# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=486 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 487 --- ## [2014 Ford F-150 - Battery out - will it hurt computer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-battery-out-will-it-hurt-computer/152043)
**Author:** [@jeromehaver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeromehaver)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-battery-out-will-it-hurt-computer/152043 "2019-11-04T23:47:48Z")
Have a 2014 f150 3.5 eco. Would like to know if need to take battery out while in storage for 6 months. will this affect computer system --- ## [2000 Pontiac Grand Am - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start/152071)
**Author:** [@Julicity](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julicity)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start/152071 "2019-11-04T23:22:05Z")
Car Cranks But won’t start I have Good Fuel pump and fuel filter , More than enough gas I’m trying to figure why won’t it start up . --- ## [2003 Dodge Dakota - Temp spikes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-dakota-temp-spikes/152024)
**Author:** [@fishinfool24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fishinfool24)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-dakota-temp-spikes/152024 "2019-11-04T23:13:39Z")
My 2003 Dodge Dakota with 158,000 miles recently had an issue with a spiking temperature gauge followed by radiator hose blowout. I replaced the hose, refilled the coolant, drove for a couple of miles and the temperatur… --- ## [2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara heater trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-grand-vitara-heater-trouble/152108)
**Author:** [@lissetteriviere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lissetteriviere)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-grand-vitara-heater-trouble/152108 "2019-11-04T20:26:22Z")
I had my EGR valve replaced and now my heater is not running right. It will go cold while I’m driving and when I am at a stop light. I’m in Colorado and really need it to run right. I there a possibility that changing th… --- ## [2018 Jeep Renegade - Quivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-quivers/152098)
**Author:** [@Moral](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Moral)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-quivers/152098 "2019-11-04T19:43:08Z")
Quivers & stalls sporadically. Also engine revs on it’s own when not pressing gas --- ## [2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Nav updates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-nav-updates/152062)
**Author:** [@BerlKaufman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BerlKaufman)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-nav-updates/152062 "2019-11-04T19:31:16Z")
Why can’t nav systems get updated with micro updates automatically on a daily basis? --- ## [2004 Chevy Silverado squeaks in rear when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-silverado-squeaks-in-rear-when-accelerating/16756)
**Author:** [@bjward40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bjward40)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-silverado-squeaks-in-rear-when-accelerating/16756 "2019-11-04T19:00:21Z")
Hey everyone! I have a 2004 Chevy Silverado that squeaks loudly from the rear section when I accelerate up until about 25 mph where it tapers off. This happens mainly when I accelerate and rarely when I slow down, and o… --- ## [Chirping 2010 Honda Crosstour](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-2010-honda-crosstour/152106)
**Author:** [@FrancesMRobinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrancesMRobinson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-2010-honda-crosstour/152106 "2019-11-04T18:38:39Z")
Battery Light came on; replaced battery then alternator and belt two weeks ago; squeaky chirping noise heard coming from engine on cold start; does not chirp with weather is wet; chirp stops after few miles; does not chi… --- ## [2007 Toyota Tacoma alignment values](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-tacoma-alignment-values/152104)
**Author:** [@DonBachman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonBachman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-tacoma-alignment-values/152104 "2019-11-04T18:33:32Z")
Whenever I have the front wheels aligned on my two wheel drive Tacoma the caster, camber, and toe are never set at the values the factory book says are the “preferred” numbers. The values are always within the + & - ran… --- ## [2008 BMW 335 - Coolant question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-335-coolant-question/152055)
**Author:** [@Karen39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen39)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-335-coolant-question/152055 "2019-11-04T18:31:25Z")
If the coolant tank is empty on a BMW 335i 2008 is it ok to put in pink coolant even though there may have been green in it before? In Austin, Tx --- ## [2019 Dodge Ram 1500 - dash goes dark when using wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-ram-1500-dash-goes-dark-when-using-wipers/152100)
**Author:** [@Sandra13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-dodge-ram-1500-dash-goes-dark-when-using-wipers/152100 "2019-11-04T17:21:29Z")
When turn on wipers-dash goes dark. Has happened a few other various times while driving. --- ## [2005 legacy w/ misfire issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-legacy-w-misfire-issue/152048)
**Author:** [@Greg\_Whisenhunt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greg_Whisenhunt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-legacy-w-misfire-issue/152048 "2019-11-04T16:42:36Z")
At lower RPMs when accelerating, especially when I’m pulling out from a stop, I get serious misfire that causes the whole car to buck. I also feel like the low end power has been greatly reduced. It makes it really hard … --- ## [2018 Hyundai Kona - DCT problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-kona-dct-problems/152059)
**Author:** [@Barry31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barry31)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-kona-dct-problems/152059 "2019-11-04T16:32:16Z")
Kona 2018 1.6 dual clutch problem with gears. Car wont engage first gear and falters when moving off from a standing start. --- ## [2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager - New tires, front or back?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-plymouth-grand-voyager-new-tires-front-or-back/152051)
**Author:** [@Whittaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whittaker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-plymouth-grand-voyager-new-tires-front-or-back/152051 "2019-11-04T16:26:33Z")
Need to buy two new tires.Should they be put on the front or back. --- ## [Toyota 2002 transmission Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-2002-transmission-problem/152087)
**Author:** [@Adewale\_Paul](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adewale_Paul)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-2002-transmission-problem/152087 "2019-11-04T15:33:48Z")
My toyota Rav4 2002 Model for some time now have been having the following issues: When set to drive, it engages, and then takes about 5-7 minute before it will start moving. When set to reverse, it engages instantly b… --- ## [1999 Buick LeSabre - Engine questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-lesabre-engine-questions/151863)
**Author:** [@wutzmyname1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wutzmyname1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-lesabre-engine-questions/151863 "2019-11-04T13:50:43Z")
I have purchased probably one of the best engines ever made, GM 3.8 V6 3800 Series II (L36) Code K. It came with a 99 Buick LeSabre Custom attached to it and at 122K it is in pretty good condition. It has the usual issue… --- ## [2018 Hyundai Elantra - Ghost in the trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-elantra-ghost-in-the-trunk/152064)
**Author:** [@Mason29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mason29)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-elantra-ghost-in-the-trunk/152064 "2019-11-04T14:10:20Z")
the trunk pops open at night in the driveway --- ## [2006 Porsche 911- Soot on tail pipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-porsche-911-soot-on-tail-pipe/152080)
**Author:** [@Bomani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bomani)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-porsche-911-soot-on-tail-pipe/152080 "2019-11-04T13:41:30Z")
Black soot on tail pipe. --- ## [Chrysler Pacifica Engine Cradle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica-engine-cradle/84820)
**Author:** [@FredL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredL)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica-engine-cradle/84820 "2019-11-04T13:19:40Z")
I own a 2004 Pacifica with 99,950 miles. Recently I had it at my mechanics for an oil change and he showed me how my engine cradle has a 5-6 inch by almost 1 inch wide open rust wound in the engine cradle. I'm not sure h… --- ## [2017 Kia Forte Koup - Can't park straight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-forte-koup-cant-park-straight/151700)
**Author:** [@stangee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stangee)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-forte-koup-cant-park-straight/151700 "2019-11-04T12:47:27Z")
can’t park kia forte 2017 straight --- ## [2010 Subaru Outback - Used buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-used-buy/152045)
**Author:** [@RalphCaruso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RalphCaruso)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-used-buy/152045 "2019-11-04T12:45:28Z")
Should I consider buying a used one owner Subaru Outback with high milage 167,000? --- ## [2016 Mazda CX-9 - Marbles in wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-9-marbles-in-wheels/152009)
**Author:** [@Roland38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roland38)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-9-marbles-in-wheels/152009 "2019-11-04T05:10:32Z")
Sounds like marbles in front tire --- ## [2002 Jeep Liberty - No spark](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-no-spark/152074)
**Author:** [@Paris-le-monteRowley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paris-le-monteRowley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-no-spark/152074 "2019-11-04T05:07:17Z")
it will not start no spark to the plugs --- ## [GMC Envoy Mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-envoy-mystery/87124)
**Author:** [@GMC2004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMC2004)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-envoy-mystery/87124 "2019-11-04T02:09:33Z")
I have a 2004 GMC Envoy SLT that is about to turn 10 in October. I have had a lot of maintenance done on this vehicle recently so that I can get a few more years out of it. There is one last issue I would like to get r… --- ## [2005 Toyota Camry - Broken Cup Holder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-broken-cup-holder/151877)
**Author:** [@EverettHutchinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EverettHutchinson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-broken-cup-holder/151877 "2019-11-04T00:41:55Z")
I have a Camry XLE. My cup holder in the center console is spring loaded and will no longer stay latched. Is there an inexpensive way to repair or replace it? --- ## [2008 Jeep Liberty - Heat issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-liberty-heat-issue/152018)
**Author:** [@Ralph51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ralph51)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-liberty-heat-issue/152018 "2019-11-03T22:00:02Z")
I have a problem with my heater in my 2008 jeep liberty. I have take my jeep to several different mechanic and they flush my system. A/C works fine and I had a little heat enough to defrost the windows. Since weather is … --- ## [2002 Subaru Forester clock resets when I shut off the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-clock-resets-when-i-shut-off-the-car/127292)
**Author:** [@Hunter09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hunter09)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-clock-resets-when-i-shut-off-the-car/127292 "2019-11-03T21:43:49Z")
My 2002 Subaru Forester has an electrical problem: when I shut off the car, the clock in the rooftop console often resets to 1:00. In addition, ocaissionally the radio presets will reset. What is the likely cause and su… --- ## [2016 RAM 1500 - Headlights Filling With Water](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-headlights-filling-with-water/151873)
**Author:** [@RichardAlexandar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardAlexandar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-headlights-filling-with-water/151873 "2019-11-03T21:19:28Z")
Headlite assembly filling with rain water when parked o/s of my garage --- ## [2004 Honda Accord Squealing Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-accord-squealing-noise/152057)
**Author:** [@commanderabel\_159362](https://community.cartalk.com/u/commanderabel_159362)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-accord-squealing-noise/152057 "2019-11-03T21:00:06Z")
Got a 2004 Accord EX 2.4L v4 automatic with 127,000 miles. It’s making a loud squealing/chirping noise when it’s started. It’s fairly loud and appears to be tied to the engine in some way - it gets louder when it idles… --- ## [2001 Subaru Forester - $3k - in or out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-forester-3k-in-or-out/151823)
**Author:** [@RichWoodard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichWoodard)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2019, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-forester-3k-in-or-out/151823 "2019-11-03T17:36:07Z")
A little more than a year ago I bought a 2001 Subaru Forester for my son to drive around campus. He is attending college in Idaho. We needed an economical car, that was in our limited price range and that had 4 wheel o… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=485) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=487)