# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=730 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 731 --- ## [2001 Chevrolet Impala - Thermostats die every year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-impala-thermostats-die-every-year/129871)
**Author:** [@ChristopherPurallo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristopherPurallo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-impala-thermostats-die-every-year/129871 "2018-11-30T16:34:08Z")
Has anyone had to replace their thermostat several times? Like once a year? --- ## [How much is a 1986 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class worth?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-is-a-1986-mercedes-benz-sl-class-worth/129895)
**Author:** [@stewart19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stewart19)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-is-a-1986-mercedes-benz-sl-class-worth/129895 "2018-11-30T15:13:57Z")
value 1986 560sl 140000miles --- ## [Radiator fans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fans/129005)
**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fans/129005 "2018-11-30T13:57:51Z")
I have 2005 Malibu LS and I recently noticed my engine temp was going up when my car is idle and goes down when driving searched a bit and found out it is most likely cause fans I checked my car got 2 radiator fans and t… --- ## [2012 Subaru Outback - Hatch won't unlatch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-hatch-wont-unlatch/129796)
**Author:** [@AndreaTerniBullard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndreaTerniBullard)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-hatch-wont-unlatch/129796 "2018-11-30T04:38:09Z")
About a year ago the tail gate on my 2012 Subaru Outback started to randomly refuse to unlatch. I have cleaned around the seals, but that doesn’t seem to make a difference. Most of the time I can get things out via the… --- ## [Electrical System shuts down and then returns after I disconnect and reconnect the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-system-shuts-down-and-then-returns-after-i-disconnect-and-reconnect-the-battery/129893)
**Author:** [@frrussellw\_145220](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frrussellw_145220)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-system-shuts-down-and-then-returns-after-i-disconnect-and-reconnect-the-battery/129893 "2018-11-30T03:53:15Z")
My 2009 Toyota Sienna started doing a very strange think. Every so often, I get in put the key in, the dashboard lights up normal but when I turn the ignition the electrical system dies. I found that if I disconnect the… --- ## [2006 Dodge Ram 1500 - no fire to plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-ram-1500-no-fire-to-plugs/129804)
**Author:** [@joecarman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joecarman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-ram-1500-no-fire-to-plugs/129804 "2018-11-30T03:42:23Z")
Turns over plenty of fuel no fire to plugs. Checked all fuses. Stoped at idle never fired again. --- ## [Emergency brake adjustment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-adjustment/129885)
**Author:** [@GRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GRoy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emergency-brake-adjustment/129885 "2018-11-30T03:28:29Z")
I have a 2007 Yukon Denali that I just replaced the rear disc brakes and rotors. Do the emergency brakes require adjustment? If so how? They seem a little loose. --- ## [Dealer or Brake Specialty Shop for Brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-or-brake-specialty-shop-for-brakes/129820)
**Author:** [@rdavidmayo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rdavidmayo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-or-brake-specialty-shop-for-brakes/129820 "2018-11-30T02:12:17Z")
I have a '05 Pontiac Vibe with 140K miles on it that desperately needs new brakes. The mechanics we have been using always use aftermarket parts and as a result the brakes always squeal, especially when they are cold. I … --- ## [2007 Honda Odyssey brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-brake-issue/129844)
**Author:** [@Wendy\_High](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wendy_High)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2018, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-brake-issue/129844 "2018-11-30T01:41:27Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Odyssey and recently had new tires put on and my front passengers rotor only has been scored (believe that’s the word) beyond belief. What could cause this to happen to only the one rotor? --- ## [2001 Pontiac Bonneville - Too much oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-bonneville-too-much-oil/129887)
**Author:** [@JimGefroh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimGefroh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-bonneville-too-much-oil/129887 "2018-11-29T21:25:58Z")
I overfilled my engine oil by a quart. Will that cause damage? --- ## [A Leaking Jeep Patriot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-leaking-jeep-patriot/21854)
**Author:** [@Tcass07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tcass07)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-leaking-jeep-patriot/21854 "2018-11-28T17:57:26Z")
I recently purchased a 2008 Jeep Patriot only to discover after a short while that the sun roof leaks. I had it to the dealer twice and they adjusted the sun roof each time. On the third trip to the dealer they replaced … --- ## [2005 Dodge Ram 1500 - Heat on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-heat-on-one-side/129877)
**Author:** [@charliehall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charliehall)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-heat-on-one-side/129877 "2018-11-29T18:23:21Z")
no heat on drive side of my ram good on right side --- ## [2005 Dodge Durango - Post tune up issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-durango-post-tune-up-issue/129864)
**Author:** [@CJ338](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CJ338)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-durango-post-tune-up-issue/129864 "2018-11-29T15:26:24Z")
i just did a tune up on my 05 hemi durango, and now its sputtering slightly when starting. I am wondering if i have a crossed wire because i have seen several diagrams for the wire mapping. can someone please assist me w… --- ## [2010 Honda CR-V CD player is stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-cd-player-is-stuck/129818)
**Author:** [@Joanne44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joanne44)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-cr-v-cd-player-is-stuck/129818 "2018-11-29T15:24:40Z")
of my CD’s got stuck in car’s CD player. There is a message flickers - Press Eject or Press Load- but nothing happens when I do. --- ## [Jeep liberty turn off problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-turn-off-problem/129858)
**Author:** [@Wissam\_Wsm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wissam_Wsm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 11:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-turn-off-problem/129858 "2018-11-29T11:10:48Z")
While driving, my 2002 Jeep Liberty v6 3.7 4×4 it turns off no warning whats ever It will turn back on normaly PLEASE HELP!!! --- ## [2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo takes several tries to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-monte-carlo-takes-several-tries-to-start/129815)
**Author:** [@Erik57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erik57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-monte-carlo-takes-several-tries-to-start/129815 "2018-11-29T08:49:06Z")
Car starts after pumping gas approximately 10 times. --- ## [2012 GMC 2500 - Jack stands for slopes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-2500-jack-stands-for-slopes/129765)
**Author:** [@Mike32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike32)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-2500-jack-stands-for-slopes/129765 "2018-11-29T05:46:20Z")
Will 3 ton jack stands be enough support for a 2012 gmc 2500 hd crew cab 4wd? And do they make jack stand shims for a sloping driveway? --- ## [2006 Ford F450 clicks with no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f450-clicks-with-no-start/129851)
**Author:** [@Boudreau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boudreau)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f450-clicks-with-no-start/129851 "2018-11-29T05:16:39Z")
Some of the people that work on these 6.0 diesels are incredible with their knowledge. I try ti diagnose best I can but ask any questions you might have. For some strange reason I was also leaking trany fluid where the c… --- ## [2012 Ford Fusion \_ when to check oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-fusion-when-to-check-oil/129776)
**Author:** [@Stacyoltman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stacyoltman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-fusion-when-to-check-oil/129776 "2018-11-29T05:01:59Z")
Should I check my oil when it’s cold or wet after the engines been running for a minute or two --- ## [P0430 code Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0430-code-accord/129825)
**Author:** [@NickinNJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NickinNJ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0430-code-accord/129825 "2018-11-29T03:36:33Z")
2012 Honda Accord coupe V6, 110k miles. CEL came on today. Code P0430 (catalytic system efficiency bellow threshold Bank 2). I understand this is the O2 sensor downstream detecting that the cat converter isn’t working … --- ## [Exhaust problemss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-problemss/129835)
**Author:** [@Caleb\_Jackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caleb_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-problemss/129835 "2018-11-29T03:14:47Z")
So I’m having an exhaust problem and I am buying a new pipe, the problem is not sure how to replace because of the position of the leak any suggestions, I have pics of leak and pipe I plan on buying attached… I have a 20… --- ## [2015 Civic - Transmission reving up on start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-civic-transmission-reving-up-on-start/129485)
**Author:** [@jakehasakia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jakehasakia)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-civic-transmission-reving-up-on-start/129485 "2018-11-29T02:18:51Z")
Hi. I bought a CPO 2015 civic (automatic) with about 30K miles about 6months ago. The dealer had two of them at the time. I didn’t think much of it, but I noticed one of the cars didn’t rev up when I started the car - … --- ## [03 Silverado brake lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-silverado-brake-lights/129687)
**Author:** [@Bmfurgason\_145094](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bmfurgason_145094)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-silverado-brake-lights/129687 "2018-11-29T02:13:31Z")
My brake lights stopped turning on but my 3rd brake light, tail lights, signals, and flashes all work. I checked my fuses and no problems. I don’t know how long it’s been a problem. Someone just told me yesterday. I had … --- ## [Car heating up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-heating-up/129205)
**Author:** [@jimsturman54\_143498](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimsturman54_143498)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2018, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-heating-up/129205 "2018-11-29T00:40:30Z")
I changed my car radiator few month ago because it heated up and was damaged. after that I had another situation when it heated up and I noticed there was no water. Now i have to fill the water every week. I do not see … --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-hybrid-battery-issue/129762)
**Author:** [@GODWIN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GODWIN)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-hybrid-battery-issue/129762 "2018-11-28T22:18:25Z")
what can cause Toyota hybrid Camry 2007 to stop using the hybrid battery even when the battery is still good --- ## [2010 Nissan Xterra - Axle bent?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-xterra-axle-bent/129737)
**Author:** [@Rose32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rose32)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-xterra-axle-bent/129737 "2018-11-28T21:37:20Z")
i’m told by two dealerships that my 2010 Nissan Xterra Off road needs a rear axle differential assembly. The right axle is bent! I use this vehicle on country roads but don’t beat on it. No mountain climbing off road or … --- ## [2006 Mazda 3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-3/129812)
**Author:** [@Cameronstanton55\_143929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronstanton55_143929)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-3/129812 "2018-11-28T21:06:40Z")
2006 Mazda 3. Has a check engine light for: P2004Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 1? Can anyone help me? How to fix this? --- ## [Measuring temperature measurement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/measuring-temperature-measurement/129791)
**Author:** [@lindaserna\_145145](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lindaserna_145145)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/measuring-temperature-measurement/129791 "2018-11-28T20:39:38Z")
TỚI VỚI VIETNAM CATERING - TỚI VỚI LỰA CHỌN TUYỆT HẢO CỦA TIỆC BUFFET Nếu bạn cảm thấynhức đầu vì không biết nên quyết định chọn cách tổ chức nào cho buổi party mà bạn định sẽ tiến hành sắp đến? Chính bạn đang lưỡng lự … --- ## [2008 Toyota Highlander - Steering froze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-steering-froze/128990)
**Author:** [@SherleneThornton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SherleneThornton)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-steering-froze/128990 "2018-11-28T19:58:51Z")
My 2008 Highlander has over 200,000 miles on it. No major problems (replaced double fans for air conditioner). Yesterday, the steering froze up (wouldn’t turn to right for a few seconds) 4 different times. The first time… --- ## [2002 Ford Excursion - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-excursion-starting-issues/129472)
**Author:** [@ThomRevay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomRevay)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-excursion-starting-issues/129472 "2018-11-28T19:48:45Z")
Engine won’t turn over after shut off for just a few minutes, but starts right up if it sits overnight or for a few hours [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=729) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=731)