# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=211 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 212 --- ## [To use sealant or not? Water pump installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-sealant-or-not-water-pump-installation/179121)
**Author:** [@Saturnia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saturnia)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-sealant-or-not-water-pump-installation/179121 "2021-09-04T00:14:21Z")
Hello, I am attempting my first DIY water pump + timing belt installation. I already have everything apart. The vehicle is a 2000 KIA SPORTAGE EX. The water pump that came with a paper gasket and the instruction sheet … --- ## [2010 Lincoln MKT - Clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-clicks/179157)
**Author:** [@Bromsey7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bromsey7)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-clicks/179157 "2021-09-03T22:15:57Z")
my lincoln MKT 2010 that I bought used about 1 month ago made a clicking noise inside the car. Then the car would not drive it loss pressure. It barely made it home. If flashed across the scream loss of pressure. --- ## [2012 Honda CR-V - Starter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-starter-issues/179038)
**Author:** [@dirtysecretsauto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dirtysecretsauto)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-starter-issues/179038 "2021-09-03T21:24:42Z")
2012 Honda CRV go to start and nothing tried it again and a third time and it started. this only after the car has been sitting for 5 to 10 minutes. Tried the mechanics key and the spare the same results random times to… --- ## [1982 Porsche 928 - Gas leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-porsche-928-gas-leak/178816)
**Author:** [@Ph0n3Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ph0n3Guy)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-porsche-928-gas-leak/178816 "2021-09-03T19:28:57Z")
I have a 1982 Porsche 928 with small slit in gas tank dose anyone know what type of plastic the tank is made of? Thanks for any help --- ## [Rearview mirror replacement advice needed'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-replacement-advice-needed/179138)
**Author:** [@Renegade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Renegade)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-replacement-advice-needed/179138 "2021-09-03T00:09:30Z")
It has been a few years since I have had this problem I need to glue the rearview mirror back to the windshield I know that adhesives have changed a lot what brands if any would y’all recommend. I don’t have a garage it … --- ## [Who needs jack stands?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-needs-jack-stands/177398)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-needs-jack-stands/177398 "2021-09-02T19:45:40Z")
Not this guy! --- ## [Let's talk about car audio speakers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-talk-about-car-audio-speakers/178783)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-talk-about-car-audio-speakers/178783 "2021-09-02T01:50:27Z")
Every car I have owned, the factory speakers have worn out, or were worn out when I bought the car. This results in an annoying buzzing/rattling noise and heavy distortion whenever the music contains any bass at all. I… --- ## [Stable and safe jacking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stable-and-safe-jacking/179117)
**Author:** [@hagenboggs\_176715](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hagenboggs_176715)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stable-and-safe-jacking/179117 "2021-09-01T22:49:40Z")
I recently jacked up my car to have a quick look underneath (I was looking for damage after an unfortunate incident with a raccoon :frowning: ) and needed to raise the vehicle a decent amount to get enough room for me to… --- ## [2020 Nissan Sentra - tough to access the oil pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-sentra-tough-to-access-the-oil-pan/178971)
**Author:** [@Hiroshi04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hiroshi04)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-sentra-tough-to-access-the-oil-pan/178971 "2021-09-01T19:43:31Z")
Early this year my granddaughter bought a new 2020 Nissan Sentra SV. When I went to change her oil, I could not see the oil filter or the oil pan; they were hidden under two splash shields that covered most of the botto… --- ## [2015 VW Passat 1.8t is making a rhythmic noise (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-vw-passat-1-8t-is-making-a-rhythmic-noise-video/164880)
**Author:** [@Aleforge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aleforge)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-vw-passat-1-8t-is-making-a-rhythmic-noise-video/164880 "2021-09-01T13:25:44Z")
Hi everyone, I have been having this “weird” noise on and off for a month or two now. It’s a rhythmic noise that doesn’t seem to coincide with anything else going on. Such as the RPMs stay steady, as well as the electri… --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Cobalt - No second gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-cobalt-no-second-gear/179101)
**Author:** [@ReneMunoz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ReneMunoz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-cobalt-no-second-gear/179101 "2021-09-01T06:21:28Z")
transmission wont shift to second gear --- ## [2014 Dodge Ram 1500 - DEF issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-dodge-ram-1500-def-issues/179078)
**Author:** [@ErnieBlair](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ErnieBlair)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2021, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-dodge-ram-1500-def-issues/179078 "2021-09-01T04:40:00Z")
Def problems Dealer says intermittent signal from Def Sensors… Cannot repair Must replace tank whole unit… … quoted me $4000.00 plus installation costs and then the Tax Probably more like $5000.00. I am not a ve… --- ## [2006 Ford Focus - Sounds old](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-focus-sounds-old/178991)
**Author:** [@me26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/me26)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-focus-sounds-old/178991 "2021-08-31T23:39:12Z")
My 2006 FF sounds like a 100 year old car --- ## [2005 Buick LeSabre - AC clutch issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-lesabre-ac-clutch-issues/179098)
**Author:** [@Iggy19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Iggy19)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-lesabre-ac-clutch-issues/179098 "2021-08-31T22:49:34Z")
AC not working clutch not kicking on, Fuse 26 is good --- ## [1996 Ford Econoline Commercial Cutaway - Rough shifts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-econoline-commercial-cutaway-rough-shifts/179083)
**Author:** [@mmannddalla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmannddalla)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-econoline-commercial-cutaway-rough-shifts/179083 "2021-08-31T21:00:26Z")
1996 Ford VAN CUTAWAY BANTAM COLLONS SHORT SCHOOL BUS BODY E350 DIESEL 40D TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC Rough shifting and overdrive light blinking. Trans was checked, by specialist , is perfect. computer diagnosis shows… --- ## [Car dies at idel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-at-idel/178942)
**Author:** [@\_17u](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_17u)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-at-idel/178942 "2021-08-31T20:54:43Z")
Accent 97 So after I replaced the assembly pipe i had to remove a lot of things and when I putted all back the car dies at idel . If I hold the gas pedal it keep ignated but as soon as I relase the gas pedal the car di… --- ## [2021 Chevrolet 1500 - Rattles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-1500-rattles/179069)
**Author:** [@KSparkman\_Raven\_Ky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KSparkman_Raven_Ky)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-chevrolet-1500-rattles/179069 "2021-08-31T19:06:05Z")
I have a 2020 silverado 4x4, 6.2 engine that makes metallic rattling noise in driver side front wheel. noise is there whether it is in either 4 or 2 wheel drive. have contacted GM, they tell me there is no fix for the pr… --- ## [Best Mercedes mechanic for young classics in NYC area? 1989 300E](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-mercedes-mechanic-for-young-classics-in-nyc-area-1989-300e/179073)
**Author:** [@enbird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enbird)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-mercedes-mechanic-for-young-classics-in-nyc-area-1989-300e/179073 "2021-08-31T18:28:46Z")
Looking for a vintage / young classic Mercedes specialist in the NYC area for my 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300E. Had pretty dismal service experiences at a MB dealer, so I’m looking for a place that specializes in diagnosing is… --- ## [Car loses power when I stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-loses-power-when-i-stop/179093)
**Author:** [@jxvpn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jxvpn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-loses-power-when-i-stop/179093 "2021-08-31T16:07:41Z")
I’ll be driving and once I come to a complete stop at lights or a stop sign I lose all power to accelerate the revs will sit just under 2k and I’ll have my foot all the way down on the pedal but there’s just no power com… --- ## [Car won’t shift into first gear first thing in the morning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-won-t-shift-into-first-gear-first-thing-in-the-morning/178952)
**Author:** [@Adediranhs\_176898](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adediranhs_176898)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-won-t-shift-into-first-gear-first-thing-in-the-morning/178952 "2021-08-31T15:28:18Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Camry with automatic transmission, it has a problem with shifting into drive gear, first thing in the morning and when it has been parked for like 15mins. Sometimes I am forced to rev the car befo… --- ## [2010 Nissan Sentra clicks when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-clicks-when-braking/179050)
**Author:** [@vanilla47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vanilla47)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 11:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-clicks-when-braking/179050 "2021-08-31T11:11:51Z")
loud clicking noise when I brake/release only --- ## [Car Body Rust Paint Repair Kit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-body-rust-paint-repair-kit/179084)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-body-rust-paint-repair-kit/179084 "2021-08-31T02:04:13Z")
Hello Friends, I have a 2005 Camry. Looking to repair some rusty spots on the body. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ireaL\_otVeM Something similar to this video. Except I would need a clear coat as well. Can anyone re… --- ## [2015 Kia Sorento - VVT troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sorento-vvt-troubles/179007)
**Author:** [@LindaDReynolds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaDReynolds)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2021, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sorento-vvt-troubles/179007 "2021-08-31T00:25:55Z")
59000 miles on my 2015. In the last 4 weeks, has been in for repair. VVT solenoid replaced, enjine light back on with same syptoms (no power and stalling). Second repair, VVT solenoid replaced again. Now I am told if it … --- ## [2013 Honda Accord 2.4L Intermittent Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-2-4l-intermittent-starting-problem/108664)
**Author:** [@Frustrated\_Honda\_Owner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frustrated_Honda_Owner)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-2-4l-intermittent-starting-problem/108664 "2021-08-30T23:52:16Z")
I have a 2013 Honda Accord 2.4L with only 35,000 miles. About a month and a half ago, I started experiencing an intermittent starting problem with the push start button. When I depress the brake pedal and push the start… --- ## [84 Vanagon stutters and dies on freeway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/84-vanagon-stutters-and-dies-on-freeway/179019)
**Author:** [@cat00x](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cat00x)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/84-vanagon-stutters-and-dies-on-freeway/179019 "2021-08-30T22:50:03Z")
I took a two-month road trip from Calif. to Indians and back in the fall of 2019. When we got not Utah I started having the problem where the van stuttered, lost power and eventually died. If I waited anywhere from 10 mi… --- ## [Ford Escape door trim clips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-door-trim-clips/179063)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-door-trim-clips/179063 "2021-08-30T18:33:21Z")
I have a 2017 Ford Escape. The back door panel has a habit of coming loose at the bottom, which causes the door to stick and sometimes not open without some effort. I have reviewed videos of how to remove the panel and… --- ## [Oil pressure gauge not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-gauge-not-working/178670)
**Author:** [@JimFreeman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimFreeman)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-gauge-not-working/178670 "2021-08-30T17:52:43Z")
After getting fuel filter fixed, decided to change plugs, wires, distributor cap and rotor. 2 days later oil pressure gauge quit. Dip stick showed normal operating level. Connection to switch is secure. Replacement cost … --- ## [Transmission fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid/178800)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid/178800 "2021-08-30T17:41:42Z")
It’s my understanding that I need to change the transmission fluid to my little Nissan Versa every 60,000 miles. It’s now over 80,000 so hopefully it’s not too late to change it? Also, as far as what kind of shop has the… --- ## [2009 Volkswagen CC - Odd noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-cc-odd-noise/179071)
**Author:** [@Muaffaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Muaffaq)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-cc-odd-noise/179071 "2021-08-30T17:03:03Z")
I started hearing noise in the engine during ignition and the cooling fan was working from the beginning of starting engine There is no engine light on or any light --- ## [Starter disengaging flywheel too soon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-disengaging-flywheel-too-soon/179018)
**Author:** [@mliang2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mliang2)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-disengaging-flywheel-too-soon/179018 "2021-08-30T17:01:14Z")
Got a 2000 Honda Accord, 4CLY, Automatic. 120K miles. The starter turns over the engine and briefly engages the flywheel. The flywheel disengages shortly before the car can be started while the starter continues to run.… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=210) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=212)