# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=391 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 392 --- ## [Waxes for sun protection](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waxes-for-sun-protection/161955)
**Author:** [@ArtTiedemann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArtTiedemann)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waxes-for-sun-protection/161955 "2020-03-29T22:28:29Z")
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has a factory applied seal coat that has kept the finish very new looking. I have waxed it occasionally using Maguires and Zymol. Now I see several new waxes with Silicon Dioxide that are spray… --- ## [Black Widows In My Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-widows-in-my-car/162002)
**Author:** [@carl35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carl35)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-widows-in-my-car/162002 "2020-03-29T21:16:18Z")
black widow spiders in car --- ## [2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Half heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-half-heat/162030)
**Author:** [@Quadria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Quadria)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-half-heat/162030 "2020-03-29T21:16:05Z")
My heat and air conditioner only half way work when I’m driving; and sometimes when I turn my wheel, I hear a popping noise coming from under my car where my wheels are… --- ## [1997 Honda CR-V - Fan question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-cr-v-fan-question/161989)
**Author:** [@Bren47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bren47)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 9:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-cr-v-fan-question/161989 "2020-03-29T21:09:37Z")
I have a 97 Honda CRV that was resurrected from a junk yard. The problem is that after fixing both cooling fans i discovered they both only work when the AC compressor is turned on. This would be a good temp fix. But … --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Corvette - Puncture headaches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-corvette-puncture-headaches/161985)
**Author:** [@benbaer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/benbaer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-corvette-puncture-headaches/161985 "2020-03-29T20:34:38Z")
I have a slow leak (3 lbs. per week, (replenished weekly) in my run flats. Bridgestone Potenza mfg in 2011. small nail in same. 7/11th tread left, NO sidewall stress cracks, 25,000 miles driven. Three tire stores all r… --- ## [2007 Jeep Wrangler - Tuns like it is in 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-wrangler-tuns-like-it-is-in-4x4/161992)
**Author:** [@SallyN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SallyN)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-wrangler-tuns-like-it-is-in-4x4/161992 "2020-03-29T20:31:13Z")
My Jeep Wrangler turns like it is in 4 wheel drive but it’s not. When I am turning into tight corners it does the jerking motion like it would do in 4 wheel. I’ve checked and rechecked to make sure it is not engaged. It … --- ## [Is it possible to damage an automatic transmission/engine by letting off the gas quickly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-damage-an-automatic-transmission-engine-by-letting-off-the-gas-quickly/162033)
**Author:** [@RPOLICH63\_165892](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RPOLICH63_165892)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-damage-an-automatic-transmission-engine-by-letting-off-the-gas-quickly/162033 "2020-03-29T20:18:17Z")
I have a 2008 Scion tC and I am just curious, is it bad for your automatic transmission or engine by letting off of the gas quickly, as in just removing your foot from the pedal completely. This is what I always do, and … --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Impala - Starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-starting-issue/162055)
**Author:** [@PatrickWilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickWilliams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-starting-issue/162055 "2020-03-29T20:08:31Z")
Ray…love your column…I have an engine problem,when I start my car, when it has been sitting for more than 6 hours… mostly in the morning at first start & when I go home from work after 8 hours. There is a noise…sounds… --- ## [2016 Subaru Forester - How often and how far to run](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-forester-how-often-and-how-far-to-run/162053)
**Author:** [@BryanFlemming](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BryanFlemming)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-forester-how-often-and-how-far-to-run/162053 "2020-03-29T19:43:34Z")
How often and how far should my Subaru be driven to keep it in good shape during this time of self containment? --- ## [2014 GMC Acadia - left front clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-acadia-left-front-clunk/161981)
**Author:** [@David39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David39)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-acadia-left-front-clunk/161981 "2020-03-29T19:19:34Z")
Hi Ray, 2014 Acadia, 56k well maintained, gently driven, has developed a gradually increasing clunk in the left front. The dealer cannot diagnose, my regular shop says that it is “probably “ the strut failing, but they … --- ## [2006 BMW 325 - Heater takes long time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-bmw-325-heater-takes-long-time/162028)
**Author:** [@Moss06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Moss06)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-bmw-325-heater-takes-long-time/162028 "2020-03-29T19:03:55Z")
Heater cycles on and off, and takes for ever to finally heat. --- ## [2012 Ford Transit Connect - buzzes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-transit-connect-buzzes/162051)
**Author:** [@RobertDionne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertDionne)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-transit-connect-buzzes/162051 "2020-03-29T19:01:49Z")
Loud buzzing noise when accelerating or revving to 1900 RPM in park… Replaced right side engine mount but noise still persists --- ## [Stumped by 1994 Accord turn signals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-by-1994-accord-turn-signals/161983)
**Author:** [@Shawn10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shawn10)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-by-1994-accord-turn-signals/161983 "2020-03-29T17:48:05Z")
I have a 1994 Honda Accord EX. My turn signals started working only intermittently. they finally quit completely along with my hazards. I changed the relay, and they work now, but will suddenly stop working and just bu… --- ## [04 Taurus issues after 3 mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-taurus-issues-after-3-mechanics/104454)
**Author:** [@Jack.402084](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack.402084)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-taurus-issues-after-3-mechanics/104454 "2020-03-29T16:11:46Z")
Hello everybody I have a learning disability so please forgive me if I do not make sense. It is difficult to really understand what is going on. I have been to 3 mechanics and none of them have been able to help me. I… --- ## [Only half the hub came off!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/only-half-the-hub-came-off/161774)
**Author:** [@mikeo1026\_165198](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikeo1026_165198)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/only-half-the-hub-came-off/161774 "2020-03-29T13:43:11Z")
Hey again! I posted a week or so ago about a drone coming from the rear of my 2015 Forester and have since decided to replace both wheel bearings/hub. As an opportunist, I’m trying to learn some new skills with the who… --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Corvette - stuck convertible top](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-corvette-stuck-convertible-top/161954)
**Author:** [@SamMcNeiland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamMcNeiland)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 9:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-corvette-stuck-convertible-top/161954 "2020-03-29T09:43:51Z")
Manual convertible top is stuck, don’t want to force, is there a liquid or substance I can use to break seal between the rubber seal and painted surface without damage? Car was in storage for a number of years. --- ## [2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid electrical motor comes on less; mileage dropped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-electrical-motor-comes-on-less-mileage-dropped/132671)
**Author:** [@LindaMoss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaMoss)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-electrical-motor-comes-on-less-mileage-dropped/132671 "2020-03-29T02:31:28Z")
My Fusion hybrid, 44,000 miles, has been a great car, but a few months ago, the electrical motor began coming on less & less; now it almost never comes on, even when going downhill. Had it checked out by Ford but they h… --- ## [Second Hose from Valve Cover (Not PCV) What is it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/second-hose-from-valve-cover-not-pcv-what-is-it/161537)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/second-hose-from-valve-cover-not-pcv-what-is-it/161537 "2020-03-29T02:27:18Z")
Attached is the engine bay of a 2005 Camry. In red is the area of the PCV valve with a hose that goes directly into the intake manifold. What is the purpose of the second hose circled in blue? What is it called and what… --- ## [2008 Volvo C70 - Door opens when moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-c70-door-opens-when-moving/162022)
**Author:** [@ClydeThomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ClydeThomas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2020, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-c70-door-opens-when-moving/162022 "2020-03-29T00:34:21Z")
2008 volvo c70, passemger door opens while vechile is moving --- ## [2015 Honda Pilot - Fuel monitors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-pilot-fuel-monitors/162005)
**Author:** [@ChrisRiggins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisRiggins)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-pilot-fuel-monitors/162005 "2020-03-28T23:32:58Z")
I own a 2015 pilot that uses synthetic oil and its computer reports the % oil life left. My 2010 subaru uses regular oil and has no % oil life left feature. Is this feature supported on the Pilot because of the use of … --- ## [1997 dodge ram 1500 radiator leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-radiator-leak/162011)
**Author:** [@Stonerab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stonerab)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-radiator-leak/162011 "2020-03-28T21:01:21Z")
Radiator leak. I have a pinhole leak right at the bottom of this metal tube connecting to the engine. Pic include. Can it be replaced easily? Is it threaded on at the bottom? There is a lot of rust in the radiator as wel… --- ## [Smoke from passenger side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-from-passenger-side/161998)
**Author:** [@Pketylx\_165874](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pketylx_165874)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-from-passenger-side/161998 "2020-03-28T19:49:41Z")
Hi there, my car is a 2014 bmw 535 or the 5 series of that year I think with an I maybe? Recently I’ve noticed when I idle my car sometimes there is white smoke coming from seemingly under the passenger door, accompanied… --- ## [New Alternator and VR, Showing High Voltage Output](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-alternator-and-vr-showing-high-voltage-output/161969)
**Author:** [@goodwink\_165855](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goodwink_165855)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-alternator-and-vr-showing-high-voltage-output/161969 "2020-03-28T18:37:35Z")
My 1969 Plymouth Barracuda’s alternator was no good. I got a new one and installed it. The voltage was reading almost 18 at a high idle, and changed significantly with throttle changes. I replaced the voltage regulator a… --- ## [2005 Ford Escape Not Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-not-starting/161973)
**Author:** [@Eseoghene\_Duku](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eseoghene_Duku)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-not-starting/161973 "2020-03-28T16:42:07Z")
I recently bought a used 2005 Ford Escape and had to do some bodywork. Having removed the battery to weld some parts ,the car has refused to start and this sign is showing on the dashboard. It has a security device. How… --- ## [Does anyone know what this box that is dangling under my steering wheel of my Chevy lumina is. I have remote start and it doesn't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-this-box-that-is-dangling-under-my-steering-wheel-of-my-chevy-lumina-is-i-have-remote-start-and-it-doesnt-work/161994)
**Author:** [@huntsman.mckay\_165871](https://community.cartalk.com/u/huntsman.mckay_165871)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-know-what-this-box-that-is-dangling-under-my-steering-wheel-of-my-chevy-lumina-is-i-have-remote-start-and-it-doesnt-work/161994 "2020-03-28T16:14:29Z")
This is what’s under my steering wheel --- ## [2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes come on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-come-on/161848)
**Author:** [@campbell22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/campbell22)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-come-on/161848 "2020-03-28T16:02:06Z")
The brakes come on while your driving in the front --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Cruze won’t start after refueling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-cruze-won-t-start-after-refueling/157573)
**Author:** [@WallaceWhite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WallaceWhite)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-cruze-won-t-start-after-refueling/157573 "2020-03-28T15:35:54Z")
I ran out of gas (I think) and after refueling, she won’t start. I’ve pushed the valve stem on the fuel bar and gas shoots to the windshield. I pulled the coil pack and checked for spark and it’s good. I don’t have any… --- ## [No start 1994 Suburban](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-1994-suburban/161979)
**Author:** [@Blaine\_Vaughan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blaine_Vaughan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-1994-suburban/161979 "2020-03-28T15:30:01Z")
So I have a 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 5.7 Craziest thing is it will start and run fine only once a day after that the engine will turn over but I have no spark. Fuel is spraying in the TB. Changed coil, icm, ecm, rotary b… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis #1585319128](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2003-mercury-grand-marquis-1585319128/161944)
**Author:** [@cristobalperez176\_165839](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cristobalperez176_165839)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2003-mercury-grand-marquis-1585319128/161944 "2020-03-28T04:34:59Z")
I have a check engine light on, it doesn’t blink, it’s constant. My car is a 2003 Mercury Grand Marquis and it has 186,000 miles. Recently had a muffler delete on it but the neighbors were complaining so about a week ago… --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry Solara - evaluating timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-solara-evaluating-timing-belt/161838)
**Author:** [@CARNELLWILLIAMS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CARNELLWILLIAMS)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2020, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-solara-evaluating-timing-belt/161838 "2020-03-27T23:20:17Z")
How to test and/or change the timing belt beyond 180,000 miles. The car is running fine, but i’m not original owner, so I don’t know when it was last changed. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=390) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=392)