# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=31 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 32 --- ## [2019 Subaru Outback - Radio is broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-radio-is-broken/198029)
**Author:** [@JanetBrennan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanetBrennan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-radio-is-broken/198029 "2024-11-16T20:18:12Z")
Radio keeps jumping stations with no one turning the controls. This happens all the time. --- ## [Water in gas tank and possible ruined fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-gas-tank-and-possible-ruined-fuel-pump/42582)
**Author:** [@kawhite68](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kawhite68)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-gas-tank-and-possible-ruined-fuel-pump/42582 "2024-11-16T20:20:07Z")
We began having problems with surges & hesitations shortly after filling our tank at the local station. We called the station and the owner tested the station tank. Nothing showed up. The next day the problem with our… --- ## [2020 Subaru Outback - Seems to skip or slip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-outback-seems-to-skip-or-slip/189374)
**Author:** [@L11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/L11)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-outback-seems-to-skip-or-slip/189374 "2024-11-16T19:27:35Z")
When driving, the car often seems to skip, as if the tires are not holding the road. It is inconsistent. Up hills. Down hills, Straight away. Smooth roads. Bumpy roads. Interstate. Local. 2020 Ascent. It has been… --- ## [Thermostat housing - coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thermostat-housing-coolant-leak/53659)
**Author:** [@sweethome89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sweethome89)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2024, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thermostat-housing-coolant-leak/53659 "2024-11-16T18:20:46Z")
When I bought my used 98 VW Jetta, I knew it had a coolant leak. I took it to a mechanic I knew and trusted (my parents' mechanic - located on the east coast, while I'm on the west) and he told me the leak was coming fr… --- ## [Transmission shifts hard jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-shifts-hard-jerks/197790)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2024, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-shifts-hard-jerks/197790 "2024-11-06T19:40:53Z")
For the last year or so it felt like the driveshaft would slip a little if you took off fast from a stop. The last couple months it would slip a little if in cruise going up a big hill. Yesterday I picked up something s… --- ## [Brake Piston Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-piston-question/87280)
**Author:** [@tc273](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tc273)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-piston-question/87280 "2024-11-15T15:16:03Z")
I'd like to change the front brake pads on my '93 infiniti g20 soon, and it's my first time doing it on that car. I know that, as part of the process, the brake piston needs to be pushed back to its original, flush posit… --- ## [Roof has rust spots and oxidation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roof-has-rust-spots-and-oxidation/198015)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roof-has-rust-spots-and-oxidation/198015 "2024-11-15T13:52:31Z")
2010 Corolla with 140k. Currently driven between 5k and 10k per year. Plan on keeping for another 3yrs. Roof has oxidation. Then there are tiny rust spots - size of a dot but a cluster of them at sections… I have used… --- ## [Recently bought dodge durango, concerned & need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recently-bought-dodge-durango-concerned-need-help/197999)
**Author:** [@keyso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keyso)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recently-bought-dodge-durango-concerned-need-help/197999 "2024-11-14T23:10:08Z")
I bought this car a 2021 dodge durango rt just a couple days ago. I am hearing 2 sounds, one is during the engine startup, it makes this weak / faint type of noise. The other noise is a rattling sound, occurs when you ta… --- ## [Wheel squeaks after oil change at 5-10 mph regardless of brake application](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-squeaks-after-oil-change-at-5-10-mph-regardless-of-brake-application/198041)
**Author:** [@Ginalouiseholland\_191916](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ginalouiseholland_191916)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 10:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-squeaks-after-oil-change-at-5-10-mph-regardless-of-brake-application/198041 "2024-11-14T22:53:45Z")
I got an oil change last week. Left the shop and went to pick up a kid from school and noticed a horribly loud squeak as I inched through the parking lot. The noise was not there before the oil change. It doesn’t matter … --- ## [P0711 Code: Can engine coolant thermostat issues cause this transmission coolant error?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0711-code-can-engine-coolant-thermostat-issues-cause-this-transmission-coolant-error/198034)
**Author:** [@OSR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OSR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0711-code-can-engine-coolant-thermostat-issues-cause-this-transmission-coolant-error/198034 "2024-11-14T18:30:37Z")
I had what I thought were two issues going on simultaneously with my 2015 Yukon Denali. First, I got a check engine light and my scanner showed a P0711 code, which had something to do with the transmission temperature. … --- ## [Greasy window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/greasy-window/197936)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/greasy-window/197936 "2024-11-14T17:08:26Z")
At a gas station my wife washed her rear window. I think someone sabotaged the windshield washer fluid. After she squeegeed the fluid off, it left a thick film of greasy stuff on the window. She couldn’t see through the … --- ## [Gm fuel line clip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-fuel-line-clip/195880)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-fuel-line-clip/195880 "2024-11-14T15:49:45Z")
Do they sell the clip that fits inside the fuel line disconnect? I finally got it out and think i can straighten fingers but wonder if they sell clip alone? 08 equinox --- ## [2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-fusion-hybrid-clunks/198032)
**Author:** [@GoChrome](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GoChrome)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-fusion-hybrid-clunks/198032 "2024-11-14T15:47:41Z")
Loud clicking front driver wheel area while turning sharp AND applying brakes. Custom rims and tires. 125k --- ## [Help identify wiring and relay 2006 2.0 cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-wiring-and-relay-2006-2-0-cruiser/198023)
**Author:** [@undeadexil3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/undeadexil3)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-wiring-and-relay-2006-2-0-cruiser/198023 "2024-11-14T15:31:02Z")
I’m looking to identify these wires from the 2 replays and also a wiring (i know one is ground but to where?) from by the brakes. Thanks! i can only post one pic ig cuz I’m new. I’ll try to post more or just email me ! s… --- ## [2010 Hyundai Excel- Noisy transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-excel-noisy-transmission/198005)
**Author:** [@FreddieMokwatedi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FreddieMokwatedi)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-excel-noisy-transmission/198005 "2024-11-14T13:10:48Z")
There is cranky sound when I switch between gears --- ## [1981 Toyota Corolla won't start/crank when hot, starts when cool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-toyota-corolla-wont-start-crank-when-hot-starts-when-cool/85258)
**Author:** [@jstubbs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jstubbs)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-toyota-corolla-wont-start-crank-when-hot-starts-when-cool/85258 "2024-11-14T04:41:54Z")
Anyone out there still driving and loving their older Toyota? My 1981 Toyota Corolla wagon is beloved but developed a problem wherein when it gets warmed up and it is turned off, it may not start again until it cools dow… --- ## [1989 Chevrolet Caprice Classic - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-chevrolet-caprice-classic-shuts-off/197995)
**Author:** [@cocktail1000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cocktail1000)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-chevrolet-caprice-classic-shuts-off/197995 "2024-11-14T03:43:39Z")
car shut off driving,starts up shutsoff --- ## [Maintenance by time on short drive car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-by-time-on-short-drive-car/198002)
**Author:** [@TheseusBoat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheseusBoat)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-by-time-on-short-drive-car/198002 "2024-11-14T01:51:56Z")
Let’s say you only drive 1,000 miles a year. You will need to do maintenance by time since it would tak 3-5 years to get to the next oil change by mile. Should I Change oil at least once a year or twice a year since wa… --- ## [Intake pipe keeps disconnecting (with video) - any tips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-pipe-keeps-disconnecting-with-video-any-tips/198011)
**Author:** [@boomwoss\_191889](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boomwoss_191889)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intake-pipe-keeps-disconnecting-with-video-any-tips/198011 "2024-11-14T00:27:17Z")
Hey everyone! I have a 2015 MB c200d. I’m having some trouble with intake pipes that keeps disconnecting and needs to get re-fitted as the car gets driven (as a result of normal engine twisting and turning I assume). I… --- ## [Please Help - Engine knock and then fail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-engine-knock-and-then-fail/197802)
**Author:** [@Vventimiglia1984\_191732](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vventimiglia1984_191732)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-engine-knock-and-then-fail/197802 "2024-11-13T23:30:47Z")
Looking for some advice if anyone can help. I have a 2019 Infiniti QX50 with 20,829 miles on it. I was driving home yesterday with my wife and son and heard what sounded like a faint clanging come from the engine. It was… --- ## [2016 Honda Civic Cpe - Rusty and thumping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-cpe-rusty-and-thumping/197988)
**Author:** [@CivicOwner18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CivicOwner18)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-cpe-rusty-and-thumping/197988 "2024-11-13T21:20:02Z")
My 2016 CIVIC Coupe already has body rust on the rear quarter panel. The car also makes thumping/creaking noises in the front and rear, and both rear shocks were recently replaced. Radio reception is atrocious. Contacted… --- ## [Car Horn Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-horn-issues/197979)
**Author:** [@anthony.ferrel222\_186486](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anthony.ferrel222_186486)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-horn-issues/197979 "2024-11-13T21:12:30Z")
So about a year ago my wife clipped a dear on her way to work, 2009 Toyota Corolla. Got the repairs done, later on we notice the car horn isn’t working. So we have it replaced no big deal. Six months later it stops worki… --- ## [Battery alternator or belt help no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-alternator-or-belt-help-no-start/198017)
**Author:** [@Odeninbox\_191896](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Odeninbox_191896)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-alternator-or-belt-help-no-start/198017 "2024-11-13T16:29:40Z")
2000 twingo New member Foruuser 3 hours ago It starts more sometimes, a quick charger 3mn then in assistance mode start charger in 220v It starts, so it’s not a lot of power that the battery is missing but it’s miss… --- ## [Oil monitoring tip from Practical Sailor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-monitoring-tip-from-practical-sailor/197577)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-monitoring-tip-from-practical-sailor/197577 "2024-11-13T02:27:58Z")
Is there some benefit for us with this article - link at the bottom? Could we extend oil change interval using full syn? I currently do every year with 4k mileage - so little driving. Once I sent to the lab after 15-18… --- ## [2018 Ford Fiesta - Hatch drops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-fiesta-hatch-drops/197981)
**Author:** [@OKS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OKS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-fiesta-hatch-drops/197981 "2024-11-13T01:05:26Z")
Rear hatch will not stay up. --- ## [How would you remove fender bolt+nut that I accidentally squished with a jack? (1997 Toyota Tercel)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-would-you-remove-fender-bolt-nut-that-i-accidentally-squished-with-a-jack-1997-toyota-tercel/197974)
**Author:** [@volaced738\_191865](https://community.cartalk.com/u/volaced738_191865)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-would-you-remove-fender-bolt-nut-that-i-accidentally-squished-with-a-jack-1997-toyota-tercel/197974 "2024-11-12T23:21:17Z")
Things I’ve tried: Vice grips (this caused the bolt to get stripped) Drill a hole for a screw extractor but the drill bit keeps breaking. Use a wrench to bench the fender flange back into place (images 2 & 3) Cold chis… --- ## [Intermittent starting - 2014 Honda CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-2014-honda-crv/197984)
**Author:** [@detrog1980\_176499](https://community.cartalk.com/u/detrog1980_176499)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-2014-honda-crv/197984 "2024-11-12T22:49:26Z")
I have been having starting issues over the last six months with my 2014 Honda CRV. I have had multiple mechanics look at it, but the problem does not occur when it’s in the shop. Issue: Turn key and the car does not st… --- ## [1991 Mitsubishi Montero](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-mitsubishi-montero/197993)
**Author:** [@Sinrg\_191879](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sinrg_191879)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-mitsubishi-montero/197993 "2024-11-12T22:31:06Z")
I have a 1991 Mitsubishi Montero. It has a starting issue, sometimes it turns on after a couple of cranks in warm weather. It does not turn on in cold weather. The starter, battery, thermostat have been replaced. I am no… --- ## [Clutch chatter in first gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-chatter-in-first-gear/198013)
**Author:** [@berzanibjori\_191893](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berzanibjori_191893)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-chatter-in-first-gear/198013 "2024-11-12T20:03:32Z")
hello guys! i have a toyota yaris 2006 1.4 diesel and i changed the clutch about 10 months ago.it has like 1 month that the clutch starts chattering when the car gets hot.like if you frive in the traffic in the city for… --- ## [DTC U0121 x 4. "4 modules not communicating to EBCM"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dtc-u0121-x-4-4-modules-not-communicating-to-ebcm/190389)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dtc-u0121-x-4-4-modules-not-communicating-to-ebcm/190389 "2024-11-12T14:58:15Z")
2013 GMC Terrain. Recap: BRAKE, ABS, TRAC lights on. “Service power steering message”, collision and lane depart not working, multiple new fully-charges and tested-good batteries die within 48 hours with car off. Cause o… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=30) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=32)