# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=720 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 721 --- ## [Recovered stolen 96 Accord - need to unlock steering wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recovered-stolen-96-accord-need-to-unlock-steering-wheel/130738)
**Author:** [@davidbenman\_145763](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidbenman_145763)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recovered-stolen-96-accord-need-to-unlock-steering-wheel/130738 "2018-12-14T03:35:30Z")
Hi there, I wish my first post here would have been for some other reason, but I’m in need of some help with my 1996 Honda Accord lx. I recently got the car back after it got stolen awhile ago. Thankfully, it seems to b… --- ## [Mercedes glc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-glc/130819)
**Author:** [@krajan1978\_145814](https://community.cartalk.com/u/krajan1978_145814)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 2:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-glc/130819 "2018-12-14T02:49:28Z")
Hi everyone. I’m driving Mercedes GLC 300. It seems to me that since last service ( when they rotated all tires) it started to make a short lived “clunking” noise that is commin from a driver side. It only happens right… --- ## [Keep or junk 2000 Jeep Cherokee?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-junk-2000-jeep-cherokee/130816)
**Author:** [@janetwitherspoon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janetwitherspoon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2018, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-junk-2000-jeep-cherokee/130816 "2018-12-14T02:24:46Z")
i have a couple issues. we bought it used and was told the brakes were bad. the brakes are fine. the knocking noise is not fine though. it now has made a loud pop sound today when i parked and when i start it and shift t… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Malibu - Transmission precautions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-precautions/130750)
**Author:** [@chad20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chad20)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 10:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-malibu-transmission-precautions/130750 "2018-12-13T22:53:33Z")
buying a 2011 chevy malibu 1lt with 86k miles on it precautions to take with transmission --- ## [2017 Hyundai Tucson - DCT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-tucson-dct/130748)
**Author:** [@RonForsee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonForsee)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-tucson-dct/130748 "2018-12-13T22:30:36Z")
Do the same dct problems exist on the 2017 Tucson --- ## [2008 Jeep Liberty - rear lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-liberty-rear-lights/130780)
**Author:** [@kevin39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevin39)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-liberty-rear-lights/130780 "2018-12-13T21:59:59Z")
rear lights used to flash when arming the alarm. this no longer happens --- ## [2000 Volkswagen Passat terminal is really hot when car starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-passat-terminal-is-really-hot-when-car-starts/130797)
**Author:** [@Fasina](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fasina)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volkswagen-passat-terminal-is-really-hot-when-car-starts/130797 "2018-12-13T21:58:48Z")
One of the terminal of my car is very hot whenever I start the car.pls what’s the solution --- ## [2015 Chevrolet Tahoe - Brakes make lights flash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-tahoe-brakes-make-lights-flash/130751)
**Author:** [@dabwhite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dabwhite)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-tahoe-brakes-make-lights-flash/130751 "2018-12-13T20:40:07Z")
when I step on the brake pedal the interior lights flash. why does this happen and how do I make it stop? --- ## [2017 Honda Accord Hybrid braking mitigation repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-hybrid-braking-mitigation-repair/130793)
**Author:** [@Johnson29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Johnson29)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-accord-hybrid-braking-mitigation-repair/130793 "2018-12-13T20:22:19Z")
Can the braking mitigation system be repaired? I have had my car in to the Honda dealership where I bought the car multiple times. The system alerts me at random times for cars that are in other lanes, oncoming traffic… --- ## [1970 Dodge Dart - Vintage car valve seats?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-dodge-dart-vintage-car-valve-seats/130394)
**Author:** [@MichaelVasko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelVasko)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-dodge-dart-vintage-car-valve-seats/130394 "2018-12-13T18:19:31Z")
How do you know if your vintage car needs valve seats? --- ## [Gauging costs for 2006 Outback replacement engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauging-costs-for-2006-outback-replacement-engine/130697)
**Author:** [@SARoyal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SARoyal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gauging-costs-for-2006-outback-replacement-engine/130697 "2018-12-13T18:07:57Z")
My daughter drives a 2006 Subaru legacy outback with 140k miles. The car itself is in great shape. She missed an oil change, topped it off then didn’t check it for 5k miles. Car stopped dead a few nights ago and sounds l… --- ## [1999 Volkswagen GTI - Temp reading](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volkswagen-gti-temp-reading/130731)
**Author:** [@LindaSpangler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaSpangler)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volkswagen-gti-temp-reading/130731 "2018-12-13T17:06:18Z")
My temperature gauge was registering cold even though I had heat in the cabin. After a google search and a couple of days with a mechanic, who couldn’t solve the problem I bought a temp sensor and installed it. Now I do … --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Corvette - best tires for high mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-corvette-best-tires-for-high-mileage/130704)
**Author:** [@Vaughn54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vaughn54)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-corvette-best-tires-for-high-mileage/130704 "2018-12-12T21:29:11Z")
What are the best tires for high mileage --- ## [2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has a loud startup rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-e-class-has-a-loud-startup-rattle/130620)
**Author:** [@Pasquale1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pasquale1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-e-class-has-a-loud-startup-rattle/130620 "2018-12-13T16:06:10Z")
I bought a used 2016 MB E350 Sedan. When I start it up and the motor is cold the motor makes a rattling noise that is louder than the radio. It drives me crazy. The MB dealer told me that is normal in the 2015 thru 20… --- ## [Disable Toyota VSC? ('05 RAV)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disable-toyota-vsc-05-rav/130757)
**Author:** [@walter.witt\_145778](https://community.cartalk.com/u/walter.witt_145778)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disable-toyota-vsc-05-rav/130757 "2018-12-13T15:57:36Z")
Hello all. New member, desperately for a fix (RAV) from you fine folks. VCS activating everyday (nearly locking one wheel, dry pavement 3 seconds) around curves at 40 mph or 70 mph on the Hwy. 1.New Frt-End work. 2.Z… --- ## [2017 Subaru Outback - Smells like antifreeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-smells-like-antifreeze/130761)
**Author:** [@TonyRBecker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyRBecker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-outback-smells-like-antifreeze/130761 "2018-12-13T15:39:58Z")
Why is my 2017 Subaru out back smelling like burnt antifreeze. I take to dealer and they say they do not smell it . Even though they asked if car had overheated? Four trips to dealer for this problem and all they do is l… --- ## [2010 Honda Odyssey - Timing belt and water pump?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-timing-belt-and-water-pump/130776)
**Author:** [@Larry04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larry04)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-timing-belt-and-water-pump/130776 "2018-12-13T15:05:21Z")
Recommendation for timing belt and water pump service? 3.5 litre v6. --- ## [2001 escape no heat!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-escape-no-heat/130766)
**Author:** [@Xxkenny90xx\_145784](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xxkenny90xx_145784)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-escape-no-heat/130766 "2018-12-13T14:47:06Z")
So my mother in law has a 2001 ford escape 2wd 4cyl that I’ve been working on. Once the car warms up the heater blows cool to VERY slightly warm. No hot air ever. I replaced the thermostat, no change. Then I noticed one … --- ## [How to remove honda accord kick panel trim?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-honda-accord-kick-panel-trim/130723)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-honda-accord-kick-panel-trim/130723 "2018-12-13T13:17:49Z")
I am thinking about buying a pedal commander unit, which would require me to remove what I think is called the kick panel, which is the trim that covers the wires around the gas pedal to install it. Is there any guide or… --- ## [2006 Jaguar XJR - Wiper switch shuts off car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jaguar-xjr-wiper-switch-shuts-off-car/130759)
**Author:** [@ricco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ricco)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jaguar-xjr-wiper-switch-shuts-off-car/130759 "2018-12-13T12:46:22Z")
when i turn the wipers on the car shots off --- ## [Mercury Grand Marquis mystery leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-grand-marquis-mystery-leak/130592)
**Author:** [@bhzion\_145668](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bhzion_145668)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-grand-marquis-mystery-leak/130592 "2018-12-13T12:05:34Z")
2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. Hi Guys, please help, with your expert opinion because you might know of this Ford/Mercury leak, that the mechanics are not ‘seeing’-even though I brought the leak substance to them. It’ not … --- ## [2018 Honda CR-V - Auto high beams](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-auto-high-beams/130771)
**Author:** [@Dilick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dilick)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-cr-v-auto-high-beams/130771 "2018-12-13T11:52:07Z")
auto high beams inoperative --- ## [2002 Taurus high idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-taurus-high-idle/130469)
**Author:** [@ryderuntil1\_145581](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryderuntil1_145581)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 7:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-taurus-high-idle/130469 "2018-12-13T07:09:29Z")
Hi Engine code U. 220,000 miles. Out of blue I have a really high idle. I am a retired computer guy and have tried to service my own cars. Idle 1800, after clear 2200. I have a Bosch 1150. I ran some tests to see if I … --- ## [2006 Subaru Outback slow oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-slow-oil-leak/122014)
**Author:** [@MarkDavidoski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkDavidoski)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-slow-oil-leak/122014 "2018-12-13T05:30:04Z")
For years I’ve heard you extol the virtues of the Subaru Outback. I bought a 2006 with 97K miles a few years ago. The car has a slow oil leak from what I’ve learned is the usual place. I’m told that to replace the val… --- ## [2012 Honda CR-V - Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-lights/130734)
**Author:** [@elcrowder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elcrowder)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-lights/130734 "2018-12-13T03:35:41Z")
high beam head light not sufficient for safe driving. Actually all head light setting. --- ## [Mysterious Grinding/ rubbing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-grinding-rubbing/130655)
**Author:** [@Patrick.haz98\_145690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Patrick.haz98_145690)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-grinding-rubbing/130655 "2018-12-13T02:09:21Z")
I own a 2014 ford fusion AWD Titanium. The other day(even with the 4 wheel drive) I slid sideways into a curb. messed up my rim and made my steering wheel off center. I thought to myself “must be I knocked my alignment o… --- ## [2017 Volvo XC90 - Water inside LCD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc90-water-inside-lcd/130719)
**Author:** [@Paul29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul29)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-volvo-xc90-water-inside-lcd/130719 "2018-12-12T23:08:14Z")
I have a watermark on the inside of the LCD display - anyone else have this? --- ## [2002 Cadillac DeVille - Won't take the key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-wont-take-the-key/130737)
**Author:** [@CecilRhodes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CecilRhodes)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-wont-take-the-key/130737 "2018-12-12T22:21:47Z")
Key cannot be inserted into ignition, my 2002 Cadillac devil. --- ## [Ford Focus driver door won’t lock or unlock using key fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-driver-door-won-t-lock-or-unlock-using-key-fob/130725)
**Author:** [@brandiann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brandiann)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-driver-door-won-t-lock-or-unlock-using-key-fob/130725 "2018-12-12T22:19:41Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Focus wagon. On occasion, my driver door won’t unlock when I use the key fob. In addition to that, the key fob never locks that same driver door, however, I’m able to lock and unlock it from the inside… --- ## ['85 Prelude Dashboard light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-prelude-dashboard-light/130724)
**Author:** [@Alinandres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alinandres)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-prelude-dashboard-light/130724 "2018-12-12T20:17:10Z")
I own a 1985 honda prelude si 2.0 and a light indicator appears on the dashboard that says PMGf1. Does anyone know what it is and how it can be fixed? Thank you [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=719) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=721)