# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=280 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 281 --- ## [2004 Dodge Ram 3500 - Elbow deep in this engine and I need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-3500-elbow-deep-in-this-engine-and-i-need-help/172585)
**Author:** [@Bad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-3500-elbow-deep-in-this-engine-and-i-need-help/172585 "2020-11-25T18:44:27Z")
The front main shaft oil seal kit I purchase has 5 parts. The wear sleeve, the plastic centering sleeve, the seal, the depth gauge, and what appears to be a rubber oil slinger. When I took this apart, there was a ring o… --- ## [1995 Ford Ranger/Mazda B2300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-mazda-b2300/172617)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-mazda-b2300/172617 "2020-11-25T18:05:22Z")
Simple question for a good mechanic: I am replacing the rear leaf spring shackle including the support. I had to grind off some pretty major rivets. Would a real mechanic have torched these off? If so, how would they… --- ## [2020 Honda Accord Hybrid tpms light stays on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms-light-stays-on/172653)
**Author:** [@Mr.Barb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.Barb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms-light-stays-on/172653 "2020-11-25T04:09:38Z")
The tire pressure light came on, had the pressure checked all 4 tires were in normal range. I have about 2,200. miles on it and the light stays on all the time --- ## [Wheel Shakes When Braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875 "2020-11-25T01:12:11Z")
Not alarming, yet noticeable shake when braking even after replacing pads and rotors (x4). Installed new rotors hoping it would resolve the issue. I was careful to torque the nuts properly to spec using a torque wrench … --- ## [2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV fuse box fire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-escalade-esv-fuse-box-fire/172650)
**Author:** [@kimberlycee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimberlycee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-escalade-esv-fuse-box-fire/172650 "2020-11-25T00:02:05Z")
fuse box cought on fire --- ## [2015 Buick Encore - Sat idle now misses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-encore-sat-idle-now-misses/172583)
**Author:** [@RB27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RB27)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-encore-sat-idle-now-misses/172583 "2020-11-24T23:43:14Z")
Car sat for 3 months this summer. Using it again, but misses badly. Buick dealer says since I was using cheap Safeway gas, it needs to be cleaned with some Seafoam, and good gas run through it to clean the injectors. … --- ## [Mercedes Diesel with 250K+ miles - good buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-diesel-with-250k-miles-good-buy/58307)
**Author:** [@davehapa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davehapa)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-diesel-with-250k-miles-good-buy/58307 "2020-11-24T23:35:53Z")
Is it safe to buy a Mercedes E300 Turbo Diesel with over 250K miles on it? From pictures it's in good shape, and I know that some diesel engines can last a long time, but that's a lot of miles. Anyone have any thou… --- ## [Might have to salvage my car! Please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-have-to-salvage-my-car-please-help/172562)
**Author:** [@Talha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Talha)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-have-to-salvage-my-car-please-help/172562 "2020-11-24T18:59:07Z")
I drive an 07 Nissan Versa, used mainly for work and university so it racks up a lot of mileage. Past few weeks I have been having issues with an oil leak, took it to the mechanic who pointed to a loose screw on the valv… --- ## [Is it true that Hyundai wont repair or replace one of thier engines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-true-that-hyundai-wont-repair-or-replace-one-of-thier-engines/134057)
**Author:** [@lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesabre)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-true-that-hyundai-wont-repair-or-replace-one-of-thier-engines/134057 "2020-11-24T18:53:44Z")
Is it rue that Hyundai wont fix one of their engines that fails under the warranty? The federal class action lawsuit alleged that Hyundai sold Sonata vehicles with defective rotating assemblies in the Theta II 2.4 … --- ## [Sputtering while driving and in idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-while-driving-and-in-idle/172629)
**Author:** [@shaunieceolson0421](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shaunieceolson0421)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-while-driving-and-in-idle/172629 "2020-11-24T18:02:38Z")
Hello, I’m having troubles with my car and can’t quite figure out what’s happening. My brother in law wants to start buying and repairing random parts but I need this car running now as it’s my only transportation for my… --- ## [Help! Truck will not start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-truck-will-not-start/172565)
**Author:** [@mariahshafer722\_172476](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mariahshafer722_172476)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-truck-will-not-start/172565 "2020-11-24T06:39:11Z")
Hello everyone, My spouse has a 2002 Ford F150 that is not starting. The lights and everything come on as normal when we turn the key, it sounds as if the starter is still trying to kick on but the engine will not turn … --- ## [2001 Ford Focus front end work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-front-end-work/172598)
**Author:** [@Kistner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kistner)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-front-end-work/172598 "2020-11-24T04:10:32Z")
01 Focus, front driver side lower control arm rusted through. During the event the cv shaft was yanked apart as well. Any suggestions as to what else I should replace while attempting this repair? Tie rod comes to min… --- ## [Shake When Accelerating (35-45 mph)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shake-when-accelerating-35-45-mph/172620)
**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shake-when-accelerating-35-45-mph/172620 "2020-11-24T03:44:27Z")
'08 Buick LaCrosse. Vehicle shakes when hitting the gas between 35 and 45 mph. No shake when braking down through these speeds. No shake when in neutral revving the engine. No wheel shake as one would expect with warped… --- ## [Toyota Matrix rough start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-rough-start/172602)
**Author:** [@Ross85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ross85)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-rough-start/172602 "2020-11-24T03:40:37Z")
Hi, I have a 1.8L 2014 Toyota Matrix. Today I noticed it sounding a bit rough starting, but not bad. Then the yellow engine light came on. It runs fine once started and starts fine after running for a bit. I scanned the … --- ## [2017 Volkswagen Passat - Alignment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volkswagen-passat-alignment/162459)
**Author:** [@JimBrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimBrown)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volkswagen-passat-alignment/162459 "2020-11-24T03:13:49Z")
I have a 2017 VW Passat. I’m told it needs a 4-wheel alignment. The problem is, the dealer tells me this comes with a calibration of the adaptive cruise control, to the tune of $600 just for the calibration. What gives? … --- ## [2017 Jeep Compass downshifting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-compass-downshifting-problem/172611)
**Author:** [@baylor33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baylor33)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-compass-downshifting-problem/172611 "2020-11-24T02:02:29Z")
i have the same downshifting /noise problem on my car… --- ## [2009 Lexus RX 350 oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lexus-rx-350-oil-leak/172609)
**Author:** [@bbrag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bbrag)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lexus-rx-350-oil-leak/172609 "2020-11-24T00:07:25Z")
Oil leaking from underneath passenger side of the engine --- ## [Help identifying sunroof mounting part 2002 Chevy Prism](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identifying-sunroof-mounting-part-2002-chevy-prism/172501)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identifying-sunroof-mounting-part-2002-chevy-prism/172501 "2020-11-23T21:17:11Z")
Hi Folks, I’ve struck out identifying this part. It is the driver’s side sunvisor mounting part. It is a female part that accepts the male visor bar. It’s plastic. I cannot seem to identify the name or part number so I … --- ## [Ignition and Security Warnings in '04 Chevy Impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-and-security-warnings-in-04-chevy-impala/71622)
**Author:** [@tseylin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tseylin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-and-security-warnings-in-04-chevy-impala/71622 "2020-11-23T21:15:13Z")
A year ago, I had a problem starting my car (a 2004 Chevrolet Impala, about 120,000 miles). When I put the key in the ignition, the engine wouldn't turn. I knew there wasn't a problem with the battery because my lights… --- ## [Car shake violently at traffic light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shake-violently-at-traffic-light/61637)
**Author:** [@qqqqqqq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qqqqqqq)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shake-violently-at-traffic-light/61637 "2020-11-23T20:53:44Z")
1991 Honda Civic, automatic transmission, the car/steering wheel shake badly when the car stops at the red light. It only happens when brake pedal is pressed AND in D gear. If shift from D to N, the shake disappears. As … --- ## [2014 Lincoln MKS - Buttons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lincoln-mks-buttons/172526)
**Author:** [@tempradiocontrolpanel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tempradiocontrolpanel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lincoln-mks-buttons/172526 "2020-11-23T20:46:40Z")
buttons go up and down by them self --- ## [1997 Chevrolet 1500 - Hard to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-1500-hard-to-start/172544)
**Author:** [@Screwdrvr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Screwdrvr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-1500-hard-to-start/172544 "2020-11-23T20:23:42Z")
My 1997 C1500 4.3l chevy is very hard to start after sitting 2 or more days(I’m talking 30 minutes +) when driving it, it has an intermittent miss like somethink is losing connection. What could it be? --- ## [Pressure Gauge Calibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pressure-gauge-calibration/172552)
**Author:** [@JimBrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimBrown)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pressure-gauge-calibration/172552 "2020-11-23T20:10:33Z")
I check my tires weekly, using a digital pressure gauge. Here’s the problem: I recently got a new gauge and it reads about 10% different than my old one. One (or both) of these gauges is wrong. Anyone know how to calibra… --- ## [Avg. fuel number reads drastically different when I pick up my car from repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/avg-fuel-number-reads-drastically-different-when-i-pick-up-my-car-from-repairs/172567)
**Author:** [@Omar-25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Omar-25)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/avg-fuel-number-reads-drastically-different-when-i-pick-up-my-car-from-repairs/172567 "2020-11-23T19:32:34Z")
I took my vehicle in for repairs after some front end damage from hitting a flying piece of plywood on the highway. The average fuel economy was posted at 18.4 before repairs. The day I pick up my vehicle from the shop i… --- ## [2011 Honda Pilot - Heater rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-pilot-heater-rattle/172596)
**Author:** [@KittyHaugen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KittyHaugen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-pilot-heater-rattle/172596 "2020-11-23T17:40:13Z")
Heater makes rattling noise --- ## [2011 Toyota Tundra - Manual downshifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-tundra-manual-downshifting/172313)
**Author:** [@BillinColorado](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillinColorado)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-tundra-manual-downshifting/172313 "2020-11-23T16:21:56Z")
Hi Ray, I’m hoping you can settle an argument I’m having with a fishing buddy. When I’m driving my Tundra in the mountains, particularly when I’m pulling my boat, I often go into manual override mode to downshift. I do… --- ## [Camshaft identification](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-identification/172569)
**Author:** [@ethankeuning](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ethankeuning)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-identification/172569 "2020-11-23T14:54:09Z")
I need to know the specs on my camshaft, it is stamped with “952159”. It also says “cmc 1579” next to one of the lobes. Does anyone have the specs on this cam? --- ## [Gmc enoy 2004](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-enoy-2004/172344)
**Author:** [@Jes-320](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jes-320)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-enoy-2004/172344 "2020-11-23T03:47:07Z")
My gmc has been extremely sluggish for the past few months. It doesn’t speed up unless barely accelerated then it will a tad better but still slowly more I accelerate it just revs louder. Engine light it on but thts it --- ## [2007 Nissan Quest - Rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-quest-rough-idle/172574)
**Author:** [@AnitaS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnitaS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-quest-rough-idle/172574 "2020-11-23T03:23:51Z")
Rough dile. Down shifts hard, computer reset and runs fine until check engine comes on again. --- ## [Starting problem help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problem-help/172578)
**Author:** [@oTiqer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oTiqer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2020, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-problem-help/172578 "2020-11-23T02:37:25Z")
Hi so I’m having a problem with a 1999 Ford Explorer 4.0l v6. The car doesn’t want to turn on unless I go WOT but every time I let go of the throttle it turns off. Hope someone could give me some advise. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=279) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=281)