# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=53 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 54 --- ## [2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Needs a GPS update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-needs-a-gps-update/194441)
**Author:** [@Bob31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob31)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2024, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-needs-a-gps-update/194441 "2024-02-28T17:34:58Z")
Car is 10 years old and GPS needs to be updated. How do I update? --- ## [1988 Jeep Cherokee - Blown fuses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-jeep-cherokee-blown-fuses/194439)
**Author:** [@Mikemor65](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikemor65)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-jeep-cherokee-blown-fuses/194439 "2024-02-27T21:15:50Z")
My running lights dash lights the fuse keeps on blowing it’s an 88 Jeep Cherokee 6 cylinder four-wheel drive --- ## [Day trip with missing gas cap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/day-trip-with-missing-gas-cap/194426)
**Author:** [@Kamin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kamin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 11:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/day-trip-with-missing-gas-cap/194426 "2024-02-27T11:31:01Z")
We lost the gas cap on my son’s car tonight and it’s my fault. It’s Saturday night now, and none of the 3 soon to close auto parts stores seemed to have a replacement that fit (I’m wondering if it is non-standard and nee… --- ## [Problems with o2 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-o2-sensor/194419)
**Author:** [@MilanS02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MilanS02)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 6:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-o2-sensor/194419 "2024-02-27T06:57:42Z")
The car is an Opel Tigra 1.6 16v, 2000. yr, xel engine. Diagnosis shows codes for o2 and tps and the symptoms that are showing are next: When cold, sometimes, it takes a bit more cranking to start and the ignition is not… --- ## [Hissing sound and smoke from engine after starting, then car dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hissing-sound-and-smoke-from-engine-after-starting-then-car-dies/194211)
**Author:** [@jim\_173505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim_173505)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hissing-sound-and-smoke-from-engine-after-starting-then-car-dies/194211 "2024-02-26T20:31:34Z")
Car started from sitting overnight in freezing temps (single digits) then the hissing sound and smoke appeared as in the video posted, then the car dies out. Car started fine in colder temps all week before. Any ideas o… --- ## [After dealer service, RPMs running high!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-dealer-service-rpms-running-high/194408)
**Author:** [@darthsmozers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darthsmozers)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-dealer-service-rpms-running-high/194408 "2024-02-26T15:44:30Z")
First timer here, thank you for reading. In January I brought my 2019 Chevy Cruze (50k miles) to the dealer for a state inspection and left with an oil change, new tires, and suggested BG GDI Induction, Transmission Flu… --- ## [Replace TPMS Or Not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-tpms-or-not/194416)
**Author:** [@PintoKid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PintoKid)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-tpms-or-not/194416 "2024-02-26T04:51:59Z")
My wife’s 2017 Edge is about to need tires. She has 86K miles on the car. The TPMS on my car, a 2011 Camaro, has just started to fail (left rear) after 13 years and 93K miles. I’ll probably ignore the Camaro until it nee… --- ## [Ticking/clicking from the driver's side dash when braking downhill?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-clicking-from-the-drivers-side-dash-when-braking-downhill/189596)
**Author:** [@icashootnstar\_184479](https://community.cartalk.com/u/icashootnstar_184479)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-clicking-from-the-drivers-side-dash-when-braking-downhill/189596 "2024-02-26T01:39:14Z")
When braking when going down a hill, there is a rapid ticking sound from the driver’s side of the dash. Here’s a link to some video: https://photos.app.goo.gl/6sdByYRGREcdE3Mu8 It doesn’t happen when I push only slight… --- ## [Does all data or similar give more thorough information than a shop manual?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-all-data-or-similar-give-more-thorough-information-than-a-shop-manual/194429)
**Author:** [@jim\_173505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim_173505)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2024, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-all-data-or-similar-give-more-thorough-information-than-a-shop-manual/194429 "2024-02-25T22:55:55Z")
This is in my shop manual for a 2006 Sonata rear upper arm removal and install. The removal steps say nothing about removing the spring. It then states in the installation steps afterwards to install the spring. Why woul… --- ## [Radiator Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-repair/194427)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2024, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-repair/194427 "2024-02-25T22:42:19Z")
My 1982 Ford Granada has a small radiator leak near the top and close to the AT fluid line. It’s not in the grill section. Can any one recommend a good, high temperature epoxy to seal it? Could I use a high-wattage solde… --- ## [2013 Mustang GT Sensor Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mustang-gt-sensor-question/194425)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2024, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mustang-gt-sensor-question/194425 "2024-02-25T01:54:27Z")
I was wondering if anyone knew; does a 2013 Mustang GT use an ECT sensor or a CHT sensor? (or both?) to monitor the coolant temperature on an OBD scanner? I am asking because after idling for a while my scanner shows “c… --- ## [Double bad luck - 2004 Taurus - 2000 Dodge Dakota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/double-bad-luck-2004-taurus-2000-dodge-dakota/194417)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2024, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/double-bad-luck-2004-taurus-2000-dodge-dakota/194417 "2024-02-24T22:15:37Z")
\#1 2004 Ford Taurus ---- I replaced the fuel pump in my 2004 taurus because I was not hearing it come on and the car would not start. I replaced the fuel pump Wednesday and the car ran fantastic. Started it today on… --- ## [2023 Hyundai Tucson - Chip reset resolved it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-hyundai-tucson-chip-reset-resolved-it/194402)
**Author:** [@Ashley29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashley29)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2024, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-hyundai-tucson-chip-reset-resolved-it/194402 "2024-02-23T18:54:21Z")
The sucky thing is… is that Hyundai knows about this problem :pensive: I took mine in and they had to resest my chip and it was fixed no problems afterwards. It’s more annoying than anything. I’ve been a loyal Hyundai ow… --- ## [Do extended oil change intervals cause seals to fail sooner?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-extended-oil-change-intervals-cause-seals-to-fail-sooner/194406)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2024, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-extended-oil-change-intervals-cause-seals-to-fail-sooner/194406 "2024-02-22T15:41:12Z")
Was replacing seals on a 1992 Toyota. The oil pump seal had failed. The was rubber is all hard. A noticable groove was worn in to the shaft. The thing is the non engine oil seals seem to last longer, like the transmissio… --- ## [2006 Chrysler Crossfire - Should I stock up on parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-crossfire-should-i-stock-up-on-parts/194366)
**Author:** [@smk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smk)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2024, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-crossfire-should-i-stock-up-on-parts/194366 "2024-02-21T12:46:43Z")
bought car new with LIFETIME warranty. The warranty is not honored any more because parts are no longer made. Sometimes with give aftermarket but if expensive part will not provide. used parts out of the question. My que… --- ## [2021 Genesis - Cooling system kaput](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-genesis-cooling-system-kaput/194373)
**Author:** [@mslx400](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mslx400)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2024, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-genesis-cooling-system-kaput/194373 "2024-02-21T03:33:50Z")
I have similar problems with my 2021 Gv80. At less than 17,000 miles my entire cooling systems are not working. I find it very hard to get servicing from the dealerships near me. Live the SUV but the dealership expe… --- ## [Chevy leaking problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-leaking-problem/194397)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-leaking-problem/194397 "2024-02-20T22:19:04Z")
I have a 2008 Silverado 1500 WT extended cab truck. I am experiencing what I have seen is a popular/common problem with these trucks, wet floor boards after the rain. I originally tried replacing the brake light and gas… --- ## [What is this part on my 1987 Ford Ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-part-on-my-1987-ford-ranger/194400)
**Author:** [@mmvp911\_185967](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmvp911_185967)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-part-on-my-1987-ford-ranger/194400 "2024-02-20T22:11:17Z")
I have a 1987 Ford Ranger and I don’t know what this part goes to. I looked up the part number but could not find it. Here is an image of it if you have any idea let me know. --- ## [Unsprung mass, how much does it actually matter? Why have OEMs been adding so much of it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unsprung-mass-how-much-does-it-actually-matter-why-have-oems-been-adding-so-much-of-it/194240)
**Author:** [@Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Queue)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unsprung-mass-how-much-does-it-actually-matter-why-have-oems-been-adding-so-much-of-it/194240 "2024-02-20T13:21:55Z")
If you Google the question: “how much does unsprung weight matter” the overwhelming near-consensus is that matters a lot. Unsprung mass, we’re told, will adversely negatively effect acceleration, braking, steering feel (… --- ## [Wheel studs breaking off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-studs-breaking-off/194318)
**Author:** [@pine150](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pine150)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2024, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-studs-breaking-off/194318 "2024-02-19T15:46:58Z")
I have a 2018 Subaru Impreza. I use snow tires in winter, and last spring when we took the snow tires off we found that 2 of the wheel studs on the front passenger side had broken off some time after we put the snow tire… --- ## [2017 Ford escape rear brake pad question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-rear-brake-pad-question/194056)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2024, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-rear-brake-pad-question/194056 "2024-02-19T14:35:00Z")
So the rear brake pads on my wife’s 2017 Ford Escape SE needs new brake pads. I watched a few videos on youtube to see if there are any secrets that I needed to know and I see them done in 2 ways. The first way is to j… --- ## [Which oil for 2009 Corolla 1.8l, in West cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-oil-for-2009-corolla-1-8l-in-west-cost/194392)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2024, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-oil-for-2009-corolla-1-8l-in-west-cost/194392 "2024-02-19T01:04:55Z")
The manual says 0w 20 or 5w 20. It no where says full synthetic or not - I recall a friends used full synthetic on older Camry and developed white smoke. The car has 130k - no oil leak. Which oil should I use, Full Sy… --- ## [One of the cigarette lighter outlet isn't powered](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-of-the-cigarette-lighter-outlet-isnt-powered/194103)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2024, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-of-the-cigarette-lighter-outlet-isnt-powered/194103 "2024-02-18T20:14:20Z")
2009 Corollo All the equipments seems working - just the one cigarette lighter outlet by the gear stick isn’t. The one under the armrest is working. Could not think a fuse is an issue since all else is working. Is th… --- ## [Fuel volume regulator on a 2002 Toyota Sienna 3.0 V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-volume-regulator-on-a-2002-toyota-sienna-3-0-v6/194384)
**Author:** [@gargoyle52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gargoyle52)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2024, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-volume-regulator-on-a-2002-toyota-sienna-3-0-v6/194384 "2024-02-17T21:18:16Z")
Where is it? On the engine? In the gas tank? --- ## [2007 Volkswagen Rabbit - Transmission leak question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-volkswagen-rabbit-transmission-leak-question/194383)
**Author:** [@Lodei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lodei)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2024, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-volkswagen-rabbit-transmission-leak-question/194383 "2024-02-17T14:42:29Z")
Mechanic says I have small transmission leak. What’s it going to cost including labour? --- ## [1999 Chevrolet Tahoe - Engine question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-engine-question/194386)
**Author:** [@\_ouisstone70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_ouisstone70)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2024, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-engine-question/194386 "2024-02-16T19:47:21Z")
working on a 1999 chevy Tahoe can not finger out why the lower engine has a knock in it can anyone tell me why --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD - Fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-fuel-pump/194388)
**Author:** [@garyvo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garyvo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2024, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-fuel-pump/194388 "2024-02-16T16:37:57Z")
cp4 fuel pump failer --- ## [Makes noise when decelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/makes-noise-when-decelerating/194380)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2024, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/makes-noise-when-decelerating/194380 "2024-02-16T15:09:25Z")
My engine (or is it my transmission?) makes a noise when I put my foot off the accelerator; it doesn't happen when I'm acclerating. Anyone have any ideas what the deal is? Thanks! --- ## [Honda/Acura Check Oil Level Warning on Dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-acura-check-oil-level-warning-on-dash/194281)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2024, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-acura-check-oil-level-warning-on-dash/194281 "2024-02-15T15:56:53Z")
2014 Acura TSX, ~120k miles, 4 cylinder, automatic transmission. 10/1/2023 112k miles did oil change, checked for leaks 10/28/2023 114k miles Drained and refilled transmission 11/20/2023 116k miles Replace transmis… --- ## [Transmission Leaking From External Hose, New Clamps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-leaking-from-external-hose-new-clamps/193823)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2024, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-leaking-from-external-hose-new-clamps/193823 "2024-02-15T15:55:34Z")
2014 Acura TSX, roughly 110k miles, 4 cylinder engine, automatic transmission. Got the car as a used car. Noticed that it was leaking from the bottom hose attached to the external in-line transmission filter, on the fil… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=52) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=54)