# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=216 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 217 --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry transmission slips on turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-transmission-slips-on-turns/178742)
**Author:** [@GeorgeN.Stephenson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgeN.Stephenson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-transmission-slips-on-turns/178742 "2021-08-14T20:17:48Z")
On a right angle turn at a stop light the wheels appear to over speed the CVT and when accelerated the engine speeds up, without any acceleration. This happens on a left turn. --- ## [2015 Ford Escape battery dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-dies/178735)
**Author:** [@stumpy05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stumpy05)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-dies/178735 "2021-08-14T17:55:38Z")
12.5 volts at battery. When running 14.5 at battery. After a few days battery is dead, --- ## [2019 Subaru Forester - Bad Paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-bad-paint/178709)
**Author:** [@Nonnief](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nonnief)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-bad-paint/178709 "2021-08-14T16:42:06Z")
I have a 2019 Subaru Forester. I love it but the paint seems to be chipping very easily. It has little round pieces out of the paint. I have never experienced anything like this. Any advice or has a dealership ever ad… --- ## [Chevrolet blazer coolant level](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-coolant-level/178702)
**Author:** [@andynemi84\_176702](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andynemi84_176702)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-coolant-level/178702 "2021-08-14T16:38:24Z")
Hello, I have a question about my Chevrolet Blazer 2019. I have about 15,000 km so far and I attached my coolant level picture. I don’t understand if I need to add more coolant or I still have some time. Please see p… --- ## [2016 Corolla AC Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-corolla-ac-problem/177007)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-corolla-ac-problem/177007 "2021-08-14T11:55:08Z")
Hello, I have a 2016 Toyota Corolla L. The AC blows cold but every now and then it doesn’t blow nearly as hard then you will hear a burst of air and it will be at full blast This is when it is on 4 the coldest setting … --- ## [2004 Toyota Sienna - Wrong fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-wrong-fuel/178699)
**Author:** [@greenman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greenman)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-wrong-fuel/178699 "2021-08-14T11:26:54Z")
I filled up my tank with gasoline in the morning. That evening I drove a little over 100 miles and the car suddenly stopped dead. The warning lights all came on. When I tried to restart it it sounded like it was start… --- ## [Radiator Fan Won't Shut Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-wont-shut-off/100032)
**Author:** [@Karen219](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen219)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2017, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-wont-shut-off/100032 "2017-02-25T00:05:27Z")
My vehicle, a 1994 Honda Accord EX with 83K miles (I'm original owner) has developed a problem and I'm hoping to gain insight into a possible remedy. I rarely drive it (have been out of work) so usually have to jump th… --- ## [CR-V Frame Stiffener Recall in CANADA but not U.S.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-frame-stiffener-recall-in-canada-but-not-u-s/178615)
**Author:** [@AAnalog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AAnalog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-frame-stiffener-recall-in-canada-but-not-u-s/178615 "2021-08-14T03:39:22Z")
OK, so I inspected my frame stiffener (LH) and it is pretty badly corroded. Found out that my brethren 80 miles away in Canada have a recall / buyback for this issue. Mine is a 2009, which is in the middle of the recal… --- ## [Dumb question: drain the oil before replacing valve cover gasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dumb-question-drain-the-oil-before-replacing-valve-cover-gasket/176481)
**Author:** [@asant2\_174225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asant2_174225)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dumb-question-drain-the-oil-before-replacing-valve-cover-gasket/176481 "2021-08-14T01:02:44Z")
I’m about to attempt vtec solenoid gasket and valve cover gasket replacements on my 260k mile 2002 CR-V, thanks to inspiration from so many youtube videos. One thing none of these youtubers indicate, though, is whether … --- ## [Oil went cold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-went-cold/178688)
**Author:** [@asant2\_174225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asant2_174225)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-went-cold/178688 "2021-08-14T00:54:16Z")
Mechanic said “I bet the oil went cold” when I dropped off my ancient CRV that’s suffered inconsistent misfires for a couple weeks. Any idea what that means? --- ## [Down home emergency repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/down-home-emergency-repair/178661)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/down-home-emergency-repair/178661 "2021-08-13T16:09:07Z")
(“Down home” – I did not want to offend cowboys, rednecks, or shade trees.) I once used a vulcanized tire patch to fix a leaking radiator hose. I once used a shoelace to tie off a tire chain’s broken cross cross link (… --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Hybrid no hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-hybrid-no-hybrid/178692)
**Author:** [@E.Vasiliadis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/E.Vasiliadis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-hybrid-no-hybrid/178692 "2021-08-13T03:36:31Z")
My problem is my 2019 hybrid highlander gets the same message , the hybrid has stopped. Sometimes it takes several attempts to start. I took it to the dealer, they said nothing is wrong , that I press down wrongly. For… --- ## [2006 Mazda Tribute Exhaust Hanger - Solder?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-exhaust-hanger-solder/178693)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-exhaust-hanger-solder/178693 "2021-08-13T02:58:39Z")
Hi I have a 2006 Mazda Tribute. One of the hangers after the exhaust manifold and before the resonator has rusted so badly that it broke off the exhaust pipe. Now there’s a hole in the exhaust pipe were the hanger meets … --- ## [Price for 15K mile service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/price-for-15k-mile-service/178592)
**Author:** [@ravenclaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ravenclaw)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/price-for-15k-mile-service/178592 "2021-08-13T01:27:48Z")
I have a 2019 Mazda CX-5 (Grand Touring Reserve, Turbo, All Wheel Drive). It is due for its 15,000 mile service. Is it normal now that 15K mile services are expensive? I’m used to this for 30K, 60K, and 90K services but … --- ## [Alternator dropping volts when engine is hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-dropping-volts-when-engine-is-hot/178665)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-dropping-volts-when-engine-is-hot/178665 "2021-08-12T23:10:16Z")
So recently I’ve been thru 3 alternators. I had my OEM one (12 years old, go out) I had 2,000 watt sound system on 80amp alternator. Pretty sure that killed it. Got a remanufactured one off amazon , sold the sound syst… --- ## [2021 Honda Odyssey- Radar on the blink](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-honda-odyssey-radar-on-the-blink/178649)
**Author:** [@Zacbeer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zacbeer)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-honda-odyssey-radar-on-the-blink/178649 "2021-08-12T23:02:27Z")
The all radar system isn’t working from one minute to the other --- ## [Fix 2006 Accord or buy new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-2006-accord-or-buy-new-car/178014)
**Author:** [@sierrakbowen\_176193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sierrakbowen_176193)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-2006-accord-or-buy-new-car/178014 "2021-08-12T20:17:32Z")
2006 Honda Accord has about 230k on it. Recently had a few thousand dollars of work done (9 months ago). Now need another 1.5k done (power steering fluid flush, rear breaks, front tires, belt tensioner, and starter just … --- ## [2011 Dodge Nitro - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-nitro-transmission-issues/178683)
**Author:** [@Muhammad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Muhammad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-nitro-transmission-issues/178683 "2021-08-12T19:06:19Z")
my nitro will drive in one gear. no passing gear and even when I shift into a lower gear there is no change. --- ## [1987 VW Cabriolet Steering wheel removal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-vw-cabriolet-steering-wheel-removal/178679)
**Author:** [@j\_tapia99\_176604](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j_tapia99_176604)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-vw-cabriolet-steering-wheel-removal/178679 "2021-08-12T18:14:45Z")
I do not have the correct size socket for removing the steering wheel and in need of purchasing one or a set. What size is the nut that holds the steering wheel? Metric or standard? --- ## [2008 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan - Multiple issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-jetta-sedan-multiple-issues/178669)
**Author:** [@rflores](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rflores)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-jetta-sedan-multiple-issues/178669 "2021-08-12T17:02:50Z")
leaks oil and after driving short distances, engine cuts out upon reaching 30000 rpms --- ## [How do you test fuel pressure on gdi engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-test-fuel-pressure-on-gdi-engine/178667)
**Author:** [@jameson.luttrell\_154832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameson.luttrell_154832)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-test-fuel-pressure-on-gdi-engine/178667 "2021-08-12T16:03:50Z")
I have a 2012 kia rio. I’ve never worked on a gdi engine. How do you test the pressure? Is it done with a Shrader valve? Does anyone know how high the psi should be? Thanks. --- ## [2007 Hyundai Tiburon - Ticks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-tiburon-ticks/178672)
**Author:** [@Kimory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kimory)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-tiburon-ticks/178672 "2021-08-12T15:30:53Z")
Just started making a ticking noise like it needs oil but it’s all good with the oil. What else would make a noise sound like that. --- ## [08 Grand Prix needs new engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-grand-prix-needs-new-engine/178589)
**Author:** [@artice\_176629](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artice_176629)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-grand-prix-needs-new-engine/178589 "2021-08-12T02:16:59Z")
My 08 grand prix v6 3800 was having over heating issues so I took it to my local mechanic and he said it has a head gasket issue and he suggests to junk the car or replace the engine. I recently had to transmission rebui… --- ## [2006 Sentra, front passenger window goes up, not down, master switch only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-front-passenger-window-goes-up-not-down-master-switch-only/178657)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-front-passenger-window-goes-up-not-down-master-switch-only/178657 "2021-08-12T05:09:26Z")
2006 Sentra Since yesterday, the front passenger window goes up using the master switch (driver’s switch) but won’t go down. If I use the switch on the passenger door, it works flawlessly. What could be the issue and h… --- ## [Replace ignition switch, and now nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-ignition-switch-and-now-nothing/178605)
**Author:** [@epeeist81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/epeeist81)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-ignition-switch-and-now-nothing/178605 "2021-08-11T22:08:38Z")
I replaced the ignition switch on my 98 Rodeo. At first it started but wouldn’t idle. Then it would start but idle at 1000 instead of its usual 600. Then nothing. No power anywhere. Battery is good. Ideas? Thanks --- ## [2017 Hyundai Sonata - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-oil-consumption/178647)
**Author:** [@TamTea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TamTea)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-oil-consumption/178647 "2021-08-11T13:08:49Z")
Loose oil you can see it burning though the tail pipe over a quart ever 1000 mile went through consumption test they are dragging there feet want me to have the oil change every more often I don’t fill safe In my car I l… --- ## [Cylinder Head Gasket Failed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-head-gasket-failed/178396)
**Author:** [@caruser88888888](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caruser88888888)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 7:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-head-gasket-failed/178396 "2021-08-11T07:28:30Z")
Hello I am new to this forum. My car is a Prius 3 2012 150,000mi. My mechanic said the engine is full of carbon, and the cylinder head gasket has failed. Estimated cost of repair is $3,200. Car was worth $5000 at the beg… --- ## [2008 impala shifter solenoid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-impala-shifter-solenoid/178638)
**Author:** [@Karl-67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karl-67)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-impala-shifter-solenoid/178638 "2021-08-11T06:52:42Z")
Having some issues, replace wire harness on my dad 08 impala worked okay but then couldn’t get the key to come out of accessories position, found out it was a 10 amp fuse by passenger door replaced that now here’s where … --- ## [Audi A4 (auto) 2.0TDI 2008 scraping and grinding when coasting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a4-auto-2-0tdi-2008-scraping-and-grinding-when-coasting/178619)
**Author:** [@PhilA4auto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilA4auto)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a4-auto-2-0tdi-2008-scraping-and-grinding-when-coasting/178619 "2021-08-11T04:55:49Z")
Recently had pads and disks changed (all around), new fly-wheel and drive shaft (both sides). Car has awful scraping sound when coasting (same in neutral). When you accelerate it goes, but moment you take your foot off t… --- ## [Horrible gas millage with 2012 Kia Rio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-gas-millage-with-2012-kia-rio/178652)
**Author:** [@jameson.luttrell\_154832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameson.luttrell_154832)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2021, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-gas-millage-with-2012-kia-rio/178652 "2021-08-11T03:24:53Z")
I just got the car. I found that it went through 8.1 gallons of gas at 195 miles, so around 22.5 mpg. It should be getting around 28 in town and 46 mpg on the freeway I believe. It has higher miles. Has anyone had exper… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=215) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=217)