# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=317 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 318 --- ## [Car history](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-history/3351)
**Author:** [@raddude62896](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raddude62896)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-history/3351 "2020-08-24T16:02:04Z")
where can i get a free car history?? --- ## [2014 Nissan Pathfinder - Transmission issue worries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-pathfinder-transmission-issue-worries/168995)
**Author:** [@Kirsten39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirsten39)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-pathfinder-transmission-issue-worries/168995 "2020-08-24T14:11:49Z")
My 2014 Nissan Pathfinder with only 42k miles on it and taken care of like a baby, is being inspected Monday 8/21/20 for the transmission and axle issues described here. My question? Should I sell it after the repairs ar… --- ## [Should I replace frequent burning out H11 Halogens with LED?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-frequent-burning-out-h11-halogens-with-led/112280)
**Author:** [@John\_Sellers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Sellers)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-frequent-burning-out-h11-halogens-with-led/112280 "2020-08-24T13:57:20Z")
I have HAD IT! My H11 Halogen headlights (regular beam) BOTH burned out 2 days apart. This is the 7th or 8th time I have replaced them since I bought this 12/2011 Prius. The Sylvania replacements are rated for 150 ho… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - Trans fluid on dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo-trans-fluid-on-dipstick/169094)
**Author:** [@TomR05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomR05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo-trans-fluid-on-dipstick/169094 "2020-08-24T12:05:49Z")
When I check motor oil there is transmission fluid on oil dipstick. Why --- ## [Fire hazard "remotely" connected to cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-hazard-remotely-connected-to-cars/169083)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-hazard-remotely-connected-to-cars/169083 "2020-08-24T05:19:46Z")
No particular info on the car, but I think I made the right decision when I did not get the lithium-ion rechargeable hearing aids. Back in my career, lithium batteries were forbidden on USN submarines. --- ## [Check engine light lean code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-lean-code/169088)
**Author:** [@Darren13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darren13)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-lean-code/169088 "2020-08-24T04:06:45Z")
I was driving home the other night and noticed the check engine light came on. Dropped car off at dealer the next day. They ran diagnostics I and was told that the car was running lean but that they were unable to diagn… --- ## [Tire repair in new car after tire plugged- Bumpy Drive remains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-repair-in-new-car-after-tire-plugged-bumpy-drive-remains/169017)
**Author:** [@ms8613a\_170159](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ms8613a_170159)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-repair-in-new-car-after-tire-plugged-bumpy-drive-remains/169017 "2020-08-23T22:36:59Z")
Hello, all! I have owned my Kia Telluride for 600 miles and got a flat. A roadside assistance tech found the hole, took the tire off the car, and plugged (not sure if it was a regular plug, patch, combination plug) t… --- ## [2012 Volkswagen Beetle - Undercoating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-beetle-undercoating/169014)
**Author:** [@Arleenscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arleenscar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-beetle-undercoating/169014 "2020-08-23T22:09:55Z")
Does my 2012 beetle purchased in Calif. need undercoating if I will be living in Pennsylvania? --- ## [2014 Buick Verano - Bad paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-bad-paint/169087)
**Author:** [@DonDaDaXTC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonDaDaXTC)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-bad-paint/169087 "2020-08-23T21:11:09Z")
paint and clear coat fading on roof, trunk, hood, is this an issue with thin paint spayed on those areas ? is this a recall item ? --- ## [2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - Suspension sags on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-sl-class-suspension-sags-on-one-side/169082)
**Author:** [@Guy36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guy36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-sl-class-suspension-sags-on-one-side/169082 "2020-08-23T21:06:34Z")
suspension lowers on right side while sitting over night --- ## [2013 Hyundai Sonata - Strategic purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-strategic-purchase/169023)
**Author:** [@Bloodmoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bloodmoore)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-strategic-purchase/169023 "2020-08-23T20:41:31Z")
I am considering buying a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. I know that these things are part of a massive recall and $750 million dollar class action lawsuit because of their engines blowing up without warning while people are drivi… --- ## [URGENT, PLEASE HELP! New driver and new car owner. I don't know what to do Nissan Versa S 2009](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-please-help-new-driver-and-new-car-owner-i-dont-know-what-to-do-nissan-versa-s-2009/169036)
**Author:** [@newcarowner2020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newcarowner2020)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-please-help-new-driver-and-new-car-owner-i-dont-know-what-to-do-nissan-versa-s-2009/169036 "2020-08-23T20:39:55Z")
Hello, I have a 2009 Nissan Versa S. It is my first car and it is suddenly having problems. It was fine one day and then yesterday, I tried to drive it and the steering wheel was tight and the pedals (accelerator and bre… --- ## [Check engine light came on in my Yukon need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-came-on-in-my-yukon-need-help/169051)
**Author:** [@Cmckee72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cmckee72)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-came-on-in-my-yukon-need-help/169051 "2020-08-23T18:15:44Z")
I used a Fuel Injector cleaner on my Yukon and now I have codes and a misfire and was wondering what to do --- ## [Scratched oil pan surface](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scratched-oil-pan-surface/169068)
**Author:** [@loxy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loxy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scratched-oil-pan-surface/169068 "2020-08-23T15:38:35Z")
Hii, I recently got my first car and it had a huge leak all around oil pan so I went to replace the seal however when I removed the pan i was shocked to see that some smart ass probably took 80 grit sandpaper and scratch… --- ## [2003 Saab 9-5 - battery not charging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-5-battery-not-charging/168935)
**Author:** [@JimC56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimC56)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-5-battery-not-charging/168935 "2020-08-23T11:15:37Z")
2003 Saab 95 - Battery not charging. Diagnosis is bad instrument cluster. Any thoughts? --- ## [Hwy driving spitting sputtering got it towed home ran fine the next day but I've got random mis fire codes and rough start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hwy-driving-spitting-sputtering-got-it-towed-home-ran-fine-the-next-day-but-ive-got-random-mis-fire-codes-and-rough-start/168906)
**Author:** [@jdsm1984](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdsm1984)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hwy-driving-spitting-sputtering-got-it-towed-home-ran-fine-the-next-day-but-ive-got-random-mis-fire-codes-and-rough-start/168906 "2020-08-23T05:59:47Z")
I was 35 mins into a 60 min highway drive home. driving very easy when I accelerated after some train tracks the t6 started to lose power and I’m sure I could hear the turbo dumping every few seconds. it was running supe… --- ## [Jeep Grand Cherokee - Intermittently Won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittently-wont-start/78451)
**Author:** [@kateradee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kateradee)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittently-wont-start/78451 "2020-08-23T02:39:17Z")
Hello! I have had a problem with my Jeep for several years, and I thought my puzzler might be a good contender for your show. I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I have had intermittent starting problems for the past s… --- ## [2007 Hyundai Sonata - Switch issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-switch-issues/169062)
**Author:** [@HenryJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-switch-issues/169062 "2020-08-23T02:38:22Z")
Replaced 2 new switches, sometime switch will not turn on engine to start. --- ## [Leak near water pump connector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-near-water-pump-connector/169058)
**Author:** [@Ryan-119](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-119)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-near-water-pump-connector/169058 "2020-08-23T01:48:01Z")
Hey everyone, I own a 2009 Prius with 109,500 miles on it. It has no codes with OBD II scanner as of right now. Heard a mumbling noise today towards the engine while driving slowly and pulled over to check it out. It was… --- ## [2012 Jeep Liberty electrical panel is shot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-liberty-electrical-panel-is-shot/168958)
**Author:** [@SusanKifer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanKifer)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-liberty-electrical-panel-is-shot/168958 "2020-08-23T00:20:46Z")
I have had a jeep product since 2000. I was told by the dealership parts department that I had to replace the steering column because the bluetooth wasn’t working and the controls on the left side of the vehicle wouldn’t… --- ## [Chrysler Town and Country leaking under glove compartment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-leaking-under-glove-compartment/169059)
**Author:** [@gamegeek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gamegeek)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-leaking-under-glove-compartment/169059 "2020-08-22T23:51:10Z")
Hey there, My minivan is leaking under the glove compartment. Not sure where from. It only happens when I make left turns. And if the AC is on when I make those turns, I hear what sounds like water pouring onto a fan po… --- ## [2017 Ford Explorer - Bad paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-bad-paint/169043)
**Author:** [@sherryhouser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sherryhouser)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-bad-paint/169043 "2020-08-22T23:48:54Z")
My 2017 explorer’s hood paint bubbled and is peeling.Now it needs repaired. --- ## [2017 Subaru Crosstrek - Died on the highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-died-on-the-highway/169047)
**Author:** [@btoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/btoth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-died-on-the-highway/169047 "2020-08-22T23:38:55Z")
completely died when driving on freeway. No lights, No acceleration. --- ## [2015 Hyundai Veloster - Too much oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-veloster-too-much-oil/169045)
**Author:** [@Maria26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maria26)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-veloster-too-much-oil/169045 "2020-08-22T22:59:22Z")
Midas over filled my oil, had it drained and now my car leaks oil --- ## [2017 RAM Cargo Van - Oil burner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-cargo-van-oil-burner/168983)
**Author:** [@godinvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/godinvt)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-cargo-van-oil-burner/168983 "2020-08-22T22:10:47Z")
goes through 1/2 qt oil in 450 miles --- ## [2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-oil-consumption/169038)
**Author:** [@RobertT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertT)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-oil-consumption/169038 "2020-08-22T20:01:45Z")
I find that this engine burns/consumes oil at a very high rate. Is this common with this vehicle? Can it be improved? --- ## [2004 Ford F250 - Stalls downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f250-stalls-downhill/169003)
**Author:** [@terry23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terry23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f250-stalls-downhill/169003 "2020-08-22T19:27:49Z")
stalls going down the road everything electrical stops working all gauges power windows everything quits working truck set for an hour or 2 starts up everything working truck has 90000 miles on it --- ## [How to properly hardwire interior devices?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-hardwire-interior-devices/169028)
**Author:** [@fahad.jameel02\_170166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fahad.jameel02_170166)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-hardwire-interior-devices/169028 "2020-08-22T18:36:04Z")
I wanted to know what is the proper way to hardwire interior devices? More specifically I want to hard wire some interior LED lights and a dashcam. I’ve watched a few videos online but they never explained which way it s… --- ## [Shift cable issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-cable-issues/169031)
**Author:** [@joneszusn\_170168](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joneszusn_170168)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-cable-issues/169031 "2020-08-22T18:26:39Z")
Hello! I have a 2004 Chevy Avalanche and I just started doing repairs by myself instead of taking it to a shop to save money (I’ve only done an oil change) but I am mechanically inclined as I was an engineer in the Navy… --- ## [Intermittent radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-radio/169025)
**Author:** [@joshucobalt2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshucobalt2010)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-radio/169025 "2020-08-22T15:06:34Z")
Discussion Starter • #1 • a moment ago Hey ya all I am having stock radio problems. One day the radio wouldn’t turn off, so I had to pull the fuse. It’s not the RAP because windows stopped working when I open door. It’s… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=316) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=318)