# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=610 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 611 --- ## [2019 Kia Optima - Engine problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-kia-optima-engine-problems/140885)
**Author:** [@roger15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roger15)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-kia-optima-engine-problems/140885 "2019-05-24T23:19:12Z")
does the kia optima still have the engine problems as in previous years --- ## [My buick loses balls?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-buick-loses-balls/140900)
**Author:** [@kannonrussell3\_152384](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kannonrussell3_152384)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-buick-loses-balls/140900 "2019-05-24T23:00:49Z")
I have a 2001 buick lesabre with about 200k miles. It is automatic. Other day it was very windy when i got on interstate had cruise set to 65. Seemed car was confused about shifting a few times because of wind best i can… --- ## [1999 Chrysler Concorde - will driving 70 in 3rd gear hurt the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chrysler-concorde-will-driving-70-in-3rd-gear-hurt-the-car/140824)
**Author:** [@vincej.venta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vincej.venta)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chrysler-concorde-will-driving-70-in-3rd-gear-hurt-the-car/140824 "2019-05-24T22:38:01Z")
ran car in 3rd gear xway 70 mi per hour 30 mi well this hurt car --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Mechanic in Boxboro, MA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-mechanic-in-boxboro-ma/140932)
**Author:** [@Rick17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rick17)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-mechanic-in-boxboro-ma/140932 "2019-05-24T22:35:47Z")
My 04 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited needs a transmission overhaul and several other mechanical repairs. I’m looking for advice on an excellent, reputable and reasonable Repair shop in or near Boxborough, Ma. I’m pretty … --- ## [What's the best vehicle for Ogden](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-vehicle-for-ogden/140883)
**Author:** [@Luebbert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luebbert)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-vehicle-for-ogden/140883 "2019-05-24T22:35:29Z")
moving to Ogden…what is best vehicle to have? --- ## [2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac - Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-explorer-sport-trac-stalls/140930)
**Author:** [@MontiBoyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MontiBoyd)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-explorer-sport-trac-stalls/140930 "2019-05-24T21:53:55Z")
stall when stopping at red lights or stop signs --- ## [010 Cadillac SRX - Rear axle issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/010-cadillac-srx-rear-axle-issue/140928)
**Author:** [@Mohammad41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mohammad41)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/010-cadillac-srx-rear-axle-issue/140928 "2019-05-24T21:14:40Z")
the service rare axle sign keep appearing ,though I changed the oil twice, no one can pin the problem. do you have answer olease --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Avalanche - Any lasting issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-avalanche-any-lasting-issues/140926)
**Author:** [@PatrickA.Fontenot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickA.Fontenot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-avalanche-any-lasting-issues/140926 "2019-05-24T19:46:34Z")
Are there any major issues/problems with the 2013 Chevy Avalanche Blace Diamond edition? --- ## [Upside down engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down-engine/70729)
**Author:** [@JohnnyZip](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnnyZip)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upside-down-engine/70729 "2019-05-24T19:32:35Z")
My son's 1992 S10 pick-up was involved in an accident last week where it slid on some ice and slide down an embankment and rested on it's roof. The truck sat for approximately 4-5 hours that way until a wrecker turned i… --- ## [OBD code 12 - 90 Acura Integra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-12-90-acura-integra/140915)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-12-90-acura-integra/140915 "2019-05-24T19:12:14Z")
1990 Auto with 100k miles There is a long blink followed by two short blinks -12 12 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System https://www.team-integra.net/forum/blogs/90\_integrals/271-gen2-90-91-pulling-ecu-cel-codes-code-list… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Vibrates at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-vibrates-at-idle/140918)
**Author:** [@Mapes12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mapes12)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-vibrates-at-idle/140918 "2019-05-24T18:58:43Z")
2016 Silverado LT2 w/ 5.3 liter V-8.Can engine vibrations @ idle be fixed or should I get rid of this pickup truck? --- ## [Service Lights are Driving me Crazy and Broke! 2011 Ram](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-lights-are-driving-me-crazy-and-broke-2011-ram/140910)
**Author:** [@MichaelNorthrup160\_152133](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelNorthrup160_152133)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-lights-are-driving-me-crazy-and-broke-2011-ram/140910 "2019-05-24T14:17:35Z")
I have a 2011 Ram 1500 Pickup. About a year ago my check engine light started coming on intermittently. Like every good American I simply ignored it until I was due for a tuneup. A local dealer tuned it up which resul… --- ## [Transmission fluid change question on camry or rav 4 2015 year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change-question-on-camry-or-rav-4-2015-year/90125)
**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change-question-on-camry-or-rav-4-2015-year/90125 "2019-05-24T13:57:22Z")
I want to either buy a 2015 camry or rav 4. they have the same engine. I do my own oil/filter, trans fluid/filter, anti-freeze etc... The problem with new cars is they don't have a trans dipstick anymore to check or fill… --- ## [2016 subaru outback auto start stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-auto-start-stop/140859)
**Author:** [@Judy\_Tian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judy_Tian)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-auto-start-stop/140859 "2019-05-24T13:36:11Z")
Bought 2016 subaru outback 2nd hand from the dealer. The auto stop function only lasted a few seconds before restart again, it is annoying. Does anyone know what is wrong with it. I had no air-conditioning running, we… --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry - What is this thing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-what-is-this-thing/140873)
**Author:** [@MarkSchmidt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkSchmidt)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-what-is-this-thing/140873 "2019-05-24T13:23:03Z")
Aftermarket device? I just purchased a car for my college aged kid. On the instrument facia, is a rectangular raised device that has two buttons and a led between them. the right button has a phone symbol, and the lef… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Equinox - Squeels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-equinox-squeels/140907)
**Author:** [@SteveGregoire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveGregoire)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-equinox-squeels/140907 "2019-05-24T13:05:12Z")
what is causing the high-pitched squeak I hear while driving? usually after I have taken my foot off the brake pedal; happens intermittently; don’t think it’s the brakes as I had my inspection in April and they passed. --- ## [2019 Ford F-150 - Door jam - not that type](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-f-150-door-jam-not-that-type/140897)
**Author:** [@Norm57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Norm57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-f-150-door-jam-not-that-type/140897 "2019-05-24T13:05:05Z")
2019 f150 center console door in front of the shifter is stuck closed. USB stuck behind it ? How to un-jammed the sliding door? Thanks. --- ## [2015 Rav 4 trans fluid change issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav-4-trans-fluid-change-issues/94165)
**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 9:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav-4-trans-fluid-change-issues/94165 "2019-05-24T09:41:59Z")
I'm trying to change my trans fluid on 2014 Rav 4. I took the tire off, panel off, and tried taking out the "WS" fill plug before draining the fluid from the pan. I couldn't get that bolt to pry loose. I used a 24mm long… --- ## [Camry rough idle, trouble starting, and stalling at stops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-rough-idle-trouble-starting-and-stalling-at-stops/139772)
**Author:** [@mpsagun19\_149311](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpsagun19_149311)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-rough-idle-trouble-starting-and-stalling-at-stops/139772 "2019-05-24T02:55:05Z")
Hi, I have a 1999 Toyota Camry Le 4 cylinder California emission. it has a rough idle at start, it stalls sometimes during starting or a few minutes afterward, and it has trouble starting occasionally where it’ll take a … --- ## [Can you tell me what is causing this loud noise when AC turned on? (Short video clip)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-tell-me-what-is-causing-this-loud-noise-when-ac-turned-on-short-video-clip/140891)
**Author:** [@172slcs\_150026](https://community.cartalk.com/u/172slcs_150026)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-tell-me-what-is-causing-this-loud-noise-when-ac-turned-on-short-video-clip/140891 "2019-05-24T01:13:38Z")
I had the AC belt and AC idler pulley off for some time. I recently put it back on with a new belt. When I turn on the AC on there’s this loud pitched noise. See short clip here: https://youtu.be/ucJ\_VhZuefY At first, … --- ## [1996 Toyota Corolla - Knocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-corolla-knocks/140875)
**Author:** [@Tebogo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tebogo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2019, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-corolla-knocks/140875 "2019-05-24T01:11:54Z")
Even please help I have a Toyota Corolla 1,300 of 1996 my problem is that it has a knock from the engen and the warning life from the keybod that resembles oil is always on I don’t understand weather the oil pump is mulf… --- ## [2006 Infiniti QX56 - Good used?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-qx56-good-used/140881)
**Author:** [@leon03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leon03)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-qx56-good-used/140881 "2019-05-23T21:51:29Z")
What are some of the problems you had with your 2006 QX-56 Infiniti. Is it worth buying a use one? --- ## [2016 Acura MDX - Lousy Sport mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-mdx-lousy-sport-mode/140733)
**Author:** [@Dumitru-DanTeodorescu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dumitru-DanTeodorescu)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-mdx-lousy-sport-mode/140733 "2019-05-23T19:36:41Z")
Dear Ray, I own a 2016 Acura MDX. I bought it when it had about 20000 miles and now it has about 66000. As I drove the car more and more I discovered that it had a very annoying, if not dangerous, issue. The car has … --- ## [Can't get to the battery in my Thunderbird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-to-the-battery-in-my-thunderbird/140060)
**Author:** [@Teresablileylaw\_151781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Teresablileylaw_151781)\ **Replies:** 104\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-to-the-battery-in-my-thunderbird/140060 "2019-05-23T19:34:47Z")
HELP ME! The battery in my 2002 Ford Thunderbird (a.k.a. the Thunderchick) is dead and the key won’t open the door. I can’t get to the battery in the trunk to charge it. Summer is finally here and I want my baby bird o… --- ## [2009 Toyota RAV4 - Grinds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-grinds/140866)
**Author:** [@RobertDaley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertDaley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-grinds/140866 "2019-05-23T17:31:47Z")
My 2009 Toyota Rav 4 makes a grinding sound when starting that sounds like someone dropped a spoon in a blender. The dealer said it wasn’t worth fixing, perhaps because of the age of the car. Once in a while the car ma… --- ## [2000 Volkswagen Jetta oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-jetta-oil-leak/140807)
**Author:** [@Sebastian51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sebastian51)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-jetta-oil-leak/140807 "2019-05-23T17:28:52Z")
I have a 2000 VW Jetta tdi 1.9L… the problem I’m having is that I can drive and drive all day long no problems what so ever but when I turn the car off and leave it over night, 2 to 2 1/2 quarts of oil leaked out. Not su… --- ## [1998 Subaru Forester gear issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-subaru-forester-gear-issue/140816)
**Author:** [@RicardoPeralta19\_151861](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RicardoPeralta19_151861)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-subaru-forester-gear-issue/140816 "2019-05-23T16:46:58Z")
So I recently purchased a 1998 Subaru Forester S Manual transmission. Got it cause I wanted a manual transmission car what most caught my eye about the car was the cars mileage 128,000 original miles 1 owner. Before purc… --- ## [2001 Buick LeSabre - magnasteer sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-lesabre-magnasteer-sensor/140849)
**Author:** [@MelvinNix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelvinNix)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-lesabre-magnasteer-sensor/140849 "2019-05-23T13:34:47Z")
Do 2001 Buick Lesabre Limited have a Magnasteer sensor on Rack and pinon --- ## [Brand new battery installed, F150 won't start after three startups](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-battery-installed-f150-wont-start-after-three-startups/140845)
**Author:** [@jalanis702](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jalanis702)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2019, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-battery-installed-f150-wont-start-after-three-startups/140845 "2019-05-23T01:49:49Z")
Bought and replaced battery and connectors just yesterday in my '98 F-150. It turned on fine the first three times I started it up, but now I’m just getting the click and dashboard lighting up. I dont think it would be t… --- ## [My brake lights & tail lights keep going out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brake-lights-tail-lights-keep-going-out/140805)
**Author:** [@zacharyevansbusiness\_152310](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zacharyevansbusiness_152310)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2019, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-brake-lights-tail-lights-keep-going-out/140805 "2019-05-22T22:08:16Z")
My brake lights and tail lights in my 89 Toyota Camry keep going out, They just wont stay on. I thought i narrowed the issue down to the lamp failure sensor but i opened it up and checked the circut and everything seems … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=609) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=611)