# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=228 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 229 --- ## [Repair idea](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-idea/177645)
**Author:** [@Hoff4729\_175882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hoff4729_175882)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-idea/177645 "2021-06-24T20:47:34Z")
I was fixing the door handle to my 2001 Toyota Camry and in the process I messed up the car door a bit and the door handle doesn’t perfectly fit back in so it has created a gap. I’m thinking of using this epoxy to cover… --- ## [Tapping sound from rear of vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tapping-sound-from-rear-of-vehicle/177641)
**Author:** [@Dan17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan17)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tapping-sound-from-rear-of-vehicle/177641 "2021-06-24T18:22:11Z")
When I make a hard left turn I hear a rapid tapping noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. I drive an '08 Ranger with 216,000 miles on it… --- ## [02 ford taurus lowering kit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-ford-taurus-lowering-kit/177546)
**Author:** [@gregorym38\_175755](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregorym38_175755)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-ford-taurus-lowering-kit/177546 "2021-06-24T15:03:22Z")
anyone know how to lower the front of an 02 taurus? the tire gap in the back is significantly lower than that in the front… so i have decided i want to lower the front of my car. how do i go about this? how much? do i ha… --- ## [Need some opinion on this problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-opinion-on-this-problem/177577)
**Author:** [@Ben39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben39)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-opinion-on-this-problem/177577 "2021-06-24T14:42:58Z")
Hello. I have a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. A few weeks back I was going in reverse out of my garage where I hit the gas pedal a bit more powerful than usual. I had to pass by my truck and since my tail was too close to it… --- ## [2003 Ford Focus Drive-ability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-focus-drive-ability/177205)
**Author:** [@LJSmith5\_158710](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LJSmith5_158710)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-focus-drive-ability/177205 "2021-06-24T11:00:02Z")
My Focus has 153,000 miles on it. I don’t have a problem with driving flat land and regular acceleration. However, when I try to merge on the highway or go up a hill the car feels like it wants to stall - jerking and sou… --- ## [Security reset](https://community.cartalk.com/t/security-reset/177638)
**Author:** [@oTiqer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oTiqer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/security-reset/177638 "2021-06-24T03:01:42Z")
I have a 2009 Nissan Sentra but the security indicator light keeps flashing and won’t let me start the engine. Is there a way to reset it? --- ## [New Castrol ATF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-castrol-atf/177517)
**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2021, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-castrol-atf/177517 "2021-06-24T00:15:45Z")
Was in wally world getting oil for my Rav 4 and saw that they have a new Castrol ATF in gallon bottle which is “Universal ATF/CVT Fluid”. It looks like it’s better than Valvoline Max Life in that it’s CVT also (don’t th… --- ## [Jacking problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-problem/176938)
**Author:** [@gbrunkard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gbrunkard)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-problem/176938 "2021-06-23T20:24:12Z")
I need a bit of advice. I am trying to jack up my vehicle, which is a 2002 Ford Escape. My problem is that when I jack it up the vehicle lifts up but the tire does not seem to come off the ground. I just finished jacking… --- ## [Car stops by it self](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stops-by-it-self/177614)
**Author:** [@Daniel-Kass-Danno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel-Kass-Danno)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stops-by-it-self/177614 "2021-06-23T15:39:04Z")
Mazda 6 2006 - when driving slow like before a round about or a curve often the car shuts down and needs to be restarted with the key. What could be the reason for this? --- ## [2010 Toyota Prius - Noise and vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-noise-and-vibration/177604)
**Author:** [@miriammeredith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miriammeredith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 11:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-noise-and-vibration/177604 "2021-06-23T11:37:22Z")
vibration noise on passenger side front --- ## [2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - It wasn't the lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-it-wasnt-the-lock/177620)
**Author:** [@Darlene25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darlene25)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2021, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-it-wasnt-the-lock/177620 "2021-06-23T01:25:24Z")
Back hatch will not open, thought it was the lock so purchased a new one but still won’t work. --- ## [Transmission not shifting correctly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-not-shifting-correctly/177583)
**Author:** [@jarocjerome\_175840](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jarocjerome_175840)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-not-shifting-correctly/177583 "2021-06-22T23:12:51Z")
I Have a 2006 Chevy Tahoe Z71 4X4 It’s currently not taking off in drive. I have to use 1gear then move up to 2nd then 3rd. Once i build up a little speed, Drive position will catch but soon as i press the brake to slo… --- ## [2001 Honda Accord Cpe - No tach or speedo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-accord-cpe-no-tach-or-speedo/177616)
**Author:** [@juanito32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/juanito32)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-accord-cpe-no-tach-or-speedo/177616 "2021-06-22T20:25:11Z")
Tachometer/speedometer are not working. Would it be the fuse needs replacement? If so, where is it located? --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Malibu - Nothing but problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-malibu-nothing-but-problems/177595)
**Author:** [@Shaeyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shaeyy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-malibu-nothing-but-problems/177595 "2021-06-22T21:53:41Z")
2012 chevy malibu 1lt , The fuel filter is inside the fuel pump… after we changed around 5 sensors he figured it out. so we might as well change the fuel pump also. I haven’t even owned this car for a year yet and i’ve… --- ## [2012 Toyota Sienna - AC issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-sienna-ac-issues/177618)
**Author:** [@marshall02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marshall02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-sienna-ac-issues/177618 "2021-06-22T21:18:30Z")
air conditioner blows hot on front passenger --- ## [2020 Jeep Compass - Not in park warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-jeep-compass-not-in-park-warning/177611)
**Author:** [@jake10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jake10)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-jeep-compass-not-in-park-warning/177611 "2021-06-22T21:06:45Z")
twice this week, vehicle flashes “not in park” when turned off and in park after being driven. Power continues to run, lights stay on, and power steering activated. Can’t get message to go away and eventually the batte… --- ## [2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Total electrical failure!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-total-electrical-failure/177601)
**Author:** [@LuisF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LuisF)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-total-electrical-failure/177601 "2021-06-22T20:15:56Z")
Had total electrical failure of car. First, AC wouldn’t work, then within 4-5 minutes warning lights came on, car stalled, all power off. Not even emergency lights came on. Towed to shop, they haven’t been able to trace… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Trax - Door lock help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-door-lock-help/177599)
**Author:** [@Saxe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saxe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-door-lock-help/177599 "2021-06-22T14:42:14Z")
Key in the ignition car not running! open back door and it locked all the doors !!! --- ## [2006 Kia Optima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima/177406)
**Author:** [@Billysinko93\_175721](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Billysinko93_175721)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima/177406 "2021-06-22T05:56:29Z")
Hey guys i have a 2006 kia optima, and when idling for about 3-4 minutes white smoke starts to come out my tail pipe, or when im idling at a red light, but the car isnt over heating or losing any coolant. Does anyone thi… --- ## [2014 Hyundai Elantra brakes are groaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-brakes-are-groaning/177579)
**Author:** [@Thommo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thommo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-brakes-are-groaning/177579 "2021-06-22T02:11:54Z")
New front and rear disc pads installed. Brakes groaning when almost stopped and when released. --- ## [2003 Chevrolet Impala headlights aren’t working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-impala-headlights-aren-t-working/177576)
**Author:** [@SeonandOleviaTamar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeonandOleviaTamar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-impala-headlights-aren-t-working/177576 "2021-06-22T00:58:13Z")
Headlights don’t work. Fuses/breakers, bulbs are “good”. --- ## [2006 Saturn Ion won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-saturn-ion-won-t-start/177581)
**Author:** [@Ashleyscarborough9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashleyscarborough9)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-saturn-ion-won-t-start/177581 "2021-06-21T22:23:49Z")
Car won’t start it cranks and is getting gas --- ## [2019 Jeep Cherokee - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-cherokee-shuts-off/177553)
**Author:** [@JoeUpton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeUpton)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-cherokee-shuts-off/177553 "2021-06-21T20:59:23Z")
My Jeep has been shutting off for no reason when I come to a Stop Sign or pull out of my Driveway it has happened about 20 times 2 to 4 times every time I’ve taken it out in the last 2 weeks, I’ve been driving my work tr… --- ## [Peeling paint on 2018 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peeling-paint-on-2018-toyota-camry/148590)
**Author:** [@DarylHouston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarylHouston)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peeling-paint-on-2018-toyota-camry/148590 "2021-06-21T18:40:23Z")
2018 Camry XSE paint peeling off front bumpers and sides. Only has 19,000 miles. Toyota won’t honor warranty. What to do??? --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry paint is already peeling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-paint-is-already-peeling/159969)
**Author:** [@WilliamHAllen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WilliamHAllen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-paint-is-already-peeling/159969 "2021-06-21T18:18:59Z")
About 3 months ago the paint on the front driver’s side of the bumber/headlight area began pe0eling. There are over 5 spots, some of which are 4 to 5 inches in diameter, where the paint has peeled. What can I do about th… --- ## [2010 Volvo XC70 fuel gauge issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-xc70-fuel-gauge-issue/177498)
**Author:** [@ben\_175782](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ben_175782)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-xc70-fuel-gauge-issue/177498 "2021-06-21T17:39:09Z")
I recently bought a 2010 Volvo XC70 T6 with 45k miles on it from a used car dealer. After driving it for a month and loving it there was an issue. The fuel gauge showed 1/4 tank fuel remaining yet the car totally was out… --- ## [Vapor canister on vintage cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vapor-canister-on-vintage-cars/177522)
**Author:** [@tech.box42\_172242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tech.box42_172242)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2021, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vapor-canister-on-vintage-cars/177522 "2021-06-21T02:06:51Z")
Hi, A few decades ago I replaced the V6 in my psuedo-street-machine with a more muscular V8. At the same time, all the smog equipment went with old the engine. Here we are in 2021 and I’m wondering about installing a … --- ## [2008 Toyota Corolla - Peeling paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-peeling-paint/177564)
**Author:** [@JamesC.Spears](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesC.Spears)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-peeling-paint/177564 "2021-06-20T15:05:50Z")
I have a 2008 Toyota Corolla.The paint is peeling on the hood ,the roof,and a little in the trunk. --- ## [2017 Mitsubishi Montero Sport - Android Auto issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mitsubishi-montero-sport-android-auto-issue/177541)
**Author:** [@JohnS17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnS17)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mitsubishi-montero-sport-android-auto-issue/177541 "2021-06-20T02:22:20Z")
I have a 2017 Outlander SEL and a Samsung S20 phone. I can’t get the car to recognize Android Auto. I upgraded my USB connection and tried all the recommendation from Mitsubishi. Any help? --- ## [1998 Mercedes-Benz M-Class - Cranks but won't catch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-mercedes-benz-m-class-cranks-but-wont-catch/177567)
**Author:** [@Francis26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Francis26)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-mercedes-benz-m-class-cranks-but-wont-catch/177567 "2021-06-20T02:16:33Z")
The battery drains when I connect it. The SUVs Engine won’t turn over. I cranks but doesn’t catch. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=227) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=229)