSpalding)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 13, 2021, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-silverado-1500-engine-died-and-won-t-start/179880 "2021-10-13T01:06:23Z")
Went 3 blocks from home, engine quit would not start, towed back home haven’t been able to start again. --- ## [2002 Dodge Dakota - Doesn't like the cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-dakota-doesnt-like-the-cold/179891)
**Author:** [@RodneyDorscher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RodneyDorscher)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-dakota-doesnt-like-the-cold/179891 "2021-10-12T21:00:46Z")
it only happens when it get colder when it wont shift what part need to be change out --- ## [2014 Jeep Compass - Window issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-window-issue/179895)
**Author:** [@AllJeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllJeep)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-compass-window-issue/179895 "2021-10-12T20:49:55Z")
I have a 2014 Jeep Compass, the windows do not go up or down. It started with the drivers side window not going up. Took it to the dealer and they said it was the motor and replaced it. That cost a lot. A few weeks late… --- ## [Whining noise between 0-40mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-between-0-40mph/179913)
**Author:** [@Jeris-Guse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeris-Guse)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-between-0-40mph/179913 "2021-10-12T17:00:42Z")
The other day I heard a noise coming from my front driver side tire. It was very quiet and I didn’t think anything of it. Well it got more noticeable today. It’s basically from takeoff to about 40mph and the sound ramps … --- ## [2009 Kia Sportage - Airbags and shaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-sportage-airbags-and-shaking/179910)
**Author:** [@Dan08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan08)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2021, 12:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-sportage-airbags-and-shaking/179910 "2021-10-12T12:32:44Z")
airbag light stays on brakes work fine but at 70 mph front end shakes brakes were replaced 2 times with new pads and rotors about 12000 on new brakes when the problem starts happening? --- ## [2007 Manual Kia Rio Squeal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-manual-kia-rio-squeal/179906)
**Author:** [@Skjei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skjei)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2021, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-manual-kia-rio-squeal/179906 "2021-10-11T22:06:11Z")
I have a 2007 Kia Rio manual that has been squealing on start-up. At first I thought it was a belt issue and have been putting it off (I know, I know). The squealing had been going away after about 15-30 seconds after s… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=201) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=203)