# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=396 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 397 --- ## [2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Smells like gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-c-class-smells-like-gas/161277)
**Author:** [@Gracie25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gracie25)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-c-class-smells-like-gas/161277 "2020-03-18T12:36:46Z")
When I start my car in the morning I can smell gas very strong --- ## [2001 Dodge Dakota - Leaf spring question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-leaf-spring-question/161274)
**Author:** [@DanaBowles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanaBowles)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-leaf-spring-question/161274 "2020-03-17T19:25:35Z")
Can you remove the drivers side front leaf spring bolt by just slightly lowering the gas tank or do you have to remove it? --- ## [Alternator Pulley Inconsistent Spin (is this a sure sign of a bad alternator?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-pulley-inconsistent-spin-is-this-a-sure-sign-of-a-bad-alternator/161252)
**Author:** [@jdoerotmgboxxer3915\_164526](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdoerotmgboxxer3915_164526)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 10:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-pulley-inconsistent-spin-is-this-a-sure-sign-of-a-bad-alternator/161252 "2020-03-18T10:26:47Z")
So the alternator belt on my kia rio broke I made a post and got some good responses about what to do and decided I would replace all 3 drive belts (good thing too as the AC belt looked SUPER worn on bottom). Anyways as … --- ## [2015 Toyota Camry transmission fluid interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-transmission-fluid-interval/115570)
**Author:** [@eparamdward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eparamdward)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-transmission-fluid-interval/115570 "2020-03-18T04:39:30Z")
at what mileage should I change thr transmission oil in my 2015 Toyota camry --- ## [Truck not running well after 30 minutes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-not-running-well-after-30-minutes/160817)
**Author:** [@Jordan69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordan69)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-not-running-well-after-30-minutes/160817 "2020-03-18T03:10:24Z")
Greetings everyone, I have been restoring this 1996 Chevy K1500 V6 Vortec engine, 5 manual speed. Its shell has 237,000 with a replacement engine that has 64,000 miles. Almost everything has been replaced, from gas line… --- ## [Oil Pressure Light 2008 Ford Escape XLT 4WD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4wd/161186)
**Author:** [@Brenden\_Oblinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brenden_Oblinger)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4wd/161186 "2020-03-18T03:05:02Z")
I have a question. I picked up this 2008 Ford Escape XLT 4WD about about a month ago with approximately 111,200 miles. I’ve been driving it off and on now for the month I’ve owned it and I’ve got about 112,400 miles. Abo… --- ## [P0402, is it my EGR valve?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0402-is-it-my-egr-valve/155304)
**Author:** [@Iamsupernova5891](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Iamsupernova5891)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2020, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0402-is-it-my-egr-valve/155304 "2020-03-18T00:40:14Z")
2010 Ford Mustang v6 There’s not much as far as obvious symptoms. It does shudder a bit after coming to a stop from the highway, but only for a second. The RPMs bounce a tiny bit at idle, but only very slightly (like fr… --- ## [Accelerator lags when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accelerator-lags-when-cold/158206)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accelerator-lags-when-cold/158206 "2020-03-17T19:47:05Z")
The accelerator lags for a few minutes when I start cold (after a few days). Since it starts working after a few minutes, rather than persists, I think that means it isn’t the accelerator cable. Because it doesn’t back… --- ## [Color Lights Interior to Car, are they ok?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/color-lights-interior-to-car-are-they-ok/161201)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/color-lights-interior-to-car-are-they-ok/161201 "2020-03-17T19:33:31Z")
I live in USA in the state of CT. Are there laws on the color of interior lights? Like if I used a color LED for the door light, that only turns on while the door is open and the car is not moving, I assume I’m fine? I … --- ## [Honda Accord 2013](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2013/161209)
**Author:** [@Delacruzanderson7255\_165278](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Delacruzanderson7255_165278)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2013/161209 "2020-03-17T18:52:14Z")
I changed my oil two days ago and shortly after a day or so I was at a red light when suddenly i step on the gas and my car doesn’t at all. i had to turn it off and turn it back and on then it allowed me to move. I also … --- ## [Toyota Camry 2001--Interference Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-2001-interference-engine/50053)
**Author:** [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-2001-interference-engine/50053 "2020-03-17T18:48:43Z")
I have a 2001 Camry with very low miles, just over 37k, bought from a relative. It is due (well, overdue) for a timing belt due to age. Is the 4-cylinder engine in this car an "interference" type that damages the valve… --- ## [New strut assemblies, squeaking when turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-strut-assemblies-squeaking-when-turning/92358)
**Author:** [@Rondog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rondog)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-strut-assemblies-squeaking-when-turning/92358 "2020-03-17T18:27:17Z")
So I bought and installed this...http://www.ebay.com/itm/291641799742?\_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT. Everything seemed to go just fine, but now when I turn the wheel I get a rubber on metal t… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Malibu - headlights question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-headlights-question/161192)
**Author:** [@Pete28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pete28)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-headlights-question/161192 "2020-03-17T17:32:29Z")
drivers side headlights, operate correctly with key fob when car started with key, light doesn’t come on, i’ve replaced headlights, hi low, wire harness, relays, cleaned all grounds, talked to chevy , got schematics,… --- ## [2006 Honda Accord Cpe - Leaky Cat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-cpe-leaky-cat/161243)
**Author:** [@amecmalik\_165304](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amecmalik_165304)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-cpe-leaky-cat/161243 "2020-03-17T15:43:56Z")
I have a leak in the flange of my catalytic converter. It’s causing my car to be a little loud when starting and my car also drinks more gas because of this. It’ll be too much work and too costly to repair it, so I was l… --- ## [2016 Ford F-150 Electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-electrical-problem/161184)
**Author:** [@DONQUICK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DONQUICK)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-electrical-problem/161184 "2020-03-17T15:24:49Z")
2016 f150 crew cab black.drivers door lock system will lock then unlock,lock shut door unlocks hit fob twice doors sound like they lock then you here the locking mechinizime on all 4 doors activate again then the whole t… --- ## [CV joint or Bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-joint-or-bearing/1909)
**Author:** [@nbpt100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbpt100)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-joint-or-bearing/1909 "2020-03-17T15:18:24Z")
I have a noise as I drive coming from the front right section of the car. No vibration and the car tracks fine. The noise reminds me of a bad wheel bearing or a tire problem. The faster you go the more noticable it gets.… --- ## [2003 Lincoln LS - Shifting trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-shifting-trouble/161176)
**Author:** [@AnitaLujan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnitaLujan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-shifting-trouble/161176 "2020-03-17T14:09:30Z")
My car keeps showing an E instead of D5 when I put it in drive. It will not shift gears but sometimes it will jump and start shifting. There are times when I have to pull over and turn my car off for a few minutes. After… --- ## [2001 Honda CR-V - Died won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-cr-v-died-wont-start/161083)
**Author:** [@NellyAdams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NellyAdams)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-cr-v-died-wont-start/161083 "2020-03-17T13:58:59Z")
car died while driving would not start --- ## [2015 Ford Taurus - Vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-vibrates/161250)
**Author:** [@charlesMule](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charlesMule)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-vibrates/161250 "2020-03-17T13:50:31Z")
when i dont drive my car for a day or two i notice a little vibration in the car.the steering wheel is not shacking and eventually goes away.Any ideas,Charlie --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Malibu jerks and emits a weird smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-malibu-jerks-and-emits-a-weird-smell/161181)
**Author:** [@Alesha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alesha)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 11:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-malibu-jerks-and-emits-a-weird-smell/161181 "2020-03-17T11:40:10Z")
I recently had spark plugs and 1 new ignition coil put on my car. It is jerking extremely hard and has a weird smell. One mechanic recommended replacing the ECM. Will this alone, stop this horrible miss, or are there oth… --- ## [Trouble shifting 2010 Ford Mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-shifting-2010-ford-mustang/161224)
**Author:** [@tim00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tim00)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 11:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-shifting-2010-ford-mustang/161224 "2020-03-17T11:29:03Z")
wont move in forward or revers only rocks back and fourth will drive if put in 1st then 2nd then 3rd --- ## [2003 Buick LeSabre - Overheats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-lesabre-overheats/161108)
**Author:** [@MichaelGreen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelGreen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-lesabre-overheats/161108 "2020-03-17T04:53:29Z")
My 2003 buick lesabre is overheating. I have a new radiator, new thermostat, 50/50 coolant. Its still running hot --- ## [2007 Ford Freestyle - dealer doesn’t have a trans specialist](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-freestyle-dealer-doesn-t-have-a-trans-specialist/160986)
**Author:** [@JohnScholl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnScholl)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-freestyle-dealer-doesn-t-have-a-trans-specialist/160986 "2020-03-17T04:17:19Z")
I have 116,000 miles on my vehicle. My throttle control/transmission warning light has come on. I took it to the dealer and the internal error code refers to the transmission. The dealer does not a mechanic qualified to … --- ## [2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Battery Cell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-battery-cell/161229)
**Author:** [@westmor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/westmor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-battery-cell/161229 "2020-03-17T03:37:25Z")
My mileage has dropped from about 40 MPH to 30 MPH and my research and the age of the car, 10.5 years suggest that I need to repair or replace my hybrid battery. Because I am retired and have worked with electrical cont… --- ## [Coolant Leak 2003 VW Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-2003-vw-jetta/161217)
**Author:** [@pmallard33\_165281](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pmallard33_165281)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-2003-vw-jetta/161217 "2020-03-17T01:38:04Z")
Hello, I believe I need to replace my coolant flange. My car has been sitting for a couple weeks, and I noticed a large stain on the driveway from a coolant leak on the driver side. After inspecting the area, I believ… --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester buzzed while parked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-buzzed-while-parked/160998)
**Author:** [@JW47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JW47)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-buzzed-while-parked/160998 "2020-03-17T00:16:26Z")
heard a buzzing under the rear of my 2017 Forester, parked in the garage. then it stopped. should I be concerned? --- ## [97 Wrangler problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-wrangler-problem/161177)
**Author:** [@Gregrmart04\_165212](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gregrmart04_165212)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-wrangler-problem/161177 "2020-03-17T00:03:08Z")
I have a 97 TJ, 2.5 ltr auto. For some time now Ive had some issues with my Wrangler turning over. I thought I had the problem fixed when I installed a new igition switch actuator (actually was broke when I took it out).… --- ## [Bearings or Rotors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearings-or-rotors/161115)
**Author:** [@mikeo1026\_165198](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikeo1026_165198)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2020, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearings-or-rotors/161115 "2020-03-16T23:52:20Z")
Hello, everyone! My car expertise up to now has been oil changes and brake changes. For about the last two months there has been a dull drone coming from the rear of my 2015 Subaru Forester that just hit 100,000 miles.… --- ## [Can you mix antifreezes or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-mix-antifreezes-or-not/161196)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2020, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-mix-antifreezes-or-not/161196 "2020-03-16T21:56:17Z")
2014 Dodge Journey with 130k miles. Had a Check Engine light last week. The scan said to replace the thermostat, which I did yesterday. In the course of doing that, about a half gallon of orange antifreeze ran out int… --- ## [2004 Prius - water in the rear battery compartment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-prius-water-in-the-rear-battery-compartment/56516)
**Author:** [@kaycjay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kaycjay)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2020, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-prius-water-in-the-rear-battery-compartment/56516 "2020-03-16T20:52:13Z")
I have a 2004 Prius which began smelling musty. I discovered water in the trunk area, which I was able to drain by removing the plugs in the spare area. BUT, there is also water standing in the small well in which the ba… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=395) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=397)