# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=70 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 71 --- ## [Hyundai door scratch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-door-scratch/192854)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2023, 11:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-door-scratch/192854 "2023-09-16T11:46:33Z")
2009 Sonata. Owner telephoned and asked if there was something to repair a “scratch”, hopefully same color, but mainly to prevent rust. I remembered that there used to be touch-up paint, and said I would ask on CarTalk… --- ## [Intermittent starter motor 1995 Mazda B2300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starter-motor-1995-mazda-b2300/192497)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2023, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starter-motor-1995-mazda-b2300/192497 "2023-09-15T23:29:56Z")
I came home from a three week vacation, and now my truck has a rare intermittent. When I turn the key, nothing happens. So, of course, I release the key and repeat and the starter engages and the truck starts normally.… --- ## [Transmission cooler line replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-cooler-line-replacement/192878)
**Author:** [@Mtardy1\_186859](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mtardy1_186859)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2023, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-cooler-line-replacement/192878 "2023-09-15T23:19:38Z")
Should I replace this transmission cooler line? I do have a p0742 code TCC solenoid stuck on problem, I’m trying to fix as well. But came across this and maybe if this line is bad it could of caused my issue as well some… --- ## [2007 Lexus RX 350 - Dash crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-rx-350-dash-crack/192891)
**Author:** [@williamadavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamadavis)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2023, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-rx-350-dash-crack/192891 "2023-09-15T21:42:59Z")
my 2007 lexus dash board is cracking. --- ## [2016 Subaru Impreza Sedan WRX - Rattles at slow speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-impreza-sedan-wrx-rattles-at-slow-speeds/192880)
**Author:** [@1thunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1thunder)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2023, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-impreza-sedan-wrx-rattles-at-slow-speeds/192880 "2023-09-15T12:38:23Z")
rattling sound at rear at slow speeds --- ## [Cleaning windscreen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-windscreen/182132)
**Author:** [@realgomer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/realgomer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2022, 7:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-windscreen/182132 "2022-01-27T07:08:05Z")
I had some rust beginning on the driver’s door at the lower seam. $300 later it’s good as new. Unfortunately, it looks lie some overspray from another car in the shop landed on the windscreen Can one of those headlamp cl… --- ## [Maintenace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenace/192817)
**Author:** [@poubellerayer\_186826](https://community.cartalk.com/u/poubellerayer_186826)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2023, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maintenace/192817 "2023-09-14T22:33:39Z")
I have a 2010 S 400 inherited that just got out of the shop. The front suspension (AIRMATIC) shocks were changed, but the right front side creaks on uneven payment at low speeds, especially when driving after a few minu… --- ## [4th gear pops out when pressing the accelerator more than 20%](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-gear-pops-out-when-pressing-the-accelerator-more-than-20/192872)
**Author:** [@kevin290901\_181211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevin290901_181211)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2023, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4th-gear-pops-out-when-pressing-the-accelerator-more-than-20/192872 "2023-09-14T21:35:41Z")
So my Mitsubishi Galant 2.5 V6 from -00 have had a problem for a little while, the 4th gear pops out when pressing the accelerator more than about 20%, only the 4th gear, the rest are great. Car feels great in all other … --- ## [Question about TPMS fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-tpms-fix/192850)
**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2023, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-tpms-fix/192850 "2023-09-14T15:22:43Z")
Is it better to fix a sensor on a tire than not to? My tpms light is staying on becuase one of the sensors on my tire is bad a rep told me, but i’ve heard its not necessary to worry about the TPMS becuase one can monitor… --- ## [Dropped my GFs car at mechanic he said](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropped-my-gfs-car-at-mechanic-he-said/192728)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2023, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dropped-my-gfs-car-at-mechanic-he-said/192728 "2023-09-14T12:40:34Z")
its going to cost $400-$600 for drum and brakes replacement in rear. front brake replacement in front. replacing stripped studs and possible lugnuts. does this sound reasonable? i think the price is a bit high? --- ## [My car is making a weird clicking sound when reversing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-making-a-weird-clicking-sound-when-reversing/192832)
**Author:** [@cja800](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cja800)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-is-making-a-weird-clicking-sound-when-reversing/192832 "2023-09-13T22:56:51Z")
Video: Imgur: The magic of the Internet My car (2010 Subaru Impreza manual transmission) is making a weird clicking sound when beginning to move in reverse. It doesn’t do it in any other gear. If I give it more gas when… --- ## [Can a water-cooled VW Beetle CV joint fall apart?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-cooled-vw-beetle-cv-joint-fall-apart/192856)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-cooled-vw-beetle-cv-joint-fall-apart/192856 "2023-09-13T22:45:23Z")
Another poster w/water-cooled VW Beetle has been posting recently, and reminds me of a question I’ve wanted to ask about water cooled VW Beetles and their front axle shafts. I’ve heard that the CV joints can fall apart … --- ## [Engine fan issue VW Beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-fan-issue-vw-beetle/192827)
**Author:** [@Cnfolsom\_186496](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cnfolsom_186496)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-fan-issue-vw-beetle/192827 "2023-09-13T20:42:04Z")
I have a 2000 Beetle. I drove home this afternoon and parked in the garage. I noticed after a few minutes that the engine fan came on then it went off then it came on then it went off every few minutes. 45 minutes later … --- ## [2002 Toyota Camry - Looking for a manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-looking-for-a-manual/192867)
**Author:** [@khalid22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/khalid22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-camry-looking-for-a-manual/192867 "2023-09-13T20:18:39Z")
i need the repair manual of this car if that is available --- ## [2018 Toyota C-HR - Unintended acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-c-hr-unintended-acceleration/192836)
**Author:** [@cindy29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cindy29)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-c-hr-unintended-acceleration/192836 "2023-09-13T18:37:31Z")
has anyone had his happen. I went to brake, but the car accelerated. I had a bad accident. --- ## [1995 Saturn SL2 Starts fine when cold, but won't restart after driving for 15 minutes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-saturn-sl2-starts-fine-when-cold-but-wont-restart-after-driving-for-15-minutes/171080)
**Author:** [@nrnoble\_171480](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nrnoble_171480)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-saturn-sl2-starts-fine-when-cold-but-wont-restart-after-driving-for-15-minutes/171080 "2023-09-13T16:52:23Z")
Here is a question for experienced mechanics or Saturn owners My 1995 Saturn SL2 will start just fine when the engine is cold (off for 30+ minutes), but if I drive it for 15+ minutes and shut the engine off the car won’… --- ## [2003 Nissan Pathfinder - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-pathfinder-wont-start/192849)
**Author:** [@Rafael51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rafael51)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-pathfinder-wont-start/192849 "2023-09-13T15:24:31Z")
pathfinder 3.5 v6 crank but do no start --- ## [2017 Hyundai Santa Fe - Oil pan leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-oil-pan-leak/192786)
**Author:** [@Geezer840](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Geezer840)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-oil-pan-leak/192786 "2023-09-13T12:41:04Z")
Four days after repair of leaking oil pan discovered major oil leak. Oil dipstick shows approx 25 % overfill. 6 cylinder front wheel drive. What’s risk of damage. --- ## [VW Beetle 2000 - 1st and reverse gear shifting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle-2000-1st-and-reverse-gear-shifting-problems/192346)
**Author:** [@2robertc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2robertc)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle-2000-1st-and-reverse-gear-shifting-problems/192346 "2023-09-13T12:25:36Z")
Hi All- I’m asking this question for a friend. It’s a 2000 VW Beetle. 2.1 GL. Five speed. “It’s difficult to get into first gear. I have to go down a little bit and then forward as though I was going into reverse. And th… --- ## [Timing chain replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-replacement/192797)
**Author:** [@Marquishaze](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marquishaze)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2023, 2:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-replacement/192797 "2023-09-13T02:36:07Z")
Hello, I’m hoping someone here may be able to help. I have a 2017 Chevy Equinox 2.4L and am attempting to replace the timing chain. But when I manually rotate the crankshaft the chain becomes slack and then around the t… --- ## [2014 Hyundai Elantra - Moans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-moans/192853)
**Author:** [@LisaS.21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LisaS.21)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2023, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-moans/192853 "2023-09-12T22:22:24Z")
My 2014 Elanta makes a low “moaning sound” at low speed or between 1000-1500 rpm’s up to about 40 mph which occurs when going uphill. Any ideas what this is? --- ## [2010 Honda Odyssey - Multiple warnings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-multiple-warnings/192829)
**Author:** [@Orah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Orah)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2023, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-multiple-warnings/192829 "2023-09-12T20:42:36Z")
I got into my van after a repair. The car had been left running and the brake light, abs light and another light with an exclamation point were on. Brakes worked fine. Drove off with these lights on but after turning the… --- ## [2009 Ford Escape - AC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-ac-issue/192750)
**Author:** [@Pampatty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pampatty)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2023, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-ac-issue/192750 "2023-09-12T03:17:51Z")
A\\C blower only works on high --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Impala - High beams too high](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-impala-high-beams-too-high/192767)
**Author:** [@wstredwick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wstredwick)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-impala-high-beams-too-high/192767 "2023-09-11T22:23:14Z")
high beam lights to high . --- ## [Single loud click from in front of the front seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-loud-click-from-in-front-of-the-front-seat/192745)
**Author:** [@bmwho68\_186781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmwho68_186781)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-loud-click-from-in-front-of-the-front-seat/192745 "2023-09-11T21:26:15Z")
So my daughter has a 2013 Hyundai Elantra 4 door with the 4 cyl engine. Whenever she pulls away from a stop, or applies the brakes, there is a loud singular click heard from under the front of the car. It seems to high… --- ## [Subaru Outback AC Flowing Churning Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-ac-flowing-churning-noise/192816)
**Author:** [@rhwilding\_186822](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhwilding_186822)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-ac-flowing-churning-noise/192816 "2023-09-11T21:15:16Z")
I purchased a used 2019 Subaru Outback about 2 months ago. The AC makes a strange on/off sound. It sounds like something is flowing or churning or even defrosting in a way. The sound almost sounds pressurized if that m… --- ## [Rough cost of damages?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-cost-of-damages/192777)
**Author:** [@Jason\_tsia25\_186802](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason_tsia25_186802)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-cost-of-damages/192777 "2023-09-11T19:26:31Z")
Reversed into a pole, not significant damage besides cracked bumper but wondering by photos if it’s worth bringing to body shop and getting fixed outta own pocket or claiming through insursance. Any advice appreciated … --- ## [2020 Mazda Mazda3 - AWD hatch has poor fuel economy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda-mazda3-awd-hatch-has-poor-fuel-economy/192763)
**Author:** [@Cesarmazda3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cesarmazda3)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-mazda-mazda3-awd-hatch-has-poor-fuel-economy/192763 "2023-09-11T15:48:07Z")
Have an AWD hatch and its fuel economy sucks, consumes more like a v6 --- ## [My car doesn't break often enough (2007 Mazda3)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-doesnt-break-often-enough-2007-mazda3/192781)
**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-doesnt-break-often-enough-2007-mazda3/192781 "2023-09-11T06:17:30Z")
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. In the past, that motto has worked for me. Beyond very basic maintenance, I only learned about systems when they broke. My Miata slave clutch slave cylinder had been replaced a couple ti… --- ## [Buick Century 2004 Air Conditioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-2004-air-conditioning/192794)
**Author:** [@Pop-dunk726](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pop-dunk726)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2023, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-2004-air-conditioning/192794 "2023-09-11T02:26:03Z")
My buick century air conditioner doesnt work,i cant find the problem since i checked the refrigerant levels and they are ok,the ac compressor clutch engages and disengages,and the blend door actuator works since when i t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=69) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=71)