# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=683 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 684 --- ## [2005 Ford Focus electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-electrical-problem/134153)
**Author:** [@rhigham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhigham)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-electrical-problem/134153 "2019-02-07T21:17:24Z")
Ray I have a 2005 Ford Focus with about 100,000 miles. Problem: when I turn the key off, the dash lights remain on. At times the dash lights will start blinking when the car is running. Also, at times the speedometer … --- ## [2006 Honda Odyssey bad oil leak but all seals replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-bad-oil-leak-but-all-seals-replaced/134174)
**Author:** [@farm\_lama\_148001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/farm_lama_148001)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-bad-oil-leak-but-all-seals-replaced/134174 "2019-02-07T20:56:31Z")
My 2006 Honda Odyssey has been leaking oil for months. My mechanic has replaced every seal, tightened everything up, and replaced the pcv valve too. Each time I get it back a new oil leak appears. It is the oil leak that… --- ## [4WD not engaging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-not-engaging/134112)
**Author:** [@Ybaustin20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ybaustin20)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-not-engaging/134112 "2019-02-07T20:55:00Z")
Hello guys, ive seen a few of these posts but no resolutions to my specific parameters. I have an 88’ suburban im rebuilding. I just took it off roading this weekend, and have many questions, but first the details. I hav… --- ## [2008 Audi TT ABS EPS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-tt-abs-eps-light/134099)
**Author:** [@bryan46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bryan46)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-tt-abs-eps-light/134099 "2019-02-07T19:28:48Z")
I have 14,000 miles on my Audi and recently everytime I start it up a light flashes and beeps and says Default- ABS EPS. Dealer said it could be anything. He said come in and leave my wallet. ON line they say it sound li… --- ## [2012 Ford Explorer - Paint problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-explorer-paint-problems/134131)
**Author:** [@CarlHammett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlHammett)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-explorer-paint-problems/134131 "2019-02-07T18:37:08Z")
is anyone having problems with the hood of their car rusting/bubbling. Also, I had to replace my transmission at 94,000 miles. currently my power steering goes out. there is a recall on the power steering. I have a 2012 … --- ## [1994 Nissan Sentra No crank PLZ HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-nissan-sentra-no-crank-plz-help/134163)
**Author:** [@Dean\_Henrichs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dean_Henrichs)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-nissan-sentra-no-crank-plz-help/134163 "2019-02-07T17:41:33Z")
Hello, so my wife’s car(1994 Nissan Sentra) has had an intermittent starting issue. The car sometimes just wont crank at all. One relay clicks when the key is turnt but no other noises. This comes and goes but really onl… --- ## [2006 Pontiac G6 - Should I fix this?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-should-i-fix-this/134156)
**Author:** [@RICHARDKCROCCO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RICHARDKCROCCO)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-should-i-fix-this/134156 "2019-02-07T16:48:19Z")
I believe my car slipped/blew a timing chain. it is a pontiac g6. is it worthwile to try and fix it or should i just plan to purchase a new car? --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Impala - LDW works only sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-impala-ldw-works-only-sometimes/134046)
**Author:** [@MarthaNichol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarthaNichol)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-impala-ldw-works-only-sometimes/134046 "2019-02-07T15:46:27Z")
Lane departure warning on my 2016 impala only works intermittently. --- ## [2008 Lincoln MKZ - Hard to get at the airbag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkz-hard-to-get-at-the-airbag/134133)
**Author:** [@Melanie02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Melanie02)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkz-hard-to-get-at-the-airbag/134133 "2019-02-07T15:15:23Z")
Ok, so my air bag is being replaced and the dealer called me to tell me that the decorative strip across the dash needs to come off as the screws are located underneath. However, one of the screws is ‘frozen’ in place an… --- ## [Acura TL 2005](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-2005/134124)
**Author:** [@jennym\_ward\_147962](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennym_ward_147962)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-tl-2005/134124 "2019-02-07T14:42:45Z")
Hi, I’ve gotten conflicting information from my mechanic on flushing the transmission fluid on my Acura TL. One said it needed to be done (fluid is dark brown) and the other said that the transmission is finicky and I’… --- ## [2017 Buick Cascada - bad navigation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-cascada-bad-navigation/133846)
**Author:** [@AudreGaer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudreGaer)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-cascada-bad-navigation/133846 "2019-02-07T14:33:19Z")
Hi Ray, My new to me 2017 Buick Cascada navigation got me lost last week. I was going to 2507 E 25th St. It told me to take a right on E 24th which it identified as E 25th and then told me to take a right at the next… --- ## [Jeep Liberty stalls out after slowing to a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-stalls-out-after-slowing-to-a-stop/92206)
**Author:** [@emiliecole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emiliecole)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-stalls-out-after-slowing-to-a-stop/92206 "2019-02-07T12:05:13Z")
Hi friends. I have a Puzzler-worthy issue going on with my 2002 Jeep Liberty (LTD, 4WD, V6). A few weeks ago (Christmas Eve!) it started to stutter when slowing down to a stop, and then -- after a few times of doing that… --- ## [2009 ford escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape/130961)
**Author:** [@Matt\_Coleman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matt_Coleman)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape/130961 "2019-02-07T06:43:01Z")
I have a 2009 ford escape v6 and having ignition problems I’ve replaced the starter and ignition switch and I’m still cranking it off the cylinoid any suggestions on what the problem is --- ## [Are fuel injection/engine cleaners worth it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-fuel-injection-engine-cleaners-worth-it/134085)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-fuel-injection-engine-cleaners-worth-it/134085 "2019-02-07T03:58:23Z")
I have been dealing with an issue of my 2011 Cadillac CTS4 idling seeming to be a tad off. Overall the engine seems to run pretty well so a couple of friends of mine have suggested going with something like Chevron Tech… --- ## [2002 Honda Odyssey 316K miles - Timing Belt service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-316k-miles-timing-belt-service/131404)
**Author:** [@dgoboff\_146206](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgoboff_146206)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-316k-miles-timing-belt-service/131404 "2019-02-07T03:42:17Z")
I know I’m due (overdue) for a timing belt on my 2002 Honda Odyssey with 316K+ miles. I’d like to go in armed with the facts (not able to do this maintenance myself) What’s in the Timing Belt Kit? Besides the Water Pu… --- ## [2009 Ford Fusion - Can I get a price check please?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-fusion-can-i-get-a-price-check-please/134135)
**Author:** [@ddenatale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ddenatale)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-fusion-can-i-get-a-price-check-please/134135 "2019-02-07T01:00:59Z")
I have a 2009 Ford Fusion SE. The check engine has come on P2257 & 0491 codes, Low secondary pump failed and diverter valve must be replaced. Has anybody had this repair. Got estimate for $826.18 plus tax --- ## [2012 Toyota Camry - where’s the maintenance chart?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-where-s-the-maintenance-chart/133901)
**Author:** [@DavidKramer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidKramer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-where-s-the-maintenance-chart/133901 "2019-02-07T00:26:29Z")
Why can’t I find a chart of maintenance (brake fluid, transmission fluid, spark plugs etc.) for Toyota vehicles anywhere like all the other makes? --- ## [2015 Toyota Avalon \_ headlights and starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-avalon-headlights-and-starting/133812)
**Author:** [@Bruce02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bruce02)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-avalon-headlights-and-starting/133812 "2019-02-06T22:47:28Z")
Does it do any good to turn the headlights on for a few seconds (then off) before trying to start the car in subzero weather? --- ## [2018 Honda Accord shifts into neutral way too easily](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-shifts-into-neutral-way-too-easily/133853)
**Author:** [@TomHamilton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomHamilton)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-shifts-into-neutral-way-too-easily/133853 "2019-02-06T21:39:58Z")
It is way too easy to accidentally shift this car into neutral while driving. Tachometer goes into the redzone, when driving only 30 mph or so. I definitely do not like this. Any thoughts? Thanks --- ## [ABS & Traction Control light on after serp. belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-traction-control-light-on-after-serp-belt-replacement/134122)
**Author:** [@aaron\_147961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaron_147961)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-traction-control-light-on-after-serp-belt-replacement/134122 "2019-02-06T21:34:19Z")
I’ve got an ’07 Lincoln MKX with 69k miles. Battery light came on Saturday and I took it to the shop where they ran an electrical diagnostic ($140) and told me I needed a new serpentine belt ($140 labor, $59 belt and sup… --- ## [2001 Nissan Pathfinder P0446 and P0445](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-pathfinder-p0446-and-p0445/134114)
**Author:** [@Anthony01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-pathfinder-p0446-and-p0445/134114 "2019-02-06T21:08:50Z")
Codes p0446th and 445 --- ## ['06 Town Car - Intermittent Battery Light, alternator and battery test OK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-town-car-intermittent-battery-light-alternator-and-battery-test-ok/133657)
**Author:** [@OldAtHeart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldAtHeart)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-town-car-intermittent-battery-light-alternator-and-battery-test-ok/133657 "2019-02-06T19:40:54Z")
My charging system warning indicator is coming on intermittently. It’s been doing it for ~3,000 miles and doesn’t seem to be getting worse. Battery and alternator have both been pulled and tested and both are checking ou… --- ## [2002 Mitsubishi Montero exhaust odor in cabin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mitsubishi-montero-exhaust-odor-in-cabin/134108)
**Author:** [@AndroAsido](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndroAsido)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mitsubishi-montero-exhaust-odor-in-cabin/134108 "2019-02-06T17:42:44Z")
Exhaust smell inside my car. How to fix it --- ## [2013 Ford Edge headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-headlights/134104)
**Author:** [@charles50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charles50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-headlights/134104 "2019-02-06T18:42:08Z")
Head lights are not bright &driveing light cast a shadow on left side of the road. --- ## [Weird steering issues on my 99 Ford Taurus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-steering-issues-on-my-99-ford-taurus/134086)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-steering-issues-on-my-99-ford-taurus/134086 "2019-02-06T18:12:42Z")
I just recently replaced both inner and outer tie rod ends on my 99 Taurus, and in general the steering feels very solid, but I’ve noticed a weird issue. When I am moving again after sitting at a stop light, the car will… --- ## [1996 Honda Civic jerks during acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-civic-jerks-during-acceleration/133939)
**Author:** [@IrwinWilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IrwinWilliams)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-civic-jerks-during-acceleration/133939 "2019-02-06T17:22:53Z")
What cause the car to jerk during accelerating,spark plug and high tension leads were already replaced --- ## [Dipstick won't go back in the tube!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dipstick-wont-go-back-in-the-tube/69229)
**Author:** [@3CatGal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3CatGal)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dipstick-wont-go-back-in-the-tube/69229 "2019-02-06T16:56:29Z")
2007 Jeep Liberty - Help ! Can't get the oil dipstick back into the tube! Goes in about 3/4 of the way and jams - feels like it's hanging up on something. This is what I did: pulled it out, wiped it off, slipped it bac… --- ## [1999 Chevrolet Tahoe starts briefly, then kills](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-starts-briefly-then-kills/134097)
**Author:** [@KennethMills](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethMills)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-starts-briefly-then-kills/134097 "2019-02-06T16:46:06Z")
My tahoe sat out side for 2 days in40 below with the windshield and it wont start it starts for a second then kills then ok turn key off and try starting it again and it starts for couple second and kills so i figured it… --- ## [How important is the heat shield?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-is-the-heat-shield/134090)
**Author:** [@MichelleHarrer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichelleHarrer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-is-the-heat-shield/134090 "2019-02-06T15:45:13Z")
I noticed what i think is my heat shield hanging off under the rear of the car near the muffler is this something i need to replace immediatly --- ## [Housing component for 2009 Nissan Titan entertainment system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/housing-component-for-2009-nissan-titan-entertainment-system/134079)
**Author:** [@GloriaBottom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GloriaBottom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2019, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/housing-component-for-2009-nissan-titan-entertainment-system/134079 "2019-02-06T15:13:39Z")
Where can I get the housing component for the rear entertainment center. Mine also fell, yet we did not may a DVD or another piece of equipment in it. This after only 93,000 miles [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=682) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=684)