# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=664 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 665 --- ## [Squeaky brakes in 2011 Buick Lucerne](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-brakes-in-2011-buick-lucerne/135922)
**Author:** [@Bessie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bessie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaky-brakes-in-2011-buick-lucerne/135922 "2019-03-06T19:22:31Z")
Could brake pedal squeaking indicate power brake could fail? --- ## [2007 Chrysler Town & Country transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-town-country-transmission/135916)
**Author:** [@AutumnLee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AutumnLee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-town-country-transmission/135916 "2019-03-06T19:17:29Z")
I have a 2007 town and county mini van I have been having transmission problems I have to start my van and let it sit for awhile and let it heat up before I can drive it if I don’t the transmission slips do I need a new … --- ## [1997 Honda Accord rebuilt transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-accord-rebuilt-transmission/135911)
**Author:** [@Musa25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Musa25)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-accord-rebuilt-transmission/135911 "2019-03-06T14:23:25Z")
Hi, I recently had my 97 accord transmission replaced with a rebuilt one and immediately noticed that the RPMs are higher than with the old transmission for equivalent speeds. I used to hit 60mph with sub 3000 rpm but … --- ## [2012 Toyota 4Runner - Pressure in tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-4runner-pressure-in-tires/135790)
**Author:** [@CharlesRollman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesRollman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-4runner-pressure-in-tires/135790 "2019-03-06T18:54:38Z")
I live in Colorado Springs at 6600ft elevation. I was surprised when I discovered that the local tire repair shop had set tire pressure in my wife’s 2012 4Runner to 40psi. The rating plate calls for 32psi. When I aske… --- ## [My vw is leaking gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-vw-is-leaking-gas/135874)
**Author:** [@dylanbaker12300\_149058](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dylanbaker12300_149058)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-vw-is-leaking-gas/135874 "2019-03-06T17:24:00Z")
So i have a VW 92 golf gti 1.8 8v that is leaking gas I replaced my presue regulator already and then checked all of my electrical connections. When i go to start my car it cranks then i see gas dump out of my exhaust … --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Captiva Sport - Stuff stopped working - Fuse?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-captiva-sport-stuff-stopped-working-fuse/135920)
**Author:** [@tom19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-captiva-sport-stuff-stopped-working-fuse/135920 "2019-03-06T15:03:53Z")
heater blower and heated seats not working both stopped at the same time fuses ok relay ok ??? --- ## [Any radiator caps made in USA?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-radiator-caps-made-in-usa/135505)
**Author:** [@Mary26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary26)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-radiator-caps-made-in-usa/135505 "2019-03-06T14:52:35Z")
What brands / manufacturers make a “standard” radiator cap as a replacement part that is made in the USA? I need to replace my radiator cap (standard car - Nissan Altima 3.5 SE, 6-cyl), but I am interested in replacing … --- ## [Don't top off brake fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-top-off-brake-fluid/69974)
**Author:** [@AKCarol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AKCarol)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-top-off-brake-fluid/69974 "2019-03-06T14:48:45Z")
I took my car into a nation-wide car shop for its 30,000 mile maintenance (can't take it to the dealer, as the dealership folded 3 yrs ago). It was noted that the brake fluid was low when I got the car back. I asked why … --- ## [2016 Cadillac Escalade - Vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-escalade-vibration/135914)
**Author:** [@Alfred12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alfred12)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-escalade-vibration/135914 "2019-03-06T14:36:13Z")
Vibration when driving on a highway,its been like this for a while now,sometimes embarrassing. --- ## [2006 Dodge Charger - Black soot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-charger-black-soot/135903)
**Author:** [@Franklin53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Franklin53)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-charger-black-soot/135903 "2019-03-06T14:20:44Z")
What does black soot inside your tailpipe come from? --- ## [2013 Dodge Dart - Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-dart-battery-drain/135848)
**Author:** [@joecourtney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joecourtney)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-dart-battery-drain/135848 "2019-03-06T13:28:03Z")
What could be causing my battery to drain? It is less than 2 years old and it has gone dead 3 times within the last month. No I do not believe it is the cold weather as we have had an above normal winter. Only once did t… --- ## [1997 Dodge Ram 1500 - Coolant spraying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-coolant-spraying/135907)
**Author:** [@jones29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jones29)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-dodge-ram-1500-coolant-spraying/135907 "2019-03-06T11:59:06Z")
suddenly while idling started coolant spraying looked at my 97 owners manual for reference just recently purchased antifreeze as recommended…not been added yet…thinking to add to tank on fender have not yet…got to check … --- ## [1983 Toyota Corolla - Fans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-toyota-corolla-fans/135909)
**Author:** [@Sean55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sean55)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 11:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-toyota-corolla-fans/135909 "2019-03-06T11:38:08Z")
I just want to know. Why did my radiator fan motor didnt operates when the thermostat open up? Mine use the electric fan instead of fan clutch. I’ve clean, changed the waterpump, relays, new wiring and sensor, fan switch… --- ## [2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT - What are we missing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-trailblazer-ext-what-are-we-missing/135192)
**Author:** [@JosephAldridge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JosephAldridge)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 10:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-trailblazer-ext-what-are-we-missing/135192 "2019-03-06T10:33:04Z")
Car ran well in warm Texas weather. \\When cold came, car would shudder so bad seemed would come off its blocks. Turn off, restart, run a bit, runs OK, but check-engine light on and throws ‘lean’ code (making fuel too ric… --- ## [2017 Toyota Yaris- TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-yaris-tpms/135868)
**Author:** [@KaAl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KaAl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 8:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-yaris-tpms/135868 "2019-03-06T08:31:53Z")
My tire pressure warning light came on in my 2017 Yaris ia. The tire pressure in each tire was 30 vs 36 (33 rear). I filled the tires today and the light stayed on. I turned off the light. If there still was a problem wo… --- ## [2017 Kia Optima - Range](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-optima-range/135880)
**Author:** [@GUILA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GUILA)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-kia-optima-range/135880 "2019-03-06T04:14:39Z")
I put gas in my car and it read 388 miles fuel range. I drove 4.5 miles to home and it read 377. Started my car up for work this morning and it read 376. This is the second time this has happened and will be the second… --- ## [Trans help pls!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-help-pls/135889)
**Author:** [@Timothy\_Miller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Timothy_Miller)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-help-pls/135889 "2019-03-06T03:43:50Z")
On a 2007 Ford Mustang v6. The tranny is the 5r55s. I had problems before with my transmission clutch converter solenoid, the trans light came on and the code said that. I got 3 quarts changed on my tranny and it went aw… --- ## [What Tool should I get for husband](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-should-i-get-for-husband/135830)
**Author:** [@Meg\_Duggan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Meg_Duggan)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-should-i-get-for-husband/135830 "2019-03-06T01:38:14Z")
I am thinking of buying a mini induction heater aka “bolt buster” OR an impact wrench for husband’s birthday. I can only pick one wondering if anyone had any thoughts about getting one vs the other? --- ## [Help 😂 she’s givin me trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-she-s-givin-me-trouble/135882)
**Author:** [@ras7y\_149064](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ras7y_149064)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-she-s-givin-me-trouble/135882 "2019-03-06T00:53:48Z")
G’day Guys My daily is a 2001 Hyundai Accent and i’ve been having problems with it lately. For starters when its cold she’ll start up and die straight up and wont restart, again when im driving it’ll just give up and di… --- ## [Mazda Engine Bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-engine-bolt/135746)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2019, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-engine-bolt/135746 "2019-03-06T00:25:15Z")
Is the bolt in this picture OK? should something be attached to it? --- ## [2019 Nissan Pathfinder - Best Oil strategy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-pathfinder-best-oil-strategy/135863)
**Author:** [@JohnnyChastain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnnyChastain)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-pathfinder-best-oil-strategy/135863 "2019-03-05T23:23:31Z")
2019 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5L. Just got this new car. What is your recommendation on the oil. I believe based on what I have heard on a local radio show here in sunny Orlando Fl. that the 0W-20 weight oil from the dealers… --- ## [Stuck in 1st gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-in-1st-gear/135873)
**Author:** [@strtxpressions\_149057](https://community.cartalk.com/u/strtxpressions_149057)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-in-1st-gear/135873 "2019-03-05T22:54:15Z")
I have a 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder, a couple days ago I went to shift into neutral to pull into a spot and it stalled. I started it back up realizing it is still in first. After playing around with it I found that … --- ## [Rustproofing 2017 Chrysler Pacifica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustproofing-2017-chrysler-pacifica/135804)
**Author:** [@JoeBianco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeBianco)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustproofing-2017-chrysler-pacifica/135804 "2019-03-05T22:03:16Z")
Dear Car Talk, Between May and September, I live little cottage about 200 yards from the ocean. I would like to protect the under carriage and engine of my 2017 Chrysler Pacifica from the salt air. Would I do any harm b… --- ## [Purchasing wheels from junkyard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-wheels-from-junkyard/135134)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-wheels-from-junkyard/135134 "2019-03-05T21:36:45Z")
I just left the car (2006 Sentra 1.8S) at the mechanic for rotors and pads replacement. He noted the dents on the wheels. We must have hit potholes, that’s the only possibility. Only one wheel has a major dent, the other… --- ## [2014 ford focus mystery hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-focus-mystery-hose/135866)
**Author:** [@Krobin6937](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krobin6937)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-focus-mystery-hose/135866 "2019-03-05T21:21:47Z")
I just bought this car and ive fixed a few problems ready but theres a hose and i have no idea what its connected to but the other end isnt connected to anything. I can upload better pictures if needed. Just need to know… --- ## [Drive Side Dent on Wheel Arch ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-side-dent-on-wheel-arch/135839)
**Author:** [@Frank\_Warren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frank_Warren)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-side-dent-on-wheel-arch/135839 "2019-03-05T20:24:02Z")
Hey guys, first post here (apologies if it needs to be in a different sub-forum). I recently dented the DS wheel arch and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on getting it out myself? Thanks in advance. --- ## [Rear driver tire fish tailing after new strut installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-driver-tire-fish-tailing-after-new-strut-installation/135785)
**Author:** [@Lauren\_Davis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lauren_Davis)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-driver-tire-fish-tailing-after-new-strut-installation/135785 "2019-03-05T20:05:44Z")
07 Honda crv, 200,000+ miles, back struts bad for several months. Replaced back driver’s side first, now the tire fish tails at various mph. Checked and made sure everything was nice and tight. Puzzled as to what it may … --- ## [Resetting backup camera - 2012 Hyundai Veloster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resetting-backup-camera-2012-hyundai-veloster/135834)
**Author:** [@LarryTuck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryTuck)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resetting-backup-camera-2012-hyundai-veloster/135834 "2019-03-05T18:49:40Z")
How do I reset my backup camera after replacing battery? --- ## [2006 Suzuki Forenza - Runs great around town, overheats on highway after about 5 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-suzuki-forenza-runs-great-around-town-overheats-on-highway-after-about-5-miles/91046)
**Author:** [@KendallB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KendallB)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-suzuki-forenza-runs-great-around-town-overheats-on-highway-after-about-5-miles/91046 "2019-03-05T18:07:34Z")
2006 Suzuki Forenza with (GM/Daewoo) 2.0 I-4 ~150,000 mi - always maintained well - have owned since new. Timing Belt broke last year (Fall 2014) I installed new Timing Belt Kit, Water Pump, Idlers, Oil Pump, FelPro Head… --- ## [Noisy 2009 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-2009-toyota-corolla/135825)
**Author:** [@NasimBaig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NasimBaig)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2019, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-2009-toyota-corolla/135825 "2019-03-05T17:05:20Z")
My 2009 Corolla has aprox 90,000 miles. It has recently started making a noise when I start it up. It is usually when it has been sitting overnight, or for a long period of time. I know someone with the same car, and her… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=663) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=665)