# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=328 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 329 --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander - what's that shade on the rear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-whats-that-shade-on-the-rear/136376)
**Author:** [@ErnieParker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ErnieParker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-whats-that-shade-on-the-rear/136376 "2020-07-30T15:50:47Z")
what is the rear window overhanging ‘shade/shelf’ thing on suv’s called and what is it for? --- ## [Hot day + air conditioning = coolant leak at new overflow cap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-day-air-conditioning-coolant-leak-at-new-overflow-cap/65218)
**Author:** [@mfaerber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mfaerber)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-day-air-conditioning-coolant-leak-at-new-overflow-cap/65218 "2020-07-30T15:29:33Z")
98 Ford Taurus... Car overheats and coolant leaks from overflow cap in hot weather, when air conditioning is turned on. Overflow tank and cap is new. Coolant leaks if I've added it up to the fill line. Leaks occur soo… --- ## [Vibrating while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-while-driving/165440)
**Author:** [@Telomeresforever](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Telomeresforever)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-while-driving/165440 "2020-07-30T15:33:23Z")
My car vibrating. I had the front end repaired, brakes/rotors, calipers, tires and front axles and still vibrates and sometimes the brakes lock up, not completely, while driving and when I stop, the front wheels are hot. … --- ## [2008 Ford Edge - Now it jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-edge-now-it-jerks/168052)
**Author:** [@thomasmendez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomasmendez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-edge-now-it-jerks/168052 "2020-07-30T14:30:07Z")
transmission jerks at steep roads ,only at low speeds,it began after I replaced the engine computer. --- ## [2016 Toyota Corolla rpms dropping slightly not accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-corolla-rpms-dropping-slightly-not-accelerating/167010)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-corolla-rpms-dropping-slightly-not-accelerating/167010 "2020-07-30T14:13:12Z")
Hello, I have a 2016 Toyota Corolla L with 35,000 miles. When I pull out from a stop sometimes the car seems to go faster than normal. That is one thing I noticed. This has been the least occurring issue Also I have n… --- ## [2019 Subaru Outback V6 starter locking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-v6-starter-locking/167976)
**Author:** [@margaret.l.freeman\_143120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/margaret.l.freeman_143120)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-outback-v6-starter-locking/167976 "2020-07-30T13:56:25Z")
Perhaps I’m just not accustomed to using a button to start a car, but the push button ignition in the Subaru Outback seems to struggle. Many times it does not feel like a clean start, and two times this year, the button … --- ## [Help diagnosing sportwagen rear disk brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-diagnosing-sportwagen-rear-disk-brake-issue/166623)
**Author:** [@gmcinnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmcinnes)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 10:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-diagnosing-sportwagen-rear-disk-brake-issue/166623 "2020-07-30T10:48:41Z")
Guys, I need help determining an issue with a rear disk brake. Pulled the wheel because I was hearing whisssh , whissh sound there, twice per rotation. I suspected a brake pad dragging twice per rotation (rotor warped?)… --- ## [1996 2.2L 2wd Chevy S-10 - How to remove rear part of the two part driveshaft?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-2-2l-2wd-chevy-s-10-how-to-remove-rear-part-of-the-two-part-driveshaft/168039)
**Author:** [@Ivan-Ortiz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ivan-Ortiz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-2-2l-2wd-chevy-s-10-how-to-remove-rear-part-of-the-two-part-driveshaft/168039 "2020-07-30T03:24:00Z")
I’m currently trying to remove the rear driveshaft of my truck. However, the front part of the rear driveshaft will not come out and it doesn’t look like anything is holding it. Anyone know if there is something thats ke… --- ## [2014 Kia Soul - Thrown rod](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-soul-thrown-rod/168029)
**Author:** [@Ajillmatic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ajillmatic)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2020, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-soul-thrown-rod/168029 "2020-07-30T03:13:07Z")
Got a thrown piston rod took it to advanced autos a got a code of p0014 --- ## [2004 Cadillac Escalade - Sounds like a woodchipper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-cadillac-escalade-sounds-like-a-woodchipper/168024)
**Author:** [@CrankyCaddie2020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CrankyCaddie2020)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-cadillac-escalade-sounds-like-a-woodchipper/168024 "2020-07-29T21:17:33Z")
It sounds like metal going through a wood chipper when I start driving my car, or when I slow down to a red light, or when I am slowing down to drive in the neighborhood or parking garage. It is really loud. I can send … --- ## [2009 Hyundai Sonata - Smells like vinegar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-sonata-smells-like-vinegar/168027)
**Author:** [@whansen4651](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whansen4651)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-sonata-smells-like-vinegar/168027 "2020-07-29T21:06:35Z")
2009 Hyundai Sonata, V-6. On start up sometimes smell a vinegar odor. Dissipates fairly quickly. Any thoughts on cause? --- ## [2015 Lincoln Navigator - What can fix this tailgate issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-navigator-what-can-fix-this-tailgate-issue/167966)
**Author:** [@ACM22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ACM22)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-navigator-what-can-fix-this-tailgate-issue/167966 "2020-07-29T21:03:32Z")
back tail gate opens on it own --- ## [2009 Hyundai Accent dies without warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-accent-dies-without-warning/168013)
**Author:** [@Anita04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anita04)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-accent-dies-without-warning/168013 "2020-07-29T15:28:28Z")
Dies with no warning then will turn over but not start let it set a few hrs starts up again --- ## [Boredom Therapy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boredom-therapy/163687)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boredom-therapy/163687 "2020-07-29T14:33:38Z")
How fast was the little bastard going? Older mechanics know what this represents. Tester --- ## [2005 jeep liberty upper control arms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-upper-control-arms/168016)
**Author:** [@ali47scorpion\_152735](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ali47scorpion_152735)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 11:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-upper-control-arms/168016 "2020-07-29T11:28:53Z")
hello I would like to know if you guys know the difference between the two upper control arms that r pictured here?? Also any advice on weather I should go with one of these or if I should go with autozone brand or… --- ## [Botched Wire Job Draining My Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botched-wire-job-draining-my-battery/167969)
**Author:** [@aaroncarlson02\_169504](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaroncarlson02_169504)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/botched-wire-job-draining-my-battery/167969 "2020-07-29T12:56:25Z")
I bought this okay daily driver for 600 bucks about 9 months ago (was a mom’s minivan). When I got it, it had a bright red switch that was always on installed into my front panel. The light stays on even without the car … --- ## [2016 Buick Encore - bo-oh-gus AC diagnosis?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-bo-oh-gus-ac-diagnosis/167999)
**Author:** [@61Falcon1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/61Falcon1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-bo-oh-gus-ac-diagnosis/167999 "2020-07-29T11:25:42Z")
I was told on June 1 that my a/c compressor on my 2016 Buick with 45k miles was leaking and would need to be replaced. It is now eight weeks and a day later and the a/c is till blowing ice cold and the compressor is sti… --- ## [2010 Dodge Ram 1500 alarm goes off randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-ram-1500-alarm-goes-off-randomly/168007)
**Author:** [@Elliott01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elliott01)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-ram-1500-alarm-goes-off-randomly/168007 "2020-07-29T01:53:05Z")
I have a dodge 1500 longhorn, the truck alarm randomly keeps going off every 2-3 hours. How do I stop this from happening? --- ## [2012 Nissan Pathfinder - cleaning up the cat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-pathfinder-cleaning-up-the-cat/167975)
**Author:** [@Tracy38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tracy38)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-pathfinder-cleaning-up-the-cat/167975 "2020-07-29T01:45:38Z")
Accidentally grabbed a 5 gallon can of diesel fuel because I didn’t think I had enough gas to make it to the station. The vehicle ran but would bog down, backfire, smoke like crazy. Drove to shop and they figured it out … --- ## [2009 Toyota Camry will crank/start if off for 30 min](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-will-crank-start-if-off-for-30-min/168009)
**Author:** [@kevincross](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevincross)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-will-crank-start-if-off-for-30-min/168009 "2020-07-29T01:20:42Z")
will not crank or start when hot (Arizona) will start if off for 30 min --- ## [Starting issue impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-issue-impala/167980)
**Author:** [@Robert-427](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-427)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-issue-impala/167980 "2020-07-29T00:40:28Z")
Hi I’m having issue with my car not starting. It happens only now and then, about once a week or less. If I wait 20-30 minutes it usually starts. When it doesn’t start, there’s no clicking, no turn over, the starter isn… --- ## [Car overheating Chevy Cruze 2012](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-chevy-cruze-2012/167996)
**Author:** [@Td401\_169304](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Td401_169304)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2020, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-chevy-cruze-2012/167996 "2020-07-29T00:23:00Z")
I have a 2012 Chevy Cruze 1.4 cylinder. While driving it started to overheat and I got an alarm on dash saying to turn a/c off due to overheat. The temp gauge shot up and pulled over to let the car cool down. I hooked up… --- ## [Where would I go to get an estimate on adding an aftermarket tow package?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-would-i-go-to-get-an-estimate-on-adding-an-aftermarket-tow-package/167749)
**Author:** [@Cbsdkids](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cbsdkids)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-would-i-go-to-get-an-estimate-on-adding-an-aftermarket-tow-package/167749 "2020-07-28T23:29:54Z")
I have a 2015 Explorer rated to tow 2000 lbs, if I had purchased same vehicle with factory package I could tow 5000. Can it be upgraded to tow more then 2000. --- ## [Check Gas Cap light causing Check Engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-gas-cap-light-causing-check-engine-light/167912)
**Author:** [@arlonz\_k\_159137](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arlonz_k_159137)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-gas-cap-light-causing-check-engine-light/167912 "2020-07-28T21:40:41Z")
I have a ‘check engine’ light on because of an oxygen sensor(check gas cap message is displayed and had it hooked up to find out which codes came up) and have an inspection coming up. I actually had the gas cap replaced… --- ## [2011 ram 1500 4x4 tire issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-1500-4x4-tire-issues/167972)
**Author:** [@Jeff-371](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff-371)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-1500-4x4-tire-issues/167972 "2020-07-28T19:49:19Z")
i purchased four new rims and tires for my truck which are smaller than the current ones so to clear i had to put 2in spacers on all 4 but after getting the spacers and new tires on my truck wont move at all and if it do… --- ## [2012 Lincoln MKZ - are the ball joints too old?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mkz-are-the-ball-joints-too-old/167911)
**Author:** [@Carole51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carole51)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mkz-are-the-ball-joints-too-old/167911 "2020-07-28T18:51:57Z")
I have a 2012 Lincoln MKZ with 52,000 miles. When I drive down our very smooth street, the front end sounds like an oil drum full of croquet balls. The Lincoln dealer says I need new ball joints… $$$! I read that they sh… --- ## [Could flushing cooling system break thermostat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-flushing-cooling-system-break-thermostat/167986)
**Author:** [@Mrnicefordguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrnicefordguy)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-flushing-cooling-system-break-thermostat/167986 "2020-07-28T16:32:09Z")
Title. When I flushed my radiator, I did a full flush (not just a drain and fill) and ran a bottle of radiator flush with gallons of distilled water through the cooling system. When I drained the water to refill with coo… --- ## [2016 Buick LeSabre grinding noise after month in the garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-lesabre-grinding-noise-after-month-in-the-garage/167940)
**Author:** [@cuzzzzz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cuzzzzz)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-lesabre-grinding-noise-after-month-in-the-garage/167940 "2020-07-28T15:01:34Z")
My car sat for over a month in the garage. When I started it and drove there was a sort of grinding noise that continued for a short time but got better. Was this due to the oil settling too much and not covering the m… --- ## [Spark plugs for Chrysler 300C (HemI)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-for-chrysler-300c-hemi/2985)
**Author:** [@Hairball2007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hairball2007)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-for-chrysler-300c-hemi/2985 "2020-07-28T14:06:41Z")
No one I have talked to, including the dealer, has been able to answer my question so I hope someone can help. I have a 2005 Chrysler 300C (5.7L Hemi), now with 37,000 miles. At around 29K miles I asked the de… --- ## [2009 Audi Q5 - factory settings to restore AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-q5-factory-settings-to-restore-ac/167954)
**Author:** [@bob.kandeh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bob.kandeh)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-q5-factory-settings-to-restore-ac/167954 "2020-07-28T13:57:42Z")
I need to reset to factory settings as the A/C and blower not working. suspect that manual replacement of battery a year ago might have messed up the factory settings [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=327) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=329)