# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=584 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 585 --- ## [2006 Chrysler Town & Country - Dog friendly replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-town-country-dog-friendly-replacement/143332)
**Author:** [@Ginny27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ginny27)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-town-country-dog-friendly-replacement/143332 "2019-07-01T04:57:00Z")
I’m thinking of buying another car but need one that has a very, very comfortable driver’s seat, & can accommodate my 3 small dogs. I’ve been researching the crossovers because of their size & gas mileage. I recently sol… --- ## [CV Axle: Reman or New for 1990 Honda?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-reman-or-new-for-1990-honda/143365)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axle-reman-or-new-for-1990-honda/143365 "2019-07-01T04:34:57Z")
1990 Acura Integra Wondering if I should get a Reman or New CV Axle (half - right front)? I may not keep the car for long. Boot can not be replaced as it is making a cracking sound. I recently acquired the car. Reman o… --- ## [1979 Ford F-150 u-joints](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-ford-f-150-u-joints/143379)
**Author:** [@JayBlue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayBlue)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-ford-f-150-u-joints/143379 "2019-07-01T04:08:21Z")
I have a 1979 Ford F150. I changed the u-joints recently and had a very curious experience that I hope you may be able to explain. After I removed the two old u-joints and dropped the drive shaft, I went to the local p… --- ## [09 Impala Transmission Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-impala-transmission-issues/143388)
**Author:** [@nicsairlines\_154017](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nicsairlines_154017)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-impala-transmission-issues/143388 "2019-07-01T01:37:54Z")
Background: The vehicle in question is a stock 2009 Chevrolet Impala with the 3.5L engine and 4T65E transaxle. It has around 125,000 miles on it. There is no check engine light, and I haven’t been able to pull any troub… --- ## [2013 Ford Edge won’t crank when the tank is full](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-won-t-crank-when-the-tank-is-full/143000)
**Author:** [@Lisa35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisa35)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-won-t-crank-when-the-tank-is-full/143000 "2019-07-01T01:33:17Z")
If I fill the tank to full , when you try to crank it , it will not crank the first time - it sounds like the bendix or starter is stuck. When you try to crank again it will be is still a little hesitate and then after … --- ## [2017 GMC Canyon - will my problem come back?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-canyon-will-my-problem-come-back/143381)
**Author:** [@Leslie35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leslie35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2019, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-canyon-will-my-problem-come-back/143381 "2019-07-01T00:41:28Z")
I have an 8L45 transmission in my 4x4 pickup truck. At 6211 miles I took my truck to Stoops Dealership. They said my Torque Converter was Bad and they replaced it with another. My replacement Torque Converter went Bad a… --- ## [1995 GMC Sierra 1500 shuts down after driving a few miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-sierra-1500-shuts-down-after-driving-a-few-miles/143373)
**Author:** [@LarryGincerowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryGincerowski)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-sierra-1500-shuts-down-after-driving-a-few-miles/143373 "2019-06-30T21:45:59Z")
I have a 1995 GMC serra that shut down after driving a few miles, when it cools down I can restart it and it shut down again. I had my mechanic working on this for 4 weeks now. What are the possible auses? --- ## [Light clunk and rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-clunk-and-rattle/143367)
**Author:** [@Chris\_Buck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris_Buck)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-clunk-and-rattle/143367 "2019-06-30T21:10:58Z")
I own a 2005 saturn vue. Whenever you go down a rough gravel road there is a rattle pretty constant the whole time, can feel in the steering wheel. You get the same rattle going 55+ and applying the brakes. The car also … --- ## [2015 Honda Fit - multiple error lights at once](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-fit-multiple-error-lights-at-once/143359)
**Author:** [@LindaFay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaFay)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-fit-multiple-error-lights-at-once/143359 "2019-06-30T20:42:23Z")
I have a 2015 honda fit with 12,000 miles. When i started to drive several system lights came on. engine malfunction VSA system electric power steering and tire pressure. I’ve have tire pressure come on before when th… --- ## [2016 Ford F-150 rear brakes locking in cold temps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-rear-brakes-locking-in-cold-temps/143329)
**Author:** [@PaulOwen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulOwen)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-rear-brakes-locking-in-cold-temps/143329 "2019-06-30T19:33:41Z")
When the temperature drops below 20 degrees Fahrenheit or so, my rear brakes lock in the engaged position if I use the parking brake. When I release the parking brake, the pedal seems to come up with the usual spring te… --- ## [Three problems: 2007 Mercury Mariner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/three-problems-2007-mercury-mariner/143348)
**Author:** [@Watson29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Watson29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/three-problems-2007-mercury-mariner/143348 "2019-06-30T19:20:10Z")
2007 Mercury Mariner , Problem 1, car alarm goes off when in the Sun. I have to leave car unlocked all day , especiall in the Summer. I lock the car at nite and once sun goes down in the summer. Problem 2 just started. … --- ## [Do I really need a new coolant expansion tank in my 2013 Jetta?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-a-new-coolant-expansion-tank-in-my-2013-jetta/143226)
**Author:** [@Serena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Serena)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-a-new-coolant-expansion-tank-in-my-2013-jetta/143226 "2019-06-30T19:19:43Z")
Took my Jetta to the dealer for another problem and he told me there are mixed colors of coolant in my car and it’s brown and muddy and therefore I need a whole new coolant expansion tank ($150) plus flushing the coolant… --- ## [2009 Nissan Frontier - Ongoing problem is not the O2 sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-frontier-ongoing-problem-is-not-the-o2-sensor/142838)
**Author:** [@NormandLevesque](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NormandLevesque)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-frontier-ongoing-problem-is-not-the-o2-sensor/142838 "2019-06-30T17:33:30Z")
When I dismount my vehicle, sometimes there is no contact or the engine runs but without starting. When that happens, I have to try several times before the engine starts up. I think it could be an electrical defect in… --- ## [Where did the white smoke come from?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-did-the-white-smoke-come-from/143322)
**Author:** [@TumusiimeBillyPatrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TumusiimeBillyPatrick)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-did-the-white-smoke-come-from/143322 "2019-06-30T15:45:17Z")
we have a toyota supercustom model 1996. I was shocked to be told that it was emitting white dense exhaust smoke. I told the driver to park so that we can identify the reason for this. I only found a burst side wall on t… --- ## [2013 Dodge Durango - Rear noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-durango-rear-noise/143318)
**Author:** [@chris48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris48)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-durango-rear-noise/143318 "2019-06-30T15:42:56Z")
when you accelerate clucking noise from back rear end of car by drive train --- ## [1997 Chevrolet Camaro - temperature climbs at low speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-camaro-temperature-climbs-at-low-speeds/143305)
**Author:** [@RandyRollins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandyRollins)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-camaro-temperature-climbs-at-low-speeds/143305 "2019-06-30T15:40:37Z")
The temp on my 97 camaro 3.8 creeps up in traffic or at a long idle but goes down on the open road. The fans run and I noticed that when the air temp cools down it works plenty normal. Could it be a somewhat clogged radi… --- ## [1992 Jeep Wrangler won’t stay running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-jeep-wrangler-won-t-stay-running/143338)
**Author:** [@joeweber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joeweber)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-jeep-wrangler-won-t-stay-running/143338 "2019-06-30T15:37:38Z")
my 92 wrangler wont stay running, I’ve replaced everything and it starts for a couple seconds and then dies --- ## [Clunking noise in 2019 Ford F-150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-in-2019-ford-f-150/143336)
**Author:** [@andyramcharran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andyramcharran)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-in-2019-ford-f-150/143336 "2019-06-30T15:00:39Z")
very loud clunking noise on up shift and down shift between 4th and 7th gears. feels like transmission going to fall off. GA, US --- ## [2011 Toyota Prius - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-wont-start/143250)
**Author:** [@CarlosRobles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlosRobles)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2019, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-prius-wont-start/143250 "2019-06-29T22:29:56Z")
I installed new auxiliary battery ( I buy at the Toyota dealer ) and still no start, only start with jump --- ## [2009 Subaru Forester - Time for a new one](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-time-for-a-new-one/143149)
**Author:** [@MollyGras-Usry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MollyGras-Usry)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-time-for-a-new-one/143149 "2019-06-30T13:29:53Z")
I’m wondering if it’s time to trade in my car for a new one? It currently has 157,000 miles and needs $5000-6000 worth of work between the front end struts, sway bar and lower control arms, and the head gasket leaking oi… --- ## [In need of Radiator to Heater core hose Diagrams 93 Jetta 2.0L Gas 5 speed manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-need-of-radiator-to-heater-core-hose-diagrams-93-jetta-2-0l-gas-5-speed-manual/143145)
**Author:** [@13thwave79\_153863](https://community.cartalk.com/u/13thwave79_153863)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-need-of-radiator-to-heater-core-hose-diagrams-93-jetta-2-0l-gas-5-speed-manual/143145 "2019-06-30T13:23:50Z")
I Got a 1993 Jetta 4 door 2.0L 5 speed manual transmission Gas Vehicle, Unfortunately though The Hoses Running through the Firewall from Heater core to Engine compartment Were Cut in Engine bay Just out of the firewall. … --- ## [Is this “decarb” service necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-decarb-service-necessary/143279)
**Author:** [@KeithHalliday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithHalliday)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-decarb-service-necessary/143279 "2019-06-30T05:04:50Z")
I drive a 2006 Dodge Durango with a 5.7L Hemi engine. As I only use it for my fishing trips between Arizona and Montana, it only has 31,000 miles 95% of which are highway miles. During a service visit, my Dodge dealer … --- ## [2009 Honda Fit - which transmission sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-fit-which-transmission-sensor/143193)
**Author:** [@LADONNADENIS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LADONNADENIS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-fit-which-transmission-sensor/143193 "2019-06-30T04:32:53Z")
According to the car code reader, my transmission sensor is bad. Also, my transmission slips at speeds over 45. How can I determine which sensor needs to be changed? --- ## [2004 Ford Thunderbird - Jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-thunderbird-jerks/143104)
**Author:** [@j.l.smith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j.l.smith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-thunderbird-jerks/143104 "2019-06-30T04:17:16Z")
Transmission jerks and lurches into all gears. Problem started without any prior warning, one day fine, the next rough shifting. --- ## [Hills & transmission stress](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hills-transmission-stress/143219)
**Author:** [@JOHNREIMANN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHNREIMANN)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hills-transmission-stress/143219 "2019-06-30T03:59:09Z")
Dear Car Talk: I have a 2014 Prius. I live in Oakland, CA at an elevation that is 98 ft. above sea level. To get to my house, I have to drive up hill about 75 ft. I can either take a route that takes me up a steep hill … --- ## [How do I test an alternator while the car is running?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-test-an-alternator-while-the-car-is-running/143313)
**Author:** [@Sandra05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-test-an-alternator-while-the-car-is-running/143313 "2019-06-30T03:25:28Z")
Quick test for alternator while car is running --- ## [2011 RAM 1500 - Where is fan control circuit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-1500-where-is-fan-control-circuit/142746)
**Author:** [@Matt09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matt09)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2019, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-1500-where-is-fan-control-circuit/142746 "2019-06-30T00:17:39Z")
Dodge ram 2011 with code PO481 fan 2 control circuit, does anyone know where this fan control circuit is located? --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Grinds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-hybrid-grinds/143276)
**Author:** [@NormanTubb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NormanTubb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2019, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-hybrid-grinds/143276 "2019-06-29T23:49:03Z")
Grinding, repetitive sound from the right front when turning left. --- ## [Removing the middle seats in 1999 Chevrolet Astro](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-the-middle-seats-in-1999-chevrolet-astro/143301)
**Author:** [@altonottinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/altonottinger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2019, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-the-middle-seats-in-1999-chevrolet-astro/143301 "2019-06-29T22:44:06Z")
how hard would it be to remove the middle seats to extend the bed? --- ## [Performing front suspension work without a lift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performing-front-suspension-work-without-a-lift/143172)
**Author:** [@melissanative\_142230](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melissanative_142230)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2019, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performing-front-suspension-work-without-a-lift/143172 "2019-06-29T19:40:04Z")
A travelling mechanic says that he can perform front suspension work without a lift. Is this possible and if so, does it make it difficult to do a good job? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=583) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=585)