# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=638 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 639 --- ## [1974 Ford Bronco - Odd starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-ford-bronco-odd-starting/138393)
**Author:** [@AaronRHoffeditz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AaronRHoffeditz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-ford-bronco-odd-starting/138393 "2019-04-12T20:53:18Z")
I have a 1974 Ford Bronco with an electronic (pointless) ignition. Most of the time the engine will not start until I release the key from the “start” position. When the key returns to the “run” position the engine then … --- ## [Sqeaky problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sqeaky-problem/138388)
**Author:** [@tartvox\_150690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tartvox_150690)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sqeaky-problem/138388 "2019-04-12T20:39:11Z")
Basically whenever I drive for a bit something gets warm due to lack of lubrication I’m assuming but I have no idea what part.this is the sound it makes when I wiggle my shift stick in neutral.camera is play under the dr… --- ## [2016 Hyundai Elantra AC isn't working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-elantra-ac-isnt-working/138335)
**Author:** [@Yvonne08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yvonne08)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-elantra-ac-isnt-working/138335 "2019-04-12T20:18:05Z")
Any one having problems with their AC not working on a 2016 Hyundai Elentra --- ## [2007 Ford Ranger - HVAC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-ranger-hvac/138381)
**Author:** [@reneduarte](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reneduarte)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-ranger-hvac/138381 "2019-04-12T17:34:59Z")
good morning i have a 2007 ford ranger 95k’s excellent shape my dilemna is my AC it takes about 15minutes to cool it is not low on freon as i have checked that out .no leaks however i find that if i turn the knob … --- ## [2006 Honda Accord needs brake shop in Peninsula-Bay Area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-needs-brake-shop-in-peninsula-bay-area/138346)
**Author:** [@DeniceTrent](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeniceTrent)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-needs-brake-shop-in-peninsula-bay-area/138346 "2019-04-12T15:25:34Z")
Looking for someone who works on Honda brakes in peninsula-bay area. palo alto, redwood city, mtv view,etc. thank you --- ## [Vw MK4 Bora 1.9 TDI ALH ticking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-mk4-bora-1-9-tdi-alh-ticking-sound/138374)
**Author:** [@tudy.tudy88\_150674](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tudy.tudy88_150674)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-mk4-bora-1-9-tdi-alh-ticking-sound/138374 "2019-04-12T15:15:23Z")
Hello everyone, I have a problem with my Bora MK4 1.9 TDI. The problem is a ticking sound coming from the engine bay. The ticking intensify with rpm . It is present both when the vehicle is not moving or moving. The ti… --- ## [2010 Chrysler Sebring convertible top won't latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-sebring-convertible-top-wont-latch/138322)
**Author:** [@LoyRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoyRussell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-sebring-convertible-top-wont-latch/138322 "2019-04-11T16:47:22Z")
convertible top will not latch, when you try to lower it, gets a message saying convertible top malfunction. It closed up, but now the top latch will not latch. I replaced the motor, and checked all the fused, nothing h… --- ## [Anybody have water leak problems with their 2008 Ford Mustang?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-have-water-leak-problems-with-their-2008-ford-mustang/138357)
**Author:** [@ThomasScott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasScott)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-have-water-leak-problems-with-their-2008-ford-mustang/138357 "2019-04-12T12:30:27Z")
I’m considering buying a 2008 Mustang GT convertible CS with 60,000 miles. Has anyone with a similar model had a water leak issues? --- ## [A/C Not Working - Kia Sorento](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-not-working-kia-sorento/138364)
**Author:** [@jkugler76\_150675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkugler76_150675)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 11:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-not-working-kia-sorento/138364 "2019-04-12T11:26:48Z")
I have a 2012 Kia Sorento EX. The A/C does not work, only blows warm air. The compressor and clutch are continuously engaged. This is the case whether I have the A/C turned on or not. It just never cycles off at any … --- ## [All cylinders misfiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-cylinders-misfiring/137815)
**Author:** [@markberken\_150321](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markberken_150321)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 9:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-cylinders-misfiring/137815 "2019-04-12T09:34:54Z")
So I had decided to check my spark plugs a few weeks ago and realized that they were all the original ones from 2001. I ordered 8 more from FCPEuro and turns out that they gave me the wrong ones. I had put all 8 in and s… --- ## [Replacing a Honda 2012 CRV-EXL Driver Door. Is it possible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-honda-2012-crv-exl-driver-door-is-it-possible/138348)
**Author:** [@boumam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boumam)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-honda-2012-crv-exl-driver-door-is-it-possible/138348 "2019-04-12T05:38:05Z")
I am wondering if it is possible to find a driver side door and replace the whole door on my own with the help of a few family members. We have a full shop of tools and lifts to use, as we restore older cars as a hobby. … --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Cruze persistent oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-persistent-oil-leak/138283)
**Author:** [@foster56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/foster56)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-persistent-oil-leak/138283 "2019-04-12T03:53:56Z")
cannot seem to fix oil leak i had it in the shop 5 time --- ## [5.4L f150 dead cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-4l-f150-dead-cylinder/138337)
**Author:** [@Scott\_Tansino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scott_Tansino)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2019, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-4l-f150-dead-cylinder/138337 "2019-04-12T03:35:19Z")
Hey guys! Was wondering if since my #6 cylinder is dead.A: do I need a new motor, or.B: could it be repaired? Does the repair or new motor out weigh each other in cost? TIA --- ## [2004 Nissan 350Z AC knobs don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-350z-ac-knobs-dont-work/138320)
**Author:** [@Kyle02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kyle02)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-350z-ac-knobs-dont-work/138320 "2019-04-11T21:59:37Z")
My air is on full blast as soon as I turn on the car. And none of the ac knobs work. I had to disconnect the wire from the ac module to make it stop. Not sure of the probleme --- ## [2014 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive won't charge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-smart-fortwo-electric-drive-wont-charge/138330)
**Author:** [@joeffrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joeffrey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-smart-fortwo-electric-drive-wont-charge/138330 "2019-04-11T20:20:59Z")
the car is not charging there’s a mulfunction noted on the display my battery shows totaly drained on the display wish someone give me solution on this issue --- ## [2015 Toyota Sequoia audio/nav system freezes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-sequoia-audio-nav-system-freezes/138318)
**Author:** [@AndyH51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndyH51)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-sequoia-audio-nav-system-freezes/138318 "2019-04-11T19:17:35Z")
The audio and Nav system often freezes and then restarts or has to be restarted by holding in the power button. Happens when listen to radio, rear seat DVD or bluetooth. --- ## [Belt Squealing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-squealing/138303)
**Author:** [@Zachary\_Montez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zachary_Montez)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-squealing/138303 "2019-04-11T19:14:31Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla S and recently I had the serpentine belt replaced. Now it makes a loud squealing sound when I start it, but goes away when I go in reverse. Also it doesn’t do this every time I start it, ju… --- ## [2009 Cadillac CTS - crank delay after fill-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-cadillac-cts-crank-delay-after-fill-up/138300)
**Author:** [@teresahoward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teresahoward)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-cadillac-cts-crank-delay-after-fill-up/138300 "2019-04-11T19:04:23Z")
why dose my car delay cranking after pumping gas --- ## [2017 Nissan Altima loses power going uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-loses-power-going-uphill/138277)
**Author:** [@Emily52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emily52)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-loses-power-going-uphill/138277 "2019-04-11T18:39:20Z")
When pulling away from a traffic light, my car loses power, as if it isn’t getting gas to the engine (my best guess). Worse when going from a stop facing uphill. What’s the cause? --- ## [2013 Buick Verano - preventing stuck keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-verano-preventing-stuck-keys/138326)
**Author:** [@L.Hancock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/L.Hancock)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-verano-preventing-stuck-keys/138326 "2019-04-11T17:31:52Z")
Two days ago I tried to park my Buick verano 2013. when I tried to remove the keys but they were stuck. Could not remove them at all!! Have this problem shown up before? How is it repaired? What do I need to do to k… --- ## [2011 Honda CR-V P0304 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-p0304-code/138286)
**Author:** [@HalRaymond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HalRaymond)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-p0304-code/138286 "2019-04-11T15:14:16Z")
Po304 2011 Honda CRV --- ## [Air conditioning service issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-service-issue/138298)
**Author:** [@Gar\_J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gar_J)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-service-issue/138298 "2019-04-11T16:18:03Z")
Hey all. New here so hope you don’t mind me asking for a little advice. I’ve got a Mazda CX-9 (2009) and it had a full service a couple of weeks ago, which included a coolant flush. The day after we got the car back, t… --- ## [2012 Porsche Cayenne needs mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-porsche-cayenne-needs-mechanic/138290)
**Author:** [@dave37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave37)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-porsche-cayenne-needs-mechanic/138290 "2019-04-11T16:13:49Z")
Need good mechanic to service two Porsches in Oshkosh area. --- ## [How do I get rid of a rodent?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-rid-of-a-rodent/138193)
**Author:** [@JanetDione](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanetDione)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-rid-of-a-rodent/138193 "2019-04-11T15:41:55Z")
It looks like a rodent has been living in our car and chomping at food. How do we get rid of it? --- ## [Leaking valve cover gaskets - how much to fix? (2009 Ford Escape)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-valve-cover-gaskets-how-much-to-fix-2009-ford-escape/138316)
**Author:** [@Tami47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tami47)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-valve-cover-gaskets-how-much-to-fix-2009-ford-escape/138316 "2019-04-11T15:00:58Z")
Valve cover gaskets are leaking how much is it to fix? --- ## [Radio code # for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-code-for-2002-mercedes-benz-slk-class/138220)
**Author:** [@CarlRoby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlRoby)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-code-for-2002-mercedes-benz-slk-class/138220 "2019-04-11T14:23:11Z")
what is the radio code number? --- ## [Car Maintenance Concerns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-maintenance-concerns/138223)
**Author:** [@ng8111\_150582](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ng8111_150582)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 10:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-maintenance-concerns/138223 "2019-04-11T10:13:26Z")
My wife and I both have cars that are over 100,000 miles. My car is a 2014 Subaru Impreza purchased in August of 2014 that now has 114,500 miles on it with 300 miles of test drives on it at the time. My wife has 105,000 … --- ## [Whistling 2000 Jeep Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-2000-jeep-cherokee/138273)
**Author:** [@RoyceSchlueter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoyceSchlueter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-2000-jeep-cherokee/138273 "2019-04-11T04:43:48Z")
My Jeep has a high pitch whistle coming from the engine that comes and goes. Seems to go away when accelerating and comes back when coasting or idling. Doesn’t do it all the time. Thanks --- ## [2004 Dodge Grand Caravan - valve covers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-grand-caravan-valve-covers/138296)
**Author:** [@Vinny21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vinny21)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2019, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-grand-caravan-valve-covers/138296 "2019-04-11T03:06:55Z")
I just had to replace the valve cover gaskets in my 2004 Grand Caravan with 162K miles. Imagine my surprise when the mechanic informed me that the 3.8 liter engine had 1 steel cover and 1 plastic cover. Has anyone else s… --- ## [Car vibrating when wheel is at 1:00 position, done everything we can think of](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-vibrating-when-wheel-is-at-1-00-position-done-everything-we-can-think-of/138175)
**Author:** [@Stacey\_Dugan-Hoyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stacey_Dugan-Hoyle)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2019, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-vibrating-when-wheel-is-at-1-00-position-done-everything-we-can-think-of/138175 "2019-04-10T22:41:05Z")
2005 Chrysler 300 is seriously vibrating when the steering wheel is at the 1:00 position. Does it between the speeds of 47-80 only. Can hear it at lower speeds but quite obvious once it hits 47. Not sure if it’s related … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=637) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=639)