# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=242 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 243 --- ## [2017 Volkswagen Touareg - Buy or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volkswagen-touareg-buy-or-no/176350)
**Author:** [@Touareg\_buyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Touareg_buyer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volkswagen-touareg-buy-or-no/176350 "2021-04-25T23:14:02Z")
Hi, Anyone know if the 2017 Touareg 3.0 Litre V6 TDI is a good purchase?, is there any problems with the engine or transmission etc, looking into buying one but just want to know if they are a good SUV! --- ## [1995 Toyota Camry - Throttle body rabbit hole](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-camry-throttle-body-rabbit-hole/176314)
**Author:** [@JDL55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JDL55)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-camry-throttle-body-rabbit-hole/176314 "2021-04-25T21:16:03Z")
Car was hesitating. Was Advised to Clean out the Throttle body. I cleaned it with Throttle body cleaner. Replaced the ICM and the IAC Internall to the IAC everything looked great. I re-install the throttle Body and get w… --- ## [2015 Volvo XC70 lost coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-lost-coolant/176367)
**Author:** [@OldGrouch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldGrouch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volvo-xc70-lost-coolant/176367 "2021-04-25T20:50:37Z")
Loses over a pint of coolant in a week. No puddles under the car. --- ## [2013 Nissan Sentra - Buy or walk away?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-buy-or-walk-away/176325)
**Author:** [@Alznuthouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alznuthouse)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-buy-or-walk-away/176325 "2021-04-25T20:02:42Z")
Considering buying this car. They r asking 4500. It’s a 2013 with 156000. I’m concerned about the reports I’m reading on transmission problems with this year. What do u suggest? --- ## [Is it possible for oil to leak from bad intake manifold gasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-for-oil-to-leak-from-bad-intake-manifold-gasket/176352)
**Author:** [@danielsisco64\_174752](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danielsisco64_174752)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-for-oil-to-leak-from-bad-intake-manifold-gasket/176352 "2021-04-25T17:51:21Z")
2003 Chevy Impala 3.8, 138k I have an oil leak coming from the top of the engine and I’m trying to determine if it’s possible for oil to come from a bad intake manifold gasket or if only coolant can come from that? It’s… --- ## [Vibration when turning into corners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-turning-into-corners/176242)
**Author:** [@marco1990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marco1990)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-turning-into-corners/176242 "2021-04-25T17:20:23Z")
I have this vibration issue with my Subaru that I can’t seem to figure out. It’s an Outback 3.0 from 2005 When turning into a corner there is a certain point when turning the steering wheel at which I feel a small thud … --- ## [2016 Nissan Frontier - Water spots](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-frontier-water-spots/176332)
**Author:** [@MrX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MrX)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-frontier-water-spots/176332 "2021-04-25T05:45:41Z")
I started to notice a lot of water coming out of the muffler’s weeping hole, I mean, not just a few drops here and there but enough to leave a big mark underneath and it is usually when I start the truck. I run it idle i… --- ## [2020 Hyundai Kona - Engine issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-kona-engine-issues/176356)
**Author:** [@PatClancy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatClancy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2021, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-kona-engine-issues/176356 "2021-04-25T00:03:26Z")
oil loss engine noisy vavle or other noise. 2times now first time timeing chain cover leak ,now back next wk for another check oil still leaking. and noisy engine --- ## [2011 Buick Lucerne - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-transmission-issues/176319)
**Author:** [@ElvenHStewart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElvenHStewart)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lucerne-transmission-issues/176319 "2021-04-24T22:30:29Z")
2011 Buick Lucerne transmission goes into gear and runs, after making a stop it w3ill not engage. Turn it off and restart it runs until I have to make a stop. --- ## [Pre-heater hose: clamps?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-heater-hose-clamps/176351)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-heater-hose-clamps/176351 "2021-04-24T20:01:42Z")
I am replacing a pre-heater hose that is disintegrating. The old one was replaced by a mechanic 14 years ago. There are currently no clamps at the ends. Should this be held at the ends with clamps? Also, I see there are… --- ## [2015 Chevy Eq, 86k mi: what oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevy-eq-86k-mi-what-oil/176339)
**Author:** [@StarSword](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StarSword)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevy-eq-86k-mi-what-oil/176339 "2021-04-24T16:03:06Z")
Finally replaced my ancient Subaru Forester because it was succumbing to jalopyism (as Click and Clack once put it). I found a 2015 Chevy Equinox with 85,400 miles (now closer to 86,400) at a local used car chain that my… --- ## [Airbag light came on, any easy and cheap scan tool?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-light-came-on-any-easy-and-cheap-scan-tool/116788)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbag-light-came-on-any-easy-and-cheap-scan-tool/116788 "2021-04-24T14:34:02Z")
Jus tout of the blue for some reason one afternoon my airbag light flashed once and stayed on, and this everytime I start the car. Now I only have a generic OBD2 scanner so now what. Do I really gotta go to a mechanic t… --- ## [AC actuator, vent positioning?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-actuator-vent-positioning/176342)
**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-actuator-vent-positioning/176342 "2021-04-24T13:22:52Z")
When I took my car for general inspection to see what was happening with everything I asked my mechanic if he could also check my vents being stuck on dashboard position. I am talking about vent positions like front, dow… --- ## [4WD is soaked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-is-soaked/175924)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-is-soaked/175924 "2021-04-24T13:13:13Z")
I’m trying to sell my '09 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 93,000 miles. As far as I know, it’s in great condition. A guy came to look at it. He crawls under it and says my 4WD is soaked. He has no interest - doesn’t even want t… --- ## [2016 Subaru Outback - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-oil-consumption/176284)
**Author:** [@Subaru2016](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Subaru2016)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2021, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-oil-consumption/176284 "2021-04-24T02:05:30Z")
My 2016 Subaru Outback used oil on a trip in Dec 2020. Had driven it pretty steady for about 1800 miles. Still under the required oil change status. At he end the oil light came on said to add oil right away. The oil… --- ## [2018 Jeep Cherokee - Revs continuously](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-cherokee-revs-continuously/176296)
**Author:** [@HoundDog39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HoundDog39)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2021, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-cherokee-revs-continuously/176296 "2021-04-23T22:36:29Z")
What would cause a 2018 jeep Cherokee to rev up continously?? --- ## [2020 Acura RDX doesn’t start every time I push the button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-acura-rdx-doesn-t-start-every-time-i-push-the-button/176246)
**Author:** [@bbeleasing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bbeleasing)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2021, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-acura-rdx-doesn-t-start-every-time-i-push-the-button/176246 "2021-04-23T20:00:38Z")
car will not start every time when start button pushed in --- ## [2014 Hyundai catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-catalytic-converter/176320)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2021, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-catalytic-converter/176320 "2021-04-23T13:49:24Z")
Is it reasonable that my 2014 Hyundai Accent with 105000 miles on it would need a catalytic converter? What am i doing wrong? --- ## [2003 Chevrolet Astro - Actuator question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-astro-actuator-question/176290)
**Author:** [@Mustardthecat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustardthecat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2021, 8:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-astro-actuator-question/176290 "2021-04-23T08:40:50Z")
How to check door actuator . Door will only open with a key. --- ## [2015 Subaru Forester - more than one grade of oil to use?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-more-than-one-grade-of-oil-to-use/176260)
**Author:** [@HenryGouger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryGouger)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-more-than-one-grade-of-oil-to-use/176260 "2021-04-22T14:42:49Z")
I have a 2015 Subaru Forester and I’d like to know if there are more than one grade of oil one can use in lieu of the recommended? --- ## [2016 Honda Civic Sdn - AC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-sdn-ac-issue/176287)
**Author:** [@RobertShum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertShum)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-sdn-ac-issue/176287 "2021-04-22T17:57:48Z")
my 2016 honda civic sedan is blowing hot air when I use the AC. I know about the 10 year warranty but I just had this fixed roughly 2 years ago. It doesn’t look like they are actually fixing the problem and just ‘patch… --- ## [2009 Honda Civic Sdn - AC fades away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-civic-sdn-ac-fades-away/176312)
**Author:** [@SalMourad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SalMourad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-civic-sdn-ac-fades-away/176312 "2021-04-22T17:28:08Z")
My air conditioner stops giving out cool air after a little while of driving. I noticed it last when driving up a steep hill but this issue tends to happen when driving on regular roads. I checked the refrigerant pressu… --- ## [Oil leak on lower radiator hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-on-lower-radiator-hose/176233)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-on-lower-radiator-hose/176233 "2021-04-22T15:35:41Z")
Well, just had the oil changed on my 2000 CR-V (thanks for the discussion on oil weight). The only thing the shop pointed out was there’s an oil leak from somewhere in the engine that is getting onto the lower radiator … --- ## [Getting OEM parts from a local dealership, how long is the wait (typically.)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-oem-parts-from-a-local-dealership-how-long-is-the-wait-typically/176221)
**Author:** [@kennytulo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennytulo)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-oem-parts-from-a-local-dealership-how-long-is-the-wait-typically/176221 "2021-04-22T12:41:41Z")
Let’s say its’ a Honda dealership, let’s say the parts needed are a wheel bearing, or perhaps a strut bearing, or perhaps a strut bolt (and the accompanying nut) and perhaps a washer for that rebuilding that strut. So, t… --- ## [Blower Speeds run in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-speeds-run-in-reverse/176291)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2021, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-speeds-run-in-reverse/176291 "2021-04-22T01:40:23Z")
Chevy Cobalt 2005, 188k. For the last week or so, the fan speeds were working in reverse. Settings 4 and 3 don’t work. Settings 2, 1, and 0 (off) work. I assumed it was the blower resistor. I switched that out, alon… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-has-trouble-starting/176269)
**Author:** [@smokey15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smokey15)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-has-trouble-starting/176269 "2021-04-21T23:01:30Z")
trouble starting when cold took fuel filter off spin engine over no fuel at pump side --- ## [What's that noise only when I turned on the headlights on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that-noise-only-when-i-turned-on-the-headlights-on/176234)
**Author:** [@linftoo\_157529](https://community.cartalk.com/u/linftoo_157529)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that-noise-only-when-i-turned-on-the-headlights-on/176234 "2021-04-21T18:29:19Z")
How do I fix that noise? The noise will be on automatically only when I turn on the headlights. --- ## [Synthetic oil truths](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-truths/175781)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-truths/175781 "2021-04-21T17:59:02Z")
I have just read a lot of opinions about long-life synthetic oils and long-life filters. Fram has an UltraGuard that they say good for 20,000 miles. Does anybody have any actual references to say that the mileage quote… --- ## [2016 Jeep Compass - Feels like engine is missing or bad fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-compass-feels-like-engine-is-missing-or-bad-fuel/176272)
**Author:** [@dc36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dc36)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-compass-feels-like-engine-is-missing-or-bad-fuel/176272 "2021-04-21T16:28:20Z")
going down the road it will act like its missing, or bad fuel, you can feel it hit hard underneath. transmission? --- ## [Vibrations after new brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-after-new-brakes/176274)
**Author:** [@butters54\_us](https://community.cartalk.com/u/butters54_us)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2021, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-after-new-brakes/176274 "2021-04-21T13:23:09Z")
Before changing pads and rotors, I had terrible vibrations. After changing, the vibrations went away. Well I screwed up the install and didn’t get the rotors clean before hand so there was constant burning smell and smok… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=241) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=243)