# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=714 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 715 --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Cobalt - won't start hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-cobalt-wont-start-hot/131384)
**Author:** [@ritaqureshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ritaqureshi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2018, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-cobalt-wont-start-hot/131384 "2018-12-25T03:24:50Z")
car won,t start if too hot --- ## [Noise near alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-near-alternator/131375)
**Author:** [@Bobby\_Sumner\_Jr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobby_Sumner_Jr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-near-alternator/131375 "2018-12-24T23:38:13Z")
04 taurus was making a rumbling noise And sounded like it was the bearings inside the alternator so I changed it and that was not the problem. Does anybody have an idea? --- ## [2006 Lexus RX 330 smells like it’s overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-330-smells-like-it-s-overheating/131371)
**Author:** [@DavidAllen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidAllen)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-330-smells-like-it-s-overheating/131371 "2018-12-24T21:13:42Z")
car smells light it overheating but engine does not run hot. I can drive all the time and it runs cool. But it smell light it is overheating. --- ## [2016 Ford Edge - battery has died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-battery-has-died/131369)
**Author:** [@LouMarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LouMarc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-edge-battery-has-died/131369 "2018-12-24T19:45:44Z")
The battery just dies. Completely dead. After a jump start it will run again for awhile. Then dies again usually over night. Nothing left on to drain battery. Have had it towed in 6 times over last 2 years. The tow truc… --- ## [2010 VW Jetta Cruse Control Err](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-cruse-control-err/90650)
**Author:** [@74Bug](https://community.cartalk.com/u/74Bug)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-cruse-control-err/90650 "2018-12-24T19:20:46Z")
I have a 2010 VW Jetta that now displays "Err" when I turn on the cruse control toggle - It is an automatic and all the break lights work - How do I self diagnose and fix? Or is the something the tech wizards at VW will … --- ## [2004 Mercury Mountaineer turns over, won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercury-mountaineer-turns-over-won-t-start/131347)
**Author:** [@shirley57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shirley57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercury-mountaineer-turns-over-won-t-start/131347 "2018-12-24T18:53:13Z")
car turns over but will not start i got fuel spark new battery new cam sensor new crank sensor --- ## [Do slow cranks "just happen" in the winter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-slow-cranks-just-happen-in-the-winter/92508)
**Author:** [@kaitzi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kaitzi)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-slow-cranks-just-happen-in-the-winter/92508 "2018-12-24T18:19:35Z")
I'm in Michigan with a 2009 Honda civic. It's been cold lately, but we've stayed in the positive temps, so not as cold as the last few years. In the last two weeks I've had a slow turnover/crank about three times. The … --- ## [Porsche Panamera rear axle damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-panamera-rear-axle-damage/131328)
**Author:** [@Kal\_Kss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kal_Kss)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-panamera-rear-axle-damage/131328 "2018-12-24T17:30:31Z")
Hi all I have a part as seen in the picture which has snapped on my rear axle/suspension area of my Porsche Panamera D 2013. I can not for the life in me find this part? Does anyone have a name of it or part number? L… --- ## [Temp Gauge flashing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temp-gauge-flashing/131219)
**Author:** [@DavidHallberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidHallberg)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temp-gauge-flashing/131219 "2018-12-24T16:45:13Z")
My 2008 Toyota Yaris’ temperature gauge flashes, then may stay on. If I turn on the compartment heater (not to hottest setting),the temperature gauge will go off. I took it to a garage. They checked it out and said th… --- ## [P2646 Code on 2004 Honda Element](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2646-code-on-2004-honda-element/131335)
**Author:** [@Misael\_Ramos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Misael_Ramos)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2646-code-on-2004-honda-element/131335 "2018-12-24T16:15:36Z")
Check engine came on and it read P2646 which is apparently as a result of engine sludge immobilizing a rocker arm actuator. Should I do a flush? With what? Solution was to replace the spool valve gasket ($5-15). I also … --- ## [2017 Hyundai Tucson AWD "knock" noise on acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-tucson-awd-knock-noise-on-acceleration/107460)
**Author:** [@fperillo.92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fperillo.92)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-tucson-awd-knock-noise-on-acceleration/107460 "2018-12-24T13:56:25Z")
2017 Hyundai Tucson AWD 2.0 5400 KM Hey guys, I have a brand new Tucson AWD, purchased the vehicle in March 2017. It has been about 2-3 months I have realized there is a noise each time I accelerate with the car. The … --- ## [Replace headlights from same generation different year car models, possible?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-headlights-from-same-generation-different-year-car-models-possible/131338)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-headlights-from-same-generation-different-year-car-models-possible/131338 "2018-12-24T13:04:53Z")
There is an interesting thread on the Forester board where the poster is considering changing the complete headlight with different year model. Its a great idea actually but I am curious if it will fit. https://www.suba… --- ## [2002 Ford Taurus won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-taurus-won-t-start/131318)
**Author:** [@Kaijawn\_146156](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaijawn_146156)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-taurus-won-t-start/131318 "2018-12-24T03:11:05Z")
Just bought the car on Tuesday, broke down on Friday. While driving for about 45 minutes my 2002 Ford Taurus started making a loud fast knocking sound at first it sounded like something was dragging underneath the car. I… --- ## [2014 Kia Sportage - installed new radio, still won’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sportage-installed-new-radio-still-won-t-work/131270)
**Author:** [@bill56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bill56)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2018, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sportage-installed-new-radio-still-won-t-work/131270 "2018-12-24T01:22:26Z")
my radio buttons don’t work cant change clock or get menu up can turn radio station manuly just put 2nd radio in --- ## [2008 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport - ring job vs motor replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-ring-job-vs-motor-replacement/131324)
**Author:** [@ROBERTFRANSON](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ROBERTFRANSON)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-ring-job-vs-motor-replacement/131324 "2018-12-23T20:52:16Z")
Is it better to do a ring job or replace the motopr --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Prix blinking CEL disappeared](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-blinking-cel-disappeared/131302)
**Author:** [@Justin56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justin56)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-blinking-cel-disappeared/131302 "2018-12-23T18:48:48Z")
My check engine light started blinking and it felt to misfire then the light went away --- ## [2004 BMW X5 - Trouble starting in cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-bmw-x5-trouble-starting-in-cold/131160)
**Author:** [@jose15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jose15)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-bmw-x5-trouble-starting-in-cold/131160 "2018-12-23T17:55:22Z")
won’t start when it cold outside --- ## [What’s this sound about?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-this-sound-about/131206)
**Author:** [@mhembre7210\_146059](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mhembre7210_146059)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-this-sound-about/131206 "2018-12-23T17:29:32Z")
I have a strange sound that I can’t make out. I just brought this Nissan infinity g35 in about a week ago and spent over $400 for a repair which I described as, please fix this noise. Well a different noise is back now… --- ## [2008 Saturn Vue - Scraping noise from brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-vue-scraping-noise-from-brakes/131106)
**Author:** [@PaulJumba](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulJumba)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-vue-scraping-noise-from-brakes/131106 "2018-12-23T17:08:57Z")
I have a problem with a noise when I slowdown with my foot on the brake , increasing pressure until I stop. So far so good. But the problem is a rubbing sound I hear as I do this. I went to my mechanic and explained what… --- ## [2006 Dodge Durango: Poor Idle at Startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-poor-idle-at-startup/131245)
**Author:** [@andy\_146106](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andy_146106)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-poor-idle-at-startup/131245 "2018-12-23T16:26:06Z")
Vehicle Information: I own a 2006 Dodge Durango Limited with the standard 4.7 V8. The car has 154k miles. About Me: I am fairly self-reliant with repairing cars. I am, however, not great at diagnostic work. Although, th… --- ## [2012 Jeep Patriot radio can’t stay on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-patriot-radio-can-t-stay-on/131307)
**Author:** [@DougRimbey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DougRimbey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 3:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-patriot-radio-can-t-stay-on/131307 "2018-12-23T15:17:10Z")
radio will stop working then start up maybe 15-20 minutes later, no sound comes out even though the display still shows radio station & clock, satilite radio, mp3 plug-in still works even though radio is silent. sometime… --- ## [Door dent in 2008 Nissan Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-dent-in-2008-nissan-altima/131186)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-dent-in-2008-nissan-altima/131186 "2018-12-23T15:13:09Z")
OK, first dent (kind of big but not deep and no creases) on the rear passenger door of my Altima. I’ve done the research on dent removal methods; vacuum cleaner with bucket, toilet or sink plunger, hair dryer and compre… --- ## [P0420 and engine coolant temp sensor. Weird problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-and-engine-coolant-temp-sensor-weird-problems/131279)
**Author:** [@Don\_Singer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don_Singer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-and-engine-coolant-temp-sensor-weird-problems/131279 "2018-12-23T15:07:35Z")
I have a 2007 Chevy equinox AWD. The issue started as a P0420 check engine code. Car seems to run normally other than when the code is popped the car shifts somewhat sluggishly. Things I have replaced so far: Both 02 s… --- ## [2006 Toyota Prius dashboard went out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-prius-dashboard-went-out/131309)
**Author:** [@ElvisAsorwoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElvisAsorwoe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-prius-dashboard-went-out/131309 "2018-12-23T14:42:42Z")
My dashboard went off sometime ago. I took it to the dealer and they could not tell me the exact problem but said it will cost me $1800 to replace the computer on the dashboard. I left and drove the car without gas gaug… --- ## [Taurus Ignition/Starter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-ignition-starter-issues/131282)
**Author:** [@Liam\_Armstrong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liam_Armstrong)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-ignition-starter-issues/131282 "2018-12-23T14:11:42Z")
Ford Taurus Se 2001 120k-123k+ miles Ford taurus has been having issues starting, so far we have replaced the old starter with a new starter, replaced the positive and negative battery leads, a starter relay fuse in t… --- ## [07 pt cruiser..no fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-pt-cruiser-no-fuel/131241)
**Author:** [@cobjorklund\_146103](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cobjorklund_146103)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-pt-cruiser-no-fuel/131241 "2018-12-23T11:59:43Z")
I have a cruiser with no fuel pressure. Replaced pump and still no fuel coming to motor. Checked fuses and a few of the fuses for the ASD system have no power. Can’t find a wiring diagram or anything on schematics for a … --- ## [Figuring out tire age - 1977 Jeep Grand Wagoneer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/figuring-out-tire-age-1977-jeep-grand-wagoneer/131289)
**Author:** [@caseyolsthoorn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caseyolsthoorn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 9:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/figuring-out-tire-age-1977-jeep-grand-wagoneer/131289 "2018-12-23T09:59:25Z")
I am trying to determine the age of a set of old tires. They are General Grabber tires 31/10.50R15 it says DOT ADYK 924242 and another says ADYK 924232 What do these numbers mean --- ## [Will it harm 2015 Honda Fit to turn ignition while car is running?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-it-harm-2015-honda-fit-to-turn-ignition-while-car-is-running/131300)
**Author:** [@arun.keshavamurthy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arun.keshavamurthy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-it-harm-2015-honda-fit-to-turn-ignition-while-car-is-running/131300 "2018-12-23T04:33:51Z")
Car engines these days are so silent that i’m often confused if its running or not. Many a times I have turned the ignition on even when the engine is running and its makes a painful metallic sweaky noise. Question is - … --- ## [07 Nissan Versa acceleration issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-nissan-versa-acceleration-issues/131243)
**Author:** [@spaceishigh\_146104](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spaceishigh_146104)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-nissan-versa-acceleration-issues/131243 "2018-12-23T01:34:09Z")
So I bought this car about a week ago, had a friend look it over and everything seemed fine. We both drove it, I was able to make a good deal on the car (or so I thought…), and we agreed on a time and place to switch eve… --- ## [2010 Ford Fusion Sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-sport/131291)
**Author:** [@Harpfamily5\_146135](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harpfamily5_146135)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-sport/131291 "2018-12-23T01:23:24Z")
Low oil pressure light on at idle. Any ideas? Thanks [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=713) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=715)