# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=368 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 369 --- ## [Which came first - the misfire or bad catalytic converter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-came-first-the-misfire-or-bad-catalytic-converter/96083)
**Author:** [@StephyCBM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StephyCBM)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-came-first-the-misfire-or-bad-catalytic-converter/96083 "2020-05-18T05:10:12Z")
I have a 2011 Chevrolet Traverse that has been out of commission since August 25th. It stranded me and my children 3 separate times this summer. The first time the vehicle overheated and we promptly had it towed and repl… --- ## [Driving VW Arteon Fast - Engine Concerns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-vw-arteon-fast-engine-concerns/164384)
**Author:** [@wethepeople](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wethepeople)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 2:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-vw-arteon-fast-engine-concerns/164384 "2020-05-18T02:49:31Z")
I love my 2019 VW Arteon. After the first service everything came back healthy. That being said, I love to drive in sport mode and accelerate as quickly as possible. When I’m driving back roads I sometimes like to bring … --- ## [Risky - removing return PS hose on 21yr well maintained Honda?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/risky-removing-return-ps-hose-on-21yr-well-maintained-honda/164421)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/risky-removing-return-ps-hose-on-21yr-well-maintained-honda/164421 "2020-05-17T16:24:34Z")
99 Acura Integra 140k I want to flush the PS fluid by disconnecting the return hose at the reservoir. A friend said when he did it on an Avalon, it ended up in leaking. My car paint is not oxidized - its was not an ab… --- ## [Rear right wheel hums](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-right-wheel-hums/164453)
**Author:** [@Tim-R-3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tim-R-3)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-right-wheel-hums/164453 "2020-05-18T00:55:53Z")
2017 Nissan Rogue Sport AWD. Passenger rear wheel begins humming at 5 mph and gets louder the faster you go. Wheel bearing/hub assembly seemed most likely candidate as tires are almost new and balanced properly. I rep… --- ## [2001 Chevrolet Venture - Van Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-venture-van-stalls/148119)
**Author:** [@Cathy29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cathy29)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-venture-van-stalls/148119 "2020-05-18T00:50:39Z")
Van dies sometime when I am coming to stop, or slowing down to turn. But will start up again when I put it in nuteral. Sometimes tries to sputter, but starts up and its okay again for awhile. What will cause this? --- ## [2013 Buick Verano - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-verano-cel/164464)
**Author:** [@Sebastian46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sebastian46)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-verano-cel/164464 "2020-05-18T00:47:51Z")
I have Buick Verano 2013 with 135000 miles. But it is shaking when in stop light or slow down. Sometimes it shuts and the steering becomes tight. I have the engine light on. Before if I change the oil it used to disappea… --- ## [Rack and pinion removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-and-pinion-removal/164460)
**Author:** [@Andy\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy_B)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-and-pinion-removal/164460 "2020-05-18T00:47:21Z")
Looking for hints on removing the rack and pinion on this car. It’s a 2004, 200,000+ miles. I can see fluid gushing from the top of it, so my thoughts are the cylinder cracked. Here’s my question - what all needs to be … --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Malibu Power window issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-power-window-issues/164404)
**Author:** [@tanya56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tanya56)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-power-window-issues/164404 "2020-05-18T00:33:50Z")
power window isnt working changed switch and regulator still no power --- ## [Nissan Sentra Won't Shift into Higher Gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-wont-shift-into-higher-gears/22767)
**Author:** [@xtiane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xtiane)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-wont-shift-into-higher-gears/22767 "2020-05-17T22:56:03Z")
Hi, I have a 2003 Nissan Sentra - Auto Transmission - with about 70,000 miles. Recently it has been having trouble shifting into higher gears (like it is stuck in first or second gear). When I turn off the car an… --- ## [2010 Mitsubishi Lancer - ABS warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mitsubishi-lancer-abs-warning/164457)
**Author:** [@YCGAGH50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YCGAGH50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mitsubishi-lancer-abs-warning/164457 "2020-05-17T20:52:51Z")
I have a 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer with 52,896 miles and for the last few months when I drive it it occasionally shows the ABS warning signal. The first time it did this, I called the dealership and they had me drive it in… --- ## [Car slow to start Subaru inpreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-subaru-inpreza/164375)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slow-to-start-subaru-inpreza/164375 "2020-05-17T19:33:53Z")
Hello all, On to the next project! We have a Subaru Impreza 2014 hatchback sport limited. It is slow to start after sitting for a day or 2 and what I mean is it takes longer to finally fire the engine up. Like 3-5 seco… --- ## [2016 Hyundai Tucson - Window trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-window-trouble/164445)
**Author:** [@THOMASGUARDIA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/THOMASGUARDIA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-window-trouble/164445 "2020-05-17T17:50:31Z")
2016 hyundai tucson troubleshooting automatic window wont go up or down --- ## [2012 Kia Sportage - Oil decoder ring request](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sportage-oil-decoder-ring-request/164428)
**Author:** [@Squreshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Squreshi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sportage-oil-decoder-ring-request/164428 "2020-05-17T17:46:47Z")
What is the meaning of SM in API oil? --- ## [2012 Subaru Outback - Loyal Subaru fan is quitting on brand](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-loyal-subaru-fan-is-quitting-on-brand/164431)
**Author:** [@Pmilesmatthias](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pmilesmatthias)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-loyal-subaru-fan-is-quitting-on-brand/164431 "2020-05-17T17:39:51Z")
Dear Ray: you missed informing people about the head gasket problem with Subarus and oil leaks. Their engines are noted for this problem. My wife and sister have owned several Subarus, and each one has had this ailmen… --- ## [Knowing 4 sure if PCM is bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knowing-4-sure-if-pcm-is-bad/150065)
**Author:** [@moneymaker8484\_158151](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moneymaker8484_158151)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knowing-4-sure-if-pcm-is-bad/150065 "2020-05-17T14:04:12Z")
My 05 Acura TSX went into limp mode outta nowhere a few mts ago. The DTC it throws is U0107…lost communication with TAC module. I found a flow chart in the service manual for diagnosing this code which mainly had me test… --- ## [2013 Cadillac CTS Coupe - Crab walk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-cts-coupe-crab-walk/164389)
**Author:** [@danmacquesten](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danmacquesten)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-cts-coupe-crab-walk/164389 "2020-05-17T13:13:36Z")
front wheels schudder/crab walk when turning --- ## [2017 Toyota Camry - Unintended acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-camry-unintended-acceleration/164400)
**Author:** [@hcarris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hcarris)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-camry-unintended-acceleration/164400 "2020-05-17T12:53:17Z")
Sitting in line at a bank, with my foot on the brakes my car sped off and did not stop until it ran into the back of the vehicle in front of me. Forestville MD, US --- ## [2013 Nissan Altima - Can't drive - how to keep car ready?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima-cant-drive-how-to-keep-car-ready/164351)
**Author:** [@AbrahamStern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AbrahamStern)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 11:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima-cant-drive-how-to-keep-car-ready/164351 "2020-05-17T11:37:13Z")
I replaced the battery 2 months ago. I am not yet allowed to drive so I need to run car in driveway. Will idling the car keep the battery from dying? Do I need to keep foot on gas pedal to increase idling RPM? Will e… --- ## [Inner fender repair screw hole](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-fender-repair-screw-hole/164419)
**Author:** [@vandelin012](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vandelin012)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 6:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-fender-repair-screw-hole/164419 "2020-05-17T06:15:00Z")
My inner fender aroun d my wheel wall is falling off , it is falling off because the screw holes the inner fender screw too are busted. I bought a new inner fender but i need ideas to be able to screw the new part on. C… --- ## [2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Bluetooth contact list](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mitsubishi-outlander-sport-bluetooth-contact-list/164371)
**Author:** [@acantony](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acantony)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mitsubishi-outlander-sport-bluetooth-contact-list/164371 "2020-05-17T02:26:58Z")
cell phone bluetooth contact list --- ## [2011 BMW 335 - Hisses when turned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-335-hisses-when-turned/164406)
**Author:** [@BMW335i](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BMW335i)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-335-hisses-when-turned/164406 "2020-05-17T02:10:58Z")
Hi! I have an E92 335i. When I steer fully to left or right, it makes a hissing sound and even affecting the rpm a bit. What do you think could be the problem. Thank you! --- ## [2008 Audi A5 - Does maintenance end?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-a5-does-maintenance-end/164413)
**Author:** [@VierRinge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VierRinge)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-a5-does-maintenance-end/164413 "2020-05-17T01:06:51Z")
My 2008 Audi A5 (3.2 L, manual gearbox) is a dream to drive. @155,000 miles, though, I’m wondering how much more life is in her? Any advice about what maintenance I can do to keep her in the best shape? Audi’s maintenanc… --- ## [GMC Terrain 2010 Apple CarPlay and Back Camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-terrain-2010-apple-carplay-and-back-camera/164369)
**Author:** [@logdog99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/logdog99)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-terrain-2010-apple-carplay-and-back-camera/164369 "2020-05-17T00:37:47Z")
Hi all, I have a GMC 2010 and I’m planning on getting a new media player for it (Apple CarPlay). I have a reverse backing camera that shows up on the middle rear-view mirror. I was wondering if I could possibly change t… --- ## [Fuel Pump Recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-recommendations/164356)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-recommendations/164356 "2020-05-17T00:27:27Z")
Can someone recommend an after market fuel pump for my 1979 Toyota Celica? Today the car quit right in my driveway. I pulled the fuel filter, and BONE dry! I replaced it two years ago with a NAPA brand. The OEM original… --- ## [Mitsubishi cranks but won't start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-cranks-but-wont-start/111678)
**Author:** [@Maggie\_Malone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maggie_Malone)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-cranks-but-wont-start/111678 "2020-05-17T00:10:37Z")
Within the past few month the battery, the alternator, the 02 sensor, and the catalytic converter have all been replaced. Driving down the street at night and the engine just stopped. The electrical system was still work… --- ## [1998 Ford Ranger races up between shifts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-races-up-between-shifts/164067)
**Author:** [@Joe41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe41)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-races-up-between-shifts/164067 "2020-05-16T19:44:13Z")
My ranger with 2.5l engine, races up between shifts and when the clutch is depressed, sometimes over 3k rpm. Any thoughts? I changed idle speed solenoid. --- ## [Steering issues . Need advice!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-issues-need-advice/164366)
**Author:** [@Jessica91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessica91)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-issues-need-advice/164366 "2020-05-16T19:38:36Z")
2006 Saturn Vue . Steering rack and tie rods replaced. I’m assuming it was not properly done?? Car is now making a loud clunking/ Popping noise when turning the wheel at little or no speed the steering wheel was not … --- ## [Corolla design flaw?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-design-flaw/164309)
**Author:** [@Ariwonderland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ariwonderland)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-design-flaw/164309 "2020-05-16T18:59:49Z")
I got a Corolla 2016, brand new, and immediately got squeaky noises over small bumps at low speed. A year later I changed it to a 2017, hoping that I was going to get rid of the squeaky problems…nope! Same thing with the… --- ## [Help me diagnose my "overheating" Honda Fit before I drive it across four states](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-diagnose-my-overheating-honda-fit-before-i-drive-it-across-four-states/164373)
**Author:** [@greg\_h](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greg_h)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-diagnose-my-overheating-honda-fit-before-i-drive-it-across-four-states/164373 "2020-05-16T17:53:26Z")
My 2007 Fit has had trouble starting for a while – ok, for years – but it’s gotten worse. Here are the symptoms: When I start it, I have to keep my foot on the gas for many minutes until it warms up. After that it ru… --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus rear passenger window electrical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-rear-passenger-window-electrical-problems/164397)
**Author:** [@Mitchell31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchell31)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2020, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-rear-passenger-window-electrical-problems/164397 "2020-05-16T17:36:21Z")
Hi, I have a 2006 Dodge Stratus that had a broken rear passenger window and it did get rained in. I recently replaced the window motor and regulator. I got the replacement from a local pick and pull/ scrapyard. I also re… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=367) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=369)