# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=48 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 49 --- ## [Cabin noise after replacing side-view mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-noise-after-replacing-side-view-mirror/194914)
**Author:** [@zygomorph](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zygomorph)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2024, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabin-noise-after-replacing-side-view-mirror/194914 "2024-05-17T18:46:12Z")
I would like to start by saying that I do not care about aesthetics AT ALL for this. A few years ago I replaced my 2000 Camry’s side mirror myself with a $25 replacement part from amazon. Ever since then, I’ve had incre… --- ## [Is Honda lying? says transmission recall not covered](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-honda-lying-says-transmission-recall-not-covered/194891)
**Author:** [@Honda2076](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda2076)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2024, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-honda-lying-says-transmission-recall-not-covered/194891 "2024-05-17T01:56:23Z")
I have a 2003 Odyssey, 147k, great car - but gears finally having trouble. My local repair shop said they called Honda and Honda claimed it was “out of warranty.” But I found this below. Is it out of warranty? Thanks for… --- ## [2016 Nissan Quest - Peeling paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-quest-peeling-paint/194908)
**Author:** [@No59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/No59)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2024, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-quest-peeling-paint/194908 "2024-05-16T13:02:22Z")
Nissan Quest 2016 (white) peeling paint since 2019 Notified Nissan dealership who referred me to Nissan headquarters - and i was asked to go to authorized paint shop for review. After review the details were sent to loc… --- ## [2018 Ford Edge - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-edge-clunks/194912)
**Author:** [@jj25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jj25)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2024, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-edge-clunks/194912 "2024-05-15T18:08:35Z")
When I accelerate and then let off the gas at low speeds there is a clunk…sounds like tranny? It doesn’t always happen. --- ## [Android Auto / Apple Carplay not connecting well CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/android-auto-apple-carplay-not-connecting-well-cr-v/194910)
**Author:** [@nsmodi73\_151512](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nsmodi73_151512)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2024, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/android-auto-apple-carplay-not-connecting-well-cr-v/194910 "2024-05-15T17:30:15Z")
Hi there We have a 2018 CR-V EX-L. My wife has an iPhone 15 Pro Max, and it rarely connects successfully to the screen with Apple Car Play. I have an Samsung S20FE and it’s better but sometime drops out and doesn’t reco… --- ## [Problem with the brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-the-brakes/194900)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2024, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-the-brakes/194900 "2024-05-15T08:39:40Z")
2013 Mustang GT V8. I have a strange problem with the brakes on the front passenger side. I had my car on the lift a few weeks ago to diagnose a scraping noise I heard while turning left at slow speeds that was coming f… --- ## [Question for the pros. BMW 650i](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-the-pros-bmw-650i/194902)
**Author:** [@PvtPublic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PvtPublic)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2024, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-the-pros-bmw-650i/194902 "2024-05-15T01:33:07Z")
I’m getting ready to do brakes on my 08 650i convertible. Is there anything special I need to do/know to bleed them and flush the brake fluid? Is this reasonable for an experienced DIY’r or better left to a shop? --- ## [2008 Cadillac CTS - ABS module issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-cts-abs-module-issues/194899)
**Author:** [@HenryMGoodman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryMGoodman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2024, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-cts-abs-module-issues/194899 "2024-05-14T20:46:04Z")
My 2008 cts Cadillac Is Experiencing ABS Sensor Problems I Was Lucky Enough to Get The Exact Part For My Vehicle And The Expert Working On It Is Having Problems Programming THE ABC Module Any Takers to Resolv… --- ## [2003 Honda Odyssey minivan brake pedal hurting my foot - can it be "tightened?"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-odyssey-minivan-brake-pedal-hurting-my-foot-can-it-be-tightened/144510)
**Author:** [@Honda2076](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda2076)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2024, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-odyssey-minivan-brake-pedal-hurting-my-foot-can-it-be-tightened/144510 "2024-05-14T18:02:10Z")
My 2003 Honda Odyssey’s brake pedal requires a lot of pressure - a friend also tried it and said compared to sedans, he was really needing to press hard, too. The auto shop said there was no way to “tighten” the brakes, … --- ## [2011 Subaru Forester - Shifter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-forester-shifter-issues/194897)
**Author:** [@bobbeville](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobbeville)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2024, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-forester-shifter-issues/194897 "2024-05-14T00:43:00Z")
automatic shifts into all positions but will not go back into park with out the help of the override button. --- ## [Oil Light Comes On When Car Starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-comes-on-when-car-starts/194864)
**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2024, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-comes-on-when-car-starts/194864 "2024-05-13T22:15:56Z")
Hi I have a simple situation with hopefully a simple answer… I have a 2002 BMW 330Ci. When I start the car the oil light comes on for 10 seconds or so then turns off. The manual says it means the oil is getting to be a l… --- ## [2010 Mazda Mazda3 - Electrical glitch sets off alarm and more](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-mazda3-electrical-glitch-sets-off-alarm-and-more/194894)
**Author:** [@hessiebell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hessiebell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2024, 9:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-mazda3-electrical-glitch-sets-off-alarm-and-more/194894 "2024-05-13T21:09:58Z")
2010 Mazda 3 Sport GX Auto Car alarm (lights, horn) goes off randomly, then stops (battery checked, all good). Also, door-ajar dash light and interior dome light will go on while driving - hitting door lock button with … --- ## [Faulty spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-spark-plugs/194886)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2024, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-spark-plugs/194886 "2024-05-13T15:29:41Z")
Has anyone here ever actually purchased what turned out to be faulty counterfeit spark plugs? I’ve heard the claim this is happening, but never purchased any counterfeit plugs myself. Wondering how prevalent this pro… --- ## [Fuel tank pressure sensor question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-pressure-sensor-question/194800)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2024, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-pressure-sensor-question/194800 "2024-05-11T12:00:07Z")
Some of you may recall I used a tank from a 91 that had no set up for to put the sensor. So I’ve been going without it. It runs great starts good. Basically no problem but a slight annoyance. It runs out of fuel at a h… --- ## [2024 BMW X5 - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-bmw-x5-shakes/194820)
**Author:** [@flsdpark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flsdpark)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-bmw-x5-shakes/194820 "2024-05-10T23:26:49Z")
I have a 2024 BMW X5 50e. I live in Orange County, California, and last week I went on a golf trip to Las Vegas with my spouse. The next day, while returning to the hotel after playing golf, the Drivetrain Malfunction me… --- ## [Conventional oil in 2001 Chevrolet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/conventional-oil-in-2001-chevrolet/194827)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/conventional-oil-in-2001-chevrolet/194827 "2024-05-10T22:52:56Z")
I went to go buy the same oil I’ve always used (conventional 5w30) from Walmart this morning. It was for my 2001 Cavalier that has been sitting in a garage for the last 3 years. All I saw was synthetic and synthetic blen… --- ## [Did the UTOG standards change? UTQG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-the-utog-standards-change-utqg/194842)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-the-utog-standards-change-utqg/194842 "2024-05-10T20:09:59Z")
I plan on getting new tires this fall for two of my vehicles so I am looking tires available now to see which ones fit my needs best. But I noticed something odd. Some of the new tires now have a traction rating of B w… --- ## [Anyone here know of a good source to purchase a working used motor for an older vehicle, which they have personally done business with?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-here-know-of-a-good-source-to-purchase-a-working-used-motor-for-an-older-vehicle-which-they-have-personally-done-business-with/194870)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-here-know-of-a-good-source-to-purchase-a-working-used-motor-for-an-older-vehicle-which-they-have-personally-done-business-with/194870 "2024-05-10T13:17:35Z")
I am in need of a working used motor for one of my vehicles. I was originally going to rebuild, but no longer think that is a good idea. I am looking for a supplier, which offers a working used motor at a reasonable pr… --- ## [Fix or Sell 2011 CX-9 with blown engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-sell-2011-cx-9-with-blown-engine/190810)
**Author:** [@DodgeDartOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DodgeDartOwner)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-sell-2011-cx-9-with-blown-engine/190810 "2024-05-10T04:55:55Z")
Looking for advice here. I have a 2011 Mazda CX-9 with roughly 135K miles. The water pump failed unnoticed and the engine blew a head gasket contaminating the engine block with coolant. Long story, the thing kept star… --- ## [2014 Ford Mustang - Howls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-mustang-howls/194814)
**Author:** [@Mustang14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustang14)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2024, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-mustang-howls/194814 "2024-05-10T02:00:01Z")
While driving, the car has a variable howling sound, on right side which may increase if turning a hard left. Could this be a bad wheel bearing? --- ## [2021 Ford Escape - Where to buy an extended warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-ford-escape-where-to-buy-an-extended-warranty/194845)
**Author:** [@Jennifer43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennifer43)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2024, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-ford-escape-where-to-buy-an-extended-warranty/194845 "2024-05-09T23:01:59Z")
I purchased a 2021 Ford Escape with 55K miles on it in October 2023. I would like to purchase an extended warranty - since the turbocharger has already failed - and am not sure who to purchase it from. All the companie… --- ## [Help Adjusting Front Toe With Toe Plates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-adjusting-front-toe-with-toe-plates/194808)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2024, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-adjusting-front-toe-with-toe-plates/194808 "2024-05-09T04:42:52Z")
Typical tie rod system. Trying to go for zero toe, which is ideal spec for my car I’m trying to adjust toe using toe plates. If the measuring tape closest to the front of the vehicle is greater than the other one, which… --- ## [2000 Ford F-150 - Amp drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-f-150-amp-drain/194868)
**Author:** [@pokey123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokey123)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2024, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-f-150-amp-drain/194868 "2024-05-09T00:59:18Z")
What would cause a 9.28amp drain on a parked truck…50,750 original miles. Wnet thru most all 20-15-10-5 amp fuses.Did not locate drain. --- ## [2005 Pontiac Grand Prix - Grinding noise and wheel jerk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-grand-prix-grinding-noise-and-wheel-jerk/194860)
**Author:** [@AceTee315](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AceTee315)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-grand-prix-grinding-noise-and-wheel-jerk/194860 "2024-05-08T23:38:55Z")
What could cause my Grand Prix to induce a grinding noise and that it wants to jerk the (steering)wheel to a halt when i turn eft. --- ## [Thermostat Replacement Cost 2019 Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thermostat-replacement-cost-2019-prius/194840)
**Author:** [@Kamin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kamin)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2024, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thermostat-replacement-cost-2019-prius/194840 "2024-05-07T05:07:01Z")
My new-ish mechanic (since I moved to a new state) charged $479 to replace a thermostat on my 2019 Prius. At first I was shocked by the price (I have a friend who just paid $500 for a thermostat replacement for his 20-is… --- ## [2020 Kia Telluride - HD weather is not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-telluride-hd-weather-is-not-working/194856)
**Author:** [@EMK42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EMK42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2024, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-telluride-hd-weather-is-not-working/194856 "2024-05-07T02:07:41Z")
My hd weather doesn’t wor4k properly, but the dealer can not make hte r=error repeat so they haven’t fixed it. --- ## [Long Tube Headers / X pipe fitment issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-tube-headers-x-pipe-fitment-issue/194852)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2024, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-tube-headers-x-pipe-fitment-issue/194852 "2024-05-06T22:58:50Z")
2013 Mustang gt, installed long tube headers with BBK catted x pipe a few months ago, just had the car up on a lift yesterday and noticed the passenger side cat that’s on the x pipe is touching the frame. Plenty of clear… --- ## [New VSS partially good?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-vss-partially-good/194851)
**Author:** [@Spacecataz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spacecataz)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2024, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-vss-partially-good/194851 "2024-05-06T22:45:26Z")
Quick Summation: -99 2.5 Duratec ATX -Speedometer and Odometer stopped on Highway (VSS shaft broke off) -Shifting went to hell (auto) -Car Threw a PO500 on next start -Bought a new VSS (Standard Motor Products) -Re… --- ## [Head gasket on Nissan 2.5l engine Update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-on-nissan-2-5l-engine-update/194739)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2024, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-on-nissan-2-5l-engine-update/194739 "2024-05-04T00:24:10Z")
2006 Nissan Sentra SER Spec-V, just over 100k miles. It started loosing coolant, just a little, on each drive cycle. The engine never overheated because it never lost more than a pint at the most. Only specified coola… --- ## [2016 Jeep Cherokee - Smells like burning rubber](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-smells-like-burning-rubber/194837)
**Author:** [@Babs52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Babs52)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2024, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-smells-like-burning-rubber/194837 "2024-05-03T22:59:36Z")
Just found out that my muffler has a weep hole us true…like to know if I would smell a like rubber burning smell…not always but now and than [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=47) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=49)