# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=29 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 30 --- ## [Timing Belt Tension Gauge Tool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-tension-gauge-tool/198205)
**Author:** [@peejay75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peejay75)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2024, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-tension-gauge-tool/198205 "2024-12-11T20:39:17Z")
Greetings, I bought one of these belt tension gauges (before knowing how to use it!) to check the timing belt tension on my Nissan VG engine. Nissan specs call for 13 - 15 mm belt deflection with 98 N (9.8 daN) of force… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Suburban - Hesitates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-suburban-hesitates/198306)
**Author:** [@JIMPsr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JIMPsr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2024, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-suburban-hesitates/198306 "2024-12-10T19:59:29Z")
car hesitates when accelelarting from stop --- ## [Toyota Highlander 2006 - repair or sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-highlander-2006-repair-or-sell/169494)
**Author:** [@josh\_has\_a\_car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josh_has_a_car)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2024, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-highlander-2006-repair-or-sell/169494 "2024-12-08T19:30:33Z")
I’m faced with the age-old question about whether to continue repairing a car or sell it and buy something else. I would greatly appreciate you thoughts and opinions! In April 2019 I purchased a used 2006 Toyota Highlan… --- ## [2011 Honda crv p0304 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-crv-p0304-code/198286)
**Author:** [@Ashabea21\_192138](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashabea21_192138)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-crv-p0304-code/198286 "2024-12-07T22:25:56Z")
I was driving on a 7 degree morning and within a mile from home going 10mph my check engine light started blinking and I could no longer accelerate above 10-15 mph. I made it home and checked the code P0304 (MISFIRE) and… --- ## [Noise When Turning Steering Wheel of Kia Niro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-when-turning-steering-wheel-of-kia-niro/195664)
**Author:** [@rogeriraruby\_178843](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rogeriraruby_178843)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-when-turning-steering-wheel-of-kia-niro/195664 "2024-12-07T15:34:37Z")
When I turn my steering wheel of my 2021 Kia Niro for things like parking the car, I hear a noise. It sounds like a mild scratching noise or maybe like I’m dragging very flat tires over of the pavement (as the wheels tu… --- ## [2014 Jeep Cherokee advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-advice/198203)
**Author:** [@mstrlucky74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrlucky74)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-advice/198203 "2024-12-07T04:41:26Z")
Hello my wife has a 2014 Jeep Cherokee with 96,000 miles on it. She bought a brand new. We hear this car isn’t that reliable and prone to a lot of issues. Is there any advice you can give as far as any maintenance we sho… --- ## [2002 Toyota Tundra - Dies in first](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tundra-dies-in-first/198143)
**Author:** [@whoneedshelp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whoneedshelp)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2024, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tundra-dies-in-first/198143 "2024-12-07T02:31:22Z")
2004 toyota tundra. runs but when I shift into gear, it dies. What is wrong? --- ## [Does a clogged air filter cause rich running? Honda lawn GCV160 mower blowing black smoke example](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-clogged-air-filter-cause-rich-running-honda-lawn-gcv160-mower-blowing-black-smoke-example/198068)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-clogged-air-filter-cause-rich-running-honda-lawn-gcv160-mower-blowing-black-smoke-example/198068 "2024-12-05T21:55:24Z")
I thought that the vent to the float bowl in a carburetor went out to the clean side of the air filter, and the input side of the choke valve so that the choke can still work. This means that the pressure in the fuel bow… --- ## [Desperate! '08 Corolla Creaking when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperate-08-corolla-creaking-when-braking/185728)
**Author:** [@sami.auman\_181882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sami.auman_181882)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperate-08-corolla-creaking-when-braking/185728 "2024-12-05T20:41:07Z")
Hey all - I have a 2008 Toyota Corolla LE with about 188,000 miles on it. Started hearing a cyclical creaking noise when braking at slower speeds. Got a brake inspection done and was told my rear brakes needed replacing…… --- ## [Non directional tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/non-directional-tires/198254)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/non-directional-tires/198254 "2024-12-05T20:12:22Z")
I order winter tire/wheel package and just installed them. These are non directional tires but the tread patterns from the driver side to passenger are opposite. Is this ok? passenger driver --- ## [2021 Mitsubishi Mirage - Brake pad question for my fellow owners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-mitsubishi-mirage-brake-pad-question-for-my-fellow-owners/198262)
**Author:** [@Veeta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Veeta)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-mitsubishi-mirage-brake-pad-question-for-my-fellow-owners/198262 "2024-12-05T17:25:05Z")
Have you had any problems with brake pads wearing too fast? Have you had any problems with your interior light? --- ## [2022 Jeep Renegade - Is it the rear accessory plug?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-jeep-renegade-is-it-the-rear-accessory-plug/198236)
**Author:** [@Ronski59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronski59)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-jeep-renegade-is-it-the-rear-accessory-plug/198236 "2024-12-05T16:57:37Z")
battery go dead every three days. noted accessory plug in in back console stays lit. could this cause enough btrybdrainage. --- ## [Is there a true fix/s for the 10R80 transmission? Or do the updates extend it it 1k miles before it grenads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-true-fix-s-for-the-10r80-transmission-or-do-the-updates-extend-it-it-1k-miles-before-it-grenads/198252)
**Author:** [@mtnbikerva1\_191890](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mtnbikerva1_191890)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-true-fix-s-for-the-10r80-transmission-or-do-the-updates-extend-it-it-1k-miles-before-it-grenads/198252 "2024-12-04T19:19:38Z")
Any of you know what happened with the class action lawsuit on the 10R80? Do the updates make the trans last 200,000 miles or more, or 1,000 miles before the self destruct ? It seems very odd to me that Ford and Chevy … --- ## [2015 Ford Fusion in limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-in-limp-mode/198141)
**Author:** [@billmartin\_192005](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billmartin_192005)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2024, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-in-limp-mode/198141 "2024-12-04T07:17:49Z")
I recently purchased a 2015 Fusion that had a P0141 O2 sensor error, car ran fine. Then, my daughter was driving it and it went into limp mode. Hooking it up to my code reader, this is what I saw : Cleared the codes … --- ## [2011 Kia Sorento - What's my budget to get a door fixed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-whats-my-budget-to-get-a-door-fixed/198238)
**Author:** [@Joe05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe05)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-sorento-whats-my-budget-to-get-a-door-fixed/198238 "2024-12-03T21:10:38Z")
Rear door behind the driver’s won’t open inside or outside. What is the estmated cost to fixing it? --- ## [2010 Subaru Outback AC controls, Interior lights, and cruise control don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-ac-controls-interior-lights-and-cruise-control-dont-work/198230)
**Author:** [@okaheel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/okaheel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-ac-controls-interior-lights-and-cruise-control-dont-work/198230 "2024-12-03T02:26:40Z")
I have a 2010 Subaru Outback. I was working on installing a new radio (the previous owner had cut and mangled the factory harness). I managed to get all the wires to work with a new wiring harness except for 4 or so wire… --- ## [Can someone explain ECO mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-explain-eco-mode/198215)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-explain-eco-mode/198215 "2024-12-03T01:28:20Z")
I have a 2020 Mitsubishi Outland and it comes with something called “ECO” mode that I can push a button and activate. I have never pushed it so not even sure if it is on. What exactly is this and should I be using it o… --- ## [2010 Nissan Sentra - Motor mount issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-motor-mount-issues/198126)
**Author:** [@Ouijaeffect](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ouijaeffect)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 3, 2024, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-motor-mount-issues/198126 "2024-12-03T01:15:57Z")
I was told my car needs motor mounts, it cluncks quite a bit when i hit bumps, the bigger the bump, the worse the clunk. How important is it that i get it fixed? I think i have been driving with it like that for a while,… --- ## [Turbo failure Renault Megane RS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-failure-renault-megane-rs/198210)
**Author:** [@Yisas12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yisas12)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-failure-renault-megane-rs/198210 "2024-12-02T19:47:28Z")
Hello CarTalk Community, I have a problem with my Renault Megane IV RS turbo. Since I bought it, sometimes my turbo does not activate. It is like I have an atmospheric car. To fix it, I have to turn off the car and tu… --- ## [2018 BMW X1 - Fuse question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-bmw-x1-fuse-question/198169)
**Author:** [@Step](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Step)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-bmw-x1-fuse-question/198169 "2024-12-02T14:40:54Z")
Where is the fuse for the EVAP System located (probably for the fuel purge valve and the tank vent valve). --- ## [2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD differential fluid service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-is-300-awd-differential-fluid-service/198219)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2024, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-is-300-awd-differential-fluid-service/198219 "2024-12-02T01:27:21Z")
Hello everyone! My 2018 Lexus IS 300 AWD FSPORT is 2,000 miles away before I need my next interval maintenance service at 70,000 miles. I suspect this will happen around March of next year. Looking through the maintena… --- ## [Kia rio P2191 P0310 help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-rio-p2191-p0310-help/198178)
**Author:** [@Gayle4545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gayle4545)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2024, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-rio-p2191-p0310-help/198178 "2024-12-01T20:35:41Z")
Kia Rio check engine light on, can’t figure out what’s wrong. I have a Kia Rio 2013. Recently the check engine light went on, the OBD2 reader tells me “p2191 system too lean at higher load bank 1” and “p0130 o2 sensor c… --- ## [Ford Focus (1999) Shakes, stinks and sounds "ungood". Exhaust smells really bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-1999-shakes-stinks-and-sounds-ungood-exhaust-smells-really-bad/198196)
**Author:** [@CarNewbie01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarNewbie01)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-1999-shakes-stinks-and-sounds-ungood-exhaust-smells-really-bad/198196 "2024-11-30T22:10:58Z")
As the title Heres a Video of the Engine Starting What should I check? --- ## [Car sounds and shaking/misfiring(?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sounds-and-shaking-misfiring/198173)
**Author:** [@naturalplans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/naturalplans)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2024, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-sounds-and-shaking-misfiring/198173 "2024-11-30T21:42:20Z")
Bought a 2011 infiniti g25 a month ago, ran fine. Past 2 weeks it idled roughly (more so in D and R) and would jerk, also during braking. I’ve tried a couple things so far already : Changed all 6 sparks Cleaned both MA… --- ## [2015 Chrysler 300 - Door complaint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-300-door-complaint/198186)
**Author:** [@Dabombbay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dabombbay)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2024, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-300-door-complaint/198186 "2024-11-29T19:19:24Z")
Same issue passenger door warped and came up out of nowhere. I’m so upset with this issue. --- ## [Does this imply an engine leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-this-imply-an-engine-leak/198167)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-this-imply-an-engine-leak/198167 "2024-11-28T21:44:03Z")
i was looking inside engine compartment and noted some oil leak signs but this is coming from a guy like me and i am not a mechanic. do these photos imply an engine leak? --- ## [1989 Ford Mustang - Seeking a mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-mustang-seeking-a-mechanic/198152)
**Author:** [@JML05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JML05)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-mustang-seeking-a-mechanic/198152 "2024-11-28T00:58:15Z")
Hello, my 1989 Ford Mustang GT 5.0 is in Tucson. I need to replace the AC Compressor and drier. I have all parts. The AC is retrofitted for R-134 refrigerant. I am looking for a mechanic close to Speedway/east 5th Street… --- ## [I noted this green wire plug thing is disconnected. what is this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-noted-this-green-wire-plug-thing-is-disconnected-what-is-this/198166)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-noted-this-green-wire-plug-thing-is-disconnected-what-is-this/198166 "2024-11-27T21:23:34Z")
as stated in title. i have a mazda3 2010. car amazingly runs fine also been getting decent gas mileage. i just hear odd wobbly noises now and then but this plug is completely disconnected. its hard to take proper pic… --- ## [Indicator lights don't come on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indicator-lights-dont-come-on/198119)
**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indicator-lights-dont-come-on/198119 "2024-11-27T20:56:53Z")
I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE. All the lights on the instrument panel come on except the indicator lights. I can see the mileage, RPM, temperature, speed, and fuel level. But lights like the turn signal lights and h… --- ## [Mazda 6 2008 makes strange sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6-2008-makes-strange-sound/198165)
**Author:** [@lundqvist\_192035](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lundqvist_192035)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6-2008-makes-strange-sound/198165 "2024-11-27T17:54:05Z")
Hi, My mazda 6 2008 has began to make a very strange sound and it feels like its going to brake haha. Does anyone know what makes this sound and how to fix it? See video below; [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=28) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=30)