# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=705 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 706 --- ## [2000 Cadillac DeVille repair estimate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-cadillac-deville-repair-estimate/132207)
**Author:** [@JackGroat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JackGroat)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-cadillac-deville-repair-estimate/132207 "2019-01-09T14:18:27Z")
I have a good friend with a 2000 Cadilac with 62K miles and a northstar V-8. It has a blown head gasket. This has been a very well maintained and pampered car. The GM dealer says the repair costs are more than the car… --- ## [2016 Acura MDX - intermittent starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-mdx-intermittent-starting-problem/132279)
**Author:** [@Hill05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hill05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-acura-mdx-intermittent-starting-problem/132279 "2019-01-09T13:40:18Z")
car wont start every 1-2 weeks lights flash and altr. light comes on. Ive take in 4 times and they tell me they can find anything wrong --- ## [2012 Buick Verano - oil temp doesn't get high enough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-verano-oil-temp-doesnt-get-high-enough/131920)
**Author:** [@doug44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doug44)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-verano-oil-temp-doesnt-get-high-enough/131920 "2019-01-09T04:43:33Z")
Have a 2012 buick verano and found there is no fix for the stalling out other than letting car warm up for minutes before driving since oil temp doesn’t get hot enough as it should. --- ## [Sudden braking, then car won't go](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-braking-then-car-wont-go/89234)
**Author:** [@littlefatmama](https://community.cartalk.com/u/littlefatmama)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-braking-then-car-wont-go/89234 "2019-01-09T04:20:46Z")
On the expressway, I was driving my 2013 Subaru Impreza about 50 mph and had occasion to make a sudden stop. There were no crashes, and traffic started up again immediately - except for me! There I was, in the left lane,… --- ## [2007 Jeep Cherokee spontaneously exploded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-cherokee-spontaneously-exploded/132188)
**Author:** [@Krystal53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krystal53)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2019, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-cherokee-spontaneously-exploded/132188 "2019-01-09T04:11:05Z")
My Jeep Grand Cherokee Spontaneously Exploded has this happened to anyone else? I just want to let people know to stay safe and keep the sunroof shade closed in case. If I didn’t have mine closed a lot of broken glass w… --- ## [2012 Kia Soul - E Brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-soul-e-brake/132263)
**Author:** [@Helena56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Helena56)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-soul-e-brake/132263 "2019-01-08T23:37:41Z")
A friend borrowed my Kia Soul and drove it with the emergency brake on, not fast, maybe four miles…should I worry about anything? have brakes checked!? --- ## [Belt changes for 2005 Dodge Neon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-changes-for-2005-dodge-neon/132277)
**Author:** [@pratt33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pratt33)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/belt-changes-for-2005-dodge-neon/132277 "2019-01-08T22:57:34Z")
how often should belt be replaced at what cost ,what could be damages if I don’t. --- ## [clicking noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise/131353)
**Author:** [@rleach454545\_146152](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rleach454545_146152)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise/131353 "2019-01-08T22:46:25Z")
Hi there I have 08 malibu that is doing the clicking noise when slowing down. I also noticed a high pitch noise on freeway when not on the gas. I have visually looked at the cv half shafts thy look ok no tearing or greas… --- ## [Fan runs on startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-runs-on-startup/132271)
**Author:** [@annahord87\_146768](https://community.cartalk.com/u/annahord87_146768)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-runs-on-startup/132271 "2019-01-08T22:16:47Z")
I received an oil change and full-service workup by a verified service dealer a few weeks ago. I have a 2012 Ford Escape (6c, XLT, 4whl dr) if needed to know. The technician that previously did my oil change told the ser… --- ## [2013 BMW 535 - Hum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-535-hum/124312)
**Author:** [@TomColton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomColton)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-535-hum/124312 "2019-01-08T21:48:29Z")
I have a drive train vibration issue that I understand has been an issue with my make/model. Specifically, I feel a pronounced vibration with an associated hum starting around 50 mph. Has anyone experienced this issue?… --- ## [2016 Ford F-150 - Worried about warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-worried-about-warranty/132267)
**Author:** [@BruceG1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BruceG1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f-150-worried-about-warranty/132267 "2019-01-08T21:05:57Z")
2016 F150 26,000 miles. The paint is chipping off all 4 door handle inserts, Body shop says it’s plastic that omits chemicals that release the paint. They are going to remove, sand, repaint BUT They say it will happen e… --- ## [Catalytic Converter Bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-bolts/132265)
**Author:** [@rjfallon\_146765](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rjfallon_146765)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-bolts/132265 "2019-01-08T20:37:30Z")
I was at the dealership today having a recall completed on my 2014 Honda Pilot, and the technician said that the Catalytic Converter Bolts were rotting out and very loose, and need to be replaced, or the catalytic conver… --- ## [Looking for a used rear driveshaft for my Subaru Outback 2004 and they say it is the earlier one, 2003. Suggestions you have one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-used-rear-driveshaft-for-my-subaru-outback-2004-and-they-say-it-is-the-earlier-one-2003-suggestions-you-have-one/132217)
**Author:** [@Lemonlover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lemonlover)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-used-rear-driveshaft-for-my-subaru-outback-2004-and-they-say-it-is-the-earlier-one-2003-suggestions-you-have-one/132217 "2019-01-08T19:13:02Z")
I have a Subaru Outback, 2004 all wheel drive, manual shift, that needs a used drive shaft. Now it must be the earlier model, 2003 so is specific. What do you know about this. My driveshaft has been wobbling. Any one hav… --- ## [Setting an asking price for 2003 Honda S2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/setting-an-asking-price-for-2003-honda-s2000/132125)
**Author:** [@maryc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maryc)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/setting-an-asking-price-for-2003-honda-s2000/132125 "2019-01-08T19:07:55Z")
Howdy. I am the original/only owner of a black 2003 Honda S2000. It has 65,000 original miles, maintenance kept according to manual requirements, had the clutch replaced (a known clutch issue on this car, not my fault!… --- ## [2009 Corolla S will not start when it rains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-corolla-s-will-not-start-when-it-rains/132213)
**Author:** [@Wayne\_Pace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wayne_Pace)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-corolla-s-will-not-start-when-it-rains/132213 "2019-01-08T18:51:39Z")
My 2009 Corolla S will not start after rain. It cranks fine, but no start. Research points to a possible cracked dizzy cap letting moisture in and causing spark problems, but this car has a computer controlled spark with… --- ## [Noisy subaru forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-subaru-forester/43103)
**Author:** [@teresab326](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teresab326)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-subaru-forester/43103 "2019-01-08T18:49:41Z")
I have a 2003 Subaru Forester with 57,000 miles. The past few months it started making noise which has been getting progressively worse. The noise sounds like metal scraping and it is almost constant when the car is movi… --- ## [Spark plugs misfiring, recent valve cover gaskets and well gaskets replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-misfiring-recent-valve-cover-gaskets-and-well-gaskets-replaced/132205)
**Author:** [@Jeremy\_Sperling](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeremy_Sperling)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-misfiring-recent-valve-cover-gaskets-and-well-gaskets-replaced/132205 "2019-01-08T17:56:50Z")
2004 Hyundai tiburon GT V6 First had replaced in the beginning of 2018 by a mechanic shop, same symptoms started again last month with misfiring when idle and steady worsening to acceleration and then driving. Replaced … --- ## [Getting better FM reception in 2010 Chevrolet Aveo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-better-fm-reception-in-2010-chevrolet-aveo/132245)
**Author:** [@Tom.Carey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom.Carey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-better-fm-reception-in-2010-chevrolet-aveo/132245 "2019-01-08T17:31:20Z")
How can I get better FM reception in my 2001 Avao with a pioneer car stereo? --- ## [2006 Sentra, type of bulbs for dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-type-of-bulbs-for-dash/132237)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 2:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-sentra-type-of-bulbs-for-dash/132237 "2019-01-08T14:17:35Z")
2006 Sentra 1.8S Special Edition Just noticed that the bulb of the speedometer dial is out (rest are OK). What type of bulb does it use? RockAuto shows the bulb and the housing. I wonder if I need both or I can just rep… --- ## [2004 Ford Expedition - Clangs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-clangs/132260)
**Author:** [@JerryLewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerryLewis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-clangs/132260 "2019-01-08T16:42:20Z")
what to do with 04 expedition clanging noise in reverse --- ## [Tire hop or vibration. 85 buick le sabre the car has 137k original miles. I just. Replaced front and rear shocks and still feels un safe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-hop-or-vibration-85-buick-le-sabre-the-car-has-137k-original-miles-i-just-replaced-front-and-rear-shocks-and-still-feels-un-safe/132255)
**Author:** [@Dayner1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dayner1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-hop-or-vibration-85-buick-le-sabre-the-car-has-137k-original-miles-i-just-replaced-front-and-rear-shocks-and-still-feels-un-safe/132255 "2019-01-08T16:25:16Z")
85 buick has sudden vibratibv" --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Paint coming off when washed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-silverado-1500-paint-coming-off-when-washed/132115)
**Author:** [@Rob54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rob54)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-silverado-1500-paint-coming-off-when-washed/132115 "2019-01-08T16:06:08Z")
i was washing my 2013 silverado this morning and the hose was blowing chunks of on the roof where the windshield and roof meet. Brutal i thought the had issues with this in the early 90s it was a primer issue. Evidenta… --- ## [2001 Mustang V6 won't start...cold weather?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mustang-v6-wont-start-cold-weather/22306)
**Author:** [@gmreeder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmreeder)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mustang-v6-wont-start-cold-weather/22306 "2019-01-08T15:16:10Z")
2 times recently my Mustang didn't want to start. The first time was on the first cold day of the season (mid 40s probably), mid-morning, after I had already driven it to work a few hours before. The second time was jus… --- ## [Too much pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-much-pressure/132243)
**Author:** [@andhaf1\_146752](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andhaf1_146752)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-much-pressure/132243 "2019-01-08T15:12:57Z")
I have a 2005 Chevy Suburban and it gets driven not very often. That being said I go out start it and pull out of the garage to charge the battery every so often. However I noticed that my oil pressure is consistently at… --- ## [2013 Ford Edge ABS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-abs-light/132240)
**Author:** [@Deborah55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Deborah55)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-edge-abs-light/132240 "2019-01-08T14:38:36Z")
I have a 2013 ford edge it has a light about the asb brakes not long after I can not make a quick stop. It is not my pads --- ## [2017 Ford Escape - What causes a spark plug to break?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-what-causes-a-spark-plug-to-break/132220)
**Author:** [@Debbie56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Debbie56)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-what-causes-a-spark-plug-to-break/132220 "2019-01-08T14:22:43Z")
What causes a spark plug to break off in the head --- ## [2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - Won't take a charge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-monte-carlo-wont-take-a-charge/132250)
**Author:** [@AntonioGraham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioGraham)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-monte-carlo-wont-take-a-charge/132250 "2019-01-08T14:03:30Z")
My car will not take a charge. I can’t seem to see what the issue is after I charged it for 15 minutes, turn the key to start and it dies. Few months back, I had a mechanic charge it up and start it all up for me and it … --- ## [2005 Land Rover LR3 - Ride changes after suspension work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-land-rover-lr3-ride-changes-after-suspension-work/132147)
**Author:** [@DouglasAllchin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DouglasAllchin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-land-rover-lr3-ride-changes-after-suspension-work/132147 "2019-01-08T13:32:46Z")
Ride seems very harsh after replacement of OEM control arms / bushes and tie rod ends on 2005 LR3 SE with polybushes? --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry - Runs good, but mileage seems low](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-runs-good-but-mileage-seems-low/132160)
**Author:** [@TomAndries](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomAndries)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-runs-good-but-mileage-seems-low/132160 "2019-01-08T05:45:19Z")
Runs great but poor gas mileage? --- ## [2005 Dodge Durango 3.7L V6 Oil Light Dilemma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-durango-3-7l-v6-oil-light-dilemma/132168)
**Author:** [@RichHeyKip](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichHeyKip)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 5:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-durango-3-7l-v6-oil-light-dilemma/132168 "2019-01-08T05:24:36Z")
Do I need an oil pump or worse, what could be more serious? The other day in Las Vegas my oil light was on it chimed. It only chimed once or twice so I kept driving. Well, that was a mistake because it chimed three times… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=704) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=706)