# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=61 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 62 --- ## [2000 Chevy S10 P0446 and misfires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-s10-p0446-and-misfires/189334)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2023, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-s10-p0446-and-misfires/189334 "2023-11-13T03:29:13Z")
A check engine light recently came on for code P0446 on my 2000 S10 4.3L. I have one of the cheapo code readers that plug into the OBD port and that is how I read the code. The simple solution would be to throw a $30 e… --- ## [2014 Honda Ridgeline - Long hesitation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-ridgeline-long-hesitation/193804)
**Author:** [@BrianMuse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianMuse)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2023, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-ridgeline-long-hesitation/193804 "2023-11-13T01:59:44Z")
I have the same problem, major hesitation at times, think engine has shut off momentarily, have to really kick it down to get moving. --- ## [Interpreting Codes on a 2000 Chevy Prizm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interpreting-codes-on-a-2000-chevy-prizm/193723)
**Author:** [@matthewdmorris\_178154](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewdmorris_178154)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2023, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interpreting-codes-on-a-2000-chevy-prizm/193723 "2023-11-12T22:49:32Z")
Hello Everyone, I bought my trusty Chevy Prizm in late 06’ when it had 83K miles on it. It is now up to 263K, and it has been awesome. The one thing about it is that somewhere around 120K, it began giving emissions re… --- ## [2014 Jeep Cherokee Traikhawk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-traikhawk/193822)
**Author:** [@Andrew-Shallcross](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew-Shallcross)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2023, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-cherokee-traikhawk/193822 "2023-11-12T21:56:52Z")
Hi there. I’m back. Had a long thread earlier this year that was finally resolved. Really appreciated all the comments. Three days ago check engine light came on. Been solid ever since. No other issues. Scheduled to … --- ## [2019 RAM 1500 Wiper problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ram-1500-wiper-problem/193808)
**Author:** [@Tiny13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tiny13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2023, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ram-1500-wiper-problem/193808 "2023-11-12T20:45:23Z")
Dodge RAM 1500 Tradesman, 2019, wipers quit in the middle of storm(s). I’ve had to get off the road and restart my truck to get them to come back on. This has happened a few times. Now, it’s days in between the wipers… --- ## [2020 Mazda3 blower failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda3-blower-failure/193747)
**Author:** [@jeff101cartalk\_182362](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeff101cartalk_182362)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2023, 11:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda3-blower-failure/193747 "2023-11-12T11:40:45Z")
Mazda3 2020 42,0000 miles The blower has stopped working. It doesn’t work for the heater or the AC. About three weeks before it quit, it started making a clicking noise. The control/selection panel functions fine. Bef… --- ## [Mercury Milan Transmission Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-milan-transmission-issues/193810)
**Author:** [@dustin.hooper\_187358](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dustin.hooper_187358)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2023, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-milan-transmission-issues/193810 "2023-11-11T23:23:18Z")
Any good Ford mechanics here? I have a 2010 Mercury Milan with the 6F35 6 Speed automatic-transmission. I recently noticed when the transmission isn’t up to operating temps yet, it tends to want to slip slightly and hit … --- ## [Load profile of a headlight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/load-profile-of-a-headlight/193720)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2023, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/load-profile-of-a-headlight/193720 "2023-11-11T04:44:04Z")
My computer stopped working. I’ve narrowed it down to the power supply or the motherboard. The PS delivers the right voltages, but I can’t load it enough to test at rated current (12A). (I’d need a 1Ω 150 watt resist… --- ## [Slight oozing of brake fluid from the back of the rear Drums](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-oozing-of-brake-fluid-from-the-back-of-the-rear-drums/193693)
**Author:** [@anthony.ferrel222\_186486](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anthony.ferrel222_186486)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2023, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-oozing-of-brake-fluid-from-the-back-of-the-rear-drums/193693 "2023-11-09T19:40:13Z")
Took my 04 Dakota in to have the new drums put on the back. Failed inspection at an earlier date for fluid leaking out of the right side drum. Mechanic put new drums on each side and noticed a tiny amount of fluid still … --- ## [Leaking Electric Parking Brakes on 2019 X1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-electric-parking-brakes-on-2019-x1/193776)
**Author:** [@Manolito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Manolito)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2023, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-electric-parking-brakes-on-2019-x1/193776 "2023-11-09T16:21:47Z")
Sister in-law has a 2019 BMW X1. This is, as I understand it, a Mini Clubman with BMW logos on it. I did not expect to like this thing, but I actually do really like it. Rear brake pads wore out at about 40k miles. N… --- ## [Faulty oil folter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-oil-folter/193689)
**Author:** [@daronbanks\_187571](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daronbanks_187571)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/faulty-oil-folter/193689 "2023-11-08T22:24:34Z")
My father took his jeep grand Cherokee to a shop to change oil. The shop used Napa oil filter that had a crack in it you could see where they painted over the crack. My father drove it because the oil filter had a bad cr… --- ## [It's about speakers of my car are not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-about-speakers-of-my-car-are-not-working/193784)
**Author:** [@FARAN-DG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FARAN-DG)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-about-speakers-of-my-car-are-not-working/193784 "2023-11-08T21:52:38Z")
Continuing the discussion from My rear speakers are very quiet!: If you’re wondering why your car speakers are so quiet, there can be several reasons behind this issue. To diagnose the problem and find possible solution… --- ## [What's connected to RDO that can cause a parasitic draw (besides the radio)? (2000 GMC Jimmy)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-connected-to-rdo-that-can-cause-a-parasitic-draw-besides-the-radio-2000-gmc-jimmy/193780)
**Author:** [@cartalk.u6k6r\_186613](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalk.u6k6r_186613)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-connected-to-rdo-that-can-cause-a-parasitic-draw-besides-the-radio-2000-gmc-jimmy/193780 "2023-11-08T21:07:25Z")
I went through the whole multimeter/fuse test to determine where the draw was coming from. The only spike I saw was on the RDO fuse (I tested all the others just to make sure). After research I found that (unsurprising… --- ## [2012 Buick Enclave failure to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-enclave-failure-to-start/161711)
**Author:** [@JudyDennis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JudyDennis)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2023, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-enclave-failure-to-start/161711 "2023-11-08T20:43:42Z")
I have a 2012 Buick Enclave. in the last two months the car has failed to start many times. I have had it towed twice to three different shops, the last one being the dealer who sold me the car. I have replaced the ba… --- ## [P0102 \> P0420 Cadence](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0102-p0420-cadence/193724)
**Author:** [@boakgerr\_187609](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boakgerr_187609)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0102-p0420-cadence/193724 "2023-11-07T21:07:53Z")
P0102 \> P0420 Cadence Looking for some insight on recent issues my 2011 Subaru has given. Listing the issues in the order they happened. -Brought Car in for scheduled oil change, shop suggested new cabin and engine air… --- ## [Can't find source of leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-find-source-of-leak/193737)
**Author:** [@Ross85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ross85)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-find-source-of-leak/193737 "2023-11-07T19:24:16Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Highlander with steel winter rims that I store indoors. I pulled out the winter rims/tires today and noticed all were at 28 psi except for one (10psi) after being stored all summer. I used soap/wa… --- ## [Immediate Shut down Advised](https://community.cartalk.com/t/immediate-shut-down-advised/193731)
**Author:** [@JunkOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JunkOwner)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/immediate-shut-down-advised/193731 "2023-11-07T16:58:13Z")
My grandson is driving a 2008 Impala with a 3.5 flex fuel engine that has been “in the family” for a number of year. It has 143K and probably 90K of those miles have been since I owned it and then passed it on to him. … --- ## [Door cylinder broke, spun freely, locked itself in wrong position, key is stuck, need key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-cylinder-broke-spun-freely-locked-itself-in-wrong-position-key-is-stuck-need-key/193622)
**Author:** [@pkka\_187508](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pkka_187508)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-cylinder-broke-spun-freely-locked-itself-in-wrong-position-key-is-stuck-need-key/193622 "2023-11-07T16:06:53Z")
Volkswagen Golf 1.6 i 2001 / 2002. When attempting to manually lock my car, the cylinder malfunctioned. It spun freely, and then the cylinder locked at an ~50-degree turn to the right and is preventing key removal. I’m… --- ## [P0420 code 2000 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-2000-honda-cr-v/193709)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-2000-honda-cr-v/193709 "2023-11-07T13:22:44Z")
Engine light been on a while and I’m familiar with the P0420 My question is could I harm the engine or other components using a cat cleaner . CR-V has 283,000 miles. Also, if OKto use, which cleaner do you recommend. … --- ## [Engine Restore - too good to be true?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-restore-too-good-to-be-true/28740)
**Author:** [@OldArmy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldArmy)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2023, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-restore-too-good-to-be-true/28740 "2023-11-07T12:58:05Z")
I have a 92 Mitsubishi Eclipse with the 1.8 SOHC non turbo engine. It has 165,000 miles on it. Looks good inside and out but has begun to show its age in the engine performance department. Lots of blow-by that forces oi… --- ## [Need Help with Radio Unlock Code for Audi A4 After Power Loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-radio-unlock-code-for-audi-a4-after-power-loss/192411)
**Author:** [@andreicostin3107\_186529](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andreicostin3107_186529)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2023, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-radio-unlock-code-for-audi-a4-after-power-loss/192411 "2023-11-06T21:38:46Z")
Hi everyone, I recently had a power loss issue with my Audi A4, and now my radio is locked, requesting a unlock code. Unfortunately, I don’t have the code handy. Can someone please guide me on how to obtain or reset the… --- ## [What's up with my brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-up-with-my-brakes/193742)
**Author:** [@keithdickens\_187630](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keithdickens_187630)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2023, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-up-with-my-brakes/193742 "2023-11-06T21:06:15Z")
We’ve replaced both rear drums and shoes. We bled the brakes until it ran clear and there were no bubbles. But the brakes are still mushy to the floor and inconsistent. Also, after we did the passenger side drum, the bre… --- ## [Ford Focus timing belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-timing-belt-replacement/193719)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2023, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-timing-belt-replacement/193719 "2023-11-05T21:08:17Z")
A magazine article on an early Ford Focus timing belt replacement says the first step is to set the crankshaft to TDC, then the two camshafts are held in the proper orientation by a special tool, a flat bar that is siz… --- ## [Battery Cable - Positive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-cable-positive/193708)
**Author:** [@rjfagan21\_187590](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rjfagan21_187590)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2023, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-cable-positive/193708 "2023-11-04T23:34:55Z")
I did some work on the coolant control valve that involved removing the battery and tray. Now the positive cable is too short to reach the positive post of the battery. Tray goes one way. Harnesses seem to be routed as … --- ## [Beefing up Grand Marquis suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beefing-up-grand-marquis-suspension/31241)
**Author:** [@geraldo22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geraldo22)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2023, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beefing-up-grand-marquis-suspension/31241 "2023-11-04T23:23:23Z")
Hi: I want to beef up a 2007 Grand Marquis for towing. I'm torn between adding air springs to the rear OR beefing up my standard rear end with heavy duty cargo coils or heavier rear springs. I only want to tow l… --- ## [2000 accord AC/Heating problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-accord-ac-heating-problems/193713)
**Author:** [@nightowl1000a\_187560](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nightowl1000a_187560)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2023, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-accord-ac-heating-problems/193713 "2023-11-04T23:03:18Z")
So for my 2000 Honda accord my AC stopped working at least 6 months ago probably longer. Not only did it not work but warm air would come out of the vents even if I turned the AC all the way off. Not much but it would le… --- ## [2023 Honda Accord Hybrid - Bluetooth snafu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-honda-accord-hybrid-bluetooth-snafu/191214)
**Author:** [@DIANNAGARCIA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIANNAGARCIA)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2023, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-honda-accord-hybrid-bluetooth-snafu/191214 "2023-11-04T17:28:19Z")
Phone calls connect but can’t hear anyone, they hear clicks. Just like everyone else with this car. Just frustrated more than anything. Trying to make a call, the call connects because you can see the timer ticking off s… --- ## [2000 Honda CR-V starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-cr-v-starter/193590)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2023, 10:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-cr-v-starter/193590 "2023-11-04T10:09:20Z")
In replaced my starter in February 2020 (265,490 miles) on my 2000 Honda CR-V I now have 283,674 miles in October 2023. Just twice over the last 3 months I turn the key and get nothing, no sounds at all. But when I tu… --- ## [Mazda 3 2006 problem with engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-problem-with-engine/190607)
**Author:** [@extrememiljan\_185241](https://community.cartalk.com/u/extrememiljan_185241)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2023, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-problem-with-engine/190607 "2023-11-03T22:06:17Z")
Hello I have a mazda 3 2006 1.6 diesel that i got for cheap not long ago however i have ran into a issue recently I go to my car in the morning to go to work and i turn the car on without a problem when after about 15 … --- ## [Hello my 2009 toyota corolla runs choppy in gear but runs good in parked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-my-2009-toyota-corolla-runs-choppy-in-gear-but-runs-good-in-parked/189299)
**Author:** [@joseaguilarvargas39\_184259](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joseaguilarvargas39_184259)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2023, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-my-2009-toyota-corolla-runs-choppy-in-gear-but-runs-good-in-parked/189299 "2023-11-03T12:25:43Z")
I have a 2009 Toyota corolla the runs choppy in gear rpm goes up and down when i turn on the ac and headlight it runs a little better but still a little choppy i have done many things to it changed the PCV valve spark pl… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=60) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=62)