# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=439 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 440 --- ## [2004 Nissan Altima - oil is ok in the morning, but it’s gone when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-altima-oil-is-ok-in-the-morning-but-it-s-gone-when-warm/156343)
**Author:** [@johnlight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnlight)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-altima-oil-is-ok-in-the-morning-but-it-s-gone-when-warm/156343 "2020-01-12T23:44:33Z")
when I check my oil in the morn oil is ok when I check it warm it shows almost none --- ## [2017 Honda Accord Hybrid has brief burning smell from the vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-hybrid-has-brief-burning-smell-from-the-vents/155284)
**Author:** [@Burgess](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Burgess)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-hybrid-has-brief-burning-smell-from-the-vents/155284 "2020-01-12T23:43:45Z")
When cool to cold weather, for the 1st few minutes, when car is cold, we sometimes get what some describe as an electric burning smell coming from the heater vents. It seems to go away after a few minutes. Do not notice… --- ## [2006 Toyota Corolla Hesitates and Delayed Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-hesitates-and-delayed-starting/149024)
**Author:** [@MSC-B14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MSC-B14)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-hesitates-and-delayed-starting/149024 "2020-01-12T13:56:14Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla LE with 157k miles. For a while the starting has gone from firing right up to a slight delay when starting every few times. There is also a little hesitation and it feels like it idles a li… --- ## [Stalling 2015 GMC Terrain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-2015-gmc-terrain/156345)
**Author:** [@sharonBarger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sharonBarger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-2015-gmc-terrain/156345 "2020-01-12T13:44:43Z")
have had a 2015 for 2 weeks, left the house to do errands run fine, stop and got gas, went to Walmart running fine, when backing out stalled, put in neutral started again put in reverse stalled again, finally running but… --- ## [2012 Honda Civic - what do I do about a CEL?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-what-do-i-do-about-a-cel/156364)
**Author:** [@JohnMooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnMooter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-what-do-i-do-about-a-cel/156364 "2020-01-12T13:42:22Z")
check emissions light comes on. What do I do? Is it safe to drive? --- ## [Car diagnostic VW Golf 1.4FSI (2005)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-diagnostic-vw-golf-1-4fsi-2005/156369)
**Author:** [@Lorenz\_Weiremans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lorenz_Weiremans)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 10:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-diagnostic-vw-golf-1-4fsi-2005/156369 "2020-01-12T10:52:44Z")
Hi, Some background: I just bought the car three weeks ago and before I bought it they did a big service check. Last week I was driving from Belgium to Scotland and my car brokedown on the motorway. The AA helped me out… --- ## [Tensioner Stud Bolt snapped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tensioner-stud-bolt-snapped/156142)
**Author:** [@Adam\_Fuller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adam_Fuller)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tensioner-stud-bolt-snapped/156142 "2020-01-12T06:56:27Z")
Hi! 2005 Pontiac Vibe. Silly mistake–I replaced a belt tensioner due to excessive vibration in the top part where it attaches to the engine. Whether the movement weakened the stud bolt first or I just used too much fo… --- ## [BMW 440i "Low Coolant" light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-440i-low-coolant-light/152719)
**Author:** [@Connor.stratman\_149310](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connor.stratman_149310)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-440i-low-coolant-light/152719 "2020-01-12T03:06:43Z")
My BMW 440i has 27,000 miles on it. This morning, which was 25 F outside, the car gave the low coolant light. Topped the fluid off, and the rest of today it’s been fine. Checked under the car and found no leaked fluid an… --- ## [1996 Ford Ranger clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-ranger-clutch/156317)
**Author:** [@JamesMcGrail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesMcGrail)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-ford-ranger-clutch/156317 "2020-01-12T02:43:56Z")
I have a 1996 Ford Ranger pickup truck, 4 cyl. engine, manual 5 speed transmission. The shifting has become very very difficult. Engine runs well. 215000 miles. Is the master or slave cylinder bad, or is the clutch n… --- ## [2008 Volkswagen Jetta - key or ignition?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-jetta-key-or-ignition/156304)
**Author:** [@KoryCrossman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KoryCrossman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volkswagen-jetta-key-or-ignition/156304 "2020-01-12T02:15:25Z")
when I put the key in the ignition it either will not turn or its so hard to turn that it seems like the key is going to break to get it to turn over. What is the problem?? Key or ignition??? --- ## [2007 Honda Accord radio goes out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-radio-goes-out/156320)
**Author:** [@cheryl49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cheryl49)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2020, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-radio-goes-out/156320 "2020-01-12T01:47:23Z")
radio just quit working one day. I replaced the fuse(and it was not blown). It worked for about a month. It went out again.Did the same procedure and it did not last but a couple of weeks. My cousin’s husband removed the… --- ## [Car making weird noise and losing power: 2007 Honda Fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-weird-noise-and-losing-power-2007-honda-fit/156300)
**Author:** [@blest1369\_154678](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blest1369_154678)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-weird-noise-and-losing-power-2007-honda-fit/156300 "2020-01-11T23:59:29Z")
Please help. I have a 2007 Honda Fit automatic transmission. It started making a weird noise when revving above 3000-4000 rpm, like a chain clinking sound mixed with a rattle/ clink sound and a kind of exhaust chug. Has … --- ## [1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme knocks when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-oldsmobile-cutlass-supreme-knocks-when-accelerating/154194)
**Author:** [@bohasha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bohasha)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-oldsmobile-cutlass-supreme-knocks-when-accelerating/154194 "2020-01-11T21:46:18Z")
When I accelerate the car starts knocking – like it’s missing. Could the transmission be going out? Points and plugs seem okay. --- ## [Squeaky steering wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-steering-wheel/156326)
**Author:** [@alejandro50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alejandro50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-steering-wheel/156326 "2020-01-11T20:35:33Z")
squeaky steering wheel on 2009 300 C chrysler --- ## [2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer needs diagnostic help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-needs-diagnostic-help/155595)
**Author:** [@SharynCumming](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SharynCumming)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-needs-diagnostic-help/155595 "2020-01-11T19:16:50Z")
70 yo widow with a 2005 Chevy Trailblazer LT. Car was off. No key in ignition. Hadn’t been driven for hours. I was going to bed and noticed my headlights were on. I tried to turn off but nothing worked. Next mornin… --- ## [Can you fix terrible AM radio reception?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-fix-terrible-am-radio-reception/156155)
**Author:** [@KatherinePicard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatherinePicard)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-fix-terrible-am-radio-reception/156155 "2020-01-11T18:01:14Z")
I own a Toyota 2016 Highlander Limited with an AM radio that picks up basically no reception. Worse AM in any vehicle I have ever owned. Any FIX known? --- ## [2003 Lexus SC 430 - What to watch for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lexus-sc-430-what-to-watch-for/125912)
**Author:** [@Fender13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fender13)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lexus-sc-430-what-to-watch-for/125912 "2020-01-11T17:05:53Z")
Just acquired the Lexus sc430. Anything I should watch out for with a 100,00 miles on? --- ## [Smoke test requirements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-test-requirements/156246)
**Author:** [@Rebekah\_Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebekah_Johnson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-test-requirements/156246 "2020-01-11T16:39:15Z")
My Hyundai Elantra is throwing a P0456 code for small eval leak. I was told that a smoke test was necessary after replacing the gas cap didn’t keep the CEL off. Can a smoke test be done if there’s more than half a tank o… --- ## [Need help if you can please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-if-you-can-please/156280)
**Author:** [@Amberking232000\_161930](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amberking232000_161930)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-if-you-can-please/156280 "2020-01-11T16:29:20Z")
I have a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 4×4 I can put it in gear but it won’t move --- ## [2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Skips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-trailblazer-skips/155810)
**Author:** [@ddice7661\_161628](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ddice7661_161628)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-trailblazer-skips/155810 "2020-01-11T16:15:29Z")
My 04 Trailblazer has a skip in the engine when it is cold or under a strain ( going up hill ) After it warms up it seems to be a little better but the skip is still there. I replaced 2 coils so far and cleared the code.… --- ## [98 Buick LeSabre Heating problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-buick-lesabre-heating-problems/155026)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-buick-lesabre-heating-problems/155026 "2020-01-11T15:24:08Z")
I have a LeSabre that blows warm air on the floor and cold air at the window defroster. The vent blows very little air and what it does is a mix between warm and cold. After the vent is left on for 20+ mins it may star… --- ## [White smoke from 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-from-2003-hyundai-santa-fe/156307)
**Author:** [@AlfredPalm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlfredPalm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-from-2003-hyundai-santa-fe/156307 "2020-01-11T14:44:59Z")
While smoke coming from exhaust. Gas casket is not blown neither check engine light is on. --- ## [2002 Lexus SC 430 GPS tilt function is broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lexus-sc-430-gps-tilt-function-is-broken/117713)
**Author:** [@MichaelWeston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelWeston)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lexus-sc-430-gps-tilt-function-is-broken/117713 "2020-01-11T12:40:31Z")
the Tilt function on my GPS screen is stuck in one position and won’t return to the other “higher” position. suggestions on getting it to work again? --- ## [2018 RAM 3500 - Bounces](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ram-3500-bounces/156261)
**Author:** [@Karl22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karl22)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ram-3500-bounces/156261 "2020-01-11T05:06:49Z")
have a dually that on occasion will start bouncing uncontrollably after hitting a series of bumps usually when it happens I am traveling at highway speed and practically have to stop driving to get it to quit --- ## [1999 Toyota Avalon XL 3.0 - Power Steering Leak, Part identification](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-avalon-xl-3-0-power-steering-leak-part-identification/156270)
**Author:** [@Huks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Huks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-avalon-xl-3-0-power-steering-leak-part-identification/156270 "2020-01-11T04:43:44Z")
My Mothers car has a power steering leak. She is constantly losing power steering fluid. I was able to trace the leak using a UV dye to the part pictured but I don’t know which power steering hose this is. --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry - how did this happen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-how-did-this-happen/156221)
**Author:** [@Jason34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason34)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-how-did-this-happen/156221 "2020-01-11T04:34:28Z")
Hello, I have the following issue with my 2018 Toyota Camry and need some ideas or advise on what to do: In the morning I parked the car and turned off the engine and the car started to roll forward. I started the car… --- ## [Weird AC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-ac-issue/156239)
**Author:** [@daboy85\_161905](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daboy85_161905)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-ac-issue/156239 "2020-01-11T04:25:41Z")
Good Evening all from Sunny South Florida, I have a 2012 Kia Rio5 EX with about 108k miles. I have noticed that when the AC is on low between 1&2 the pressure behind the air starts to decrease, if I turn it to 3 or 4 it… --- ## [Found On Road Dead: Spark Plug Electrode broke, now I need a whole new engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-on-road-dead-spark-plug-electrode-broke-now-i-need-a-whole-new-engine/155896)
**Author:** [@MikeBennett40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeBennett40)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-on-road-dead-spark-plug-electrode-broke-now-i-need-a-whole-new-engine/155896 "2020-01-11T04:19:56Z")
I mentioned this in another thread but this thread title is more accurate and I need more info. A few months ago I got a Check Engine Light. I did notice the truck running a little roughen cold mornings, but once it wa… --- ## [2017 Acura RDX - new noise after new suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-acura-rdx-new-noise-after-new-suspension/156199)
**Author:** [@Wickman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wickman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-acura-rdx-new-noise-after-new-suspension/156199 "2020-01-11T04:01:22Z")
Replaced all tires. Replaced all new suspension. PROBLEM: When hit any bumps in road the car sounds like you hit the bump in back. No shimmering or vibration though --- ## [2012 Lincoln MKS - Rusting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mks-rusting/156264)
**Author:** [@Patward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Patward)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2020, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mks-rusting/156264 "2020-01-11T03:29:51Z")
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