# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=476 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 477 --- ## [2010 Ford Escape shifts hard from a start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-shifts-hard-from-a-start/152900)
**Author:** [@ALLENEPARSONS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ALLENEPARSONS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-shifts-hard-from-a-start/152900 "2019-11-17T16:03:28Z")
Sometimes the car shifts hard from a start.It has an automatic transmission. It is a feeling of slippage or a jerking motion, and your head hits the headrest of the front driver and passenger seat. What could be the is… --- ## [98 Pontiac grand am 2.4 twin won’t stay started](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-pontiac-grand-am-2-4-twin-won-t-stay-started/152948)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Lewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew_Lewis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-pontiac-grand-am-2-4-twin-won-t-stay-started/152948 "2019-11-17T15:40:36Z")
No lights on the dash, but windows and radio work fine. Wipers and lights work. Car starts, and then dies. I’m thinking fuel or spark, car currently at the mechanic. Had an issue with oil on the spark plugs last year an… --- ## [2020 Honda CR-V - Engine oil dilution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-cr-v-engine-oil-dilution/152895)
**Author:** [@Peters04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peters04)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-cr-v-engine-oil-dilution/152895 "2019-11-17T14:54:20Z")
I am looking a Honda CR-V 1.5 turbo engine. I have read that the gasoline gets into the oil, thus diluting it. Has anyone else experienced this? --- ## [2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser - thermostat change for geography?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-thermostat-change-for-geography/152945)
**Author:** [@Frankiepaula](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frankiepaula)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-thermostat-change-for-geography/152945 "2019-11-17T14:25:02Z")
Do you need to change the thermostat for Florida compared to nebeaska --- ## [First time getting car service, not sure if normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-time-getting-car-service-not-sure-if-normal/152795)
**Author:** [@coffeecocoa98\_159819](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coffeecocoa98_159819)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 1:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-time-getting-car-service-not-sure-if-normal/152795 "2019-11-17T13:51:22Z")
Hello. I recently took my 14’ Accord to the dealership for a state inspection and oil change. The oil change was free from my brother previously getting worked done there. The state inspection was $135. I brought it in … --- ## [2019 Honda HR-V - Hatch trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-hr-v-hatch-trouble/152807)
**Author:** [@DevoraEpstein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DevoraEpstein)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-hr-v-hatch-trouble/152807 "2019-11-17T13:39:16Z")
Trunk very hard to open. Or does not open at all. Brought to the Honda dealer (Schaller Honda in New Britain, CT) several times. Technician said “here, you just do this and it opens”. However, when I “do this” it doe… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - dirty fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-dirty-fluid/152941)
**Author:** [@DanAnderson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanAnderson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 11:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-dirty-fluid/152941 "2019-11-17T11:38:08Z")
I have a 2011 chev pick up half ton with 175000 miles.the fluid is dirty,I’m not sure what I should do DanAnderson --- ## [After market alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-market-alternator/152797)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 9:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-market-alternator/152797 "2019-11-17T09:02:40Z")
I have a 5,000 watt amp that I have to 2 channel to my subwoofers so it didn’t pull to much power to the subs. I notice at full power the lights dim and I rather just run one channel and have more power without the dim.… --- ## [Lost RESERVOIR cap; added coolant to RESERVOIR and not radiator; added wrong engine oil -](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-reservoir-cap-added-coolant-to-reservoir-and-not-radiator-added-wrong-engine-oil/152842)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 6:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-reservoir-cap-added-coolant-to-reservoir-and-not-radiator-added-wrong-engine-oil/152842 "2019-11-17T06:54:01Z")
My little Nissan Versa has 1 different cap for its radiator, and another for its RESERVOIR. I was told by the Nissan dealer’s parts guy that aluminum foil would do-the-trick for the RESERVOIR cap. Does this sound accurat… --- ## [2012 RAM 1500 - Losing oil after switching to Amsoil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ram-1500-losing-oil-after-switching-to-amsoil/152835)
**Author:** [@GreggEckersen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GreggEckersen)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ram-1500-losing-oil-after-switching-to-amsoil/152835 "2019-11-17T06:08:19Z")
I have the 4.7 engine with 155000 miles on it and recently switched to Amsoil 5w-20. In 2 month’s 2000 miles I lost 3 1/2 quarts of oil. It’s not leaking. I was told by another mechanic to switch to 15w-40. Is this a wi… --- ## [2015 Jeep Renegade - windshield cracks too easily](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-renegade-windshield-cracks-too-easily/152921)
**Author:** [@Marcia19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcia19)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 5:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-renegade-windshield-cracks-too-easily/152921 "2019-11-17T05:25:43Z")
My windshield cracks super easy. A Bettle and after every rock that is loose on the road hits my windshield cracks. --- ## [2005 Nissan Altima - how much damage from overheating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-how-much-damage-from-overheating/152925)
**Author:** [@DawnHileman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DawnHileman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 5:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-how-much-damage-from-overheating/152925 "2019-11-17T05:15:36Z")
My car overheated and engine light started flashing. I pulled off the road filled it with coolant and allowed it to sit a few hours before going back to get it. When I went back it started fine but was low on gas and it … --- ## [Standard Maintenance - Is something fishy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/standard-maintenance-is-something-fishy/152930)
**Author:** [@Lauraashleyjunk\_159898](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lauraashleyjunk_159898)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/standard-maintenance-is-something-fishy/152930 "2019-11-17T03:00:36Z")
Hi! Ok, this is long, so for those who don’t like reading, I’ll post the basic question first. There are more details below and additional questions at the end for those who enjoy long-winded-ness. Basic Question: Is … --- ## [Help me diagnose my 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-diagnose-my-2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser/152914)
**Author:** [@Roseanna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roseanna)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-diagnose-my-2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser/152914 "2019-11-17T00:56:36Z")
The radio does not work. The time shows on the display until you turn the radio on then you cannot change stations, switch from AM to FM, or search for signal. I put a disc in the player and now it will not eject it. … --- ## [Power steering pump or rack and pinion 2013 chevy Impala lt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-or-rack-and-pinion-2013-chevy-impala-lt/152919)
**Author:** [@NateCre8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NateCre8)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2019, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-or-rack-and-pinion-2013-chevy-impala-lt/152919 "2019-11-17T00:55:40Z")
I took my car to les schwab because it was having problems turning left. I had the wheel hub assembly replaced a week ago and wanted to make sure the issue was not related. Les schwab said that it is either the rack and … --- ## [Leaking antifreeze in 2013 Nissan Rogue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-antifreeze-in-2013-nissan-rogue/152893)
**Author:** [@Miller09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miller09)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-antifreeze-in-2013-nissan-rogue/152893 "2019-11-16T23:03:15Z")
Antifreeze leaking - oil cap milky what should I do --- ## [Growling noise when releasing clutch and accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise-when-releasing-clutch-and-accelerating/152905)
**Author:** [@jamesnobles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesnobles)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise-when-releasing-clutch-and-accelerating/152905 "2019-11-16T21:44:22Z")
2002 honda civic 5spd. The clutch pedal feels strong and the car seems to shift ok. Its when I accelerate while releasing the clutch do I get this rattling growling noise. It does not happen when I press the clutch witho… --- ## [Cylinder 4 misfire - 07 pontiac g6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-4-misfire-07-pontiac-g6/152798)
**Author:** [@Lucask0113](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lucask0113)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cylinder-4-misfire-07-pontiac-g6/152798 "2019-11-16T20:43:25Z")
I’ve already done all the typical stuff to try and fix this problem - new spark plugs, ignition coils, fuel injectors. I know for sure there is a bad valve cover gasket, the old spark plugs had some oil on them, but I wa… --- ## [2013 Chrysler 200 - Wet floor and overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chrysler-200-wet-floor-and-overheating/152721)
**Author:** [@tammygreer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tammygreer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chrysler-200-wet-floor-and-overheating/152721 "2019-11-16T19:05:19Z")
my car keeps overheating. my floor board is wet and water is not flowing from the coolant to the radiator --- ## [SHifter cable broke from lever](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifter-cable-broke-from-lever/152855)
**Author:** [@Ben\_Hotchkiss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben_Hotchkiss)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifter-cable-broke-from-lever/152855 "2019-11-16T18:19:40Z")
2002 Mazda protege. Shifter cable broke from the selector lever (i believe those are the correct terms). Anyone have an idea of how I might fix this? --- ## [Oil pressure light blinks when brakingcan i drive it 35 miles to dealership or should i park & have it towed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light-blinks-when-brakingcan-i-drive-it-35-miles-to-dealership-or-should-i-park-have-it-towed/152680)
**Author:** [@Connie\_Allensworth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Connie_Allensworth)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light-blinks-when-brakingcan-i-drive-it-35-miles-to-dealership-or-should-i-park-have-it-towed/152680 "2019-11-16T17:46:08Z")
2016 Kia Soul Got oil changed last week. Now my oil pressure light blinks when i apply brakes. Checked the oil & its above the full line. Took it back to oil change shop & mechanic checked oil level & said its ok but… --- ## [New TV Show... Ice Road Truckers - Summer Edition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tv-show-ice-road-truckers-summer-edition/152896)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tv-show-ice-road-truckers-summer-edition/152896 "2019-11-16T17:43:31Z")
CSA :evergreen\_tree::sunglasses::evergreen\_tree: --- ## [2020 Volkswagen Beetle ignition key programming](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-volkswagen-beetle-ignition-key-programming/152889)
**Author:** [@JOHNSLAGLE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHNSLAGLE)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-volkswagen-beetle-ignition-key-programming/152889 "2019-11-16T17:42:51Z")
Know any one who can program ignition keys for this model? Even VW dealers can’t do it. --- ## [2013 Ford Escape - Destroyed Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-destroyed-engine/152860)
**Author:** [@TheIanWinter\_159619](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheIanWinter_159619)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-destroyed-engine/152860 "2019-11-16T17:00:47Z")
2013 Ford Escape SEL 2.0L Ecoboost Mileage: 110,000 Sooo, long behold after a little over a week after my older post (About the turbocharger needing replacing) they took apart the vehicle and found that the turbo had f… --- ## [2011 Impala V6 ~80k: Rear Bumper Cover Damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-impala-v6-80k-rear-bumper-cover-damage/145204)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-impala-v6-80k-rear-bumper-cover-damage/145204 "2019-11-16T16:36:57Z")
My 86-year old Mom was backing out of her CVS parking spot when a 70-something man came rolling in off the main drag, and her passenger rear bumper struck his front passenger bumper. Big basketball-sized double “dimple”… --- ## [2016 Chrysler 200 -Pops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-200-pops/145156)
**Author:** [@ElaineScherer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElaineScherer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-200-pops/145156 "2019-11-16T16:02:09Z")
Popping noise in my Chrysler 200 it sounds like that when I first get in and air conditioner comes on. It is not constant and sounds like popcorn popping. Someone mentioned clogged cabin filter. Is this easy fix? Thank y… --- ## [2011 Ford Expedition - Hose cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-expedition-hose-cost/152885)
**Author:** [@Andi41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andi41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-expedition-hose-cost/152885 "2019-11-16T15:30:14Z")
The dealership is reporting that my heater hoses are leaking coolant. The engine fan revs on high often, especially after highway driving. The dealership is quoting $1,095 to repair. Is this right? --- ## [2011 Nissan Altima wheel bearing repair cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-altima-wheel-bearing-repair-cost/152771)
**Author:** [@AliceMacLean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AliceMacLean)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-altima-wheel-bearing-repair-cost/152771 "2019-11-16T14:20:13Z")
Had my car in for inspection in September.The mecanic said that the left front wheel bearing was noisey and would need to be replaced sometime.How much is a good price for this repair and how would I know when it needs t… --- ## [Question about car 4 speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-car-4-speed/152772)
**Author:** [@Ddw2020\_157071](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ddw2020_157071)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-car-4-speed/152772 "2019-11-16T14:03:51Z")
Ok I have another question about the 04 dodge stratus lol. I’ve always wondered why the heat fan speed blows out softer than fan speed 3. I haven’t used the a/c because it was wasn’t too cold but now that it’s getting co… --- ## [2016 Buick Encore - Warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-warranty/152878)
**Author:** [@CathyS1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CathyS1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2019, 12:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-warranty/152878 "2019-11-16T12:04:54Z")
I just bought my 2016 Buick Encore that has factory warranty until 2022. I also bought an extended warranty that will go up to 2024 or 80,000 miles. My question is do you really think I need the extended warranty and wh… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=475) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=477)