# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=52 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 53 --- ## [2013 Venza strap under back door, can't open or closed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-venza-strap-under-back-door-cant-open-or-closed/194489)
**Author:** [@grunes\_183031](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grunes_183031)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2024, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-venza-strap-under-back-door-cant-open-or-closed/194489 "2024-03-14T00:00:26Z")
I accidentally let a backpack strap get caught under the back door of my 2013 Toyota Venza. It has an electric door open/close, but no obvious mechanical handle to open it. Now the back door won’t open. I can’t pull ou… --- ## [Coolant low message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-low-message/194507)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-low-message/194507 "2024-03-12T21:15:46Z")
My MB E500 4matic 2005 model showed low coolant take to workshop message for 2 weeks and I kept my eyes on temp but nothig quite happened until yesterday the dashboard went red and temp went shooting. I immediately pulle… --- ## [2017 Kia Forte 5-Door - Dead engine with loan to pay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-forte-5-door-dead-engine-with-loan-to-pay/194518)
**Author:** [@SDRISKA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SDRISKA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-forte-5-door-dead-engine-with-loan-to-pay/194518 "2024-03-12T20:41:02Z")
Bought this car in September of 2023 (6 months ago). This week my car threw a rod and destroyed the engine block. The vehicle has been maintained and only has 64K miles on it. Of course, the kia warranty drops to 60K mil… --- ## [2023 Toyota Corolla - Need help - not tall enough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-toyota-corolla-need-help-not-tall-enough/194504)
**Author:** [@hpetre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hpetre)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-toyota-corolla-need-help-not-tall-enough/194504 "2024-03-12T17:11:50Z")
I have a 2023 Toyota Corolla. I am 4’9" and I weigh 100 pounds. I cannot drive the car. My feet barely touch the pedals, the car seat angles down, and the back is shaped like a C. The head rest pushes my head down, so I … --- ## [2002 Toyota Sienna troubleshooting electrical issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-sienna-troubleshooting-electrical-issue/194494)
**Author:** [@danielscottclark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danielscottclark)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 6:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-sienna-troubleshooting-electrical-issue/194494 "2024-03-12T06:27:24Z")
Hi, any help is greatly appreciated thank you :pray:t3::pray:t3::pray:t3::pray:t3: Working on my friend’s 2002 Toyota Sienna V6 with high mileage… She was getting a bunch of squealing and I think power steering went ou… --- ## [GL4 or GL5 in a transmission that calls for ATF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gl4-or-gl5-in-a-transmission-that-calls-for-atf/194513)
**Author:** [@mio.da.bomb\_157143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mio.da.bomb_157143)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gl4-or-gl5-in-a-transmission-that-calls-for-atf/194513 "2024-03-12T05:23:50Z")
I just changed the transmission fluid in my TKX, which takes ATF, and I used the same pump I used to use for the gear oil in the old Muncie GL4 or GL5. I sent some brake cleaner though it and put a little ATF though it f… --- ## [2024 Toyota RAV4 - Dealer test drive chat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-toyota-rav4-dealer-test-drive-chat/194376)
**Author:** [@MarcJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarcJohnson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2024, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-toyota-rav4-dealer-test-drive-chat/194376 "2024-03-12T01:29:01Z")
Hi Ray, Wife and I been looking at small hybrid SUVs at cars dealers. Since rollover death of Sil’s SiL, been uber-concerned w/safety. Honda Odyssey van is biggish but don’t trust the old tech airbags after 14 years and … --- ## [Is Rockauto having a problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-rockauto-having-a-problem/194390)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-rockauto-having-a-problem/194390 "2024-03-10T20:02:25Z")
I went to order a replacement air dam and engine splash shield for my truck. The air dam was only about $35 and the shield a little more. When I went to may cart to calculate shipping, it was unreal. The cheapest opti… --- ## [2014 Jeep Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee/194509)
**Author:** [@mstrlucky74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrlucky74)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee/194509 "2024-03-10T14:31:50Z")
Wifes key fob does not work anymore. Changed battery and still does not work. Is the only place to buy one of these the dealer? Thank you. --- ## [$5600 for tail light replacement due to water damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5600-for-tail-light-replacement-due-to-water-damage/194483)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2024, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5600-for-tail-light-replacement-due-to-water-damage/194483 "2024-03-09T14:22:34Z")
Thought $200 for a headlamp was bad,2018 f150ltd --- ## [2017 Nissan Pathfinder - Smoke and burning oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pathfinder-smoke-and-burning-oil/194457)
**Author:** [@gondo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gondo)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pathfinder-smoke-and-burning-oil/194457 "2024-03-06T21:29:51Z")
car has less that 30,000 miles. started blowing blue smoke and burning oil. never had a check engine light come on prior to the start of the smoke blowing. i bought an extended warranty, but they want receipts for oil… --- ## [2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Engine life prediction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-e-class-engine-life-prediction/194455)
**Author:** [@Funnycris88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Funnycris88)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-e-class-engine-life-prediction/194455 "2024-03-06T16:56:38Z")
How long do these engines last properly maintained --- ## [How bad is this issue on the tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-is-this-issue-on-the-tire/194488)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-is-this-issue-on-the-tire/194488 "2024-03-06T01:13:25Z")
Kid sent this photo - rub on the kerb. Apparently is very minor when parking - slow speed. Tire is from Firestone. It does not leak air. Does it to be attended to? How does prorate work with Firestone in your experien… --- ## [2015 Ford Taurus - Water in headliner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-water-in-headliner/194493)
**Author:** [@randy.rogers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/randy.rogers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2024, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-taurus-water-in-headliner/194493 "2024-03-06T00:46:56Z")
Water stains on the head liner around the passenger’s rear --- ## [Refridgerant leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/refridgerant-leak/194431)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/refridgerant-leak/194431 "2024-03-05T21:22:42Z")
2013 Mustang 5.0. Noticed I have green liquid which I believe is the refrigerant dye coming from what I think is AC condenser. It is winter here so I have not been using the AC. I know it’s not antifreeze or a radiator l… --- ## [2015 Subaru Outback - Exhaust in vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-exhaust-in-vehicle/190758)
**Author:** [@Mikel06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikel06)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2024, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-outback-exhaust-in-vehicle/190758 "2024-03-05T16:46:18Z")
I also have exhaust coming thru the vents when i have vent open- either with or without AC on. when i hit recirculate it goes away. My mechanic went thru the complete exhaust and said there was no leaks…? --- ## [2003 Dodge Ram 2500 - Warning light seems wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-2500-warning-light-seems-wrong/194485)
**Author:** [@wildmandan01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wildmandan01)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-2500-warning-light-seems-wrong/194485 "2024-03-04T20:49:44Z")
2003 RAM 2500 “Lamp out” warning and bell. Keep getting this warning and find that all lamps are working. Relentless bell will drive you crazy. --- ## [Found wheel weight stamped "MC-Zn"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-wheel-weight-stamped-mc-zn/97670)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 11:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-wheel-weight-stamped-mc-zn/97670 "2024-03-04T11:33:15Z")
Any ideas what that means? Another number stamped on it , "1.5", which I presume means it is a 1.5 ounce weight. I'm thinking the Zn means Zinc, but even if that's correct, no idea what the MC means. --- ## [Timing belt marks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-marks/194479)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-marks/194479 "2024-03-04T02:29:43Z")
My timing belt is supposed to have 2 sets of hash marks. Pre/post 2000. I got sent the wrong version. But figured it out. The marks are for initial install and won’t line up after motor is rotated. Yes, the crank and ca… --- ## [2016 Kia Sorento - Turbo trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-turbo-trouble/194468)
**Author:** [@abetdess1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abetdess1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-turbo-trouble/194468 "2024-03-04T01:03:12Z")
i bought my kia Sorento in because of power loss. they said at my local dealer we had a bad turbo and that they wouldn’t cover it under warantee. I then took it to another kia dealer theve had the car 10 days and they… --- ## [Dashboard light bulb change problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-light-bulb-change-problem/194475)
**Author:** [@MilanS02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MilanS02)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-light-bulb-change-problem/194475 "2024-03-03T21:03:08Z")
Hello everyone, I bought some t5 led bulbs to change the lights on the dashboard on my opel tigra 2000y because old ones are very low on life, however I came to one problem trying to replace them, the existing ones are c… --- ## [05 park av](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-park-av/194395)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-park-av/194395 "2024-03-03T16:41:34Z")
Yesterday the car started cutting out on the way to work. Like slight temporary power losses. When I left work it would start good but would not have enough power to move the car and would die as soon as put in drive. A… --- ## [2009 Lincoln MKX - New engine!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lincoln-mkx-new-engine/194466)
**Author:** [@tlippolis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tlippolis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lincoln-mkx-new-engine/194466 "2024-03-02T23:35:18Z")
was told there was water in oil due to a coolant leak. Said we need a new engine. --- ## [2006 Jeep Wrangler - Hard shifts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-wrangler-hard-shifts/194470)
**Author:** [@gstreet66](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gstreet66)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-wrangler-hard-shifts/194470 "2024-03-02T20:52:12Z")
So 5 years ago my jeep started to go into limp mode after a hard shift. I changed atf and filter, but no dice. Eventually, I purchased a new ECU/TCM and the jeep started working like new. Ido think I took it in at one po… --- ## [Is my new front motor mount for a Toyota Camry 1992-96 defective?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-new-front-motor-mount-for-a-toyota-camry-1992-96-defective/194458)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-new-front-motor-mount-for-a-toyota-camry-1992-96-defective/194458 "2024-03-02T20:11:32Z")
All 4 were replaced a while back. But the vibrations are quite bad in cold weather. Not sure what brand they are. Thought maybe it needed a hydraulic one. So I got a front one on Rockauto since it is easy to replace. Thi… --- ## [Can this be patched?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-this-be-patched/194474)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-this-be-patched/194474 "2024-03-02T18:26:55Z")
Was changing the brakes on my 2013 mustang today and saw the rear passenger side tire that I just bought brand new less than a month ago has a nail in it. Judging from the location and size of the nail in the picture, w… --- ## [Silverado running bad after seafoam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-running-bad-after-seafoam/194430)
**Author:** [@81\_malibuclassic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/81_malibuclassic)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-running-bad-after-seafoam/194430 "2024-03-02T18:07:45Z")
I have a 2001 Silverado with a 4.8. It sat for a few years but only has 126000 miles it was smoking but ran decent once I got it running so I seafoamed it through the brake booster vacuum line thinking that might clear i… --- ## [2018 Nissan Rogue - Noisy seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-rogue-noisy-seats/194464)
**Author:** [@RichardCSadick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardCSadick)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-rogue-noisy-seats/194464 "2024-03-02T17:21:41Z")
Power seat - whenever motor is started or shut down, the power seat makes an annoying, obnoxious noise as it moves. --- ## [2014 Toyota Avalon - Rear HVAC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-avalon-rear-hvac-issue/194424)
**Author:** [@SMM-SAT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SMM-SAT)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2024, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-avalon-rear-hvac-issue/194424 "2024-03-01T01:10:05Z")
Air not blowing from the rear vents in a 2014 Toyota Avalon. What would have gone wrong? Is it home repairable? --- ## [2022 Ford Bronco - Brake issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-ford-bronco-brake-issues/194413)
**Author:** [@Jeddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeddy)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2024, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-ford-bronco-brake-issues/194413 "2024-02-28T22:24:41Z")
Bronco Sport brake failure… has anyone else experienced brake issues with their Bronco Sport? I had a 2022 and when pulling into a parking space, the car lurched over the cement block. I checked to make sure I was brak… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=51) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=53)