# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=333 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 334 --- ## [Code P0346 camshaft sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0346-camshaft-sensor/167682)
**Author:** [@Barrera4444\_169317](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barrera4444_169317)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0346-camshaft-sensor/167682 "2020-07-22T02:05:40Z")
I got a check engine light that turns off and on that says camshaft position sensor A circuit range/performance bank 2. I have to drive 6hrs tomorrow and wondering if it’s something I can put off it off until after my … --- ## [2009 Ford F-150 - Stability control oversensitive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-f-150-stability-control-oversensitive/167678)
**Author:** [@BitingTeeth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BitingTeeth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-f-150-stability-control-oversensitive/167678 "2020-07-22T01:47:58Z")
I have a 2009 Ford F-150 and sometimes the stability control light comes on and reacts how it should when I’m in a skid, but in my case, this can happen even when turning into a parking lot that has only a slight elevati… --- ## [2016 Lexus ES 300h gas mileage drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lexus-es-300h-gas-mileage-drop/167327)
**Author:** [@bossmanny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bossmanny)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lexus-es-300h-gas-mileage-drop/167327 "2020-07-22T00:59:32Z")
My gas mileage on 2016 ES300H went from 40MPG to 35 MPG. Anyone else experience tis problem. Took it in for service, they said everything checked out, nothing wrong!! --- ## [1971 Karmann Ghia bulb question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-karmann-ghia-bulb-question/167662)
**Author:** [@GeoStomp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeoStomp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-karmann-ghia-bulb-question/167662 "2020-07-22T00:35:55Z")
I have 71 Karmann Ghia coupe. I cannot get the back-up bulbs to make contact with the sockets. There is Hot and Ground IN the socket, and the bulbs work when tested. They just don’t make good contact. I’ve bent in the Ho… --- ## [2003 Toyota ECHO - rumbly wo-wo-wo sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-echo-rumbly-wo-wo-wo-sound/167615)
**Author:** [@Hunter52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hunter52)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-echo-rumbly-wo-wo-wo-sound/167615 "2020-07-22T00:23:07Z")
I bought this 2003 Echo almost two years ago and I really like it. It has low mileage–under 100,000 miles. But it has been making a noise which has been gradually getting worse, kind of a rumbly wo-wo-wo sound when I go … --- ## [2014 GMC Sierra 1500 - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-sierra-1500-paint-issues/167570)
**Author:** [@Rick45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rick45)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-sierra-1500-paint-issues/167570 "2020-07-21T23:32:12Z")
Dark blue paint has started “bubbling” and flaking off above the windshield in a patch about 4"x 6" . The “beige gray” primer appears to be tight. --- ## [2019 Nissan Rogue - Pressure confusion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-rogue-pressure-confusion/167654)
**Author:** [@TiffanyCox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TiffanyCox)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-rogue-pressure-confusion/167654 "2020-07-21T23:30:55Z")
The 2 numbers says 33…but the number on the screen for each tire is 36, 36, 36, 35. Sometimes when driving, it goes up to 38 (the numbers by each tire) but the numbers in the middle still says 33. It also gives the notif… --- ## [Opinions on "Engine Restore"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-engine-restore/47678)
**Author:** [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-engine-restore/47678 "2020-07-21T23:09:37Z")
My Honda Civic has lost compression in cylinder number 2 down to about 50 psi. Has anyone had any luck using "Engine Restore"? Here is a link to the product. www.restoreusa.com With a dying engine I figure it is wort… --- ## [2008 Ford E150 - Misses once in a while](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-e150-misses-once-in-a-while/167652)
**Author:** [@2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2008)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-e150-misses-once-in-a-while/167652 "2020-07-21T22:48:56Z")
coil have miss now and than --- ## [2012 Toyota RAV4 - Trans issue in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-rav4-trans-issue-in-reverse/167650)
**Author:** [@mark18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark18)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-rav4-trans-issue-in-reverse/167650 "2020-07-21T22:43:01Z")
problem with backing up hill trans slippes --- ## [2008 Kia Sorento - Fluid options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sorento-fluid-options/167628)
**Author:** [@wbdavevers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wbdavevers)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sorento-fluid-options/167628 "2020-07-21T22:29:50Z")
Transmission fluid, any other choices than Kia fluid? (Kia Gen. Red-1) --- ## [2009 Suzuki SX4 - Eats gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-suzuki-sx4-eats-gas/167573)
**Author:** [@freddie315](https://community.cartalk.com/u/freddie315)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-suzuki-sx4-eats-gas/167573 "2020-07-21T21:10:46Z")
eats gas, even in 2 wheel drive. seems to always have front-end problems. replacing brakes and rotors all the time. --- ## [Honda Civic EX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex/167640)
**Author:** [@Robin-60](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robin-60)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex/167640 "2020-07-21T21:08:56Z")
QUESTION again - I’m looking at this car for my son as his first car. I had posted previously about another Honda to ask about repairs and any guidance. Same goes here :slight\_smile: we are looking for safe, reliable, … --- ## [Water Spill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-spill/167645)
**Author:** [@aaguilar2018\_169295](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaguilar2018_169295)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-spill/167645 "2020-07-21T20:57:35Z")
I spilled about 2 gallons of water on the back driver side of my floor. I vacuumed up the water as much as I could and I also used towels. There is still some water underneath the carpet that I cant get to. I’m afraid it… --- ## [2016 Kia Sorento - Oil change frequency](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-oil-change-frequency/167601)
**Author:** [@RoyTillman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoyTillman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-oil-change-frequency/167601 "2020-07-21T20:50:03Z")
Bought new, has 19,00mi. Have been changing oil(Kia Premium)& filter every 6 mos.Last 2 yrs 6 mo avg has been about 800 mi.Will remain that for here on out, I’m 89. Live in Phoenix AZ, temp gets 112+ in summer. Have read… --- ## [2000 Toyota Corolla - Trans fluid leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-trans-fluid-leak/167598)
**Author:** [@SharindaBohall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SharindaBohall)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-trans-fluid-leak/167598 "2020-07-21T20:10:19Z")
leaking transmission fluid --- ## [White noise when speakers are turned up all the way without playing audio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-noise-when-speakers-are-turned-up-all-the-way-without-playing-audio/167612)
**Author:** [@Seth19man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth19man)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-noise-when-speakers-are-turned-up-all-the-way-without-playing-audio/167612 "2020-07-21T19:11:53Z")
When my music isn’t playing and I turn up my volume, I hear a white noise that’s like a buzzing sound. My car still has its original stereo and speakers from 2002 so I’m wondering if the speakers or the stereo are the cu… --- ## [2011 Ford Mustang - Fuel question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-fuel-question/167588)
**Author:** [@DanKrueger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanKrueger)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-fuel-question/167588 "2020-07-21T19:04:37Z")
Ary, I have had both motorcycles and high performance cars for many years that require Premium fuel. I am wondering how much previous fuel is in the line of the standard pumps before the premium I ordered actually begin… --- ## [Horrible Gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-gas-mileage/167594)
**Author:** [@DevMartin17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DevMartin17)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-gas-mileage/167594 "2020-07-21T18:32:51Z")
I own a 2011 Mini cooper countryman s all4 and here recently it has been shredding alternator belts, I figured out the issue was a pulkey I replaced the pulley and everything is good with that, but now my mini gets awful… --- ## [1990 Crown Victoria - Whine Noise Coming From Back of Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-crown-victoria-whine-noise-coming-from-back-of-car/167637)
**Author:** [@JBORKOWSKI333\_169289](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JBORKOWSKI333_169289)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-crown-victoria-whine-noise-coming-from-back-of-car/167637 "2020-07-21T18:13:59Z")
I am getting this constant whining noise coming from the back of my 1990 Crown Vic. It’s loudest by the back wheels. Definitely not coming form the engine. It happens constantly, even while I am idling. I have a video … --- ## [Kill switch wires, which one(s) to cut?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kill-switch-wires-which-one-s-to-cut/167534)
**Author:** [@rb12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rb12)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kill-switch-wires-which-one-s-to-cut/167534 "2020-07-21T16:12:20Z")
1996 Integra LS I’m trying to install a kill switch via fuel pump wires by splicing the wire and adding a switch in between. I used a multimeter to identify the correct wire to cut, but there are 2 wires instead of just… --- ## [Stick A Fork In Chrysler!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-a-fork-in-chrysler/167448)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stick-a-fork-in-chrysler/167448 "2020-07-21T14:34:12Z")
Tester --- ## [Ford p1518 and p1151?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-p1518-and-p1151/167626)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-p1518-and-p1151/167626 "2020-07-21T14:10:17Z")
Hey everyone, a check engine light on my 2001 mustang came on (P1518) which is a trouble code for the intake manifold runner control. I watched several youtube videos about this and they recommend replacing the bushings … --- ## [2016 Hyundai Tucson - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-oil-consumption/140986)
**Author:** [@DeannaMahoney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeannaMahoney)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-oil-consumption/140986 "2020-01-28T19:27:21Z")
Excessive oil consumption. No oil on the driveway, no leaks, no smoke from the exhaust. Took my vehicle to Hyundai dealer. They recommend oil consumption test. I added 2 quarts after 900 mile trip (Mobil 1 5w20). I… --- ## [Random alarms pop up and disappear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-alarms-pop-up-and-disappear/167459)
**Author:** [@Michael-393](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael-393)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 8:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/random-alarms-pop-up-and-disappear/167459 "2020-07-21T08:08:59Z")
I have a C180 Mercedes benze 2013 model , for the past 4 months i experience random alarms on the dashboard ( hand break engaged, esp not activated and ABS off ) this alarms only pop up in the morning as soon as i start … --- ## [Brakes dont work good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-dont-work-good/166036)
**Author:** [@puppykicker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/puppykicker)\ **Replies:** 158\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-dont-work-good/166036 "2020-07-21T06:08:58Z")
I have a 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. It has been my everyday driver since 1995. The brakes have gone out (pedal to floor with no braking action) three times in the years that I have owned it. All times before now, the is… --- ## [Crankshaft pulley balancer won't come off!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crankshaft-pulley-balancer-wont-come-off/167611)
**Author:** [@Ivan-Ortiz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ivan-Ortiz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crankshaft-pulley-balancer-wont-come-off/167611 "2020-07-21T02:16:19Z")
We’re trying to replace the seal on the crankshaft pulley but the balancer won’t come off. We tried a harmonic bolt puller and used PB blaster to kill any rust. Anyone have a similar problem? --- ## [Does a re-build of a starter do more than replace the brushes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-re-build-of-a-starter-do-more-than-replace-the-brushes/167357)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-re-build-of-a-starter-do-more-than-replace-the-brushes/167357 "2020-07-21T00:57:30Z")
I don’t see anything else electrical that can be replaced, without replacing the whole thing. --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Malibu - Rusty axles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-malibu-rusty-axles/167530)
**Author:** [@SamuelContreras](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamuelContreras)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2020, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-malibu-rusty-axles/167530 "2020-07-21T00:41:28Z")
What is adjuster? also, i took my car to get an alignment and i was told the rear wheel could not be aligned due to axle being rusted. does a rusted axle inhibit a wheel from being aligned? if so, how do i repair it? --- ## [Truck clicks once and won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-clicks-once-and-won-t-start/167596)
**Author:** [@Alva-R-Hux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alva-R-Hux)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2020, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-clicks-once-and-won-t-start/167596 "2020-07-20T23:25:53Z")
I have a 94 4.9L straight 6 f150 with 151,879k miles and every time I turn the ignition I just hear one click nothing else. I’ve changed the battery, solenoid, and starter still nothing. My wires have no problems that I … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=332) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=334)