# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=721 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 722 --- ## [Crashed engine!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crashed-engine/130217)
**Author:** [@janjmalek\_145418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janjmalek_145418)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crashed-engine/130217 "2018-12-12T18:48:42Z")
So the serpentine belt on my S60 broke and apparently got sucked into the timing belt, which because it is an interface engine where both the valves and the cylinders move, caused the cylinders and valves to crash. Deale… --- ## [2002 Toyota Sequoia oil pressure drops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-sequoia-oil-pressure-drops/130695)
**Author:** [@RangerRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RangerRick)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-sequoia-oil-pressure-drops/130695 "2018-12-12T17:42:40Z")
Oil pressure drops off. Normal was the bottom of the 4th bar. Needle now drops down to the middle of oil gauge . Yesterday at a stop light it the neddle on the gauge bottomed out as if I had no oil pressure. The engine o… --- ## [2011 Toyota Camry #- Skid light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-skid-light/130712)
**Author:** [@frank22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frank22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-camry-skid-light/130712 "2018-12-12T16:49:31Z")
why is my “skid” light on ALL THE TIME? --- ## [Suzuki swift 2008 problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-swift-2008-problem/130708)
**Author:** [@Dino\_Pernar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dino_Pernar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-swift-2008-problem/130708 "2018-12-12T16:30:01Z")
Hi, my Suzuki swift 2008 has a problem. My back lights, fog lights, all interior lights except radio aren’t working. I checked the saftey switches in guse box and neither one of them looks burnt. Anyome has a clue what i… --- ## [How to make gas pedal more responsive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-make-gas-pedal-more-responsive/130428)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-make-gas-pedal-more-responsive/130428 "2018-12-12T16:07:13Z")
I have test driven several cars recently and noticed that the gas pedal on some is much more responsive than others. For example the subaru legacy gas pedal is more responsive than the one on my car. You just barely touc… --- ## [Pontiac Grand Prix 2007 - Transmission codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-grand-prix-2007-transmission-codes/130678)
**Author:** [@Amanda\_Rockwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amanda_Rockwell)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-grand-prix-2007-transmission-codes/130678 "2018-12-12T15:06:54Z")
Hi there, So my check engine light came on today and my car started making this metal grinding/whining sound. I took it to a mechanic that ran the codes. Alot of codes came up, including these 2 discerning ones: p0116 a… --- ## [Misfiring 00 impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-00-impala/130670)
**Author:** [@Rob\_Scott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rob_Scott)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 2:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-00-impala/130670 "2018-12-12T14:08:50Z")
I have a 2000 Chevy Impala LS the other night on my way home from work I noticed the check engine light flashing when I accelerate I was losing power on the accelerate and when I got home I open the hood and let it run a… --- ## [2001 Toyota Land Cruiser - Which oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-land-cruiser-which-oil/130701)
**Author:** [@Dismas05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dismas05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-land-cruiser-which-oil/130701 "2018-12-12T13:39:58Z")
What is the suitable oil used for Toyota Noah 3s engine? --- ## [Is a violent shake on startup a safety issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-violent-shake-on-startup-a-safety-issue/130648)
**Author:** [@Peggy01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peggy01)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 12:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-violent-shake-on-startup-a-safety-issue/130648 "2018-12-12T12:52:53Z")
My 1993 Accord shakes violently on startup but runs fine once it gets going. Is this a safety issue? Please help. I’d like to sell it but am not comfortable doing that until I get this figured out. --- ## [Taken down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taken-down/130604)
**Author:** [@Kerry\_Tkacik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kerry_Tkacik)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taken-down/130604 "2018-12-12T12:45:18Z")
hvlhuvluhbugckgyckyt --- ## [Noise in 2003 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-in-2003-honda-accord/128834)
**Author:** [@djtech\_m\_144504](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djtech_m_144504)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 8:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-in-2003-honda-accord/128834 "2018-12-12T08:07:37Z")
There is a strange noise when I start my car while engine cool but I can only hear the noise when the door is shot and the window is up. Could it be my transmission or what because the noise goes off once I change to D b… --- ## [2001 Ford F250 - red fluid leak on passenger side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-red-fluid-leak-on-passenger-side/130646)
**Author:** [@JenniferDean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JenniferDean)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-red-fluid-leak-on-passenger-side/130646 "2018-12-12T05:03:40Z")
I have a leak on the front passenger side by the tire area it looks red in color what could it be. the truck is 4 wheel drive. Thanks --- ## [HELP! Reverse Light Screw-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-reverse-light-screw-up/130689)
**Author:** [@rramsdany\_145729](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rramsdany_145729)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-reverse-light-screw-up/130689 "2018-12-12T04:49:58Z")
Hi, I was trying to install a reverse camera on my 2008 altima and I got to the point where I needed to tap into the reverse wires for power. I put my car into reverse, and went ahead to look for the positive wire for th… --- ## [2012 Honda CR-V - Chain stores gone wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-chain-stores-gone-wrong/130650)
**Author:** [@WilliamProebsting](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WilliamProebsting)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-chain-stores-gone-wrong/130650 "2018-12-12T04:20:55Z")
Needed a battery replacement so went to well-respected regional chain in town. In the process, they a blew a fuse for the multi-information display/radio/rear camera. They replaced it, but now the display fades intermitt… --- ## [Dealer says my Focus' shudder is normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-says-my-focus-shudder-is-normal/130616)
**Author:** [@JoeDean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeDean)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-says-my-focus-shudder-is-normal/130616 "2018-12-12T04:13:05Z")
I have a '16 Ford Focus that I’m having trouble with the automatic transmission. It shakes & shutters when accelerating from a stop or when trying to acclerate after slowing down. I have taken it to my dealership 2x now … --- ## [Silverado 1500 won't start after fuel tank pressur sensor errors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-1500-wont-start-after-fuel-tank-pressur-sensor-errors/130603)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_Stableford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew_Stableford)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-1500-wont-start-after-fuel-tank-pressur-sensor-errors/130603 "2018-12-12T03:21:39Z")
I have a 2002 chevy silverado 1500 I got my fuel pump replaced it was by my buddy while he was dropping the tank he broke a fuel line and had to replace it. So about 4 days after that my check engine light came on and it… --- ## [2010 Toyota Avalon - Noisy tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-avalon-noisy-tires/130675)
**Author:** [@TerryHiggins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TerryHiggins)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-avalon-noisy-tires/130675 "2018-12-12T02:52:32Z")
Excessive road noise with brand new Michelin defender tires (non directional) after having Michelin Premiums before (no noise). Installer claims it is due to a harder compound on the all season tires? Could it be some ot… --- ## [New key? Electrical?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-key-electrical/130630)
**Author:** [@allen.hillebran\_145366](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allen.hillebran_145366)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-key-electrical/130630 "2018-12-12T02:29:17Z")
I have a 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500, 75k od. Having issues with audio upon start up. Does not happen all the time but frequently enough to be annoying. Sometimes when I first start my truck I won’t have any audio from it … --- ## [What should I do with my Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-my-camry/130012)
**Author:** [@martslee\_143607](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martslee_143607)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-do-with-my-camry/130012 "2018-12-12T01:55:02Z")
Hi, I have a 2008 Toyota Camry w/125k miles that has served me decently for the last 8 years. I’ve been looking to drive it for another couple years and then buy a nicer, more fun, smaller car as I enter my fourth decad… --- ## [2002 Buick Rendezvous has random stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-rendezvous-has-random-stalling/80201)
**Author:** [@shurestar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shurestar)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2018, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-rendezvous-has-random-stalling/80201 "2018-12-12T01:37:18Z")
I have a 2002 Buick Rendezvous with a 3400 sfi engine. The vehicle runs perfect except random stalling when you are stopping or pulling out. It seems the vehicle has a random low idle unless the air conditioning is on at… --- ## [2003 Malibu engine stops while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-malibu-engine-stops-while-driving/75868)
**Author:** [@59RoseBowl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/59RoseBowl)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-malibu-engine-stops-while-driving/75868 "2018-12-11T23:22:29Z")
My 2003 Malibu engine will stop running all of a sudden while I'm driving. It has happened four times and I need to know why before the car kills me. The accelerator pedal goes limp and within ten seconds the check oil… --- ## [1991 Acura Legend - Keep it or junk it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-acura-legend-keep-it-or-junk-it/130665)
**Author:** [@Debadelsperger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Debadelsperger)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-acura-legend-keep-it-or-junk-it/130665 "2018-12-11T21:52:36Z")
I have a 91 Acura legend with a blown head gasket. Would you fix it, replace the engine or let the vehicle go? --- ## [2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser - No heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-pt-cruiser-no-heat/130658)
**Author:** [@Ritchiesokol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ritchiesokol)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-pt-cruiser-no-heat/130658 "2018-12-11T19:31:32Z")
My PT CRUISER will not heat up! My mechanic has changed out the Heater core. any ideas? --- ## [350Z - Starts up rpms drop and turns off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350z-starts-up-rpms-drop-and-turns-off/130624)
**Author:** [@Eric\_Pedroza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eric_Pedroza)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350z-starts-up-rpms-drop-and-turns-off/130624 "2018-12-11T18:08:38Z")
I have a manual 2004 350z Enthusiast that i bought a couple of weeks ago and it ran fine on the way home and started and ran great for a while. One day i turned it on to take it out for a spin and while going out of my d… --- ## [350Z - hot air doesn’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350z-hot-air-doesn-t-work/130625)
**Author:** [@Eric\_Pedroza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eric_Pedroza)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350z-hot-air-doesn-t-work/130625 "2018-12-11T17:29:14Z")
I own a 2004 350z Enthusiast, when i start the car i turn the hot air on and get out while i let it warm up for about 30-40 minutes. When i go back to the car it is still blowing cold air. While driving the car with the … --- ## [Struts on Honda Civic 2001 EX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-on-honda-civic-2001-ex/3153)
**Author:** [@aniljdesouza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aniljdesouza)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struts-on-honda-civic-2001-ex/3153 "2018-12-11T17:24:44Z")
My 2001 Honda Civic EX(78K) has developed a knocking sound from the front right wheel. It as though I am constantly driving on a road filled with pot holes. The Honda dealer thinks it could be due to the front struts, bu… --- ## [2005 Hyundai Accent - Seeking mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-accent-seeking-mechanic/130654)
**Author:** [@ellinorglorioso](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ellinorglorioso)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-accent-seeking-mechanic/130654 "2018-12-11T15:52:20Z")
who is the best mechanic for my car --- ## [02 Gmc Sierra Fuel Tank Repair/Replace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-gmc-sierra-fuel-tank-repair-replace/130402)
**Author:** [@Jacob\_Smith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacob_Smith)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-gmc-sierra-fuel-tank-repair-replace/130402 "2018-12-11T14:20:09Z")
So i managed to pop a hole in my fuel tank, a very clean round puncture no cracks. “truck fell on scissor jack”. I Have been looking for a new tank for the truck but all i can find for it is discontinued tanks. I bought … --- ## [2013 Honda Fit - Failure after dealer visit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-fit-failure-after-dealer-visit/129604)
**Author:** [@Darren13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darren13)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-fit-failure-after-dealer-visit/129604 "2018-12-11T14:15:25Z")
I have a 2013 Honda Fit that a little over a year ago was making a clicking sounf that would dissapear after engine warmed up. took to local dealership where they were unable to diagnose problem. Then was told it was a b… --- ## [2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid P0136 code resolved itself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-hybrid-p0136-code-resolved-itself/130632)
**Author:** [@JazmynLynne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JazmynLynne)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 5:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-hybrid-p0136-code-resolved-itself/130632 "2018-12-11T05:58:37Z")
Check engine light came on, Po136 is the code it read, stayed on for 24 hr or less and cleared itself. It stayed running and driving seemingly normal, no strange sounds or smells. What is this?? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=720) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=722)