# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=707 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 708 --- ## [Bleeding brakes with vacuum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bleeding-brakes-with-vacuum/132058)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2019, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bleeding-brakes-with-vacuum/132058 "2019-01-07T00:55:45Z")
Another post inspired this question. I’ve had some luck with vacuum bleeders, but not a lot. I like to use them to pull as much fluid and air out as I can before bothering my wife to help. My cheap vacuum needs replaced.… --- ## [2011 Honda Odyssey needs $2K repairs....decisions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-odyssey-needs-2k-repairs-decisions/131913)
**Author:** [@tpuppie\_146537](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tpuppie_146537)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2019, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-odyssey-needs-2k-repairs-decisions/131913 "2019-01-07T00:55:27Z")
Hi. I hope you can offer some advice. Just found out (from trusted mechanic) that our 2011 Odyssey needs a new axle, sway bar and motor mount, to the tune of $1250. We were also told that we are due for a new timing bel… --- ## [Looking for mechanic for 2001 Dodge Ram 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-mechanic-for-2001-dodge-ram-1500/132130)
**Author:** [@Kirsten23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirsten23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-mechanic-for-2001-dodge-ram-1500/132130 "2019-01-06T23:04:42Z")
Where is the best mechanic in Casa Grande AZ? --- ## [2007 Honda CR-V - Losing antifreeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-losing-antifreeze/132118)
**Author:** [@carlson57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carlson57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-losing-antifreeze/132118 "2019-01-06T20:39:20Z")
My daughters 07hondacivic is losing coolant somewhere, thinking it may b thru headgasket. and when my husband changed the oil in it, it was sludgsy, don’t know if she hadn’t changed it for awhile(will never admit if she … --- ## [04 nissan 350z bad idle while in drive! Please help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-nissan-350z-bad-idle-while-in-drive-please-help/132015)
**Author:** [@Rpbaile](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rpbaile)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-nissan-350z-bad-idle-while-in-drive-please-help/132015 "2019-01-06T19:19:06Z")
Hello everyone! First time 350z owner and poster in this group, guys I just bought an Automatic 04 touring convertible with 145k miles for 5200$ from private individual. Now I test drove the car before I bought it of cou… --- ## [2000 Dodge Intrepid -Starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-intrepid-starter/132098)
**Author:** [@bob24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bob24)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-intrepid-starter/132098 "2019-01-06T17:40:21Z")
starterwillnotengage,why? --- ## [2001 Buick Century -- High Idle Then Stall on Cold Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-high-idle-then-stall-on-cold-start/132104)
**Author:** [@Njlemanski\_146666](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Njlemanski_146666)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-high-idle-then-stall-on-cold-start/132104 "2019-01-06T17:01:20Z")
When starting the vehicle with either the remote start or the key, the engine revs up and then down several times before idling so low that the vehicle stalls. If I am in the car, I can give the engine some gas during th… --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester - coolant fluctuates but no leak found](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-coolant-fluctuates-but-no-leak-found/131982)
**Author:** [@Margysanchez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Margysanchez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-coolant-fluctuates-but-no-leak-found/131982 "2019-01-06T15:44:31Z")
I have a 2017 Subaru Forester that has low coolant in the reserve. It fluctuates high to low and I and service dealer have added coolant/water accordingly. Some passengers have smelled coolant. Dealer has twice inspected… --- ## [Jeep 2005 4 Wheel Drive Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-2005-4-wheel-drive-question/132073)
**Author:** [@Chase\_Popp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chase_Popp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-2005-4-wheel-drive-question/132073 "2019-01-06T14:59:59Z")
Hello, I have an issue with my Jeep’s 4 Wheel Drive and I am hoping someone can answer this question for me. Back about 2 weeks ago, my Jeep’s 4 Wheel Calibration got mixed up. Now, the computer is telling me that the l… --- ## [2012 Honda Civic Cpe groan after engaging clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-cpe-groan-after-engaging-clutch/132089)
**Author:** [@PaulKennelly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulKennelly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-cpe-groan-after-engaging-clutch/132089 "2019-01-06T14:48:46Z")
I have a 2012 civic si every once in a while I hear a groan when I engage the clutch from a standing start --- ## [2003 Honda Civic No Crank No Start at random](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-no-crank-no-start-at-random/132087)
**Author:** [@ab977\_146656](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ab977_146656)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-no-crank-no-start-at-random/132087 "2019-01-06T14:32:10Z")
I have a 2003 Honda Civic that sometimes will not crank or start. I put the key in, turn, and sometimes hear a click but nothing happens. No power, no lights, no radio… The problem has been happening randomly for a few … --- ## [Manual car thunk and louder sounding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-car-thunk-and-louder-sounding/132069)
**Author:** [@SamanthaH9899](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamanthaH9899)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-car-thunk-and-louder-sounding/132069 "2019-01-06T13:47:51Z")
I drive a 2013 honda civic manual transmission. On my way to work tonight, I got off the hwy and was stopped at a light in the off ramp. When I went to go into first gear I was letting out the clutch and applying the ga… --- ## [2008 Escalade Service Airbag Light B0083](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-escalade-service-airbag-light-b0083/132083)
**Author:** [@lhaji\_146653](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lhaji_146653)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 6:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-escalade-service-airbag-light-b0083/132083 "2019-01-06T06:46:38Z")
Hello, I have a service airbag light on and a code that reads B0083. I have already changed both of the front impact sensors to no avail. The light came on when I hit a pothole, I know this because when the service air… --- ## [Brakes very soft - go to floor - nobody can fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-very-soft-go-to-floor-nobody-can-fix/132003)
**Author:** [@veraxodium\_146601](https://community.cartalk.com/u/veraxodium_146601)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-very-soft-go-to-floor-nobody-can-fix/132003 "2019-01-06T05:29:58Z")
Brake travel is ridiculous and barely brakes at all until I get almost to the floor and then they seem fine. 2007 Ford Taurus 110k miles, bought a couple months ago. After buying took to mechanic and they flushed, new… --- ## [No Oil in Oil Filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-oil-filter/8003)
**Author:** [@toskie23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toskie23)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-oil-filter/8003 "2019-01-06T04:14:35Z")
I have a 1996 Ford Ranger, 3.0L V-6 Flex-fuel engine with 100,000 miles on it. When I went to change the oil and filter a couple days ago, there was only a little bit of oil in the filter (not full as I have seen on nume… --- ## [2006 Dodge Durango - won't start after shutting off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-wont-start-after-shutting-off/131757)
**Author:** [@Rosaleeweischedel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rosaleeweischedel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-wont-start-after-shutting-off/131757 "2019-01-06T03:58:21Z")
2006 Durango won’t start after shutting it off. It’s not the fuel pump or cam sensor. It turns over, but won’t start. --- ## [Clanking noise in front wheels when turn the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clanking-noise-in-front-wheels-when-turn-the-car/132076)
**Author:** [@gtoyac\_146646](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gtoyac_146646)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clanking-noise-in-front-wheels-when-turn-the-car/132076 "2019-01-06T03:50:15Z")
Mercedes ML350 Bluetech 2015 30000km When I make a right hand turn mainly but also left turn both at low speed, there is a “clank” or “knock” noise (only once) in front wheels. The noise does not happen every time I tu… --- ## [01 F150 5.4 won't reverse after newly rebuilt transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-f150-5-4-wont-reverse-after-newly-rebuilt-transmission/132055)
**Author:** [@tmcws](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tmcws)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/01-f150-5-4-wont-reverse-after-newly-rebuilt-transmission/132055 "2019-01-06T03:28:23Z")
I have a 2001 F150 supercrew with a 5.4L engine, 110,000 miles. It is my husband’s daily driver for work. At the end of October, he started it after not driving it for about a week, and it wouldn’t go in reverse. It s… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Impala - moisture in the headlight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-moisture-in-the-headlight/132043)
**Author:** [@Sharon45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharon45)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-moisture-in-the-headlight/132043 "2019-01-06T03:23:50Z")
Why does the passenger head light gets moister in it? I own a 2000 Chevy Malibu and it did the same thing, is there a solution for this. Also once it a while it has a clunk sound when you step on the gas. --- ## [2009 Kia Rio cuts off suddenly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-rio-cuts-off-suddenly/132007)
**Author:** [@AnthonyApps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnthonyApps)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-kia-rio-cuts-off-suddenly/132007 "2019-01-05T02:39:04Z")
Kia Rio LE 2009 - Car starts and runs for a little while, then cuts out without warning. No fault codes present. Carried out fuel and spark tests. Fuel not getting through fuel pump on disconnection. Sprayed with starter… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Colorado - sticky valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-colorado-sticky-valve/132014)
**Author:** [@JohnCassidy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnCassidy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-colorado-sticky-valve/132014 "2019-01-05T04:56:04Z")
I have a 2008 Colorado with 160,000 miles and a sticky valve. Dealer wants $4000 to replace the head. Is there anything I can do to free-up the valve? --- ## [2003 Oldsmobile Alero dies right after start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-oldsmobile-alero-dies-right-after-start/132018)
**Author:** [@Sharon\_M](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharon_M)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 7:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-oldsmobile-alero-dies-right-after-start/132018 "2019-01-05T07:48:56Z")
My 03 Oldsmobile alero 2.2l ecotec will start then die right away. Today I changed the fuel pressure regulator, fuel filter, air filter and still does the same thing but I put starting fluid in the manifold and it starte… --- ## [1997 Chevrolet 1500 idles fast and shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-1500-idles-fast-and-shuts-off/132063)
**Author:** [@Ruben55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ruben55)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevrolet-1500-idles-fast-and-shuts-off/132063 "2019-01-06T02:07:36Z")
When I start my Pick up it will start idling very fast and then shut off. What could be the problem? --- ## [Turn signal light problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-light-problems/132005)
**Author:** [@dguttentag\_146603](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dguttentag_146603)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-light-problems/132005 "2019-01-06T02:01:45Z")
Hello all, I’m having the following turn signal light issue with my 09 Hyundai Tucson: Right side (front/rear) turn signals frequently not working. When engaged, there is rapid clicking, but neither light flashes. Thi… --- ## [2001 Dodge Neon trans stays in first gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-neon-trans-stays-in-first-gear/132052)
**Author:** [@AdolfoArista](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AdolfoArista)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2019, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-neon-trans-stays-in-first-gear/132052 "2019-01-06T01:35:25Z")
transmission staying in first gear --- ## [How long does it take for oil to circulate through an engine after start up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-for-oil-to-circulate-through-an-engine-after-start-up/92850)
**Author:** [@Dsyanick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dsyanick)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-does-it-take-for-oil-to-circulate-through-an-engine-after-start-up/92850 "2019-01-05T22:08:38Z")
I was just wondering about this today. Say you start up your car in the morning after it has been sitting for a while. The oil has drained into the oil pan. How long would it take for the oil from your pan to get circula… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Cruze - am I using the wrong gas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-cruze-am-i-using-the-wrong-gas/132046)
**Author:** [@JohnDeBlase](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnDeBlase)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-cruze-am-i-using-the-wrong-gas/132046 "2019-01-05T21:15:11Z")
I have a 2016.Cruze. I have had the car in four times because the dash light keeps lighting. they say I am using the wrong gas and taking to many short trips. They are also replacing the catalytic converter. Is this true… --- ## [1982 GMC 2500 - switching to multi-grade oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-gmc-2500-switching-to-multi-grade-oil/132049)
**Author:** [@JimSmith42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimSmith42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-gmc-2500-switching-to-multi-grade-oil/132049 "2019-01-05T21:10:26Z")
I have used regular 30 weight engine oil in my 6.2 diesel for many years. This oil is getting more difficult to find. Is there any problem with switching to a multi-grade oil? --- ## [U0101 Lost Communication with TCM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u0101-lost-communication-with-tcm/131760)
**Author:** [@Adam\_VanWert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adam_VanWert)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/u0101-lost-communication-with-tcm/131760 "2019-01-05T20:03:36Z")
I have a 2010 Mazda 3 that recently showed a simultaneous check engine light and AT light. It was making a loud clunk sound when shifting into reverse and was stuck in what seemed to be 3rd gear (limp mode). The code … --- ## [2006 Jetta TDI (automatic) 1.9L 4 Cyl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jetta-tdi-automatic-1-9l-4-cyl/132025)
**Author:** [@Colston\_Meeks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colston_Meeks)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2019, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jetta-tdi-automatic-1-9l-4-cyl/132025 "2019-01-05T17:32:38Z")
Just bought a very well maintained 2006 Jetta TDI. Car makes a slight scratching noise ONLY in park and neutral. Shifts just fine drives like a charm. Was told it could be the DMF or the Clutch. What parts need to be rep… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=706) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=708)