# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=755 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 756 --- ## [Truck is locking itself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-is-locking-itself/127471)
**Author:** [@Andrew\_DePiazza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew_DePiazza)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-is-locking-itself/127471 "2018-10-24T20:36:31Z")
Hi, I recently replaced the front differential seal on my 2004 gmc sierra 1500. When I got done I drove it around and everything checked out fine. The other day I went out to start it and realized my keys where left in … --- ## [2006 Dodge Durango - Won't communicate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-wont-communicate/127477)
**Author:** [@Shannon53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shannon53)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-durango-wont-communicate/127477 "2018-10-24T20:01:54Z")
Entire dashboard lit up like a xmas tree, going on and off every 3 or so seconds. Everything going haywire, all of my gauges needles jumping up and down The car lot I bought it from says the computer isn’t communicating.… --- ## [Need help trouble shooting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-trouble-shooting/126353)
**Author:** [@Jakurka99\_143021](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jakurka99_143021)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-trouble-shooting/126353 "2018-10-24T19:35:31Z")
I have a 85 corvette 427 small block chevy swapped. 4 barrel quickfuel electronic choke carb. I was out driving when out of nowhere the car wouldn’t put power down, when on the gas it shakes front to back and is runnin… --- ## [Oil Leak Dye Detection Test: Is it worth the cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-dye-detection-test-is-it-worth-the-cost/73744)
**Author:** [@slackademic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slackademic)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 6:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-dye-detection-test-is-it-worth-the-cost/73744 "2018-10-24T18:06:23Z")
I took my '04 Ford Focus to a dealer today to get an oil change and a tire rotation. The technicians found an oil leak and offered to run the diagnostic test where they insert dye into the engine to see where the leak i… --- ## [1987 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - Two footer states his case](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mercedes-benz-sl-class-two-footer-states-his-case/127169)
**Author:** [@VinceD\_Angelo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VinceD_Angelo)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mercedes-benz-sl-class-two-footer-states-his-case/127169 "2018-10-24T16:33:08Z")
WHY have cars always been set up to have to remove the driver’s right foot from the gas pedal to the brake pedal (none of your stupid jokes here, please)? I drive right foot on gas pedal, left foot on brake pedal…as many… --- ## [2003 Honda Civic - Sensor issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-sensor-issues/127355)
**Author:** [@ZahidSohail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZahidSohail)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-civic-sensor-issues/127355 "2018-10-24T16:23:39Z")
i have honda civic 2003 prosmatic. the problem is car is stopped during the running, there is no issue of missing, the scanner tell the problem of crank censor , i changed , but problem is still there, than changed censo… --- ## [2004 Nissan Murano - slip light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-slip-light-on/127450)
**Author:** [@Shannon58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shannon58)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-slip-light-on/127450 "2018-10-24T15:41:42Z")
Slip light on and VDC light on plus having problems with starting the car --- ## [2006 Hyundai Tucson - A/C and Heater](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-tucson-a-c-and-heater/127458)
**Author:** [@stephan.lane\_143699](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephan.lane_143699)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-tucson-a-c-and-heater/127458 "2018-10-24T14:18:02Z")
Hi everyone, been having a problem with my A/C and heater: Neither are working! The Vent fan is blowing air strongly so that doesn’t seem to be the problem. I first noticed the A/C wasn’t working. I replaced A/C comp… --- ## [2003 Dodge Sprinter blower motor works intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-sprinter-blower-motor-works-intermittently/127375)
**Author:** [@Richard03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard03)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-sprinter-blower-motor-works-intermittently/127375 "2018-10-24T14:05:40Z")
I have a 2003 Dodge (Mercedes) Sprinter 2500 recently the blower motor for the ac/heater has been working intermittently. What is the most likely culprit? Thanks --- ## [2003 Dodge Grand Caravan tested at Autozone as bad alternator but NOOOO. Need help then](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-grand-caravan-tested-at-autozone-as-bad-alternator-but-noooo-need-help-then/65421)
**Author:** [@dvwork](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dvwork)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-grand-caravan-tested-at-autozone-as-bad-alternator-but-noooo-need-help-then/65421 "2018-10-24T13:32:43Z")
2003 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3L. Autozone tested my battery and said it was bad, probably due to a bad alternator. So I replaced the battery, they tested my system and said the alternator regulator was bad. I buy a new alt… --- ## [Just Purchased 2000 4Runner 192K Miles, next steps advice please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-purchased-2000-4runner-192k-miles-next-steps-advice-please/127446)
**Author:** [@tsilavo.rat\_143693](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tsilavo.rat_143693)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-purchased-2000-4runner-192k-miles-next-steps-advice-please/127446 "2018-10-24T12:15:51Z")
hey everyone, Very first post here and just really wanting some practical help. I just purchased a 2000 4Runner w/ +192K miles on it. It’s a 4 cylinder, 2.7 liter, rear wheel drive. Buying it from a friend who says he’s… --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry doesn’t slow down when I downshift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-doesn-t-slow-down-when-i-downshift/127185)
**Author:** [@kevinwoods](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevinwoods)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-doesn-t-slow-down-when-i-downshift/127185 "2018-10-24T13:04:21Z")
why is it when I downshift, my car does not slow down or offer any resistance to the speed i’m going? it doesn’t do much of anything. --- ## [1990 Chevrolet Corvette in limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chevrolet-corvette-in-limp-mode/127444)
**Author:** [@ianosborne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ianosborne)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 12:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chevrolet-corvette-in-limp-mode/127444 "2018-10-24T12:10:59Z")
car goes into limp mode transmission not shifting into gearsooner lack of power --- ## [2007 Ford Expedition EL engine tick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-expedition-el-engine-tick/127085)
**Author:** [@TR25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TR25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-expedition-el-engine-tick/127085 "2018-10-24T06:11:14Z")
Engine ticks, hot or cold. Gets faster with acceleration. A couple times in the last week the engine made a rumble sound at start up that lasted only a few seconds. No codes and the car drives wonderfully. --- ## [2011 Nissan Murano Issues on Long Drives](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-murano-issues-on-long-drives/127427)
**Author:** [@Kain\_Kutz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kain_Kutz)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-murano-issues-on-long-drives/127427 "2018-10-24T03:37:23Z")
Hello, I’m new to this forum but I’m seeking help here because no one else can figure out my car issues. My wife and I have a 2011 Nissan Murano with ~140,000 miles on it. We don’t really notice any issues with this v… --- ## [Coil pack? Fuel pump? I’m baffled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-pack-fuel-pump-i-m-baffled/127403)
**Author:** [@Nancy\_Bair](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy_Bair)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-pack-fuel-pump-i-m-baffled/127403 "2018-10-24T03:16:50Z")
I have been baffled by my 2002 2.4L Toyota Camry. I’ve had a few coil packs replaced over the years. I have replaced all the spark plugs. Here’s my issue… My car will sputter when accelerating and idling. It usually is s… --- ## [Focus 2010 rust?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-2010-rust/127383)
**Author:** [@Jean-Francois\_Cray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jean-Francois_Cray)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-2010-rust/127383 "2018-10-24T03:09:10Z")
hi. i own a focus2010, with 50k miles on it im the original owner. rust started to form below the passenger door ( rocker) what can i do, and whats the expected price? ( canada) --- ## [2000 Dodge Durango serpentine belt is too tight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-durango-serpentine-belt-is-too-tight/127420)
**Author:** [@Danny39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danny39)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-durango-serpentine-belt-is-too-tight/127420 "2018-10-24T02:47:29Z")
Hello, i just replaced my serpentine belt and my tension pulley. My belt is way too tight and I don’t know how to loosen it. Any help would be great thank you --- ## [2009 Volkswagen Jetta - Battery light with RPM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-jetta-battery-light-with-rpm/126981)
**Author:** [@dariariilan\_143413](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dariariilan_143413)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-jetta-battery-light-with-rpm/126981 "2018-10-23T03:22:36Z")
battery light comes on and off depending on rpm’s, mostly on low idle. Had belts replaced, but still lighting up. what can it be? --- ## [Mazda start problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-start-problems/127432)
**Author:** [@jen6442\_143684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jen6442_143684)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2018, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-start-problems/127432 "2018-10-24T00:17:02Z")
I have a 2013 Mazda5 with 95k on it. At first it was just slow to start for a few weeks. Now when you try to start it after it’s been sitting awhile, the rpms and speedometer both shoot all the way up and then back down… --- ## [2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited heater blows cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-heater-blows-cold/127400)
**Author:** [@vernon00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vernon00)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-heater-blows-cold/127400 "2018-10-23T22:27:43Z")
2015 jeep wrangler unlimited heater blows cold air ac works well. --- ## [What is involved with a AC check up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-involved-with-a-ac-check-up/127417)
**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-involved-with-a-ac-check-up/127417 "2018-10-23T22:26:59Z")
I have a 2011 CTS AWD Caddy with a little over 80,000 miles on it. One of the items in the owners manual that I am looking at getting done this winter is having the AC check up done. In addition as the summer wrapped u… --- ## [2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser power windows don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-power-windows-dont-work/127390)
**Author:** [@Michael47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael47)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-power-windows-dont-work/127390 "2018-10-23T22:13:25Z")
Engine shut off while driving, requiring a tow back home. Still had full power, just no starter or ignition. Problem was traced to a bad ignition relay fuse under the hood in the fuse box. Problem solved. Now, driver’s s… --- ## [2014 Toyota Camry - Brake costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-brake-costs/127044)
**Author:** [@Bryan14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bryan14)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-brake-costs/127044 "2018-10-23T21:00:07Z")
wanna replace the brake pads. how much does it cost? thanks --- ## [2011 Jeep Patriot clicking noise under the glove box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-patriot-clicking-noise-under-the-glove-box/127369)
**Author:** [@Janet25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Janet25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-patriot-clicking-noise-under-the-glove-box/127369 "2018-10-23T19:40:19Z")
My 2011 Jeep Patriot started making a clicking noise from under the glove box. The dealership told me it needed a new actuator. After it was supposedly replaced and I got my Jeep back, it was still making the same noise.… --- ## [Key fob locked in 2007 Nissan Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-locked-in-2007-nissan-altima/127290)
**Author:** [@VickieMuhammad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VickieMuhammad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-locked-in-2007-nissan-altima/127290 "2018-10-23T19:24:00Z")
Keyfab lock in car and it’s bead how can I get in --- ## [Shrieking 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shrieking-2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class/127422)
**Author:** [@Sondra2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sondra2)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shrieking-2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class/127422 "2018-10-23T19:16:25Z")
Loud squealing/shrieking sound and white smoke from tail pipe? Looks like oil. --- ## [Heated seats - 2019 Chevrolet Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-seats-2019-chevrolet-equinox/127416)
**Author:** [@johnLynott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnLynott)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-seats-2019-chevrolet-equinox/127416 "2018-10-23T16:10:03Z")
it has heated seats , are they to get warm when I use the remote start , if I had the seats set on warm when I shut it down or is it different option \> thank you --- ## [2002 GMC Sonoma won't heat up past 150 degrees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sonoma-wont-heat-up-past-150-degrees/127406)
**Author:** [@paulivey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulivey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sonoma-wont-heat-up-past-150-degrees/127406 "2018-10-23T14:02:35Z")
I had a radiator split last summer. changed it out and now it won’t heat up past 150 degrees. i cleaned heater coil, changed 3 thermostats. 2 radiators and heat temp console. plus temp sensor. --- ## [2009 Toyota Yaris - knocks at slow speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-yaris-knocks-at-slow-speed/125772)
**Author:** [@Transtron36\_142654](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Transtron36_142654)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2018, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-yaris-knocks-at-slow-speed/125772 "2018-10-23T13:55:31Z")
When driving slow my car make a knocking noise. Sounds like a rock in a tin can. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=754) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=756)