# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=345 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 346 --- ## [2010 Mitsubishi Galant new battery messing up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mitsubishi-galant-new-battery-messing-up/166577)
**Author:** [@Whitney-12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitney-12)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mitsubishi-galant-new-battery-messing-up/166577 "2020-06-30T12:43:01Z")
About a month ago my car would not start. I didn’t jump it off at first because it eventually would come on. After a couple of days of that, it died completely and I jumped it. Took a little bit to come on but went str… --- ## [05 merc sable starts fine but will not drive reverse or even go into low gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-merc-sable-starts-fine-but-will-not-drive-reverse-or-even-go-into-low-gear/166432)
**Author:** [@Danielle-34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danielle-34)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 10:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-merc-sable-starts-fine-but-will-not-drive-reverse-or-even-go-into-low-gear/166432 "2020-06-30T10:59:30Z")
Please help me, I was running errands today cuz I yake care of my mom she is disabled n it’s her car owned and all neways I’m driving and all of a sudden the care makes a funny like reving down n just completely wont d… --- ## [2019 challenger rt scat pack 1320 air bags did not deploy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-challenger-rt-scat-pack-1320-air-bags-did-not-deploy/166476)
**Author:** [@criddyvaughn01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/criddyvaughn01)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 5:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-challenger-rt-scat-pack-1320-air-bags-did-not-deploy/166476 "2020-06-30T05:14:55Z")
I T-Boned a 99 Geo prism that pulled out in front of me as I was going 55mph on a highway. We went across 4 lanes of traffic, still connected, then we each hit a guardrail head on as I had hit my brakes and we disconnect… --- ## [2015 RAM Cargo Van - Where is the fan relay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-cargo-van-where-is-the-fan-relay/166543)
**Author:** [@Homer46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Homer46)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-cargo-van-where-is-the-fan-relay/166543 "2020-06-30T04:43:35Z")
van over heating. where is fan relay? how to tell if 50 amp fuse is blown, this one is diffrent from ones i have seen? --- ## [2005 Chrysler Crossfire - Convertible top trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-convertible-top-trouble/166520)
**Author:** [@garlandb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garlandb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-convertible-top-trouble/166520 "2020-06-30T03:33:39Z")
convertible top does not work the pump will not even run --- ## [2017 Chrysler Pacifica - Jerked into gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chrysler-pacifica-jerked-into-gear/166575)
**Author:** [@Whitedog42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitedog42)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chrysler-pacifica-jerked-into-gear/166575 "2020-06-30T02:19:28Z")
While starting up from a stop lite, my Pacifica started out in 1st gear then it felt like it was in neutral for a few seconds before it jerked back into second gear --- ## [2017 GMC Acadia - Appetite for batteries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-appetite-for-batteries/166581)
**Author:** [@MikeRice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeRice)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-appetite-for-batteries/166581 "2020-06-30T00:59:40Z")
3 batteries in 2 and one half years --- ## [2018 Buick Enclave - Hesitates and Jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-buick-enclave-hesitates-and-jerks/166573)
**Author:** [@nbybev00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbybev00)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-buick-enclave-hesitates-and-jerks/166573 "2020-06-30T00:52:55Z")
Transmission hesitates and jerks, primarily with take off from a complete stop but also going down the road. When we first bought this car and had the same problem, the dealer updated the software and flush the radiator… --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Impala - Side detection failure (again)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-impala-side-detection-failure-again/166569)
**Author:** [@rkanewischer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rkanewischer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-impala-side-detection-failure-again/166569 "2020-06-30T00:47:06Z")
Side detection system went out for the 3rd time! --- ## [2000 Nissan Sentra - Rumbles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-sentra-rumbles/166561)
**Author:** [@jay22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jay22)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-sentra-rumbles/166561 "2020-06-30T00:32:22Z")
car has a rumbling noise --- ## [1995 GMC Jimmy - Smokes now and then](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-jimmy-smokes-now-and-then/166527)
**Author:** [@Francisaustin3292](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Francisaustin3292)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2020, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-jimmy-smokes-now-and-then/166527 "2020-06-30T00:23:27Z")
Its smokes now and then, ussaully when im slowing down then acceleration. Sometimes a little bit sometimes a big puff. Antifreeze is still full after a 40 mile drive. No leaks oil or antifreeze. Trans fluid still good, a… --- ## [2015 Nissan Juke - Door bracket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-juke-door-bracket/166556)
**Author:** [@tess03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tess03)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-juke-door-bracket/166556 "2020-06-29T19:32:07Z")
The driver side door adjuster that allows how far to open and close each door was making a clicking sound when I looked to see what it was I could see the bracket to the door part that goes to the car frame was cracked… --- ## [Car Making blooping noses gas l pedal only clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-blooping-noses-gas-l-pedal-only-clicks/166564)
**Author:** [@RickyRobert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickyRobert)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-blooping-noses-gas-l-pedal-only-clicks/166564 "2020-06-29T21:40:18Z")
I tried to change my transfer case in failed. Now my gas pedal just clicks when I press it in my car won’t turn on and the key won’t go into the on position or the ignition position it just stays in lock Ace ACC or the o… --- ## [URGENT! Car Transmission not Going into Gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-car-transmission-not-going-into-gear/166130)
**Author:** [@RickyRobert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickyRobert)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-car-transmission-not-going-into-gear/166130 "2020-06-29T19:43:39Z")
I was working on replacing my transfer case. I forgot to put the car into neutral before disconnecting the drivershaft. Now the transmission won’t go into gear. Note: I rotated the front drive shaft with have while rem… --- ## [Whirring noise from back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-noise-from-back/166534)
**Author:** [@dajones2221\_168636](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dajones2221_168636)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-noise-from-back/166534 "2020-06-29T19:39:54Z")
Just started noticing a whirring noise coming from the rear end. (or at least it sounds like it’s coming from the rear from inside). These are the isolated characteristics of the noise. -pressing the accelerator, even … --- ## [2007 GMC Sierra 1500 - Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-sierra-1500-noise/166554)
**Author:** [@Tgm50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tgm50)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-sierra-1500-noise/166554 "2020-06-29T19:29:38Z")
My2007 sierra work truck has a lot of road noise while driving .I replaced the 2 vent valves on the back of the cab, still a lot of road noise. --- ## [2019 Lincoln MKC - Big noise then I almost stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-lincoln-mkc-big-noise-then-i-almost-stop/166499)
**Author:** [@Lboothe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lboothe)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-lincoln-mkc-big-noise-then-i-almost-stop/166499 "2020-06-29T19:23:32Z")
I bought a new 2019 MKC in November. Several times when accelerating to go up a hill, there is a loud noise that sounds as if I have run over a log. It is metal scraping metal and causes the vehicle to almost stop. T… --- ## [1993 Ford Explorer - Is this problem the MAF sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-explorer-is-this-problem-the-maf-sensor/166546)
**Author:** [@Jay42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jay42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-explorer-is-this-problem-the-maf-sensor/166546 "2020-06-29T19:23:15Z")
This is a4L V6 explorer cologne engine that has been translocated into a 1988 Ford Ranger. Crank position sensor recently went bad and was replaced. Now however, the car idles ok but in first and second will stall out an… --- ## [Window regulator cable woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-regulator-cable-woes/166525)
**Author:** [@ChristopherAA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristopherAA)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-regulator-cable-woes/166525 "2020-06-29T19:21:55Z")
Recently, the cable on my rear drivers side window regulator snapped. I have tried and tried to search for a replacement or a repair kit but I’m having no luck. I know these parts exist because I see them around for othe… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Malibu - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-shuts-off/166548)
**Author:** [@Dan29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-shuts-off/166548 "2020-06-29T19:15:15Z")
2013 Malibu LS, 2.5L 4 cyls, automatic 6 speed that once it gets hot will shut off when we come to a stop. If you shift to neutral before coming to a complete stop you can prevent the engine shutting off. If you shut the… --- ## [What part is this? 1999 Mercedes Benz diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-part-is-this-1999-mercedes-benz-diesel/166562)
**Author:** [@Honda98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda98)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-part-is-this-1999-mercedes-benz-diesel/166562 "2020-06-29T19:10:45Z")
This is a diesel car and it is leaking coolant. What part is this? Help it is next to the turbo. --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Trax - Losing time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-losing-time/166529)
**Author:** [@Barb03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barb03)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-losing-time/166529 "2020-06-29T19:08:56Z")
my car seems to be losing time. Since the Corona virus I don’t use it everyday. But since the weather here in FL is in the high 90"s could it be that the battery needs to be replaced? --- ## [? wrong oil viscosity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-oil-viscosity/166321)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-oil-viscosity/166321 "2020-06-29T18:16:14Z")
I bought a used 2011 Camaro that is supposed to get 5w30 oil. The shop ticket from the dealer listed an oil change with 0w20. I know if I ask they’ll say it’s just a typo, they always do the right thing. Should I do a… --- ## [2005 Dodge Caravan - No reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-caravan-no-reverse/166551)
**Author:** [@stomper07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stomper07)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-caravan-no-reverse/166551 "2020-06-29T17:48:35Z")
No reverse have all other gears but reverse. --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Bolt - One Bolt for another](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-bolt-one-bolt-for-another/166487)
**Author:** [@Michaelh03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michaelh03)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-bolt-one-bolt-for-another/166487 "2020-06-29T17:35:54Z")
I don’t really have a problem, but a unique situation. I pre-paid (one pay) a three year lease on a 2017 BOLT EV. My lease ends six months from now, but I’m out of miles. I am going to buy a used Bolt. If I buy from a … --- ## [Hit a deer about 3 weeks ago](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-a-deer-about-3-weeks-ago/166532)
**Author:** [@Jessicac323](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessicac323)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-a-deer-about-3-weeks-ago/166532 "2020-06-29T17:27:23Z")
I hit a deer and busted the radiator and the ac compressor. I drove the car home about 6-8 miles. I have the parts but no one will help me. I was wondering what damage could I have from driving the car home? --- ## [2021 BMW Z4 - Why buy a luxury brand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-bmw-z4-why-buy-a-luxury-brand/166056)
**Author:** [@BruceSlocum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BruceSlocum)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-bmw-z4-why-buy-a-luxury-brand/166056 "2020-06-29T16:10:42Z")
I have been a Ford, MG or Buick owner for most of my life. Lately, I have noticed BMW’s and Audi’s driving around and have wondered what is the difference in them? They seem to be about the same size and look alike so … --- ## [2003 4runner v8 Running very warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-4runner-v8-running-very-warm/166492)
**Author:** [@wapomax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wapomax)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-4runner-v8-running-very-warm/166492 "2020-06-29T13:45:17Z")
My car is running very warm and I have been told that it is probably either a bad head gasket or a warped/cracked cylinder head. How do I find out which one it is if either? I have never let it overheat, but it did lose … --- ## [Car overheating (updated)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-updated/166521)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-updated/166521 "2020-06-29T12:46:49Z")
My 2001 mustang v6 has an intermittent overheating problem. I say intermittent because the car will sometimes start overheating after just 10 minutes of driving and other times can go 30 minutes and the temperature gauge… --- ## [2009 Honda Element - Looking for 40 MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-element-looking-for-40-mpg/166252)
**Author:** [@TracyHummel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TracyHummel)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2020, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-element-looking-for-40-mpg/166252 "2020-06-29T03:57:12Z")
I am in the market for a new vehicle and need help. My husband wants at least 40mph, and I would rather live when I hit a deer during my 100-mile/day commute. We live in South Dakota, so it has to be winter friendly, and… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=344) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=346)