# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=246 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 247 --- ## [2013 Ford escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape/175944)
**Author:** [@bossgt1982](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bossgt1982)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2021, 1:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape/175944 "2021-04-05T13:18:14Z")
What’s a reasonable mileage you can expect from brakes pads and rotors mostly highway. Had them replaced 30,000 miles ago at Ford using oem parts and need replacing again. --- ## [Mileage moniter dropping miles fast](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-moniter-dropping-miles-fast/175957)
**Author:** [@Michaelgreen252\_174578](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michaelgreen252_174578)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2021, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-moniter-dropping-miles-fast/175957 "2021-04-05T16:37:28Z")
Hello help needed from any who may know. For some reason my mileage is dropping quickly. I had 84 miles until empty on the moniter and while driving atound the corner it dropped to 80. I drove around the block 2 times… --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Am Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-starting-problem/175991)
**Author:** [@KennBenn00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennBenn00)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2021, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-starting-problem/175991 "2021-04-05T15:11:33Z")
My 2004 grand am has issues starting when it’s cold. It has a new battery, the starter has been tested and was good, and it is not throwing any security light. When I try to start it, the lights and everything come on li… --- ## [2008 toyota tacoma fuel mileage has dropped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-tacoma-fuel-mileage-has-dropped/170103)
**Author:** [@Samnonono3\_149655](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Samnonono3_149655)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2021, 7:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-tacoma-fuel-mileage-has-dropped/170103 "2021-04-05T07:15:54Z")
08 Tacoma 4 cyl . 2.7 cc I noticed that the MAP has a cloth filter, can that filter be cleanned? Is there a spray I can use without damaging the MAP? No red light. Other than spark plugs, is there anything that others… --- ## [Silverado overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-overheating/175857)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-overheating/175857 "2021-04-04T21:32:54Z")
I have a problem with my truck overheating if it sits at an idle or very slow speeds (5-10mph) for too long. I originally had problems with the Dash information center giving me a warning that the truck was overheating … --- ## [2009 Audi A4 recoils when stopping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a4-recoils-when-stopping/175967)
**Author:** [@ScottDavidGreene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottDavidGreene)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a4-recoils-when-stopping/175967 "2021-04-04T17:06:33Z")
Car recoils when stopping --- ## [No crank with key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-with-key/175980)
**Author:** [@j.biggs76\_174592](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j.biggs76_174592)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-with-key/175980 "2021-04-04T15:59:21Z")
I put new plugs wires cap rotor button on my 96 Dodge Ram five nine now the ignition will not turn the truck over I can jump the starter wire to the battery and it will turn over and start fine but I can’t get no ignitio… --- ## [1989 Jeep Cherokee intermittently hums, parked or moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-jeep-cherokee-intermittently-hums-parked-or-moving/175970)
**Author:** [@Aldomom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aldomom)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-jeep-cherokee-intermittently-hums-parked-or-moving/175970 "2021-04-04T12:12:55Z")
Hum/Whine at rear of jeep periodically. Occurs when moving as well as parked. --- ## [2017 Honda Ridgeline “transmission system problem” warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-ridgeline-transmission-system-problem-warning/175976)
**Author:** [@kw2017](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kw2017)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 1:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-ridgeline-transmission-system-problem-warning/175976 "2021-04-04T13:00:44Z")
“Transmission system problem” warning message pops up after about 10 minutes of driving. There is no change in performance, no unusual sounds. --- ## [2001 BMW 325 thumps from the rear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-bmw-325-thumps-from-the-rear/175960)
**Author:** [@Rustle54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rustle54)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2021, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-bmw-325-thumps-from-the-rear/175960 "2021-04-04T12:45:06Z")
When Accelerating from a stop there’s a thump thump coming from rear of Car. About 10-15 mph then it quits. What is the problem? Thanks! Russ --- ## [1995 Toyota Avalon Starter issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-avalon-starter-issue/175868)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-avalon-starter-issue/175868 "2021-04-03T22:14:44Z")
My 1995 Avalon’s engine won’t turn over. It was operating normally two days ago. Car has 1MZFE engine, 248,000 miles. When I turn the key, I hear a very rapid clicking (solenoid ?) sound from under hood. Sounds like a … --- ## [2013 Lexus RX 350 - Tailgate quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lexus-rx-350-tailgate-quit/175931)
**Author:** [@HOWARDWILLIAMS29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HOWARDWILLIAMS29)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lexus-rx-350-tailgate-quit/175931 "2021-04-03T17:47:54Z")
tailgate stop working --- ## [Which gas is best?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-gas-is-best/175955)
**Author:** [@pmarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pmarc)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-gas-is-best/175955 "2021-04-03T15:13:06Z")
For my 2001 Audi TT I use 91 octane. Is there any truth to believing different gas brands, however, will contribute much more to gummy electro-mechanical parts or have other adverse effects? --- ## [2015 Mazda CX-9 - Help with noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-cx-9-help-with-noise/175917)
**Author:** [@Sam50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sam50)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-cx-9-help-with-noise/175917 "2021-04-03T01:56:14Z")
My 2015 Mazda CX-9 with 120k miles and 2 month old tires, recently started making a chopper like whining noise. Though there is no loss of power,2.25 RPM at 70mph speeds, 1.75-2RPM at lower speeds. I suspected an oncomi… --- ## [2006 4Runner Rear Hatch Not Locking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-4runner-rear-hatch-not-locking/175951)
**Author:** [@lincolnsamelson\_174575](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lincolnsamelson_174575)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-4runner-rear-hatch-not-locking/175951 "2021-04-03T01:28:35Z")
2006 Toyota 4Runner Trunk will not lock. You close the trunk and it attempts to lock but doesn’t latch all the way. Video below. Any ideas? --- ## [2005 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport - Clutch issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-clutch-issue/175949)
**Author:** [@jim21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2021, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-clutch-issue/175949 "2021-04-03T00:47:54Z")
2005 imprinza sport rpm surges when in engage clutch to stop. press acelerator to increase rpm it will drop to around 1500 rpm not 900 rpm / normal idel rpm --- ## [Car dies with engine on and loses power after](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-with-engine-on-and-loses-power-after/175954)
**Author:** [@bradleyhamann564\_174576](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bradleyhamann564_174576)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-with-engine-on-and-loses-power-after/175954 "2021-04-02T23:19:58Z")
i got a new battery and alternator but still no luck solving this issue. the car will start and drive fine the first time but the engine will eventually shut off and the power will be low (dim lights and slow window spe… --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx - Worry about power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-worry-about-power-steering/175921)
**Author:** [@ken27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ken27)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-worry-about-power-steering/175921 "2021-04-02T23:02:56Z")
just had a new electric power steering unit put in my car Jan11,2021 driven it exactly 74 days and boom my power steering warning lite on radio indicator came on the wrench warning light on the dash came on i was about 3… --- ## [Cost to fix A/C leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-to-fix-a-c-leak/175953)
**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-to-fix-a-c-leak/175953 "2021-04-02T22:50:24Z")
Hi, how much should I expect to pay to have a mechanic repair my car air conditioning on my 2006 Toyota Corolla if there’s a leak in the system and it’s blowing hot/room temperature air? Thanks! --- ## [03 Sonoma 4x4 giving me fits](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-sonoma-4x4-giving-me-fits/175797)
**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 10:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-sonoma-4x4-giving-me-fits/175797 "2021-04-02T10:38:26Z")
Hi fellow car people, Im currently trying to help a friend replace timing chain cover on an 03 GMC Sonoma 4x4 with 4,3 Vortec motor, Can anyone tell me of a way to get the new timing cover on without dropping the oil pan… --- ## [2013 Kia Optima Hybrid - Hybrid warning!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-hybrid-warning/175942)
**Author:** [@J9TX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J9TX)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 8:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-hybrid-warning/175942 "2021-04-02T08:56:44Z")
Hybrid System Warning! Safely stop and Do not drive came on after my car made a jerk and clunk sound as I was turning left. --- ## [2011 GMC Terrain - 2 issues - both in the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-2-issues-both-in-the-engine/175939)
**Author:** [@SteveHaskell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveHaskell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 8:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-2-issues-both-in-the-engine/175939 "2021-04-02T08:54:51Z")
heavy oil usage, second timing chain failure --- ## [2001 Toyota Sienna - new alternator, new problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-sienna-new-alternator-new-problems/175802)
**Author:** [@Ali34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ali34)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-sienna-new-alternator-new-problems/175802 "2021-04-02T02:57:18Z")
I have installed the alternator after that causes dash board light not working and audio is not working either. --- ## [2006 Hyundai Sonata - New battery issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sonata-new-battery-issues/175910)
**Author:** [@arthur05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arthur05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2021, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sonata-new-battery-issues/175910 "2021-04-02T01:07:02Z")
the car has bew battery when battery was connected the horn came on but nothing else --- ## [2005 Honda Element throttle body problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-element-throttle-body-problem/175932)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-element-throttle-body-problem/175932 "2021-04-01T20:41:13Z")
I recently had a mechanic replace the throttle body on my '05 Honda Element. It was a cheap aftermarket part I got on Amazon, rather than pay $500 for a new Honda part. I had to replace it because it sprang a coolant lea… --- ## [2018 Honda Accord Sdn - Low mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-sdn-low-mileage/175912)
**Author:** [@ribezio\_174549](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ribezio_174549)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-sdn-low-mileage/175912 "2021-04-01T20:31:00Z")
My car is just getting 25 mpg for both city and highway when its supposed to get 30 mpg city and 38 highway. I have the 1.5 turbo engine. Is anyone else having a similar issue. --- ## [My car ocassionally misfires after stoping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-ocassionally-misfires-after-stoping/175883)
**Author:** [@mattbruns3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattbruns3)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-ocassionally-misfires-after-stoping/175883 "2021-04-01T18:30:29Z")
I have a 2001 Toyota Camry that I have started noticing today of some misfires. After stopping at a stop light it jerks and hesitates but not after slowing down and turning. It’s not consistent, it’s off and on. Other th… --- ## [2014 Ford F-150 CEL after air filter discovered backwards](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-cel-after-air-filter-discovered-backwards/175915)
**Author:** [@Honky2369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honky2369)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-cel-after-air-filter-discovered-backwards/175915 "2021-04-01T16:19:35Z")
I have the 2014 F150 STX 5.0 liter. I was driving home after an oil change and my truck lost power and I had it towed home. Found the air filter was install the wrong way. This caused the air filter box cover to not seal… --- ## [2014 Chrysler 300C - exhaust pipe defect](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-300c-exhaust-pipe-defect/175895)
**Author:** [@BobHughes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobHughes)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 5:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-300c-exhaust-pipe-defect/175895 "2021-04-01T05:35:04Z")
I own a 2014 Chrysler 300C with the 3.6 engine. There is only 42525 mile on it. On the way back from Florida to Pennsylvania, the engine noise kept getting louder. Went to Chrysler dealer and they had to replace the reso… --- ## [2018 Ford Focus roof dents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-focus-roof-dents/175842)
**Author:** [@peterhudsonph](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peterhudsonph)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2021, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-focus-roof-dents/175842 "2021-04-01T06:21:18Z")
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