# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=63 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 64 --- ## [Pontiac Aztek suddenly stops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-aztek-suddenly-stops/70625)
**Author:** [@MelloYello](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelloYello)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-aztek-suddenly-stops/70625 "2023-10-26T23:58:04Z")
I have a 2002 Pontiac Aztek with about 170,000 miles on it. About 3 weeks ago, it began having problems when I would hit the gas to speed up. It would hesitate, and then jerk forward and go. Then about 2 weeks ago, I … --- ## [2006 Corolla XRS - Leaking Timing Chain Cover Gasket - Replace the Chain too?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-corolla-xrs-leaking-timing-chain-cover-gasket-replace-the-chain-too/193582)
**Author:** [@fritzycat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fritzycat)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-corolla-xrs-leaking-timing-chain-cover-gasket-replace-the-chain-too/193582 "2023-10-26T21:29:10Z")
My 2006 Corolla XRS has developed a leak that seems to be coming from the timing chain cover gasket (apparently a common issue with these engines). Since I’m going to be paying the labor to replace the gasket, should I … --- ## [2015 Hyundai Sonata can't go over 50 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-sonata-cant-go-over-50-mph/193463)
**Author:** [@lydia\_185631](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lydia_185631)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-sonata-cant-go-over-50-mph/193463 "2023-10-26T20:42:14Z")
We have a 2015 Hyundai Sonata. Since two days ago, the engine revs up loud and it does shift gears. But there is very little power. The top speed is less than 50 mph. When stopping at lights, the idle is very high. Any s… --- ## [Skoda fabia sometimes doesn't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skoda-fabia-sometimes-doesnt-start/193563)
**Author:** [@luckyjay431\_187447](https://community.cartalk.com/u/luckyjay431_187447)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skoda-fabia-sometimes-doesnt-start/193563 "2023-10-26T19:15:11Z")
I have a 2005 skoda fabia and sometimes it doesn’t start but other times it does. Has a new battery and alternator. --- ## [2014 Cherokee Rear Differential](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cherokee-rear-differential/193495)
**Author:** [@mstrlucky74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mstrlucky74)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cherokee-rear-differential/193495 "2023-10-26T13:22:47Z")
Hello. Been verified that I need a rear diff. I brought it back to Jeep twice as I wanted confirmation. Last time they said they took off the drive shaft and the sound went away confirming rear diff. Anyway they wanted a… --- ## [Ford Sport Trac transmission repair - what to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-sport-trac-transmission-repair-what-to-do/193536)
**Author:** [@lvrout\_173947](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lvrout_173947)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-sport-trac-transmission-repair-what-to-do/193536 "2023-10-26T12:25:52Z")
We just bought it a year ago. 2008 125k miles. It’s been flawless, went to Yellowstone and back to PA. It’s stuck in West Virginia where the Ford dealership says it needs a new transmission and quotes us $6600. Choices… --- ## [15 Nissan Pathfinder Mystery Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15-nissan-pathfinder-mystery-issues/192424)
**Author:** [@tnjs95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tnjs95)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15-nissan-pathfinder-mystery-issues/192424 "2023-10-26T12:22:36Z")
I need help. My issues started 3 months ago. First my car didn’t seem to want to start after a long drive. Then it worked. A week later I was driving around for garage sales so lots of frequent stopping. I stayed at the… --- ## [Brake line spring wrap and couplers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-spring-wrap-and-couplers/72911)
**Author:** [@ramblinman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramblinman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2012, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-spring-wrap-and-couplers/72911 "2012-06-07T20:15:45Z")
I'm in the middle of a brake job on my 1990 Celebrity and have some questions. I'm basically replacing each line from front to back and have noticed a spring-like material around parts of the line. Is this some kind of w… --- ## [2002 Blazer Fuel Sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-blazer-fuel-sensor/193479)
**Author:** [@Beckett866](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beckett866)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2023, 9:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-blazer-fuel-sensor/193479 "2023-10-26T09:34:31Z")
My fuel sensor is going back and forth between full to empty causing the low fuel light to come on even after filling the tank. Anyone else having this frustrating issue? --- ## [2011 Dodge Durango - Wheel bearings? Whirring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-durango-wheel-bearings-whirring/191348)
**Author:** [@lisalisa14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lisalisa14)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-durango-wheel-bearings-whirring/191348 "2023-10-25T22:19:31Z")
2011 dodge durango awd 3.6 only had it a year / half purchased during a car shortage, after my jeep blew up ! , dont drive much , really dont like this durango, maybe put a few hundred miles on it , mr durango has a tot… --- ## [New original brake caliper too big?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-original-brake-caliper-too-big/193438)
**Author:** [@ansfoi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ansfoi)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-original-brake-caliper-too-big/193438 "2023-10-25T21:24:42Z")
Hello, I changed my front brake pads and rotors on both sides and brake caliper on the left side today. But now the wheel on the left wont fit. The new brake caliper, which is an original part and looks exactly like th… --- ## [OBD Code for Transmission Nissan Frontier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-for-transmission-nissan-frontier/180880)
**Author:** [@joiklaa\_177213](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joiklaa_177213)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-code-for-transmission-nissan-frontier/180880 "2023-10-25T21:16:41Z")
Hey everyone. Posting about another problem with my truck here. A bigger one this time. I got a 2002 Nissan Frontier supercharged and the transmission is slipping. Throws code p0744 and another one that just says 17. If … --- ## [2008 Limited 3.5 V6 The door lock switches on both doors don’t work and neither does the trunk button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-limited-3-5-v6-the-door-lock-switches-on-both-doors-don-t-work-and-neither-does-the-trunk-button/193555)
**Author:** [@Ayden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ayden)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-limited-3-5-v6-the-door-lock-switches-on-both-doors-don-t-work-and-neither-does-the-trunk-button/193555 "2023-10-25T21:06:13Z")
Ive had this car for over 2 years now and have never had any issues it has just over 190,000 miles on it. The issue started after I shut my car off to get gas and whenever I started it the door lock switch on both doors … --- ## [2006 Dodge Durango consistently stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-consistently-stalling/193557)
**Author:** [@Dklepas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dklepas)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-consistently-stalling/193557 "2023-10-25T20:49:45Z")
Hello! First time poster. Our car mechanic can’t seem to fix an issue we are having. Basically the Durango starts up just fine but within the first 60 seconds of driving it usually (not always) begins to almost putter. Y… --- ## [Loud dustsucking/whining noise from rear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-dustsucking-whining-noise-from-rear/193523)
**Author:** [@aquilinodonrodrigo\_187410](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aquilinodonrodrigo_187410)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-dustsucking-whining-noise-from-rear/193523 "2023-10-25T14:41:19Z")
Hey! My mum recently bought a Mk7.5 (2017) VW Golf Variant 1.6TDi DSG7 Highline. She´s happy with it, but… Whenever she starts the car there´s a loud but dampen noise coming from the rear. Like someone is dustsucking ne… --- ## [Repairing damaged sanding and buff](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-damaged-sanding-and-buff/193539)
**Author:** [@cctdshop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cctdshop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2023, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-damaged-sanding-and-buff/193539 "2023-10-25T14:29:44Z")
Hi Everyone, I’m new here, a little about me, 35 years ago I worked at a body shop doing body work, painting and buffing. I have been a diesel mechanic for 25 years now. Ok, a friend came to me and asked about how to f… --- ## [2015 Kia Soul P0441](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-soul-p0441/193520)
**Author:** [@nporter718](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nporter718)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-soul-p0441/193520 "2023-10-24T22:22:38Z")
I’m having a problem with my 2015 Kia Soul showing a P0441 code intermittently. I’ve had the purge valve and solenoid replaced within the last 10 months. No more issues until yesterday when the check engine light came … --- ## [Ford Sohc 4.0 - Normal or Not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-sohc-4-0-normal-or-not/193317)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-sohc-4-0-normal-or-not/193317 "2023-10-24T22:02:55Z")
2001 4.0 on my explorer sport. During a cold start the chains make noise for 1 or 2 seconds max and then are completely quiet after that both when idling and driving at any RPM. Even if the engine is turned off after com… --- ## [2014 Fiesta trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-fiesta-trouble-starting/193532)
**Author:** [@jgc1971.jc\_187424](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jgc1971.jc_187424)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-fiesta-trouble-starting/193532 "2023-10-24T21:26:25Z")
Helping out a friend, the Diagnostic code is P1450 - AutoZone recommends Fuel Vapor Leak Detection Pump replacement. My Q is would this part malfunctioning cause trouble when starting the car? It struggles, like its gett… --- ## [Toyota Corolla Doughnut Spare Replacement - Does Profile Matter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-doughnut-spare-replacement-does-profile-matter/193407)
**Author:** [@fritzycat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fritzycat)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-doughnut-spare-replacement-does-profile-matter/193407 "2023-10-24T21:24:30Z")
The spare tire for my 2006 Corolla XRS has developed a bulge in the sidewall. The tire size is T125/70R16 96M. I would like to replace the tire, but the least expensive replacement I found online is $130. However, I fou… --- ## [New Tires Recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-recommendation/193458)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2023, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-recommendation/193458 "2023-10-24T00:40:22Z")
I need four new tires on my 2018 Infiniti QX60. It’s an SUV and I’m a slow driver. I’m not too concerned about performance. My biggest concern is noise. Give me life advice. What is the best way to go about this? ETD r… --- ## [Can I simply replace OEM fuel level gauge with aftermarket to match new sending unit ohms rating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-simply-replace-oem-fuel-level-gauge-with-aftermarket-to-match-new-sending-unit-ohms-rating/193492)
**Author:** [@AciDDreamZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AciDDreamZ)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2023, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-simply-replace-oem-fuel-level-gauge-with-aftermarket-to-match-new-sending-unit-ohms-rating/193492 "2023-10-23T14:17:02Z")
1999 Chevrolet Tracker, 2dr, 4WD with the 2.0ltr engine I recently had the fuel tank, filler tube and pump/sending unit assembly replaced due to severe rust issues with the tank, constantly having to putty patch a new r… --- ## [Car shuts off after releasing the key 1997 chevy cavalier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shuts-off-after-releasing-the-key-1997-chevy-cavalier/193478)
**Author:** [@chestervgoodsonjr\_187359](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chestervgoodsonjr_187359)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2023, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-shuts-off-after-releasing-the-key-1997-chevy-cavalier/193478 "2023-10-22T22:55:24Z")
Ok yall i dont know what the name of this part’ but i replaced this. I started to buy a new ignition it was 133.00 ’ but instead i went to the junkyard and got an ignition and whatever this other thing is for 10.00 , … --- ## [2010 Honad Crosstour O2 sensor and catalyst not ready no check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honad-crosstour-o2-sensor-and-catalyst-not-ready-no-check-engine-light/193490)
**Author:** [@s910372\_187377](https://community.cartalk.com/u/s910372_187377)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honad-crosstour-o2-sensor-and-catalyst-not-ready-no-check-engine-light/193490 "2023-10-22T21:07:02Z")
Hi guys, My car failed state inspection with O2 sensor and catalyst not ready. No check engine light on. I have performed 5 or 6 drive cycles but still cannot get them reset. I added a bottle of cataclean just 2 days a… --- ## [Towncar air flow blocked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towncar-air-flow-blocked/89986)
**Author:** [@BrokenAnvil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrokenAnvil)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2023, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towncar-air-flow-blocked/89986 "2023-10-22T13:40:10Z")
I have a 2001 Lincoln Towncar with 122k on it. The heater went out this winter and I took it to a guy that replace the blower motor. The blower was not the problem. He then replaced the main control unit in the dash. Tha… --- ## [Fuel Tank Seals/Gaskets reusable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-seals-gaskets-reusable/193197)
**Author:** [@AciDDreamZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AciDDreamZ)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2023, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-tank-seals-gaskets-reusable/193197 "2023-10-21T23:50:15Z")
I need to replace my fuel tank, I had bought a new one before realizing that all the seals are discontinued for this vehicle separately. I could buy another tank, that would come with them, but I already have a new tank.… --- ## [Pully Insert](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pully-insert/193486)
**Author:** [@haileeymarieee\_181108](https://community.cartalk.com/u/haileeymarieee_181108)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2023, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pully-insert/193486 "2023-10-21T20:39:48Z")
Tensioner pulley insert is corroded off into engine. How can I fix this? Went to replace it to notice it corroded off. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan --- ## [2018 Nissan Titan Problems- anyone else have a lot of them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-titan-problems-anyone-else-have-a-lot-of-them/193474)
**Author:** [@iamronbedard\_186876](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iamronbedard_186876)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2023, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-titan-problems-anyone-else-have-a-lot-of-them/193474 "2023-10-21T20:18:08Z")
I’ve had many issues with my 2018 Titan SD. Has anyone else had a lot of problems with or service issues? It has 80,000 km on it. There are tons of paint chips on the hood and side of the vehicle. You just look at the… --- ## [Need help. Do I need a new starter? (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-do-i-need-a-new-starter-video/193352)
**Author:** [@bninga1994\_187227](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bninga1994_187227)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2023, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-do-i-need-a-new-starter-video/193352 "2023-10-21T12:44:18Z")
Hi all. Around a month ago my moms 2014 ford explorer stopped starting up. It’s cranks slowly and doesn’t start as you can see in the video here: To make things more confusing, it is accompanied by a p0457… --- ## [2009 Prius Suspension Recommended Replacements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-prius-suspension-recommended-replacements/193471)
**Author:** [@fomalontk\_187351](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fomalontk_187351)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2023, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-prius-suspension-recommended-replacements/193471 "2023-10-21T01:31:21Z")
Got a recommendation from a shop that I do not trust (I am out of town for the medium term) to replace the struts, the lower control arms, and the strut assembly based on the photos below. The handling does not feel bad … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=62) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=64)