# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=225 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 226 --- ## [Car won't start intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-intermittently/61830)
**Author:** [@Bertie\_G](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bertie_G)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2021, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-intermittently/61830 "2021-07-09T03:32:20Z")
I have a 2007 Nissan Maxima and never had a problem with it until recently. My husband and I took a long drive to NJ from NH and went we stopped for gas and turned off the car, we could not start the car back up. We n… --- ## [Starter whirring but no click](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-whirring-but-no-click/177912)
**Author:** [@totoska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/totoska)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2021, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-whirring-but-no-click/177912 "2021-07-09T00:23:12Z")
My ’04 Lancer finally broke down on me after 160k miles. When I turn the ignition key there is no click, but I can hear the starter whirring, so I am pretty sure the problem is it’s not engaging with the flywheel. Could … --- ## [2022 Lexus RX 450h - Starting mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-lexus-rx-450h-starting-mystery/177914)
**Author:** [@Willie59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Willie59)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-lexus-rx-450h-starting-mystery/177914 "2021-07-08T19:15:17Z")
I have a 2014 Lexus 450 Rx. it loss power ( tried to jump still no power). Tried jumping according to internet sight, the car started; drove it five blocks home. checked a few times, and it started every time --- ## [Ventronix mst 5200 software](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ventronix-mst-5200-software/177881)
**Author:** [@sami.cnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sami.cnet)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ventronix-mst-5200-software/177881 "2021-07-08T17:27:28Z")
Hello, I’m looking for the software or CD of ventronix mst 5200, I want to re program it --- ## [Volvo Engine Cooling Fan Module](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-engine-cooling-fan-module/177888)
**Author:** [@brny21\_176086](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brny21_176086)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-engine-cooling-fan-module/177888 "2021-07-08T16:47:44Z")
A couple of weeks ago, my wife drove her 2011 Volvo XC60 home and the radiator fans never turned off, until the battery was drained. I deduced from a little online research that it was the engine cooling fan module that… --- ## [Strange sound when accelerating in 1st or 2nd gear (audio link)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-sound-when-accelerating-in-1st-or-2nd-gear-audio-link/177903)
**Author:** [@vincentketele\_176102](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vincentketele_176102)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-sound-when-accelerating-in-1st-or-2nd-gear-audio-link/177903 "2021-07-08T15:35:05Z")
Hi all, I suddenly experience a very weird sound when accelerating in 1st or 2nd gear. I don’t experience this sound whatsoever as soon as I’m in 3rd or higher. Only occurs while hitting the gas. Any ideas what this cou… --- ## [2010 Nissan Murano - soft brake pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-soft-brake-pedal/174528)
**Author:** [@william38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/william38)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-soft-brake-pedal/174528 "2021-07-08T13:52:39Z")
soft brake pedal / excessive brake travel --- ## [2018 Jeep Renegade blasts heat at the wrong times](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-blasts-heat-at-the-wrong-times/177876)
**Author:** [@Trace\_LasVegas\_US](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trace_LasVegas_US)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 9:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-blasts-heat-at-the-wrong-times/177876 "2021-07-08T09:41:14Z")
2019 Renegade owner, have same issue, changes temps, or turns heat on in the summer and ac on in winter, all on its own. I get out of the car with it set at 68 for AC both side, I get back in and hour or 10 hours later a… --- ## [I need help with my installed CV axle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-with-my-installed-cv-axle/177846)
**Author:** [@nixonnathan18\_176041](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nixonnathan18_176041)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-with-my-installed-cv-axle/177846 "2021-07-08T02:44:12Z")
I have a 2009 Chevy equinox I switch out the driver side cv axle which was my first time I didn’t know it was going to leak a lot of fluid well anyway I installed the CV axle and put everything back together I figure it … --- ## [Should I replace one or all of my motor mounts? 2007 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-one-or-all-of-my-motor-mounts-2007-toyota-camry/177748)
**Author:** [@dd96](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dd96)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-one-or-all-of-my-motor-mounts-2007-toyota-camry/177748 "2021-07-08T02:05:24Z")
Hello, I took my car for servicing and they recommended I replace the front torque strut engine mount. I’ve been doing some research and many say, if you need to replace one, you should do them all. However, this mechan… --- ## [Trouble starting when RE starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-starting-when-re-starting/177847)
**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-starting-when-re-starting/177847 "2021-07-08T00:36:37Z")
Kia amanti 04 It’s getting worse where when I try to start the car AFTER starting the car later in the day (not a fresh start it always starts up, it’s when I try to start it AFTER the fresh start) I have some codes an… --- ## [2009 Porsche 911 Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-turbo/177841)
**Author:** [@agam\_is](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agam_is)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-turbo/177841 "2021-07-08T00:29:26Z")
2009 Porsche 911 turbo - all wheel drive. At speeds greater than 85 mph, there is a low frequency vibration that gets louder as speed increases. It feels like a harmonic and the frequency does not change with speed, only… --- ## [Fuel filer replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-filer-replacement/176667)
**Author:** [@JimFreeman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimFreeman)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-filer-replacement/176667 "2021-07-08T00:05:05Z")
Replace fuel filter1986 10 Blazer. 2.8L filter is behind p/s pump. Can’ --- ## [Opel insignia sports tourer 2.0 118kw](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opel-insignia-sports-tourer-2-0-118kw/177883)
**Author:** [@Rometk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rometk)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opel-insignia-sports-tourer-2-0-118kw/177883 "2021-07-07T23:41:24Z")
Hello, sorry if i have any typos or something, english is not my main language. I have a 2010 opel insignia sports tourer 2.0 118kw diesel engine. I have issue, when trying to start moving from parking spot or somewhere … --- ## [Water comes in car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-comes-in-car/177892)
**Author:** [@Adrianap0826\_176089](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adrianap0826_176089)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-comes-in-car/177892 "2021-07-07T22:51:43Z")
Nissan Altima 2013 Water gushed in on the drivers side by where the pedals are when I drove through a semi flooded area and every time I drive through a big puddle of water. Is there something missing on the exterior? … --- ## [2008 Hyundai Entourage hums loudly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-entourage-hums-loudly/177857)
**Author:** [@DianeLingsch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DianeLingsch)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-entourage-hums-loudly/177857 "2021-07-07T22:10:26Z")
I hear a loud humming noise when I am driving. Nothing is lighting up, and the car is running smoothly. I am concerned it might dangerous to continue to drive. --- ## [Car AC fan is continuously running even when knob is at 0 means off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-ac-fan-is-continuously-running-even-when-knob-is-at-0-means-off/177725)
**Author:** [@wasifmohd786](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wasifmohd786)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-ac-fan-is-continuously-running-even-when-knob-is-at-0-means-off/177725 "2021-07-07T17:05:54Z")
My Mazda 6 2007 AC is continuously throwing air inside the car even when AC is off means speed knob is at zero. When Fan speed knob is at zero it should not run. Please let me know what’s wrong --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Colorado - Mystery exhaust leak - Differential issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-mystery-exhaust-leak-differential-issues/177868)
**Author:** [@4x4mom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/4x4mom)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-mystery-exhaust-leak-differential-issues/177868 "2021-07-07T16:39:11Z")
Since day 1 of driving truck off lot in 2018 I have noticed and hear an exhaust leak. The dealer repeatedly tells me there is now leak that they can find. This is now 3 years later and problem still exists. This should h… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Trax - Infotainment issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-infotainment-issues/177885)
**Author:** [@bpatterson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bpatterson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-infotainment-issues/177885 "2021-07-07T16:16:51Z")
2016 Chevy Trax screen freezes, radio freezes and also does now keep programming --- ## [2013 Laredo Dashboard Buzz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-laredo-dashboard-buzz/177757)
**Author:** [@atlas23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/atlas23)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-laredo-dashboard-buzz/177757 "2021-07-07T16:07:40Z")
Hey all, Sounds like there’s a Jeff Goldblum-sized fly trapped inside my dashboard. The buzz/static seems to be coming from the windshield more toward the passenger’s side. Radio and air controls have no effect on the… --- ## [2019 Subaru machine gun noise when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-machine-gun-noise-when-accelerating/177840)
**Author:** [@Pflat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pflat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-machine-gun-noise-when-accelerating/177840 "2021-07-07T00:29:22Z")
When beginning to accelerate my 2019 Subaru Acent Tour between 5 & 8 mpr…a sound like a machine gun is heard coming from front passenger door --- ## [2012 SLK-Class repeat steering wheel telescoping problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-slk-class-repeat-steering-wheel-telescoping-problem/177838)
**Author:** [@LynetteHackworth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LynetteHackworth)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-slk-class-repeat-steering-wheel-telescoping-problem/177838 "2021-07-07T00:24:11Z")
My steering wheel telescope (up/down) has been worked on numerous times by the dealership. They would temporarily fix the problem ad it would recur in 6 to 8 weeks. Once it was out of warranty they wanted to charge me an… --- ## [2012 Infiniti G37 steering wheel question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-infiniti-g37-steering-wheel-question/177871)
**Author:** [@herbs11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/herbs11)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-infiniti-g37-steering-wheel-question/177871 "2021-07-07T00:19:05Z")
how stiff/heavy should a g37 steering wheel be? A friend and I traded cars for fun a while back (he has a camaro) and he pointed out my wheel felt kind of heavy compared to his and I noticed his also felt lighter. I know… --- ## [2006 Honda CR-V - pop & grind](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-cr-v-pop-grind/177830)
**Author:** [@mpsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpsmith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2021, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-cr-v-pop-grind/177830 "2021-07-07T00:16:50Z")
My 2006 Honda CRV has 214,000 miles. The car has be kept up to date on all maintenance and well taken care of. I recently have heard a popping sound from the rear of the car when I would make a turn, usually when there… --- ## [2007 GMC Sierra 1500 (MAX) #6 misfiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-sierra-1500-max-6-misfiring/81009)
**Author:** [@BLPavlovich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BLPavlovich)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-sierra-1500-max-6-misfiring/81009 "2021-07-06T23:33:00Z")
Hi all, This had happened before 3x, but was about to turn truck off and wait 10 second and turn back on. Then truck would run fine for months. I found this on my truck manual. My truck is riding differently. Here… --- ## [Just got shocks and struts replaced, 2 days later car goes out of control going over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-shocks-and-struts-replaced-2-days-later-car-goes-out-of-control-going-over-bumps/177849)
**Author:** [@mjputnam2\_176047](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjputnam2_176047)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-got-shocks-and-struts-replaced-2-days-later-car-goes-out-of-control-going-over-bumps/177849 "2021-07-06T22:13:17Z")
2018 Camry, 90k miles. Took my car to brakes plus in denver to get shocks and struts replaced. Everything felt perfectly brand new and great, then now 2 days later out of nowhere (I didn’t hit any pot holes, no major bum… --- ## [Yellow "Passenger Air Bag Light" - what to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yellow-passenger-air-bag-light-what-to-do/177854)
**Author:** [@automaniac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/automaniac)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yellow-passenger-air-bag-light-what-to-do/177854 "2021-07-06T04:41:16Z")
Yellow light on dash, says passenger air bag. Must take this in to mechanic for check? Any way to try resetting this with the little under-dash port? --- ## [Probability of cylinder head/valve problems versus defective piston rings?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/probability-of-cylinder-head-valve-problems-versus-defective-piston-rings/172613)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2021, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/probability-of-cylinder-head-valve-problems-versus-defective-piston-rings/172613 "2021-07-06T00:28:16Z")
This is in regards to my 2002 Daewoo Lanos, 1.6L automatic, with approximately 91,000 miles. This car has run poorly now for over a year, and now that I have more free time, I would like to do something about it–either … --- ## [Air conditioner not very good or something wrong?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-not-very-good-or-something-wrong/177754)
**Author:** [@jonasbutler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonasbutler)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioner-not-very-good-or-something-wrong/177754 "2021-07-04T15:24:15Z")
Hi everyone. I have a 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT with 190k on the clock. I recently had the AC compressor replaced and charged up. My mechanic said it wasn’t very cold and he didn’t know why-maybe the cabin filter, which I rep… --- ## [2011 Ford Ranger - Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-ranger-stalls/177730)
**Author:** [@trevor\_dawnmay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trevor_dawnmay)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2021, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-ranger-stalls/177730 "2021-07-04T07:14:51Z")
engine stalls when letting the clutch out in reverse and i am unable to get the engine to start up after the stalling . But turns over quite easily when i try to start again but will not fire up. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=224) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=226)