# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=566 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 567 --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu - Blower Motor Peculularity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-blower-motor-peculularity/144987)
**Author:** [@JoePieczonka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoePieczonka)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2019, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-blower-motor-peculularity/144987 "2019-07-23T00:41:44Z")
You and your brother once described how ignition circuits now cut off power to some componenets (eg: radios) to prevent power surges.Is the blower motor circuit part of that method. This car’s AC system has new or verif… --- ## [2011 Ford Taurus - Panel Gone Mad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-taurus-panel-gone-mad/145030)
**Author:** [@PamelaTeeters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PamelaTeeters)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2019, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-taurus-panel-gone-mad/145030 "2019-07-23T00:16:52Z")
Yesterday everything worked great, today when I started up the fan is stuck on high, the interior temp is 90deg. & heater is stuck @ 90. none of the buttons on the panel respond. can’t turn fan, heat off, can’t turn ai… --- ## [2010 Nissan Sentra - P1777/ Stepper Motors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-p1777-stepper-motors/145034)
**Author:** [@jack36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jack36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2019, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-sentra-p1777-stepper-motors/145034 "2019-07-23T00:10:53Z")
code p1777 came up in my 2010 nissan sentra. internet search suggests it’s a step motor problem but the nearby dealerships aren’t familiar with step motors. what would be the best way to fix this code/repair? --- ## [2010 Hyundai accent gs 2nd starter fail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-accent-gs-2nd-starter-fail/144906)
**Author:** [@JanFritx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanFritx)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-accent-gs-2nd-starter-fail/144906 "2019-07-22T22:32:50Z")
No image The starter went bad. I had it replaced with a new one. 10 days later about 60 miles from home the new starter failed. You could hear it spin but it would not engage the flywheel. I don’t know what would cause t… --- ## [Quarter Panel damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quarter-panel-damage/144915)
**Author:** [@scottmail21\_154988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottmail21_154988)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quarter-panel-damage/144915 "2019-07-22T22:27:23Z")
I damaged the driver front QP. The upper panel has been bent in and seems to have popped off some clips on the inside that hold the two panels together? What would be the best approach for fixing this? Please see photos… --- ## [Car overheating and coolant leaking!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-and-coolant-leaking/144844)
**Author:** [@Riley\_Burgart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Riley_Burgart)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-and-coolant-leaking/144844 "2019-07-22T21:44:29Z")
My boyfriend and I were driving a 2008 Chevy Malibu home last night (only a 30 minute highway drive) and when we finally pulled in to the parking lot, we smelled something and saw thin, white smoke coming from under the … --- ## [Radiator leaking? Maybe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-leaking-maybe/144936)
**Author:** [@Shelby\_Cox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelby_Cox)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-leaking-maybe/144936 "2019-07-22T20:15:25Z")
2003 Chevy S10, fiancee work truck. Has been leaking radiator fluid. Every time he cranks it, he puts water in it. So, that it doesn’t over heat. I had to drive it the last 2 days. It doesn’t get above 210 it actually 2 … --- ## [2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac - Minimum Rotor Thickness](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-sport-trac-minimum-rotor-thickness/145013)
**Author:** [@JohnVallance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnVallance)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-sport-trac-minimum-rotor-thickness/145013 "2019-07-22T20:09:12Z")
I’m contemplating replacing the rotors on my '07 Sport Trac. Using a caliper to measure the width of each rotor, what measurement would indicate that l should not turn, but replace them? jrv --- ## [2005 Pontiac Grand Am - Intermittently No Starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-grand-am-intermittently-no-starts/144970)
**Author:** [@Blake\_Skyler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blake_Skyler)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-grand-am-intermittently-no-starts/144970 "2019-07-22T18:11:21Z")
2005 grand am se v6. Intermittently won’t start. Just the other day it wouldn’t start no matter what. Turns over but no fire. Unless I press the gas and it only runs if I keep pressing the gas pedal. I checked fuses, th… --- ## [2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Multiple Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-silverado-1500-multiple-issues/144765)
**Author:** [@DarlineL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarlineL)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-silverado-1500-multiple-issues/144765 "2019-07-22T16:34:17Z")
I have the same problem that Jason K. has. I have had the throttle body cleaned, the air filter changed, the spark plugs and wires changed, the 8 fuel injectors replaced, the fuel injector wiring harness/connectors chan… --- ## [2012 Honda Pilot - Air Cleaner Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-air-cleaner-replacement/145004)
**Author:** [@Phil49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phil49)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-air-cleaner-replacement/145004 "2019-07-22T16:10:42Z")
What is fair price to change air filters. --- ## [2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Undercarriage Component Rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-grand-cherokee-undercarriage-component-rust/144914)
**Author:** [@FrankMeliti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankMeliti)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-grand-cherokee-undercarriage-component-rust/144914 "2019-07-22T16:08:10Z")
We bought a 2018 Grand CHerokee Limited 11/30/18 with 60 miles on it. The under carriage has rust and corrosion on drive axles, shocks, sway bar links, hardware, and the heating elements under the back seat. This is una… --- ## [2003 Toyota ECHO - No Crank/Oil and Check Engine Light Come On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-echo-no-crank-oil-and-check-engine-light-come-on/144978)
**Author:** [@cogswellmark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cogswellmark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-echo-no-crank-oil-and-check-engine-light-come-on/144978 "2019-07-22T16:00:01Z")
Ihave a 2003 Toyota echo , automatic with 175,000 miles It started a few days ago : my oil light and check engine light are on as soon as I open the car door before the key is put in the ignition When I try to start it … --- ## [2016 Kia Sorento - Anybody have weatherstripping problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-anybody-have-weatherstripping-problems/144999)
**Author:** [@DaveBenn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveBenn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-anybody-have-weatherstripping-problems/144999 "2019-07-22T15:59:01Z")
drivers door weather stripping has tears , been 2nd time I have had it replaced , don;t think they will honor warranty this time , been very conscious on exiting and entering vehicle , otherwise pleased with vehicle , bo… --- ## [2008 Toyota Yaris - No Response From Gas Pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-no-response-from-gas-pedal/144992)
**Author:** [@faizel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/faizel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-no-response-from-gas-pedal/144992 "2019-07-22T14:12:55Z")
car idle put foot on petrol nothing happen no revs --- ## [Worried about damage caused by improper maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worried-about-damage-caused-by-improper-maintenance/144945)
**Author:** [@Anthony\_Amicone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony_Amicone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worried-about-damage-caused-by-improper-maintenance/144945 "2019-07-22T14:00:24Z")
Hello, my name is Anthony. I have a 07 Hyundai tiburon that I had the timing belt and water pump replaced on two days ago. I am very concerned that my engine has been damaged due to improper installation of the crankshaf… --- ## [1997 Ford F-150 - Out of Production Weatherstripping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-f-150-out-of-production-weatherstripping/144967)
**Author:** [@JimBurres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimBurres)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-f-150-out-of-production-weatherstripping/144967 "2019-07-22T13:23:48Z")
I have a “new” 1997 F150 that I got from my dad when he passed away. The rear hood cowling gasket is no longer stopping water from running down the windshield into the engine when it rains. this causes the back two plu… --- ## [2018 Hyundai Genesis - Shift Engagement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-genesis-shift-engagement/144961)
**Author:** [@RobertTibbetts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertTibbetts)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-genesis-shift-engagement/144961 "2019-07-22T13:05:58Z")
My 2018 Genesis G80 Sport, with 3.3 T engine, often fails to go into drive after I back out of my driveway, shift into drive, and step on the accelerator. Some times it takes 2 or 3 times, shifting into drive, before the… --- ## [New CV Axel and the Boot Exploded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cv-axel-and-the-boot-exploded/142522)
**Author:** [@Theswedking](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Theswedking)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cv-axel-and-the-boot-exploded/142522 "2019-07-22T12:42:42Z")
I have a 2007 Nissan Murano with AWD. I developed a front end shake and ended up replacing both control arms with ball joints, new tires and a alignment. Afterwards I was told I had a leak in my driver front CV axle. The… --- ## [2000 Ford E150 - Undercarriage Rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-e150-undercarriage-rust/144938)
**Author:** [@Harry09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harry09)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-e150-undercarriage-rust/144938 "2019-07-22T08:04:39Z")
I have had this truck for 15/16yrs. It has about 107K miles on it. At the last inspection I was told that this may be the last year it would pass because of rust under the passenger floor board and in body supports. I ha… --- ## [2012 Ford Fusion - Brake Caliper Sticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-fusion-brake-caliper-sticking/144864)
**Author:** [@rbilg965](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rbilg965)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-fusion-brake-caliper-sticking/144864 "2019-07-22T07:05:34Z")
over last two years ive changed the front drivers side rotor/pads/caliper on a 2012 ford fusion and the pads stuck again! what else am i missing? Will the ABS cause the caliper not to release? --- ## [Salvaged parts 4 warranty work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvaged-parts-4-warranty-work/142702)
**Author:** [@geo\_mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geo_mac)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2019, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salvaged-parts-4-warranty-work/142702 "2019-07-22T03:38:30Z")
Toyota matrix 2007 147 000 I just bought a used car with a warrantee of inspection. I had my mechanic check the car, it failed due to a bad strut. The dealer agreed to repair the strut, but with a salvaged part. Also, … --- ## [1992 Chrysler LeBaron - Electrical Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chrysler-lebaron-electrical-problem/144952)
**Author:** [@MichaelBrock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelBrock)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chrysler-lebaron-electrical-problem/144952 "2019-07-21T22:26:09Z")
Airbag light is on windows will not go up and down AC will not turn on --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Cavalier - Flooded?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-cavalier-flooded/144954)
**Author:** [@LamarcusBall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LamarcusBall)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-cavalier-flooded/144954 "2019-07-21T22:25:51Z")
Gasoline flooded engine perhaps. I smell gas around the engine area. I replaced two rubber ends that connect to the fuel injector and air filter I believe. I also believe the starter may be affected from too many crank a… --- ## [4bbl. vs. 2bbl. HP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4bbl-vs-2bbl-hp/8097)
**Author:** [@davidlarsen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidlarsen)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4bbl-vs-2bbl-hp/8097 "2019-07-21T21:45:40Z")
I have a '72 Nova (4-door), 44,000 miles, with a 307 2bbl., no a/c and single exhaust. I understand this motor has about 200hp at 4600rpm. It's nearly all original and I'd like to keep it that way as much as possible, bu… --- ## [2005 Ford Expedition - Interior Plastic Discoloration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-expedition-interior-plastic-discoloration/144940)
**Author:** [@jimmycrab\_155030](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmycrab_155030)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-expedition-interior-plastic-discoloration/144940 "2019-07-21T20:20:59Z")
I have only one problem with my brute Expedition which I will keep forever (I’m 82). The plastic trim at the bottom of the front doors is lighter in color than the rest of the plastic trim. Even when I soak it in some ki… --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Traverse - Hit and Run Damage Estimate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-traverse-hit-and-run-damage-estimate/144876)
**Author:** [@GaryMcPherran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryMcPherran)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-traverse-hit-and-run-damage-estimate/144876 "2019-07-21T20:17:58Z")
Got hit in the rear by another car. damage to lower part of rear door. What is estimated cost to repair or replace. hit and run --- ## [A/C too leaky?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-too-leaky/144947)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-too-leaky/144947 "2019-07-21T20:10:53Z")
Camry 2004, about 135K miles. Friday afternoon, temperature maybe 95+, the A/C felt like it was weakening. I was close to my Trusted Independent Mechanic, so I stopped in without consulting Car Talk. The shop added 0.… --- ## [2012 Toyota Camry - Shuttering/Vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-shuttering-vibration/144872)
**Author:** [@GiselleM.Scott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GiselleM.Scott)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-shuttering-vibration/144872 "2019-07-21T20:02:50Z")
My toyota makes a shake like going over treads beside the highway when going 35 - 55 mph really shutters til it gets past that speed, transmission problem maybe? --- ## [My car is starting and moving into gear in display but won’t drive 2006 Honda hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-starting-and-moving-into-gear-in-display-but-won-t-drive-2006-honda-hybrid/144597)
**Author:** [@Jceja1290\_154794](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jceja1290_154794)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2019, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-starting-and-moving-into-gear-in-display-but-won-t-drive-2006-honda-hybrid/144597 "2019-07-21T19:04:48Z")
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