# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=703

[Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md)

**Page:** 704

---

## [Screeching Sound when turning steering wheel and not moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-sound-when-turning-steering-wheel-and-not-moving/132215)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@BroncosRider92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BroncosRider92)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-sound-when-turning-steering-wheel-and-not-moving/132215 "2019-01-11T22:43:58Z")

</div>

Hi, I have a 2006 subaru outback. A couple of months ago I noticed that the car would screech loudly when I would turn the steering wheel but only when I was parked and at very very low speeds (ie. \>5mph). When I drive t…

---

## [2002 Chrysler Town & Country - replace TCM or do more testing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-town-country-replace-tcm-or-do-more-testing/132472)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@HaroldArbogast](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HaroldArbogast)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-town-country-replace-tcm-or-do-more-testing/132472 "2019-01-11T22:36:35Z")

</div>

My cruise control dash light will light up when you press the switch, but it goes out in 10-12 seconds. The ignition must be turned off and restarted to get it on again, but it still goes out in a few seconds. The SET …

---

## [2011 Kia Rondo feels jumpy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-rondo-feels-jumpy/132273)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@PaulFisker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulFisker)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-rondo-feels-jumpy/132273 "2019-01-11T21:48:12Z")

</div>

When starting from a stop light or from just making a turn car seems as if it has stopped, then it jumps forward like it is going 20 or 30 miles a hour. The engine is running all this time but it will not start to go the…

---

## [2012 Honda Insight oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-insight-oil-consumption/132470)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@SheriBennett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SheriBennett)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-insight-oil-consumption/132470 "2019-01-11T21:18:37Z")

</div>

Honda sent me a notice about excessive oil consumption. I have a 2012 Insight. I took the car to the dealer and they did a test to measure the oil consumption and it is using about one quart for every 1300 miles. That…

---

## [Oil pressure relief valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-relief-valve/130832)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@afadali](https://community.cartalk.com/u/afadali)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-relief-valve/130832 "2019-01-11T21:04:32Z")

</div>

Hi there, Do anyone have a digram where oil pressure relief valve is located in Chevrolet Trailblazer 2007 LT, I’m experiencing High oil pressure and i’ve already changed the oil sending unit but the oil pressure gage s…

---

## [Mechanic baffled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-baffled/132452)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@aanders999](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aanders999)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-baffled/132452 "2019-01-11T20:31:34Z")

</div>

Tried to start my 2005 Sienna the other morning and all it did was whir as if the timing belt was broken (replaced 15,000 ago) the crankshaft turns but no compression tried it several times over three days, had it towed …

---

## [4L60e transmission. No reverse, slipping park 1994 GMC Jimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4l60e-transmission-no-reverse-slipping-park-1994-gmc-jimmy/132467)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Brandon\_Jackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brandon_Jackson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4l60e-transmission-no-reverse-slipping-park-1994-gmc-jimmy/132467 "2019-01-11T20:08:08Z")

</div>

Used to go in reverse, but took a hell of a lot of throttle to actually back up. Now no longer reverses at all. Having trouble getting park to stick as well recently. Looking for any ideas before I get under the car and …

---

## [1985 Isuzu Pickup - battery went dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-isuzu-pickup-battery-went-dead/132408)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@daneyscot\_146865](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daneyscot_146865)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-isuzu-pickup-battery-went-dead/132408 "2019-01-11T18:12:49Z")

</div>

My 1985 Isuzu pickup truck battery went dead. I went and bought a new battery put a new battery in and nothing happened did not get any any electricity anywhere could no blinkers no dome light nothing. I then recharged m…

---

## [2012 Hyundai Elantra - why did my struts and wheel bearings fail early?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-why-did-my-struts-and-wheel-bearings-fail-early/132454)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@SherylACambron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SherylACambron)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-why-did-my-struts-and-wheel-bearings-fail-early/132454 "2019-01-11T17:07:25Z")

</div>

I recently had to replace the struts and wheel bearings. My mechanic said it was way early to have to replace these parts. The car has 68,000 miles and I have had regular maintenance checks.

---

## [2006 Cadillac CTS Cold Start Sputtering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-cold-start-sputtering/132424)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@bryanbrr\_146879](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bryanbrr_146879)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-cold-start-sputtering/132424 "2019-01-11T17:06:27Z")

</div>

Just recently I’ve started experiencing issues with starting my car on a cold start. When I begin starting the car up it will sputter for less then a second and will begin to idle like normal. I’ve checked my oil level a…

---

## [2017 Ford Escape brake trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-brake-trouble/132419)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@LindaAdams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaAdams)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-brake-trouble/132419 "2019-01-11T16:55:26Z")

</div>

Having problems with brakes. This is 3rd time at dealership with this problem. Get into vehicle start to pull out or back up. Have NO brakes to get vehicle to stop must push brake pedal to floor, only then barely stop…

---

## [2016 Chevrolet Cruze - odor from the heat/AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-cruze-odor-from-the-heat-ac/132442)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Johnson-Addison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Johnson-Addison)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-cruze-odor-from-the-heat-ac/132442 "2019-01-11T15:01:46Z")

</div>

I am having a problem with a strange odor when I turn on the heat or AC. Heat does not flow properly. It alternates with AC. I checked everything else out and don’t know what else to do

---

## [Coolant not flowing back to radiator, but top and bottom radiator hoses are collapsed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-not-flowing-back-to-radiator-but-top-and-bottom-radiator-hoses-are-collapsed/132426)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@usa.unsc\_146881](https://community.cartalk.com/u/usa.unsc_146881)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-not-flowing-back-to-radiator-but-top-and-bottom-radiator-hoses-are-collapsed/132426 "2019-01-11T14:03:58Z")

</div>

Hi, everyone. I hope you are doing well. I have a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant ES 2.4L. I recently changed the radiator and radiator cap because there was a radiator leak and the car was overheating. The car also has a head …

---

## [2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser starting trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser-starting-trouble/132359)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Denny52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Denny52)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-pt-cruiser-starting-trouble/132359 "2019-01-11T05:04:14Z")

</div>

I have a 2001 PT Cruiser with 118,000 miles. Sometimes when I try to start it, and turn the key, nothing happens. I turn the key 4-6 more times and it starts right up. I had the ignition taken out and they said nothing w…

---

## [Looks too wet Under. Service Engine Soon. Rattling. Etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looks-too-wet-under-service-engine-soon-rattling-etc/132293)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@thomascgty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomascgty)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looks-too-wet-under-service-engine-soon-rattling-etc/132293 "2019-01-11T04:26:09Z")

</div>

EDIT: Since I opened this discussion, might as well ask additional questions. Previously while driving along State Route 73, I did noticed that the sound from the engine seemed to be off from the normal engine sound that…

---

## [2007 Audi A6 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-audi-a6-wont-start/132422)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Mitchell23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchell23)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-audi-a6-wont-start/132422 "2019-01-11T03:53:17Z")

</div>

Audi A6 2007 3.2/Quattro will not start , no issue with battery or alternator. Key will not release out of ignition switch , but car can be started with a quick jump. Help

---

## [2002 Jeep Liberty transmission trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-transmission-trouble/132372)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Bryan17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bryan17)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-transmission-trouble/132372 "2019-01-11T03:14:58Z")

</div>

I have a 2002 Jeep Liberty Sport. Recently I have been having issues with it. For one, when I turn the car on, the engine revs high. Then when I start driving, the car won’t shift. Instead it revs and keeps me at about 1…

---

## [Rustproofing 2013 Hyundai Elantra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustproofing-2013-hyundai-elantra/132364)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@walter21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/walter21)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 11, 2019, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rustproofing-2013-hyundai-elantra/132364 "2019-01-11T00:03:06Z")

</div>

i just bought a used 2013 hyundai gls in jan 2019 and the dealer asked me if i wanted to rust proof the car for additional 6 dollars bi weekly and i said yes because my last car a 2008 pontiac g5 rusted on the front d…

---

## [Engine cuts off on low RPMs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cuts-off-on-low-rpms/132414)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Penne\_10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Penne_10)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cuts-off-on-low-rpms/132414 "2019-01-10T23:44:32Z")

</div>

Hello, I have a dodge avenger 2008. Every now and then on low RPMs the engine cuts off and shot down. sometimes, but not always, the oil warning light comes up (only on now RPMs as well). if the problem occurse just …

---

## [Issue with 2003 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-2003-toyota-corolla/132412)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Amber\_Lee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amber_Lee)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-2003-toyota-corolla/132412 "2019-01-10T23:10:00Z")

</div>

I currently have a 2003 toyota corolla, 130,000 miles. I recently got into a fender bender and bought it to an auto body in which in took them an excessive 38 days to repair, so its been sitting around in the cold not mo…

---

## [2001 Toyota Camry Solara - Keep it or let it go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-solara-keep-it-or-let-it-go/132382)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Karen19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen19)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-solara-keep-it-or-let-it-go/132382 "2019-01-10T22:48:39Z")

</div>

146,000 miles - standard transmission. Recently had to replace clutch master cylinder and accumulator. Still had problems shifting - repair shop test drove, re-bled clutch hydraulic system, etc - finally diagnosed som…

---

## [Honda Civic Sdn - click no crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-sdn-click-no-crank/132401)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@schole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/schole)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-sdn-click-no-crank/132401 "2019-01-10T22:37:52Z")

</div>

clicking noise no crank

---

## [2009 Pontiac G5 - Will this release my key?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-will-this-release-my-key/132410)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@LindaMurray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaMurray)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-will-this-release-my-key/132410 "2019-01-10T22:28:50Z")

</div>

I have a Pontiac G5 and my key got stuck in my ignition, I believe my battery is dead. If i replace the battery, will the key be released from the ignition

---

## [1985 f350 7.5 l electrical issue. Helpppppp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-f350-7-5-l-electrical-issue-helpppppp/132404)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Eroberts474\_146866](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eroberts474_146866)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-f350-7-5-l-electrical-issue-helpppppp/132404 "2019-01-10T21:52:01Z")

</div>

I’ll do my best to explain. First all lights work when ignition key is on. My heater also works at all variable speeds. Once my engine is on most of my electrical still works. But my reverse lights My heater blower and …

---

## [Don't know the name of this part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-the-name-of-this-part/132356)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@JG46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JG46)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-know-the-name-of-this-part/132356 "2019-01-10T21:22:12Z")

</div>

Hey guys, Does anyone know the exact name of the part or OEM number? I’ve been looking it up under all kinds of names but I can’t find them online nor on Ebay. It’s a black hard plastic trim, when I bought the car the o…

---

## [Power Steering Problem and Popping Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem-and-popping-noise/132399)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem-and-popping-noise/132399 "2019-01-10T20:40:44Z")

</div>

Hello Everyone, 2004 Ford Taurus Vulcan 3.0 L V6 Engine. 155,000 miles I had a problem with my 2004 Ford Taurus and you guys help me out back in November. It ended up having a broken valve spring which I replaced and …

---

## [Outback is using too much oil - Subaru disagrees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/outback-is-using-too-much-oil-subaru-disagrees/132339)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Wes57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wes57)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/outback-is-using-too-much-oil-subaru-disagrees/132339 "2019-01-10T19:22:22Z")

</div>

I have a Subura Outback 2014 2.5L. It uses about a quart every 1500 miles. Subura refuses to fix it and I have heard from other owners that even replacing the short block of the engine does not remedy the solution. They …

---

## [2005 Jeep Liberty - White stuff on oil cap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-white-stuff-on-oil-cap/132389)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@kathy48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kathy48)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-white-stuff-on-oil-cap/132389 "2019-01-10T18:50:34Z")

</div>

white foamy crap on the inside of oil cap

---

## [Did my friendly Subaru dealer get over on us?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-my-friendly-subaru-dealer-get-over-on-us/110842)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Lee\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lee_T)\
**Replies:** 108\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-my-friendly-subaru-dealer-get-over-on-us/110842 "2019-01-10T18:38:46Z")

</div>

Little dilemma here, is our local Subaru dealer trying to help us or get their freebies back and then some? We bought a new Outback and they said bring it back every five thousand miles for free service for two years. Wh…

---

## [2002 Ford Mustang - Asking for advice on battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-mustang-asking-for-advice-on-battery-drain/132387)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Siok](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Siok)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-mustang-asking-for-advice-on-battery-drain/132387 "2019-01-10T17:57:41Z")

</div>

How to tell if 2002 mustang convertible instrument panel cluster is killing battery

[Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=702)

[Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=704)
