# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=315 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 316 --- ## [Central Computer processing unit connections](https://community.cartalk.com/t/central-computer-processing-unit-connections/168099)
**Author:** [@art\_helen\_169549](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art_helen_169549)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/central-computer-processing-unit-connections/168099 "2020-08-28T22:05:20Z")
How does one disconnect the Computer from the catalytic converters and oxygen sensors. My car 1998 Lexus LS400 has more than 250,000 miles and needs to have catalytic converters replaced. This cost of replacement equal 4… --- ## [2009 Chevy aveo lt turn signals work occasionally](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevy-aveo-lt-turn-signals-work-occasionally/169297)
**Author:** [@Cody-42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cody-42)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevy-aveo-lt-turn-signals-work-occasionally/169297 "2020-08-28T21:18:00Z")
My aveo turn signals stop working and the only way I can make them work again is if I repeatedly press the Hazzard… What could it be and how do I fix i it --- ## [Simple Owner-Friendly Maintenance Schedule Document](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simple-owner-friendly-maintenance-schedule-document/169290)
**Author:** [@jmunger\_147335](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmunger_147335)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simple-owner-friendly-maintenance-schedule-document/169290 "2020-08-28T20:01:53Z")
I used to be able to get a short booklet listing the maintenance schedule for my vehicles. Now all I seem to find is long documents with lists that are not user friendly at all. My owner’s manual has a cute set of boxes … --- ## [2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-hybrid-noise/169278)
**Author:** [@Magical\_Worker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Magical_Worker)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-hybrid-noise/169278 "2020-08-28T18:52:52Z")
Im not sure if this website best place to ask, but my mom recently got a 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid but we notice every time she hits brakes before turning on the car. We hear little knocking noise, kind of sounds lik… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Intermittent issues with AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-intermittent-issues-with-ac/169241)
**Author:** [@pdespault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pdespault)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 3:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-intermittent-issues-with-ac/169241 "2020-08-28T15:21:49Z")
cooling system function fades out after 20 minutes with lower and lower blowing, then if left for 5 minutes,returns to full blowing. ? freezing up coil ? expansion valve ? freon level is OK… temperature controller malf… --- ## [2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Back end issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-e-class-back-end-issues/169220)
**Author:** [@Tori57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tori57)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-e-class-back-end-issues/169220 "2020-08-28T03:55:58Z")
My back end whines really loud or sounds like road noise after relaxing tires and also alignment --- ## [2016 Mazda CX-9 - Fading wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-9-fading-wheels/169252)
**Author:** [@DeniseMarieMundy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeniseMarieMundy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2020, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-9-fading-wheels/169252 "2020-08-28T00:37:32Z")
The wheels on my 2016 Mazda CX-9 are fading. The primer is showing. Lynchburg Mazda refuses to assist in getting the wheels corrected or replaced. My husband is contacting Mazda Corporate for assistance. My vehicle i… --- ## [Replace CV boot vs Axle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-cv-boot-vs-axle/114570)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-cv-boot-vs-axle/114570 "2020-08-27T23:37:59Z")
My mechanic went for buying the boot and replacing on my Honda. He does NOT use the split boot. Most other mechanics just replace the axle. Over the weekend, saw a classic Cadillac with the front wheel broken on the axl… --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Traverse -AC Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-traverse-ac-issues/169234)
**Author:** [@2014Traversels2wd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2014Traversels2wd)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-traverse-ac-issues/169234 "2020-08-27T23:11:24Z")
a/c is blowing hot air on several occasions, took to dealership, they cant find anything wrong with it. --- ## [New dash light activated... by mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-dash-light-activated-by-mechanic/169157)
**Author:** [@Mikedrives](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikedrives)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-dash-light-activated-by-mechanic/169157 "2020-08-27T22:49:52Z")
I had an engine light on in my 2004 Odyssey EX-L, and went to get it checked at a shop where I had thrown them a few thousand dollars of business over the years. I went there because I had been impressed by their big-dad… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Uplander - Dies and stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-uplander-dies-and-stalls/169237)
**Author:** [@Tommowery](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tommowery)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-uplander-dies-and-stalls/169237 "2020-08-27T20:13:59Z")
I have a 205 Uplander wan I am driving it it goes ded. And if I discussed the battery it stall on me --- ## [2015 BMW 328 - must switch brands now](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-328-must-switch-brands-now/168967)
**Author:** [@galm26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galm26)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-328-must-switch-brands-now/168967 "2020-08-27T18:05:53Z")
Drove my 328xi for a little over 25,000 miles after I purchased it at 50,000miles. My serpentine belt snapped and shredded as I was driving home. Then a tap noise started from the engine. I asked BMW what I should do and… --- ## [What to do when newish car mysteriously bites the dust?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-newish-car-mysteriously-bites-the-dust/168980)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth-61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elizabeth-61)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-newish-car-mysteriously-bites-the-dust/168980 "2020-08-27T17:54:26Z")
Hi everyone, We have a rather stressful situation with our car and haven’t been able to determine the best course of action. In the summer or 2015, we bought a used 2013 Toyota Corolla with about 34k miles on it from a… --- ## [1998-2000 Mercury Sable - did this car have a V8 Engine as an option?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-2000-mercury-sable-did-this-car-have-a-v8-engine-as-an-option/732)
**Author:** [@edman43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edman43)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-2000-mercury-sable-did-this-car-have-a-v8-engine-as-an-option/732 "2020-08-27T17:29:37Z")
I have a small wager with my best friend who is a car nut. I remember driving a rental 1999 or 2000 Mercury Sable during the years in question, and was suprised the car had such power. I was shocked and the car would bur… --- ## [Hard start due to bad O2 sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-due-to-bad-o2-sensor/18522)
**Author:** [@GoodOak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GoodOak)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-due-to-bad-o2-sensor/18522 "2020-08-27T03:14:10Z")
I have a 2000 Chevy Prism (same as the Corolla) which has had the check engine light come on occasionally for over a year now. It started turning on more then normal about 2 months ago so we brought it to the dealer. T… --- ## [2010 Toyota Prius burning oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-burning-oil/169132)
**Author:** [@CTO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CTO)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-burning-oil/169132 "2020-08-27T01:58:23Z")
My Toyota Prius is burning oil, about 1 quart per 1,000 miles. What can I do to stop it? --- ## [Parts for 1985 Honey Class-C 22 Ft Motorhome](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-1985-honey-class-c-22-ft-motorhome/169197)
**Author:** [@Carlos-48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlos-48)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-1985-honey-class-c-22-ft-motorhome/169197 "2020-08-27T00:39:06Z")
I just bought a 1985 Honey Class C 22 ft motorhome that has been sitting in the same spot for the past 3 years and a lot of the parts have been ripped out… How can I find out exactly what parts I can use for my 1985 clas… --- ## [Fixing the AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-the-ac/169227)
**Author:** [@Steve-523](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve-523)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2020, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-the-ac/169227 "2020-08-27T00:20:49Z")
I am not getting any voltage down at the AC clutch for it to engage. 2 fuses are ok and I have tested the relay and change it with fan relay I know is working. 0 voltage at red wire to clutch. Also low pressure switc… --- ## [2003 Ford Econoline Cargo Van - Brake job gone wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-econoline-cargo-van-brake-job-gone-wrong/169208)
**Author:** [@madungozi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madungozi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-econoline-cargo-van-brake-job-gone-wrong/169208 "2020-08-26T23:56:28Z")
after we changed the break pad and bleed it the front wheels locked it could no longer turn --- ## [2019 Volkswagen Tiguan bogging throttle hesitation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-tiguan-bogging-throttle-hesitation/169146)
**Author:** [@Ray01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray01)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-tiguan-bogging-throttle-hesitation/169146 "2020-08-26T23:34:56Z")
I too have a 2019 VW Tiguan and the same complaint as the owner above severe booging throttle hesitation and stalling along with severe bogging. Dealer service to NO resolution hot humid condition very poor running coole… --- ## [Car only leaking transmission fluid after driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-only-leaking-transmission-fluid-after-driving/169156)
**Author:** [@Seth19man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth19man)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-only-leaking-transmission-fluid-after-driving/169156 "2020-08-26T22:20:02Z")
Okay so I know this sounds weird, but my car only leaks transmission fluid after driving. I originally thought it was my pan gasket because I just did a fluid and filter change but it wasn’t. Also just replaced both CV a… --- ## [2010 Acura RDX -Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-acura-rdx-codes/169216)
**Author:** [@josislaton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josislaton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-acura-rdx-codes/169216 "2020-08-26T20:41:36Z")
Lately when ive driven my car two lights come on, on my dashboard one says “check emission system” the other says “check sh-awd system”. Sometimes the lights will stay on for a few days but sometimes they’ll go away afte… --- ## [2012 RAM 1500 - Stuck in 4rth](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ram-1500-stuck-in-4rth/169211)
**Author:** [@MickeyCrawford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MickeyCrawford)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ram-1500-stuck-in-4rth/169211 "2020-08-26T20:18:44Z")
2012 ram 1500 62000 miles stuck in 4th gear … --- ## [White Smoke Noticed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-noticed/169163)
**Author:** [@ulu4ulunnwa\_142512](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ulu4ulunnwa_142512)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-noticed/169163 "2020-08-26T17:17:36Z")
Hello all, I noticed a white smoke on my 2001 Toyota Camry recently in the morning and since then the white smoke refused to stop. I was actually thinking it’s oil because I recently serviced the car and change the oil … --- ## [Driver door lock not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-door-lock-not-working/169205)
**Author:** [@Diesel689\_170267](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diesel689_170267)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-door-lock-not-working/169205 "2020-08-26T16:11:31Z")
My driver door won’t lock with power locks, manually, or with a key. I have replaced the rap relay and checked the driver door module fuse… All other doors lock and unlock fine. --- ## [2001 Honda Odyssey ABS and TCS lights stay on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-odyssey-abs-and-tcs-lights-stay-on/169144)
**Author:** [@User1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/User1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-odyssey-abs-and-tcs-lights-stay-on/169144 "2020-08-26T15:14:15Z")
2001 honda odyssey abs and tcs light stays on even after brakes changed and with reset --- ## [OK to remove thermostat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-to-remove-thermostat/154398)
**Author:** [@ALBERTKANGOYA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ALBERTKANGOYA)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ok-to-remove-thermostat/154398 "2020-08-26T13:53:03Z")
My mechanic wants to remove thermostat from my car, 2004 model Rav4, should I allow him? --- ## [Are my gears the same front and rear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-my-gears-the-same-front-and-rear/169188)
**Author:** [@Charles-164](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charles-164)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-my-gears-the-same-front-and-rear/169188 "2020-08-26T13:05:55Z")
Question? Trying to figure out if my gears are same in front and rear , Would it hurt if I lifted Jeep in the air and put in 4wd so all four tires would spin? Or would it bind and break if there not same ratio? --- ## [2004 Saab 9-3 convertible sunroof won’t go up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saab-9-3-convertible-sunroof-won-t-go-up/169134)
**Author:** [@harobed4G](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harobed4G)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 1:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saab-9-3-convertible-sunroof-won-t-go-up/169134 "2020-08-26T13:00:53Z")
2004 Saab 9-3 convertible sunroof will not go up. Recommendation has been to repair/rebuild all cylinders. I do not want to buy another car. Question: Is it time to let this car go because of its age and 180000 miles? --- ## [2006 charger Limp mode U0404, P0850 transmission temp warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-charger-limp-mode-u0404-p0850-transmission-temp-warning/169199)
**Author:** [@Sifly1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sifly1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2020, 11:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-charger-limp-mode-u0404-p0850-transmission-temp-warning/169199 "2020-08-26T11:47:01Z")
I have a Dodge Charger with 147000 miles, it was driving perfectly fine clean shifts etc. about a week ago it started throwing code P0850 (park neutral switch input circuit) than today after pulling out of my work the ge… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=314) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=316)