# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=647 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 648 --- ## [Radio light is out - 2004 Pontiac Grand Am](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-light-is-out-2004-pontiac-grand-am/137468)
**Author:** [@Young17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Young17)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-light-is-out-2004-pontiac-grand-am/137468 "2019-03-29T15:12:25Z")
The radio light is out. How do I fix it? Doesn’t seem to be a fuse. --- ## [2006 Pontiac Vibe brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-vibe-brakes/137091)
**Author:** [@MARIECARBONE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MARIECARBONE)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-vibe-brakes/137091 "2019-03-29T14:29:24Z")
We are having trouble with the brakes.Local mechanic found nothing wrong. Dealership replaced front & rear sway bars. They also said brakes looked good. We still have a problem when pushing down slowly on brakes–there … --- ## [2006 Hyundai Elantra GT - Electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-gt-electrical-issues/137388)
**Author:** [@jamesreynolds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesreynolds)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-gt-electrical-issues/137388 "2019-03-29T14:15:40Z")
constant electrical issues, battery is always dead Replaced battery and problem continues. Has something to do with interior lights. --- ## [Axle nut sticking out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/axle-nut-sticking-out/137366)
**Author:** [@172slcs\_150026](https://community.cartalk.com/u/172slcs_150026)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/axle-nut-sticking-out/137366 "2019-03-29T13:52:48Z")
I removed the front left knuckle assembly and took it to an auto shop to have a new bearing pressed in. I installed everything and also did the tie rod and ball joint on my own. The axle nut does not go in as far in as t… --- ## [Tire damage cause?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-damage-cause/137122)
**Author:** [@mercury07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mercury07)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-damage-cause/137122 "2019-03-29T13:38:50Z")
I had a flat tire while driving on the highway, tire on the driver’s side, the damage was on the inside of the tire and the top, see photos- I did not drive over or hit anything before it went flat. The wear on the rest … --- ## [2011 Nissan Rogue - Code - where is it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-rogue-code-where-is-it/137325)
**Author:** [@Tsukasa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tsukasa)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-rogue-code-where-is-it/137325 "2019-03-29T13:22:20Z")
Check engine lite come on. how to find code # because not have connection for tester. --- ## [2004 Ford F-150 - 5X5 Alarm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f-150-5x5-alarm/137335)
**Author:** [@JohnBurnett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnBurnett)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f-150-5x5-alarm/137335 "2019-03-29T13:21:48Z")
I have a 5 by 5 alarm that goes off in my 2004 F150 that was wrecked in the front end and I assume has something to do with the airbags --- ## [2010 Lincoln MKX singing noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkx-singing-noise/137452)
**Author:** [@LEIANNAROUP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LEIANNAROUP)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 11:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkx-singing-noise/137452 "2019-03-29T11:31:06Z")
Upon acceleration, engine makes singing sound --- ## [2015 BMW X5 - Sticky buttons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-x5-sticky-buttons/137423)
**Author:** [@Paul121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul121)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 11:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-x5-sticky-buttons/137423 "2019-03-29T11:20:33Z")
How do I rejuvenate sticking or slow control buttons in my car --- ## [Anybody having heating system issues? 2019 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-having-heating-system-issues-2019-honda-cr-v/137447)
**Author:** [@Michael840Sheehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael840Sheehan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 11:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-having-heating-system-issues-2019-honda-cr-v/137447 "2019-03-29T11:08:05Z")
Have you had problems with the 2019 Honda CRV concerning the haeting system? --- ## [2009 International CXT - water in the power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-international-cxt-water-in-the-power-steering/137456)
**Author:** [@ZIN15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZIN15)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 10:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-international-cxt-water-in-the-power-steering/137456 "2019-03-29T10:43:03Z")
My Stupid brother added water in my perodua Alza power steering system and all the oil is gone and I have no idea what to do --- ## [Tail light won’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tail-light-won-t-work/137034)
**Author:** [@soniamorasanchez\_149818](https://community.cartalk.com/u/soniamorasanchez_149818)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tail-light-won-t-work/137034 "2019-03-29T07:07:21Z")
My 2006 Chrysler Town & Country decided the right tail light (turn signal) would stop working. We changed the bulb right away and it still wouldn’t turn on. We switched the bottom socket into the top socket and Nothing. … --- ## [1997 Toyota RAV4 - Door won't open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-door-wont-open/137386)
**Author:** [@LauraMorey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauraMorey)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 3:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-door-wont-open/137386 "2019-03-29T03:51:20Z")
My old RAV4 driver-side door isn’t opening (won’t unlock, interior lock won’t move beyond a slight twitch when lock switch activated, exterior handle, when pulled up doesn’t feel like there’s any resistance). I’m pretty … --- ## [Lacquer Thinner and Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lacquer-thinner-and-catalytic-converter/64624)
**Author:** [@js7b](https://community.cartalk.com/u/js7b)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lacquer-thinner-and-catalytic-converter/64624 "2019-03-29T03:36:26Z")
Is it safe to clean your catalytic converter by pouring some lacquer thinner in your gas tank and running the engine for about 150 miles as Scotty Kilmer suggests in this video? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5icTmYItwiE … --- ## [Chrysler PT Cruiser - Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pt-cruiser-engine/137431)
**Author:** [@Kathy15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy15)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pt-cruiser-engine/137431 "2019-03-29T03:34:01Z")
Engine came on but some time when daughter use one store kind of gas plus it shack really at times. The oil light came off n on. She was drivr it down the highway she said it start make noise so tho it may need some oil … --- ## [2016 Volvo XC90 - Coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volvo-xc90-coolant/137354)
**Author:** [@michelle14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michelle14)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-volvo-xc90-coolant/137354 "2019-03-29T02:50:52Z")
My dash light went off yesterday “hot engine,safely stop”, then “Coolant system repair” alert I brought it to my dealership who diagnosed it as a loose coolant cap . It should have been locked but wasnt. I never touc… --- ## [2006 Mercury Milan - Dependable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-milan-dependable/137429)
**Author:** [@RayJohnathan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RayJohnathan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-milan-dependable/137429 "2019-03-29T02:39:56Z")
Hello, had a question about the a 2006 mercury milan, is it a dependable car and since it is a discontinued brand would parts and repair be hard to obtain for this car. Any help and advice will be greatly appreciated. --- ## [2016 Buick Encore - Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-lights/137393)
**Author:** [@wolfsusan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolfsusan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-lights/137393 "2019-03-29T01:06:21Z")
just bought a 2016 buick encore. used car. last night first night to drive needing headlights. i was struggling to see a good distance in front of me, they do not light far enough ahead. i kept asking my passenger , can … --- ## [2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport - Help- Radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-sport-help-radiator/137406)
**Author:** [@Vic18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vic18)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-isuzu-rodeo-sport-help-radiator/137406 "2019-03-29T01:04:44Z")
I put water in the radiator to the top and start the engine on and the water gushes up to the open radiator. Eventually overheating after the cap has been placed on there. And it keeps popping the radiator hose off the r… --- ## [2003 Honda Civic - accidental diesel in tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-accidental-diesel-in-tank/137378)
**Author:** [@FrancesG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrancesG)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2019, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-accidental-diesel-in-tank/137378 "2019-03-29T00:52:15Z")
I accidentally put $20 diesel in my 2003 Honda Civic today. I’m very worried about it not running tomorrow or it just stopping and it being pricey to fix. First time thus has happened. Should it be ok or do I bring it to… --- ## [2003 Toyota Camry - low RPM on idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-low-rpm-on-idle/137384)
**Author:** [@anthony.peruma\_150035](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anthony.peruma_150035)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-low-rpm-on-idle/137384 "2019-03-28T23:53:28Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Camry. I recently noticed that, when on idle, the RPM drop below 1. The attached photo shows the exact value. I’m not all that knowledgeable with the internal working of vehicles, so I want to know … --- ## [2003 Toyota 4Runner - Knock sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-4runner-knock-sensor/137390)
**Author:** [@DeborahByrd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeborahByrd)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-4runner-knock-sensor/137390 "2019-03-28T23:01:16Z")
I have a 2003 4Runner with 209,000 my mechanic says it needs a knock sensor. Is this worth replacing at $2500.00!! --- ## [2018 Subaru Forester - Oil change timing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-forester-oil-change-timing/136737)
**Author:** [@ErnieCarlson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ErnieCarlson)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-forester-oil-change-timing/136737 "2019-03-28T22:40:40Z")
Time and/distance between oil changes for Subaru? --- ## [Re-edited and now deleted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-edited-and-now-deleted/137397)
**Author:** [@hillarhee\_150043](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hillarhee_150043)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-edited-and-now-deleted/137397 "2019-03-28T22:20:59Z")
I received all the answers and responses I was looking for! Thank you sincerely to everybody who responded and offered advice. I appreciate it very much. --- ## [2013 Subaru Outback - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-subaru-outback-starting-issues/137425)
**Author:** [@LarryWise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryWise)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-subaru-outback-starting-issues/137425 "2019-03-28T21:58:33Z")
car has issues starting about 40% of the time, usually in the morning and after is sits about 6 hrs. If it was a really old car (like me) I would look to the carborater or fuel pump. It turns over great, it just seems … --- ## [2017 Nissan Altima - Avoid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-avoid/137268)
**Author:** [@Aaronswells](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aaronswells)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-avoid/137268 "2019-03-28T21:58:28Z")
Looking to buy a 2017 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL, 42000 miles. I keep hearing opposing opinions on this car/brand. Should I avoid this brand, or is the car worth the money? --- ## [2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - P0456](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-p0456/137412)
**Author:** [@Natalie59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Natalie59)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-p0456/137412 "2019-03-28T20:49:13Z")
My jeep failed inspection, it has a P0456 code - small Evap leak. It’s not the gas cap, got a smoke test but didn’t show any leaks. They said oil leak… Any idea what else could solve this problem? Help!! --- ## [1982 Chevrolet 2500 - How to clean fuel cell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-chevrolet-2500-how-to-clean-fuel-cell/137376)
**Author:** [@Mark16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark16)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 10:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-chevrolet-2500-how-to-clean-fuel-cell/137376 "2019-03-28T10:55:37Z")
So I have a 98 gallon fuel cell that was used as diesel cell but I want to use it for gasoline how would I clean it out? I’m going to run it in 82 Chevy with a 454 engine --- ## [Volkswagen jetta 2004 not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-jetta-2004-not-starting/137410)
**Author:** [@elijahcastillo48\_150051](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elijahcastillo48_150051)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-jetta-2004-not-starting/137410 "2019-03-28T20:26:26Z")
Hi, so i own a VW jetta 2004 2.0 non turbo i had it for about a month then when the super cold temperatures hit i started to get starting problems at first we thought it was just natural cold, we used starting fluid and … --- ## [Enclave timing cover gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/enclave-timing-cover-gasket/136381)
**Author:** [@Mcduffer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mcduffer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2019, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/enclave-timing-cover-gasket/136381 "2019-03-28T19:15:48Z")
6 months ago A friend with a 2013 Buick Enclave was told by the Buick dealer that he needed a timing cover gasket to the tune of $2600.00. It had developed a small leak. They ended up selling him a new Enclave! Today t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=646) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=648)