# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=757 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 758 --- ## [What size wheel will go with a tire 245 35z r20?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-wheel-will-go-with-a-tire-245-35z-r20/127273)
**Author:** [@AntonioGraham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioGraham)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 12:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-wheel-will-go-with-a-tire-245-35z-r20/127273 "2018-10-22T12:48:14Z")
I’m looking to buy a wheel to go with my tire. I wanted to know if a 20 x 10 wheel fits my tire. The make and model of the Chevy is a 2001 Monte Carlo. I have the link of the tire I’m shopping for below. www.ebay.com/i/… --- ## [1998 Buick LeSabre P0300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-lesabre-p0300/126692)
**Author:** [@RichardRBennett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardRBennett)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 7:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-lesabre-p0300/126692 "2018-10-22T07:50:49Z")
Fault code P0300. Random misfire detected. Never had this problem. 95,000 miles. need some help. --- ## [2002 Subaru Legacy - Smells of gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-legacy-smells-of-gas/127327)
**Author:** [@JohnP.Rousis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnP.Rousis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-legacy-smells-of-gas/127327 "2018-10-22T05:03:44Z")
Car run’s rough and backfires in engine compartment also when cold smell of Gas --- ## [2007 Dodge Caravan only runs for 3 seconds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-caravan-only-runs-for-3-seconds/127308)
**Author:** [@ChrisHathaway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisHathaway)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-caravan-only-runs-for-3-seconds/127308 "2018-10-22T04:03:21Z")
My caravan when started only runs for about 3seconds. When you turn it off and try to restart may not do anything. If you let it sit for a time it will start and run for 3 seconds. If you try to start it to soon the tach… --- ## [Ford Fusion 09 starts sometimes and sometimes it doesn't](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-09-starts-sometimes-and-sometimes-it-doesnt/124772)
**Author:** [@utserr\_142003](https://community.cartalk.com/u/utserr_142003)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-09-starts-sometimes-and-sometimes-it-doesnt/124772 "2018-10-22T03:14:01Z")
Hello everyone! Recently my car has had trouble starting, well sometimes it turns on and sometimes it doesn’t and i have to either wait a few minutes or sometimes it won’t even turn on anymore. I changed the starter and … --- ## [Lost half my electrical in a 74 Satellite](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-half-my-electrical-in-a-74-satellite/127286)
**Author:** [@jmvanhoose1\_143593](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmvanhoose1_143593)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-half-my-electrical-in-a-74-satellite/127286 "2018-10-22T02:56:27Z")
Have a 1974 Plymouth Satellite, took it to work the other day and everything was fine went to leave and half my stuff wouldnt work. My brake vaccumm, gas gauge, turn signals, radio, and after market tach is not working.… --- ## [2004 Mercury Mountaineer engine shuts down while using cruise control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercury-mountaineer-engine-shuts-down-while-using-cruise-control/127266)
**Author:** [@Anita19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anita19)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercury-mountaineer-engine-shuts-down-while-using-cruise-control/127266 "2018-10-21T15:43:21Z")
Has anyone ever figured out a fix for the engine shutting down while using the cruise control?? Seems everyone is having the problem, but no one know the fix. Geez! --- ## [Distributor/timing help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/distributor-timing-help/127282)
**Author:** [@Hobby\_welder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hobby_welder)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/distributor-timing-help/127282 "2018-10-22T02:18:16Z")
Folks, I legitimately need help. I may have bitten off more than I can chew by myself. I put in a new distributor in my truck not knowing all the ins and outs. Now im paying for it. I have a 1993 Ford f-250 with the 5.… --- ## [Non Automatic Reset Low Tire & Check Tire Alerts Reset Automatically?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/non-automatic-reset-low-tire-check-tire-alerts-reset-automatically/127232)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/non-automatic-reset-low-tire-check-tire-alerts-reset-automatically/127232 "2018-10-22T02:09:00Z")
I refilled low tires in a 2017 Nissan Frontier when I saw the low tire and check tire alerts were in alarm. The owner’s manual states that the alerts won’t reset until the vehicle is driven at at least 18 MPH. But the … --- ## [No heat in 2001 Ford E250](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-in-2001-ford-e250/127310)
**Author:** [@JamesLKemp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesLKemp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-in-2001-ford-e250/127310 "2018-10-21T23:45:47Z")
No heat, Flushed out cooling system, new thermosit, new blower motor, no leaks, good pressure,blend door working, heater core lines are both hot, top hose hot, bottom not so much… nothing but cold/cool air. --- ## [2004 Ford F150 - Misery loves company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f150-misery-loves-company/127139)
**Author:** [@PatrickJBoehm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickJBoehm)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 1:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f150-misery-loves-company/127139 "2018-10-22T01:52:22Z")
Have you had a lot of problems with this engine? I have had plenty. --- ## [Why did the tire fall off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-the-tire-fall-off/21247)
**Author:** [@ramonell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramonell)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-the-tire-fall-off/21247 "2018-10-22T01:49:23Z")
My husband recently purchased a 1996 Ford Bronco 4x4 with 115,000 miles. He drove it about 2,000 miles when one day he noticed a strange noise coming from the back. He thought there may be something wrong with the brea… --- ## [1994 Pontiac Firebird - Cylinder miss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-pontiac-firebird-cylinder-miss/127183)
**Author:** [@ChuckHenderson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuckHenderson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2018, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-pontiac-firebird-cylinder-miss/127183 "2018-10-22T01:20:34Z")
Have a recurring problem with one or two cylinder miss on acceleration. --- ## [2001 Toyota Camry - Ran out of gas. Now problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-ran-out-of-gas-now-problems/127155)
**Author:** [@Erica15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erica15)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-ran-out-of-gas-now-problems/127155 "2018-10-21T23:13:14Z")
I have a 2001 Toyota Camry 4cyl anyways I ran outta gas and then had to replace my fuel pump and filter but now it still won’t crank and the fuel pump is workin and fuel is I checked the hose connected to the filter so i… --- ## [2008 Hyundai Azera - horn sound when locking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-azera-horn-sound-when-locking/127297)
**Author:** [@Paul21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-azera-horn-sound-when-locking/127297 "2018-10-21T22:32:24Z")
How to make the horn sounded when I lock the car with the remote? --- ## [Ford escape not going when on drive or reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-not-going-when-on-drive-or-reverse/127298)
**Author:** [@Vanessa\_Garcia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vanessa_Garcia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-not-going-when-on-drive-or-reverse/127298 "2018-10-21T21:58:22Z")
So I was hoping someone can help on my 2006 Ford escape automatic transmission it turns on great everything works except when I put it on drive and reverse it won’t go anywhere I know I need a transmission oil change but… --- ## [2005 Nissan Maxima - new battery, new alternator, new problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-maxima-new-battery-new-alternator-new-problem/127227)
**Author:** [@LWilliams1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LWilliams1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-maxima-new-battery-new-alternator-new-problem/127227 "2018-10-21T21:39:36Z")
Hi I had my alternator replace and I also replace the battery. Because they both were starting to give me trouble. I remember seeing my old battery still connected while the guy was replace the alternator. I don’t know i… --- ## [No Oil in SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-suv/126580)
**Author:** [@gdawgs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gdawgs)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-suv/126580 "2018-10-21T21:30:53Z")
i have a 2010 Toyota Highlander (wife’s). 3.5L fwd, 155K miles, beautiful vehicle, gets us and kids anywhere and everywhere we want to go. Pleasure to drive. Changed oil last weekend, a week later, wife complains that… --- ## [Squealing noise when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-noise-when-accelerating/80140)
**Author:** [@smile13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smile13)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-noise-when-accelerating/80140 "2018-10-21T21:24:33Z")
I have a 2004 Ford Escape Limited. There is a squealing noise when I accelerate from a complete stop. It's not there constantly, and seems to have started when I started using the AC. When I had my oil changed tonight at… --- ## [My 76 corvette stutters and losses power after 2500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-76-corvette-stutters-and-losses-power-after-2500/127236)
**Author:** [@William\_Rosati](https://community.cartalk.com/u/William_Rosati)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-76-corvette-stutters-and-losses-power-after-2500/127236 "2018-10-21T20:53:01Z")
So my 76 corvette has been sitting for a while now. I have turned her on and ran her to temperature a few times in the driveway but today was the real road test. She shifts fine all 3 gears but at 2500 plus RMP she stutt… --- ## [1985 GMC Safari headlights wouldn’t turn on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-gmc-safari-headlights-wouldn-t-turn-on/127281)
**Author:** [@GaryThorsen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryThorsen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-gmc-safari-headlights-wouldn-t-turn-on/127281 "2018-10-21T20:48:19Z")
I also have the same problem as twophat49 with his 1993 Chev. Astro Van. My Van had been sitting foe awhile and I would start and run it for awhile. The was dead and I put in a new battery and saw the big 100amp fuse aga… --- ## [2000 Subaru Outback low beams don’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-low-beams-don-t-work/127069)
**Author:** [@RussCoyote](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RussCoyote)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2018, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-low-beams-don-t-work/127069 "2018-10-20T00:36:45Z")
headlites work on highbeam but not on low beam. --- ## [Stuck break bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-break-bolts/127287)
**Author:** [@Melissa\_Hill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Melissa_Hill)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-break-bolts/127287 "2018-10-21T19:20:50Z")
Here I go again. I have a 2009 VW Jetta that i am trying to replace the rear brakes. But the bolts are stuck . How can I get them off… ? There is not enough room to get an impact back there. What do I do… --- ## [Looking for sun roof motor for 1979 Chevrolet Malibu Classic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-sun-roof-motor-for-1979-chevrolet-malibu-classic/127284)
**Author:** [@CarlPetrello](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlPetrello)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-sun-roof-motor-for-1979-chevrolet-malibu-classic/127284 "2018-10-21T18:52:00Z")
I am looking for a Sun Roof Motor to buy. Any Information for the Part Numbers For this car. --- ## [03 Nissan Pathfinder Get Power Window Down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-nissan-pathfinder-get-power-window-down/127262)
**Author:** [@Krystel\_Seijo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krystel_Seijo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-nissan-pathfinder-get-power-window-down/127262 "2018-10-21T17:51:09Z")
I need to replace the window motor/regulator on an 03 Nissan Pathfinder. But the window isn’t working so how do I get it down to take the bolts connecting the regulator and the window? I have the door panel off already… --- ## [1998 Jeep Cherokee rpms shoot up and down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-cherokee-rpms-shoot-up-and-down/127261)
**Author:** [@MariCurrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MariCurrey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-cherokee-rpms-shoot-up-and-down/127261 "2018-10-21T15:22:43Z")
Recently, if I am driving around 40-45 MPH, my RPMs will shoot up and down until I leave that speed zone. I also had an experience around the time that this started, where I was stopped at an intersection waiting for my … --- ## [Where’s the emergency shut off valve? - 2006 GMC Canyon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-the-emergency-shut-off-valve-2006-gmc-canyon/127252)
**Author:** [@Jost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jost)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-the-emergency-shut-off-valve-2006-gmc-canyon/127252 "2018-10-21T15:08:17Z")
Does 06 canyon have an emergency shut off valve and where is it located? --- ## [Time to retire my '93 Ford Ranger?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-retire-my-93-ford-ranger/127244)
**Author:** [@jen207](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jen207)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-retire-my-93-ford-ranger/127244 "2018-10-21T14:54:21Z")
My sad but faithful 1993 Ford Ranger (160,000 miles) is on life support and now needs about $1,000 worth of repairs to fix three major problems. I’m debating whether to have those problems fixed or replace it with somet… --- ## [1983 Ford E350 - Help me fix my home](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-ford-e350-help-me-fix-my-home/127167)
**Author:** [@Daveloomis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daveloomis)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-ford-e350-help-me-fix-my-home/127167 "2018-10-21T14:43:56Z")
Hello I have a Ford class c Motorhome 1983 with a 460 Holley carb and I get hard starts after it runs… The time it takes to stop and get gas it cranks for a long time but starts. Just replaced the wires cap and rotor… pl… --- ## [I love my 2007 Acura TSX, but how long will it last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-love-my-2007-acura-tsx-but-how-long-will-it-last/127197)
**Author:** [@STEVENCOFFEYSMITH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/STEVENCOFFEYSMITH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2018, 1:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-love-my-2007-acura-tsx-but-how-long-will-it-last/127197 "2018-10-21T13:03:06Z")
How many miles can you drive this make and model before repairs cost too much? So far, at 115000, I have replaced tires, brakes and batteries, and not much else. I love the car but repairs are two hours away. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=756) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=758)