# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=217 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 218 --- ## [Orrifice tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/orrifice-tube/178641)
**Author:** [@Alexander-37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alexander-37)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/orrifice-tube/178641 "2021-08-10T23:34:05Z")
I am changing my compressor and accumulator on my 03 Dodge Ram 4.7l but I can’t seem to find the orrifice tube location. Please help --- ## [Steering problem on Escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-problem-on-escape/178609)
**Author:** [@gbrunkard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gbrunkard)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-problem-on-escape/178609 "2021-08-10T23:25:57Z")
OK, so I have a weird problem. When driving down the road and you come to a corner, you slow down, turn your wheel and take the corner. You then straighten out your wheel and continue on. When I straighten out and drive … --- ## [Understanding wheel alignment sheet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/understanding-wheel-alignment-sheet/178571)
**Author:** [@Cfyikian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cfyikian)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/understanding-wheel-alignment-sheet/178571 "2021-08-10T23:22:27Z")
Hi guys, Just wondering if someone can explain this alignment sheet to me. The front axle camber and caster is normal? Thanks --- ## [2020 Nissan Rogue - Wheel shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-rogue-wheel-shake/178651)
**Author:** [@Dwsandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dwsandy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-rogue-wheel-shake/178651 "2021-08-10T22:42:42Z")
Going at high speeds feel vibration in tire also see back seat shaking --- ## [Liftgate problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/liftgate-problem/178613)
**Author:** [@Jeanneb1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeanneb1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/liftgate-problem/178613 "2021-08-10T21:50:57Z")
The lift gate on my 2017 Highlander w/ app 37000 miles stops about 80% of the way from opening completely. Until is stops it lifts with no hesitation. It will open completely if I keep upward pressure on it as it get… --- ## [Electrical Problems With 2005 Crown Vic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-with-2005-crown-vic/178643)
**Author:** [@cop\_car\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cop_car_guy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-with-2005-crown-vic/178643 "2021-08-10T21:04:23Z")
So my cars lights started going off and on at random times for extended periods of time, and now they wont turn on at all unless I old the light control back to the flasher position. Then my interior lights slowly starte… --- ## [2011 Kia Sorento - Radio trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-radio-trouble/178645)
**Author:** [@tammyperkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tammyperkins)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2021, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-radio-trouble/178645 "2021-08-10T20:33:12Z")
why does my radio come on then go off and then back on and off again? --- ## ['07 G6 GT rubbing/hissing sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-g6-gt-rubbing-hissing-sound/56122)
**Author:** [@ekdave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ekdave)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2021, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-g6-gt-rubbing-hissing-sound/56122 "2021-08-05T22:25:49Z")
My '07 G6 GT convertible (fun car!) has begun making a high-pitched rubbing/hissing sound when it's moving and the engine's running between 2000 and 2500 rpm. I hear the sound when the top or windows are down and I pass … --- ## [Camry Hybrid airbags didn’t inflate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-hybrid-airbags-didn-t-inflate/178600)
**Author:** [@RamakrishnaReddyDontham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RamakrishnaReddyDontham)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-hybrid-airbags-didn-t-inflate/178600 "2021-08-09T18:44:06Z")
why the airbags did not open for toyota camry hybrid 2015 even it got hit from front and behind --- ## [Upgrading from 245s to 265s.... pros and cons of doing this to my truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgrading-from-245s-to-265s-pros-and-cons-of-doing-this-to-my-truck/67023)
**Author:** [@sjd181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjd181)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upgrading-from-245s-to-265s-pros-and-cons-of-doing-this-to-my-truck/67023 "2021-08-09T16:51:01Z")
I like to research my options before committing to them and then finding out I made a mistake! So I have been reading post after post about many others that have changed tire size on their vehicles. I am not talking abou… --- ## [Thumping on the driver's side floor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-on-the-drivers-side-floor/89873)
**Author:** [@mktelf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mktelf)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-on-the-drivers-side-floor/89873 "2021-08-09T02:14:19Z")
I have a 2012 Volvo S60 with an intermittent problem. Sometimes when I am moving slowly (probably 5 to 10 mph) and turning the wheel, I'll feel a thumping under my feet (more to the left side of the floor). It has happ… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Malibu Transmission issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-issue/178583)
**Author:** [@mrcraige](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrcraige)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-issue/178583 "2021-08-09T01:29:48Z")
car does have reverse but wont engage in drive or low nothing --- ## [1997 Acura Integra - Car is not good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-integra-car-is-not-good/178558)
**Author:** [@Ball\_itcher11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ball_itcher11)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2021, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-integra-car-is-not-good/178558 "2021-08-09T00:40:57Z")
My car really sucks how do i fix this? --- ## [Car battery acid spill in back seat if car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-acid-spill-in-back-seat-if-car/178533)
**Author:** [@Ashley-57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashley-57)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-battery-acid-spill-in-back-seat-if-car/178533 "2021-08-08T22:17:41Z")
Okay so me being a bit careless i set a brand new car battery in my back seat meaning to return it to the store as i had gotten the wrong one. Long story short I forgot about it bc a lot of things have happened in the la… --- ## [2011 Kia Soul - Loss of acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-soul-loss-of-acceleration/178203)
**Author:** [@MNovak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MNovak)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-soul-loss-of-acceleration/178203 "2021-08-08T13:58:53Z")
2011 kia soul- loss acceleration while on highway and now I try to start it and it wont fully turn over. Its like it doesnt ignite. I changed the crankshaft position sensor and still have issue. Any suggestions? --- ## ['07 Entourage loses power towing downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-entourage-loses-power-towing-downhill/178581)
**Author:** [@Lucy\_G1992](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lucy_G1992)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-entourage-loses-power-towing-downhill/178581 "2021-08-08T17:16:21Z")
Hello Car Talk Community! First time poster here. Used to listen to Click and Clack every weekend, miss those guys. We have had an issue with our minivan. I’m worried about it and my husband keeps telling me that I’m m… --- ## [2005 Chrysler 300C = New engine issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-300c-new-engine-issues/178565)
**Author:** [@T2454](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T2454)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-300c-new-engine-issues/178565 "2021-08-08T15:28:15Z")
I just put a new engine in. The exhaust system was covered I put 200 miles on it. I just left the house at 1520 mile an hour and heard a noise in my engine shock and shut off. It did start up and ran but I found out that… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Colorado - Won't turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-colorado-wont-turn-over/178556)
**Author:** [@TODDTHIBODEAU](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TODDTHIBODEAU)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-colorado-wont-turn-over/178556 "2021-08-08T01:48:48Z")
stopped to gas up will not turn over some issues with key fob new battey ok --- ## [2011 Subaru Outback - Battery issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-battery-issues/178576)
**Author:** [@Krashkart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krashkart)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-battery-issues/178576 "2021-08-08T01:14:34Z")
Car wouldn’t start; We were told we needed a new battery. Got the new battery, but car is still sluggish to start. What other electrical problems could be at play and how too we troubleshoot to find the right one? --- ## [Hard start at the morning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-at-the-morning/178578)
**Author:** [@\_17u](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_17u)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2021, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-at-the-morning/178578 "2021-08-08T00:00:23Z")
Hey, I have a Skoda citigo 2012 ( a.k.a seat mi or VW up) I have a really hard start at the morning ( or after that the car was off for 7-8 hours) the car is choking and can’t turn on and like only in the third time i… --- ## [Mechanic is stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-stumped/178193)
**Author:** [@Valentine14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Valentine14)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-stumped/178193 "2021-08-07T19:07:15Z")
We bought a 2011 malibu used from a private party. It ran great, no dash lights, no weird noises or hesitation, everything was good. Then a couple weeks later it started up, drove 100 yards and stalled. We couldnt get it… --- ## [EVAP System, is it safe to drive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-system-is-it-safe-to-drive/65047)
**Author:** [@erikbcf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erikbcf)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-system-is-it-safe-to-drive/65047 "2021-08-07T13:58:06Z")
I have a van that 2 evap codes caused the check engine light to come on. I got the light turned off but it turned back on. Is it safe to continue driving it with out repairing anything? Will anything happen? Thanks. … --- ## [2015 GMC Yukon - Shuts off then stays dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-yukon-shuts-off-then-stays-dead/178568)
**Author:** [@sunnydsouza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sunnydsouza)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-yukon-shuts-off-then-stays-dead/178568 "2021-08-07T13:05:37Z")
when I switch off the car the entire car shuts off like its dead battery it wont start nothing works there is no power. Had it checked but the battery is good, computer is good I don’t know why it shuts off when I switch… --- ## [Car hard to start after sitting for few hours or longer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-hard-to-start-after-sitting-for-few-hours-or-longer/178523)
**Author:** [@pheakna\_nou](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pheakna_nou)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-hard-to-start-after-sitting-for-few-hours-or-longer/178523 "2021-08-07T04:09:32Z")
Hello Sir My car is Camry 2004. It runs well, but the problem is hard to start after sitting for few hours or longer. It took three to four times to have the engine start with gear pushing. i have changed the idle syste… --- ## [Motor mount fails almost immediately](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mount-fails-almost-immediately/178229)
**Author:** [@jonasbutler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonasbutler)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mount-fails-almost-immediately/178229 "2021-08-07T03:12:00Z")
Hi all. My 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT (193k, Toyota 2.4l engine) has a strange, annoying problem. It has an intense vibration at idle, but it is there in gear, neutral, and park. It is present specifically between about 800 a… --- ## [2007 Honda CR-V - AC not perfect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-ac-not-perfect/178546)
**Author:** [@Danny47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danny47)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2021, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-ac-not-perfect/178546 "2021-08-07T02:51:39Z")
My AC works great but on occasion it blows only hot air. In a couple minutes it will return to normal operation. --- ## [2001 Honda Civic Sdn - Problems starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-sdn-problems-starting/178535)
**Author:** [@Andrew7528](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew7528)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-sdn-problems-starting/178535 "2021-08-06T23:57:12Z")
I have a 2001 Civic with new battery. Tried to start the car, head the starter cranking, but engine will not start. Towed to repair shop and the car started properly next day. Mechanic was able to start the car without… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Pops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pops/178562)
**Author:** [@Steph29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steph29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pops/178562 "2021-08-06T23:56:33Z")
popping noise when backing up or coming to a full stop and then accelerating --- ## [2015 GMC Canyon - Infotainment glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-canyon-infotainment-glitch/178525)
**Author:** [@Alcop24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alcop24)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-canyon-infotainment-glitch/178525 "2021-08-06T23:47:54Z")
No GPS, No home, no radio station. All I get is “It’s unsafe to take your eyes off the road” message. The only way to change radio stations is from the steering wheel buttons. Help! --- ## [2006 Cadillac CTS - Wet floors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-wet-floors/178487)
**Author:** [@BillBanks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillBanks)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2021, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-wet-floors/178487 "2021-08-06T23:33:45Z")
Flooring on passenger side(especially rear) soaks up water like a sponge and traps it under the floor. Then, due to placement of many of the rear right-side fuse block and wires coming from it, the wires will pinch/rub/… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=216) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=218)