# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=732 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 733 --- ## [Exhaust leak cat cat converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-leak-cat-cat-converter/129510)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-leak-cat-cat-converter/129510 "2018-11-27T15:31:25Z")
Hello, As many of you know I’m having problems and experimenting with my 2004 Ford Taurus rather than junking it just as a learning experience and maybe with some luck I might fix it and get some more miles out of it. I… --- ## [Overheating 2005 Ford Thunderbird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-2005-ford-thunderbird/125360)
**Author:** [@ChrisMoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisMoore)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-2005-ford-thunderbird/125360 "2018-11-27T15:06:21Z")
My 2005 Anniversary T-Bird overheats. It has been “fixed” by 5 different mechanics. They have done everthing from new radiator cap, to thermostat and housing, to new water pump, to radiator to new engine. It works for a … --- ## [2016 RAM 1500 - Same bad result twice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-same-bad-result-twice/129686)
**Author:** [@chrisbrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisbrown)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ram-1500-same-bad-result-twice/129686 "2018-11-27T14:47:45Z")
Left the radio on while cleaning the inside of the truck, battery died, ended up jumping it then replacing it because the truck wouldn’t hold a charge.Dealer said they couldn’t a problem but truck now works ?? Now for t… --- ## [2013 Nissan Sentra - Stuck Trans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-stuck-trans/129712)
**Author:** [@Conrad1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Conrad1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-stuck-trans/129712 "2018-11-27T14:41:00Z")
Transmission stuck in gear while driving, how can this be resolved? --- ## [2016 Nissan Versa paint came off at car wash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-versa-paint-came-off-at-car-wash/129681)
**Author:** [@Nancy14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy14)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-versa-paint-came-off-at-car-wash/129681 "2018-11-27T14:20:44Z")
I washed my car at the car wash, and the paint on the front passenger side all peeled off, has this happened to anyone else? --- ## [2006 Toyota Tundra cruise control went out after jump start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tundra-cruise-control-went-out-after-jump-start/129538)
**Author:** [@MikeHalminski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeHalminski)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tundra-cruise-control-went-out-after-jump-start/129538 "2018-11-27T13:32:29Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Tundra regular cab. After getting a jump start from a hot box, my cruise control went out. All my fuses seem fine. What else can I check to correct this? --- ## [2013 Cadillac SRX radio problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-srx-radio-problem/129673)
**Author:** [@PatIrwin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatIrwin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-srx-radio-problem/129673 "2018-11-27T01:01:38Z")
I am having electrical problems with the radio , every thing in that area . I can only get 3 stations on the radio & now my mirror’s (outside) also went hay wire . has any one had this problem ? --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Equinox no air from defrost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-no-air-from-defrost/129619)
**Author:** [@Chris15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris15)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-no-air-from-defrost/129619 "2018-11-27T13:26:07Z")
No air on Defrost front windshield --- ## [Will lowering my car hurt the car in a negative way?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-lowering-my-car-hurt-the-car-in-a-negative-way/110738)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-lowering-my-car-hurt-the-car-in-a-negative-way/110738 "2018-11-27T00:14:26Z")
Hello everyone! I frequently talk about lowered cars around my family. I dislike the huge wall gap between the Toyota Camry wheels and the fenders, and often talk about how appealing it would have been if the manufac… --- ## [Help me 2000 Honda Accord coupe v4 VTech](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-2000-honda-accord-coupe-v4-vtech/129611)
**Author:** [@Chillaxin1122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chillaxin1122)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-2000-honda-accord-coupe-v4-vtech/129611 "2018-11-27T05:46:35Z")
So today I warmed my car up and tried to go to school at the end of the driveway I heard my car scrape the ground and then kinda get stuck so I put it in drive and I pushed on the gas and I rolled back I threw into park … --- ## [Battery problems with my 2002 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-problems-with-my-2002-camry/129629)
**Author:** [@Dude03060\_145066](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dude03060_145066)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-problems-with-my-2002-camry/129629 "2018-11-27T05:29:31Z")
I just realized that my negative battery cable was missing so my car is driving now with just the positive connected what will happen to my car driving with just the positive wire connected to my battery? --- ## [Electrical problems on 2007 Ford Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-on-2007-ford-explorer/128386)
**Author:** [@Matthew\_Patrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matthew_Patrick)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-on-2007-ford-explorer/128386 "2018-11-27T04:48:29Z")
I have a 2007 Ford Explorer that died on me earlier. When I was driving yesterday, I had maybe gone 2-3 miles when everything in the car died (headlights, dash lights and gauges, interior lights, windows, door locks) ex… --- ## [Honda Accord mystery problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-mystery-problem/129599)
**Author:** [@onpointe505\_145045](https://community.cartalk.com/u/onpointe505_145045)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-mystery-problem/129599 "2018-11-27T04:31:41Z")
Hi there. I have a 2005 Honda Accord, V6 and automatic, that has been having some problems on and off. It’s currently a little over 140,000 miles, and I’m the third owner. It’s routinely gone in for maintenance at the de… --- ## [2002 Subaru Forester L 2.5 H4 Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-l-2-5-h4-engine/129617)
**Author:** [@birdbrainxzx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/birdbrainxzx)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-l-2-5-h4-engine/129617 "2018-11-27T03:56:25Z")
Hello friends. Today, I’m looking at my girlfriend’s 2002 Subaru Forester. This little beauty has 192K miles on her. And the main problem I’m facing with her is the automatic transmission. Overall the car seems to handle… --- ## [1997 Chrysler Town & Country - Traction control control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chrysler-town-country-traction-control-control/129671)
**Author:** [@Reneil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reneil)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2018, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chrysler-town-country-traction-control-control/129671 "2018-11-27T00:52:07Z")
I wanna know how to turn the traction control on --- ## [2007 Acura RDX A/C doesn't work when it's 90F but works when it's cooler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-rdx-a-c-doesnt-work-when-its-90f-but-works-when-its-cooler/104118)
**Author:** [@cjfiore88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cjfiore88)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-acura-rdx-a-c-doesnt-work-when-its-90f-but-works-when-its-cooler/104118 "2018-11-26T21:59:22Z")
I have a 2007 Acura RDX with about 135,000 miles.For the first time ever my A/C did not work, it also happened to be the first time it hit 90F by me. When it was not working the clutch did not seem to be engaging, but I … --- ## [2006 Mazda 3 won't start in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-3-wont-start-in-park/129637)
**Author:** [@Cameronstanton55\_143929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronstanton55_143929)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-3-wont-start-in-park/129637 "2018-11-26T20:05:43Z")
I have a 2006 Mazda 3. It won’t start while it’s in park? Have to put it in neutral? Any suggestions? --- ## [2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek - cruise control fuse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-cruise-control-fuse/129627)
**Author:** [@Luke45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luke45)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-cruise-control-fuse/129627 "2018-11-26T19:58:53Z")
Fuse location for Cruise Control…? --- ## [Question about safety of lifting a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-safety-of-lifting-a-car/129278)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-safety-of-lifting-a-car/129278 "2018-11-26T19:58:30Z")
Hello I’m a very very safe person when it comes to lifting my car. When I go under it I’ve always got wheels under and the jack in place and use locking stands. I wanted to ask questions before trying on my own just t… --- ## [2005 Honda Accord repeated misfire code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-accord-repeated-misfire-code/129638)
**Author:** [@zmlick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zmlick)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-accord-repeated-misfire-code/129638 "2018-11-26T19:42:41Z")
I have a V6 2005 Honda Accord. 200000 miles. For last few years I get a CEL. Code reads misfire P1 or random misfire. I have replaced the ignition coils and had the software updated. Takes care of problem for awhile… --- ## [2001 Mercury sable HEAT NOT WORKING](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-heat-not-working/129636)
**Author:** [@Cameronstanton55\_143929](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronstanton55_143929)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-heat-not-working/129636 "2018-11-26T19:39:33Z")
I have a 2001 mercury sable DOHC and my heat isn’t working anymore. It was blowing on and off or a week, with barely warm air. I just ignored the problem. A couple days ago it wont even blow at all. Whenever I try to eng… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport AC/heat don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-ac-heat-dont-work/129640)
**Author:** [@jimmycollett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmycollett)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-ac-heat-dont-work/129640 "2018-11-26T19:33:19Z")
A/c and heater not working --- ## [2004 saab9 3 warning battery not charging is 0n](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saab9-3-warning-battery-not-charging-is-0n/129597)
**Author:** [@Terence\_Perry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terence_Perry)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saab9-3-warning-battery-not-charging-is-0n/129597 "2018-11-26T19:10:53Z")
2004 saab warning light won’t go off I replaced the battery and the alternator but the car won’t hold a charge can anyone help me out with a solution. --- ## [2010 Mazda CX-9 - windshield wiper problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-cx-9-windshield-wiper-problem/129631)
**Author:** [@SriniBollepalli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SriniBollepalli)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-cx-9-windshield-wiper-problem/129631 "2018-11-26T18:58:45Z")
I have a 2010 Mazda CX-9. Thw windshield wipers for some reason come on sometimes and sometimes no response. What could be wrong? --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Camaro seat heater cuts out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-camaro-seat-heater-cuts-out/129635)
**Author:** [@KennyYoung](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennyYoung)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-camaro-seat-heater-cuts-out/129635 "2018-11-26T18:57:15Z")
What is causing the driver side seat heater to keep turning off after only being on for 1 to 2 minutes? --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee knob only blows to defrost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-knob-only-blows-to-defrost/129623)
**Author:** [@DanKlymiuk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanKlymiuk)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-knob-only-blows-to-defrost/129623 "2018-11-26T18:33:13Z")
control knob only blows to defrost, what is the problem --- ## [2012 Volkswagen GTI - winter car storage tips wanted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-gti-winter-car-storage-tips-wanted/129621)
**Author:** [@DakotaWeinman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DakotaWeinman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-gti-winter-car-storage-tips-wanted/129621 "2018-11-26T17:31:49Z")
Hello, I am looking for some advice for storing my car in the winter. I am a college student in Cleveland and with the way my winter break travels worked out I will be leaving my car in a parking garages for about a mont… --- ## [1998 Honda Accord thumb piece on automatic shifter broke off, keys stuck in ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-accord-thumb-piece-on-automatic-shifter-broke-off-keys-stuck-in-ignition/129616)
**Author:** [@bfessex60\_145061](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bfessex60_145061)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-accord-thumb-piece-on-automatic-shifter-broke-off-keys-stuck-in-ignition/129616 "2018-11-26T17:25:37Z")
It looks like the plastic chipped off after years of use. It’s the thumb piece that you press in to shift gears. I can shift gears without having to depress the thumb button now. I would have been fine with this arrangem… --- ## [Tahoe Shutters when accelerating now won't move in drive but reverse only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-shutters-when-accelerating-now-wont-move-in-drive-but-reverse-only/129294)
**Author:** [@makonnenk\_144860](https://community.cartalk.com/u/makonnenk_144860)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-shutters-when-accelerating-now-wont-move-in-drive-but-reverse-only/129294 "2018-11-26T16:51:00Z")
My 2006 Tahoe (289,000 miles) started making a whining/shuttering noise a few weeks ago. The noise only happened when accelerating or stopping. Yesterday the truck started, and went in reverse, but would not move in dr… --- ## [Mustang II steering on old hot rod](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-ii-steering-on-old-hot-rod/129550)
**Author:** [@Chet\_Gallaway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chet_Gallaway)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-ii-steering-on-old-hot-rod/129550 "2018-11-26T15:52:49Z")
Hi Guys, New owner of a 1940 Ford Deluxe. I got this car delivered to me and when it was coming off the car carrier it slipped on the wet ramps and fell of the ramps a bit. The only real damage is that it ripped the pa… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=731) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=733)