# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=582 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 583 --- ## [2001 Ford F250 - Feels held back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-feels-held-back/143583)
**Author:** [@Gus41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gus41)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-feels-held-back/143583 "2019-07-03T15:31:56Z")
F250 seems to be held back when in neutral downhill and has feeling of same when in D on flat. Engine is missing a lot at idle and below 1700 rpm when in gear. --- ## [2005 Ford F-150 water leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-f-150-water-leak/143571)
**Author:** [@HoraceDailey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HoraceDailey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-f-150-water-leak/143571 "2019-07-03T15:24:48Z")
Water leaks on passenger side floor and panel area whenever there’s even a moderate amount of rain. Trouble finding the source of leak. --- ## [2015 RAM 2500 fault codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-2500-fault-codes/143507)
**Author:** [@Jason30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason30)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-2500-fault-codes/143507 "2019-07-03T15:00:56Z")
New (used) 2015 RAM 2500 Cummins 4x4. Over 70k miles. First night home, check engine light comes on. FAULT: 05 PEND: 02 P2228 01/07 P1193 02/07 P0102 05/07 Light not on next morning when I start it. Drive around al… --- ## [2017 Ford Fiesta - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fiesta-shuts-off/143587)
**Author:** [@Jeff59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff59)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fiesta-shuts-off/143587 "2019-07-03T14:13:13Z")
2017 Ford Fiesta with 5 speed transmission. Vehicle has loss of power and shuts off. Ford dealer has no idea what the problem would be --- ## [2008 Chevrolet HHR - hot sauce in the gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-hot-sauce-in-the-gas-tank/143340)
**Author:** [@DeannaZacharewicz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeannaZacharewicz)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-hot-sauce-in-the-gas-tank/143340 "2019-07-03T13:19:35Z")
Overnight someone put hot sauce in my gas tank. How much damage will this do --- ## [2015 Nissan Altima Wrong fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-wrong-fuel/143555)
**Author:** [@helencole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helencole)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-wrong-fuel/143555 "2019-07-03T13:09:20Z")
i diesel fuel into a gas engine 2015 nissan altima --- ## [2018 Mazda CX-9 needs brake work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mazda-cx-9-needs-brake-work/143504)
**Author:** [@Omar48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Omar48)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-mazda-cx-9-needs-brake-work/143504 "2019-07-03T12:28:24Z")
I’ve complained 2x about brake making noise when braking at low speeds. dealer said they couldn’t reproduce the issue but see heat spots on rotors. they machined the rotors 2x, at different times. Now at 26k miles i’m b… --- ## [1994 rodeo won’t run correctly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-rodeo-won-t-run-correctly/143558)
**Author:** [@Cory\_Garrett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cory_Garrett)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-rodeo-won-t-run-correctly/143558 "2019-07-03T12:26:40Z")
I have a 94 rodeo 3.2 manual trans. I’ve done everything an I’m at a end here I really hope someone can help me out . Here’s what I’ve done . New fuel pump, new fuel filter, new plugs, new coil packs, new ignition contro… --- ## [1991 Honda Accord Sdn - Uses too much gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-honda-accord-sdn-uses-too-much-gas/143574)
**Author:** [@Charles34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charles34)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-honda-accord-sdn-uses-too-much-gas/143574 "2019-07-03T12:17:26Z")
High gas consumption --- ## [How does the auxilary audio input work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-the-auxilary-audio-input-work/47709)
**Author:** [@trikerbabe196](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trikerbabe196)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-the-auxilary-audio-input-work/47709 "2019-07-03T11:36:15Z")
I bought a 2006 Chrysler Pacifica it has a 6 CD/DVD changer with video and audo input. The manual says external CD/mp3 player can be connected with RCA connectors. I can't make the player go to AUX so i can hear it -… --- ## [2017 Ford Escape - swollen lug nuts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-swollen-lug-nuts/143511)
**Author:** [@BruceEmeson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BruceEmeson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 11:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-swollen-lug-nuts/143511 "2019-07-03T11:23:01Z")
swollen lug nuts. You had a story about swollen lug nuts. Can you send it to me? --- ## [2019 Buick Encore headrest issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-buick-encore-headrest-issue/143496)
**Author:** [@MaryAnneTaylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryAnneTaylor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 11:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-buick-encore-headrest-issue/143496 "2019-07-03T11:16:11Z")
Buick Encore, 2019 – Headrests are uncomfortable and push my head forward and down. Causes neck strain and headache if driving for any length of time. Extremely uncomfortable! In my last Buick Encore (2016) I was able… --- ## [2008 GMC Acadia thermostat rose, but coolant was OK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-acadia-thermostat-rose-but-coolant-was-ok/143569)
**Author:** [@Rao22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rao22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-gmc-acadia-thermostat-rose-but-coolant-was-ok/143569 "2019-07-03T05:20:05Z")
My car thermostat is rises, AC stopped engine power also come down and radiator fan started but coolant temperature was ok --- ## [1988 Ford Super Duty F-53 Motorhome - blue smoke from the exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-super-duty-f-53-motorhome-blue-smoke-from-the-exhaust/143470)
**Author:** [@ray24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ray24)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-super-duty-f-53-motorhome-blue-smoke-from-the-exhaust/143470 "2019-07-03T04:55:48Z")
I have a carburated ford engine (454?) in my 1988 motor home. when I started it after sitting for awhile, it blue a lot of blue/white smoke from exhaust. I suspect that the fuel pump failed. are there any other thoughts … --- ## [Blinker continues clicking when turn signals are off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-continues-clicking-when-turn-signals-are-off/50450)
**Author:** [@banswerer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/banswerer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2010, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-continues-clicking-when-turn-signals-are-off/50450 "2010-07-28T04:37:31Z")
A friend has a Toyota Camry 1998. All 4 turn indicaters, examined from outside, blink correctly when the hazard button is depressed/released and when the turn indicator is positioned left/right/off. The problem… --- ## [Fixing a radiator spout in 1999 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-a-radiator-spout-in-1999-honda-civic/143546)
**Author:** [@janicem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janicem)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-a-radiator-spout-in-1999-honda-civic/143546 "2019-07-03T01:59:15Z")
Can a radiator spout that is broken be fixed without getting a new radiator. I have a 1999 Honda Civic EX. --- ## [Seat track lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-track-lock/142880)
**Author:** [@mperry\_153483](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mperry_153483)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-track-lock/142880 "2019-07-03T01:56:35Z")
Does anyone know a source for a track lock for the seat rails? I had them years ago, but can’t find one today. These were a small piece of metal you’d lock in the seat tracks, preventing it from moving past a certain poi… --- ## [Ac does not work because](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-does-not-work-because/143466)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-does-not-work-because/143466 "2019-07-03T01:24:50Z")
Found out why my ac does not work. Mechanic figured ac condenser was in way when they changed radiator! --- ## [2014 Ford Escape knocking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-knocking-sound/143536)
**Author:** [@JimBarrett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimBarrett)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-knocking-sound/143536 "2019-07-03T01:19:37Z")
knocking in rear on a 2014 ford escape, speeds up as tires turn --- ## [Mustang Stalling and will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-stalling-and-will-not-start/143532)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Jonas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Jonas)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2019, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-stalling-and-will-not-start/143532 "2019-07-03T00:39:09Z")
I was driving down the highway until the engine until the engine check light came on. I pulled over to see what it was and it was for “p0420”- Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold, I knew I had a cat delete so I th… --- ## [87 Dakota LoadFlite A998 automatic transmission band adjustment puzzler, with slippage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-dakota-loadflite-a998-automatic-transmission-band-adjustment-puzzler-with-slippage/143223)
**Author:** [@Jack-Dak87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack-Dak87)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-dakota-loadflite-a998-automatic-transmission-band-adjustment-puzzler-with-slippage/143223 "2019-07-02T23:52:14Z")
This is a puzzler for those conversant with vintage Dodge/Chrysler ATs. This transmission has 170,000 miles and was serviced at regular intervals, never flushed, but filter and oil changed and band adjustments. Here’s wh… --- ## [2017 Nissan Rogue rolled backwards in Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-rolled-backwards-in-drive/143529)
**Author:** [@Cheryl28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cheryl28)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-rolled-backwards-in-drive/143529 "2019-07-02T23:51:08Z")
Today after I started up my rouge and put it into drive it started rolling backwards , scared me. So I turned it off and put it into drive finally wheat forward.what could cause this, I am worried. --- ## [2013 VW Jetta still chugging and not starting after dealer "fixed" it, any ideas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-vw-jetta-still-chugging-and-not-starting-after-dealer-fixed-it-any-ideas/143527)
**Author:** [@Serena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Serena)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-vw-jetta-still-chugging-and-not-starting-after-dealer-fixed-it-any-ideas/143527 "2019-07-02T22:48:16Z")
After getting a new purge valve for car not starting after getting gas, car decided not to start sometimes on humid or hot evenings instead. No one could diagnose it because it wouldn’t act up for them. So I took it to t… --- ## [2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class power loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-mercedes-benz-m-class-power-loss/143523)
**Author:** [@GeraldSBoler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeraldSBoler)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-mercedes-benz-m-class-power-loss/143523 "2019-07-02T21:15:45Z")
It looses power when drive for more than a couple hours, its like it goes limp and I have to pull over and turn the engine off for about 5 min. then it will be fine for a while again. --- ## [Temporary - 2 different tire sizes, same size per axle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-2-different-tire-sizes-same-size-per-axle/143222)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-2-different-tire-sizes-same-size-per-axle/143222 "2019-07-02T20:27:02Z")
Continuation of https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-these-wheels-fit-my-car I picked up the wheels and the tires today for 2006 Sentra. The wheels and tires are from 2008 Sentra. The wheels are in mint condition but on… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Cobalt fuel line](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-cobalt-fuel-line/143502)
**Author:** [@koch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/koch)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-cobalt-fuel-line/143502 "2019-07-02T20:03:19Z")
how to change fuel line --- ## [Brake answers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-answers/143517)
**Author:** [@Candace\_Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Candace_Johnson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-answers/143517 "2019-07-02T19:55:07Z")
I have a 08 equinox and my tires keep locking took it to a repair shop and they told me that the brakes wasn’t bleed right could this be the reason cause I had my brakes done at car x and it didn’t start happening until … --- ## [2017 Toyota RAV4 glove box lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-rav4-glove-box-lock/143516)
**Author:** [@czxczx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/czxczx)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-rav4-glove-box-lock/143516 "2019-07-02T19:46:12Z")
Glove box lock is not working --- ## [The Stuttering Subaru](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-stuttering-subaru/143406)
**Author:** [@MattGlaza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MattGlaza)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-stuttering-subaru/143406 "2019-07-02T17:37:24Z")
For the past month or so I’ve had an issue with my 2005 Subaru WRX where the engine likes to stutter for a split second when revving from idle. The issue is not consistent, it happens the most when I apply throttle from … --- ## [No bus message, engine won’t fire, or runs rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-bus-message-engine-won-t-fire-or-runs-rough/138483)
**Author:** [@Sciencemagic1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sciencemagic1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2019, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-bus-message-engine-won-t-fire-or-runs-rough/138483 "2019-07-02T14:20:35Z")
1999 Dodge 3500 van. When trying to crank, engine turns over, but does not fire. No bus appears in the odometer window. Letting the vehicle sit for a few minutes resolves the problem sometimes. But the engine will rough … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=581) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=583)