# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=444 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 445 --- ## [Nissan Altima 2003 Startup Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-altima-2003-startup-issues/155903)
**Author:** [@John\_Jones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Jones)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2020, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-altima-2003-startup-issues/155903 "2020-01-05T14:41:05Z")
When the weather is warm (50 degrees and above) I experience no problems. However, the colder it gets, the worse the problem gets. The car will start, but then almost die and rev up and down for a while. It will also sho… --- ## [2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-died/155807)
**Author:** [@JDilts379](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JDilts379)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2020, 9:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-died/155807 "2020-01-05T09:42:34Z")
I have a 2011 Grand Cherokee Limited with the 5.7 hemi. I went out to start it the other day to warm it up and after about 2 or 3 minutes it turned itself off. Went to start it back and it will not even attempt to turn o… --- ## [While driving car lost acceleration and power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/while-driving-car-lost-acceleration-and-power-steering/89608)
**Author:** [@lorenjames](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lorenjames)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2020, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/while-driving-car-lost-acceleration-and-power-steering/89608 "2020-01-05T01:03:28Z")
Hi, Yesterday I was driving on a 40 mph road. My car suddenly lost all power to accelerate, the steering wheel became very hard to turn and the brake wouldn't work. I managed to turn on a side road and use the emergenc… --- ## [2001 Chevrolet Impala consuming more gas after misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-impala-consuming-more-gas-after-misfire/155787)
**Author:** [@Anna39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anna39)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-impala-consuming-more-gas-after-misfire/155787 "2020-01-04T20:13:06Z")
So she misfired in the rain about a month ago. They said there was a misfire but that he couldn’t see any reason why it misfired. So then today on another heavy rain I was driving and I sped up on the interstate and it s… --- ## [Toyota "Limp" mode?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-limp-mode/29745)
**Author:** [@Car\_Hack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Hack)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-limp-mode/29745 "2020-01-04T18:39:01Z")
Does Toyota (2006 Sienna minivan) have a limp mode when there is something wrong with this car? A friend asked me to help charge their car battery. Their Uncle (who speaks little English) had a hard time conveying to m… --- ## [No horn, but I hear a click](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-horn-but-i-hear-a-click/124392)
**Author:** [@Jerad1389](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jerad1389)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-horn-but-i-hear-a-click/124392 "2020-01-04T15:48:38Z")
1987 Ford F150, 302 5.0L automatic. The horn of my truck has been removed, but when I push the steering wheel to activate the horn, I do hear a click. I replaced the horn and still no sound, just a click (I returned tha… --- ## [2011 Subaru Forester - Short block gone wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-forester-short-block-gone-wrong/155676)
**Author:** [@KathrynOgle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KathrynOgle)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-forester-short-block-gone-wrong/155676 "2020-01-04T12:38:36Z")
Subaru replaced my shortblock due to class action oil consumption. They did a lousy job and it is leaking in many areas…stinks to high heaven. My mechanic said he would need to pull the shortblock out and put it back i… --- ## [2007 Kia Optima - Side visors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-optima-side-visors/155660)
**Author:** [@DeidreTranter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeidreTranter)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-optima-side-visors/155660 "2020-01-04T06:22:48Z")
I read somewhere there was a problem with the sun visors on 2007 Kia Optimas. I had to have passenger side replaced not to long after I got it. It broke again. Funny nobody is on that side very often and it is the one th… --- ## [2011 Buick LaCrosse - Leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-leaks/155812)
**Author:** [@larry42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larry42)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-leaks/155812 "2020-01-04T04:17:18Z")
water leaking into car puddling in drivers side floor --- ## [2009 Ford F-150 - Leak causes mold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-f-150-leak-causes-mold/155751)
**Author:** [@StevenRichardson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StevenRichardson)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-f-150-leak-causes-mold/155751 "2020-01-04T03:57:25Z")
Steering wheel cover has withered away. It leaks on my driver side and creates mold inside the vehicle. I noticed it first on the passenger side and then in the back right side. I fixed it with silicone and “crazy gl… --- ## [2016 Toyota Tacoma - Trans slams](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-tacoma-trans-slams/155814)
**Author:** [@AaronHuntley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AaronHuntley)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-tacoma-trans-slams/155814 "2020-01-04T03:39:30Z")
I have a 2016 Toyota Tacoma. V6 TRD off-road extended cab short bed. In colder weather (but not necessary) before the vehicles at Prime operating conditions. When the vehicle slows down quickly. Generally 35 miles an hou… --- ## [2016 Honda HR-V - Water issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-water-issue/155804)
**Author:** [@Alyce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alyce)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-water-issue/155804 "2020-01-04T03:27:46Z")
Same as above, after several days of continual rain water began leaking over drivers side rear wheel. Spare tire well ended up with 1" +or- of water and the Honda dealer would not examine the vehicle for free. Never wrec… --- ## [2004 Honda Civic Cpe - Oil line help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-cpe-oil-line-help/155748)
**Author:** [@ValentinoPizano](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ValentinoPizano)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-cpe-oil-line-help/155748 "2020-01-04T02:06:09Z")
How do you fix an oil line? --- ## [Mercedez Benz 1995 c class by elegance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedez-benz-1995-c-class-by-elegance/155710)
**Author:** [@Justin\_O\_Donnel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justin_O_Donnel)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2020, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedez-benz-1995-c-class-by-elegance/155710 "2020-01-04T00:35:01Z")
Hello . I do not know much about cars,first of all. I bought a Mercedes benz 1995 c class a few weeks ago . It stood still for 2 years . Issue NO 1 : First thing I need to see it fix , is a coolant leakage ( green fl… --- ## [Different tire sizes on front and rear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-tire-sizes-on-front-and-rear/291)
**Author:** [@arighteousbabe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arighteousbabe)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/different-tire-sizes-on-front-and-rear/291 "2020-01-03T22:48:24Z")
Hi guys, This is Christy, aka weecamlass from the old forum (they said I couldn't use my old name because it contained "inappropriate words" - would that be the first part of the name or the last?) Anyway, afte… --- ## [Gas pump nozzle shuts off before tank full](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-nozzle-shuts-off-before-tank-full/153378)
**Author:** [@jeoinva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeoinva)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-nozzle-shuts-off-before-tank-full/153378 "2020-01-03T22:39:15Z")
We have a 2006 Dodge Caravan. This past week, both my husband and son have complained that they can’t put more than 5 gallons of gas in the tank before the nozzle shuts off. So different pumps at different gas stations.… --- ## [2011 Nissan Juke - Can I roll-start this thing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-juke-can-i-roll-start-this-thing/155792)
**Author:** [@Markgault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Markgault)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-juke-can-i-roll-start-this-thing/155792 "2020-01-03T21:51:59Z")
Can I roll start my nissan juke 2011 desiel --- ## [Unexpected acceleration in my Fiat 500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration-in-my-fiat-500/155774)
**Author:** [@GaryPage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryPage)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration-in-my-fiat-500/155774 "2020-01-03T21:48:40Z")
Like S. Newman, Benica, CA, US my Fiat 500L on two occasions, one getting ready to park and one while stopping at a red light, unexpectedly accelerated. No there was no loose mat on the accelerator and yes I had my foot … --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Shifts during Cruise mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-silverado-1500-shifts-during-cruise-mode/155783)
**Author:** [@Guetschow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guetschow)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-silverado-1500-shifts-during-cruise-mode/155783 "2020-01-03T21:47:29Z")
When under load or going uphill at between 68 mph to 75 mph on cruise control, when the speed drops by 3 mph, the engine will downshift two gears to bring it back up to cruising speed. --- ## [02 Camaro...please help!!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-camaro-please-help/155824)
**Author:** [@Kfloamy\_161635](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kfloamy_161635)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-camaro-please-help/155824 "2020-01-03T21:23:30Z")
Please help! My son drives an 02 Camaro with 119,000 miles on it. About two months ago something strange started happening electrically and local mechanics can’t solve it. First sign was one night he approached his car i… --- ## [2016 Acura TLX - Rats?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-tlx-rats/155740)
**Author:** [@Wanda19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wanda19)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-tlx-rats/155740 "2020-01-03T20:48:18Z")
taken my car to dealership to have oil change, when I got it back the windshield wiper fluid didn’t work- thought they forgot to add some, so my husband added some and it poured right out on the garage floor, when I took… --- ## [2006 Chrysler 300 - Where is the ABS relay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-where-is-the-abs-relay/155797)
**Author:** [@rodneyfields](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rodneyfields)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-where-is-the-abs-relay/155797 "2020-01-03T14:15:57Z")
where is the abs relay on my 300 limited --- ## [2009 Ford Escape - Remote start blower motor not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-remote-start-blower-motor-not-working/154688)
**Author:** [@Coolbunny69er\_160885](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coolbunny69er_160885)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-remote-start-blower-motor-not-working/154688 "2020-01-03T19:56:53Z")
My blower motor does not turn on with remote start…radio turns on. It used to until few days ago. I used to leave blower motor at the desired setting and it would turn on. Now it only turns on when i put in the key and t… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Sonic - Clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-sonic-clutch/155744)
**Author:** [@kfaiola](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kfaiola)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-sonic-clutch/155744 "2020-01-03T19:56:33Z")
just bought a 2012 sonic with low miles and 68 miles later clutch blew out. are there any recalls on the clutch? --- ## [MB Message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mb-message/155327)
**Author:** [@GilH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GilH)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mb-message/155327 "2020-01-03T19:51:44Z")
I have a Mercedes Benz 2015 C300. I get a message “Stop car, put in P, Leave Engine Running” A battery symbol appears above the message. I had the battery tested by two places and both said the batter was fine. I heard … --- ## [2010 Ford Edge - Gas cap code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-edge-gas-cap-code/155799)
**Author:** [@CHRISDIPISA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CHRISDIPISA)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-edge-gas-cap-code/155799 "2020-01-03T18:19:12Z")
p260f code says something about gas pressure in gas tank for emissions ,says possible gas cap, replaced evap valve solenoid , erase code in computer, light is off drive a bit no light ,soon as I stop and shut off and… --- ## [Horrible Chevy Tahoe shifting problems-UPDATE FIXED!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-chevy-tahoe-shifting-problems-update-fixed/92027)
**Author:** [@Ufzach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ufzach)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrible-chevy-tahoe-shifting-problems-update-fixed/92027 "2020-01-03T16:24:31Z")
All right guys I'm reaching out to the experts here for help with my transmission problems. Luckily, I have some inclination as to what might be causing it but I'm not positive so I really need some help. The issue is t… --- ## [Soft brake pedal on a 2001Dodge dakota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soft-brake-pedal-on-a-2001dodge-dakota/83968)
**Author:** [@JohnnyM1952](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnnyM1952)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soft-brake-pedal-on-a-2001dodge-dakota/83968 "2020-01-03T15:58:18Z")
My brake pedal goes almost to the floor when I'm braking. I replaced the rotors,pads,shoes,power booster and the master cylinder 3 times. Had it bled twice and I still have a soft pedal, but now it firms up a bit as I pu… --- ## [Dexron III + Friction Modifier = T-IV Transmission fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dexron-iii-friction-modifier-t-iv-transmission-fluid/76498)
**Author:** [@michaelscai](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelscai)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dexron-iii-friction-modifier-t-iv-transmission-fluid/76498 "2020-01-03T15:29:04Z")
I went to this quick lube place, they did a transmission fluid flush and put in Dexron III. I came back home and found my 2009 Mazda6 3.7L V6 requires JWS 3309 fluid, so I called them up.. they said they added Dexron … --- ## [2002 Camry 207 k miles, oil leaks around head gasket, how to fix or worth fixing it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-207-k-miles-oil-leaks-around-head-gasket-how-to-fix-or-worth-fixing-it/153019)
**Author:** [@Senthil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Senthil)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-camry-207-k-miles-oil-leaks-around-head-gasket-how-to-fix-or-worth-fixing-it/153019 "2020-01-03T15:04:41Z")
2002 Camry 207 k miles, oil leaks around head gasket, how to fix or worth fixing it? Is it possible to fix it my self, I’m a beginner and I have replaced valve gasket. I can smell burning oil after each drive and when … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=443) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=445)