# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=620 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 621 --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport keeps running after key is removed from ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-captiva-sport-keeps-running-after-key-is-removed-from-ignition/140035)
**Author:** [@dennis14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dennis14)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2019, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-captiva-sport-keeps-running-after-key-is-removed-from-ignition/140035 "2019-05-10T02:19:10Z")
engine keeps running when suit key off pull key it out of ignition, runs for several minutes. show engine hot, but fluid in radiator. --- ## [2014 RAM 1500 seat cracking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-seat-cracking/140048)
**Author:** [@Nicholson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicholson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2019, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-seat-cracking/140048 "2019-05-10T01:44:59Z")
I own a 2014 Ram crew cab I have cracking in the drivers seat after 50,000 miles. The vinyl is on the edge of seat cracking and coming apart. The truck is great other wise. --- ## [Windshield wiper arm replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-arm-replacement/139930)
**Author:** [@spookyyank\_151695](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spookyyank_151695)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2019, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-arm-replacement/139930 "2019-05-10T01:28:57Z")
I need to replace the wiper arms on my 1989 Dodge Caravan. The previous owner had removed them, but when I went to install a new set, he’d removed the mechanisms they attached to. I cannot find out what parts I need to o… --- ## [Just for giggles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-giggles/140019)
**Author:** [@Honda-Blackbird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda-Blackbird)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2019, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-for-giggles/140019 "2019-05-10T01:13:05Z")
While this is not directly car related it is however mechanic, engineering, design related. It is also massively entertaining and hilariously funny at times. If you haven’t seen any of this mans work… I highly recomme… --- ## [Why does my car ride so rough?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-car-ride-so-rough/89369)
**Author:** [@SS2011](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SS2011)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-car-ride-so-rough/89369 "2019-05-09T23:34:48Z")
I purchased a 2014 Toyota Corolla Le Eco Plus last May. The car rode FINE for a few months, but then I began to notice that the ride feels completely rough/harsh. It's almost like a jittery feeling. After researching I'v… --- ## [Making a Claim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/making-a-claim/139942)
**Author:** [@ng8111\_150582](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ng8111_150582)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/making-a-claim/139942 "2019-05-09T21:17:30Z")
In my opinion, it’s foolish to make a claim if the damage to the car is under $3,000 especially if you have a $1,000 deductible. It would probably be even better to put it on a credit card and pay it off than it would to… --- ## [2018 Volkswagen Atlas thumping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-volkswagen-atlas-thumping/116802)
**Author:** [@FRED19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FRED19)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-volkswagen-atlas-thumping/116802 "2019-05-09T20:30:31Z")
Thumping sound from undercarriage at very low speed? Everyone hears it except for dealer… --- ## [2000 Volkswagen Beetle - black stuff coming out of the vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-beetle-black-stuff-coming-out-of-the-vents/140045)
**Author:** [@wendellhobbs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wendellhobbs)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-beetle-black-stuff-coming-out-of-the-vents/140045 "2019-05-09T19:59:24Z")
all this black crap comes out the ac vents covering everything… looks like some kinda foam. --- ## [2009 Nissan Murano - sounds like an exhaust leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-sounds-like-an-exhaust-leak/140040)
**Author:** [@Dave09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave09)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-sounds-like-an-exhaust-leak/140040 "2019-05-09T18:39:48Z")
Around front catalytic converters where wire mesh located sounds like exhaust leak. I got under car and felt air coming out ,Is this normal? Thanks --- ## [2013 MINI Cooper Hardtop - Local guy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mini-cooper-hardtop-local-guy/140000)
**Author:** [@Nick\_Ballard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nick_Ballard)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mini-cooper-hardtop-local-guy/140000 "2019-05-09T15:56:59Z")
I live in Woburn MA, and I can’t find a local shop that has experience working on MINIs – does anyone have good experience with a shop/mechanic in my area? --- ## [2000 Mercury Grand Marquis - Wash board](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercury-grand-marquis-wash-board/140014)
**Author:** [@jan54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jan54)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercury-grand-marquis-wash-board/140014 "2019-05-09T15:44:16Z")
Wash board affect from 30 to 65 mph. what could be causing this? --- ## [1993 Dodge Dakota - misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-dodge-dakota-misfire/140031)
**Author:** [@StevenHolden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StevenHolden)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-dodge-dakota-misfire/140031 "2019-05-09T15:15:26Z")
miss fires, looses power, if i turn engine off and back on runs ok for few min. then problem starts again. --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Suburban - front AC blower turns on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-suburban-front-ac-blower-turns-on-and-off/140028)
**Author:** [@hatt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hatt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-suburban-front-ac-blower-turns-on-and-off/140028 "2019-05-09T15:08:30Z")
Front air conditioner blower will turn off, the come back on, over and over. Fuse ok. Ceiling blower ok and is cool so no compressor problem. --- ## [Oil light on after start up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-on-after-start-up/89323)
**Author:** [@Shannon11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shannon11)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-on-after-start-up/89323 "2019-05-09T14:11:18Z")
So, my oil light comes on after startup like usual then shuts off. Anywhere from 2-5 minutes of the vehicle running light comes back on and does not shut off unless I restart the vehicle. Have changed oil pressure swit… --- ## [2011 Hyundai Elantra Touring - Windows and gas tank cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-elantra-touring-windows-and-gas-tank-cover/139898)
**Author:** [@CrystalL.Butcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CrystalL.Butcher)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-elantra-touring-windows-and-gas-tank-cover/139898 "2019-05-08T03:17:49Z")
The power windows have been so terrible in this car. At first the panel at the driver’s seat stopped operating any of the other windows except the driver’s side. In the beginning, all passengers could still roll up and d… --- ## [2010 Honda Accord Crosstour - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-crosstour-shakes/139990)
**Author:** [@Nikki27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nikki27)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-crosstour-shakes/139990 "2019-05-09T14:01:26Z")
I’ve owned my car for 4 years now, I bought it used and last year I started having issues with the engine shaking. I’ve taken it to Honda twice and they state that they can find nothing wrong with it and I’m not charged … --- ## [2014 Honda Ridgeline - Leak in trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-ridgeline-leak-in-trunk/140009)
**Author:** [@Waz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-ridgeline-leak-in-trunk/140009 "2019-05-09T13:32:33Z")
is there defect when water is leaking into the inbed trunk --- ## [2009 GMC Sierra misfiring, no codes thrown](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-misfiring-no-codes-thrown/139993)
**Author:** [@Cody\_Timmerberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cody_Timmerberg)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-misfiring-no-codes-thrown/139993 "2019-05-09T13:30:40Z")
I have a 2009 Sierra, quad cab 2WD, 5.3L engine with 145,000 miles. About a week ago i began feeling my engine flutter just a bit (maybe 50 rpm spike) between 40-50mph. It became increasingly worse over the next four day… --- ## [1998 Chevrolet Cavalier -CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-cavalier-cel/139981)
**Author:** [@Steven45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-cavalier-cel/139981 "2019-05-09T04:13:08Z")
my engine light stays on. everything is new for parts and even dealer ship gas cap is new. what else could be the problem. --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Blazer gas smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-blazer-gas-smell/139919)
**Author:** [@TomBaruchas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomBaruchas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-blazer-gas-smell/139919 "2019-05-09T03:22:08Z")
First thing in the a.m. when I start the car up there is a very strong gas smell and this only happens on the first start. The smell stays with you inside the car and worse when you put the a/c on. Took the car to a mec… --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry - warped rotors already?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-warped-rotors-already/139787)
**Author:** [@AndyKepler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndyKepler)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 2:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-warped-rotors-already/139787 "2019-05-09T02:25:27Z")
Rear brake rotors warped and had to be ground on a lathe. Serviceman said problem caused by not driving it much and leaving it parked for three weeks with the emergency brake on. It’s a 2018 model with 7,400 miles. Is th… --- ## [My 09 ford fusion has front end damage I was in a wreck, what parts do I need? Can I take parts form other cars like mines to put on there? Or do I have to buy brand new parts? I was thinking it's not bad as I thought,](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-09-ford-fusion-has-front-end-damage-i-was-in-a-wreck-what-parts-do-i-need-can-i-take-parts-form-other-cars-like-mines-to-put-on-there-or-do-i-have-to-buy-brand-new-parts-i-was-thinking-its-not-bad-as-i-thought/139966)
**Author:** [@Toney\_g](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toney_g)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-09-ford-fusion-has-front-end-damage-i-was-in-a-wreck-what-parts-do-i-need-can-i-take-parts-form-other-cars-like-mines-to-put-on-there-or-do-i-have-to-buy-brand-new-parts-i-was-thinking-its-not-bad-as-i-thought/139966 "2019-05-09T01:14:28Z")
--- ## [2017 Ford Fusion - are the rotors made thinner?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-are-the-rotors-made-thinner/139947)
**Author:** [@JuneDoxtator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuneDoxtator)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-are-the-rotors-made-thinner/139947 "2019-05-09T01:03:23Z")
My Ford Fusion is a 2017 and at 29,000 Km. I’ve been told that my rear rotors are warped and likely rear brakes need replacing. Thankfully they’re covered under the 30,000 Km. warranty. Are Ford’s rotors being made thinn… --- ## [Help. Is my car write off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-is-my-car-write-off/139985)
**Author:** [@Nicky\_Meredith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicky_Meredith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2019, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-is-my-car-write-off/139985 "2019-05-09T00:37:12Z")
Help my insurance wont pay out on an accident I had. I don’t know if my car repairable or write off. Advice e please --- ## [1-2 Knocks when going over bumps, creaking ft control arm bushings after replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-2-knocks-when-going-over-bumps-creaking-ft-control-arm-bushings-after-replacement/139955)
**Author:** [@Tenoz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tenoz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1-2-knocks-when-going-over-bumps-creaking-ft-control-arm-bushings-after-replacement/139955 "2019-05-08T23:52:34Z")
Unable to select make/model so its a 2005 Subaru WRX (not sti) This all started when I was hearing a knocking noise when hitting small bumps and whatnot, it was more relevant to differences in road smoothness than RPMs … --- ## [2006 Nissan Altima - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-cel/139996)
**Author:** [@Ernie41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ernie41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-cel/139996 "2019-05-08T22:34:17Z")
Dear Tom & Ray, I have just recently purchased a 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5L. Check engine light appears P0462 ONLY when I fill the fuel tank. However, if I only put 10 gallons or less it is fine. did replace the entire fue… --- ## [2016 Audi Q5 cell phone reception](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-audi-q5-cell-phone-reception/139978)
**Author:** [@LoriJ.Smith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoriJ.Smith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-audi-q5-cell-phone-reception/139978 "2019-05-08T21:55:33Z")
Cell phone reception! When I am on my phone, the person on the other end says the background noise is loud while I am driving but as soon as I stop it’s much clearer. Anyone else have any issue with this? and if so, is… --- ## [2007 Lexus IS 250 - TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-is-250-tpms/139976)
**Author:** [@MarySchwake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarySchwake)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-is-250-tpms/139976 "2019-05-08T21:53:24Z")
I just put new used wheels/tires on my car. Now the low tire light will not go off. The guy that I bought the wheels from said that he never had sensers installed. Can you have tires without sensers?How do I get this lig… --- ## [02 Nissan Maxima smoke coming out of exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-nissan-maxima-smoke-coming-out-of-exhaust/139957)
**Author:** [@gtwags70\_148133](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gtwags70_148133)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-nissan-maxima-smoke-coming-out-of-exhaust/139957 "2019-05-08T21:03:19Z")
2002 Maxima with 206,000 miles . Just bought this and when u start it it doesn’t smoke for about a minute then starts. There is no coolant in oil and coolant looks clean. Overflow tank was dry when I got it but radiator … --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander - servicing AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-servicing-ac/139969)
**Author:** [@JesseRobertson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JesseRobertson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2019, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-servicing-ac/139969 "2019-05-08T18:47:42Z")
How to service 2005 Highlander A/C with gas. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=619) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=621)