# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=257 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 258 --- ## [(Another) car sitting for six months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-car-sitting-for-six-months/174752)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2021, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-car-sitting-for-six-months/174752 "2021-02-12T01:23:57Z")
My son is helping elderly neighbors who have not driven their car since August. (Make, year, mileage unknown.) Not surprising that the battery is dead. His concern is about the quality of the gasoline in the tank. Go… --- ## [2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution - is fuel upgrade kit worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-is-fuel-upgrade-kit-worth-it/174885)
**Author:** [@lylestoddard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lylestoddard)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2021, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-is-fuel-upgrade-kit-worth-it/174885 "2021-02-12T00:26:40Z")
is the fuel upgrade kit worthgetting for my evo --- ## [Gas leak or unburnt gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-leak-or-unburnt-gas/174908)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-leak-or-unburnt-gas/174908 "2021-02-11T23:37:30Z")
I took my pickup ('87 Toyota gasoline carbureted 4-cylinder) for an emissions test today. The guy refused to test it because it smelt so strongly of gasoline. There was gasoline on the ground, and I could smell it too, a… --- ## [2020 Nissan Altima - Glass cracked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-altima-glass-cracked/174757)
**Author:** [@JERRYLOCKHART](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JERRYLOCKHART)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-nissan-altima-glass-cracked/174757 "2021-02-11T20:43:01Z")
windshield cracked for no reason after several loud popping noises came from dash it cracked from under plastic of engine compartment one single line no chipping just single line --- ## [Going a size down for winter tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-a-size-down-for-winter-tires/174823)
**Author:** [@amatskovski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amatskovski)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-a-size-down-for-winter-tires/174823 "2021-02-11T17:09:24Z")
We live in upstate New York and I am looking to buy a set of winter tires+wheels for my wife’s 2018 Subaru Forester. Tirerack.com recommends going one size down and getting 16" wheels instead of the OEM 17" (215/70-16 vs… --- ## [Brake line busted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-busted/174854)
**Author:** [@watsuke\_169330](https://community.cartalk.com/u/watsuke_169330)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-busted/174854 "2021-02-11T17:02:58Z")
Hello again, need help from the local car guys. Was driving and my brakes went out, blew a brake line. Not sure what it’s called or if I can even replace it myself, included picture. Any info on where I can get a repl… --- ## [Mitsubishi Lancer 2008 ignition coils](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-lancer-2008-ignition-coils/174889)
**Author:** [@aiden167](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aiden167)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 10:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-lancer-2008-ignition-coils/174889 "2021-02-11T10:50:25Z")
Hello, I have mitsubishi lancer 2008 1.8L CVT (last gen) and I need to change the ignition coils. I searched online but couln’t find which ignition coils I need, can someone help me find the exact coil that I need? --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Cruze - Random engine surges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-random-engine-surges/174876)
**Author:** [@concernedcruzeowner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/concernedcruzeowner)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-random-engine-surges/174876 "2021-02-11T03:50:27Z")
The engine randomly revs up really high but the RPM’s do not move. It revs so high we shut the engine off as soon as it does this. It usually only does it while in park but it has on occasion done it while sitting at a r… --- ## [2006 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck - 4WD is a no-go](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-4wd-is-a-no-go/174910)
**Author:** [@weldman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weldman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-4wd-is-a-no-go/174910 "2021-02-11T01:39:02Z")
wont go into 4 wheel dr.light flashes on button --- ## [2011 Subaru Outback - Puddle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-puddle/171172)
**Author:** [@HarrisPunyon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HarrisPunyon)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2021, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-puddle/171172 "2021-02-11T01:19:53Z")
Water leak puddle in rear seat floor behind the drivers seat. --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Cruze - do I really have to replace the whole intake manifold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-do-i-really-have-to-replace-the-whole-intake-manifold/174887)
**Author:** [@Gaillard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gaillard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-do-i-really-have-to-replace-the-whole-intake-manifold/174887 "2021-02-10T23:58:42Z")
The little flapper valve under the Air Intake Emissions and Ventilation hose that attaches to the Intake Manifold is gone.! I was told the whole intake manifold needs to be replaced.!! The turbo is pressurizing the crank… --- ## [Smoking engine stops smoking after oil addition. What's up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-engine-stops-smoking-after-oil-addition-whats-up/174905)
**Author:** [@Mark-Moses](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark-Moses)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-engine-stops-smoking-after-oil-addition-whats-up/174905 "2021-02-10T21:18:55Z")
What do you think the problem could be? --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Bearing growl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-silverado-1500-bearing-growl/174900)
**Author:** [@Summer\_123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Summer_123)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-silverado-1500-bearing-growl/174900 "2021-02-10T17:27:46Z")
rear bearing making nose. --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Corvette - Rim defects](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-corvette-rim-defects/174833)
**Author:** [@George25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George25)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-corvette-rim-defects/174833 "2021-02-10T16:21:12Z")
With all the posts and class action suit information regarding the bent and cracked rims(wheels) there is no type(aluminum, pearl, black) posted. Are all the rims and wheels defective and I see no solution being provided… --- ## [O2 Sensor Strange Live Data](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-strange-live-data/174838)
**Author:** [@ArgosNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArgosNoble)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-strange-live-data/174838 "2021-02-10T01:30:09Z")
2011 Toyota Camry LE 2.5L L4 (4 Cylinder) NO CODES So I finally got a scanner. I’ve been doing some live readings. My car has an exhause manifold cat. And 2 sensors. Bank 1 Sensor 1 is an Air Fuel Ratio Sensor, usuall… --- ## [2002 Subaru Impreza Sedan WRX - Engine getting louder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-impreza-sedan-wrx-engine-getting-louder/174836)
**Author:** [@Jackwierz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jackwierz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-impreza-sedan-wrx-engine-getting-louder/174836 "2021-02-09T23:00:07Z")
My engine bay sounds louder than normal. Not sure how to describe it. It’s like a higher pitched noise that sounds like squeaky bearings but I’m not sure what it would be. --- ## [Freek accident](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freek-accident/169213)
**Author:** [@Rebecca-48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebecca-48)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freek-accident/169213 "2021-02-09T18:15:06Z")
Two weeks a go i had a freek accident. I was in the right hand lane preparing to parallel park with my wheel cranked. Just as i started to reverse (looking over right shoulder at parked cars) i felt a big bounce in the… --- ## [1999 Porsche Boxster - Security system is locking me out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-porsche-boxster-security-system-is-locking-me-out/174847)
**Author:** [@galpalsal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galpalsal)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-porsche-boxster-security-system-is-locking-me-out/174847 "2021-02-09T16:49:49Z")
secuity system got wet, water under seat, car won’t start, how do i fix? --- ## [Spongy brake pedal in snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spongy-brake-pedal-in-snow/174853)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spongy-brake-pedal-in-snow/174853 "2021-02-09T14:26:45Z")
I have a weird problem with the brakes on my 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It seems like it is related to the snow and ice. Maybe an ABS thing. When I step on the brake, I feel a little resistance, but it goes down much furt… --- ## [2011 Chrysler 300C - Backup camera broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chrysler-300c-backup-camera-broken/174843)
**Author:** [@michaelfrucchione](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelfrucchione)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 9:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chrysler-300c-backup-camera-broken/174843 "2021-02-09T09:12:44Z")
back up camera not working --- ## [2000 Volvo S70 - Hitch for bikes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s70-hitch-for-bikes/174850)
**Author:** [@kprivate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kprivate)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s70-hitch-for-bikes/174850 "2021-02-09T03:13:40Z")
need a hitch so I can put a bike rack on my Volvo --- ## [07 Silverado Pioneer Radio draining battery over night](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-silverado-pioneer-radio-draining-battery-over-night/174799)
**Author:** [@DARK1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DARK1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-silverado-pioneer-radio-draining-battery-over-night/174799 "2021-02-09T01:28:24Z")
My battery started dying overnight when the temp started dropping outside it always kills the battery over the course of one night I broke the touch screen on my Pioneer avh2300nex so I removed it and the drain appeared … --- ## [2010 Volkswagen CC - dct issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-cc-dct-issues/174852)
**Author:** [@ivantheterrible1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivantheterrible1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2021, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-cc-dct-issues/174852 "2021-02-09T01:24:31Z")
l not shift into reverse DCT HAve to reset transmission computer every time Solutions ? --- ## [Wierd "Shake/Shift" 2005 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wierd-shake-shift-2005-camry/173305)
**Author:** [@erikkfriberg\_153193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erikkfriberg_153193)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wierd-shake-shift-2005-camry/173305 "2021-02-08T19:44:28Z")
2005 Camry. I had 3 new tires put on the, 2 to replace worn tires and one to replace a defective (sidewall bulge) tire. Now the Car feels like driving on a flat. It will kind of fish tail, or slide back and forth. It… --- ## [2014 Kia Sorento - Refrigerant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sorento-refrigerant-leak/174840)
**Author:** [@dennis11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dennis11)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sorento-refrigerant-leak/174840 "2021-02-08T16:54:13Z")
ac loosing refigerant --- ## [2015 Ford Escape - battery’s dead, cluster’s inoperable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-s-dead-cluster-s-inoperable/174805)
**Author:** [@dorr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dorr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-s-dead-cluster-s-inoperable/174805 "2021-02-08T16:46:14Z")
battery dead instrument cluter inop --- ## [Spark plug replace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-replace/174603)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-replace/174603 "2021-02-08T15:40:41Z")
I am embarassed to say that my 2007 Mazda3 (2.5 L) has never had the spark plugs changed (165,000 miles). Any special precautions that I need to know to replace them? (I have no misfires.) --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry - Am I too early for BSM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-am-i-too-early-for-bsm/174827)
**Author:** [@kxbckjsdbkb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kxbckjsdbkb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-am-i-too-early-for-bsm/174827 "2021-02-08T05:26:01Z")
I wanted to check whether my car is supporting the BSM system --- ## [1994 Mercury Sable - Dome ligh is stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mercury-sable-dome-ligh-is-stuck/174784)
**Author:** [@bmccooljenkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmccooljenkins)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mercury-sable-dome-ligh-is-stuck/174784 "2021-02-08T03:15:21Z")
1994 Mercury Sable dome light will not turn off. Can you help. --- ## [2013 Nissan Juke - I love Nissan (not)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-juke-i-love-nissan-not/174791)
**Author:** [@nissanlemon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nissanlemon)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2021, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-juke-i-love-nissan-not/174791 "2021-02-08T00:59:39Z")
Nissan is the worst car. they stress people out cause of the service engine soon light goes off - why? cause they are a huge failure of a company. The car only has 55,000 km and it’s new and you flash this light on SERVI… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=256) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=258)