# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=205 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 206 --- ## [Starter tested ok, could it still be bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-tested-ok-could-it-still-be-bad/96622)
**Author:** [@BobB1969](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobB1969)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2021, 8:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-tested-ok-could-it-still-be-bad/96622 "2021-10-02T08:29:40Z")
2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse GT 3.0...Car won't start, Turns over very slow, then stops and clicks. After a few tries we get smoke and burnt smell coming from area where starter is found. I had the battery checked, it checked… --- ## [2010 Chevy Tahoe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-tahoe/179726)
**Author:** [@lqshlewis\_176277](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lqshlewis_176277)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2021, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-tahoe/179726 "2021-10-02T02:44:05Z")
So I just bought a 2010 Chevy Tahoe about two weeks ago. So the truck on Tuesday out of nowhere started having smoke come out of the tailpipe when starting it up. It doesn’t do it everytime you start it up but most times… --- ## [2015 Toyota Corolla - Did I get ripped off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-corolla-did-i-get-ripped-off/179711)
**Author:** [@Duke46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Duke46)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2021, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-corolla-did-i-get-ripped-off/179711 "2021-10-02T02:34:23Z")
My local shop ask me 100$ for a simple fuel injector cleaning. Took them 10 mins. Did I got screwed? Tks! --- ## [$700 to repair wheel bearing issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/700-to-repair-wheel-bearing-issue/167030)
**Author:** [@nj2bos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nj2bos)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2021, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/700-to-repair-wheel-bearing-issue/167030 "2021-10-02T00:28:53Z")
Dropped my car off at a mechanic to check into an issue I’ve been having (groaning in the front/left wheel). Turns out it is a wheel bearing that needs to be replaced and the mechanic quoted me $750 for the job, saying “… --- ## [Interior car panel loose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-car-panel-loose/179723)
**Author:** [@david.dobbin80\_177489](https://community.cartalk.com/u/david.dobbin80_177489)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2021, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-car-panel-loose/179723 "2021-10-01T23:41:18Z")
Hi. The interior panel on my car has come loose (by driver footwell side) after getting a reverse camera fitted. Any advise on how to fix it (when I hook it back in place it just comes out again) Help greatly apprec… --- ## [1991 Ford Ranger - Scratchy Sounds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-ranger-scratchy-sounds/179705)
**Author:** [@Todd50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Todd50)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-ranger-scratchy-sounds/179705 "2021-10-01T23:30:00Z")
On ocation my 91 Ranger XLT 4.0 auto starts cutting out at 55-56mph. At times I can hear a scratchy sound under my hood while driving next to something that can bounce sound while driving. I hear it only when cut out wil… --- ## [2013 Audi A8 - $10,000 part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-audi-a8-10-000-part/179543)
**Author:** [@Bellgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bellgirl)\ **Replies:** 89\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2021, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-audi-a8-10-000-part/179543 "2021-10-01T22:24:46Z")
Purchased a 2013 A8 from Audi. The car current mileage is 40,000 and is well maintained by Audi. A few months ago, the car started chugging and lost power while exiting off a busy highway. The vehicle stalled immediately… --- ## [2000 Honda Civic DX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-dx/179657)
**Author:** [@jjuanmndzz58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jjuanmndzz58)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2021, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-dx/179657 "2021-10-01T13:35:55Z")
Hello, I recently bought a 2000 Honda civic dx on offer up for $2,800 with 120k miles in flamenco black and its a manual. It’s my first car and I’m very confused on what I should do, it needs a bit of work interior wise … --- ## [Drivers front wheel on 2008 Ford F150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-front-wheel-on-2008-ford-f150/179695)
**Author:** [@Geoff-Price](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Geoff-Price)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-front-wheel-on-2008-ford-f150/179695 "2021-09-30T23:52:43Z")
I have a 2008 Ford F-150 4x4 with 162,000 miles on it. The driver’s side front wheel has been getting hot when I drive it for more than 10 miles a trip. When I get out I can “smell” that it’s hot and the rim is very hot … --- ## [Hole in headlight assembly causing condensation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-headlight-assembly-causing-condensation/179580)
**Author:** [@hannahabuata](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hannahabuata)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-headlight-assembly-causing-condensation/179580 "2021-09-30T23:38:28Z")
I’m having an issue with my headlights. One headlight looks pretty good, no condensation or fogginess. The other headlight has had condensation in it for as long as I can remember and have tried almost everything to get … --- ## [2003 BMW 525 - Coolant alert](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-525-coolant-alert/179674)
**Author:** [@Dustoff51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dustoff51)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-525-coolant-alert/179674 "2021-09-30T14:05:00Z")
Engine coolant leak indicator light came on. I have installed upper and lower radiator hoses, rather my technician did, in November 2019. Eurasian Auto, after the coolant light came on, installed a radiator and Water P… --- ## [2004 Chevy Venture speedometer not working properly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-venture-speedometer-not-working-properly/179677)
**Author:** [@ednja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ednja)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-venture-speedometer-not-working-properly/179677 "2021-09-30T13:14:24Z")
When I’m doing short daily trips, the speedometer seems to be normal. When I go on a long trip, the speedometer starts saying I’m going faster than I’m actually going. As the trip gets longer and longer, the reading g… --- ## [Wheel Spacers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-spacers/20335)
**Author:** [@Bill\_Hart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill_Hart)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2008, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-spacers/20335 "2008-10-04T21:12:58Z")
I am having to go to wheel spacers to avoid touching new and larger calipers on my 2003 Mini Cooper S. I have decided to use H&R spacers and extension bolts. The choices are 5mm, 15mm and then it continues on up… --- ## [Will mustang pony rims fit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-mustang-pony-rims-fit/68205)
**Author:** [@stovebolt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stovebolt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2011, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-mustang-pony-rims-fit/68205 "2011-09-26T12:46:56Z")
I have a 1981 ford Fairmont with factory 14'' wheels and was thinking about putting 1993 mustang factory pony 16x7 rims. They both 4 lug. Don't know the backspacing.Has any body done this kind of wheel swap on and older … --- ## [2012 Volkswagen Passat - Transmission is leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-passat-transmission-is-leaking/179631)
**Author:** [@ralph47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ralph47)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-passat-transmission-is-leaking/179631 "2021-09-30T03:14:13Z")
Transmission is leaking fluid. --- ## [Squeaking Sound While Braking At Low Speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-sound-while-braking-at-low-speeds/179227)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-sound-while-braking-at-low-speeds/179227 "2021-09-30T02:46:25Z")
I have a 2005 Camry. Disc brakes in the front, drum in the rear. I’ve noticed a squeaking sound coming from the front of the vehicle while braking at low speeds. It doesn’t happen every time, but only sometimes, even aft… --- ## [2015 Nissan Quest oxygen sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-quest-oxygen-sensor/179641)
**Author:** [@Cookiesnwings\_177444](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cookiesnwings_177444)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-quest-oxygen-sensor/179641 "2021-09-30T01:00:57Z")
I have a Nissan Quest 2015 that I got a diagnostic on and result was oxygen sensor. I was told to clean it and it should be fine. The problem is, I’ve called multiple car repair shops that say you can’t clean them you ha… --- ## [2012 Ford F-150 - I left with it steaming](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-f-150-i-left-with-it-steaming/179643)
**Author:** [@Conrad46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Conrad46)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-f-150-i-left-with-it-steaming/179643 "2021-09-29T23:30:15Z")
I left my 2012 Ford F-150 steaming, after sometime, I went to the car and noticed that the engine was off and the battery drained. I noticed some oil around the engine compartment and the liquid in the coolant container… --- ## [1999 Toyota Camry - Plugs - Do I really need to replace them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-plugs-do-i-really-need-to-replace-them/179615)
**Author:** [@Wc0528](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wc0528)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-plugs-do-i-really-need-to-replace-them/179615 "2021-09-29T23:08:20Z")
Have owned my car since new. 170k on the original spark plugs. Do I have to install plugs regardless of how good it runs? How about spark plug wires and coils? Thx --- ## [2014 Jeep Cherokee - Key fob frustrations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-key-fob-frustrations/179623)
**Author:** [@Rebuilder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebuilder)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-key-fob-frustrations/179623 "2021-09-29T19:14:19Z")
1 key fob work and one does not , I have tried everything I know to make it work but to nothing. I can get a new one but will it self program or not. --- ## [2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Smokes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-smokes/179676)
**Author:** [@ed13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ed13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-smokes/179676 "2021-09-29T19:08:55Z")
mi suv has 19000 miles and it smokes somtimes --- ## [2003 Volkswagen Eurovan - Steering rack - where do I start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-volkswagen-eurovan-steering-rack-where-do-i-start/179648)
**Author:** [@Uflschs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Uflschs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-volkswagen-eurovan-steering-rack-where-do-i-start/179648 "2021-09-29T18:43:24Z")
Need information on replacing my steering rack , can anyone help!! --- ## [2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee - It wasn't the coils or plugs :(](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-it-wasnt-the-coils-or-plugs/179613)
**Author:** [@chuckgibson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chuckgibson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-it-wasnt-the-coils-or-plugs/179613 "2021-09-29T18:37:54Z")
My daughters 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee began to sputter and vibrate when driving. The code for this failure suggested misfiring (spark plugs and coil). Both were replaced and the issue is still present. Any further sugges… --- ## [Ford focus 2015 SE electrical issues? Possible ECU failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-2015-se-electrical-issues-possible-ecu-failure/179625)
**Author:** [@psykonautics\_177426](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psykonautics_177426)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-2015-se-electrical-issues-possible-ecu-failure/179625 "2021-09-29T16:48:33Z")
So… This is the 2nd time this has happened: Driving my car and all of a sudden, “hillside assist not available” alert appears on the dash, my left turn signal won’t turn off, I drive the car home, turn it off, and now i… --- ## [2014 Honda Civic Sdn - Fuel gauge can't make up its mind](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-civic-sdn-fuel-gauge-cant-make-up-its-mind/179629)
**Author:** [@MichaelFortune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelFortune)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-civic-sdn-fuel-gauge-cant-make-up-its-mind/179629 "2021-09-29T16:30:41Z")
Fuel gauge give miss reading sometime it reads full when it’s half then goes back to full another time it says low fuel. --- ## [Disconnected Vacuum Lines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disconnected-vacuum-lines/179656)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disconnected-vacuum-lines/179656 "2021-09-29T15:27:19Z")
My 1982 Ford Granada (3.8L V6) recently had a stalling problem. I noticed an unused vacuum pipe on the intake manifold that was uncovered. Its rubber cap was off and lying next to the small pipe. I re-attached it with a … --- ## [Mass Airflow Trouble 99 Chevrolet Silverado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mass-airflow-trouble-99-chevrolet-silverado/179660)
**Author:** [@robertjamesboucher\_177453](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robertjamesboucher_177453)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mass-airflow-trouble-99-chevrolet-silverado/179660 "2021-09-29T15:02:59Z")
I’ve got a 99 Silverado 1500 with about 400 000 km on her. About a year ago I had a check engine code come up related to the MAF sensor. I put off replacing it because I don’t drive the truck very often. I finally got… --- ## [99 Buick sputters between 45-60 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-buick-sputters-between-45-60-mph/179601)
**Author:** [@travis.dougherty\_177412](https://community.cartalk.com/u/travis.dougherty_177412)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-buick-sputters-between-45-60-mph/179601 "2021-09-29T11:24:27Z")
Hello, my grandma left me her 1999 Buick Century. Runs and looks great, but it kicks and sputters between 45-60 mph, then is fine otherwise. I’ve changed the plugs, wires, coil packs, fuel filter, fuel pump, and I’ve cle… --- ## [2021 Toyota RAV4 - Fuel tank defect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-rav4-fuel-tank-defect/179486)
**Author:** [@JonathanH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JonathanH)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 9:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-rav4-fuel-tank-defect/179486 "2021-09-29T09:49:57Z")
I purchased this car in July 2021, and have noticed that every time I fill the car I am only able to fill ~12 gallons out of the 14.5. I am allowing the car to get to about 30 miles left so I know there should be more fu… --- ## [Is it normal for this to be sticking out under car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-normal-for-this-to-be-sticking-out-under-car/179603)
**Author:** [@Doublejm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doublejm1)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 9:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-normal-for-this-to-be-sticking-out-under-car/179603 "2021-09-29T09:20:24Z")
See attached image. I noticed this tube sticking out underneath my car while walking around my complex this afternoon. I’ve asked two people and they have no idea what it is. I took my car to the dealer for maintenanc… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=204) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=206)