# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=293 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 294 --- ## [P2647 Rocker Arm Actuator System is Stuck Open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2647-rocker-arm-actuator-system-is-stuck-open/71463)
**Author:** [@Stig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stig)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2647-rocker-arm-actuator-system-is-stuck-open/71463 "2020-10-19T22:09:51Z")
Yesterday the check engine light came on 03 Accord EX 4-cyl auto, the code is P2647. According to the dealership and O’Reilly print out it can be a number of things, so I am looking for some guidance. The car starts runn… --- ## [1995 Mazda B2300 (Ford Ranger) parking brake adjustment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-b2300-ford-ranger-parking-brake-adjustment/171312)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-b2300-ford-ranger-parking-brake-adjustment/171312 "2020-10-19T21:29:55Z")
My parking brake pedal goes almost to the floor. The cable system has one cable that goes from the pedal to mid-truck. At that point it connects to two separate cables (one to each wheel). I expected to see an equalizer/… --- ## [2015 Mazda Mazda6 needs a shop in central Ohio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda6-needs-a-shop-in-central-ohio/171371)
**Author:** [@Buckeye00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Buckeye00)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda6-needs-a-shop-in-central-ohio/171371 "2020-10-19T19:19:05Z")
Looking for a good Mazda shop in central Ohio. --- ## [2000 Mercedes-Benz E-Class leaking oil a little bit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-e-class-leaking-oil-a-little-bit/170510)
**Author:** [@DavidJGreen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidJGreen)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-e-class-leaking-oil-a-little-bit/170510 "2020-10-19T18:57:22Z")
running rough may need new valve covers --- ## [Strange clicking/scraping/grinding noise while slowing (with video link)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-clicking-scraping-grinding-noise-while-slowing-with-video-link/171364)
**Author:** [@amay033\_171674](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amay033_171674)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-clicking-scraping-grinding-noise-while-slowing-with-video-link/171364 "2020-10-19T18:48:09Z")
Hi Everyone, first time posting here. I attached a video of the ridiculous noises coming from my 2007 Ford Freestyle. It’s a metallic-sounding scraping/clicking noise coming from under the car. I usually hear it when I l… --- ## [1979 Toyota 20r Distributor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-toyota-20r-distributor/171333)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-toyota-20r-distributor/171333 "2020-10-19T18:33:39Z")
20R engine in 1979 Celica I was wondering why the mileage suddenly dropped from 24 to 15(!) mpg, with the engine barely able to idle. I checked fuel pressure (good), but vacuum was only 15" (it was 20inches last I chec… --- ## [2006 Scion tC rear window won’t go up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-tc-rear-window-won-t-go-up/171210)
**Author:** [@Kim06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kim06)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-tc-rear-window-won-t-go-up/171210 "2020-10-19T14:38:53Z")
Passenger window on 2006 scion will not go back up. 2nd Time in a month First time took it to shop Don’t know what the problem was or what they did to Fix the problem --- ## [2006 Pontiac G6 slows but doesn’t stall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-slows-but-doesn-t-stall/171202)
**Author:** [@Williamgoebel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Williamgoebel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-slows-but-doesn-t-stall/171202 "2020-10-19T14:27:59Z")
On a 2006 Pontiac G6 the engine slows just idles but don’t stall and I have no power I would that be --- ## [Bmw jerky downshifting automatic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-jerky-downshifting-automatic/171323)
**Author:** [@Kareemsukkar123\_171643](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kareemsukkar123_171643)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 7:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-jerky-downshifting-automatic/171323 "2020-10-19T07:16:05Z")
Hey guys I have a 2016 BMW 435i GC and I’ve been having this issue for months now. Whenever the car is rolling to a stop or I brake approaching a red light the car hesitates and the rpms flick up to 1500-2000. This happe… --- ## [Timing belt install incorrectly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-install-incorrectly/171342)
**Author:** [@Kay1316](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kay1316)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-install-incorrectly/171342 "2020-10-19T05:09:57Z")
I own 2014 VW TDI Passat. I just done timing belt change and 100k service and oil change. It’s cost me $2,550. I never want my car to broke down in the middle of driving. It was my worst nightmare just to think of it. … --- ## [Life of a Lexus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/life-of-a-lexus/47490)
**Author:** [@rhmgadm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhmgadm)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/life-of-a-lexus/47490 "2020-10-19T03:35:19Z")
What's the useful life of a Lexus ES 350. I have 63k on it, and no real problems, but I tend to get nervous around 60k, and wonder whether I should start thinking new. I've never kept a car much longer, but am thinking… --- ## [2012 Legacy - repairs will be more than its value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-legacy-repairs-will-be-more-than-its-value/171019)
**Author:** [@FedUpSubaruOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FedUpSubaruOwner)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-legacy-repairs-will-be-more-than-its-value/171019 "2020-10-19T01:04:04Z")
102000miles on my 2012 Subaru Legacy. Tooling down the interstate, the car starts shaking, and all the dash lights come on. Got it towed to a repair shop (reputable) and was told it would cost between 3500-4000 to repair… --- ## [2016 Honda Civic Sdn - Same old Honda AC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-sdn-same-old-honda-ac-issue/171329)
**Author:** [@crisg81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crisg81)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2020, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-sdn-same-old-honda-ac-issue/171329 "2020-10-19T00:54:50Z")
I’ve also had the same issue with my AC since the first year I bought it. I continue to take it back to the dealer and they replaced the compressor at first but that did not fix the problem. The last time I took it in th… --- ## [Can driving with misfire cause engine damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-driving-with-misfire-cause-engine-damage/171290)
**Author:** [@Mrnicefordguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrnicefordguy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-driving-with-misfire-cause-engine-damage/171290 "2020-10-18T20:25:05Z")
Title. Can driving with single cylinder misfire due to lean condition cause major engine damage and if so what? (Piston rings, valve stems, etc.) I have a misfire on cylinder 3 on my 4 cyl car for the first 1-2 minutes … --- ## [First Place Finish Car Care System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-place-finish-car-care-system/54494)
**Author:** [@janetc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janetc)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-place-finish-car-care-system/54494 "2020-10-18T20:17:28Z")
I am buying a new car! My dealership is pushing the First Place Finish Car Care System, a protection for interior and exterior for $500. They reapply it every six months for 3 years and you get a little kit with all the … --- ## [What type of lugnut do I need for aftermarket rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-lugnut-do-i-need-for-aftermarket-rims/171299)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-lugnut-do-i-need-for-aftermarket-rims/171299 "2020-10-18T20:12:06Z")
Eneki rims, tried using impact drill to service my breaks and rotate my tires. However looks like the guy has custom rims on my car and didn’t give me the socket for it. Would this be a 6 spline or what do you guys thi… --- ## [2011 Subaru Outback - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-shakes/170127)
**Author:** [@eugenejay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eugenejay)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-shakes/170127 "2020-10-18T18:14:18Z")
Car shakes & Steering wheel shakes when accelerating at 2500rpm (lower than 2000 rpm not much shaking) At highway, when accelerating at 3500 - 4000 rpm, shakes and start to make rattling sound. --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Clunker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-1500-clunker/171294)
**Author:** [@RickJons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickJons)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-1500-clunker/171294 "2020-10-18T13:45:02Z")
Driveline lash or clunk which the dealer says will not affect normal operation --- ## [MAF Sensor cleaning ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maf-sensor-cleaning-ideas/144383)
**Author:** [@nbpt100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbpt100)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maf-sensor-cleaning-ideas/144383 "2020-10-18T13:10:09Z")
I know it is highly advised to only use MAF sensor cleaner to clean the MAF sensor. I recently saw a video of someone cleaning it with Isopropyl alcohol and a Q tip. It seems reasonable as the alcohol will evaporate qu… --- ## [2003 Eclipse Alternator Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-eclipse-alternator-problem/95685)
**Author:** [@JLB2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLB2)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 12:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-eclipse-alternator-problem/95685 "2020-10-18T12:54:26Z")
I am not getting any charge from the alternator at the battery. Normally I can figure these things out, but not this time. Here's what I've tried so far: Took the alternator off and had O'Reilly test it. It tested … --- ## [2002 GMC Envoy oil pressure dropped, won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-envoy-oil-pressure-dropped-won-t-start/171257)
**Author:** [@Miala](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miala)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2020, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-envoy-oil-pressure-dropped-won-t-start/171257 "2020-10-18T02:48:27Z")
2002 Gmc envoy oil pressure dropped stop engine light came on. Truck stalled and wouldn’t start up. What can be the problem --- ## [2006 Chrysler Pacifica cabin filter location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-pacifica-cabin-filter-location/171314)
**Author:** [@MichaelWurst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelWurst)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-pacifica-cabin-filter-location/171314 "2020-10-17T22:18:45Z")
Purchased a filter for the inside cabin of my 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. I read the manual, searched under the dash where the filter was supposed to go and there is no compartment for this cabin filter. Returned this filter… --- ## [2016 GMC Canyon -Intellilink](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-canyon-intellilink/171311)
**Author:** [@Kaysbelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaysbelle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-canyon-intellilink/171311 "2020-10-17T22:01:35Z")
Intellilink does not always come on when I start it. Dealer found two codes…low voltage…tested the battery and it is fine. Anyone else having this problem? --- ## [Bcm causes cluster issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-causes-cluster-issues/167753)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-causes-cluster-issues/167753 "2020-10-17T21:37:27Z")
i get an immediate overheat message on dash when I first start motor. on cold motor? says a/c is off due to overheat. pontiac likes messages i guess. so, where do i go next? engine bay has no coolant spray like motor was… --- ## [Fuel pump refuses to work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-refuses-to-work/171270)
**Author:** [@owen9fn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/owen9fn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-refuses-to-work/171270 "2020-10-17T20:12:34Z")
I have been struggling to make this thing work. We have replaced the fuel pump with brand new ones twice now, replaced the FP relay, tested the voltage, ohms, and amperage under load and with out, and have tested the pum… --- ## [2011 Mazda Mazda2 - Rattles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda2-rattles/171277)
**Author:** [@NOMI07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NOMI07)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda2-rattles/171277 "2020-10-17T20:22:18Z")
Rattle coming from rear over bumps…even minor ones. Car has only 121K, 5 Spd, recently got new struts, alignment. --- ## [Ford 2016 diesel F250 warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2016-diesel-f250-warranty/171300)
**Author:** [@mikegordon1969\_171627](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikegordon1969_171627)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2016-diesel-f250-warranty/171300 "2020-10-17T20:21:59Z")
I have a 2016 Ford F250 diesel that I use for my lawn maintenance business. It is still under warranty but I was wondering if using it for business voids the drivetrain warranty. --- ## [Scion XB 2006 sometimes won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xb-2006-sometimes-wont-start/103111)
**Author:** [@nomadicink](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nomadicink)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xb-2006-sometimes-wont-start/103111 "2020-10-17T19:31:53Z")
We have a 2006 Scion XB. Lately, with the warmer weather, it won't start. It's happened twice this week, we were simply drinking around, stopped for a beverage and when we went to start the car, it wouldn't start, no cli… --- ## [Quality of Monroe vs. Gabriel vs. other shock absorbers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quality-of-monroe-vs-gabriel-vs-other-shock-absorbers/94367)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 12:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quality-of-monroe-vs-gabriel-vs-other-shock-absorbers/94367 "2020-10-17T12:14:03Z")
My 2006 Ford Focus has 127,000 miles. It has been in need of struts/shock absorbers for a while. I am looking for something a little firmer than the original equipment but not so much firmer. The most common brands on … --- ## [2015 Cadillac Escalade - jerking, vibration , and shuttering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-cadillac-escalade-jerking-vibration-and-shuttering/171281)
**Author:** [@rob08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rob08)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2020, 10:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-cadillac-escalade-jerking-vibration-and-shuttering/171281 "2020-10-17T10:45:11Z")
I am experiencing jerking, vibration , and shuttering. Not on my current 2015 Escalade but the one I had before this one. Same problem. Also rough ride rear and front struts/shocks fail. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=292) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=294)