# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=682 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 683 --- ## [Okay to use 3M Weatherstrip seal for Valve Cover Half Moon Seals?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/okay-to-use-3m-weatherstrip-seal-for-valve-cover-half-moon-seals/134196)
**Author:** [@marvin5881\_148017](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marvin5881_148017)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/okay-to-use-3m-weatherstrip-seal-for-valve-cover-half-moon-seals/134196 "2019-02-09T14:40:57Z")
I have some half moon seals where the valve cover attaches into the engine. I’ve seen in some videos that you’re supposed to take them off and reapply some silicon to it. Would 3M weatherstripping suffice? (https://www.a… --- ## [04 Ford escape 6cyl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-escape-6cyl/134229)
**Author:** [@Handygoober](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Handygoober)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-ford-escape-6cyl/134229 "2019-02-09T14:26:38Z")
I have a for escape 04 with an intermittent battery light… Nothing special occurred before or after except a 5 yr old battery replacement. But it is still blinking on then after a time it goes off. Should i do the dead s… --- ## [2001 Lexus IS 300 - trac/ABS/airbag lights are blinking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lexus-is-300-trac-abs-airbag-lights-are-blinking/134258)
**Author:** [@Krissaints](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krissaints)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lexus-is-300-trac-abs-airbag-lights-are-blinking/134258 "2019-02-09T14:12:42Z")
Doea anyone know why my trac and abs lights keep on blinking alont with the airbag light also the parking brake light stays on constantly even if the ebrake is not in use not sure what is going on --- ## [2013 Chevy Malibu start issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevy-malibu-start-issue/134129)
**Author:** [@sanchezh349\_147966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sanchezh349_147966)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevy-malibu-start-issue/134129 "2019-02-09T13:31:37Z")
Hello, Today I had some issue where I parked my car, and then turned it off and then for some reason when I came back the remote would not unlock the car. I had to use the physical key to open the door. Then I noticed t… --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Check engine, gasoline in charcoal canister, but why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-check-engine-gasoline-in-charcoal-canister-but-why/134182)
**Author:** [@Chris\_Ambrose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris_Ambrose)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-check-engine-gasoline-in-charcoal-canister-but-why/134182 "2019-02-09T12:00:27Z")
I have a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid with 4000 miles that one morning this week had an engine sputter (as if the engine was missing somewhat) immediately after starting and 20 minutes of driving later had the Check Eng… --- ## [Maintenance of drum brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-of-drum-brakes/134180)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 10:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenance-of-drum-brakes/134180 "2019-02-09T10:25:14Z")
How does one maintain the drum brakes? For Disc brakes, one changes the rotor and the pads regularly. The drum brakes have shoes. How often do they need a replacement? Is there anything else that needs servicing? I do n… --- ## [Changing transmissions from auto to manual in Mazda 6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-transmissions-from-auto-to-manual-in-mazda-6/45685)
**Author:** [@TDVXVI](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TDVXVI)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-transmissions-from-auto-to-manual-in-mazda-6/45685 "2019-02-09T05:16:30Z")
I'm about to change the engine in my '03 Mazda 6 due to what is apparently a slipped timing chain which has, in turn, probably caused valve damage. The new engine has a perfectly good 5 speed transmission with it and sin… --- ## [When to change struts on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-change-struts-on-2003-hyundai-santa-fe/134221)
**Author:** [@CharlesWeigl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesWeigl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-change-struts-on-2003-hyundai-santa-fe/134221 "2019-02-09T04:56:14Z")
Still running well - had to replace 8 year old tires - wife does not drive much with home business. How should I determine when front struts are ready to change out (miles 72,000 - 3.5L engine - solid). --- ## [Shaking when turning wheel to the right while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-when-turning-wheel-to-the-right-while-driving/134242)
**Author:** [@smtsmom.ss\_148052](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smtsmom.ss_148052)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2019, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-when-turning-wheel-to-the-right-while-driving/134242 "2019-02-09T04:36:38Z")
When I’m driving over 50 mph and going around the slightest curve to the right, my car shakes really bad. It feels like the car is about to fall apart. Turning to the left, there’s no problem. Help! --- ## [2011 Ford Edge brake mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-brake-mystery/134224)
**Author:** [@Christian54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christian54)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-brake-mystery/134224 "2019-02-08T23:47:20Z")
I own a 2011 Ford Edge and I’m having an extremely dangerous brake problem. Occasionally the brake pedal goes to the floorboard and doesn’t stop the vehicle. I have taken the Edge to a Ford Garage and Firestone several t… --- ## [1998 Lincoln Town Car - Needs an oil pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lincoln-town-car-needs-an-oil-pan/129733)
**Author:** [@ReginalEStinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ReginalEStinson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lincoln-town-car-needs-an-oil-pan/129733 "2019-02-08T22:45:22Z")
How do I change my oil pan? --- ## [Does replacing a piston cause future engine problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-replacing-a-piston-cause-future-engine-problems/134232)
**Author:** [@BarbaraLee33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarbaraLee33)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-replacing-a-piston-cause-future-engine-problems/134232 "2019-02-08T22:16:59Z")
2017 Encore having one piston replaced. Can this result in future piston/engine problems. 8000. miles --- ## [02 volvo question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-volvo-question/133667)
**Author:** [@Jafepf\_144731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jafepf_144731)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-volvo-question/133667 "2019-02-08T21:08:02Z")
I have a Volvo s60 it is a 2002, had problems with the throttle body and needed to replace it. Was told by the dealer they would not reprogram a used throttle body. The dealer said the throttle body would cost $1,000 Plu… --- ## ['Marketplace' (the radio show), on the high cost of fixing new cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-the-radio-show-on-the-high-cost-of-fixing-new-cars/133729)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-the-radio-show-on-the-high-cost-of-fixing-new-cars/133729 "2019-02-08T20:20:06Z")
Marketplace, the radio show, reported a story on the expense of fixing new cars, especially the front collision detectors embedded in the windshield. http://download.stream.publicradio.org/podcast/marketplace/segments/2… --- ## [Tire rotation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/57340)
**Author:** [@steve32459](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve32459)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/57340 "2019-02-08T20:12:23Z")
I just bought a 2006 Mazda MX5 from a dealer. The tires are in mint condition but I wonder about tire rotation. I have no idea if the previous owner ever rotated and I've heard horror stories about rotating after waiting… --- ## [2012 GMC Terrain - Am I alone?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-am-i-alone/134119)
**Author:** [@Kathy39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-am-i-alone/134119 "2019-02-08T19:43:08Z")
We had problems with our motor about 3 years ago, and it had to be basically rebuilt. Under warranty. Then a year ago the transmission went out at less than 80,000 miles I believe. It is in the shop again for having a sh… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Malibu power steering locks up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-power-steering-locks-up/134207)
**Author:** [@MimsAldridgeJr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MimsAldridgeJr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-power-steering-locks-up/134207 "2019-02-08T17:53:29Z")
2017 Malibu power steering locking up and i can’t control the car . If you shut it off and restart the car works fine . --- ## [2001 Ford Ranger - worth fixing the AC?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-ranger-worth-fixing-the-ac/123583)
**Author:** [@Dan52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan52)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-ranger-worth-fixing-the-ac/123583 "2019-02-08T17:49:13Z")
Our nonprofit has a 2001 Ford Ranger (about 150K mi.) that gradually lost cooling in the A/C system after multiple refills. A reputable shop in town said it was not worth fixing A/C on this old of a truck. Can you tell … --- ## [Power driver window not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-driver-window-not-working/134143)
**Author:** [@junmarborruel1\_147974](https://community.cartalk.com/u/junmarborruel1_147974)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-driver-window-not-working/134143 "2019-02-08T16:34:06Z")
Please help!! Window problem I have a 2007 328i coupe. I had trouble with my driver’s window not working going up and down. The driver switch for Windows , can’t work on passenger window, mirror adjustments, it’s like i… --- ## [Chevy 3.6vvt rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-3-6vvt-rattle/134088)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-3-6vvt-rattle/134088 "2019-02-08T15:18:33Z")
our company 2016 equinox w/3.6vvt motor and 80k miles has a noticeable timing chain noise. we are under warranty. dealer today said it is normal noise and they dont think it is an issue. they said we have a warranty till… --- ## [Are flushes really necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-flushes-really-necessary/133930)
**Author:** [@MarshaEthington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarshaEthington)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-flushes-really-necessary/133930 "2019-02-08T15:16:03Z")
Why are repair shops now advising car owners to get all the system’s flushed; as in the transmission, brakes, coolant, steering fluid, power, and steering fluid systems? My car is a 2009 Nissan Murano with 60,000 mile… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-replacement/134139)
**Author:** [@MaureenSullivan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaureenSullivan)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-replacement/134139 "2019-02-08T13:35:44Z")
Dear Car Talk, I need your expertise. I have a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ and thoroughly enjoy it. The problem is that things are starting to fall apart (somewhat like me) and costing small fortunes. I have been looking … --- ## [2012 Ford Ranger left blinker doesn’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-ranger-left-blinker-doesn-t-work/134198)
**Author:** [@Danny41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danny41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-ranger-left-blinker-doesn-t-work/134198 "2019-02-08T12:43:16Z")
left blinker and stop light dont work??y --- ## [Car misfires when wet outside?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfires-when-wet-outside/134120)
**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfires-when-wet-outside/134120 "2019-02-08T08:48:49Z")
2004 Kia amanti. Why does my car misfire when it’s raining and humid out? The misfire goes away after two minutes of driving but only when wet out. Whats the moisture getting into? Here’s an image of my windshield miss… --- ## [1991 Ford F150 worth fixing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-f150-worth-fixing/123586)
**Author:** [@Dan52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan52)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-f150-worth-fixing/123586 "2019-02-08T04:29:06Z")
Our nonprofit has a 1991 F-150 w/ dual fuel-tanks (164K mi.) which a friend inspected (he works on his own trucks & Fords) said has a bad starter and very low fuel pressure. Can you tell me if it’s even worth fixing th… --- ## [2016 Ford Escape - Makes a horrible noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-makes-a-horrible-noise/134158)
**Author:** [@Paula05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paula05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-makes-a-horrible-noise/134158 "2019-02-08T04:21:45Z")
The fan on the cooling system makes a horrible noise! --- ## [Acura MDX fan motor vibrating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-mdx-fan-motor-vibrating/132854)
**Author:** [@Sal21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sal21)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-mdx-fan-motor-vibrating/132854 "2019-02-08T04:18:54Z")
Has anyone had a problem with the fam motor making a very loud noise and even vibrating the car interior? I can feel the vibration in the front doors and the steering wheel. --- ## [2008 Buick Enclave hesitates when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-hesitates-when-accelerating/134176)
**Author:** [@Don17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don17)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-hesitates-when-accelerating/134176 "2019-02-08T03:13:44Z")
What to do about an engine hesitation on acceleration? --- ## [2016 Ford E350 engine suddenly turned off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-e350-engine-suddenly-turned-off/134172)
**Author:** [@david36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/david36)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-e350-engine-suddenly-turned-off/134172 "2019-02-08T03:07:48Z")
Engine has shut off on 2 separate occasions within past 3 weeks - no warning lights or sensor issues; it re-started quickly, and drove well after each episode, but no accounting for the sudden engine turn off. --- ## [Mercury Capri Skipping on Two Cylinders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-skipping-on-two-cylinders/134094)
**Author:** [@km4hr\_147946](https://community.cartalk.com/u/km4hr_147946)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-skipping-on-two-cylinders/134094 "2019-02-08T02:40:21Z")
My car started skipping on cylinders 1 and 4 so I replaced the plugs and wires. It made no difference. When I removed the plugs they were wet with gas, even though the spark seems very strong. Assuming I had leaking inje… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=681) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=683)