# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=696 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 697 --- ## [How did my friend's 2016 Acura TLX catch fire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-did-my-friends-2016-acura-tlx-catch-fire/132394)
**Author:** [@GeorgineDellisanti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgineDellisanti)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-did-my-friends-2016-acura-tlx-catch-fire/132394 "2019-01-21T20:34:42Z")
My friends’s car caught fire, exploded, and burned the house down while he was trying to change the headlight. What the heck happened? --- ## [Bad fuse? Or bad PCM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-fuse-or-bad-pcm/132664)
**Author:** [@Jessie\_nvo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessie_nvo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-fuse-or-bad-pcm/132664 "2019-01-21T20:15:58Z")
Working on my Infiniti G37 won’t start, am getting a bunch of these “circuit high input” codes is it a blown fuse? Or bad pcm? --- ## [Is my car leaking Power Steering Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-leaking-power-steering-fluid/132930)
**Author:** [@Noonamee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noonamee)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-leaking-power-steering-fluid/132930 "2019-01-21T19:41:17Z")
My cousin is a mechanic and he opened the whole engine last year to fix and replace some parts. However, I notice that the steering fluid level has slowly decreased since then and I need to top it up. Any suggestion? The… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 P0191 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-p0191-code/133054)
**Author:** [@TonyKnight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyKnight)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-p0191-code/133054 "2019-01-21T19:33:33Z")
I have a 2016 Silverado 1500 that code for a fuel rail pressure sensor-code p0191, have replace 3 of these sensors, and still the truck will go into reduce power mode, and turn on engine light, first two times sensors we… --- ## [Removing catalytic converters in 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-catalytic-converters-in-2000-mercury-grand-marquis/133027)
**Author:** [@AndrewJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndrewJohnson)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-catalytic-converters-in-2000-mercury-grand-marquis/133027 "2019-01-21T19:09:37Z")
If i took off both catalytic converters would i do any serious harm to the engine? --- ## [How difficult to replace oil pressure sensor in 2013 Chrysler 300M?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-difficult-to-replace-oil-pressure-sensor-in-2013-chrysler-300m/133033)
**Author:** [@CharlesWhite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesWhite)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-difficult-to-replace-oil-pressure-sensor-in-2013-chrysler-300m/133033 "2019-01-21T17:16:02Z")
Would oil pressure sensor be easy to replace. --- ## [2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid battery life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-hybrid-battery-life/132953)
**Author:** [@FrankDaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankDaz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-hybrid-battery-life/132953 "2019-01-21T17:14:38Z")
How long will the batteries in my hybrid last and what will it cost to replace them? --- ## [2010 Ford F-150 - Brake indicators](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-f-150-brake-indicators/133041)
**Author:** [@James52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James52)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-f-150-brake-indicators/133041 "2019-01-21T17:14:18Z")
back up camera turns blue and comes on when I apply the brakes.And now brake lights and turn signals do not work --- ## [Auto door locks not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-door-locks-not-working/133036)
**Author:** [@Beth.Knapp14\_143024](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beth.Knapp14_143024)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-door-locks-not-working/133036 "2019-01-21T16:56:06Z")
2012 GMC Acadia. The auto door locks are not working:( When I try to lock it from the door or when I put the car in gear, the doors do not lock. Also, the back windshield wiper isn’t working, and the cruise control isn’t… --- ## [Mercury Marquis - Have to Push Up on Shifter to allow Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-marquis-have-to-push-up-on-shifter-to-allow-start/9083)
**Author:** [@Tom\_Maida](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_Maida)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-marquis-have-to-push-up-on-shifter-to-allow-start/9083 "2019-01-21T16:37:05Z")
My Mercury Marquis is a 1984. It is 3.8 L "baby" Marquis, with Automatic Transmission (C5?). Has the shifter lever on steering column. Yesterday, I found it wouldn't turn over - But, If I push upward on the Shift… --- ## [2009 Subaru Outback won’t turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-outback-won-t-turn-over/114304)
**Author:** [@KathiRobinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KathiRobinson)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-outback-won-t-turn-over/114304 "2019-01-21T16:09:09Z")
The battery is fully charged, but the ignition won’t turn over the motor. --- ## [2013 Toyota Corolla - Did I get ripped off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-corolla-did-i-get-ripped-off/133018)
**Author:** [@BetsyDiamant-Cohen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BetsyDiamant-Cohen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-corolla-did-i-get-ripped-off/133018 "2019-01-21T14:34:05Z")
within a few months, the mechanics that we go to said my husband’s car needed new struts (Toyota prius 2012), my car needed new struts (Toyota Corolla 2013) and my daughter"s car needed new struts (2016 Nissan Versa) at… --- ## [2005 Dodge Caravan - WHere is this part?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-caravan-where-is-this-part/133021)
**Author:** [@DavidRMason](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidRMason)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-caravan-where-is-this-part/133021 "2019-01-21T14:18:44Z")
Were is the oil sensing unit located 2.4 motor dodge --- ## [Tire pressure fluctuates - 2016 Ford Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-fluctuates-2016-ford-explorer/125484)
**Author:** [@Abdul-Wakil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abdul-Wakil)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 12:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-fluctuates-2016-ford-explorer/125484 "2019-01-21T12:01:31Z")
Can tire pressure go up and down without any air being put in them? My tire was down to 26, i put air into my tire and it was over inflated. I checked the automatic gauge and the other 3 were down also . A day later they… --- ## [2007 Toyota RAV4 4cyl oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-4cyl-oil-consumption/132935)
**Author:** [@starware](https://community.cartalk.com/u/starware)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 10:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-4cyl-oil-consumption/132935 "2019-01-21T10:40:59Z")
We have an '07 RAV4 with100k+ miles that is going through about a quart of oil every couple of hundred miles. I don’t see any smoke and I don’t see any evidence of a leak or fouling of antifreeze. But it’s going somewh… --- ## ["Frozen" Struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-struts/59584)
**Author:** [@Monklet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Monklet)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-struts/59584 "2019-01-21T02:48:32Z")
In very cold weather, the rear springs/struts become so solid that the slightest bump in the road causes a noise and sensation like "Bottoming Out". As the weather warms a bit, the rear-end again works normally. --- ## [1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee sputtered after tuneup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-jeep-grand-cherokee-sputtered-after-tuneup/132973)
**Author:** [@Christina13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christina13)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-jeep-grand-cherokee-sputtered-after-tuneup/132973 "2019-01-21T02:42:15Z")
Took my 1999 jeep grand cherokee laredo to get a tune up and oil change, when I was driving today the day after I had it done, when I was going slow or stopped it would sputter really bad and almost stall out. What could… --- ## [Honda Civic 2015 Skidding Brake Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2015-skidding-brake-problem/132963)
**Author:** [@kyletam.1993\_147225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kyletam.1993_147225)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2015-skidding-brake-problem/132963 "2019-01-21T02:10:38Z")
Hey, I am having a problem with my 2015 Honda Civic Sedan LX. I am not sure if others who own a Civic Sedan LX 2015, but has anyone notice that during the winter when accelerating on snowy pavement and then trying to sto… --- ## [2002 Suzuki wiring help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-wiring-help/132984)
**Author:** [@Misfist](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Misfist)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-suzuki-wiring-help/132984 "2019-01-21T01:56:36Z")
Hello there , so i bought this Swift from an old man , and i wanted to upgrade the stereo (mp3) and i have some wiring problems.(the colors are not compatible) I found the 2002 wiring diagram , but the new mp3 (which i b… --- ## [2006 Pontiac G6 - When to check oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-when-to-check-oil/133005)
**Author:** [@Jonathancrownover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jonathancrownover)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-when-to-check-oil/133005 "2019-01-20T23:03:35Z")
Does it matter whether the engine is a newer model or not does it stay the same that you’ve got to check the oil when it’s cold --- ## [2008 Toyota Camry - Visor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-visor/133003)
**Author:** [@JoanKPitson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoanKPitson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-visor/133003 "2019-01-20T21:11:26Z")
My sun visor fell out should I replace it with a new or used one. It is no longer covered by Toyota as it is just past the year for recall repair. Made of plastic. --- ## [2001 Honda Civic Cpe - Cables to battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-cpe-cables-to-battery/133000)
**Author:** [@Ziegen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ziegen)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-cpe-cables-to-battery/133000 "2019-01-20T19:24:33Z")
My car had a hard time starting so I had the system checked an found that I needed a new battery. I put the battery in and tighten the cables as tight as I could and the cables we’re still movable. Now when I turn the he… --- ## [2008 Ford Mustang - Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-mustang-codes/132988)
**Author:** [@Paul32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul32)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-mustang-codes/132988 "2019-01-20T18:57:04Z")
Auto zone checked my error codes. Recommendation:reprogram PCM. Do I have to buy an expensive tool to flash the computer or is there an easier way? Thanks! Paul --- ## [Winter gas mileage drop in 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage-drop-in-2013-ford-fusion-hybrid/132968)
**Author:** [@PamelaLamborn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PamelaLamborn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winter-gas-mileage-drop-in-2013-ford-fusion-hybrid/132968 "2019-01-20T18:41:02Z")
Why do hybrids get less mpg during cold weather? While my fusion is at a red light on battery, the gas will cut in. Why? --- ## [Code B1630 head light 2 different bulbs one high intensity but all works?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-b1630-head-light-2-different-bulbs-one-high-intensity-but-all-works/132986)
**Author:** [@lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesabre)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-b1630-head-light-2-different-bulbs-one-high-intensity-but-all-works/132986 "2019-01-20T16:58:45Z")
\_ \_ now will this having high intensity on one side and regular bulb on the other side mes up the light module see B1630, I hope not everything is working .now . --- ## [1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Airbag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-silverado-1500-airbag-light/132991)
**Author:** [@steve43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve43)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-silverado-1500-airbag-light/132991 "2019-01-20T16:37:15Z")
Why is the air bag light always on? --- ## [1996 Honda CR-V overheats after new head gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-cr-v-overheats-after-new-head-gasket/132888)
**Author:** [@stephen51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephen51)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-cr-v-overheats-after-new-head-gasket/132888 "2019-01-20T16:10:50Z")
Honda crv 1996, after overheating while air con was on, we replaced a new cylinder head gasket but still it overheats. What could be the cause now? --- ## [Brakes touchy at first then spongy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-touchy-at-first-then-spongy/132970)
**Author:** [@Korven\_Nox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Korven_Nox)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-touchy-at-first-then-spongy/132970 "2019-01-20T14:32:45Z")
Recently I test drove this vehicle. It’s a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz with about 89000 miles on it. When I first stared the brakes were extremely touchy, but as I used them more and more on the test drive they became spongy f… --- ## [2011 Cadillac SRX - Steering issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-srx-steering-issue/132976)
**Author:** [@Neil25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Neil25)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-srx-steering-issue/132976 "2019-01-20T14:31:01Z")
I have a 2011 Cadillac SRX that the power steering will fail occasionally when driving thru standing water. Purchased in 2012. Has always done this. Figured it was typical of this design. --- ## [1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD - causes of engine seize?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-causes-of-engine-seize/132577)
**Author:** [@EileenConfal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EileenConfal)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-silverado-3500hd-causes-of-engine-seize/132577 "2019-01-20T04:08:44Z")
What would cause a 1998 3500 Chevy Dully extended cab’s engine Seize up? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=695) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=697)