# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=309 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 310 --- ## [DIY diesel exhaust fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-diesel-exhaust-fluid/169875)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-diesel-exhaust-fluid/169875 "2020-09-13T13:42:42Z")
I passed by a Brewer fleet fueling station today. A sign advertised ‘diesel exhaust fluid’. I wondered if this is something truckers put in their drinks, a kind of bitters. I looked it up when I got home and wondered … --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic - Thrown rod?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-classic-thrown-rod/169852)
**Author:** [@LisaSisk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LisaSisk)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-classic-thrown-rod/169852 "2020-09-13T13:23:22Z")
If someone has check your engine block and it’s good so replace the head they start it and it throws a rod. Wouldn’t they have known the rod was messed up? --- ## [Chevrolet lacetti engine fluctuating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-lacetti-engine-fluctuating/169883)
**Author:** [@Andreas-15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andreas-15)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 11:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-lacetti-engine-fluctuating/169883 "2020-09-13T11:30:20Z")
Hello guys. I have a chevrolet lacetti which is fluctuating rpm very strangely and very high at idle and low speeds. The problem happened after a head gasket replacement. The car has new head gasket. Egr. Crankshaft sens… --- ## [My lacetti revs up in a strange way](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-lacetti-revs-up-in-a-strange-way/169746)
**Author:** [@Andreas-15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andreas-15)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 10:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-lacetti-revs-up-in-a-strange-way/169746 "2020-09-13T10:17:08Z")
Hello everyone. My chevrolet lacetti starts normally with no reving up.But as soon i put it in gear and start driving the rpm go up and down like crazy. In high speeds it doesn’t affect the rpm. And the strangest thing … --- ## [Running weird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-weird/169864)
**Author:** [@David-505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David-505)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 6:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-weird/169864 "2020-09-13T06:26:27Z")
So at some point the rpm will catch up and meet with the speed. When I drive, around 60mph the rpm is at 3500. At 55mph it’s at 3000 rpm. At 45mph it’s at 2500 rpm. Etc. Here’s a link to the video It gives… --- ## [2010 Ford Focus SE Ignition Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-focus-se-ignition-issues/169860)
**Author:** [@Cpt.jcup](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cpt.jcup)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-focus-se-ignition-issues/169860 "2020-09-13T03:44:28Z")
Hey guys, so our secondary car has been giving us a little bit of trouble here lately. Occasionally when you go to crank it, it just doesn’t start. The accessories come on and all the electronics power up, but it doesn’t… --- ## [Which gasket is this that is leaking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-gasket-is-this-that-is-leaking/169853)
**Author:** [@Ross85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ross85)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-gasket-is-this-that-is-leaking/169853 "2020-09-13T03:38:10Z")
When I was underneath my 2006 3.3L V6 Toyota Highlander doing work I noticed some oil leaking from a gasket (shown by green arrow in image below). Can someone tell me which gasket this is? Thanks --- ## [2004 Hyundai Sonata - next steps?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-sonata-next-steps/169863)
**Author:** [@viksrule57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/viksrule57)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-sonata-next-steps/169863 "2020-09-13T03:04:46Z")
I bought this car 5 years November 104,000 then now 131,000. I have no problems with the front, the back ones wear out in 4,000 miles. I bought the best that they have out there and nothing helps. At first I thought it w… --- ## [Dealer Oil Changes - Over the full ine? How Much Is Too Much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-oil-changes-over-the-full-ine-how-much-is-too-much/169111)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2020, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-oil-changes-over-the-full-ine-how-much-is-too-much/169111 "2020-09-13T01:47:36Z")
I have recently switched to a new Subaru dealer due to a move. The dealer changed the oil and the oil is about 1 inch higher than the fill line. My prior dealer would always fill it to a quarter-inch or so over the full … --- ## [Transmission Disengages Completely](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-disengages-completely/169822)
**Author:** [@pmarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pmarc)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-disengages-completely/169822 "2020-09-12T23:49:04Z")
The 6-speed manual transmission disengages without warning. I coast to the shoulder, turn it off, re-start it, then ride off. Happened 4 times in 2 years, the last 2 occurred half-hour apart. Happened when riding 50-75 m… --- ## [Replacing damaged rear wiper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-damaged-rear-wiper/169857)
**Author:** [@tjhickey\_170693](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjhickey_170693)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-damaged-rear-wiper/169857 "2020-09-12T23:19:50Z")
The rear wiper is missing from the back of the car. It still works though. It looks like someone tried to remove it with a wrench or pliers - the plastic and metal are chewed up. Question: that metal ring down the bol… --- ## [2009 Ford Fusion: Compass No Response and Power locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-fusion-compass-no-response-and-power-locks/169856)
**Author:** [@burnedfaceless\_170692](https://community.cartalk.com/u/burnedfaceless_170692)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-fusion-compass-no-response-and-power-locks/169856 "2020-09-12T18:23:37Z")
I am driving my family’s 2009 Ford Fusion. When I start the car the dashboard reads “Compass No Response”. I want to get rid of that message. Also when I push lock on the power locks every door locks except the driver … --- ## [2002 Cadillac DeVille - Electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-electrical-issues/169758)
**Author:** [@MelvinAllen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelvinAllen)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-electrical-issues/169758 "2020-09-12T17:24:13Z")
Short in Headlights, power locks not working --- ## [Broken Wire Harness 1999 VW Beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-wire-harness-1999-vw-beetle/169726)
**Author:** [@clp.camman85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clp.camman85)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-wire-harness-1999-vw-beetle/169726 "2020-09-12T17:18:16Z")
TL:DR – Severed some wires in the wiring harness going from engine compartment to ECU, fixed them and now the car Idles rough and has very stiff brakes. Looking for possible causes and solutions for them. Have 4 engine c… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2017 Chrysler Pacifica #1599914924](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2017-chrysler-pacifica-1599914924/169848)
**Author:** [@michael\_170687](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michael_170687)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2017-chrysler-pacifica-1599914924/169848 "2020-09-12T15:35:46Z")
Chrysler Pacifica 2017 seems like it’s about to stall? Just noticed that the van is idling weird. If I am not moving, it goes and almost stalls, then RPMs pick back up. It goes in cycles. It doesn’t happen all the time,… --- ## [Urine Smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urine-smell/169846)
**Author:** [@Cassie-20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cassie-20)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urine-smell/169846 "2020-09-12T15:31:12Z")
I have a 2009 dodge charger Dub Edition And Every time I go some where it starts smelling like urine badly an even more so in the back seat an trunk i cant get any car deodorizers. Can come close to covering the sm… --- ## [Can red transmission code on a bmw prevent it from starting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-red-transmission-code-on-a-bmw-prevent-it-from-starting/169814)
**Author:** [@Sean-Lewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sean-Lewis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-red-transmission-code-on-a-bmw-prevent-it-from-starting/169814 "2020-09-12T13:34:21Z")
My 3 series bmw transmission light came on and my car won’t start . I’m so stressed I’m here wondering why it can’t start… I’m wondering if it’s lack of service? --- ## [Dashboard warning lights decode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-warning-lights-decode/169841)
**Author:** [@usmanakhtar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/usmanakhtar)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 4:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-warning-lights-decode/169841 "2020-09-12T04:45:14Z")
hello everyone, I bought a chevelot spark 2014 model. Before starting the engine on there are lot of warning lights appears on my dashboard. I have added the picture as well. Can anyone suggest me is there any issues? … --- ## [2004 Mitsubishi Galant - Sugar in my gas tank - What to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-galant-sugar-in-my-gas-tank-what-to-do/169807)
**Author:** [@TonyStarks18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyStarks18)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-galant-sugar-in-my-gas-tank-what-to-do/169807 "2020-09-12T01:48:52Z")
I have Sugar in my gas tank --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Equinox- Which oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-which-oil/169777)
**Author:** [@darryllb573](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darryllb573)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-which-oil/169777 "2020-09-12T01:26:54Z")
Does this car use Synthetic oil --- ## [2016 Ford Edge - installing deer horns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-installing-deer-horns/169828)
**Author:** [@FrankieKotch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankieKotch)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2020, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-installing-deer-horns/169828 "2020-09-12T01:25:43Z")
how to install deer horns --- ## [2004 Volkswagen Jetta - driver’s side door lights don’t shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-jetta-driver-s-side-door-lights-don-t-shut-off/169826)
**Author:** [@Uriel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Uriel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-jetta-driver-s-side-door-lights-don-t-shut-off/169826 "2020-09-11T21:58:07Z")
the driver door doesnt turn off after i turn off the car. the driver side door is on… how do i figure this out? --- ## [What is a good car wax brand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-car-wax-brand/169805)
**Author:** [@mercury07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mercury07)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-car-wax-brand/169805 "2020-09-11T21:00:23Z")
thanks for the suggestions --- ## [S40 19T cranks for half a second, and only half a second. I'm stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/s40-19t-cranks-for-half-a-second-and-only-half-a-second-im-stumped/62085)
**Author:** [@Lavid2002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lavid2002)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/s40-19t-cranks-for-half-a-second-and-only-half-a-second-im-stumped/62085 "2020-09-11T20:48:59Z")
This 2000 Volvo S40 19T wont start. Here is what I have done about it... New Battery Starter bench tested (Good) New alternator (Bad diode) Cleaned connections on battery, starter, and alt. The car cranks fo… --- ## [2018 Mercedes-Benz 190 - Wheel flew off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mercedes-benz-190-wheel-flew-off/169348)
**Author:** [@Macdo98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Macdo98)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mercedes-benz-190-wheel-flew-off/169348 "2020-09-11T19:07:22Z")
Left front of sons car was making a bumping sound following a service. Went back to garage who said it was under tray and booked him in for beg of Sept. son drive to Cornwall and from service until the wheel finally fle… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Equinox - do I really need a third catalytic converter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-equinox-do-i-really-need-a-third-catalytic-converter/169716)
**Author:** [@deacon44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deacon44)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-equinox-do-i-really-need-a-third-catalytic-converter/169716 "2020-09-11T18:28:35Z")
Told vehicle needs catalytic converter again. First replaced at 60,000 miles, now has 69000. Mechanic says check engine light means it needs catalytic converter. Whats going on? --- ## [2014 Dodge Grand Caravan - I'm sure it's not the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-dodge-grand-caravan-im-sure-its-not-the-battery/169738)
**Author:** [@tkubas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tkubas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-dodge-grand-caravan-im-sure-its-not-the-battery/169738 "2020-09-11T15:45:13Z")
van takes several times to get it to turn over and i know its not the battery. could it be the starter? or is there another common problem with these vans the electrical or starter. --- ## [2004 Nissan Murano - Not Cat, dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-not-cat-dies/169816)
**Author:** [@MENACE88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MENACE88)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-not-cat-dies/169816 "2020-09-11T15:37:41Z")
Car trying to die while driving it don’t have a cat what else can it be --- ## [2008 ford edge SE BRAKE ISSUES PLEASE HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-edge-se-brake-issues-please-help/169821)
**Author:** [@Lyndsey-1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lyndsey-1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-edge-se-brake-issues-please-help/169821 "2020-09-11T15:05:56Z")
Changed brake booster /master cylinder and bleed brakes. Still soft petals and no abs light on. Replaced the brake light switch no change. I’m loosing my mind and am so frustrated someone please help --- ## [2008 Honda Odyssey - Key won't turn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-odyssey-key-wont-turn/169756)
**Author:** [@StephenSpurlin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StephenSpurlin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2020, 12:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-odyssey-key-wont-turn/169756 "2020-09-11T12:01:58Z")
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