# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=30 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 31 --- ## [Stereo keep changing from balanced to unbalanced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stereo-keep-changing-from-balanced-to-unbalanced/198156)
**Author:** [@Kneiseren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kneiseren)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stereo-keep-changing-from-balanced-to-unbalanced/198156 "2024-11-27T03:51:52Z")
emphasized text Not sure how to explain this issue. But my stereo (Bose) keeps going from playing on both speakers and then suddenly only playing on the left speaker. Now the right speaker do work if i use the balance s… --- ## [2014 GMC 1500 - Sounds like it's running after turned off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-1500-sounds-like-its-running-after-turned-off/198154)
**Author:** [@Nanaof11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nanaof11)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-1500-sounds-like-its-running-after-turned-off/198154 "2024-11-27T00:13:20Z")
My 2014 GMC sounds like it’s still on after I turn off the truck and the keys are out. Why does it do that? Just started on Saturday. --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Stalls when I turn right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-1500-stalls-when-i-turn-right/198161)
**Author:** [@dave42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-1500-stalls-when-i-turn-right/198161 "2024-11-26T23:38:53Z")
Engine stalls when making right turn. Truck has 66,000 miles. This has only happened twice in the last two weeks. --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse - Screen issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-screen-issues/198159)
**Author:** [@LarryShannon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryShannon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2024, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-screen-issues/198159 "2024-11-26T22:15:09Z")
half of the display screen is blank --- ## [2006 Honda Accord EX Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-ex-engine-light/197747)
**Author:** [@kirstenfrank2023\_191693](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kirstenfrank2023_191693)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2024, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-ex-engine-light/197747 "2024-11-25T19:19:25Z")
I have a 2006 Honda Accord EX Sdn I have replaced the gas cap, O2 sensor, mass air flow sensor, and the EGR valve and the engine light is still on. We’ve checked all spark plugs and unhooked the battery. What could be ca… --- ## [Im trying to rebuild 06 pt cruiser 2.4 need help with a few things if possible!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-trying-to-rebuild-06-pt-cruiser-2-4-need-help-with-a-few-things-if-possible/198137)
**Author:** [@undeadexil3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/undeadexil3)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2024, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-trying-to-rebuild-06-pt-cruiser-2-4-need-help-with-a-few-things-if-possible/198137 "2024-11-25T01:55:29Z")
Im looking to find out what the green connector is (i think its c11). And i have wires at the end i also have to identify (pics will be in comments) i believe the wires (db/or, db/lg) are ac low pressure or the fan or a… --- ## [Need Washers for Banjo Bolts on OEM Parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-washers-for-banjo-bolts-on-oem-parts/198138)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-washers-for-banjo-bolts-on-oem-parts/198138 "2024-11-24T22:35:02Z")
Title. 2005 Toyota Solara SE 4 Cylinder. I was replacing the high pressure steering hose. I have the OEM Toyota brand part I found on Facebook Marketplace. It’s brand new. The part number is 4441006142 For this part, I … --- ## [Mazda 3 2006 crank but no start after cleaning intake manifold and port 🤦](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-crank-but-no-start-after-cleaning-intake-manifold-and-port/197972)
**Author:** [@extrememiljan\_185241](https://community.cartalk.com/u/extrememiljan_185241)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-crank-but-no-start-after-cleaning-intake-manifold-and-port/197972 "2024-11-24T17:56:22Z")
Owner of a Mazda 3 2006 1.6 diesel(HDI engine) First time doing this, decided recently to take off intake manifold because ive heard those get clogged easily, noticed the car was losing power Took it off, saw a severel… --- ## [1997 Acura RL - Grinding transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-rl-grinding-transmission/198134)
**Author:** [@jsoyland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsoyland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-rl-grinding-transmission/198134 "2024-11-24T15:04:19Z")
Transmission makes a grinding noise when shifted from park to any gear. obd2 code-lockout solenoid B failure --- ## [Wheel Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-question/198120)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-question/198120 "2024-11-23T22:55:03Z")
Would swapping wheels (with tires on them and all) from Car A to Car B be ok if: Car A: Has bolt pattern 114.3 x 5 Wheel size is 16 x 6.5 Tire size is 215/60/16 Hub and center bore diameters are 67.1 Wheel offset i… --- ## [Retrieving an object that "fell" into the inside of a tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retrieving-an-object-that-fell-into-the-inside-of-a-tire/198072)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retrieving-an-object-that-fell-into-the-inside-of-a-tire/198072 "2024-11-23T21:49:26Z")
When working on a wheel/tire (with both beads loosened), and an object accidentally falls inside the tire, what’s a good method to get it out? Assuming you don’t want to go to the bother of completely removing the ti… --- ## [2017 GMC Sierra 1500 - Slow battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-sierra-1500-slow-battery-drain/198118)
**Author:** [@Rich35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rich35)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-sierra-1500-slow-battery-drain/198118 "2024-11-23T19:25:39Z")
slow drain on battery, this is the second one in a year and a half. --- ## [2012 Nissan Cube - Vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-cube-vibrates/198105)
**Author:** [@Simon14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Simon14)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-cube-vibrates/198105 "2024-11-23T11:24:40Z")
Vibration on start up, High initial idle RPM. After driving and warming up, the problem decreases, and the car runs well. --- ## [Intermittent no crank no start with new battery and starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-crank-no-start-with-new-battery-and-starter/198115)
**Author:** [@slowtrap](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slowtrap)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2024, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-crank-no-start-with-new-battery-and-starter/198115 "2024-11-23T04:52:18Z")
Hi all, I have an '03 Honda Odyssey that has been reluctant to start. Often, when I get in and turn the key, nothing happens. No click, I can hear the fuel pump, all the lights, dash, radio, and accessories work, but it… --- ## [Brakes aren’t working and acceleration is really strong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-aren-t-working-and-acceleration-is-really-strong/198110)
**Author:** [@elena.clay08\_191985](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elena.clay08_191985)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-aren-t-working-and-acceleration-is-really-strong/198110 "2024-11-22T16:50:57Z")
my car is a 2003 mazda tribute, it’s been for the most part reliable but there is always something going on with it. This morning i started the car and it took a couple of try’s to turn on, and when i took it out of park… --- ## [1998 Chevrolet Tahoe - Rattles and knocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-rattles-and-knocks/198089)
**Author:** [@Apache](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Apache)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-rattles-and-knocks/198089 "2024-11-22T15:16:53Z")
Runs good in idle, give it gas and it sounds like out of time chain rattle knock. --- ## [Steering wheel vibrations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-vibrations/198096)
**Author:** [@Zorxyz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zorxyz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 1:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-vibrations/198096 "2024-11-22T13:48:32Z")
When my car is stationary or moving, turning the wheel almost all the way to the left causes strong vibrations throughout the car. I told the mechanics about it, and they suggested replacing the engine mounts, but that’s… --- ## [Advice on my car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-my-car/197983)
**Author:** [@tennessee.lyness](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tennessee.lyness)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-my-car/197983 "2024-11-22T01:16:06Z")
Hello everyone, I currently own a 2011 plate Volvo S60, I bought it around 2 months ago and I’ve had non stop silly little issues with it but my current issue is a reoccuring one that’s driving me crazy. Just as little … --- ## [New battery, New alternator, car runs fine but I still have a check battery light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-new-alternator-car-runs-fine-but-i-still-have-a-check-battery-light/186213)
**Author:** [@Kaioutlaw1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaioutlaw1)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2024, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-battery-new-alternator-car-runs-fine-but-i-still-have-a-check-battery-light/186213 "2024-11-21T02:28:40Z")
Hey guys, my car pooped on me yesterday so I went out and got a new alternator and battery. I made sure to install them both properly and after the initial jump due to my battery being drained from the bad alternator all… --- ## [Is it the fuel pressure regulator valve?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-the-fuel-pressure-regulator-valve/198084)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-the-fuel-pressure-regulator-valve/198084 "2024-11-20T21:50:56Z")
2004 Camry 4-cyl (2AZ-FE). 163K miles. (In great, well-maintained condition, but parts are starting to wear out.) Symptom: When starting the engine, it cranks fine, but is taking longer and longer to start. If I shut… --- ## [2011 Nissan Rogue - No floor heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-rogue-no-floor-heat/198071)
**Author:** [@Frstclas5401](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frstclas5401)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-rogue-no-floor-heat/198071 "2024-11-20T19:15:31Z")
No heat on floor vents --- ## [Rotor touching control arm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotor-touching-control-arm/197957)
**Author:** [@Natesbox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Natesbox)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2024, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotor-touching-control-arm/197957 "2024-11-19T17:24:51Z")
Did a wheel bearing replacement. Back of brake rotor now touching lower control arm lip. Everything is torqued to spec. Only about .03” gap on unchanged side. Any advice to fix before I have to buy a whole new steering h… --- ## [Is this just the tire valve?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-just-the-tire-valve/198025)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-just-the-tire-valve/198025 "2024-11-18T21:40:44Z")
From daughter’s 2020-ish Corolla. Could not get the portable tire pump to connect properly to one valve. At my suggestion she took it to a tire shop. They replaced this part (for free!!!). It’s been years since I saw… --- ## [Searching for Firewall Opening](https://community.cartalk.com/t/searching-for-firewall-opening/198074)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/searching-for-firewall-opening/198074 "2024-11-18T17:56:19Z")
I have a 2005 Buick Century with a 3.1L V6. I also have a multi-conducter wire about 0.2" in diameter (less than a quarter inch). I’d like to run it from the engine compartment fuse box to the cabin on the driver’s side.… --- ## [Safety w/key fobs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safety-w-key-fobs/198047)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safety-w-key-fobs/198047 "2024-11-18T05:09:44Z")
Neither of my vehicles use them so no experience , but just wondering if there’s any diy’er safety issues when working on key-fob equipped cars? For example whenever I’m working in the engine compartment I always put … --- ## [2013 Ford Edge washer fluid pours out near glove box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-washer-fluid-pours-out-near-glove-box/127689)
**Author:** [@LarryGarlick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryGarlick)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2024, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-washer-fluid-pours-out-near-glove-box/127689 "2024-11-18T03:11:11Z")
When the rear window washer / wiper is activated, the washer fluid pours out next to the glove box. You can hear the fluid hitting something in the corner up under the dash --- ## [2002 Honda Civic Cpe - Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-cpe-battery-drain/198051)
**Author:** [@ARWABIOHH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ARWABIOHH)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-civic-cpe-battery-drain/198051 "2024-11-17T19:04:20Z")
I have a parasitic battery draw. Both the battery and the alternator are healthy and aren’t causing the problem. and I cant get my hands on a fuse puller to test them --- ## [2020 Honda CR-V - Car stops suddenly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-cr-v-car-stops-suddenly/198039)
**Author:** [@Angi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Angi)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-cr-v-car-stops-suddenly/198039 "2024-11-17T14:58:04Z")
Any reported problems with the Collision Mitigation Braking System on 2020 Honda CRV - oddly accelerating / jumping into gear after automatically braking? I’ve had a couple of incidents where the CMBS suddenly stopped t… --- ## [Corroded subframe & cradle on a 2005 Ford Escape?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corroded-subframe-cradle-on-a-2005-ford-escape/197782)
**Author:** [@alexisnicole0183\_191719](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alexisnicole0183_191719)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corroded-subframe-cradle-on-a-2005-ford-escape/197782 "2024-11-17T07:50:46Z")
I just got my condition report from my mechanic for my 2005 Ford Escape after I took it to the mechanic because I was hearing a grinding noise and feeling vibrations in the steering wheel when driving slow. I just bought… --- ## [Why won't my car start now?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-my-car-start-now/197867)
**Author:** [@Jackie.nagel2010\_191781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jackie.nagel2010_191781)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2024, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-my-car-start-now/197867 "2024-11-17T01:21:40Z")
Last week I got my car serviced ( oil change, break fluid and transition flushed and replaced) I drove all this week in a different city with no problem. Today I drove around and then last morning today I leave one spot … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=29) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=31)