# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=372 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 373 --- ## [Shuddering Engine While Idling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-engine-while-idling/164043)
**Author:** [@jonathongutierrez2\_167138](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonathongutierrez2_167138)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-engine-while-idling/164043 "2020-05-09T13:09:22Z")
Today my Chevy Malibu’s engine shuddered when it turned on, and then shuddered to a complete stop. It makes this noise while idle, and it hesitated a bit when changing gears (it’s an automatic though). I think it might b… --- ## [2003 Subaru Outback - Fluid in a manual?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-outback-fluid-in-a-manual/164036)
**Author:** [@images0546](https://community.cartalk.com/u/images0546)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 11:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-outback-fluid-in-a-manual/164036 "2020-05-09T11:25:37Z")
Is there fluid involved in a manual transmission --- ## [Misfiring 1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-1996-jaguar-vanden-plas/163994)
**Author:** [@Bill18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill18)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-1996-jaguar-vanden-plas/163994 "2020-05-09T05:48:24Z")
I own a 1996 Jaguar Vanden Plas 6 cyl. Living in Minnesota, I only drive the car in warm weather and usually accumulate only about 3000 m annually. Being an old car, it’s developed some nuisance oil leaks which I think I… --- ## [Installing New Hatch Seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-new-hatch-seal/164039)
**Author:** [@Xklatracx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xklatracx)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-new-hatch-seal/164039 "2020-05-09T05:20:10Z")
Friends, When putting on a new hatch seal on my 2002 Sienna, do anyone know which one of the orientation color dots isssupposed to be top center? There are two blue dots, one white and one pink dots. The white and pink … --- ## [2007 Saturn Aura funny idle, power loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-aura-funny-idle-power-loss/164010)
**Author:** [@JessesV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JessesV)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-aura-funny-idle-power-loss/164010 "2020-05-09T01:32:20Z")
Check engine light flashing, previous code of P0420, panel says service traction and a light with a TC and line through it is on, car idles funny loss of power what’s the problem --- ## [1999 Toyota Tacoma - setting timing after replacing head gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-tacoma-setting-timing-after-replacing-head-gasket/163977)
**Author:** [@olive20201996](https://community.cartalk.com/u/olive20201996)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-tacoma-setting-timing-after-replacing-head-gasket/163977 "2020-05-08T21:32:42Z")
How do you set the timing after replacing the head gasket? 1999 Toyota Tacoma 2.7 --- ## [2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee door unlock activates on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-grand-cherokee-door-unlock-activates-on-its-own/163987)
**Author:** [@Bkidaho](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bkidaho)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-grand-cherokee-door-unlock-activates-on-its-own/163987 "2020-05-08T20:36:15Z")
Hi: My car at times activates the door unlock circuit by itself. Lights flash, door unlocks and the front windows rolls down. I think either my key is too sensitive and that is the cause or the sensing circuit in the ca… --- ## [2000 Isuzu Rodeo — fuse box isn’t getting power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-fuse-box-isn-t-getting-power/163314)
**Author:** [@Robbin\_Worobel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robbin_Worobel)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-rodeo-fuse-box-isn-t-getting-power/163314 "2020-05-08T18:54:30Z")
I have tested the fuse box under the hood, and, it appears there is no power to the right side of the box? --- ## [2012 Dodge Durango - hot air blows on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-durango-hot-air-blows-on-one-side/163989)
**Author:** [@MIkeB27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MIkeB27)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-durango-hot-air-blows-on-one-side/163989 "2020-05-08T18:21:48Z")
Passenger side temp does not cook blows hot air even with A/C on , Driver side works fine what is the problem and how canI solve it. Heat on Passenger side works ok just no cool air --- ## [Ac for 1972 Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-for-1972-ford/160707)
**Author:** [@RichPinkall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichPinkall)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-for-1972-ford/160707 "2020-05-08T17:54:22Z")
Hi everyone, I have a 1972 Ford Galaxie 500 custom. From the factory, it only has heat but I’m wondering if there are any aftermarket kits I could get to add air conditioning? I currently live in Florida so it will be an… --- ## [2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-trailblazer-transmission-issues/164007)
**Author:** [@Jaxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaxx)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-trailblazer-transmission-issues/164007 "2020-05-08T16:47:50Z")
Vehicle will not switch gears correctly. I had to have help pushing my vehicle backward because it wouldn’t go 8nto reverse. It went to hell overnight. 2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4.2L V6 I believe there should be a reca… --- ## [How to remove adhesive but not the paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-adhesive-but-not-the-paint/695)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-adhesive-but-not-the-paint/695 "2020-05-08T13:24:24Z")
Some of the wheel well moldings and car door moldings (to guard against door dents from other cars and/or grocery carts in parking lots) have come loose and/or totally off. Some came off cleanly, others have left behind… --- ## [Can’t find a vent shade for my 1963 Volvo Amazon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-a-vent-shade-for-my-1963-volvo-amazon/163945)
**Author:** [@Steven20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 10:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-a-vent-shade-for-my-1963-volvo-amazon/163945 "2020-05-08T10:21:14Z")
I am looking for a Auto Ventshade that will fit on my 1963 Volvo Amazon 122S. It not listed in any catalogs however I have seen some cars like mine with the stainless or chrome in channel vent shades installed, they look… --- ## [Maaco paint jobs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maaco-paint-jobs/47073)
**Author:** [@nye\_guys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nye_guys)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maaco-paint-jobs/47073 "2020-05-08T07:54:46Z")
I have a 2003 Chevy truck. It was wrecked and I fixed all the damage, I just need to get it painted. The whole truck needs painted minus the inside the bed and door jams, those areas are ok. Does anyone have experience w… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Elantra feels like it’s slipping, but no CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-feels-like-it-s-slipping-but-no-cel/163889)
**Author:** [@James79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James79)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-feels-like-it-s-slipping-but-no-cel/163889 "2020-05-08T07:44:24Z")
Sometimes while driving the transmission feels like it slips out of gear and the rpms go up like its revving up. However the check engine light does not come on. I’ve taken it to the dealer and they can not duplicate it … --- ## [AC Compressorr](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressorr/163999)
**Author:** [@alex.ambriz9\_160621](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alex.ambriz9_160621)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressorr/163999 "2020-05-08T04:03:15Z")
Can someone help me understand the difference between an AC compressor clutch vs clutch less? I’ve been trying to research info on it but been unable to do so. What’s the difference? When do you know when to install one? … --- ## [Please help me. My spare is screwed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-my-spare-is-screwed/163992)
**Author:** [@thefondrens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thefondrens)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-my-spare-is-screwed/163992 "2020-05-07T23:39:24Z")
Can someone please tell me how to fix this? I had a water bottle leak in my trunk and I didn’t realize it had gotten under the truck floor. Today I got a nail in my tire, but I couldn’t get my spare out because it woul… --- ## [Starter 2010](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-2010/163422)
**Author:** [@SuzanneLary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzanneLary)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-2010/163422 "2020-05-07T20:12:29Z")
Earlier I was worried about battery AAA came and said I MIGHT need a starter!! The car has always had a slow start but I never worried just seemed normal for me. Can I put something in with gas that may help? I really d… --- ## [Thumpr cam on sbc?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumpr-cam-on-sbc/163964)
**Author:** [@mio.da.bomb\_157143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mio.da.bomb_157143)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumpr-cam-on-sbc/163964 "2020-05-07T17:22:02Z")
I want to know some peoples opinion on this since I have no idea about this stuff and I’m very inexperienced. I have a 1987 sbc 350 that I’m going to put in my 1968 firebird. It makes 250 hp and 350 lbs of torque (its a … --- ## [2015 Subaru Outback - oil consumption test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-oil-consumption-test/163896)
**Author:** [@DavidGebauer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidGebauer)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-oil-consumption-test/163896 "2020-05-07T16:47:39Z")
Loved your show for decades and still do! My car currently has 78,000. It has the four cylinder engine.The oil is changed every 6,000 miles. Shortly after reaching 60,000 miles the engine warning light would come on int… --- ## [2002 Lexus RX 300 - upper plenum gouges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lexus-rx-300-upper-plenum-gouges/163947)
**Author:** [@mike51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike51)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 1:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lexus-rx-300-upper-plenum-gouges/163947 "2020-05-07T13:18:40Z")
upper plenum flat surface has gouges on lexus rx300 2002 --- ## [How serious is this bumper damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-serious-is-this-bumper-damage/163959)
**Author:** [@brent2020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brent2020)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-serious-is-this-bumper-damage/163959 "2020-05-07T12:53:34Z")
Hi all - Question on the front bumper of a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. My front driver’s side bumper was damaged in an accident many years ago. It was minor enough that I didn’t feel the need to have it repaired. Recently it… --- ## [2010 Cadillac CTS - Worried about battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cadillac-cts-worried-about-battery/162310)
**Author:** [@SuzanneLary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzanneLary)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cadillac-cts-worried-about-battery/162310 "2020-05-07T12:17:43Z")
I am worried since I cannot drive my car as usual it will not start. The battery is in the trunk and not easy to access at all. I did replace it once a few years ago … if I drive it only around the block this Could be… --- ## [Really loud fan. Is it normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-loud-fan-is-it-normal/163956)
**Author:** [@Julian\_serrano22\_167096](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julian_serrano22_167096)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2020, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-loud-fan-is-it-normal/163956 "2020-05-07T02:31:52Z")
I have a 2016 Audi A3 2.0t premium Quattro and every couple of minutes my car will have this really loud fan going under the hood. Is it supposed to be this loud? I feel like it’s obnoxiously loud but if it is normal it’… --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Captiva Sport - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-captiva-sport-cel/163840)
**Author:** [@mcdougal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcdougal)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-captiva-sport-cel/163840 "2020-05-06T21:55:36Z")
2014 chevy captiva, in the dash it says lossing power, and of course, that is what happened turned the car off waited about 15 minutes turned it back on the everything went off except the engine light after reading all o… --- ## [Checking trans fluid in a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-trans-fluid-in-a-2011-mercedes-benz-e-class/163936)
**Author:** [@Schaefer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Schaefer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/checking-trans-fluid-in-a-2011-mercedes-benz-e-class/163936 "2020-05-06T21:48:32Z")
How to check transmission fluid --- ## [2015 Dodge Ram 1500 Won’t go into drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-ram-1500-won-t-go-into-drive/163898)
**Author:** [@RonMcClure](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonMcClure)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-ram-1500-won-t-go-into-drive/163898 "2020-05-06T21:39:25Z")
When I shift into (D) Drive on the steering column it goes to the +/- on the far right and has the number 4 showing. It will not go into Drive and the truck gears are not working properly. Does anyone know what the issue… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx shakes and jerks in drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-shakes-and-jerks-in-drive/163943)
**Author:** [@ShirleyCopeland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShirleyCopeland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-shakes-and-jerks-in-drive/163943 "2020-05-06T21:30:43Z")
while in drive car RPM’s act erratically and car won’t move and shakes and jerks. --- ## [Surging 2003 Buick Rendezvous](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surging-2003-buick-rendezvous/163908)
**Author:** [@syntyche](https://community.cartalk.com/u/syntyche)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surging-2003-buick-rendezvous/163908 "2020-05-06T21:21:55Z")
the first problem is dash boared keeps flickering an surgeing an car is draining an ireplaced the altenatore an battery an the starter an map sensor an ignition control module an ignition switch. please help the second t… --- ## [ROCK HARD BRAKE PEDAL … OFF AND WHILE RUNNING….](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-hard-brake-pedal-off-and-while-running/163830)
**Author:** [@bigjoncoop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigjoncoop)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2020, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rock-hard-brake-pedal-off-and-while-running/163830 "2020-05-06T20:46:56Z")
just got a 2002 Ford Taurus Sel and the brakes have been fine. then I noticed my pedal was extremely hard for a moment and normal… about 5 mins later the pedal was again extremely hard and still is. weather the car is ru… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=371) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=373)