# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=325 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 326 --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-wont-start/168229)
**Author:** [@DianeCampbell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DianeCampbell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-wont-start/168229 "2020-08-06T02:29:18Z")
The Starter will not start the car. The doors will not lock. The lights work. I don’t think the battery is the problem. What is the problem? --- ## [Overheating and coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-coolant-leak/168310)
**Author:** [@Brittany-1988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brittany-1988)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-coolant-leak/168310 "2020-08-06T02:15:37Z")
I have a 1999 Acura TL 3.2L and it’s been overheating and losing coolant from somewhere. The thermostat, radiator cap and radiator hoses have been replaced. I’ve also purchased the temperature control switch which hasn’t… --- ## [2012 Toyota Camry - Transmisson jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-transmisson-jerks/168319)
**Author:** [@jlwilson126](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jlwilson126)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-transmisson-jerks/168319 "2020-08-06T01:47:20Z")
I have a 2012 Toyota Camry automatic transmission with 120k miles. Sometimes the transmission will “jerk” upon acceleration, especially in the morning or if the car hasn’t been driven in a few hours. Other times it feels… --- ## [Bad O2 Sensor or Cat Problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-o2-sensor-or-cat-problem/167895)
**Author:** [@ryan77627](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryan77627)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-o2-sensor-or-cat-problem/167895 "2020-08-06T01:42:57Z")
Hi all! I have a 2004 Hyundai Elantra that is having problems getting the Cat test to go complete. It is stuck as incomplete and has a pending P0420 code. The code has been pending for the past two weeks, maybe longer as… --- ## [2004 Buick LeSabre - Objects to right turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-lesabre-objects-to-right-turns/168327)
**Author:** [@Karl-Tucson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karl-Tucson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-lesabre-objects-to-right-turns/168327 "2020-08-06T01:17:11Z")
Car stops running while braking and turning right…NOT often but scary…plenty of gas in tank, HAD fuel pump replaced at 91,000 miles --- ## [Should a break booster make noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-break-booster-make-noise/168330)
**Author:** [@Haley-10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Haley-10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-break-booster-make-noise/168330 "2020-08-06T00:46:26Z")
Got the rotors and brake pads replaced on a 2016 jeep renegade. Immediately, the car started making a new sound. When you brake to come to a full stop there is a rotary grinding/scraping sound that seems to come from the… --- ## [2003 Ford Taurus - Water in the trans pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-taurus-water-in-the-trans-pan/168275)
**Author:** [@kingLeo1203](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kingLeo1203)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-taurus-water-in-the-trans-pan/168275 "2020-08-06T00:41:59Z")
Found water is transmission pan and I do not know where to begin to fix this problem. No check engine lights are on. Has 172,457 miles on it. --- ## [2019 Hyundai Sonata is black inside the tailpipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-sonata-is-black-inside-the-tailpipe/168295)
**Author:** [@Rubymartin1951](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rubymartin1951)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-sonata-is-black-inside-the-tailpipe/168295 "2020-08-06T00:36:22Z")
Inside tailpipe black --- ## [1997 Chevrolet Express 2500 - 2nd fuel pump in a month](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-express-2500-2nd-fuel-pump-in-a-month/168292)
**Author:** [@DarrenKasson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarrenKasson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-express-2500-2nd-fuel-pump-in-a-month/168292 "2020-08-06T00:35:06Z")
Replaced fuel pump worked for awhile. Then 3weeks later have to wack tank to get it to work. 2nd fuel pump in a month. --- ## [2002 Pontiac Firebird - Service required, but what?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-pontiac-firebird-service-required-but-what/168244)
**Author:** [@bolero2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bolero2008)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-pontiac-firebird-service-required-but-what/168244 "2020-08-05T22:08:40Z")
A light shows up saying : " SERVICE VEHICLE " We change the oil, ALL fluids are OK. - any idea? Thanks in advance !! Ben. --- ## [2008 Toyota RAV4 - All these lights, but no real issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-rav4-all-these-lights-but-no-real-issue/168266)
**Author:** [@MecMarv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MecMarv)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-rav4-all-these-lights-but-no-real-issue/168266 "2020-08-05T22:06:22Z")
I’ve had my 2008 Toyota RAV4 for about 3.5 years now and it’s at just under 125,000 miles (few hundred miles away). I’ve recently had an issue where my check engine light, traction control light, VSC light, and ABS light… --- ## [Flush coolent at reservoir? Opel Corsa b 1998](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flush-coolent-at-reservoir-opel-corsa-b-1998/168309)
**Author:** [@Dennis-131](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis-131)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flush-coolent-at-reservoir-opel-corsa-b-1998/168309 "2020-08-05T21:41:13Z")
I could not select Opel Corsa in this forum so i selected volkswagen golf, sorry for the confusion. My opel corsa has no drain plug and both hoses on radiator are on top of the radiator and hard to reach. Can i just di… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trim heats up when AC runs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-trim-heats-up-when-ac-runs/167548)
**Author:** [@geering577](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geering577)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-trim-heats-up-when-ac-runs/167548 "2020-08-05T18:22:44Z")
2002 Silverado 1500 LS trim heats up when the A/C is turn on. Outside temperature is around 85 to 90 degrees plus when this happens. Turn A/C off and it goes back to normal. Runs normal other wise. Any ideas or suggestio… --- ## [2013 Cadillac XTS direct injection cleaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-xts-direct-injection-cleaning/125513)
**Author:** [@JimRoper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimRoper)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-xts-direct-injection-cleaning/125513 "2020-08-05T18:20:03Z")
Is every vehicle with direct injection going to the junk pile if you don’t do the direct injection cleaning that the dealership try’s to scare you into? Is there not someway to prevent this impending disaster? --- ## [2006 Toyota Tacoma - Vibration on Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-vibration-on-acceleration/131136)
**Author:** [@sdamer59\_146030](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sdamer59_146030)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-vibration-on-acceleration/131136 "2020-08-05T16:39:03Z")
Looking for some thoughts on what my issue may be. Have a 2006 Toyota Tacoma (automatic, rear wheel drive) that just started vibrating, both steering wheel and cab on acceleration. Have not been able to determine cause… --- ## [Cooling issues Ford 302](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-issues-ford-302/168224)
**Author:** [@RichPinkall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichPinkall)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-issues-ford-302/168224 "2020-08-05T15:57:58Z")
Hi Everyone, cooling question for you all. I have a 1972 Ford Galaxie with a 302 in it. It sat in storage for a few years, I pulled it out and it’s had quite a bit of work done on various parts. Cooling wise, I had the c… --- ## [Where can you go to find common issues with your car model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-you-go-to-find-common-issues-with-your-car-model/168269)
**Author:** [@MikeRush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeRush)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-you-go-to-find-common-issues-with-your-car-model/168269 "2020-08-05T12:40:32Z")
Hello, I was compelled after seeing a co-worker with a similar issue. We both have the same year and model of car. My car has more miles on it and seemed to have this issue first … surely after enough time my coworker… --- ## [Does anyone know what this is called and where I can buy one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-this-is-called-and-where-i-can-buy-one/168248)
**Author:** [@chuckn418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chuckn418)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-this-is-called-and-where-i-can-buy-one/168248 "2020-08-05T12:24:37Z")
--- ## [2009 Subaru Forester - HVAC question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-hvac-question/168242)
**Author:** [@HelenLalime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HelenLalime)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-hvac-question/168242 "2020-08-05T05:06:13Z")
I bought a Subaru Forester it’s a2009 making payments. Well the AC unit blows cold air out the passenger side but heat out drivers side the dealership said it not their problem. What can I do? I’m lost. --- ## [Replace calipers: yes or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-calipers-yes-or-no/168227)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-calipers-yes-or-no/168227 "2020-08-05T04:54:52Z")
It’s definitely time to replace front brake rotors in my 1999 Sienna. I’ll replace pads too, and completely flush out the old fluid, no telling how old that is. While I’m in there, I would likely replace the flex lines… --- ## [1979 MGB oil change interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-mgb-oil-change-interval/165158)
**Author:** [@ReedJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ReedJohnson)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-mgb-oil-change-interval/165158 "2020-08-05T04:53:11Z")
I have a 1979 MGB. 95,000 or so. No issues and I am an old diesel engineer mechanic from a previous career with Caterpillar. We all know we can change or should change the oil on newer cars when the change oil light come… --- ## [2017 Jaguar XE won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jaguar-xe-won-t-start/168286)
**Author:** [@swain21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swain21)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jaguar-xe-won-t-start/168286 "2020-08-05T03:31:19Z")
my car is not starting --- ## [2015 Nissan Sentra - Loose steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-sentra-loose-steering/168277)
**Author:** [@KarenS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarenS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2020, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-sentra-loose-steering/168277 "2020-08-05T02:36:55Z")
I just bought a '15 Sentra SV and the steering feels loose. The dealer said it because my tires are narrow, but they are the Manufacture recommended tires. What tire size can I use to get more tire on the road so I dont … --- ## [New guides AND new regulator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-guides-and-new-regulator/168218)
**Author:** [@Eddie-70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eddie-70)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-guides-and-new-regulator/168218 "2020-08-04T22:07:12Z")
Just been to VW service due to drivers door window make a squeaking sound when I open/close it. Sounds like the window glass rubbing off the rubber guide. The diagnostic recommended replacing the regulator and the windo… --- ## [2007 Pontiac Vibe - Clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-vibe-clicks/168264)
**Author:** [@JPSAUVE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JPSAUVE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-vibe-clicks/168264 "2020-08-04T21:40:14Z")
When doors are unlocked, electrical switch noise in the tailgate door similar to noise when activating the unlock button…click, click, click never stops until we lock the door. --- ## [2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Does not like reverse when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-does-not-like-reverse-when-cold/168258)
**Author:** [@KAL35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KAL35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-does-not-like-reverse-when-cold/168258 "2020-08-04T21:39:44Z")
When temperature falls below 40, car will not shift into reverse. It instantly goes into Park and the engine light comes on. Once the engine warms up, I am then able to shift it into reverse, but the engine light stays… --- ## [2012 Buick Enclave - Detailed HVAC question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-enclave-detailed-hvac-question/168208)
**Author:** [@JayJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-enclave-detailed-hvac-question/168208 "2020-08-04T21:28:24Z")
Recently,on my 2012 Buick Enclave, the left side was blowing cold air, the right side blowing warm air. I changed out the right side air actuator, not the easiest thing I’ve ever done, and after starting the vehicle,I’m … --- ## [2016 Cadillac SRX - Same problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-same-problem/168251)
**Author:** [@Sandra32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra32)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-same-problem/168251 "2020-08-04T21:25:35Z")
I have a 2016 Cadillac SRX. I purchased new. Same exact problem. Taken in at least 3 - 4 times to dealer and they tell me the same thing after they check it each time. It never changes. Problem continues. I’m very frus… --- ## [2000 Chevy Silverado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-silverado/168254)
**Author:** [@Tommy-112](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tommy-112)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-silverado/168254 "2020-08-04T20:53:52Z")
I have 2000 Chevy Silverado…the rear driveline fell out on me due to a ujoint failing.i was stranded so I took rear driveline out and ran it in 4 hi for a couple weeks.Well I heard a grinding weird noise from the front o… --- ## [Air coming into car smells like urine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-coming-into-car-smells-like-urine/16201)
**Author:** [@dlucas5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dlucas5)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-coming-into-car-smells-like-urine/16201 "2020-08-04T20:51:31Z")
I have a 2005 Honda Pilot and just recently it has started smelling like urine coming in from the outside, as soon as I turn on the air conditioning the smells stops. If I turn on the circulate air, the smell stops. This… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=324) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=326)