# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=552 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 553 --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester - Won't let go of the key!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-wont-let-go-of-the-key/146255)
**Author:** [@Mary01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-wont-let-go-of-the-key/146255 "2019-08-08T14:13:54Z")
I was parking my car in my garage. I put the car in park and tried to turn the key to off and the key wouldn’t move and the steering wheel locked up. --- ## [2007 Cadillac STS - Are there plugs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-sts-are-there-plugs/146257)
**Author:** [@Tammy55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tammy55)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-sts-are-there-plugs/146257 "2019-08-08T13:58:53Z")
Do Cadillac STS (2007) have spark plugs. My car just started missing pretty bad --- ## [2007 Kia Rio Mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-rio-mystery/146173)
**Author:** [@John\_Wood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Wood)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-rio-mystery/146173 "2019-08-08T13:55:42Z")
Ok so here is the issues. Heater core is bad. How do I know? No Heat blowing at all. Engine overheating. Transmission fluid is supposed to be between hot and cold, but is about 2 inches above hot. Their is oil fluid be… --- ## [2002 Subaru Outback - I can ix it (right?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-outback-i-can-ix-it-right/146186)
**Author:** [@Klein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Klein)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-outback-i-can-ix-it-right/146186 "2019-08-08T13:40:03Z")
My 2002 Subaru Outback is leaking coolant and a mechanic told me it’s most likely the water pump. They said it’d run me about $500, but I researched the parts and different tutorials online for a 2002 outback, it seems i… --- ## [2017 Hyundai Accent - Electrical SNAFU](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-accent-electrical-snafu/146253)
**Author:** [@TP17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TP17)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-accent-electrical-snafu/146253 "2019-08-08T13:01:26Z")
While driving on the highway, all the instrument lights shut off for a second and then all warning lights come on for just a second. I mean EVERY light on the cluster comes on. When all the lights go back off, the Tripom… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Sonata - Steering locks up (just for a sec)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-steering-locks-up-just-for-a-sec/146168)
**Author:** [@LUTZKE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LUTZKE)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-steering-locks-up-just-for-a-sec/146168 "2019-08-08T11:00:09Z")
2013 Sonata @ 10,000 mi, Purchased from dad. Noticed immediately steering tended to momentarily lock (1sec). Was more noticeable in MN cold weather. Took to dealer and they made a computer adjmt to steering MOTOR? If it … --- ## [2000 Volkswagen Passat - trouble starting after losing the key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-passat-trouble-starting-after-losing-the-key/146064)
**Author:** [@BillStroup](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillStroup)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 10:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-passat-trouble-starting-after-losing-the-key/146064 "2019-08-08T10:08:54Z")
bought a 2000 passat wagon lost the keys call locksmith Locksmith said there was not a ignition chip in the the ignition key or the ignition. Car wont start engine cuts out the firstr time you start it after that it do… --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - change in the oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-change-in-the-oil/146051)
**Author:** [@LouisaEdwards](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LouisaEdwards)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 8:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-silverado-1500-change-in-the-oil/146051 "2019-08-08T08:40:09Z")
I was putting oil in my truck and I heard a noise before I could stop and look a penny went in my oil. There is another penny and a quarter in the bottle. What do I need to do? --- ## [1987 Dodge Dakota - Oil Pressure Light Comes On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-dodge-dakota-oil-pressure-light-comes-on/146216)
**Author:** [@Doug50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doug50)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-dodge-dakota-oil-pressure-light-comes-on/146216 "2019-08-08T05:04:37Z")
Oil pressure drops. idiot light comes on then off then on again --- ## [Hi! I recently purchased a 2007 Chrysler Sebring (first car! yay, right?) but I have been noticing problems since I purchased the car from a private seller](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-i-recently-purchased-a-2007-chrysler-sebring-first-car-yay-right-but-i-have-been-noticing-problems-since-i-purchased-the-car-from-a-private-seller/146180)
**Author:** [@lovewillis\_155832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lovewillis_155832)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hi-i-recently-purchased-a-2007-chrysler-sebring-first-car-yay-right-but-i-have-been-noticing-problems-since-i-purchased-the-car-from-a-private-seller/146180 "2019-08-08T02:26:57Z")
I have noticed a problem with the driver side door panel. I can’t roll my window up or down from the driver side, and I can not lock or unlock doors from that side so I have to get out, go to the passenger side and lock … --- ## [Car that bogs down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-that-bogs-down/146241)
**Author:** [@Austin\_Travis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Austin_Travis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-that-bogs-down/146241 "2019-08-08T01:47:22Z")
I have a 2004 v6 3.9 Mustang and when at idle and slowly pressing down the throttle, it bogs down and seems to get caught around 1500 rpm and then picks back up and runs fine after it. However, when giving it more thrott… --- ## [2004 Buick Regal Super Charged - Rough Idling On Start-Up, Braking Weakened Afterwards](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-regal-super-charged-rough-idling-on-start-up-braking-weakened-afterwards/146163)
**Author:** [@SeanGaines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeanGaines)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-regal-super-charged-rough-idling-on-start-up-braking-weakened-afterwards/146163 "2019-08-08T01:32:59Z")
As I start up my vehicle on a 7:30 AM morning, the engine runs rough while idling from 2000 RPM to 3000 RPM. As I am driving it out of a parking lot, the same behavior occurs in DRIVE, and the steering wheel seized up fo… --- ## [2003 GMC Sonoma - Oil and coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-sonoma-oil-and-coolant/146200)
**Author:** [@JamesAbbott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesAbbott)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2019, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-sonoma-oil-and-coolant/146200 "2019-08-08T00:48:24Z")
Smell of oil, after driving. Have to fill radiator with 6 oz of antifreeze daily. Do I have a leak? Don’t see any fluids on the ground. --- ## [2004 Ford Taurus AC not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-ac-not-working/146136)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-ac-not-working/146136 "2019-08-07T21:23:07Z")
Hello, Ac was working fine but now the compressor is spinning very slowly and it is hot in the car. The compressor normally spins much faster and comes on and off it is just spinining nonstop but very slow. What is the… --- ## [2013 Nissan Sentra - Stalling and No A/C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-stalling-and-no-a-c/146227)
**Author:** [@Judy46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judy46)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-stalling-and-no-a-c/146227 "2019-08-07T20:18:36Z")
Car stalls while driving and while idylling & a/c does not cool --- ## [2005 Honda CR-V - Floods When Trying to Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-floods-when-trying-to-start/146223)
**Author:** [@MichaelVanKleeck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelVanKleeck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-floods-when-trying-to-start/146223 "2019-08-07T19:40:34Z")
Honda CR-V, floods when trying to start. Will start once, then will flood the next time it is turned over. According to several trusted mechanics, there should be no reason for this. Other than this issue there are zero … --- ## [2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid - Premature Rusting Around Doors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lincoln-mkz-hybrid-premature-rusting-around-doors/146219)
**Author:** [@CharlesMazza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesMazza)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lincoln-mkz-hybrid-premature-rusting-around-doors/146219 "2019-08-07T19:39:54Z")
Premature rusting around doors. --- ## [2010 Odyssey: 100k Recommended Service Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-odyssey-100k-recommended-service-help/130789)
**Author:** [@jenwilcox1028\_145801](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jenwilcox1028_145801)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-odyssey-100k-recommended-service-help/130789 "2018-12-14T04:27:24Z")
Hello! Just bought a 2010 Honda Odyssey Touring with 101k. This is a two owner, with Carfax showing it was meticulously maintained and serviced at a Honda dealer. The only exception that I’m aware of so far is the timing… --- ## [1990 Nissan 300ZX - I smell fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-300zx-i-smell-fuel/146123)
**Author:** [@Gregsampson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gregsampson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-300zx-i-smell-fuel/146123 "2019-08-07T17:16:56Z")
HI I can smell fuel on start up iale, no visual sign of a leak also periodiclly it starts to feel like im running out of fuel spulttering to s a stop when turned off and wait a minute or so it starts and will run oka… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Equinox - A/C Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-equinox-a-c-problem/146161)
**Author:** [@Eduardo59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eduardo59)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-equinox-a-c-problem/146161 "2019-08-07T15:44:07Z")
Act blowing hot air ac clutch kick on but nothing --- ## [2005 Subaru Legacy - What now?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-legacy-what-now/146112)
**Author:** [@Cliff43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cliff43)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-legacy-what-now/146112 "2019-08-07T13:49:28Z")
What to do about the curse of the blown headgasket? The mechanic says $2300 to remove head and replace with newer headgasket. There is no remanufactured engine option that would be cheaper. Car has 130,000 on it. Jus… --- ## [2005 Subaru Forester transmission question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-forester-transmission-question/145502)
**Author:** [@Jeffrey\_Paul](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffrey_Paul)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-forester-transmission-question/145502 "2019-08-07T13:29:08Z")
I’m looking at a clean 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5x non turbo automatic with 180000. The car starts up great. However there is a transmission issue. The guy I’m buying it from said it has too much fluid in it and the filter… --- ## [2005 Honda Odyssey - Burning gas like crazy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-odyssey-burning-gas-like-crazy/75618)
**Author:** [@tommy195](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tommy195)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-odyssey-burning-gas-like-crazy/75618 "2019-08-07T13:06:26Z")
I have a real puzzler for you! I have a very well maintained 2005 honda odyssey with 150,000 miles on it. It typically gets 22 m.p.g. It started using an unusual amount of gas - was getting 12 m.p.g. Took it to the mecha… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Sonata - Question About Transponder/Ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-question-about-transponder-ignition/146165)
**Author:** [@Gary08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gary08)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-question-about-transponder-ignition/146165 "2019-08-07T12:23:08Z")
If my key fob battery dies, I can insert it into a designed slot that is located under my armrest to start my car. My question is how is it sending a signal to the ignition to start? My key fob is 100 plastic with no met… --- ## [2009 Nissan Pathfinder - Random temps hi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-pathfinder-random-temps-hi/137564)
**Author:** [@ChasityLobrillo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChasityLobrillo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-pathfinder-random-temps-hi/137564 "2019-08-07T11:52:10Z")
Why would my 09 Nissan Pathfinders ac blow hot then cold randomly. Also my heart was doing the same until I blead the lines. I let it idle yesterday to see if there was any kind of cycle of when the AC worked. The water … --- ## [2009 Volkswagen Routan - Won't start - sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-routan-wont-start-sometimes/146176)
**Author:** [@haroldbass](https://community.cartalk.com/u/haroldbass)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 10:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-routan-wont-start-sometimes/146176 "2019-08-07T10:41:18Z")
Intermmitant starting problem. On occasion it only clicks when the key is turned–engine does not turn over. Starts only after numerous attempts. Sometimes, after 5 or 6 tries and sometimes only after numerous tries. It c… --- ## [Can an aftermarket radio cause other electrical problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-an-aftermarket-radio-cause-other-electrical-problems/146153)
**Author:** [@Zachary\_Fisher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zachary_Fisher)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 10:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-an-aftermarket-radio-cause-other-electrical-problems/146153 "2019-08-07T10:36:41Z")
Been having a lot of trouble with my 2009 Chevy HHR. The dash gauges turn off intermittently and the dash lights will randomly turn on and off with it. I also have been having trouble with my aftermarket radio receiving … --- ## [Rpm dial on Hyundai accent not working and car stalling - help please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-dial-on-hyundai-accent-not-working-and-car-stalling-help-please/86876)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 8:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-dial-on-hyundai-accent-not-working-and-car-stalling-help-please/86876 "2019-08-07T08:54:10Z")
Hi, I know very little about cars so I am coming to this forum in the hopes that someone can provide me with some insight and direction. Over the last several weeks my car (2010 Hyundai Accent, 60k miles) started randoml… --- ## [Nissan Sentra P0440 P0446 MIL code EVAP leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-p0440-p0446-mil-code-evap-leak/145784)
**Author:** [@YourMinky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YourMinky)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-p0440-p0446-mil-code-evap-leak/145784 "2019-08-07T04:46:58Z")
My 1997 Nissan Sentra is giving P0440 and P0446 MIL codes together, which means large EVAP leak. I cleared the ECM codes, but they keep coming back after a while. The car runs fine, starts fine, no issues otherwise. I … --- ## [2010 Outback Brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-outback-brake-issue/146128)
**Author:** [@gattamom\_149413](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gattamom_149413)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2019, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-outback-brake-issue/146128 "2019-08-07T04:35:36Z")
Our 2010 Outback has required turning of brake rotiors 4 times over the past year, about every 5000 miles. Our mechanic cannot find a cause for the frequent need for maintenance, simply attributes it to our mountainous … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=551) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=553)