# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=445 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 446 --- ## [Possible Trailblazer fuel pump issue (previously catalytic)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-trailblazer-fuel-pump-issue-previously-catalytic/144929)
**Author:** [@rnranimal\_155024](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rnranimal_155024)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-trailblazer-fuel-pump-issue-previously-catalytic/144929 "2020-01-03T14:45:39Z")
I recently purchased a 2005 Trailblazer (4.2 l) with less than 80k miles from family. So I’m pretty familiar with the history. Unfortunately that history involves a misfire code last year and my dad taking it to the loca… --- ## [Jerking 2017 Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerking-2017-subaru-forester/155770)
**Author:** [@JerrryWaldron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerrryWaldron)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerking-2017-subaru-forester/155770 "2020-01-03T13:31:50Z")
My car jerks when it is accelerating from a hard stop. It also periodically jerks when accelerating in traffic. Dealership attributes it to normal CVT operation. Is that a reasonable explanation --- ## [2008 BMW X5 - is it the alternator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-x5-is-it-the-alternator/155768)
**Author:** [@JustinVo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JustinVo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-x5-is-it-the-alternator/155768 "2020-01-03T13:28:17Z")
Hello helpers! This morning while I was driving to work, my 2008 X5, 4.8i (85000 miles) all of the sudden lost power, all lights dimmed with a lot of warning signs (4x4, transmission, ect) illuminated and the car just s… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Tahoe dies and runs again an hour later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-tahoe-dies-and-runs-again-an-hour-later/155785)
**Author:** [@DANKOZENKO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DANKOZENKO)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-tahoe-dies-and-runs-again-an-hour-later/155785 "2020-01-03T13:13:13Z")
Start engine and it runs normal in the beginning, 20minutes into it running normal it starts to run sluggish and rough and then it dies. When it does this I hit the throttle and it does not help and sounds like its starv… --- ## [1984 Chevy G20 5.0L starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-chevy-g20-5-0l-starting-issues/155702)
**Author:** [@tcwidmer\_161560](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcwidmer_161560)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-chevy-g20-5-0l-starting-issues/155702 "2020-01-03T13:05:29Z")
Hello! I’m having trouble with my van. The battery is good (new AGM), starter is good (replaced about 1.5-2 years ago), and I definitely have fuel in it. The starter will crank, but no matter how long I do it or how mu… --- ## [1998 Ford Mustang CEL stays on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-mustang-cel-stays-on/155765)
**Author:** [@TinaSpencer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TinaSpencer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-mustang-cel-stays-on/155765 "2020-01-03T12:57:57Z")
Check engine light wont go off. I have had the codes ran twice. Both times it said PCV Valve. It has now been replaced twice, it still wont stay off. --- ## [2006 Ford Explorer Sport Trac has persistent seal leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-explorer-sport-trac-has-persistent-seal-leaks/155622)
**Author:** [@ZAHOOR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZAHOOR)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-explorer-sport-trac-has-persistent-seal-leaks/155622 "2020-01-03T07:05:41Z")
Engine Rear Main SEAL Leaks. I went to Mechanic and he Changed and again leaked. Then changed again but still not fitting the new SEAL to stop leaks. I bought the original SEALs form Ford Parts. --- ## [2010 Honda CR-V - Emissions worry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-emissions-worry/155742)
**Author:** [@Ajaxspeaks\_161587](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ajaxspeaks_161587)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-emissions-worry/155742 "2020-01-03T06:56:33Z")
Hello and happy new year to everyone. I recently purchased a 2010 crv lx with 69000 miles it seemingly had zero problems. Until yesterday I took it to the shop around the corner for NJ state inspection and failed! Both… --- ## [Electrical problem with my 2004 Honda Civic DX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-with-my-2004-honda-civic-dx/154868)
**Author:** [@Jey\_NotoAuto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jey_NotoAuto)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-with-my-2004-honda-civic-dx/154868 "2020-01-03T03:03:38Z")
I have a 2004 Honda Civic DX 5 speed. I’m having an issue with my rear park lights, and my front side markers. Fuse number 2, (15amp) blows every time I switch on my park lights. I have tried tracing all wires from the … --- ## [Knocking noise engine area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-engine-area/155398)
**Author:** [@alejandra.quintana222\_161365](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alejandra.quintana222_161365)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-engine-area/155398 "2020-01-03T03:01:38Z")
I have a 2012 Kia Optima hybrid. Last Saturday night I was driving home on the interstate and out of no where my car started making a faint noise. It slowly progressed to a loud knocking noise and had trouble acceleratin… --- ## [Ford C Max Hybrid 2014 hybrid and 12 volt battery issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-c-max-hybrid-2014-hybrid-and-12-volt-battery-issues/155646)
**Author:** [@Danielle\_Crawford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danielle_Crawford)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-c-max-hybrid-2014-hybrid-and-12-volt-battery-issues/155646 "2020-01-03T02:31:58Z")
Looking for advice for my daughter… Ford C Max Hybrid 2014 (75K miles) hybrid battery wont charge over 46%, 12 volt battery needs to be replaced, she still owes 12K. Ford won’t warranty. If we replace the 12 volt will th… --- ## [RAV4 vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-vibration/77115)
**Author:** [@Prev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Prev)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2020, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rav4-vibration/77115 "2020-01-03T00:34:00Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota RAV4. It is a great car overall but I have a persistent problem with a vibration from the rear of the car. It felt like I was running over tiny speed bumps at 35 to 50 mph. Toyota service looked a… --- ## [2021 Kia Forte - Alignment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-kia-forte-alignment/155738)
**Author:** [@Platt40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Platt40)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-kia-forte-alignment/155738 "2020-01-02T23:58:26Z")
What does struts do in regards to alignment. --- ## [2017 Nissan Pathfinder - Multiple issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pathfinder-multiple-issues/155753)
**Author:** [@Jarreau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jarreau)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pathfinder-multiple-issues/155753 "2020-01-02T23:28:45Z")
I’m seeing some of the same issues deal with my back up camera, which they supposedly replaced about 6 months ago AND, the issue with the noise coming from the AC unit, when turned on, with my 2017 Pathfinder S. Heard t… --- ## [2006 Pontiac T1000 - Headlights stuck on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-t1000-headlights-stuck-on/155760)
**Author:** [@THOMAS13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/THOMAS13)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-t1000-headlights-stuck-on/155760 "2020-01-02T22:45:00Z")
headlights will not turn off --- ## [2016 Honda Accord Sdn - Camera issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-sdn-camera-issue/155755)
**Author:** [@Aziz43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aziz43)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-sdn-camera-issue/155755 "2020-01-02T21:41:30Z")
Rearview Camera is blacked out. I can see grid lines but with black screen --- ## [2008 Lincoln Town Car - HVAC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-town-car-hvac-issue/155715)
**Author:** [@joanford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joanford)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-town-car-hvac-issue/155715 "2020-01-02T21:33:45Z")
no heat from winshield vent when you press windshield button heat comes out the vents --- ## [2009 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport - Heat shield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-heat-shield/155734)
**Author:** [@CarrieBeall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarrieBeall)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-heat-shield/155734 "2020-01-02T21:29:53Z")
My car’s heat shield has had degradation of the insulation that goes between it and my engine/exhaust. The Subaru dealer I take it to for regular maintenance has told me a new one is what I need in order for the rattling… --- ## [2013 Cadillac XTS - Headlights x 3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-xts-headlights-x-3/155736)
**Author:** [@McMillan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/McMillan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-xts-headlights-x-3/155736 "2020-01-02T21:29:23Z")
headlight fail for the third time/// was replace before are there any recall for this problem. The side running are also go out --- ## [How to locate and fix rattle in dashboard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-locate-and-fix-rattle-in-dashboard/155757)
**Author:** [@Tim06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tim06)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-locate-and-fix-rattle-in-dashboard/155757 "2020-01-02T21:11:46Z")
I have recently discovered a rattle near the windshield on the driver’s side of my 2016 Ford Expedition. Only happens when driving so a bit tough to find an exact location of the annoying rattle. Any ideas on how to p… --- ## [Mazda Protege5 Alternator issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege5-alternator-issues/155713)
**Author:** [@brycelooney37\_161567](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brycelooney37_161567)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege5-alternator-issues/155713 "2020-01-02T17:36:40Z")
Thanks for taking time to read! I replaced the alternator in my 03’ Mazda Protege5 in February 2019, and now it has seemingly failed within 9 months. Or so I thought. After looking at replacing it, I saw that the main … --- ## [2016 Ford Escape - Replaced engine - still troubled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-replaced-engine-still-troubled/155657)
**Author:** [@shanestark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanestark)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-replaced-engine-still-troubled/155657 "2020-01-02T16:13:59Z")
i replaced engine in the vehicle and now it will crank but wont start. checked fuel pressure and spark and scanned no codes. checked cam. and crank sensors and vvt sensors all good changed high pressure pump and spark pl… --- ## [Whistling noise while pressing gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-noise-while-pressing-gas/155718)
**Author:** [@S.pickins1\_150767](https://community.cartalk.com/u/S.pickins1_150767)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-noise-while-pressing-gas/155718 "2020-01-02T16:00:57Z")
I have a quick question about something that probably isn’t anything but when I’m driving and I step on the gas I hear this high pitched whistle. I notice when I get to about 30mph it seems to disappear. It isn’t loud at… --- ## [2019 Dodge Challenger - AWD all the time?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-challenger-awd-all-the-time/155664)
**Author:** [@BriamRalph](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BriamRalph)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-challenger-awd-all-the-time/155664 "2020-01-02T15:54:46Z")
The Dash display seems to show almost full time AWD . I had it to dodge but they cant explain it and there is no problem. I am not shore when it is in AWD or not…Can you help to remedies this. Also my gas mileage is 17.… --- ## [2008 Ford Fusion fluctuating engine noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-fusion-fluctuating-engine-noise/155730)
**Author:** [@reilly.moss\_161572](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reilly.moss_161572)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-fusion-fluctuating-engine-noise/155730 "2020-01-02T13:49:05Z")
Have a Ford Fusion that while maintaining a speed, (as in just cruising down the road at 45 miles per hour for example cuz that’s mostly the speed it’s driven at) the engine will begin to sound like its bogged down almo… --- ## [1994 chevy c1500 2wd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevy-c1500-2wd/155690)
**Author:** [@thesoss\_161551](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thesoss_161551)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevy-c1500-2wd/155690 "2020-01-02T13:09:50Z")
What is all to it as in Deleting Throttle Body System and going with Carburetor set up ? Can I use the same Fuel pump in my truck now and use the fuel pressure regulator for the Carburetor ? --- ## [2003 Honda Accord’s obnoxious trans fluid smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-s-obnoxious-trans-fluid-smell/155638)
**Author:** [@bobclark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobclark)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-s-obnoxious-trans-fluid-smell/155638 "2020-01-02T13:01:13Z")
Yesterday, I had an instant oil change shop drain and replace the automatic transmission fluid on my 4-cyclinder 2003 Honda Accord having 147,000 miles. A couple hours later I checked the fluid level on the trans dipstic… --- ## [2010 Volkswagen Routan - Manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-routan-manual/134745)
**Author:** [@ByronSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ByronSmith)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-routan-manual/134745 "2020-01-02T04:08:42Z")
I bought a 2010 VW Routan a few years ago it didn’t come with an owner’s manual, my fault for not checking. Can I use a 2010 Dodge Carvan owners manual for this car? --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry - Melting dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-melting-dash/155666)
**Author:** [@rogerradecki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rogerradecki)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-melting-dash/155666 "2020-01-02T03:39:03Z")
I discovered my melting dash just 3 months out of the extended warranty. Never received a recall letter. I have written every one in the US, dealer,distributor,Toyota home office ,Mr. Toyoda(that’s how his name is spelle… --- ## [Ford Taurus - Heat shield fell off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-heat-shield-fell-off/155706)
**Author:** [@don41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/don41)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2020, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-heat-shield-fell-off/155706 "2020-01-02T03:26:39Z")
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