# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=568 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 569 --- ## [2012 Dodge Challenger - Infotainment Possessed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-challenger-infotainment-possessed/144659)
**Author:** [@MateoE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MateoE)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-challenger-infotainment-possessed/144659 "2019-07-18T03:23:17Z")
screen will activate the uconnect phone and VR system by itself. Help anyone?? --- ## [ATF Transmission Fluid Type, ATF, ATF+3, ATF+4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-transmission-fluid-type-atf-atf-3-atf-4/34881)
**Author:** [@friedo82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/friedo82)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2019, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-transmission-fluid-type-atf-atf-3-atf-4/34881 "2019-07-20T01:39:33Z")
This if for a 1997 Plymouth Breeze 2.0 with automatic and 27K miles. I'm doing a trans fluid and filter change. Is Regular ATF labeled fluid the same as ATF+4 ? The bottle says its ok in Chry.Co. vehicles but I h… --- ## [Problems after changing my fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-after-changing-my-fuel-pump/144757)
**Author:** [@Jrchattine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jrchattine)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-after-changing-my-fuel-pump/144757 "2019-07-19T21:06:48Z")
I have a 02 VW Passat 1.8t SW. I recently changed my fuel pump but now the gas gauge is stuck on E. I also can only put about 10 to 15 dollar in the tank before it stops. --- ## [Is this Intake Repair overpriced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-intake-repair-overpriced/144746)
**Author:** [@Jason\_Mitchell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason_Mitchell)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-intake-repair-overpriced/144746 "2019-07-19T20:56:21Z")
My 1997 Buick Park Avenue started smoking out of the tail pipe, and then wouldn’t start. We took it to a local shop called Jason Henry’s and they said it was water in the cylinders and charged us $728.49, broken down in… --- ## [2005 GMC Yukon - Trans issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-yukon-trans-issue/144809)
**Author:** [@eztransmission](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eztransmission)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-yukon-trans-issue/144809 "2019-07-19T20:37:26Z")
when the transmission gets hot it doesn’t want to move --- ## [2008 Kia Sportage - Reliable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-reliable/144803)
**Author:** [@ronmitchell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ronmitchell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-reliable/144803 "2019-07-19T19:39:09Z")
how reliable is an08 kia sportage with a 5 speed manual tranny? and what know problems do they have --- ## [2011 Nissan Sentra - Lights out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-sentra-lights-out/144800)
**Author:** [@Redfalcon23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Redfalcon23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-sentra-lights-out/144800 "2019-07-19T19:37:00Z")
I recently had a stroke and as a result was not using my car and had to have a friend charge up the battery. When it was moved from work to home about 5 months ago, I noticed that none of the lights were working in the b… --- ## [2009 Toyota RAV4 - I suspect the phone charger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-i-suspect-the-phone-charger/144732)
**Author:** [@Nolan32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nolan32)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-i-suspect-the-phone-charger/144732 "2019-07-19T19:17:15Z")
I use a charger for my iPhone or GPS which plugs into the cigarette lighter. Can that device if it’s gone bad affect my starter or otherwise the electrical system? Car sometimes won’t start. --- ## [2016 Ford Explorer - Oil temp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-oil-temp/144786)
**Author:** [@Al13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-oil-temp/144786 "2019-07-19T19:10:10Z")
On 2016 Ford Explorer has a temperature message that flashes on for a split few seconds. Temperature Excessive or something like that. Dealership said they needed to see message but doesn"t last. What could it be? --- ## [2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - All the lights on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-all-the-lights-on/144776)
**Author:** [@MichaelGaffney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelGaffney)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-trailblazer-all-the-lights-on/144776 "2019-07-19T18:59:12Z")
electrical problem dash board all my light come on when i am driving --- ## [2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser - Overheats like this](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser-overheats-like-this/144796)
**Author:** [@kad45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kad45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser-overheats-like-this/144796 "2019-07-19T18:14:26Z")
Car over heats ONLY after driving for awhile then idling for more than 5 minutes --- ## [2015 Honda Fit - HVAC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-fit-hvac/144788)
**Author:** [@valone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valone)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-fit-hvac/144788 "2019-07-19T17:34:20Z")
2015 Fit. Since purchase, Three summers of AC not cooling… Honda dealer checked…18 degrees cooler than norm…Want about $300. to take apart and check & fix… Want to hear from others & what to do to fix…O R was their … --- ## [2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen - Fewer problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-fewer-problems/144790)
**Author:** [@KeithKollmann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithKollmann)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-fewer-problems/144790 "2019-07-19T17:29:52Z")
I’m looking at a gas model, are there much fewer problems because it is not diesel? --- ## [2018 Ford F-150 - Engine replacement question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-f-150-engine-replacement-question/144699)
**Author:** [@DennisM1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DennisM1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-f-150-engine-replacement-question/144699 "2019-07-19T17:20:44Z")
I purchased a 2018 F-150 XLT the end of June 2018. This pickup has the 5.0 V8. This pickup has been using oil since the day i purchased it. Recently, the pickup went through an oil consumption test and was determined t… --- ## [2013 Kia Soul - Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-soul-codes/144779)
**Author:** [@SteveJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveJohnson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-soul-codes/144779 "2019-07-19T16:55:42Z")
2013 kia soul abs and esc dash lights come on together intermittently --- ## [2011 Ford Mustang - Smelly cats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-smelly-cats/144590)
**Author:** [@GaryMantell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryMantell)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-smelly-cats/144590 "2019-07-19T16:19:59Z")
Sulfur smell coming off Cats - this is a recurring issue with the 2011 Mustang V6 and the Dealers just say they can’t recreate the problem - I use the A/C on flat ground at low speeds and usually no problem - as soon as … --- ## [2013 Lincoln MKX Hot one side, cold the other](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lincoln-mkx-hot-one-side-cold-the-other/144617)
**Author:** [@JoeArrowood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeArrowood)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lincoln-mkx-hot-one-side-cold-the-other/144617 "2019-07-19T16:16:04Z")
Drivers AC HOT / passenger COLD --- ## [2019 Toyota Avalon Blurry window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-avalon-blurry-window/144615)
**Author:** [@Rick34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rick34)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-avalon-blurry-window/144615 "2019-07-19T15:41:36Z")
Blurring in the rear window of my 2019 Toyota Avalon. --- ## [2008 Toyota Yaris - Whirrs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-whirrs/144766)
**Author:** [@mllazin\_154758](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mllazin_154758)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-yaris-whirrs/144766 "2019-07-19T14:22:20Z")
I recently bought a 2008 Toyota Yaris hatchback. I hit an “unavoidable” pothole. Since then the vehicle has made a loud whirring noise once I make it past 20mph. The car is manual, and makes the noise regardless of what … --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Malibu Classic - Does not like park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-classic-does-not-like-park/144768)
**Author:** [@JeanBaber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeanBaber)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-malibu-classic-does-not-like-park/144768 "2019-07-19T14:04:30Z")
I have to take it out of park and back in multiple times before it registers that its actually in park! --- ## [Spark plug removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-removal/144668)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-removal/144668 "2019-07-19T13:58:19Z")
2009 civic si with 2.0 engine. Very well may have original spark plugs in it. My son bought it with about 100k miles in it. Has driven it another 100k. I asked what all he has done to it. Oil changes and brakes is all. … --- ## [Mitsubishi ASX issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-asx-issue/144753)
**Author:** [@costib\_154890](https://community.cartalk.com/u/costib_154890)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-asx-issue/144753 "2019-07-19T13:50:51Z")
Hello ! Mitsubishi ASX ( or RVR or Outlander Sport) owner, 2014, diesel, 4N14 engine code, automatic. When temperature (outside) goes over 35 degree ©, the engine goes crazy. This happened only at load, NOT when the c… --- ## [Car lights pulsate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lights-pulsate/66516)
**Author:** [@JAC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JAC)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 1:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lights-pulsate/66516 "2019-07-19T13:46:18Z")
My wonderful 98 Honda Accord , with 234,000 miles runs great except that lately all the lights in the car, from the dash instruments to the headlights pulsate. They dim a little and then go back to normal and the speed o… --- ## [2005 Toyota Tundra - Starter Change Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-tundra-starter-change-advice/144760)
**Author:** [@csturm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csturm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-tundra-starter-change-advice/144760 "2019-07-19T13:25:58Z")
Is there ANY way to change the starter on a 4.7 liter toyota engine that dosen’t involve removing the intake manifold, and if not, what is a fair price to pay to have this done? I have watched many videos about this. The… --- ## [Vauxhall Astra Mk5 (2008) violent shaking and raw fuel smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vauxhall-astra-mk5-2008-violent-shaking-and-raw-fuel-smell/144748)
**Author:** [@jameswillis988\_154888](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameswillis988_154888)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 12:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vauxhall-astra-mk5-2008-violent-shaking-and-raw-fuel-smell/144748 "2019-07-19T12:48:51Z")
Hi, I’ve got a Vauxhall Astra Mk5 (H) 2008 Breeze edition, 5dr, 1.4l, Petrol, Manual The car seems ok for the first 5-10 mins of the drive, but then: The car shakes quite violently, inc. steering wheel, doors, gears… --- ## [2013 Mitsubishi Outlander - Hands Free System Locked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mitsubishi-outlander-hands-free-system-locked/144743)
**Author:** [@bennykompara](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bennykompara)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mitsubishi-outlander-hands-free-system-locked/144743 "2019-07-19T13:04:52Z")
hand free system locked --- ## [1995 Toyota Tercel - Timing Belt Change Interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-tercel-timing-belt-change-interval/144719)
**Author:** [@HunterPendleton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HunterPendleton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-tercel-timing-belt-change-interval/144719 "2019-07-19T04:43:22Z")
What is the replacement interval for the timing belt for a 95 Tercel? The Manual has Maintenance Schedule A (short trips, lots of idling, etc.) and Schedule B. Schedule A says at 80,000 miles and Schedule B does not me… --- ## [2004 v6 Mustang Timing is too advanced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-v6-mustang-timing-is-too-advanced/144728)
**Author:** [@Austin\_Travis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Austin_Travis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-v6-mustang-timing-is-too-advanced/144728 "2019-07-19T02:58:04Z")
I have a 2004 3.9 Mustang and about 10 months ago the valves started to ping/ spark knock/rattle so I just ran 93 octane until I had time to mess with it. The 93 octane used to completely quiet it and now it’s loud after… --- ## [2002 VW GTI Trouble shooting car start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-vw-gti-trouble-shooting-car-start/144740)
**Author:** [@mamiller1271\_154882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mamiller1271_154882)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-vw-gti-trouble-shooting-car-start/144740 "2019-07-19T02:44:49Z")
I have an 02 VW GTI that sat over the winter and won’t start. The fuel was 2 years old so I pumped it out and added fresh fuel through the fuel line. The battery is also new. Once you crank the starter, the engine will … --- ## [Does this sound like a bad thermostat on my 05 Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-this-sound-like-a-bad-thermostat-on-my-05-camry/144541)
**Author:** [@Studly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Studly)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-this-sound-like-a-bad-thermostat-on-my-05-camry/144541 "2019-07-19T02:10:35Z")
I have an 05 Camry. My wife was driving it and said the AC wasn’t working and needed recharging. I had just used it in the morning and it was fine. I took it for a test drive and the AC pumped out cold air off and on and… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=567) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=569)