# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=617 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 618 --- ## [Door & Dome lites](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-dome-lites/140252)
**Author:** [@Claypool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Claypool)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-dome-lites/140252 "2019-05-14T13:45:03Z")
2010 Mazda6 door lites sometimes stays on after door is closed. Have to press the lock button to shut them off. Other times while parked in garage they go on, also even sitting at a red lite. Can anyone offer any advice\>… --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback batteries died twice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-batteries-died-twice/120574)
**Author:** [@Mary48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary48)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-batteries-died-twice/120574 "2019-05-14T13:22:46Z")
I bought the car new. At 9301 miles, my battery died and the dealer replaced it. They said the factory original battery was not made for cold weather areas. At 12,628 miles, the second battery died and the dealer repl… --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Impala - Lights dim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-impala-lights-dim/140302)
**Author:** [@KevinWestmoreland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinWestmoreland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-impala-lights-dim/140302 "2019-05-14T12:38:12Z")
On deceleration, the engine rpm goes up and down causing the headlights to dim accordingly. This happens at lower than 35 mph speeds. Once it down shifts, the lights and engine operate normally. The car has 267,000 miles… --- ## [2009 Honda Pilot honks in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-pilot-honks-in-reverse/140280)
**Author:** [@JojoReantaso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JojoReantaso)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-pilot-honks-in-reverse/140280 "2019-05-13T22:01:18Z")
My 2009 Honda Pilot makes a loud honking noise when in reverse. Not just in the mornings but throughout the day. Have taken it to several mchanics who cant find anything wrong and cant really figure it out unless they he… --- ## [2007 Toyota Matrix - Radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-matrix-radio/140237)
**Author:** [@DaveLitwak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveLitwak)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 10:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-matrix-radio/140237 "2019-05-14T10:13:45Z")
Why does the radio only get certain stations? I changed the antenna…no help --- ## [No internal filler flap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-internal-filler-flap/140297)
**Author:** [@FeWix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FeWix)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 8:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-internal-filler-flap/140297 "2019-05-14T08:38:57Z")
2009 Hyundai Sonata. Check Engine light is on. When filling gas the pump nozzle clicks off every couple gallons unless I invert nozzle so handle is pointing up and that sometimes fills tank all the way with no need to re… --- ## [2000 Ford Ranger - Brakes to the floor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-brakes-to-the-floor/140245)
**Author:** [@JerardButtz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerardButtz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-brakes-to-the-floor/140245 "2019-05-14T03:25:12Z")
Replaced front calipers, master cylinder, brake booster and bleed brakes RR LR,RF,LF pedal pumps up good. bled all air out. when I start the truck the pedal goes to the floor no brakes --- ## [2008 Toyota Camry - Wheel bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-wheel-bearing/139687)
**Author:** [@tim42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tim42)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-wheel-bearing/139687 "2019-05-14T03:19:29Z")
2008 v6 camry, making a humming sound form the front tires…I have fairly new tires, new alignment…the car has 179,000 miles…the brakes look like they have some life left on the pads, could it be a wheel bearing?? --- ## [2009 Chevrolet Malibu - still overheating after thermostat change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-still-overheating-after-thermostat-change/140073)
**Author:** [@LauriPeterson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauriPeterson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-still-overheating-after-thermostat-change/140073 "2019-05-14T02:24:07Z")
Changed the thermostat because of over heating. Found melted plastic on it. Car is still over heating. Any thoughts as to the cause? --- ## [2003 Ford F250 - Thread heads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f250-thread-heads/140248)
**Author:** [@jasonheyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonheyman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f250-thread-heads/140248 "2019-05-14T02:06:21Z")
I have a ford f-250 4x4 with the 5.4 engine and it has the aluminum heads. It has a problem where the spark plug thread is approximately 3/8” longer than the head thread, causing the carbon on the spark plug threads to e… --- ## [2015 Hyundai Sonata - solution for uncomfortable seats?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-sonata-solution-for-uncomfortable-seats/140057)
**Author:** [@Rox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rox)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2019, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-sonata-solution-for-uncomfortable-seats/140057 "2019-05-14T01:32:18Z")
I just bought a used 2015 Hyundai Sonata Sport 2.0T. I like the car, however, the front seats are SOOO uncomfortable. It feels like I’m sitting on plywood on top of cement. I have read other people’s complaints online an… --- ## [2017 Honda CR-V - Oil dilution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-oil-dilution/140265)
**Author:** [@DavidJimenez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidJimenez)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-oil-dilution/140265 "2019-05-13T21:45:37Z")
I was thinking of buying 2017 crv till heard about oil dilution . Any tips on what to look out for at car lot for buying the 2017 crv ex ,the one with the problematic turbo engine ? Thanks --- ## [2013 Volvo XC70 battery trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc70-battery-trouble/140119)
**Author:** [@sundaramramanan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sundaramramanan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volvo-xc70-battery-trouble/140119 "2019-05-13T21:26:47Z")
6 months ago, AAA replaced the dead battery in my car with one of a slightly larger capacity. Since then the battery warning light comes on every time I turn on the ignition although the battery is 68% charged. Two Volv… --- ## [P1326 cel engine code. vehicle in limp mode. gas 2.4 GDI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p1326-cel-engine-code-vehicle-in-limp-mode-gas-2-4-gdi/140271)
**Author:** [@jdtzillagod\_151942](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdtzillagod_151942)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p1326-cel-engine-code-vehicle-in-limp-mode-gas-2-4-gdi/140271 "2019-05-13T20:20:03Z")
anyone experience this code and concern? it’s a hard fault and my snap on scanner says it’s a glow plug relay stuck on. this is a gasoline engine and does not have glow plugs. any help? --- ## [Replacing my 2011 Cadiallac CTS Condenser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-my-2011-cadiallac-cts-condenser/140266)
**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-my-2011-cadiallac-cts-condenser/140266 "2019-05-13T19:35:13Z")
I have a 2011 CTS4 with the 3.0 engine with about 85000 miles. I was told on Saturday that the reason my AC was blowing warm air was due to a hole in the condenser. A. Is it possible for a Condenser to get a hole in it? … --- ## [Surface rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surface-rust/140268)
**Author:** [@Dan17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan17)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surface-rust/140268 "2019-05-13T18:29:44Z")
Can surface rust be rubbed out with rubbing compound? Suggestions welcomed.! --- ## [Put car in reverse before turning on engine, now engine won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/put-car-in-reverse-before-turning-on-engine-now-engine-wont-start/140232)
**Author:** [@Salem\_Moon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Salem_Moon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/put-car-in-reverse-before-turning-on-engine-now-engine-wont-start/140232 "2019-05-13T18:25:03Z")
\-TLDR: 4th gear transmission issue, accidentally put in reverse before starting engine, engine won’t turn on and car is clicking at me, did i kill it?! -Full rundown: Recently I was told my Jeep Liberty 06 had a transmi… --- ## [Ford Fiesta Shuddering/Vibrating on Idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-shuddering-vibrating-on-idle/140258)
**Author:** [@nicholashead44\_151930](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nicholashead44_151930)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-shuddering-vibrating-on-idle/140258 "2019-05-13T17:57:41Z")
My ford fiesta 2007 Zetec is shuddering/vibrating (feels like it is coming from under the seat but also the engine when the hoods up) for 3 seconds on and off then every so often engine sounds like it struggling to stay … --- ## [2014 Toyota Corolla humming noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-corolla-humming-noise/140230)
**Author:** [@Javed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Javed)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-corolla-humming-noise/140230 "2019-05-13T17:28:00Z")
i have toyota crolla 2014 1.6GLi Problem: once the car is in drive mode and RPM reaches from 3000 to 3500RPM weird noise coming, Like Humming Noise or like exhaust leak. but when the car is in park mode RPM is remain n… --- ## [2004 Buick Century brake squeal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-century-brake-squeal/140201)
**Author:** [@MikeJager](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeJager)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-century-brake-squeal/140201 "2019-05-13T16:50:10Z")
I have a 2004 Buick Century that I replaced the brakes and rotors myself about a year ago. About 4 months ago I noticed a squeal coming from one of the front wheels when I brake. I believe the drivers side. If I brake ha… --- ## [2014 Chrysler 300C - Cruise out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-300c-cruise-out/140240)
**Author:** [@tariq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tariq)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-300c-cruise-out/140240 "2019-05-13T16:39:37Z")
Hi Cruise control stopped working. Thanks --- ## [Some concerns after doing my first rear drum brake shoe replacement. (2007 Corolla)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-concerns-after-doing-my-first-rear-drum-brake-shoe-replacement-2007-corolla/140012)
**Author:** [@Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Queue)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-concerns-after-doing-my-first-rear-drum-brake-shoe-replacement-2007-corolla/140012 "2019-05-13T16:32:31Z")
Here is a picture of the drum brake design: 2003-2008 9th. Generation Toyota Corolla. -Drum brakes are a very inelegant design. -In trying to fit the springs and mount the new shoes, the piston of the wheel cylinder… --- ## [Bike rack questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bike-rack-questions/138993)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bike-rack-questions/138993 "2019-05-13T16:01:55Z")
Got a friend who has a 2010 Hyundai Sonata with a 1 1/4-inch hitch that keeps a 48-pound bike rack (weight without a bike) constantly on his vehicle. It does appear to lower the back end of the car. Could this be causi… --- ## [Mechanic question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-question/139685)
**Author:** [@princess111528\_151526](https://community.cartalk.com/u/princess111528_151526)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-question/139685 "2019-05-13T15:06:02Z")
2001 Toyota Solara Did I get ripped off? Lol. --- ## [2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid - Radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-c-max-hybrid-radio/140209)
**Author:** [@pete19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pete19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 12:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-c-max-hybrid-radio/140209 "2019-05-13T12:54:58Z")
am radio i can hear the station at the red light but soon as i start out i get static on the station but fm station comes clear no matter at stop or go --- ## [2015 Chrysler 200 - Clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-clicks/140211)
**Author:** [@brendynburns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brendynburns)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-clicks/140211 "2019-05-13T12:53:00Z")
Just recently whenever i use my A/C or Heater there will be a clicking noise of some sort behind my steering wheel area, the noise will get louder if i turn up the fan speeds. It still blows both hot and cold air correct… --- ## [2015 Lincoln Navigator - Engine shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-navigator-engine-shuts-off/140251)
**Author:** [@JodyTravis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JodyTravis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-navigator-engine-shuts-off/140251 "2019-05-13T12:47:34Z")
Vechicle cut off when driving, 3rd time it has happen. Do a lot of driving in heavy freeway traffic. --- ## [Need help finding parts for my 2005 Chrysler Crossfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-finding-parts-for-my-2005-chrysler-crossfire/139895)
**Author:** [@normanstaunton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/normanstaunton)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-finding-parts-for-my-2005-chrysler-crossfire/139895 "2019-05-13T12:26:48Z")
have a 2005 crossfire. Chrysler does not make parts anymore. need switches for convertible top. --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Impala - Lights go dark](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-impala-lights-go-dark/140216)
**Author:** [@MarleneJOMalley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarleneJOMalley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-impala-lights-go-dark/140216 "2019-05-13T12:22:25Z")
I inherited my mothers 2005 Chevy Impala. It rides well and really have little to complain about,except for one thing that could lead to a dangerous situation. 3 times I am driving down the road at night, and the headlig… --- ## [2016 BMW 330 - removing house paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-bmw-330-removing-house-paint/140152)
**Author:** [@SusanRehak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanRehak)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2019, 10:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-bmw-330-removing-house-paint/140152 "2019-05-13T10:08:21Z")
Can house paint (from a scrape) be removed from the body of a car? Yes, the house collided with the car. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=616) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=618)