# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=206 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 207 --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Cruze - Electrical glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-cruze-electrical-glitch/179665)
**Author:** [@BRUCETHOMASON](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BRUCETHOMASON)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2021, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-cruze-electrical-glitch/179665 "2021-09-29T03:16:43Z")
no crank no start, started with dome light not working when driver door open, no door ajar message, radio not turning off when door open, onstar coming on when you open the door or tired to start car and I do not have a … --- ## [Tire pressure sensors reading wrong wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-sensors-reading-wrong-wheels/179655)
**Author:** [@StarSword](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StarSword)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-sensors-reading-wrong-wheels/179655 "2021-09-28T23:34:15Z")
2015 Chevy Equinox. I had an alert go off from a tire pressure sensor reading low, topped off the corresponding tire from a gas station air pump, and the alarm was still going afterwards. Somehow the right front tire is … --- ## [Can a new starter blow tail light fuses? (1999 Buick LeSabre)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-new-starter-blow-tail-light-fuses-1999-buick-lesabre/179636)
**Author:** [@natnizer\_177433](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natnizer_177433)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-new-starter-blow-tail-light-fuses-1999-buick-lesabre/179636 "2021-09-28T22:52:11Z")
TLDR: Could a new starter be causing my tail light fuses to blow? How dangerous is it to replace a 10 amp fuse with a 15 amp? Full story: I had my starter replaced last week, and shortly afterwards I noticed that my … --- ## [Ruined rear differential…how do I prevent this from happening again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-rear-differential-how-do-i-prevent-this-from-happening-again/179581)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-rear-differential-how-do-i-prevent-this-from-happening-again/179581 "2021-09-28T22:43:12Z")
Title. To elaborate more, I had my 2005 mustang gt inspected by a mechanic shortly after buying. He found that one thing that needed fixing was a small leak from the pinion seal in the differential. I ended up buying a d… --- ## [Smearing / streaking on windshield after using wipers when raining](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smearing-streaking-on-windshield-after-using-wipers-when-raining/179633)
**Author:** [@sjj3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjj3)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smearing-streaking-on-windshield-after-using-wipers-when-raining/179633 "2021-09-28T13:49:27Z")
Bought my 208 at the start of August, been relatively dry where I live but recently we’ve had a bit of rain, and when driving in the rain I’ve noticed that there’s some weird streaking going on. I have washed the wip… --- ## [2019 Nissan Armada - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-armada-starting-issues/179262)
**Author:** [@mcmorga](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcmorga)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-armada-starting-issues/179262 "2021-09-28T13:41:43Z")
Vehicle would not start. Dash lights would come on, but pushing the start button had no effect. I have replaced the battery about 3 to 4 weeks ago. seemed to clear the problem until today. doing the same as before. --- ## [2004 BMW Z4 Power Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-bmw-z4-power-steering/179519)
**Author:** [@Lisette1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisette1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2021, 7:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-bmw-z4-power-steering/179519 "2021-09-28T07:37:30Z")
Steering wheel is making a whining/grinding sound on turns … anyone have clues as to what the problem might be ?? --- ## [2015 RAV4 Won't Start (Video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav4-wont-start-video/179618)
**Author:** [@lmccormick83\_177418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lmccormick83_177418)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav4-wont-start-video/179618 "2021-09-27T21:02:56Z")
My RAV4 wouldn’t start this morning, here’s the video/sound below. What might it be? The last few start ups have been a little rough, like maybe the timing was off somehow, but it has been running smooth and the check en… --- ## [Hyundai Won't Honor Their Warranty on Theta II Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-wont-honor-their-warranty-on-theta-ii-engine/131513)
**Author:** [@Ken\_Reed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ken_Reed)\ **Replies:** 182\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-wont-honor-their-warranty-on-theta-ii-engine/131513 "2021-09-27T19:51:27Z")
I bought a brand new 2015 Hyundai Sonata in the fall of 2014. In the summer of 2016, with only 33,000 miles on the engine, it failed. If failed in the same manner that the 2011-2014 models failed and were recalled for. … --- ## [Changing battery terminal with existing splice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-battery-terminal-with-existing-splice/179589)
**Author:** [@jktoday\_177402](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jktoday_177402)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-battery-terminal-with-existing-splice/179589 "2021-09-27T16:28:55Z")
Hi, I was trying to change my battery terminals due to corrosion and age and the positive terminal has already been spliced before. It’s way too short to just cut the cable and put on a new terminal. Has anyone ever done… --- ## [2018 RAM 1500 - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ram-1500-shakes/179573)
**Author:** [@RyanG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RyanG)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 11:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ram-1500-shakes/179573 "2021-09-27T11:50:46Z")
My truck shakes at high speeds, mostly over 70mph to the point my seat belt has locked up. I feel it in the body and bed. Steering no shaking. Just noticing It tends to shake more when 1/2 tank of fuel. I have had 3 diff… --- ## [Whistle/Howl Sound at Certain Speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistle-howl-sound-at-certain-speeds/82337)
**Author:** [@56wrestler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/56wrestler)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 9:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistle-howl-sound-at-certain-speeds/82337 "2021-09-27T09:23:16Z")
I have 140,000 miles on my 2005 F-150 and for the past year I have noticed a somewhat high-pitch whistle or howling sound coming from either the front or underneath. The pitch and volume continuously varies as though it … --- ## [2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Dim headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-s-class-dim-headlights/179591)
**Author:** [@davemc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davemc)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2021, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-s-class-dim-headlights/179591 "2021-09-27T03:09:48Z")
My 2004 S430 suffers from really dim headlights (not the brights, they are really good). They are so dim they honestly keep me in the dark. I know I need to fix them but cannot find out any info on doing that. Is this… --- ## [Code Reader - Which one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-reader-which-one/179570)
**Author:** [@CapriRacer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CapriRacer)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2021, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-reader-which-one/179570 "2021-09-26T23:02:04Z")
I’ve decided to join the 21st Century and get a code reader. What features should I be looking for? Is there a brand/model that you prefer? --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Sonic - Fading paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-sonic-fading-paint/179596)
**Author:** [@Ranay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ranay)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2021, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-sonic-fading-paint/179596 "2021-09-26T21:15:05Z")
Purchase this vehicle in 2016. The paint is fading on the roof of the car and on front of this car. I’m pissed off. Hopefully ChevLabody in Greensboro NC will fix the problem. --- ## [02 Grand Cherokee, Bad transfer case?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-grand-cherokee-bad-transfer-case/179585)
**Author:** [@CMcE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CMcE)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2021, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-grand-cherokee-bad-transfer-case/179585 "2021-09-26T15:05:07Z")
Hello everyone im new to vehicles so please bear with me and ill do my best to make sense. I bought an 02 grand cherokee v8 4.7 with Quadradrive (awd, all the time) recently. The dude before me had tires waaaay to big … --- ## [@Triedaq, I need some help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/triedaq-i-need-some-help/179567)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2021, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/triedaq-i-need-some-help/179567 "2021-09-26T02:48:13Z")
@Triedaq, I just got a call from a friend telling me he bought a “very nice” 1955 Pontiac Star Chief last weekend, and since he knows I have more than a passing familiarity with early automatic transmissions, asked if he… --- ## [Drive shaft details](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-details/179575)
**Author:** [@Jordan69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordan69)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2021, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-details/179575 "2021-09-25T23:36:24Z")
Hello guys, I purchased this 2005 trailblazer LS V6 with high miles and as expected, it has some noises and vibrations. A friend told me that the front boot of the driveshaft needs replacement. I also noticed that the r… --- ## [2013 Kia Sorento "ERROR" message on Instrument Cluster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-error-message-on-instrument-cluster/179577)
**Author:** [@dave.dunmyer\_177392](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave.dunmyer_177392)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2021, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-error-message-on-instrument-cluster/179577 "2021-09-25T22:57:41Z")
I have a 2013 Kia Sorento V4. When putting something against the brake peddle to look at my break lights this “ERROR” came up. Key FOB doesn’t work, when inserting key fob into port it starts and gauges work (Fuel, Sp… --- ## [2002 Deville computer issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-deville-computer-issue/179564)
**Author:** [@tbmichael44\_177373](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbmichael44_177373)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2021, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-deville-computer-issue/179564 "2021-09-25T14:06:44Z")
2002 Deville Base Battery went dead due to light being on Removed battery and charged. reinstalled. Shows proper voltage Car started up and runs fine. No radio. Getting power. Fuses ok. No station display or sound. Sec… --- ## [Antique motorcycles -- restoration project?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-motorcycles-restoration-project/179458)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2021, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-motorcycles-restoration-project/179458 "2021-09-25T02:19:46Z")
I know ok4450 is interested in old bikes. Anybody out there want to take a chance at these beauties at a Bethesda, MD, antique shop that is going out of business (for a few months now)? --- ## [Both P0130 and P2198 codes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/both-p0130-and-p2198-codes/179551)
**Author:** [@parryl\_177361](https://community.cartalk.com/u/parryl_177361)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/both-p0130-and-p2198-codes/179551 "2021-09-24T23:27:17Z")
My check engine light is on but the engine runs fine, but I seem to be getting poor gas mileage and very occasionally it will stall when stopping at a traffic light. I’m getting P0130 02 Sensor Circuit Malfunction (Ban… --- ## [AC vents making noise when AC is turned off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-vents-making-noise-when-ac-is-turned-off/179562)
**Author:** [@katojenist\_177372](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katojenist_177372)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-vents-making-noise-when-ac-is-turned-off/179562 "2021-09-24T23:20:15Z")
When I turned off my defroster this morning, the vent(s) started making a loud clunking noise, kind of like knocking, while I was driving. When I turned the motor off and started up again, the noise continued. What can I… --- ## [CV axle snapped, can I JB Weld it together for 1.3 mile drive to Honda at 5 mph?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-snapped-can-i-jb-weld-it-together-for-1-3-mile-drive-to-honda-at-5-mph/179141)
**Author:** [@Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Queue)\ **Replies:** 100\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2021, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-snapped-can-i-jb-weld-it-together-for-1-3-mile-drive-to-honda-at-5-mph/179141 "2021-09-11T03:00:28Z")
Pics: JB Wwld??? - Album on Imgur A few points: -Honda has put a recall for all 2007 to 2013 Honda Fits to replace CV axles in rust belt states. This is a very common problem (according to fitfreak.net, Honda Fit… --- ## [1990 RAM 3500 - Skinny pedal question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ram-3500-skinny-pedal-question/179501)
**Author:** [@CooperParks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CooperParks)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ram-3500-skinny-pedal-question/179501 "2021-09-24T20:29:32Z")
I have a 1990 dodge ram it has a 12valve cummins my question is why is when i stick the skinny pedal on the left to the floor all of this black smoke comes out my exhaust --- ## [2001 Toyota Camry- Sunroof made a break for it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-sunroof-made-a-break-for-it/179548)
**Author:** [@KatieRinaldi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatieRinaldi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-sunroof-made-a-break-for-it/179548 "2021-09-24T19:06:11Z")
While driving at 35 miles per hour, my sunroof blew off in one piece, luckily there were no cars behind me. It has n ever leaked. Is there any recourse? --- ## [Car slow to start and high fuel consumption on idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-and-high-fuel-consumption-on-idle/179526)
**Author:** [@Slayer92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Slayer92)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-and-high-fuel-consumption-on-idle/179526 "2021-09-24T17:30:18Z")
Hello, My diesel car is slow to start in the morning AND when I let the car sit for hours even if its really hot outside.It takes about 4 seconds after I press the START button for the engine to start. Only when I star… --- ## [2000 Honda Civic Cpe - What tire pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-cpe-what-tire-pressure/179525)
**Author:** [@A154](https://community.cartalk.com/u/A154)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-cpe-what-tire-pressure/179525 "2021-09-24T13:16:01Z")
I have a Honda civic 1.4s 2000 I would like to know what my tyre pressures should be I my tyres are size 195x50x15. Many thanks . Alan --- ## [Car dies when making right turn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-making-right-turn/2465)
**Author:** [@JennieRS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JennieRS)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-making-right-turn/2465 "2021-09-24T12:53:13Z")
My elderly father-in-law owns a late 90's model Chevrolet which has just developed a most alarming problem. On occasion, when he is making a right hand turn, the car will just totally die in the middle of the road! It … --- ## [2017 Subaru Impreza - AC condenser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-impreza-ac-condenser/179556)
**Author:** [@Robert16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert16)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2021, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-impreza-ac-condenser/179556 "2021-09-24T11:36:31Z")
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