# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=455 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 456 --- ## [Engine Oil & 2 Ignition coils smell like gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-2-ignition-coils-smell-like-gas/154140)
**Author:** [@Vapx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vapx)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-2-ignition-coils-smell-like-gas/154140 "2019-12-17T12:41:56Z")
Newly acquired 2004 LX470 with 120,000 miles No check engine lights are on. Recently changed all spark plugs - I noticed that 2 ignition coils smelled like gas. These 2 coils were also “burnt” and covered in a soot-like… --- ## [Toyota Avalon 2000 Valve Cover Gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-2000-valve-cover-gaskets/93005)
**Author:** [@FMCoupe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FMCoupe)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 4:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-2000-valve-cover-gaskets/93005 "2019-12-17T04:23:27Z")
Hi everyone. I had an oil change at the Toyota dealer today (not my usual spot), and they cited front and rear valve cover gaskets for the engine were leaking into the manifold. I have not noticed any oil below the car. … --- ## [2013 Mazda Mazda3 - Dealer and local mechanic don't agree](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mazda-mazda3-dealer-and-local-mechanic-dont-agree/154806)
**Author:** [@JohnDenisKeithWacker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnDenisKeithWacker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mazda-mazda3-dealer-and-local-mechanic-dont-agree/154806 "2019-12-17T01:58:02Z")
Dealer says i need new transmission. Independent said heating senor issue. Independent said go back to dealer. Don’t know what to do. --- ## [2007 Lincoln MKX - Trans slips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lincoln-mkx-trans-slips/154799)
**Author:** [@AlJanes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlJanes)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lincoln-mkx-trans-slips/154799 "2019-12-17T01:43:20Z")
Transmission: slipping, chugging/tugging. Cruise on or off. Seems like it’s not sure it should down shift. --- ## [2018 Dodge Challenger - TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-challenger-tpms/154808)
**Author:** [@Simms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Simms)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2019, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-challenger-tpms/154808 "2019-12-17T00:55:51Z")
If my car says Los tire pressure inflated 28 does that mean I have a flat or does that mean tire pressure is just low --- ## [2008 Cadillac STS - automatic time update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-sts-automatic-time-update/154767)
**Author:** [@JunePasini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JunePasini)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-sts-automatic-time-update/154767 "2019-12-16T21:53:49Z")
I recently had to replace the battery on my 2008 Cadillac STS. I was told by the service department at the dealer that they could not reset the date and clock. I was told that they received a memo from Cadillac that the … --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander - TPMS tech](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-tpms-tech/154786)
**Author:** [@SteveBarker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveBarker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-tpms-tech/154786 "2019-12-16T21:52:39Z")
I have a question about the dreaded low tire light. Is the technology available to place a small to place a small indicator light at each corner of the alert light to show what tire is low ? --- ## [2019 Honda Pilot - HVAC drafty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-pilot-hvac-drafty/154810)
**Author:** [@DanPietrowsky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanPietrowsky)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-pilot-hvac-drafty/154810 "2019-12-16T21:49:05Z")
drivers side lower console area, draft of cold,when air heating controls set, @max temp, max fan speed, fresh air mode! --- ## [2013 Ford Fiesta - Noisy clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fiesta-noisy-clutch/154792)
**Author:** [@davidoff1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidoff1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fiesta-noisy-clutch/154792 "2019-12-16T16:37:22Z")
my cluck makes a lould noise off and on --- ## [2006 Nissan Altima won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-won-t-start/154639)
**Author:** [@terrywaggoner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terrywaggoner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-won-t-start/154639 "2019-12-16T16:27:20Z")
why my 2006 nissan altima 3.5 liter wont start , installed new ground and hot connection on the battery. still not starting , Some times when turning the key I get one click not 2 . Maybe grounding point further down o… --- ## [EECS/EVAP and a PO1441](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eecs-evap-and-a-po1441/154668)
**Author:** [@Bone\_Daddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bone_Daddy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eecs-evap-and-a-po1441/154668 "2019-12-16T15:06:30Z")
New rebuild is running ike a swiss watch, except for one code, po1441. Not unexpected as I unplugged the entire system during the rebuild. First I found and replaced a rotted 90 going from the fuel tank to the charcoal c… --- ## [1994 Cadillac STS - in search of rubber mounts and bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-cadillac-sts-in-search-of-rubber-mounts-and-bolts/154777)
**Author:** [@JONES42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JONES42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-cadillac-sts-in-search-of-rubber-mounts-and-bolts/154777 "2019-12-16T13:26:37Z")
Need the rear frame to body rubber mounts and bolts. They are two piece mounts. One goes on the under side of the frame and the other one goes on the top side of the frame, and when bolts are installed, the frame is sa… --- ## [Motor mount replacement noise problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mount-replacement-noise-problem/154713)
**Author:** [@RicardoPeralta19\_151861](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RicardoPeralta19_151861)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 8:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mount-replacement-noise-problem/154713 "2019-12-16T08:12:36Z")
I have a 1998 Subaru Forest S and I just replaced my motor mounts. Put everything back together and was gonna start the car and right as I turned the key there’s this loud grind noise. So I haven’t tried to start it beca… --- ## [Weak Brakes -- Need Some Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weak-brakes-need-some-help/154775)
**Author:** [@Mikeseverance123\_160970](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikeseverance123_160970)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weak-brakes-need-some-help/154775 "2019-12-16T05:40:03Z")
Well, I just replaced the rear wheel bearings on my 2002 Pontiac Bonneville and to get the calipers off, I had to take the brake line connected to the calipers off. All the brake fluid drained out. I replaced it with Nap… --- ## [2011 Subaru Outback - Scrap or keep?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-scrap-or-keep/154679)
**Author:** [@Anne41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anne41)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-scrap-or-keep/154679 "2019-12-16T04:07:23Z")
I had my Subaru Outback (2011, 4 cylinder engine, 135,000 miles) torque converter replaced after the car started stalling (completely shutting down) when stopping. After doing some internet research, I found that this is… --- ## [2002 Suzuki XL7 has ammonia smell in the vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-xl7-has-ammonia-smell-in-the-vents/154715)
**Author:** [@darrelellis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darrelellis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-xl7-has-ammonia-smell-in-the-vents/154715 "2019-12-16T03:46:58Z")
ammonia smell thru the vents --- ## [2017 RAM 2500 persistent oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-2500-persistent-oil-leak/154758)
**Author:** [@kip45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kip45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-2500-persistent-oil-leak/154758 "2019-12-16T03:30:59Z")
oil leaking from oil pan. took it in 3 times to the dealer . they said it was gasket problem. still drops oil, at wits end new truck should not leak. --- ## [2005 Pajero - Indicators and hazards not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pajero-indicators-and-hazards-not-working/154761)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Colvile](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe_Colvile)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pajero-indicators-and-hazards-not-working/154761 "2019-12-16T03:27:59Z")
Hi all, I am hoping that someone is able to give me some advice on an issue that I am having with my 2005 Mitsubish Pajero. The other day I was replacing the 7 pin trailer socket. In doing this the indicators and hazar… --- ## [2014 Audi A6 - front rotor wear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-audi-a6-front-rotor-wear/154749)
**Author:** [@RonaldMandel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonaldMandel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-audi-a6-front-rotor-wear/154749 "2019-12-16T03:04:35Z")
My 2014 Audi A6 goes through front rotors and pads in 20-25k miles. The dealer replaced the fronts three times in 70K miles while the rears are still good. The front rotors have warped 2 of the 3 times. --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Equinox P0014 DTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-p0014-dtc/154299)
**Author:** [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-p0014-dtc/154299 "2019-12-16T02:23:53Z")
2013 Equinox 2.4 4 cyl, 91k miles. Pistons, rings, and a timing chain replaced at 42k due to oil consumption issue. Oil changes every 5k with Valvoline Full Synthetic 5w-30 Dexos compatible oil. Last oil change was at 8… --- ## [2006 Honda Civic intermittent no-start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-intermittent-no-start/154753)
**Author:** [@robotyonder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robotyonder)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2019, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-intermittent-no-start/154753 "2019-12-16T02:18:59Z")
Intermittent No-start, cranking normal, dash indicator lights come on normally. Starter already replaced for same problem two years ago. --- ## [Time to unload my Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-unload-my-camry/154704)
**Author:** [@Nancy42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy42)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-unload-my-camry/154704 "2019-12-15T23:32:33Z")
2005 Camry V6XLE with 153,000 miles. Starting to need parts replacement, ex: timing belt. Should keep and repair or time to buy a new one? --- ## [2015 BMW i3 EV needs a Bay Area mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-i3-ev-needs-a-bay-area-mechanic/154744)
**Author:** [@Smith47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Smith47)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-i3-ev-needs-a-bay-area-mechanic/154744 "2019-12-15T21:56:21Z")
Looking for a good independent mechanic in the bay area who can work on BMW i3 (EV). Mine is now out of warranty. --- ## [2008 Dodge Charger has water coming out of a hole in the muffler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-charger-has-water-coming-out-of-a-hole-in-the-muffler/154742)
**Author:** [@Yolanda07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yolanda07)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-charger-has-water-coming-out-of-a-hole-in-the-muffler/154742 "2019-12-15T21:45:06Z")
My muffler has water coming out a small hole on the muffler is that normal it’s dripping I noticed when I turned the car off it’s a pin hole --- ## [2014 Hyundai i25 seemingly related ignition and stuttering issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-i25-seemingly-related-ignition-and-stuttering-issues/154740)
**Author:** [@Erez\_Sabran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erez_Sabran)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-i25-seemingly-related-ignition-and-stuttering-issues/154740 "2019-12-15T21:38:36Z")
Hello I own a Hyundai Accent i25, 2014, engine is 1.4l. The car has two faults that seem related to one another, I wish to fix it myself and would appreciate the member’s help. a. The Engine requires around 3-4 starte… --- ## [Air leak noise after hitting a curb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-leak-noise-after-hitting-a-curb/154660)
**Author:** [@ghosseinge\_160896](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ghosseinge_160896)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-leak-noise-after-hitting-a-curb/154660 "2019-12-15T19:59:52Z")
I have a 2016 Honda civic EX-Turbo and I recently hit a curb due to some really bad snowy weather. I hit the car on the passenger side. After having a look, a piece of my bumper came off, and the fender liner was all gon… --- ## [2009 Chevrolet Malibu - 81PSI?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-81psi/154610)
**Author:** [@DelorisWarren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DelorisWarren)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-81psi/154610 "2019-12-15T18:19:15Z")
My tire pressure keep reading 81 on my front left tire what can that mean --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Blazer - Idle issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-blazer-idle-issues/154566)
**Author:** [@Sheila26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sheila26)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-blazer-idle-issues/154566 "2019-12-15T17:04:41Z")
Blazer hasn’t been idling right, the check engine light comes on sometimes and the check gauge light. Today I stopped at store and when I went restart it, it would turn over but when I give it gas it stops crankin --- ## [2004 Ford F-150 misses when the temp drops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f-150-misses-when-the-temp-drops/154722)
**Author:** [@Garyjones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garyjones)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f-150-misses-when-the-temp-drops/154722 "2019-12-15T16:37:04Z")
My 5.4 engine starts missing when the temp outside gets frigid, about 50 deg, (in tucson,az). If I keep the rpm above 2000 untill the engine is thouroghly warm, about 5-6 miles, not a problem. Are ignition coils temp se… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Colorado - thump at start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-thump-at-start/154707)
**Author:** [@ChuckWilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuckWilliams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2019, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-thump-at-start/154707 "2019-12-15T14:25:25Z")
Thump at start. Remote start the truck then put in the key and turn on the electrical power. Thump. It sounds like the differential when you go from reverse to drive. Do it with the windows down. Can’t reproduce eve… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=454) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=456)