# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=529 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 530 --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Low Speed ABS Activation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-low-speed-abs-activation/148215)
**Author:** [@Jack20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2019, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-silverado-1500-low-speed-abs-activation/148215 "2019-09-06T11:56:13Z")
When applying Brakes I get a noise that sounds like ABS is engaging & I have no Brakes. This only happens @ very low speed 5 mph & engine idling. --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Uplander - Fuel gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-uplander-fuel-gauge/148200)
**Author:** [@Beatriz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beatriz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2019, 5:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-uplander-fuel-gauge/148200 "2019-09-06T05:14:18Z")
I filled up the gas tank and it went up to full and then it said empty out of no wear when driving only about 1 mile. Worked fine again and then now has stayed in the middle between full and empty for about 3 day I’ve on… --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Tahoe - Using Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-tahoe-using-oil/148129)
**Author:** [@ScottLBarmann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottLBarmann)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2019, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-tahoe-using-oil/148129 "2019-09-06T05:10:21Z")
My 2015 Chevy Tahoe has 99,000 miles on it - and I’ve had regular oil changes at the chevy dealer. Around 90,000 miles the “Low Oil” light came on, just before I was due for an oil change. This light never came on previo… --- ## [2008 Nissan Frontier - Airbag Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-frontier-airbag-light/148211)
**Author:** [@Paul36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2019, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-frontier-airbag-light/148211 "2019-09-06T02:40:25Z")
I own a 2008 Nissan frontier I had an air bag issue light on the passenger side on. Had it fixed and 2 months later light is on again. seat belt assembly has been replaced once on passenger side and twice on drivers side… --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Tire Changing Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-tire-changing-advice/148060)
**Author:** [@Zachariah\_Lloyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zachariah_Lloyd)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2019, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-tire-changing-advice/148060 "2019-09-06T02:24:05Z")
My 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo got a flat tire, and my neighbor tried to jack the vehicle up in my driveway, but it rolled backwards and slammed onto the concrete… The vehicle is old, and in somewhat poor shape, as … --- ## [2004 Ford Mustang - Windows won't roll down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-mustang-windows-wont-roll-down/148203)
**Author:** [@JacquelineJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JacquelineJohnson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-mustang-windows-wont-roll-down/148203 "2019-09-05T23:30:47Z")
Neither the driver or passenger window want roll down. What can I look for. --- ## [2012 Jeep Compass - Just Quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-compass-just-quit/148089)
**Author:** [@albert22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/albert22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-compass-just-quit/148089 "2019-09-05T23:11:47Z")
Im driving jeep compass 2012 model just recently bought it, the just stop while driving and never start again, I consult the mechanic and the respond was the computer box don’t communicate with engine and the car is stil… --- ## [2015 Porsche Cayenne - Feels bumpy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-porsche-cayenne-feels-bumpy/148195)
**Author:** [@EgonEmerson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EgonEmerson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-porsche-cayenne-feels-bumpy/148195 "2019-09-05T20:02:59Z")
A 2015 Porsche Cayenne S with 60 K miles and 8 speed auto tranny. Recently I have noticed that when accelerating from a light there will be 2 or 3 “bumps” that, even though the road surface is smooth, feels like I have … --- ## [Mazda 5 anti theft no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-5-anti-theft-no-start/148198)
**Author:** [@Kristen\_Bell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kristen_Bell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-5-anti-theft-no-start/148198 "2019-09-05T21:41:00Z")
I have a Mazda 5 2008. Transmission Bolt it goes to the mount broke and then fell on top of my CV axle and broke I had a friend do the repairs and now that they’re done my Anti-Theft light is blinking and my vehicle will… --- ## [1997 Ford Ranger - Head Gasket Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-ranger-head-gasket-questions/148073)
**Author:** [@Thomas23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thomas23)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-ranger-head-gasket-questions/148073 "2019-09-05T20:09:13Z")
My mechanic informed me that my Ranger’s head gasket needs to be replaced. How long can I go without doing the replacement? How much should I expect to pay for the job? --- ## [3100 Sfi V6 engine tick when accelerating. Oil additives not helping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3100-sfi-v6-engine-tick-when-accelerating-oil-additives-not-helping/147429)
**Author:** [@Willrockman\_156644](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Willrockman_156644)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3100-sfi-v6-engine-tick-when-accelerating-oil-additives-not-helping/147429 "2019-09-05T19:28:04Z")
2003 buick century. Ticking noise when accelerating. If i put the peddle to the floor there is no ticking. But when i properly accelerate it ticks. Driving me insane. Oil additoves not helping. Would changing the spark p… --- ## [Dodge Charger Rear Door Reactivation Kit - Door latch issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-charger-rear-door-reactivation-kit-door-latch-issue/148178)
**Author:** [@Tom\_Latham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_Latham)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-charger-rear-door-reactivation-kit-door-latch-issue/148178 "2019-09-05T19:26:48Z")
Wondering if anyone can help me figure out this strange situation: I bought the Rear Door Reactivation Kit, to turn a 2012 Charger back into civilian use. I put everything together just fine on both doors. Everything … --- ## [2016 Mazda CX-5 - GPS is Trash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-gps-is-trash/148121)
**Author:** [@CarolStephenson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolStephenson)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-gps-is-trash/148121 "2019-09-05T17:55:21Z")
I totally agree with David. The GPS on my CX-5 is totally unreliable. Takes me out of the way, doesn’t know where it’s at, or can’t find address, period. Sometimes can’t type in address. Paid for a replacement with the s… --- ## [2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Synthetic Oil Required?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-highlander-hybrid-synthetic-oil-required/148140)
**Author:** [@BernieGardetto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BernieGardetto)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-highlander-hybrid-synthetic-oil-required/148140 "2019-09-05T16:57:23Z")
I was out of town and needed an oil change. Went to a national garage. they insisted I need synthetic oil. called my dealer They agreed. When home I checked receipts. they used regular oil except twice in the last cou… --- ## [2009 GMC Acadia - TPMS Always Target Same Tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-acadia-tpms-always-target-same-tire/148096)
**Author:** [@Clair03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clair03)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-acadia-tpms-always-target-same-tire/148096 "2019-09-05T16:35:20Z")
2009 GMC Acadia, left front tire always low even with regular rotation at oil change. When I fill it or they fill it after rotation, it loses several pounds relatively quickly; the other three tires maintain correct pr… --- ## [Can a mechanic refuse to allow you to drive your car away because it's deemed "unsafe"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-mechanic-refuse-to-allow-you-to-drive-your-car-away-because-its-deemed-unsafe/25314)
**Author:** [@NJKlinkhammer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NJKlinkhammer)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-mechanic-refuse-to-allow-you-to-drive-your-car-away-because-its-deemed-unsafe/25314 "2019-09-05T16:18:25Z")
A friend of mine recently took his 2001 Taurus to Sear's to determine what was causing the car to vibrate when driving at highway speeds. The service center determined the issue was the front left wheel bearing and quot… --- ## [2002 Volkswagen GTI - New Cat/CEL not going off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volkswagen-gti-new-cat-cel-not-going-off/148134)
**Author:** [@Arlene26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arlene26)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volkswagen-gti-new-cat-cel-not-going-off/148134 "2019-09-05T15:35:10Z")
Own a VW GTI, 2002, failed smog test, replaced catalytic converter but the computer said not reset. We have been driving it at 55, but not working and following on line suggestions but so far no luck. --- ## [2009 Subaru Forester - Recommendation for Quieter Tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-recommendation-for-quieter-tire/148152)
**Author:** [@Paul19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul19)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-recommendation-for-quieter-tire/148152 "2019-09-05T15:14:35Z")
Tire get very noisy above 60mph. These are pirelli. What tire would be quieter? --- ## [2010 Nissan Sentra - Valve Replacement Oil Usage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-valve-replacement-oil-usage/148131)
**Author:** [@Robert40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert40)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 12:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-valve-replacement-oil-usage/148131 "2019-09-05T12:27:02Z")
My son has the base model, 4 Cyl. Well, the car was running rough and after inspection, there was damage to the valves in a couple cylinders. We replaced the valves and catalytic converter. The oil usage is an issue as i… --- ## [2009 Chevrolet Impala - Steering Wheel Locks When Wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-impala-steering-wheel-locks-when-wet/148156)
**Author:** [@GC15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GC15)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 11:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-impala-steering-wheel-locks-when-wet/148156 "2019-09-05T11:16:41Z")
sharp turn to the right steering locks when wet --- ## [2007 Kia Spectra - Key Off Battery Drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-spectra-key-off-battery-drain/148148)
**Author:** [@TonyFirth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyFirth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 10:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-spectra-key-off-battery-drain/148148 "2019-09-05T10:30:15Z")
What is a typical battery drain with the ignition off? --- ## [06 Pontiac Torrent Blower Motor Resistor Blowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-pontiac-torrent-blower-motor-resistor-blowing/148052)
**Author:** [@Ben-Zaleschuk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-Zaleschuk)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 10:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-pontiac-torrent-blower-motor-resistor-blowing/148052 "2019-09-05T10:05:10Z")
Hi all, So recently my resistor for my blower motor keeps blowing out. Initially I replaced the old one and put a new one in, and it didn’t blow but the pig tail melted. So I did some research and found out it might be … --- ## [Odd tire wear on Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-tire-wear-on-jeep-grand-cherokee/148075)
**Author:** [@Jean-Pierre-Boileau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jean-Pierre-Boileau)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-tire-wear-on-jeep-grand-cherokee/148075 "2019-09-05T03:32:32Z")
I have a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4x4 (diesel) with 52,000 miles, and one tire has been wearing on the outside edge, whereas the 3 other tires have worn normally. I have rotated the tires at every oil change (1… --- ## [2000 Toyota Celica - Slow Gas Fillup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-celica-slow-gas-fillup/148082)
**Author:** [@NickyMakruski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NickyMakruski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-celica-slow-gas-fillup/148082 "2019-09-05T03:16:23Z")
I am having a problem when I attempt to fill my car’s gas tank up. Unless I barely squeeze the gas nozzle the gas flow will shut off as if my tank is full, which I know it’s not. Eventually I can get the tank filled, but… --- ## [2016 Nissan Pathfinder - Gear Selector Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-pathfinder-gear-selector-problem/148112)
**Author:** [@CharlesCohee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesCohee)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2019, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-pathfinder-gear-selector-problem/148112 "2019-09-04T18:20:01Z")
I shift to drive, acts like it is in neutral. Shift to 1st gear acts like drive. I shift back to park it behaves normally. --- ## [Stuck trying to remove camber adjust bolt on rear lower control arm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-trying-to-remove-camber-adjust-bolt-on-rear-lower-control-arm/148138)
**Author:** [@Stephen\_Rice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stephen_Rice)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-trying-to-remove-camber-adjust-bolt-on-rear-lower-control-arm/148138 "2019-09-05T02:46:31Z")
I’m very stuck in replacing my rear lower support arm because I cannot figure out how to remove the camber adjust bolt and also the stud next to it, both are froze inside of the bushings and are putting my project at a s… --- ## [1998 Buick LeSabre -- constant loud whirring noise (loudest when starting)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-lesabre-constant-loud-whirring-noise-loudest-when-starting/148106)
**Author:** [@1998lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1998lesabre)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-lesabre-constant-loud-whirring-noise-loudest-when-starting/148106 "2019-09-05T02:37:27Z")
1998 Buick LeSabre with about 60,000 miles on it … for the last 6 weeks there has been a constant whirring sound that is loudest right after ignition. When hitting the accelerator, it volume goes up, too. Initially thoug… --- ## [2002 Honda Odyssey - Battery, brake and all door lights intermitantly go on briefly and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-battery-brake-and-all-door-lights-intermitantly-go-on-briefly-and-off/121655)
**Author:** [@h2002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/h2002)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-battery-brake-and-all-door-lights-intermitantly-go-on-briefly-and-off/121655 "2019-09-05T01:47:05Z")
Currently the charging system indicator, brake and all door lights come on occasionally but only stay on for a 1-2 seconds and then go off. Since both the battery and alternator have very recently been replaced, I’m wond… --- ## [2014 Nissan Rogue - Oil Went Bye-Bye](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-rogue-oil-went-bye-bye/148024)
**Author:** [@ShelbyJoeButler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShelbyJoeButler)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2019, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-rogue-oil-went-bye-bye/148024 "2019-09-05T01:02:51Z")
My daughter has a 2014 Nissan Rogue with 90000 miles. She was informed that she had little to no oil in it by a friend who is very good with cars. She said it was running a little rough. I had the oil changed a few mont… --- ## [2000 Lexus LX 470 - Worth Doing Numerous Wear Items?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lexus-lx-470-worth-doing-numerous-wear-items/148136)
**Author:** [@SANDEE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SANDEE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2019, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lexus-lx-470-worth-doing-numerous-wear-items/148136 "2019-09-04T23:54:28Z")
I have owned a 2000 Lexus 470LX for 3 years. 198K miles. I have maintained it, but it now needs a slew of repairs…RPL A/C filter, tires/alignment, Rack & Pinion, Front suspension, Ft shocks, spark plugs. Will I be ab… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=528) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=530)