# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=34 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 35 --- ## [2017 Hyundai Sonata Limited immobilizer / FOB issues / No Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-limited-immobilizer-fob-issues-no-start/197713)
**Author:** [@jnlwriter1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jnlwriter1)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2024, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-limited-immobilizer-fob-issues-no-start/197713 "2024-10-26T00:01:16Z")
Greetings, My car will not start. No, it is not the battery, starter, or alternator. It appears to be the immobilizer. My general mechanic has spent a lot of time on it, to no avail, but he says the car recognizes the F… --- ## [Inconsistent Braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inconsistent-braking/197694)
**Author:** [@anthony.ferrel222\_186486](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anthony.ferrel222_186486)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inconsistent-braking/197694 "2024-10-25T18:22:05Z")
Back here again . . . The day Helene came thru and destroyed Western NC, I actually got my brake fluid replaced. Didn’t know how long it been since it was changed out so I had it changed. Felt the difference right away … --- ## [Coolant sniff test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-sniff-test/197775)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2024, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-sniff-test/197775 "2024-10-25T17:37:29Z")
Got an 09 equinox with 3.4 to fix head gaskets. Seller said shop did coolant test and it failed for hydrocarbons. It is using coolant but has no overheating issues. Yet. Been driving it for several weeks. Runs fine. It h… --- ## [Transmission fluid flush vs drain and replace fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-flush-vs-drain-and-replace-fluid/70216)
**Author:** [@cdawg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdawg)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-flush-vs-drain-and-replace-fluid/70216 "2024-10-24T18:39:45Z")
I have been negligent regarding the timeliness of replacing my transmission fluid on my 2007 Honda CRV. Have 70K miles without changing and was told by dealership that it should be drained and refilled because it was no… --- ## [Newer Chevy or Older Toyota?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-chevy-or-older-toyota/197750)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-chevy-or-older-toyota/197750 "2024-10-24T14:16:48Z")
Going to get a cheap car for winter. Have narrowed down 2 options. 1.) 2012 Chevy Impala LS. Clean title 135k miles. Original Engine and Transmission. Has the 3.6L V6 and 6L80 Transmission. Passed Virginia Inspection a … --- ## [Getting missfires during cold start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-missfires-during-cold-start/197431)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-missfires-during-cold-start/197431 "2024-10-24T07:07:02Z")
Honda civic lx 2009 (R18 1.8L) turbo’s and 350cc injectors with hondata tune. During cold starts while idling I’ll get a couple sputtering sounds. The air fuel gauge goes from 15.4 to 17.3 where it becomes rich If I dr… --- ## [Daytime running lights flicker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daytime-running-lights-flicker/197752)
**Author:** [@gbrunkard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gbrunkard)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daytime-running-lights-flicker/197752 "2024-10-24T03:10:37Z")
Has anyone ever come across a 2002 ford escape v6 4x4 were the daytime running lights flicker. ? --- ## [I miss my old alignment guy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-miss-my-old-alignment-guy/197704)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2024, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-miss-my-old-alignment-guy/197704 "2024-10-24T00:27:30Z")
He would do everything to center of specs, not just within specs. --- ## [2011 Ford Explorer Car Alarm (horn) Randomly/Consistly Goes Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-explorer-car-alarm-horn-randomly-consistly-goes-off/197711)
**Author:** [@james\_191677](https://community.cartalk.com/u/james_191677)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-explorer-car-alarm-horn-randomly-consistly-goes-off/197711 "2024-10-23T23:01:41Z")
Just recently, almost every morning around 11 am - 1 pm my Ford Explorer factory alarm/horn goes off. No one is around, no wind or any other outside influences. Anyone have the same issue with Explorer? --- ## [Chevy Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-repair/197753)
**Author:** [@Gates.leah04\_191695](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gates.leah04_191695)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2024, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-repair/197753 "2024-10-23T20:54:17Z")
Issue has been solved. Thanks! --- ## [2011 Infiniti G37 Sedan - Loose trunk latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-infiniti-g37-sedan-loose-trunk-latch/197718)
**Author:** [@Gordy7777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gordy7777)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2024, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-infiniti-g37-sedan-loose-trunk-latch/197718 "2024-10-22T20:34:41Z")
Truck latch is loose --- ## [4th spark plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-spark-plug/197697)
**Author:** [@Mariah234765](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mariah234765)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2024, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-spark-plug/197697 "2024-10-22T18:40:22Z")
I installed a new spark plugs for my chevrolet cruze 2012 i followed this method first tighten them by hand until stops then a wrench also untill stops and lastly final tighten from 3 to 6 oclock . On 4th spark plug i fo… --- ## [2017 Dodge Grand Caravan - clunky transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-dodge-grand-caravan-clunky-transmission/167184)
**Author:** [@Customer21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Customer21)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2024, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-dodge-grand-caravan-clunky-transmission/167184 "2024-10-22T17:34:49Z")
Consistent clunking and thud sound from the transmission from drive to reverse shift.what is that problem --- ## [2014 Buick Verano - Battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-battery-issue/178772)
**Author:** [@SharonSharp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SharonSharp)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2024, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-battery-issue/178772 "2024-10-22T03:03:40Z")
2014 Buick Verano I’ve had 4 batteries put in. They tell me I don’t drive it enough low mileage. This is an excuse should be recalled it’s electrical battery being drained. Only on Verano with all the bells and whistles.… --- ## [Engine Keeps Dying at Idle, while Reversing or Accelerating From Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-dying-at-idle-while-reversing-or-accelerating-from-drive/197658)
**Author:** [@Gxnxn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gxnxn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-dying-at-idle-while-reversing-or-accelerating-from-drive/197658 "2024-10-21T23:45:12Z")
2011 Buick Regal CXL 2.4 L non turbo. I recently had the Battery, Camshaft Position Sensors, Intake and Exhaust Solenoids, Alternator Belt, Tensioner, and Pulley, and also the Mass Airflow Sensor Replaced because the Che… --- ## [2015 Buick Verano CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-verano-cel/197665)
**Author:** [@carproblem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carproblem)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-verano-cel/197665 "2024-10-21T13:38:25Z")
check engine light comes on. and it says engine reduce power. take the battery cable off and put back on it run like new --- ## [Intermittent vibrations on interstate going over 65mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-vibrations-on-interstate-going-over-65mph/197685)
**Author:** [@ashleykurtz1988\_191652](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ashleykurtz1988_191652)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-vibrations-on-interstate-going-over-65mph/197685 "2024-10-20T23:09:15Z")
I have an 05 hyundai sonata V6 automatic. Intermittent vibration on interstate once get over 65mph. Been happening for sometime now. Slowly getting worse. Felt passenger side front initially. Took sometime feel in the st… --- ## [2005 GMC Savana Commercial Cutaway - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-savana-commercial-cutaway-transmission-issues/197690)
**Author:** [@Yogi25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yogi25)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-savana-commercial-cutaway-transmission-issues/197690 "2024-10-20T22:52:24Z")
Transmission shifts into reverse but no movement on any other forward gear.new filter ,new fluid,4l80e 2wd.thks --- ## [2004 Mazda Mazda3 - Oil in the plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-mazda3-oil-in-the-plugs/197688)
**Author:** [@gluna35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gluna35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-mazda3-oil-in-the-plugs/197688 "2024-10-20T22:26:52Z")
mazda 3, 2004 there’s leaking oil in the spark plugs, might be the valve cover gasket. Car is shaky on idle, and during acceleration. recovers when running at constant velocity --- ## [HELP... I need to purchase an automobile](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-need-to-purchase-an-automobile/120244)
**Author:** [@GrandMarquis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GrandMarquis)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-need-to-purchase-an-automobile/120244 "2024-10-20T15:04:26Z")
I’ve owned a few motor cars throughout my years. Always knew what I wanted. Now, I am at a loss. 1st car - '72 Tbird, 2nd car - '78 TBird TownLandau (wanted the '79 LincolnMarkV), 3rd car - '85 Cutlass Brougham (wante… --- ## [Key won't go into ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-go-into-ignition/71062)
**Author:** [@adamadamadam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adamadamadam)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-wont-go-into-ignition/71062 "2024-10-20T12:31:29Z")
My 1994 Toyota Corolla wagon has a problem. I drove to work, all seemed fine. I jumped in it in the afternoon, and my key won't go in the ignition - it gets half way in, and that's it. It feels like the key is bumping… --- ## [2015 Subaru Legacy - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-legacy-transmission-issues/197668)
**Author:** [@BernardTrenet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BernardTrenet)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-legacy-transmission-issues/197668 "2024-10-20T02:11:05Z")
Transmission bumping, slipping, pausing before getting in gear. Personal vehicle with +/- 30,000 miles on it Registered, owned and used to my brother Sylvain Trenet in Shrewsbury, NJ --- ## [Can't accelerate after starting car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-accelerate-after-starting-car/197468)
**Author:** [@919Blazer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/919Blazer)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2024, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-accelerate-after-starting-car/197468 "2024-10-20T01:53:23Z")
I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand Am SE. The last few days I have been having a weird problem with my car’s acceleration. It only happens the first time I start the car and drive it. So I put my key in and start the car and e… --- ## [Brake pedal squeak/sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-squeak-sound/197514)
**Author:** [@alen323676543](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alen323676543)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2024, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-pedal-squeak-sound/197514 "2024-10-18T19:55:09Z")
I have brand new car, 1 month old with 2500km. Since yesterday, everytime i press brake pedal, i hear this sound: What could this be? Should i take car to maintenance? --- ## [2008 Honda Element - Needs rust rehab](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-element-needs-rust-rehab/197601)
**Author:** [@Element\_help](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Element_help)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-element-needs-rust-rehab/197601 "2024-10-17T18:17:04Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Element that needs full electrical repairs and some underbody work due to rust. Anyone knows of shops near Central Mass or RI that does this kind of work? The car hasn’t been driven since 2018. --- ## [Knock sound when cold start But goes away. Turn off the engine and back on. It came back and wont be gone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-sound-when-cold-start-but-goes-away-turn-off-the-engine-and-back-on-it-came-back-and-wont-be-gone/197650)
**Author:** [@markanntonitgallego\_191617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markanntonitgallego_191617)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knock-sound-when-cold-start-but-goes-away-turn-off-the-engine-and-back-on-it-came-back-and-wont-be-gone/197650 "2024-10-17T15:54:39Z")
I having an issue with my triton 2007. manual with 4d56u engine. I recently hear noise about knocking or ticking sound and it knocking goes fast when I rev the engine. I noticed when cold start. there is knock but goes a… --- ## [Why doesn't my car's manual have a chart of maintenance vs. mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesnt-my-cars-manual-have-a-chart-of-maintenance-vs-mileage/110015)
**Author:** [@Toxcrusadr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toxcrusadr)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesnt-my-cars-manual-have-a-chart-of-maintenance-vs-mileage/110015 "2024-10-17T12:51:38Z")
I bought a 2015 Honda Civic EX last month. Now I’m an old school, change your own oil, keep a notebook in the glove compartment with dates and mileage of all maintenance done, kind of guy. I’ve owned a 78 Corolla, 90 M… --- ## [Comparing Maintenance Issues on 2 vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-maintenance-issues-on-2-vehicles/197623)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/comparing-maintenance-issues-on-2-vehicles/197623 "2024-10-17T03:32:08Z")
I am considering a new car purchase. Presently I am looking at a 2020 Ford EcoSport SE SUV with 32000 miles or a 2019 Hyundai Kona SEL SUV with 37000 miles. Both are about the same price. My question is from a mainte… --- ## [2019 GMC Canyon - Consumes oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-canyon-consumes-oil/197635)
**Author:** [@2019Denali](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2019Denali)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-canyon-consumes-oil/197635 "2024-10-17T01:55:20Z")
Uses one quart of oil, approximately every 2000 miles. Any suggestions on how to remedy it? Do not. appear to be smoking. --- ## [Ford street ka O2 failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-street-ka-o2-failure/197592)
**Author:** [@Pug1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pug1)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2024, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-street-ka-o2-failure/197592 "2024-10-16T21:27:16Z")
Hi all again. Got a ford street ka that’s really annoying me. Had it for a long time now and a underlying issue is starting to terrorise me, the cars been with me for ages as it was my first car and I’ve kept it ever sin… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=33) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=35)