# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=36 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 37 --- ## [Is this poor workmanship?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-poor-workmanship/197500)
**Author:** [@Charlottefell1990\_183029](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charlottefell1990_183029)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2024, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-poor-workmanship/197500 "2024-10-06T16:00:12Z")
\<\> Summary --- ## [2008 Volvo XC70 - Best options for a big maintenance job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-best-options-for-a-big-maintenance-job/197516)
**Author:** [@angelisland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/angelisland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2024, 1:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-xc70-best-options-for-a-big-maintenance-job/197516 "2024-10-06T13:03:54Z")
need 200,000 required maintenance --- ## [2021 Toyota Sienna - Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-sienna-battery-drain/197484)
**Author:** [@rebrock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rebrock)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2024, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-sienna-battery-drain/197484 "2024-10-05T22:11:03Z")
I have an issue with my car not starting after sitting idle for about 3-4 days. There are times over weekends of not using the car, when I go to drive it, it won’t start. Seriously! This started happening last spring. I … --- ## [Why are cars referred to by their "mk" number in Europe, but not in USA?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-cars-referred-to-by-their-mk-number-in-europe-but-not-in-usa/197461)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2024, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-cars-referred-to-by-their-mk-number-in-europe-but-not-in-usa/197461 "2024-10-05T20:02:25Z")
For example, a Euro poster in another thread here, the poster said they had a " ford mondeo mk4 ". I believe that means it is the 4th major design update for the mondeo , and mk4 might apply to 3 or more model year… --- ## [Do I need to replace the Differential Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-replace-the-differential-fluid/57714)
**Author:** [@gavinr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gavinr)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2024, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-replace-the-differential-fluid/57714 "2024-10-05T19:51:54Z")
I have a 2000 Ford Explorer Sport. I was getting an oil change and they SAID I needed to get new differential fluid, but I don't know if I should trust this shady place. How often do I need to change the differential flu… --- ## [2011 Toyota Camry - Rattles when started](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-rattles-when-started/196304)
**Author:** [@jackbell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jackbell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2024, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-rattles-when-started/196304 "2024-10-05T19:30:38Z")
engine rattle just starting last about 1second then it stop --- ## [2008 Honda Accord bad rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-bad-rust/197052)
**Author:** [@duhwynning\_169199](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duhwynning_169199)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2024, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-bad-rust/197052 "2024-10-04T22:46:11Z")
Hello, I have a 2008 Honda Accord with 252k miles on it and some bad rust. This was my first car and has had no real issues so I would like to keep it and just don’t want to have to get a new car because of rust. I have… --- ## [Vehicle maintenance cost per hour of operation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-maintenance-cost-per-hour-of-operation/197477)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2024, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-maintenance-cost-per-hour-of-operation/197477 "2024-10-04T21:01:55Z")
I was thinking that $1 per hour of operation covers the routine expected maintenance of a vehicle, with a budget mechanic. But then you have the unexpected repairs and diagnostics that come especially as it gets older. T… --- ## [Hide scratches on interior of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hide-scratches-on-interior-of-car/196406)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2024, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hide-scratches-on-interior-of-car/196406 "2024-10-03T02:41:26Z")
I have a 2009 Mazda CX-7 and the interior of the rear cargo area has so scatches that are about 1/16 inch deep. Is anything that can hide those scratches ? --- ## [Seeking Advice: Strange Noise in 2017 Nissan Versa Note, 1.6L 4cyl CVT, Mechanic Stumped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-strange-noise-in-2017-nissan-versa-note-1-6l-4cyl-cvt-mechanic-stumped/197481)
**Author:** [@codyywarren20\_191485](https://community.cartalk.com/u/codyywarren20_191485)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2024, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-strange-noise-in-2017-nissan-versa-note-1-6l-4cyl-cvt-mechanic-stumped/197481 "2024-10-03T21:48:36Z")
Hey everyone, A few weeks ago, my mom’s car started making a buzzing noise. It’s hard to describe, but it sounds a bit like wind noise. It doesn’t happen all the time, and it stops when she starts braking. We’ve taken i… --- ## [Based on the condition of these spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/based-on-the-condition-of-these-spark-plugs/196944)
**Author:** [@Mariah234765](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mariah234765)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2024, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/based-on-the-condition-of-these-spark-plugs/196944 "2024-10-02T20:09:25Z")
Do you think the engine is in good condition and is not burning oil chevrolete 2012 99600 miles ? --- ## [Will changing size of wheel and tire void manufacturer warranty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-changing-size-of-wheel-and-tire-void-manufacturer-warranty/191850)
**Author:** [@Defaultemode](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Defaultemode)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2024, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-changing-size-of-wheel-and-tire-void-manufacturer-warranty/191850 "2024-10-02T07:04:15Z")
2022 Kia Seltos LX Will need to replace tires soon… Considering downsizing from 17s to 16s and maximizing the side wall height of the tire to dampen road noise and vibrations etc. Beef up the comfort and pot hole resis… --- ## [2008 Citroën DS - Can I do what no other human wishes to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-citroen-ds-can-i-do-what-no-other-human-wishes-to-do/197440)
**Author:** [@wendy33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wendy33)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-citroen-ds-can-i-do-what-no-other-human-wishes-to-do/197440 "2024-10-01T15:01:19Z")
Can you put a stop/start engine into an older Corsa that has no stop/start function? --- ## [Increase radio reception](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increase-radio-reception/197433)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/increase-radio-reception/197433 "2024-10-01T14:56:48Z")
I have a 2009 Mazda CX-7. I live in a hilly area. Oftentimes my radio station fades out. Is there a way to boost my antenna so it receives a good signal? --- ## [I need to choose a Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-to-choose-a-battery/194050)
**Author:** [@Joe-Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe-Guy)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2024, 8:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-to-choose-a-battery/194050 "2024-10-01T08:48:28Z")
2002 Toyota Tundra 6 cylinder SR5 Just curious. My truck needs a new battery and I’m wondering if there is any real value in buying the more expensive of these two batteries - Super Start Extreme or Super Start Plat… --- ## [2004 Toyota Tacoma - Should I replace O2 sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-tacoma-should-i-replace-o2-sensor/197104)
**Author:** [@Bill47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill47)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-tacoma-should-i-replace-o2-sensor/197104 "2024-09-30T21:59:39Z")
oxygen sensor 2004 Tacoma is it worth replacing? --- ## [Vibrating uphill and from start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-uphill-and-from-start/197423)
**Author:** [@edpenfold\_191450](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edpenfold_191450)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrating-uphill-and-from-start/197423 "2024-09-30T05:20:30Z")
Hi, My seat Ibiza 2011 Tsi is struggling from a start and uphill. I took it to a mechanic and they claimed to have fixed it but it’s definitely not fixed. I don’t what the problem is. It seems ok at higher speed but it… --- ## [2016 Dodge Journey - Big problems after new Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-journey-big-problems-after-new-transmission/197425)
**Author:** [@Hctupuola247](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hctupuola247)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-journey-big-problems-after-new-transmission/197425 "2024-09-29T20:34:24Z")
I swapped transmissions an now I have a no crank no start issue --- ## [2015 Toyota Tacoma Air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tacoma-air/197429)
**Author:** [@coxjonjill1975\_191453](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coxjonjill1975_191453)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tacoma-air/197429 "2024-09-29T19:12:26Z")
My 2015 Toyota Tacoma ac was only blowing on high setting. I replaced the Blower motor resistor and now it blows on high on all settings. Any suggestions? --- ## [What are the best and most affordable options for taking care of this clear coat/paint damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-best-and-most-affordable-options-for-taking-care-of-this-clear-coat-paint-damage/196425)
**Author:** [@CalmnCool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalmnCool)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-best-and-most-affordable-options-for-taking-care-of-this-clear-coat-paint-damage/196425 "2024-09-29T18:49:56Z")
I moved to Texas the clear coat on the roof of this car has experienced some serious damage. It only took about a year and a half after the move. This car was garage kept for most of it’s life. The front of this car loo… --- ## [Do I need a battery tender?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-battery-tender/196429)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-battery-tender/196429 "2024-09-29T06:20:18Z")
The past seven weeks my car has hardly been driven due to me going through a health challenge. When it is driven at all, it is only for a mile to five miles. This is hard on the battery and engine! This situation may … --- ## [Low Compression Misfiring 2013 Corolla, need it to last 9 more months, HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-compression-misfiring-2013-corolla-need-it-to-last-9-more-months-help/196378)
**Author:** [@joenat456](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joenat456)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2024, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-compression-misfiring-2013-corolla-need-it-to-last-9-more-months-help/196378 "2024-09-29T04:51:29Z")
2013 Corolla 218k miles. Low compression on all cylinders (60-70 on each one). Misfiring in cylinders 2 and 4 according to OBD2. Dealer quoted me ~3500 for new engine, said there’s scarring on all the cylinders partic… --- ## [2016 Honda Accord EX-L static noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-ex-l-static-noise/196418)
**Author:** [@drossi15\_191425](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drossi15_191425)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-ex-l-static-noise/196418 "2024-09-28T20:28:50Z")
For about 3 weeks my 2016 Honda Accord EX-L Sedan has had a static noise coming from the passenger side sounding like it is coming from the dash of glove box area. The noise happens when I reach around 60mph and increase… --- ## [Honda CRV noise when shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-noise-when-shifting/16443)
**Author:** [@fares2340](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fares2340)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2024, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-noise-when-shifting/16443 "2024-09-28T13:25:16Z")
My wife and I bought from the Honda dealer a used 2005 Honda CRV automatic with 13000 miles. The vehicle now has 20000 miles. This vehicle makes a clunking noise when shifting between first to second gear only after the … --- ## [2008 saturn aura 3.5 no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-aura-3-5-no-start/195620)
**Author:** [@ibrahimdabaja66\_190874](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibrahimdabaja66_190874)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2024, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-aura-3-5-no-start/195620 "2024-09-27T04:11:12Z")
my 2008 saturn aura wont start. has 12.5v from the battery and a new starter. has codes p1682, p0685, p0223,p0122,p0118,p0107. took it to two shops in my town, and both shops could not find the issue. --- ## [Complete Alternative Fuel pump assembly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-alternative-fuel-pump-assembly/196410)
**Author:** [@Whizzby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whizzby)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-alternative-fuel-pump-assembly/196410 "2024-09-26T22:01:44Z")
I have a 2000 Hyundai Elantra that I cannot buy a complete fuel pump assembly unit for. (with sending unit) I can buy just the pump but my gas gauge is off. Is there an aftermarket solution for this? --- ## [White material coming out of tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-material-coming-out-of-tire/196419)
**Author:** [@enargins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enargins)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-material-coming-out-of-tire/196419 "2024-09-26T21:54:41Z")
I just bought this tire, supposedly new, and I noticed this white stuff coming out of it. Any idea what it is? Also, don’t new tires have those thin “tire whiskers” that show you the tire is new? This tire didn’t have a… --- ## [ram 2500 Advice Needed on Intake Manifold Issues – Considering a Solution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ram-2500-advice-needed-on-intake-manifold-issues-considering-a-solution/196402)
**Author:** [@hasly123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hasly123)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ram-2500-advice-needed-on-intake-manifold-issues-considering-a-solution/196402 "2024-09-26T15:02:19Z")
I’ve been running into some recurring issues with my \[car model\]'s intake system and wanted to get some advice before deciding on my next steps. One of the main problems is frequent carbon build-up in the intake manifold… --- ## [Can you repair a broken plastic fitting on a radiator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-repair-a-broken-plastic-fitting-on-a-radiator/181926)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-repair-a-broken-plastic-fitting-on-a-radiator/181926 "2024-09-26T12:47:31Z")
After having bad luck with a cheap aftermarket radiator that I purchased online from Rock Auto, I decided to order the official OEM part from a company in Korea. I ordered two of them to have a spare, and they arrived y… --- ## [2012 Ford Escape - Moldy AC smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-escape-moldy-ac-smell/196408)
**Author:** [@WanttoKnow55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WanttoKnow55)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2024, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-escape-moldy-ac-smell/196408 "2024-09-26T12:16:22Z")
Did anyone have a moldy mildewy smell in Ford Escape, around year 2012? It must be the directions the water flows in AC, evaporator coil? So with that in mind, what did you do about it? What did Ford do about it…since… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=35) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=37)