# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=296 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 297 --- ## [2017 Ford Escape - Bad paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-bad-paint/171106)
**Author:** [@Joel47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joel47)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-bad-paint/171106 "2020-10-12T13:09:06Z")
Paint peeling off windshield pliars both sides I expecpt the roof to be next a spo with bubbles less then 35000 miles but time of warranty has run out. going for servvice on tuesday 13 th I’ll find out. It will be the… --- ## [1995 Ford Ranger Clutch slave](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-clutch-slave/171096)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-clutch-slave/171096 "2020-10-12T13:08:51Z")
I was very unhappy to learn that the clutch slave cylinder on my Ranger was inside the bell housing. This made replacement very expensive, since the clutch itself was fine. Is there any good reason for this? I have repla… --- ## [Running Rich, p0172 p0175](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-rich-p0172-p0175/170341)
**Author:** [@Dappersworth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dappersworth)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-rich-p0172-p0175/170341 "2020-10-12T03:46:42Z")
2002 Taurus SE vulcan v6 3.0 - not flex fuel - returnless fuel system Completely stumped on what the cause is Replaced: All 6 Fuel Injectors EVAP canister purge control valve(on the firewall passenger side) Catalyti… --- ## [2010 Dodge Journey - batteries drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-journey-batteries-drain/128577)
**Author:** [@JOSEPHGEFFRARD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOSEPHGEFFRARD)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-journey-batteries-drain/128577 "2020-10-12T01:19:30Z")
I have a Dodge Journey 2010 - for the past 2 to 2 1/2 years, I must have changed my battery 3 times on the car. I don’t remember when it started, but the car started with a clik sound when I turned the key, then I would … --- ## [2005 Lincoln Aviator - Backfires and dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lincoln-aviator-backfires-and-dies/171113)
**Author:** [@CarlHolcomb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlHolcomb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2020, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lincoln-aviator-backfires-and-dies/171113 "2020-10-12T00:58:12Z")
back fires a lot and dies --- ## [2010 Lincoln MKT - Water pump woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-water-pump-woes/171093)
**Author:** [@2010MKTwaterpump](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2010MKTwaterpump)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-water-pump-woes/171093 "2020-10-11T14:51:51Z")
Who in their right mind would design or install a water pump within the engine? Water pump failing which blew the hoses ($1100.00 replacement) as well. Did not realize water pump was bad until after replacing hoses. Wate… --- ## [2006 Honda Odyssey - Rodent trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-rodent-trouble/171051)
**Author:** [@plasterPat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plasterPat)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-rodent-trouble/171051 "2020-10-11T21:25:24Z")
A service light came on on my dashboard and I had a Honda mechanic tell me that my pistons are all misfiring and a rodent ate through the wires on my Knock Sensor, does this sound right? --- ## [2001 Ford F250 7.3L Intermittent Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-7-3l-intermittent-stalling/78806)
**Author:** [@Dieseldrama](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dieseldrama)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-7-3l-intermittent-stalling/78806 "2020-10-11T20:34:37Z")
I have a 2001 Ford F250 with 7.3L engine. It has 150,000 miles on it and ran like a top when I bought it four weeks ago. Had it inspected by a diesel mechanic, who gave me a thumbs up, said it was throwing some glow pl… --- ## [Please help 2003 f150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-2003-f150/171072)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-2003-f150/171072 "2020-10-11T20:34:02Z")
I have a 2003 f-150 4.6 supercrew cab 4x4 can someone please tell me if there is a exhaust donut or gasket where the exhaust manifold bolts to the rest of the exhaust, or is the flange just held together by the bolts wi… --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Blazer - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-blazer-cel/171047)
**Author:** [@jeanheard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeanheard)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-blazer-cel/171047 "2020-10-11T15:48:08Z")
crank it it say check engine lights come on and it vibrates while sitting still check with auto zone it said miss in motor what is my problem --- ## [2020 Kia Sportage - Tire pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-sportage-tire-pressure/171044)
**Author:** [@Lacienicole1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lacienicole1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-sportage-tire-pressure/171044 "2020-10-11T15:07:07Z")
I went to air up my tires and the gauge said 40 PSI, so I stopped filling it up with air. I got into my car and checked the psi from the system and it said there was 51. Do I need to let out some air or is it okay to lea… --- ## [How do I find bank one location of sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-find-bank-one-location-of-sensor/171075)
**Author:** [@Mikel-25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikel-25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 11:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-find-bank-one-location-of-sensor/171075 "2020-10-11T11:35:22Z")
Hello, I have a 2013 Ford Taurus V6 and I have a oxygen sensor issue, it’s the bank 1 and sensor 2 area. I just wanted to know if bank 1 is left or right and if sensor 2 is upstream or downstream. Thank you --- ## [2014 GMC Terrain - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-terrain-cel/171078)
**Author:** [@Tony601](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tony601)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-terrain-cel/171078 "2020-10-11T11:19:47Z")
Check engine light is on and automatic start won’t work. --- ## [Am I getting scammed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-getting-scammed/170811)
**Author:** [@Soup18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Soup18)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-getting-scammed/170811 "2020-10-11T03:22:55Z")
I bought a used 2005 Audi A4 quattro v6 3.0L with 75k miles about 3 months ago from a private seller. It drove great for about 2 months, but a nagging problem arose. Suddenly I would have a condition where my engine woul… --- ## [Anyone can install a windshield in Austin?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-can-install-a-windshield-in-austin/171070)
**Author:** [@Arrianne311\_157708](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arrianne311_157708)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-can-install-a-windshield-in-austin/171070 "2020-10-11T02:41:27Z")
I need a new windshield for my 2012 Hyundai Accent. Was looking to buy windshield from junkyard and have someone install it preferably not in a shop don’t want to pay for the overhead costs. I’m in Austin, Texas. --- ## [Clunking after new struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-after-new-struts/170978)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-after-new-struts/170978 "2020-10-10T22:17:24Z")
Just installed new quick struts on my van. It clunks on the left side when you hit bumps. Changed the strut link. Still clunks? --- ## [Increased vibration on my 2008 Lincoln Mark LT Truck between 45 and 60 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increased-vibration-on-my-2008-lincoln-mark-lt-truck-between-45-and-60-mph/171040)
**Author:** [@John-1085](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John-1085)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increased-vibration-on-my-2008-lincoln-mark-lt-truck-between-45-and-60-mph/171040 "2020-10-10T23:34:32Z")
I have a 2008 Lincoln Mark LT with 212k miles on it. It serves me very well. I have a problem that I need some advice with. While driving between speeds of 45mph and 60 mph there is a perceptible vibration increase tha… --- ## [Clicking sound on right front wheel when the car is in motion only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-sound-on-right-front-wheel-when-the-car-is-in-motion-only/89360)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-sound-on-right-front-wheel-when-the-car-is-in-motion-only/89360 "2020-10-10T20:34:58Z")
1987 model with 160k Had the two tires changed a week ago - all was fine. Then developed this clicking sound when the car is moving forward. After it first made this noise, it stopped on its own for three days - now … --- ## [2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Bad gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mercedes-benz-c-class-bad-gas/170981)
**Author:** [@jah3121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jah3121)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mercedes-benz-c-class-bad-gas/170981 "2020-10-10T19:48:59Z")
How can I be the only contaminated gas purchaser at a gas station? I brought gas a station in Manvel, Texas. My car stopped on the freeway for the first time. I had the car towed to Mercedes of Sugarland. The service… --- ## [Headliner board is sagging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headliner-board-is-sagging/165517)
**Author:** [@TheRanger44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheRanger44)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2020, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headliner-board-is-sagging/165517 "2020-06-11T14:57:40Z")
the headliner fabric itself is fine, but the board is what has sagged. i got an office clip holding it in place at the moment, anyone know what i should do? It is a 1999 35th anniversary gt if you need to know. Ps im new… --- ## [Electronic parking brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electronic-parking-brake-issue/111608)
**Author:** [@Logans98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Logans98)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electronic-parking-brake-issue/111608 "2020-10-10T19:33:20Z")
Ok we have a big issue with a 2013 Ford Fusion that none of us can figure out. This model has the electronic parking brake. There is a switch inside the car that is supposed to engage and disengage the parking brake. The… --- ## [2007 BMW X3 leaking oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-bmw-x3-leaking-oil/171027)
**Author:** [@Olushola](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Olushola)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-bmw-x3-leaking-oil/171027 "2020-10-10T16:44:35Z")
Oil leakage from the engine, ABS Light showing and 4x4 Light is also showing --- ## [2002 Volvo V40 instruments won’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v40-instruments-won-t-work/171003)
**Author:** [@crazysinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crazysinger)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v40-instruments-won-t-work/171003 "2020-10-10T16:44:04Z")
Trying to figure out why my car instruments won’t work, speedometer, tachometer, gas gauge and oil gauge. also at start up battery doesn’t hold a charge and there is a warning light that comes on with the car and an “X” … --- ## [2020 Subaru Outback rippling roof racks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-outback-rippling-roof-racks/170967)
**Author:** [@dfk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dfk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-outback-rippling-roof-racks/170967 "2020-10-10T15:50:58Z")
2020 Ripply rubber roof racks. They look like a washboard looking down the side of the rack. My 15’ and 17’ don’t look so wavy. Is this a problem on the new rougring? --- ## [2016 honda civic tire issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-tire-issue/171037)
**Author:** [@Isaac-35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Isaac-35)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-tire-issue/171037 "2020-10-10T15:02:38Z")
I just recently got brakes put on but when they were put on the person did not check to make sure the lug nuts were tight and I drove home that way and half way home I noticed a sound and that everything was okay until I… --- ## [2013 Ford Edge radio doesn’t work when ignition is on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-radio-doesn-t-work-when-ignition-is-on/171034)
**Author:** [@Sarina](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sarina)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-radio-doesn-t-work-when-ignition-is-on/171034 "2020-10-10T15:00:02Z")
2013 Ford Edge Radio comes on only after ignition is turned off. How do I get the radio to play when the ignition and engine are on? --- ## [Check Engine light on -- gas cap OK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-gas-cap-ok/113450)
**Author:** [@arvin225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arvin225)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-gas-cap-ok/113450 "2020-10-10T14:12:08Z")
I had put fuel into my 2007 Hyundai Tucson on Wednesday night. On Thursday night I noticed my “check engine” light was on my drive home from work. I checked my gas cap to see if it was loose (didn’t seem that is was), bu… --- ## [2011 Hyundai Tucson intake manifold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-tucson-intake-manifold/132528)
**Author:** [@Pam11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pam11)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-tucson-intake-manifold/132528 "2020-10-10T14:03:11Z")
My car has about 85,000 miles and recently the check engine light came on and stayed on. I took the car to my local mechanic who said it was the intake manifold. How common is this problem? This same day I washed my v… --- ## [You folks are my last hope](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-folks-are-my-last-hope/170670)
**Author:** [@sasquatchbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sasquatchbob)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-folks-are-my-last-hope/170670 "2020-10-10T06:39:57Z")
I own a 1997 Toyota Celica. It’s been problematic for months and I’m desperate for help. I’ll do my best to simplify. Car has been malfunctioning for 6 months+. Performed AutoZone code read, taken to Firestone for diagn… --- ## [2017 Fiat 124 Spider - How to find a local shop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-fiat-124-spider-how-to-find-a-local-shop/170958)
**Author:** [@LawrenceCalivoso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LawrenceCalivoso)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-fiat-124-spider-how-to-find-a-local-shop/170958 "2020-10-10T03:39:25Z")
Looking for a Shop that has some Experience in Repair and Service for my 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Abarth my Warranty Expired and I don’t want to Go to the Dealership. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=295) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=297)