# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=26 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 27 --- ## [Delete or not to delete life time air filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/delete-or-not-to-delete-life-time-air-filter/198707)
**Author:** [@Georgefocus2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Georgefocus2)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2025, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/delete-or-not-to-delete-life-time-air-filter/198707 "2025-01-18T02:33:45Z")
Im new to car maintenance and I have a used 2009 ford focus that comes with this life time air filter. Theres suppose to be a gauge that tells when it needs to be replaced but its no where to be found and will cost to ge… --- ## [2012 RAV4 Idle/Driving Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-rav4-idle-driving-issues/198619)
**Author:** [@ryanlindrud5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryanlindrud5)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-rav4-idle-driving-issues/198619 "2025-01-17T23:30:34Z")
Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice on what to do with my 2012 RAV4 4WD that has 102k miles. I’m currently experiencing issues with my RPM and driving. When starting the car up, the RPM will shoot to 2500 and slowly… --- ## [2018 Toyota Highlander - Unhappy with used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-highlander-unhappy-with-used-car/198699)
**Author:** [@missionman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/missionman)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-highlander-unhappy-with-used-car/198699 "2025-01-17T23:28:23Z")
2018 Toyota Highlander Limited we just bought from Corwin Toyota in Colorado Springs. The car is currently there getting fixed and serviced for lurching forward issues on gas pedal is pressed. it also happens on slowing … --- ## [2013 Forester P0451 Troubleshooting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-forester-p0451-troubleshooting/198729)
**Author:** [@B737JD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/B737JD)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-forester-p0451-troubleshooting/198729 "2025-01-17T23:18:49Z")
Hello all, this is my first post here, I’m looking to see if anyone can help me troubleshoot an emissions issue. Specifically, I get the P0451 code every other time I drive my car when it is around 40°F outside or above… --- ## [Car won't start after replacing the fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-after-replacing-the-fuel-pump/198704)
**Author:** [@Imamstre2u\_192498](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Imamstre2u_192498)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-after-replacing-the-fuel-pump/198704 "2025-01-16T16:49:56Z")
My check engine light came on and my cars vague diagnosis said there is a problem with the emissions control system. Before i could take it to a shop about a week later it died while driving. I couldn’t get it started a… --- ## [Another incongruous pop-up ad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-incongruous-pop-up-ad/198725)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2025, 8:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-incongruous-pop-up-ad/198725 "2025-01-17T08:58:04Z")
Seeing this ad on CarTalk (M&R) is weird. It says “Every Performance Chip is personally programmed in the United States by a Dyno expert.” I think the consensus here is that “Your wallet personally flushed” would be … --- ## [2012 Volvo XC60 - Screen went blank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volvo-xc60-screen-went-blank/198717)
**Author:** [@k8gen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/k8gen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volvo-xc60-screen-went-blank/198717 "2025-01-16T22:38:30Z")
My battery died one day so we replaced it, then my whole infotainment screen went out, no radio, no back up camera, can’t see controls for air and heat. The whole screen is black. Brought it to a mechanic - replaced enti… --- ## [Sparks, Carbon......100k!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sparks-carbon-100k/198404)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sparks-carbon-100k/198404 "2025-01-16T14:20:52Z")
Its a 2nd Gen Mazda 5 with 113k. It uses the most expensive NGK sparks, Iridium Laser. I changed them. I use Mobil1 and also posted a Oil analysis an year ago. #2 and #3 sparks have some carbon. Those two were easy to… --- ## [07 Chrisyler Town N country jack points](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-chrisyler-town-n-country-jack-points/198685)
**Author:** [@djuan019247674](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djuan019247674)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-chrisyler-town-n-country-jack-points/198685 "2025-01-16T13:32:45Z")
Just wanted to verify for safety that these are the correct jack points on an 07 chrysler town n country. Ill be using a 3ton floor jack at the motor mount bracket. Is the crossmember another good jack point? Will be pla… --- ## [Better grade engine oil, or more frequent replacing? Which is better?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-grade-engine-oil-or-more-frequent-replacing-which-is-better/198696)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2025, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-grade-engine-oil-or-more-frequent-replacing-which-is-better/198696 "2025-01-16T13:05:41Z")
In Ray’s current (1.14.25) Dear Car Talk column, he advises the reader to use a more expensive full synthetic engine oil, rather than a less expensive synthetic blend. No dispute. But this got me to wondering, if y… --- ## [2022 Camry Bumper Clip Broke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-camry-bumper-clip-broke/198701)
**Author:** [@peterswagz897\_192497](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peterswagz897_192497)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2025, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-camry-bumper-clip-broke/198701 "2025-01-15T21:55:07Z")
Hit a large pothole today and the bottom of my car hit the ground causing the bumper to get knocked out out bit. Upon closer inspection, I noticed the fender liner was out of place and that a plastic part of the bumpe… --- ## [2017 Canyon Traction lights on intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-canyon-traction-lights-on-intermittently/198532)
**Author:** [@aldeneleven\_192343](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aldeneleven_192343)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2025, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-canyon-traction-lights-on-intermittently/198532 "2025-01-15T15:28:58Z")
I have a 2017 4 cyl 4WD GMC Canyon which has an intermittent problem. Sometimes ( 1 in 3) when I start the truck three lights stay on, 1) Traction Control system(StabiliTrak), 2) Traction control system Traction off lig… --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - What maintenance is typical approaching 150K?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-what-maintenance-is-typical-approaching-150k/198687)
**Author:** [@afdawson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/afdawson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-what-maintenance-is-typical-approaching-150k/198687 "2025-01-15T14:46:11Z")
My truck has 136,000 miles on it and seems to run fine. I use to take it to a mechanic regularly for service, however I’ve done minor services and general auto repairs myself lately. What should I be on the lookout for… --- ## [Spot Welder Ratings for Automotive Applications](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spot-welder-ratings-for-automotive-applications/198691)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2025, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spot-welder-ratings-for-automotive-applications/198691 "2025-01-14T22:42:08Z")
I’m looking into spot welders for making battery packs. Spot welding copper seems to be a bit difficult, and requires a lot of power. So I’m looking into different spot welders that can spot welder copper strips at least… --- ## [2007 Honda Pilot Brake lights - I've tried everything (I think)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-pilot-brake-lights-ive-tried-everything-i-think/198688)
**Author:** [@Jarrod-H](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jarrod-H)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2025, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-pilot-brake-lights-ive-tried-everything-i-think/198688 "2025-01-14T01:36:38Z")
Tail lights work, blinkers work but all brake lights are out. I changed out bulbs, brake switch, checked fuse, and ran a scan and nothing showed up. Searched online and in forums and haven’t found anything helpful yet. O… --- ## [2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Dash light glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-grand-cherokee-dash-light-glitch/198647)
**Author:** [@moldeoldy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moldeoldy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2025, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-grand-cherokee-dash-light-glitch/198647 "2025-01-13T21:56:09Z")
all dash come on when driving sometime engine quits but it will start sometimes --- ## [Do all metric nuts with a particular wrench size have the same inner threads?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-all-metric-nuts-with-a-particular-wrench-size-have-the-same-inner-threads/198600)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2025, 7:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-all-metric-nuts-with-a-particular-wrench-size-have-the-same-inner-threads/198600 "2025-01-13T07:06:42Z")
This is a general question, but the vehicle I am working on is a 2004 Toyota Corolla. And the nuts in question are the 17 mm nuts which connect the stabilizer bar links to the front struts. I am replacing all the strut… --- ## [2002-2006 Camry Serpentine Belt Replacement Help, Lots of Torque?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-2006-camry-serpentine-belt-replacement-help-lots-of-torque/188506)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2025, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-2006-camry-serpentine-belt-replacement-help-lots-of-torque/188506 "2025-01-12T22:57:26Z")
I have a 2005 Camry with about 192,000 miles on it. I was trying to identify a loud humming noise that I could hear while accelerating only at lower than highway speeds. I suspected it was one of the pulleys. I have the … --- ## [2016 RAM 1500 - Fuse question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-fuse-question/198672)
**Author:** [@martychouinard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martychouinard)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2025, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-fuse-question/198672 "2025-01-11T23:49:25Z")
my 16 ram truck needs a 125a fuse. after replacing does the truck need to be reprogrammed? --- ## [Key Not Detected - 2015 Ford Fiesta SE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-detected-2015-ford-fiesta-se/140627)
**Author:** [@John.stack.78\_152068](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John.stack.78_152068)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2025, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-detected-2015-ford-fiesta-se/140627 "2025-01-11T23:11:29Z")
Hello all. I need some help because I am close to the point of selling this car to an auction place just to be rid of it. 2015 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan. 59k miles. Purchased used in 2016 with roughly 28k miles. 2nd Owner. … --- ## [Mysterious 2007 Honda Pilot whomp sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-2007-honda-pilot-whomp-sound/120954)
**Author:** [@Kickthefog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kickthefog)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2025, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-2007-honda-pilot-whomp-sound/120954 "2025-01-11T18:03:24Z")
My 2007 Honda Pilot with 180,000 miles on it. I bought the car with 135,000. Even when I bought it, the car made this noise but it is getting louder. The noise is like a cycling, repetitive noise that increases in spe… --- ## [2010 GMC Terrain - Reduced power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain-reduced-power/198654)
**Author:** [@jack40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jack40)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain-reduced-power/198654 "2025-01-10T21:58:07Z")
engine power is reduced and dont start rpm not working good t.y… --- ## [Seam sealer: dynatron vs urethane?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seam-sealer-dynatron-vs-urethane/198643)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seam-sealer-dynatron-vs-urethane/198643 "2025-01-10T21:38:07Z")
From the 3m versions, the urethan is about 2x the price of the dynatron. What are the compromises? --- ## [Toyota Camry Hybrid 2007 - Sulphur Smell from exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-hybrid-2007-sulphur-smell-from-exhaust/198650)
**Author:** [@v.bawks\_192444](https://community.cartalk.com/u/v.bawks_192444)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-hybrid-2007-sulphur-smell-from-exhaust/198650 "2025-01-10T15:22:09Z")
Recently noticed a distinct sulphur smell coming from my exhaust pipe when my Hybrid Toyota Camry 2007 is idling/driving. I’m not getting any check engine light, not a noticeable decline in acceleration and fuel economy … --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Sonic - Asking about CEL and OIL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-sonic-asking-about-cel-and-oil/198641)
**Author:** [@Christina02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christina02)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-sonic-asking-about-cel-and-oil/198641 "2025-01-10T05:29:49Z")
My car has been sitting for idk how long, I got it from a used car lot… so it probably needs oil change and spark plug switched out. Yesterday the check engine light came on but drives normal, not sure what that is? --- ## [2006 Hyundai Elantra - Gauge issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-gauge-issues/198637)
**Author:** [@elsa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elsa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 5:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-gauge-issues/198637 "2025-01-10T05:17:15Z")
Good day The fuel gage and light dont work on the car i have tried swopping the wires aslo but still nothing i have been stuck along the road a few times without fuel i bought the car from some one else what can be the … --- ## [Right maf replacement procedure 3.6 vtt buick lacrosse 2013](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-maf-replacement-procedure-3-6-vtt-buick-lacrosse-2013/198612)
**Author:** [@RSALVAREZ1\_192412](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RSALVAREZ1_192412)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2025, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-maf-replacement-procedure-3-6-vtt-buick-lacrosse-2013/198612 "2025-01-10T04:00:47Z")
I am looking to understand my car failure, is related to the MAF SENSOR : iF I START THE ENGINE WITH OUT THE MAF SENSOR CONNECTED, THE ENGINE RUN PERFECTLY, with an average of 30 mpg, the down side , the cooling fans a… --- ## [2018 Honda Pilot - Best transmission choice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-pilot-best-transmission-choice/198610)
**Author:** [@WW02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WW02)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2025, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-pilot-best-transmission-choice/198610 "2025-01-09T00:20:46Z")
Which is the better tranny–the 6 speed or 9 speed for the 2018 Honda Pilot ? --- ## [Louder sound on Honda CRV 1997 RD1 2.0L L4 SOHC 16 valves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/louder-sound-on-honda-crv-1997-rd1-2-0l-l4-sohc-16-valves/198624)
**Author:** [@kg5ovdofx\_192420](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kg5ovdofx_192420)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2025, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/louder-sound-on-honda-crv-1997-rd1-2-0l-l4-sohc-16-valves/198624 "2025-01-08T22:51:10Z")
Originally more silent, after being opened up and the head gasket changed, the engine sounds like a muffled tractor - think race car, just not as loud; with the occasional added sound like an electric fan, of the pulleys… --- ## [2016 Volkswagen Golf - Oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volkswagen-golf-oil-leak/198622)
**Author:** [@Riche](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Riche)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2025, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volkswagen-golf-oil-leak/198622 "2025-01-08T21:14:37Z")
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