# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=364 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 365 --- ## [Clutch bleeding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-bleeding/55300)
**Author:** [@lvis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lvis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-bleeding/55300 "2020-05-26T03:26:32Z")
I can not get my clutch hydraulic system to bleed. --- ## [Ac compressor stuck when engaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stuck-when-engaged/164827)
**Author:** [@bigjoncoop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigjoncoop)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stuck-when-engaged/164827 "2020-05-26T00:04:36Z")
I just I purchased a 2002 Ford Taurus with dohc 3.0 L. AC was not working, try to charge the system and immediately things started to work as they should. Then I noticed that the pulley on the compressor is intermittentl… --- ## [2001 Jaguar Vanden Plas - Looking for tops on leather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jaguar-vanden-plas-looking-for-tops-on-leather/164830)
**Author:** [@Jagfiend](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jagfiend)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jaguar-vanden-plas-looking-for-tops-on-leather/164830 "2020-05-25T20:52:13Z")
How to keep leather driver’s seat uncracked --- ## [2003 nissan pathfinder issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-pathfinder-issues/164822)
**Author:** [@Tommy-109](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tommy-109)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-pathfinder-issues/164822 "2020-05-25T20:19:29Z")
Hi All, New to the forum here and this is my first post. I have a 2003 Nissan pathfinder with 150k miles on it. For the most part its been pretty reliable though. However i’m starting to have some issues and I’m wonderi… --- ## [2006 Ford E350 battery drain when off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-e350-battery-drain-when-off/164438)
**Author:** [@toddof76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toddof76)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-e350-battery-drain-when-off/164438 "2020-05-25T20:31:10Z")
We have a 2006 Ford E350 6.8L van that has a constant battery drain of about 1.1 amps with the ignition switched off. I used a good Amp meter and took the following measurements in the engine compartment fuse box. Fus… --- ## [2006 Cadillac SRX - Tate killed my motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-srx-tate-killed-my-motor/164516)
**Author:** [@Leftwithnooil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leftwithnooil)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-srx-tate-killed-my-motor/164516 "2020-05-25T18:34:28Z")
I had my oil changed by Tate Boys Tire & Service. Three days later my car lost all of the oil out, while I was driving. Long story short, they did not get the filter in properly and my engine is ruined. My car is olde… --- ## [2007 Chrysler Pacifica - Fuel Gauge Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-fuel-gauge-issue/147136)
**Author:** [@mike07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike07)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-fuel-gauge-issue/147136 "2020-05-25T17:37:33Z")
I fill up the car but the gas gauge dropes to empty plus there is times it will only take a couple of gallons of gas at a time do I need a new fuel pump --- ## [2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Question on slowing speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-hybrid-question-on-slowing-speed/164790)
**Author:** [@MillerTime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MillerTime)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-hybrid-question-on-slowing-speed/164790 "2020-05-25T15:10:43Z")
I was a mechanical engineering freshman student in 75-76 when I designed an electric-gasoline car that charged the batteries using an alternator combined to the rear end/ differential. All my physics and engineering inst… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Sonic - No AM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-sonic-no-am/164796)
**Author:** [@Steve\_R1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_R1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-sonic-no-am/164796 "2020-05-25T12:53:48Z")
Just had a new Pioneer Stereo installed, all is fine except no AM radio reception. Peculiar thing is there was no AM radio reception with the factory radio either. Any ideas? --- ## [Best battery for 2017 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-battery-for-2017-subaru-outback/163983)
**Author:** [@susan04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susan04)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 10:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-battery-for-2017-subaru-outback/163983 "2020-05-25T10:23:48Z")
What is the best battery to purchase for my car? --- ## [2006 Lincoln Zephyr - pulley tightened too much](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lincoln-zephyr-pulley-tightened-too-much/164752)
**Author:** [@PATRICIATAYLOR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PATRICIATAYLOR)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lincoln-zephyr-pulley-tightened-too-much/164752 "2020-05-25T04:38:06Z")
i tighten the pulley(water pump) to tight and i can’t get it off my tools won’t fit. HELP sign lady mech --- ## [Vibration when idle (Corolla '10 and at 600RPM)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-idle-corolla-10-and-at-600rpm/109751)
**Author:** [@boringdan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boringdan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-idle-corolla-10-and-at-600rpm/109751 "2020-05-25T04:00:48Z")
Anything will help! Here’s the specs so far. I have a Toyota Corolla 2010 automatic w/ 63000. I’ve changed all engine mounts and cleaned throttle body and intake valves with everything. Took it to dealership and Midas an… --- ## [Subaru Outback Intermittent Crank Not Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-intermittent-crank-not-starting/146782)
**Author:** [@emily\_156249](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emily_156249)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-intermittent-crank-not-starting/146782 "2020-05-24T23:42:03Z")
Hello all, My Subaru Outback 2008 will intermittently crank but not start. This happens at nighttime, morning, after running the car fine all day, after starting it fine once in the morning then won’t start at my next d… --- ## [2015 Hyundai Elantra glove compartment won’t open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-elantra-glove-compartment-won-t-open/164743)
**Author:** [@GalM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GalM)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-elantra-glove-compartment-won-t-open/164743 "2020-05-24T22:20:16Z")
glove compartment in elantra 2015 not opens --- ## [Need help figuring out what this part is called](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-figuring-out-what-this-part-is-called/164750)
**Author:** [@Ben-G1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-G1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-figuring-out-what-this-part-is-called/164750 "2020-05-24T18:55:29Z")
Hello. I recently heard a tick near my back left brake and followed it to a brake line that has a bracket attached. The plastic bracket was holding the brake line in place and was attached to what looks like the axel. An… --- ## [2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee - AC and battery mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-ac-and-battery-mystery/164699)
**Author:** [@alaroz33\_167565](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alaroz33_167565)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-ac-and-battery-mystery/164699 "2020-05-24T18:36:32Z")
Problems started when the AC would stop blowing. The AC motor runs but no cold air comes out of any of the vents (floor, dash, etc). Then an hour later it would start working again. A few days later, the car would not s… --- ## [2010 Subaru Forester started by itself!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-started-by-itself/164759)
**Author:** [@CarMystery](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarMystery)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-started-by-itself/164759 "2020-05-24T18:32:51Z")
My boyfriend and I just got done doing groceries and we’re closing up the car when it went and started by itself! The key was not in the ignition and the car shut off when I went in and pressed the brake. Any ideas (besi… --- ## [2004 Lincoln Aviator - what size jack?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-aviator-what-size-jack/164764)
**Author:** [@troubled05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/troubled05)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-aviator-what-size-jack/164764 "2020-05-24T17:50:25Z")
need to get under my lincoln avatar to change my thermostat is a 2004 what size jack do i need --- ## [Intermittent no start issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-start-issue/162591)
**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-start-issue/162591 "2020-05-24T16:47:19Z")
Hello everybody,1st time user. I own an 03’ Altima 2.5 S with 142k miles. Car hasn’t ever givin me any grief in the 3yrs i’ve owned it,until lately. So what happens is I’ll get in start it & everything is good,get to whe… --- ## [H vs T speed rating for tire replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-vs-t-speed-rating-for-tire-replacement/6017)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Lilly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed_Lilly)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-vs-t-speed-rating-for-tire-replacement/6017 "2020-05-24T15:35:56Z")
I have a 4+ year old Subaru with high miles but that I will continue to drive for a few more years. It needs new tires, and currently has H rated touring tires. I no longer have a long highway commute, and was consider… --- ## [2012 Hyundai Sonata — is this enough driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-is-this-enough-driving/164724)
**Author:** [@loisgreve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loisgreve)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-is-this-enough-driving/164724 "2020-05-24T15:23:57Z")
secondary car not driven much 20 miles a month until pandemic now not at all…i run car 20-30 minutes in park twice a week 1/2 tank of gas left about 1 year old. is it ok? --- ## [Car start/battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-battery/164778)
**Author:** [@trevordtate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trevordtate)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-battery/164778 "2020-05-24T14:06:49Z")
So I’ve been having issues with a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The battery continues to drain when it’s not being driven and the car has to crank longer than usual before starting. Once the car starts though it runs fine. I ha… --- ## [Broken alternator brush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556)
**Author:** [@Ryangmiller91\_167473](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryangmiller91_167473)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556 "2020-05-24T13:22:33Z")
Vehicle: 2005 buick lacrosse cx 3.8L Recently had p0621 code, generator l terminal circuit malfunction. Tested battery and alternator with multimeter, getting no charge (below 12.4v). Take alternator off and into shop … --- ## [2009 Chrysler 300 - Fuel pump trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-300-fuel-pump-trouble/164756)
**Author:** [@Richard34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard34)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 8:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-300-fuel-pump-trouble/164756 "2020-05-24T08:05:26Z")
Sometimes fuel pump runs car runs fine othert times fuel pump does not go on car does not start this is with a new fuel pump and fuel pump switch --- ## [‘98 Nissan stalling when coming to a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-nissan-stalling-when-coming-to-a-stop/164767)
**Author:** [@kate1lyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kate1lyn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-nissan-stalling-when-coming-to-a-stop/164767 "2020-05-24T06:53:00Z")
Before I begin, let me make it clear that I’m a newbie when it comes to working on cars. So, my ‘98 Pathfinder has about 210,000 miles on the odometer, and I haven’t had it for very long. I’ve had an issue with the car… --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic power steering fluid leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-power-steering-fluid-leak/164715)
**Author:** [@christineg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christineg)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-power-steering-fluid-leak/164715 "2020-05-24T03:48:24Z")
fan not going on sensor coolant and now leaking pstearing fluid and scared im going to die or kill someone if it goes out when driving like the fuel pump i cant afford wrong diagnostic on ssi and someone said it was blow… --- ## [Pause then clunk in transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pause-then-clunk-in-transmission/164465)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pause-then-clunk-in-transmission/164465 "2020-05-24T02:58:34Z")
2013 f150 v8 auto. 95000 miles Drove it 5 days ago, been parked in the garage since. Went to get it out and when I put it in reverse it didn’t move right away. No big deal it’s happened before but usually after it sits … --- ## [2003 VW Beetle Convertible - is the key the problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-beetle-convertible-is-the-key-the-problem/164726)
**Author:** [@JoeEvans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeEvans)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-beetle-convertible-is-the-key-the-problem/164726 "2020-05-23T20:39:37Z")
Electronic door lock actuators fault. I have had them replaced three times but they fail again immediately. The window dose not do the final movement to seal under the hood when the door is closed. It also inadvertently … --- ## [2001 Hyundai Santa Fe eats alternators. New one every year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-santa-fe-eats-alternators-new-one-every-year/164729)
**Author:** [@John-1052](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John-1052)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-santa-fe-eats-alternators-new-one-every-year/164729 "2020-05-23T20:06:57Z")
I’ve had my 2001 Santa Fe for 6 years now. I’ve almost replaced the alternator every year, due to a bearing failure. Lucky most were under warranty. One had bearing failure within 6 months. I replace them with a new/rebu… --- ## [2014 Ford Escape CEL goes on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-cel-goes-on-and-off/164731)
**Author:** [@Nightsparkle10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nightsparkle10)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-cel-goes-on-and-off/164731 "2020-05-23T20:04:19Z")
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