# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=719 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 720 --- ## [(Question/Help) Aftermarket Stereo Issues \[No Sound\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-help-aftermarket-stereo-issues-no-sound/130912)
**Author:** [@dylan\_e\_davis\_145875](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dylan_e_davis_145875)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-help-aftermarket-stereo-issues-no-sound/130912 "2018-12-16T06:01:17Z")
Hello everyone! I’m new to the forums, so I hope I am doing this correctly and apologize ahead of time if i’ve posted this incorrectly… I’m currently working on my griflriends 03 Toyota Solara installing an aftermarket… --- ## [Crosstrek sudden acceleration while braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crosstrek-sudden-acceleration-while-braking/130823)
**Author:** [@Shawn44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shawn44)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 5:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crosstrek-sudden-acceleration-while-braking/130823 "2018-12-16T05:35:49Z")
Why pulling into a parking spot at the local Walmart with the foot on the brake the car suddenly accelerated. Why holding firmly on the brake the car slammed into a concrete base of a light post. The car is A 2014 Subaru… --- ## [2015 Honda Accord Hybrid TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms/128384)
**Author:** [@ccolonna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccolonna)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms/128384 "2018-12-16T03:03:25Z")
My TPMS system has been showing an error (not the low tire pressure error, the error reads “Tire Pressure Monitor Problem”). I have checked the pressures in the tires and they all match. I have re-calibrated the system… --- ## [Brake light turns on when making sharp turn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-light-turns-on-when-making-sharp-turn/130876)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Zhang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Zhang)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-light-turns-on-when-making-sharp-turn/130876 "2018-12-16T01:40:39Z")
2012 Ford Escape hybrid with 130k miles runs fine on highways but in local driving the brake light turns on while making sharp turn. It happens about twice a month. Light goes off when restart the car. Have this issue … --- ## [2009 Toyota Camry needs trusty mechanic to fix radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-needs-trusty-mechanic-to-fix-radiator/130754)
**Author:** [@Michael31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael31)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-needs-trusty-mechanic-to-fix-radiator/130754 "2018-12-15T20:43:27Z")
Radiator leak in front. I need an ASE certified honest mechanic to diagnose my car and give me quote and fix the car. Toyota Camry 2009 XLE. 4 cyl. Thanks Mike --- ## [2001 Peugeot 106 is idling rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-peugeot-106-is-idling-rough/130828)
**Author:** [@1117](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1117)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-peugeot-106-is-idling-rough/130828 "2018-12-15T20:31:11Z")
1.1 liter gas engine. As the title says, the car idles rough, however, it’s barely noticeable, I have found a video with the exact problem, it idles the same way as this car : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QECxJBrffo4 … --- ## [1998 Ford Expedition - Transmissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-expedition-transmissions/130898)
**Author:** [@FrankJCurry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankJCurry)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-expedition-transmissions/130898 "2018-12-15T18:30:35Z")
put in another transmission still hesitates going up a hill. Same promblem --- ## [Bose radio stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bose-radio-stopped-working/130269)
**Author:** [@WensonF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WensonF)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bose-radio-stopped-working/130269 "2018-12-15T17:58:29Z")
I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima with a factory Bose stereo system. The entire Bose radio/tape unit will not turn on. The strange thing is that I could get it to work by cutting the power to the unit (removing the fuses AUDI… --- ## [2003 Ford Explorer - Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-battery-drain/130887)
**Author:** [@Karen37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen37)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-battery-drain/130887 "2018-12-15T17:43:26Z")
Battery replaced, alternator replaced, battery drained I;4 days of sitting in Parking Lot. Car has 85,000. Miles, always serviced by dealer --- ## [Dodge charger 2007 Heater problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-charger-2007-heater-problem/83675)
**Author:** [@bee2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bee2)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-charger-2007-heater-problem/83675 "2018-12-15T17:05:04Z")
Hi there, my dodge charger 3.5L 2007 model have heater problem, The heat blows out cold air. can any one help me fix this problem? anyone faced similer issue. Thanks --- ## [2002 GMC Sierra 2500 - Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sierra-2500-brakes/130870)
**Author:** [@PaulBlome](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulBlome)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sierra-2500-brakes/130870 "2018-12-15T16:42:47Z")
ABS system is hyperactive and/or hard break petal. @ low mph (single digits) ABS kicks in on dry, normal driving conditions when it should never activate. Hydro boost brake booster already replaced. but problem did no… --- ## [2011 Ford Fusion - Steering locked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fusion-steering-locked/130884)
**Author:** [@FredaWilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredaWilliams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fusion-steering-locked/130884 "2018-12-15T14:52:57Z")
Power steering assist fault light came on steeering wheel locked then turn off then work when back out parking lot --- ## [2013 Volkswagen Passat - HVAC fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-hvac-fan/130873)
**Author:** [@JamesHemrich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesHemrich)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 12:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-hvac-fan/130873 "2018-12-15T12:59:47Z")
I have a 2013 VW Passat TDI SEL with 120,000 miles. Within the last month the heater/AC fan blower motor would suddenly cut out and not work. I was able to correct it for a while by turning off and restarting the climati… --- ## [2004 Honda Civic - 5 alternators](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-5-alternators/130843)
**Author:** [@JamesToland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesToland)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-5-alternators/130843 "2018-12-15T12:46:44Z")
2004 Honda civic lx I have had some underlying electrical issue for years now the power fluctuates high and low I’ve replaced and rebuilt the alternator 4 times now in as many years and still have the issue I’ve been to … --- ## [No start on 2009 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-on-2009-accord/130341)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Wretzel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Wretzel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-on-2009-accord/130341 "2018-12-15T04:53:39Z")
Hi all, 2009 Accord, 80k miles, was having some starting trouble. Took it to a shop, they checked alt/battery and confirmed alternator was bad. I ordered and installed a new Denso alternator. Negative battery cable was … --- ## [2005 bmw x5 check.engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-bmw-x5-check-engine-light/130813)
**Author:** [@Raychaos20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Raychaos20)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2018, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-bmw-x5-check-engine-light/130813 "2018-12-15T03:42:21Z")
Can anyone help me. I have no clue about cars really. I just bought a 2005 BMW X5 30i e53 and it ran fine for 3 days… accept the battery light was on… well day 3 it died on the hwy just went dead wouldn’t start. Flash fo… --- ## [Truck Won't Start in The Rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-start-in-the-rain/46554)
**Author:** [@shoofirbin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shoofirbin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-wont-start-in-the-rain/46554 "2018-12-14T23:22:26Z")
hello all: this is kind of a last resort for me, so thank you in advance to anyone who can offer any good info. i have a 2000 chevy s10 pick-up with the v6 engine. the truck runs pretty well except for one major pro… --- ## [2006 Pontiac Grand Prix low beams go out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-grand-prix-low-beams-go-out/130783)
**Author:** [@Caligiuri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caligiuri)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-grand-prix-low-beams-go-out/130783 "2018-12-14T22:55:01Z")
my low beams continue to go out. I have replaced bulbs, fuses and they continue to go out. --- ## [2003 Mazda 3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-3/130818)
**Author:** [@Cameronstanton55\_143929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronstanton55_143929)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-3/130818 "2018-12-14T21:40:01Z")
Anyone know how to reset/reboot the airbag codes? My car was hit in the front and deployed the airbags. So I replaced the sensors, airbags, airbag control module, and the seat belt that locked up. Now the light is still … --- ## [Subaru running a little hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-running-a-little-hot/130304)
**Author:** [@PaulCh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulCh)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-running-a-little-hot/130304 "2018-12-14T21:06:26Z")
My 1998 Subaru Legacy L is running around 8-10º hotter than normal. I see this on my ODBC app on my iPhone. What is odd is that it is running hotter at higher speeds on the Interstate. The temperatures are well within wh… --- ## [1990 Cadillac DeVille - Lucas Complete](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-cadillac-deville-lucas-complete/130851)
**Author:** [@PhilZanti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilZanti)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-cadillac-deville-lucas-complete/130851 "2018-12-14T18:38:00Z")
Does Lucas Complete fuel treatment work? --- ## [2003 Subaru Impreza grinding at low speeds accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-impreza-grinding-at-low-speeds-accelerating/130845)
**Author:** [@Lee\_Cantrell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lee_Cantrell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-impreza-grinding-at-low-speeds-accelerating/130845 "2018-12-14T18:09:22Z")
Hi all, I have a 2003 Impreza with 143,000 miles on it. It has recently re-tooled head gaskets, four new wheel bearings, and a few other services but it is making a strange noise. When I am accelerating from 0-30ish I … --- ## [Van heater only works on high. Please help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-heater-only-works-on-high-please-help/130672)
**Author:** [@Erin\_Gervais](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erin_Gervais)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-heater-only-works-on-high-please-help/130672 "2018-12-14T18:07:10Z")
Hi. I just had the radiator and thermostat replaced on my 2001 Dodge Caravan and now my heater only blows air on high. Is this just coincidence or could this be related to the repair. --- ## [2019 Acura TL- Battery cable change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-acura-tl-battery-cable-change/130744)
**Author:** [@AntonioMcGrew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioMcGrew)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-acura-tl-battery-cable-change/130744 "2018-12-14T17:16:32Z")
I want to know if my battery cables can be changed. --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport heater blower only blows cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-heater-blower-only-blows-cold/130785)
**Author:** [@Beckywebbe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beckywebbe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-heater-blower-only-blows-cold/130785 "2018-12-14T16:25:05Z")
Heater blower working but only blows cold air when heater turned on --- ## [1997 Maxima - 14 igition coils failed over last 5,000 miles and they keep failing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-maxima-14-igition-coils-failed-over-last-5-000-miles-and-they-keep-failing/130811)
**Author:** [@plat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plat)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-maxima-14-igition-coils-failed-over-last-5-000-miles-and-they-keep-failing/130811 "2018-12-14T14:25:55Z")
When they fail, they get extremely hot and the insides melt out. All six original coils and 8 new ones from several brands, including OEM have failed this way. New ones have failed in as few as 3 miles, or as long a… --- ## [Measuring the heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/measuring-the-heat/130831)
**Author:** [@tonpuku\_145817](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tonpuku_145817)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/measuring-the-heat/130831 "2018-12-14T13:39:03Z")
I looked at the heat of Gaage, and it was so beautiful while it was still fun. It runs over 5 minutes in the middle of the road. The air in the room was hot. The bus passes through the red line to Redline, and then retur… --- ## [Loud noise after clutch replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-noise-after-clutch-replacement/130798)
**Author:** [@Autumnrayew\_145783](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Autumnrayew_145783)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 9:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-noise-after-clutch-replacement/130798 "2018-12-14T09:27:08Z")
We had a mechanic replace the clutch on our '96 ford ranger. We learned he might not be as good as we had once thought. He removed the transmission and muffler to replace the clutch. Once he was done and we drove it, it … --- ## [Mystery beeping from Corolla dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-beeping-from-corolla-dash/130693)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-beeping-from-corolla-dash/130693 "2018-12-14T07:02:36Z")
My daughter’s 2014 Corolla started beeping tonight. After the seatbelt chime stops, another different pitched beep comes from the dash without any warning or indicator lights. I think i counted about 12 beeps and then … --- ## [1986 Nissan 300ZX - Looking for help with engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-nissan-300zx-looking-for-help-with-engine/130727)
**Author:** [@AMIR24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AMIR24)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-nissan-300zx-looking-for-help-with-engine/130727 "2018-12-14T05:50:35Z")
Hi guys I love your podcast and have laughed at many episodes like a crazy man and my coworkers think I’m insane. Any who, I have a 86 Nissan 300zx the engine was rebuilt properly from ground up with bigger pistons new … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=718) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=720)