# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=25 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 26 --- ## [2016 Buick Encore - Vehicle was in serious crash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-vehicle-was-in-serious-crash/198842)
**Author:** [@Jerseyboy16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jerseyboy16)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2025, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-vehicle-was-in-serious-crash/198842 "2025-01-31T20:43:32Z")
The vehicle was in a serious T-Bone crash, and the side air bags did not deploy. At 73,000mi, The engine developed oil leaks, and in the replacement of the gaskets, it was discovered the ignition coil was damaged with oi… --- ## [PCV valve Explained What is PCV Valve and How important is it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pcv-valve-explained-what-is-pcv-valve-and-how-important-is-it/198898)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2025, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pcv-valve-explained-what-is-pcv-valve-and-how-important-is-it/198898 "2025-01-30T22:21:56Z")
Found this video and figured I pass it on for those who do not know. PCV valve Explained What is PCV Valve and How important is it? - YouTube --- ## [Peugeot 2008 service light keeps pop up with alarms after resting manually](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-2008-service-light-keeps-pop-up-with-alarms-after-resting-manually/198887)
**Author:** [@nour.eldin.radwan.3599\_192662](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nour.eldin.radwan.3599_192662)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2025, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-2008-service-light-keeps-pop-up-with-alarms-after-resting-manually/198887 "2025-01-30T22:13:50Z")
Hi fellows I’ve a Peugeot 2008 made in 2015 has 1.6 VTi engine petrol After resitting service light it goes away. The next time I turn car on it pop up again with noisy alarms. No check engine or any other lights. W… --- ## [Problem with dealer mechanic Alan Ortega, SMZ Autos, Roswell, GA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-dealer-mechanic-alan-ortega-smz-autos-roswell-ga/198862)
**Author:** [@teacher.towers.high\_192197](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teacher.towers.high_192197)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2025, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-dealer-mechanic-alan-ortega-smz-autos-roswell-ga/198862 "2025-01-30T01:31:28Z")
Having issue with dealer mechanic in Roswell. The mechanic has kept $1,725 since July 2024 without repairing the car. In November 2024, he returned the vehicle with parts scattered across the back seat, leaving it in wo… --- ## [Help me with engine issue, cant figure out the electrical issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-with-engine-issue-cant-figure-out-the-electrical-issue/198874)
**Author:** [@Tacos1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tacos1234)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2025, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-with-engine-issue-cant-figure-out-the-electrical-issue/198874 "2025-01-29T21:37:25Z")
Nissan Sentra 2009 2.0 147k mileage I need help trying to figure out what is wrong with my engine. I started noticing power issues and electrical flickering on my dash, headlights, and any lights inside the car. the … --- ## [Battery Light On, Battery and Alternator good, no problems starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-on-battery-and-alternator-good-no-problems-starting/142631)
**Author:** [@BOuLDeR7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOuLDeR7)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2025, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-on-battery-and-alternator-good-no-problems-starting/142631 "2025-01-29T17:08:38Z")
The short story is everything tests good however the battery light is on and will not go off. I tried several alternators, one being new, and put in a new battery and a new belt. I have a 2004 Toyota Matrix XR. Severa… --- ## [Performing a smoke test for a vacuum leak - Preparation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performing-a-smoke-test-for-a-vacuum-leak-preparation/198838)
**Author:** [@Fresno-Jack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fresno-Jack)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2025, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performing-a-smoke-test-for-a-vacuum-leak-preparation/198838 "2025-01-29T04:49:21Z")
Is it necessary to position the camshaft correctly to seal valve openings when performing a smoke test for vacuum leaks? Or would either the intake or exhaust valve be completely closed in each combustion chamber for any… --- ## [2018 Hyundai Genesis - No heat coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-genesis-no-heat-coolant-leak/198858)
**Author:** [@DannonThompson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DannonThompson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2025, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-genesis-no-heat-coolant-leak/198858 "2025-01-28T16:57:16Z")
I have no heat and the car is leaking coolant --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Avalanche - Won't accept fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-avalanche-wont-accept-fuel/198845)
**Author:** [@C.Woods\_Texas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/C.Woods_Texas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2025, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-avalanche-wont-accept-fuel/198845 "2025-01-28T00:24:24Z")
When putting gas in my vehicle, the pump stops every gallon I put in. I have changed evaporated valve and vapor canister vent valve and its still not allowing me to pump gas. --- ## [2008 Nissan Rogue - Won't start due to no fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-rogue-wont-start-due-to-no-fuel/198810)
**Author:** [@SnowKween](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SnowKween)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2025, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-rogue-wont-start-due-to-no-fuel/198810 "2025-01-27T14:42:07Z")
fuel not getting through and it wont start --- ## [Recurring PS Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recurring-ps-leak/198833)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2025, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recurring-ps-leak/198833 "2025-01-26T21:35:30Z")
My 2005 Buick Century has a recurring PS fluid leak. I have to frequently replenish the reservoir. During the last 200,000 miles, I had the power steering pump replaced twice and the return line also replaced twice, but… --- ## [AWD tire trouble - replace one tire or all four?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-tire-trouble-replace-one-tire-or-all-four/198759)
**Author:** [@griffin0523\_192545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/griffin0523_192545)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2025, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-tire-trouble-replace-one-tire-or-all-four/198759 "2025-01-25T16:49:32Z")
I’m in a quandary and would love some advice, as I’m not a huge car guy. I drive a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Touring - an AWD vehicle. I’ve currently got size 225/55R17 Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22 tires on the vehicle. … --- ## [2016 Toyota Camry - Sway Bar Link](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-sway-bar-link/198825)
**Author:** [@Davidgonzalez542\_192457](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Davidgonzalez542_192457)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-sway-bar-link/198825 "2025-01-25T14:38:53Z")
Found out car needs new sway bar link. Do I go with the aftermarket part or get an original part from the dealer/ reputable online vendor? Is this part important enough that I can ‘skimp’ out on parts? Any help is apprec… --- ## [Lucas Engine Oil Additive 12 Ounce - 11097?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lucas-engine-oil-additive-12-ounce-11097/198767)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2025, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lucas-engine-oil-additive-12-ounce-11097/198767 "2025-01-24T17:40:27Z")
Should I use this on my 2009 Corolla with 140k: \ This car uses fullsyn oil, used Kirkland - after about 5.5k I checked, oil is Goldish but darkish when i… --- ## [2011 Honda CR-V - Brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-brake-issue/198797)
**Author:** [@Tannspatzierath](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tannspatzierath)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2025, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-brake-issue/198797 "2025-01-24T07:30:55Z")
Went to break and pedal went to floor but no breaks couldn’t stop --- ## [2007 Jeep Liberty - Window repair has its ups and downs (Sorry)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-window-repair-has-its-ups-and-downs-sorry/198758)
**Author:** [@Ann55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ann55)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2025, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-window-repair-has-its-ups-and-downs-sorry/198758 "2025-01-24T01:15:25Z")
A New Front Driver’s side window regulator has been installed. The window goes up and down, but three days later, nothing happens, and the window is stuck half open with no motor noise. All the other window regulators we… --- ## [Left lower timing cover off 2012 Ford Fiesta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-lower-timing-cover-off-2012-ford-fiesta/198789)
**Author:** [@andrizomai](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrizomai)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-lower-timing-cover-off-2012-ford-fiesta/198789 "2025-01-23T23:42:02Z")
About buttoned everything back up when realized I left the lower cover that goes behind the crank pulley and over the bottom gear pulley on the timing belt. I’m considering leaving it off rather than doing the whole job… --- ## [Botched Transmission Installation Destroys Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botched-transmission-installation-destroys-engine/198766)
**Author:** [@cindy\_3508](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cindy_3508)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botched-transmission-installation-destroys-engine/198766 "2025-01-23T20:35:52Z")
I wanted to buy a used handicap van for my elderly mother. I found a 2009 Town and Country (BraunAbility) that was well-maintained (great service records) and only had 84,000 miles. I took it to a large, professional aut… --- ## [2004 Chevy venture engine overheating in cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-venture-engine-overheating-in-cold/198764)
**Author:** [@lizz913](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lizz913)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-venture-engine-overheating-in-cold/198764 "2025-01-23T15:58:44Z")
So my friend has a 2004 Chevy Venture that is having trouble in the cold and is causing the engine to overheat. She added new coolant this morning but it wasn’t super helpful. After talking with me she turned off her car… --- ## [Car shaking and flashing engine light after oil change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-and-flashing-engine-light-after-oil-change/198760)
**Author:** [@Georgefocus2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Georgefocus2)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2025, 5:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shaking-and-flashing-engine-light-after-oil-change/198760 "2025-01-23T05:12:35Z")
I had a mechanic change my oil on my used Focus. He put motorcraft 5w20 synthetic blend and a motorcraft oil filter. Before he changed it, the dipstick was showing the oil was overfill, above the max and dirty. Also, don… --- ## [Ebay splash shield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ebay-splash-shield/198753)
**Author:** [@iuhoosier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iuhoosier)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ebay-splash-shield/198753 "2025-01-22T21:33:03Z")
l asked a dealer about a splash shield, and he told me it cost $200. l saw a similar one on ebay for $45. l’ve heard some people say that the holes might not line up. Does anyone have any knowledge about how compatible t… --- ## [2001 Mercury Sable - Buying used](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-buying-used/198712)
**Author:** [@jessica48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jessica48)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-buying-used/198712 "2025-01-22T16:13:26Z")
i may be purchasing a used 2001-2002 mercury sable and would like to know of any issues with the vehicle --- ## [After putting seafoam, car started wasting gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-putting-seafoam-car-started-wasting-gas/198761)
**Author:** [@Georgefocus2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Georgefocus2)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-putting-seafoam-car-started-wasting-gas/198761 "2025-01-22T04:18:28Z")
At the gas station I followed the 50/50 recommendation on the bottle. On my way home which is less than 1.3miles, I noticed the gas gauge on the dashboard dropping. Anyone experienced this before? A friend said he has ne… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Corvette - Question on jump starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-corvette-question-on-jump-starting/198680)
**Author:** [@Nedved](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nedved)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2025, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-corvette-question-on-jump-starting/198680 "2025-01-22T03:43:40Z")
If my car battery is dead, If I disconnect one of the posts and install my lithium jump starter battery will the car run on that battery and be recharged by the car when it is running? --- ## [2018 Lexus RX 350 w/ audible rear clunk over bumps at slow speeds. Rear lateral arm?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-rx-350-w-audible-rear-clunk-over-bumps-at-slow-speeds-rear-lateral-arm/198675)
**Author:** [@izchief360](https://community.cartalk.com/u/izchief360)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2025, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-rx-350-w-audible-rear-clunk-over-bumps-at-slow-speeds-rear-lateral-arm/198675 "2025-01-21T23:23:29Z")
I have a 2018 RX 350, 3.5L 6cyl, 80k miles, with an audible (but not loud) clunking from the rear end at slow speeds and uneven pavement/bumps. Sounds like it’s coming from the rear passenger side. I’ve been having troub… --- ## [2017 Lexus RX 350 - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lexus-rx-350-transmission-issues/198741)
**Author:** [@mawijim69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mawijim69)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2025, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lexus-rx-350-transmission-issues/198741 "2025-01-21T14:42:17Z")
How would i know if transmission --- ## [Jumpstart: Why does BLACK get grounded and not hooked to NEGATIVE on dead battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstart-why-does-black-get-grounded-and-not-hooked-to-negative-on-dead-battery/72155)
**Author:** [@UsedEconobox\_2\_UsedBMW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UsedEconobox_2_UsedBMW)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2025, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jumpstart-why-does-black-get-grounded-and-not-hooked-to-negative-on-dead-battery/72155 "2025-01-20T02:13:34Z")
Is there a difference? Black terminal on the dead car is grounded anyway. So what's the deal with hooking the black cable to the chasis instead? --- ## [2014 Jeep Cherokee - Car shield question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-car-shield-question/198721)
**Author:** [@Kimberley1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kimberley1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2025, 9:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-car-shield-question/198721 "2025-01-19T09:18:56Z")
I am looking for a garage near me that excepts car shield --- ## [Car swaying after tie rod change and replacement tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-swaying-after-tie-rod-change-and-replacement-tire/198655)
**Author:** [@sarxlives](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarxlives)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2025, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-swaying-after-tie-rod-change-and-replacement-tire/198655 "2025-01-18T16:38:50Z")
On my 2014 Ford Taurus, I finally changed out my inner and outer tie rods on both sides of my car. After changing the rods, I went and got two used tires as both barely had any thread left. Since I got that new tire my … --- ## [Problems with Fuel Gauge and Fuel Odometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-fuel-gauge-and-fuel-odometer/198734)
**Author:** [@theminx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theminx)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2025, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-fuel-gauge-and-fuel-odometer/198734 "2025-01-18T15:05:23Z")
I have a 2007 Honda CR-V EX with all-wheel drive. I began having a problem with the digital fuel gauge and fuel odometer, two features I’ve never had on a vehicle before. As I’m driving, the digital bar showing how muc… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=24) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=26)