# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=454 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 455 --- ## [2018 Nissan Titan - Rust already?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-titan-rust-already/154909)
**Author:** [@Jim56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim56)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2019, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-titan-rust-already/154909 "2019-12-19T04:31:13Z")
I have a 18 titan xd I purchased new, it now has 15000 miles on it, I have noticed recently that the front bumper has a couple of rust spots on it. --- ## [2000 Buick LeSabre - Knocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-lesabre-knocks/154894)
**Author:** [@daysl33per](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daysl33per)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2019, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-lesabre-knocks/154894 "2019-12-19T03:02:01Z")
Hey my first car (make model& year listed) has been making some concerning sounds. I just bought it and when I start it up there’s a feint knock RIGHT when in starts. Just once and only during the starter function. Any i… --- ## [2006 Kia Sedona recurrent clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-sedona-recurrent-clunk/154818)
**Author:** [@BrianOsentoski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianOsentoski)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2019, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-sedona-recurrent-clunk/154818 "2019-12-19T00:20:55Z")
I have a recurring clunking noise in the front end on rough roads I have checked struts sway bar and linkage and ball joints appear ok suspect subframe bushings How much of a job to change these?? --- ## [1995 Geo Metro losing water](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-geo-metro-losing-water/154747)
**Author:** [@tangozed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tangozed)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-geo-metro-losing-water/154747 "2019-12-18T23:26:23Z")
1995 Geo Metro with new radiator, thermostat and coolant temperature switch loses water. The heater core is good, pressure test reveals no leaks, no presence of water in the oil, and a dye test reveals no leaks. Need to … --- ## [Help! Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-transmission-issues/154938)
**Author:** [@ssaldan7755\_161082](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ssaldan7755_161082)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-transmission-issues/154938 "2019-12-18T21:22:26Z")
Praying someone can guide me in the right direction. I have a 2015 Mazda CX-5 automatic engine (4 cylinders). I was traveling for the holidays 3 hours away when I hit a deer. Airbags didn’t go off but the front damage w… --- ## [2017 Nissan Rogue brake slippage after recall fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-brake-slippage-after-recall-fix/154934)
**Author:** [@RobertRoark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertRoark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-brake-slippage-after-recall-fix/154934 "2019-12-18T19:29:23Z")
After a recent download to fix an auto-braking recall, our Rogue is experiencing tire slippage while making a u-turn on dry pavement (almost like you might experience in wet conditions.) But it’s intermittent so a deale… --- ## [2009 Nissan Murano reverts to wrong time after I set it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-reverts-to-wrong-time-after-i-set-it/154930)
**Author:** [@Tito29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tito29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-reverts-to-wrong-time-after-i-set-it/154930 "2019-12-18T19:04:40Z")
I set the clock in time and when I turn off the car, returns to remove the clock time, which I can do --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Aveo - Coolant tanks crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-aveo-coolant-tanks-crack/154913)
**Author:** [@Kenneth14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kenneth14)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-aveo-coolant-tanks-crack/154913 "2019-12-18T17:15:26Z")
My Aveo’s been reasonably maintained (oil, coolant, thermostar, timing belt etc.) The last year or so cracked 3 coolant reservoir tanks, boiling over and now missing a little at highway speeds. 3rd owner with 109, 100 mi… --- ## [2012 Chrysler Town and Country - Loud knocking then dead after spark plugs replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-and-country-loud-knocking-then-dead-after-spark-plugs-replaced/154381)
**Author:** [@David\_Snyder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_Snyder)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-and-country-loud-knocking-then-dead-after-spark-plugs-replaced/154381 "2019-12-18T14:02:23Z")
I generally do most of my own maintenance or at least give it a shot. In this case I must have done something really wrong. Please assist. I have a 2012 t&c with the 3.6 pentastar flex fuel engine. It started running … --- ## [Help with fixing spotties](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-fixing-spotties/154841)
**Author:** [@brendanmcclurkin\_159983](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brendanmcclurkin_159983)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-fixing-spotties/154841 "2019-12-18T05:06:48Z")
Hey guys, so I just bought a 2006 Nissan patrol second hand and the aftermarket spotlights arnt working. I messaged the previous owner and he said they have all ways been working for him so I’ve checked the fuses for the… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Cruze - head gasket blew after water pump change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-cruze-head-gasket-blew-after-water-pump-change/154816)
**Author:** [@ScottABeauvais](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottABeauvais)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-cruze-head-gasket-blew-after-water-pump-change/154816 "2019-12-18T04:55:15Z")
Did anybody have the water pump replaced and then the head gasket blew right after? If so Did GM cover it because thats what happened to me today. Just had it fixed 1 week ago. I put 150 miles on it after the repair. --- ## [Emergency Brake Light intermittently turns on & off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-light-intermittently-turns-on-off/154888)
**Author:** [@Aaron\_Forum\_Emmons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aaron_Forum_Emmons)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-light-intermittently-turns-on-off/154888 "2019-12-18T04:52:38Z")
I have a 2006 Ford F150 XLT and my emergency brake light has been going off and on a lot recently. I just replaced the front brakes and rotors and checked the brake fluid. Fluid is full and haven’t noticed any leaks in … --- ## [Womp womp sound when slowing down/making a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/womp-womp-sound-when-slowing-down-making-a-stop/154784)
**Author:** [@stacyyx3\_160978](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stacyyx3_160978)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/womp-womp-sound-when-slowing-down-making-a-stop/154784 "2019-12-18T03:52:53Z")
I have a 2006 Mazda 3 with about 183k miles on it. I just started noticing a “womp womp” sound coming from what I think is around the tire area. I just took it to a mechanic which ended up changing the rear bearings, a f… --- ## [Quck Strut Assembled Backwards?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quck-strut-assembled-backwards/154892)
**Author:** [@democracyforone\_152219](https://community.cartalk.com/u/democracyforone_152219)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quck-strut-assembled-backwards/154892 "2019-12-18T03:49:38Z")
Hello all. Before I go through the hassle of trying to return this thing and/or making a fool out of myself… I purchased four new KYB shock/strut assemblies for my 2004 Alero. All is going well installing them until I g… --- ## [2006 Mazda Mazda6 fog lamps failed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-mazda6-fog-lamps-failed/154829)
**Author:** [@Steve24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve24)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-mazda6-fog-lamps-failed/154829 "2019-12-18T03:46:37Z")
lost my fog lamps stopped working. My turn signal/flasher lights stay on and all sides flash when using my turn signals. fuses check ok found my passenger side fender light is out. looking for reason and or cause. My fo… --- ## [2015 Kia Sorento - Loose light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sorento-loose-light/154882)
**Author:** [@Dan10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan10)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sorento-loose-light/154882 "2019-12-18T03:29:44Z")
This is very aggravating. I jiggle the light and it works, but after driving off in just a few feet, it no longer works. The bulb is still good, but the connection is loose. This is dangerous and I do not know what to do… --- ## [Brake Warning Light On, then Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-warning-light-on-then-off/38779)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2019, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-warning-light-on-then-off/38779 "2019-12-18T00:55:10Z")
The first time the brake warning light came on, I stopped the car (gratefully so) and checked the fluid. It's pretty clear, and in the middle between Min & Max. Oh, this is a 1995 Toyota T100 base model - manual tr… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Impala power steering line blows off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-power-steering-line-blows-off/154861)
**Author:** [@BRENDAjuneBECKWITH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BRENDAjuneBECKWITH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-power-steering-line-blows-off/154861 "2019-12-17T21:12:48Z")
power steering line keeps blowing off. have double clamped it but won’t stay. --- ## [2019 Honda Civic - lots of electrical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-civic-lots-of-electrical-problems/154853)
**Author:** [@Sean19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sean19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 9:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-civic-lots-of-electrical-problems/154853 "2019-12-17T21:09:55Z")
Lots of silly little problems with electrics --- ## [No power 09 Rogue- need help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-09-rogue-need-help/154830)
**Author:** [@2talll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2talll)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-09-rogue-need-help/154830 "2019-12-17T20:58:56Z")
I have a 2009 Nissan Rogue and have been having problems with it starting. I’ve had to have it jumped several times the last few months and I’ve assumed it was a dead battery from not using the car in a week or more. A f… --- ## [Looking for a cheap mechanic for a 2009 Audi A4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-cheap-mechanic-for-a-2009-audi-a4/154486)
**Author:** [@SivakumarAnbazhagan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SivakumarAnbazhagan)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-cheap-mechanic-for-a-2009-audi-a4/154486 "2019-12-17T20:44:29Z")
I want to find a cheap mechanic to diagnose or service or repair my car . usually when I go to a mechanic I get billed a lot just because it is a German Audi car.for instance , a light bulb for headlights costed a labou… --- ## [2014 Mazda CX-5 - Won't climb a hill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-cx-5-wont-climb-a-hill/154797)
**Author:** [@JUDY-ANN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JUDY-ANN)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-cx-5-wont-climb-a-hill/154797 "2019-12-17T19:29:13Z")
Car is not taking the hills. Not going in manual shifts. Crawls up the hill like a snail and I have to constantly restart it to make it up the hill --- ## [Cost for a CD player for a 2018 Toyota Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-for-a-cd-player-for-a-2018-toyota-camry/154756)
**Author:** [@pam20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pam20)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-for-a-cd-player-for-a-2018-toyota-camry/154756 "2019-12-17T19:08:20Z")
how much would it be to buy a cd player for my 2018 camry toyota? it came without one? or where can i get one --- ## [2017 Ford Escape AC quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-ac-quit/113307)
**Author:** [@RaymondTousek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RaymondTousek)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-ac-quit/113307 "2019-12-17T18:58:21Z")
2017 Ford Escape A/C quit working. Took to the ford dealer for repair. Its been one week and the dealer says it is still working on. Anyone else having this problem. The car has 16700 miles. --- ## [2004 Honda CR-V engine light - O2 sensor bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-cr-v-engine-light-o2-sensor-bad/72171)
**Author:** [@HondaBlues](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaBlues)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-cr-v-engine-light-o2-sensor-bad/72171 "2019-12-17T18:33:13Z")
My check engine light has been coming on intermittently. On my second visit to the Honda service center about this, a diagnostic test was run. The result: "CHECK AND FOUND O2 SENSOR BAD RECOMMEND REPLACING ($608.88)". I… --- ## [2016 Volkswagen Golf - Broken sunroof](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volkswagen-golf-broken-sunroof/153611)
**Author:** [@TonyMattera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyMattera)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volkswagen-golf-broken-sunroof/153611 "2019-12-17T18:21:40Z")
Leaky sunroof on 2016 VW Golf. The sunroof design flaw in VW Golfs is known to the company and prompted a recall in 2017 to apply patches in spots where the sunroof frame is known to crack. The patches on mine failed, or… --- ## [Squeaking when going over bumps and popping when turning at low speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-when-going-over-bumps-and-popping-when-turning-at-low-speed/131392)
**Author:** [@Misael\_Ramos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Misael_Ramos)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-when-going-over-bumps-and-popping-when-turning-at-low-speed/131392 "2019-12-17T17:03:02Z")
Hello, My car sometimes makes a popping noise in the front end when I turn the wheel particularly from cold and at low speeds. I suspect the struts but what else could it be? There is no change in steering effort or fee… --- ## [Rattling under 2011 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-2011-accord/154843)
**Author:** [@Brian45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian45)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-2011-accord/154843 "2019-12-17T14:16:40Z")
I’ve just started noticing a type of resonating/rattling sound in the rear underside of my 2011 Honda Accord 2.4L EX-L with 74,000 miles. When the car is fully warm and has a low idle, the sound occurs when in drive and … --- ## [Stumped! Radio doesn’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-radio-doesn-t-work/154845)
**Author:** [@Dave50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave50)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-radio-doesn-t-work/154845 "2019-12-17T14:13:30Z")
2017 Toyota Highlander radio is not working. The backup camera works, but the radio and navigation and all other options does not. I looked at the fuses and they all seem to be ok. I also disconnected the battery to s… --- ## [2001 Volvo V70 - Throw out bearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-v70-throw-out-bearing/154794)
**Author:** [@HaroldBooth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HaroldBooth)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-volvo-v70-throw-out-bearing/154794 "2019-12-17T13:04:06Z")
Ray’s recent reply about the question of creeping at stop-lights assumes that you’re driving an automatic. The ‘car wear’ calculus changes if a stick is involved. There’s the wear on the throw-out bearing as you depres… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=453) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=455)