# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=605 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 606 --- ## [2007 GMC Yukon XL- A good year?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-xl-a-good-year/141306)
**Author:** [@Mark56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark56)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-xl-a-good-year/141306 "2019-06-01T16:05:11Z")
Thinking about buying an 07 --- ## [2000 Chevrolet 1500 - Won't idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-1500-wont-idle/141242)
**Author:** [@Mullikin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mullikin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-1500-wont-idle/141242 "2019-06-01T14:49:21Z")
engine will not idle --- ## [Problems with my '97 Mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-my-97-mustang/141380)
**Author:** [@Jasper\_Roberts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jasper_Roberts)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-my-97-mustang/141380 "2019-06-01T13:38:01Z")
Hello, I have a '97 v6 mustang. It was my grandfather’s car and I bought it about a year ago. It was pretty well taken care of, but it is older. About 3 nights ago, me and my dad changed out the plug, plug wires, and bra… --- ## ['99 Nissan Frontier - Odometer stopped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-nissan-frontier-odometer-stopped/141331)
**Author:** [@Gary481](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gary481)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-nissan-frontier-odometer-stopped/141331 "2019-06-01T12:49:44Z")
My odometer has stopped just short of 200000 miles and was told by a speedometer tech that my 1999 Frontier is one models the Nissan company has installed a 200000 mile limit on. t his is true? --- ## [Shuddering Previa - getting conflicting opinions from 2 different mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-previa-getting-conflicting-opinions-from-2-different-mechanics/141387)
**Author:** [@Mrsnimst\_152716](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrsnimst_152716)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2019, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shuddering-previa-getting-conflicting-opinions-from-2-different-mechanics/141387 "2019-06-01T10:49:28Z")
I’m not car fluent but not afraid to try and figure things out myself and fix if possible. My Previa van is almost stalling out when I’m stopped in traffic, lots of shuddering when I start it. Smells like it’s burning t… --- ## [Why does dealer set tire pressure high?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-dealer-set-tire-pressure-high/140977)
**Author:** [@Steve\_K1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve_K1)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-dealer-set-tire-pressure-high/140977 "2019-05-31T19:26:33Z")
Our local Toyota dealer often runs specials on oil changes, with the next one free, so for the past three years that’s where I’ve been going. (Changing the filter on the newer – 2011 Venza, anyway – cars is way too hard.… --- ## [2000 Ford F-150 - Trans leaves me confused](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-f-150-trans-leaves-me-confused/141265)
**Author:** [@AnnCope](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnnCope)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-f-150-trans-leaves-me-confused/141265 "2019-05-31T19:09:40Z")
2000ford f150 lariat 4x4 5.4 4R70W. Transmission trans is slipping I been told I need to rebuild or new one. But others said I couldn’t do it myself because it would lose its memory or may need to be … --- ## [1992 Chevrolet 1500 - Asking about old street rod resources](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chevrolet-1500-asking-about-old-street-rod-resources/141344)
**Author:** [@Randy18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Randy18)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chevrolet-1500-asking-about-old-street-rod-resources/141344 "2019-05-31T18:17:15Z")
I have a 1952 Chevy street rod with the small Chevy wheel and lug bolt pattern. I’m looking for a set of chrome if available or stainless steel drilled brake rotor simulator. I have a set of 20inch set of aftermarket whe… --- ## [2009 Audi A5 - Exhaust valve replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a5-exhaust-valve-replacement/141366)
**Author:** [@TBRYANM\_152693](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TBRYANM_152693)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a5-exhaust-valve-replacement/141366 "2019-05-31T17:59:40Z")
I just learned that I need an exhaust valve replacement in cyl2 of my 09 Audi A5 Quattro w/ 124k miles. Can anyone give some idea of the cost involve? --- ## [2006 Sentra, subtle knock and rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-subtle-knock-and-rough-idle/141359)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-subtle-knock-and-rough-idle/141359 "2019-05-31T17:27:54Z")
2006 Sentra, little over 110K on odometer. Changed oil 2 weeks ago and since then I have been noticing a subtle knock and idle is rough. The knock is particular when moving from a complete stop. I don’t think changing o… --- ## [09 Subaru Forester not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-subaru-forester-not-starting/141363)
**Author:** [@Tyler\_Pelley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tyler_Pelley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-subaru-forester-not-starting/141363 "2019-05-31T16:48:43Z")
Had a few weak starts this week where I thought it was going to stall but didnt. Got in the other day and would not start. All lights and dash come on, makes a clicking noise like its gonna start up but nothing. Starter … --- ## [2011 Ford Fusion - Thumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fusion-thumps/141346)
**Author:** [@paulacoletti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulacoletti)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fusion-thumps/141346 "2019-05-31T16:00:26Z")
i have a slight thump when step on the brakes and when turning the wheel eitheer way, what is the problem --- ## [2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class - Top issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-clk-class-top-issues/141297)
**Author:** [@ThomasSchoenbeck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasSchoenbeck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-clk-class-top-issues/141297 "2019-05-31T15:37:20Z")
My top has a problem. It’s a 2006 CLK500 with only 48,000 miles. I can push the top back in place, but when I put the top down and back up, the seam pushes out of the window seal. Is there a known fix? --- ## [2012 Kia Sorento - Repeat issues - any suggestions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sorento-repeat-issues-any-suggestions/141334)
**Author:** [@SUSANSTEWART](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SUSANSTEWART)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sorento-repeat-issues-any-suggestions/141334 "2019-05-31T15:27:58Z")
2012 Sorento EX 6 cyl have had to replace the battery 2 times, had the air turn off and on, took it in to find out the problem, told it was the compressor and therostat, had to replace the radiator and therostat, and no… --- ## [2011 Suzuki Swift - Steering issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-suzuki-swift-steering-issue/141348)
**Author:** [@Henry49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Henry49)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-suzuki-swift-steering-issue/141348 "2019-05-31T13:44:28Z")
sometimes all steering sensor lights turn on, when this happens I lose power steering not been able to turn the steering wheel, all these while the car is running --- ## [2014 VW TDI Beetle clutch replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-vw-tdi-beetle-clutch-replacement/141351)
**Author:** [@jonathan.youtzy\_152677](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonathan.youtzy_152677)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-vw-tdi-beetle-clutch-replacement/141351 "2019-05-31T13:22:36Z")
My wife’s VW TDI beetle needs a clutch master cylinder replacement and the repair shop has quoted $600+ which seems extremely high to me. Is this way out of line? What should I expect to pay? --- ## [2008 Honda Accord Sdn Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-sdn-transmission-issues/141285)
**Author:** [@MohamadKasiba](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MohamadKasiba)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-sdn-transmission-issues/141285 "2019-05-31T13:02:29Z")
the automatic transmission is not shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and the lighting of the the automatic transmission ( D) is plumping on and off and some times the the automatic transmission is working fine but after walk… --- ## [2012 Honda Odyssey headlights point down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-headlights-point-down/125862)
**Author:** [@Paulcurfman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paulcurfman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 11:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-headlights-point-down/125862 "2019-05-31T11:51:06Z")
Headlights point down told they are self leveling had a sensor fixed said that should do it but alas nothing changed --- ## [My 2004 35 edition legacy wagon is overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2004-35-edition-legacy-wagon-is-overheating/141315)
**Author:** [@Caorpr\_152587](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caorpr_152587)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 11:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2004-35-edition-legacy-wagon-is-overheating/141315 "2019-05-31T11:09:37Z")
First off, I don’t really know if this website is for like car fixing junkies, if so or not, maybe someone could point me in a direction. After changing the radiator twice, it clearly wasn’t the problem. The thermostat … --- ## [Smoke coming from steering wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-coming-from-steering-wheel/141321)
**Author:** [@co452319\_152657](https://community.cartalk.com/u/co452319_152657)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-coming-from-steering-wheel/141321 "2019-05-31T03:34:48Z")
I have a 2001 Mazda 626 with an ignition interlock (got it installed less than a month ago). A few days ago the car started automatically starting after blowing into the interlock (as in, we didn’t have to turn the key)… --- ## [Dodge Carvan Sparking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-carvan-sparking/141294)
**Author:** [@jaybobo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaybobo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-carvan-sparking/141294 "2019-05-31T03:11:29Z")
Yikes. My wife said our van was losing some power while driving and idling rough. This is what I found… Obviously that’s not normal, but is it a common problem for the spark to actually jump so far from the plug? What … --- ## [Need help with ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-ignition/141056)
**Author:** [@jdlamb2001\_152481](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdlamb2001_152481)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-ignition/141056 "2019-05-31T02:13:38Z")
Ok here goes we have a 03 Saturn ion that has developed this issue. The key would get stuck in the acc position and not go to the off. So investigating this online there was found to be a access from the bottom of the co… --- ## [2014 Mazda Mazda3 - 30K service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-mazda3-30k-service/141193)
**Author:** [@Nabeel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nabeel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-mazda3-30k-service/141193 "2019-05-31T02:09:45Z")
I have a 2014 Mazda3 iTouring 4 door automatic transmission sedan. I have just come up on 30K miles on my car. I’m planning on taking it to the shop, primarily for an oil change. Are there any additional maintenance se… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Equinox - Glass exploded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox-glass-exploded/141310)
**Author:** [@simonsen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/simonsen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2019, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox-glass-exploded/141310 "2019-05-31T01:37:48Z")
rear passenger door glass exploded while driving, is this defective glass or tempered glass problem ? --- ## [2006 Honda Civic Sdn - Power steering fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-sdn-power-steering-fluid/141304)
**Author:** [@MeyDolce-Bun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MeyDolce-Bun)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-sdn-power-steering-fluid/141304 "2019-05-30T21:45:56Z")
I have a 2006 honda civic. When I turn on my car and turn the steering wheel it feels stiff, hard to turn. I’ve check the power steering fluid and filled it up. Once I filled it up, the steering wheel started working fin… --- ## [2004 Mitsubishi Montero - Engine issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-montero-engine-issues/141314)
**Author:** [@PatrickLapietra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickLapietra)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-montero-engine-issues/141314 "2019-05-30T20:46:53Z")
I have a 2004 montero sport was running fine shut it off now it is not turning the camshafts broke timing belt ? Another question if it broke the belt starting or shuting it off does that lessen the likely hood of bent v… --- ## [2016 Ford F250 - Lawyer up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f250-lawyer-up/141041)
**Author:** [@ArthurDellaBruna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArthurDellaBruna)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f250-lawyer-up/141041 "2019-05-30T19:53:29Z")
Should I get a lawyer!? My son and I took off from Northern Ca. 5/16/19 to travel to Illinois to pick up a 40 foot 5th wheel and bring it back. I’ve maintained this truck through dealership and had it checked out just be… --- ## [2003 Hyundai Tiburon - Won't shift to first](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-hyundai-tiburon-wont-shift-to-first/141312)
**Author:** [@REX16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/REX16)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-hyundai-tiburon-wont-shift-to-first/141312 "2019-05-30T19:52:39Z")
want shift into gear. --- ## [2017 Ford Escape - Extended warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-extended-warranty/141282)
**Author:** [@LauraKollar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauraKollar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-extended-warranty/141282 "2019-05-30T19:45:28Z")
Debating whether to purchase Ford’s Premium Extended Warranty-- is it worth it? --- ## [Why can't I find braker caliper brackets for my Prius?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-find-braker-caliper-brackets-for-my-prius/141201)
**Author:** [@kmp\_143121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmp_143121)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2019, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-find-braker-caliper-brackets-for-my-prius/141201 "2019-05-30T17:42:34Z")
When changing my the brake pads on my Prius, I found that some of the caliper pins were in poor condition. I was able to remove, wire-brush and silicon lube them into reasonable condition, but now I’m preparing to repla… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=604) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=606)