# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=469 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 470 --- ## ['01 Escape - shuddering in overdrive going uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-escape-shuddering-in-overdrive-going-uphill/75526)
**Author:** [@chantha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chantha)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-escape-shuddering-in-overdrive-going-uphill/75526 "2019-11-25T21:12:13Z")
Hi all! I have an 2001 Ford Escape V6 3.0, about 130,000 miles. When the engine gets under high load and low RPM, before downshifting, it will shudder (misfire?). Local shop couldn't reproduce it, but they thought it mig… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Cavalier - Hit A Curb, Now Dragging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-cavalier-hit-a-curb-now-dragging/153531)
**Author:** [@Sharia13sutherland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharia13sutherland)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-cavalier-hit-a-curb-now-dragging/153531 "2019-11-25T20:56:19Z")
I hit a curb and now something is dragging underneath my car. When the car isn’t moving the part doesn’t sit on the ground but when I drive it’s like the piece is being ran over at a certain speed. --- ## [2015 Nissan Altima - Back Up Camera Flakey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-back-up-camera-flakey/153533)
**Author:** [@michaelnyce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelnyce)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-back-up-camera-flakey/153533 "2019-11-25T20:53:14Z")
Back up camera goes black and then comes back on after car sits for a few minutes. I think there should be a recall because it’s dangerous to not see what’s behind you and from the side when backing out but the camera so… --- ## [Ford fusion bad new motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-bad-new-motor/152533)
**Author:** [@willb11690\_159658](https://community.cartalk.com/u/willb11690_159658)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-bad-new-motor/152533 "2019-11-25T20:35:25Z")
So I have a 2013 Ford Fusion (13-16 version) and I blew up the motor due to a faulty oil filter. Anyways I bought a new motor and the crank will not turn a full 360 degrees. It turns about 270 and stops. I was wondering … --- ## [2017 Honda HR-V - Engine Lost Power/No Brakes/Wreck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-hr-v-engine-lost-power-no-brakes-wreck/153518)
**Author:** [@AnitaPorter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnitaPorter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-hr-v-engine-lost-power-no-brakes-wreck/153518 "2019-11-25T20:34:41Z")
I have a 2017 Honda HR-V. As I was slowly pulling into a parking space the engine made a sudden revving sound. The brake pedal went to the floor and the engine lost power as the momentum of the car slowly moved it to t… --- ## [2014 Ford fusion Head bolt torque](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-head-bolt-torque/153149)
**Author:** [@willb11690\_159658](https://community.cartalk.com/u/willb11690_159658)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-head-bolt-torque/153149 "2019-11-25T20:31:26Z")
I have a 2014 Ford fusion 2.5l (VIN 7) and I decided to replace the head gasket since I have the engine out anyways but I can’t find the torque specs for the head bolts. Can anybody either tell me or point me in the righ… --- ## [2004 Ford Ranger - Low Coolant/No Heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-low-coolant-no-heat/153513)
**Author:** [@PeterMaxfield](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterMaxfield)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 6:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-low-coolant-no-heat/153513 "2019-11-25T18:06:19Z")
low coolant in radiator, low heat --- ## [1995 Honda Civic AC Compressor Belt Noisy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-honda-civic-ac-compressor-belt-noisy/153465)
**Author:** [@bigjaycd\_160199](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigjaycd_160199)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-honda-civic-ac-compressor-belt-noisy/153465 "2019-11-25T17:38:32Z")
The compressor is not working for my AC. The belt is making a lot of noise. I don’t want to replace the compressor right now. If I cut the belt will it just disable the compressor, or will it cause other problems? --- ## [2013 Honda Civic Sdn - Need new belts at 22k miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-civic-sdn-need-new-belts-at-22k-miles/153516)
**Author:** [@JoyceWidlacki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoyceWidlacki)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-civic-sdn-need-new-belts-at-22k-miles/153516 "2019-11-25T16:49:04Z")
Dealer says my 2013 Honda Civic with 22,000 miles needs new drive belt. Could this be? --- ## [Truck transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-transmission/153489)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Morgan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew_Morgan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-transmission/153489 "2019-11-25T16:45:48Z")
I have a 1996 gmc Sierra 2 wheel drive with the 5.7 engine and I just had the transmission rebuilt and it switches into overdrive about 30 to 35 mph and I was wandering what will make it do that and if it will hurt the t… --- ## [2004 Dodge Ram 1500 - use synthetic oil after engine swap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-1500-use-synthetic-oil-after-engine-swap/153500)
**Author:** [@kovarnik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kovarnik)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-1500-use-synthetic-oil-after-engine-swap/153500 "2019-11-25T16:24:33Z")
a jasper remanufactored engine is being installed in my 2004 dodge ram pickup truck would it be wise to use synthetic oil after the break in peroid? and how many miles should i change the oil? --- ## [2014 Nissan Sentra won’t start despite good battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-sentra-won-t-start-despite-good-battery/153478)
**Author:** [@NedKezie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NedKezie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 3:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-sentra-won-t-start-despite-good-battery/153478 "2019-11-25T15:53:23Z")
My 2014 Nissan sentra suddenly stopped. It will not start and the battery is ok. --- ## [2000 Chevrolet Blazer thumps when starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-blazer-thumps-when-starting/153493)
**Author:** [@MoisesMartinez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MoisesMartinez)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-blazer-thumps-when-starting/153493 "2019-11-25T15:46:54Z")
A 4.3 2000Blazer every time I start it has a thump it only does it about 80 percent of the time.Put new motormounts ,transmission mounts ,new starter and had the timing checked but the thump noise is still there --- ## [2003 Chevrolet Cavalier automatic won't shift to park and reverse its stuck on neutral and drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-cavalier-automatic-wont-shift-to-park-and-reverse-its-stuck-on-neutral-and-drive/75568)
**Author:** [@trinere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trinere)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-cavalier-automatic-wont-shift-to-park-and-reverse-its-stuck-on-neutral-and-drive/75568 "2019-11-25T14:19:54Z")
Hello: I have been driving a 2003 Chevrolet cavalier and the automatic shift is stuck and can only shift to neutral and drive since Thursday morning. It wont go up to reverse and parking and down to the other 3 shifts. … --- ## [2004 Suzuki Forenza takes 4 min to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-suzuki-forenza-takes-4-min-to-start/153498)
**Author:** [@Bob52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob52)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-suzuki-forenza-takes-4-min-to-start/153498 "2019-11-25T13:16:01Z")
2004 suzuki forenza takes 4 min. to start replaced fuell pump 2 pcm module coolant sensor fuel pressure reg. idle purge . help --- ## [1999 Mazda B3000 - Runs rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-b3000-runs-rough/153401)
**Author:** [@bourque](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bourque)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-b3000-runs-rough/153401 "2019-11-25T08:33:01Z")
rough running, check engine light on. --- ## [2001 Lexus GS 300 - hard starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lexus-gs-300-hard-starting/153454)
**Author:** [@OmarOlivas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OmarOlivas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 8:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lexus-gs-300-hard-starting/153454 "2019-11-25T08:30:34Z")
Every time I put gas in the car it takes a while for it to start. The engine cranks but doesn’t start. I have to try it a couple of times before it starts then when it does it runs rough so I have to keep my for on the g… --- ## [2005 Mazda Tribute - Parts questoin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mazda-tribute-parts-questoin/153444)
**Author:** [@Chambers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chambers)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mazda-tribute-parts-questoin/153444 "2019-11-25T02:02:18Z")
Hinge on the rear window snapped. Where can I get it repaired at a reasonable cost? --- ## [Jacking up a 2018 Chrysler Pacifica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-up-a-2018-chrysler-pacifica/135702)
**Author:** [@JamesBoody](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesBoody)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-up-a-2018-chrysler-pacifica/135702 "2019-11-25T01:12:55Z")
I want higher ground clearance with my 2018 Pacifica Hybrid. Surely there must be a way to Jack it up 4 inches --- ## [Is the purge valve a DIY job?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-purge-valve-a-diy-job/153475)
**Author:** [@ZoeDavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZoeDavis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-purge-valve-a-diy-job/153475 "2019-11-25T00:47:42Z")
I need to replace the purge valve on my 2016 Kia Sportage. Can’t find any info as to where this part is located. Trying to decide if I can do it myself… Thank you! --- ## [Need a mechanic for my 2010 Subaru Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-mechanic-for-my-2010-subaru-outback/153473)
**Author:** [@Cal49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cal49)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2019, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-mechanic-for-my-2010-subaru-outback/153473 "2019-11-25T00:06:21Z")
Looking for reliable and trustworthy mechanic for my Subaru Outback --- ## [2017 Subaru Legacy - ignition locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-legacy-ignition-locks/153434)
**Author:** [@Dennis20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-legacy-ignition-locks/153434 "2019-11-24T23:56:07Z")
The ignition on my 2017 Subaru legacy interminenly locks when put in park. Starting the engine and putting it in gear and then in park sometimes releases the key when it is turn to the off position. Other times require… --- ## [2007 Buick Lucerne - Self-leveling shocks not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-self-leveling-shocks-not-working/153471)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-lucerne-self-leveling-shocks-not-working/153471 "2019-11-24T23:23:44Z")
The compressor runs for about 5 seconds when the car is started. It also runs for a long time when I put something in the trunk. I took the left rear tire off, disconnected the sensor link and raised the sensor arm. The … --- ## [No compression on all cylinders yet car starts and runs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-on-all-cylinders-yet-car-starts-and-runs/153428)
**Author:** [@172slcs\_150026](https://community.cartalk.com/u/172slcs_150026)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-on-all-cylinders-yet-car-starts-and-runs/153428 "2019-11-24T22:55:18Z")
I’ve read that if there’s no compression on all cylinders then the car shouldn’t start. I did a compression test because the car vibrates when idle and in gear only, neutral makes it go away. Sometimes the engine would s… --- ## [1989 Ford Bronco - Quit, what to check?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-bronco-quit-what-to-check/150844)
**Author:** [@SamuelBrunetto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamuelBrunetto)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-bronco-quit-what-to-check/150844 "2019-11-24T22:45:34Z")
Was running good.–on highway started to lose power–pushing on pedal —nothing–then came back and ran ok. Next morning started right up-ran about 3 blocks and engine quit–but–started right up and drove home. new cap/rotor/… --- ## [2010 Nissan Murano - windows drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-windows-drop/153423)
**Author:** [@BobbyHolder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobbyHolder)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-windows-drop/153423 "2019-11-24T22:30:12Z")
front windows mysteriouly go down 6-8 inches after i have gotten out and left the car --- ## [2005 Honda CR-V - Instrument issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-instrument-issue/153396)
**Author:** [@Shoemaker38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shoemaker38)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-instrument-issue/153396 "2019-11-24T21:51:59Z")
Instruments panel stops working car runs great --- ## [2000 Buick LeSabre - Makes a sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-lesabre-makes-a-sound/153405)
**Author:** [@Romanov](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Romanov)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-lesabre-makes-a-sound/153405 "2019-11-24T21:48:14Z")
When driving, I hear a sound from the either the engine or under the car that sounds like something is closing (like a door of sorts). There are no other symptoms. Any help would be appreciated. --- ## [Battery Thief](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-thief/83252)
**Author:** [@pmiddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pmiddy)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2014, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-thief/83252 "2014-01-27T02:48:01Z")
Someone in my neighborhood is stealing car batteries. I have a 99 corolla and my car was hit twice in the past week while parked on the street I live on. The thief broke my vent window, unlocked my doors, popped the hood… --- ## [2016 Cadillac XTS - Where can I get info on other owners' experiences](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-xts-where-can-i-get-info-on-other-owners-experiences/153421)
**Author:** [@Steven47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven47)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2019, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-xts-where-can-i-get-info-on-other-owners-experiences/153421 "2019-11-24T21:38:56Z")
Thinking of buying a 2016 or 2017 Cadillac XTS, and wanted to know what others’ experiences have been. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=468) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=470)