# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=423 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 424 --- ## [2005 Chrysler Pacifica drive train clunking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pacifica-drive-train-clunking/157908)
**Author:** [@Norv41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Norv41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pacifica-drive-train-clunking/157908 "2020-02-05T16:12:30Z")
Drive train clunking sound when feathering the accelerator. No problem during accelerating and turning. Car has only 50k miles --- ## [2013 Equinox Battery Issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-battery-issue/157903)
**Author:** [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-battery-issue/157903 "2020-02-05T14:26:43Z")
2013 Equinox, 93k miles, original battery. After sitting over the weekend the care turned over slowly but managed to start. I decided not to push my luck and get a new battery. To save myself a return trip to the parts … --- ## [1998 Honda CR-V - is there a connection?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-cr-v-is-there-a-connection/157939)
**Author:** [@MarneLindhorst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarneLindhorst)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-cr-v-is-there-a-connection/157939 "2020-02-05T14:38:33Z")
I just replaced my ignition switch. I took the old one apart. The contacts were hashed and covered with kind of a carbon deposit. Age, I’m guessing. About a week prior to that my SRS light had come on. It’s still on. … --- ## [Haven’t used dealership for 2014 Chevrolet Traverse service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haven-t-used-dealership-for-2014-chevrolet-traverse-service/157874)
**Author:** [@Purchaser1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purchaser1234)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haven-t-used-dealership-for-2014-chevrolet-traverse-service/157874 "2020-02-05T13:31:18Z")
I purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. I replace my headlamps about every 2 months. I have not taken it to the dealership however from reading the complaint listed here, doesn’t sound like the dealership is a viable opti… --- ## [2009 Ford Escape - several codes, but runs fine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-several-codes-but-runs-fine/157932)
**Author:** [@DavidDolley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidDolley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 12:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-several-codes-but-runs-fine/157932 "2020-02-05T12:27:23Z")
My check engine light goes on and been to two different garages. They both have said the same code with about several thousand dollars worth of repairs and the car runs perfect, does not burn oil, good on gas and has 46,… --- ## [P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire (random)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-cylinder-4-misfire-random/157909)
**Author:** [@icer22x\_162045](https://community.cartalk.com/u/icer22x_162045)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-cylinder-4-misfire-random/157909 "2020-02-05T05:40:47Z")
2007 Jeep Compass, 2.4L 4 Cylinder, 140K miles At idle, I randomly get a P0304. Sometimes a month will pass before I get it again. I have swapped the plug, coil, and injector with another cylinder. Still throwing a misf… --- ## [2020 Subaru Crosstrek - Rain gets in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-crosstrek-rain-gets-in/157858)
**Author:** [@ArtieAbelowitz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArtieAbelowitz)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-crosstrek-rain-gets-in/157858 "2020-02-05T04:35:19Z")
After a heavy rain, opened the driver’s door and water started pouring out from the bottom front of the door. Dealer said that they could not reproduce the problem. Should I be concerned. Car is brand new. --- ## [2009 Cadillac CTS - Buy this car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-cadillac-cts-buy-this-car/157816)
**Author:** [@James49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James49)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-cadillac-cts-buy-this-car/157816 "2020-02-05T03:01:50Z")
I am wanting to buy a 2009 cadillac CTS with 160K miles. Its only 6k and its a 3.6L Direct Injection Engine. Is it worth it? The owner took great care of it before he died. --- ## [2016 Ford Edge 2.0 eco wont re-start after driving for a few hours](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-2-0-eco-wont-re-start-after-driving-for-a-few-hours/157917)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Lowe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Lowe)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-2-0-eco-wont-re-start-after-driving-for-a-few-hours/157917 "2020-02-05T03:01:50Z")
2016 ford edge with 2.0 ecoboost, 118k . Hot start issues. First start of the day, starts and runs fine, zero issues. After driving for 2 hours or so and stopping, car will not restart. Sometimes it starts briefly, but … --- ## [P0420 - 2002 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-2002-toyota-camry/157872)
**Author:** [@dolores23rollinger\_162923](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dolores23rollinger_162923)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-2002-toyota-camry/157872 "2020-02-05T01:03:57Z")
P0420 code “Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1). Changed 02 upstream sensor Reset code by disconnecting battery 1 hr Check engine light has been going on and off since not blinking. But in for ahile t… --- ## [Car stereo won't work!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stereo-wont-work/157891)
**Author:** [@Alex\_Florin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alex_Florin)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2020, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stereo-wont-work/157891 "2020-02-05T00:53:24Z")
Hi ! I just bought a Pioneer stereo player for my Fiat Grande Punto 2009 , I plug in the ISO adapter but it doesn’t power on . What do I have to do ? Thanks ! --- ## [1993 MB E-Class - looking for convertible-specific interior trim parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-mb-e-class-looking-for-convertible-specific-interior-trim-parts/157926)
**Author:** [@KevinCheek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinCheek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-mb-e-class-looking-for-convertible-specific-interior-trim-parts/157926 "2020-02-04T22:50:17Z")
I have a 1993 Mercedes 300CE Convertible. Does anyone know where to find convertible-specific interior trim parts? I need: Plastic bezels around the convertible latch handles, the wood panel around the gearshift lever (h… --- ## [2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - what really happened with the nav system?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-what-really-happened-with-the-nav-system/157924)
**Author:** [@Joel48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joel48)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-what-really-happened-with-the-nav-system/157924 "2020-02-04T22:10:39Z")
Bought my Jeep used. After purchase a few months ago, I tried to use the Navigation system and it said the maps were not installed. I took it to the dealership and they told me it had an error code and if I wanted the … --- ## [1996 Honda Accord: advice for private sale](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-accord-advice-for-private-sale/157915)
**Author:** [@CEASE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CEASE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-accord-advice-for-private-sale/157915 "2020-02-04T20:20:00Z")
Im thinking about buying this vehicle for $1000 with 173k miles on it. I just wanted to know what should I look out for when it comes to inspecting the vehicle myself, I’m buying it off a private owner. I just wanted any… --- ## [P1450 code!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p1450-code/157896)
**Author:** [@mamamoore2013\_162939](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mamamoore2013_162939)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p1450-code/157896 "2020-02-04T16:05:28Z")
I am at a complete lose!!! About a year ago my 2015 ford fusion titanium threw a p1450 code. I have been fighting it ever since. I replaced the purge valve and solenoid, new plugs, both the high and low fuel pressure sen… --- ## [2002 Ford varying rpm on cruise control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-varying-rpm-on-cruise-control/157536)
**Author:** [@Chaos01126\_161111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chaos01126_161111)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-varying-rpm-on-cruise-control/157536 "2020-02-04T14:08:26Z")
This Is a 2002 Ford focus se 4door wagon dohc Vin 3 automatic transmission. So in cruise control going any faster than 35mph and having a varying 500 rpm and the speed drops up and down 2-4mph as well I do feel it in th… --- ## [Points gap and plug gap for a 1995 Mazda B2600 4x4 double cab (rough running, loss of power, backfiring)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/points-gap-and-plug-gap-for-a-1995-mazda-b2600-4x4-double-cab-rough-running-loss-of-power-backfiring/157329)
**Author:** [@CraigGrimmer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CraigGrimmer)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2020, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/points-gap-and-plug-gap-for-a-1995-mazda-b2600-4x4-double-cab-rough-running-loss-of-power-backfiring/157329 "2020-02-03T23:25:12Z")
Good afternoon All Does anyone know the correct distributor points gap and spark plug gap for a 1995 Mazda B2600 4x4 double cab (petrol motor without fuel injection)? I’ve had four breakdowns in the last year, the symp… --- ## [2018 Toyota RAV4 - clearing gas cap code without a trip to the dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-rav4-clearing-gas-cap-code-without-a-trip-to-the-dealer/156315)
**Author:** [@Dan28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan28)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-rav4-clearing-gas-cap-code-without-a-trip-to-the-dealer/156315 "2020-01-12T05:16:38Z")
gas cap problem check engine light comes on.dealer cleared code. so for ok. how do i fix . with out going to dealer ship and paying 129.00 .to clear code --- ## [2016 stubborn malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-stubborn-malibu/157823)
**Author:** [@Tennesseelivin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tennesseelivin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-stubborn-malibu/157823 "2020-02-04T04:57:49Z")
Help lol I have a 2016 Chevy malibu and the engine light is on and the code its throwing says o2 sensor but its driving fine no issues no smoking no nothing. Other than light being on you wouldn’t know it had an issues.… --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry - Odd transmission behavior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-odd-transmission-behavior/157863)
**Author:** [@CHUCK37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CHUCK37)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-odd-transmission-behavior/157863 "2020-02-04T04:47:04Z")
Hi, I have owned my Camry since 5 years old and this is the first winter that I have used it as she is usually a summer car only… I have two issues that may be related when cruising on a road with no grade at approx. 35 … --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Malibu - can we trade in this condition?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-can-we-trade-in-this-condition/157550)
**Author:** [@bonniedue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bonniedue)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-can-we-trade-in-this-condition/157550 "2020-02-04T03:02:45Z")
Check engine light came on–had car checked and they said we needed a rocker arm -ordered 3 months ago and still don’t have it. There is no eta for this part. How can we trade it in in this condition. Is it harming the … --- ## [2015 Ford F-150 passenger seat counterweight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f-150-passenger-seat-counterweight/157663)
**Author:** [@GregHarma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GregHarma)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f-150-passenger-seat-counterweight/157663 "2020-02-04T02:56:42Z")
Anyone ever heard of the front passenger seat counterweight breaking loose/vibrating badly? --- ## [2001 Toyota Camry - The key question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-the-key-question/157810)
**Author:** [@BruceSwank](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BruceSwank)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-the-key-question/157810 "2020-02-04T02:54:25Z")
I bought a 2001 Toyota Camry LE for my HS daughter. It came with 2 valet keys so I can only open my trunk from the inside trunk release. I read that Toyota’s of this vintage had to pull computer out and either reprogram … --- ## [2018 Kia Soul - gas mileage fluctuates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-soul-gas-mileage-fluctuates/157878)
**Author:** [@Mark44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark44)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-soul-gas-mileage-fluctuates/157878 "2020-02-04T02:53:21Z")
Yes the gas Mileage is up and down not consistent. I too get bad gas Mileage --- ## [2017 Mitsubishi Mirage squeaky drive belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mitsubishi-mirage-squeaky-drive-belt/157825)
**Author:** [@KenHayward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KenHayward)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mitsubishi-mirage-squeaky-drive-belt/157825 "2020-02-04T01:27:27Z")
Hello …. I have a 2017 Mitsubishi Mirage with a 1.2 liter 3 cyl. engine. It has 37,000 miles on it. My problem with it is a squeaky drive belt. I have had it replaced , and had the pulleys checked, everything seems fine… --- ## [2011 Toyota Camry - HVAC issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-hvac-issues/157854)
**Author:** [@Cheryl11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cheryl11)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-hvac-issues/157854 "2020-02-04T00:55:17Z")
I love your column! I have a 2011 Toyota Camry. I’m having an issue of hearing clicking sounds when I turn on the AC or heating. I also smell fumes inside the vehicle whenever I use either. Just the other day, I star… --- ## [1998 Dodge Caravan - Trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-caravan-trans/157852)
**Author:** [@TerrySimono](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TerrySimono)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2020, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-caravan-trans/157852 "2020-02-04T00:39:21Z")
I was driving down the road and I lost all the gears except 1st gear and now that’s all it has. No reverse. If I put it in drive it will go until it shifts out of 1st then nothing. I have to stop and shut it off. restart… --- ## [2003 Mazda MPV spark plugs pop out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-mpv-spark-plugs-pop-out/157869)
**Author:** [@Lucasmaceira](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lucasmaceira)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2020, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-mpv-spark-plugs-pop-out/157869 "2020-02-03T23:39:28Z")
Why do my spark plugs keep popping out and stripping the threads? --- ## [Electrical issues, relay fail hours after installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-issues-relay-fail-hours-after-installation/157864)
**Author:** [@ofergreenbergil\_162917](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ofergreenbergil_162917)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2020, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-issues-relay-fail-hours-after-installation/157864 "2020-02-03T22:49:26Z")
I been having some electrical issues over the years, they seemed unrelated at first, but I don’t know anymore. Two relays that are placed next to each other both failed (AC clutch compressor and low beam headlights). I g… --- ## [Vibration while stopped - transmission?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-while-stopped-transmission/157867)
**Author:** [@hrabbot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hrabbot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2020, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-while-stopped-transmission/157867 "2020-02-03T22:31:40Z")
My Nissan NV3500 van vibrates/shudders while stopped and in gear. The vibration goes away if I shift into neutral, and also goes away as soon as I begin accelerating from a stop. I just (2 days ago) swapped the engine … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=422) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=424)