# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=786 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 787 --- ## [2000 Toyota Corolla - hand brake light comes on when driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-hand-brake-light-comes-on-when-driving/124692)
**Author:** [@Denise56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Denise56)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-corolla-hand-brake-light-comes-on-when-driving/124692 "2018-09-10T16:14:54Z")
Why does the handbrake light go on when I brake or when you are he road is uneven while driving (sudden movements)? --- ## [1987 Ford F150 - which gear is best for parking brake?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-ford-f150-which-gear-is-best-for-parking-brake/124598)
**Author:** [@StephenWilley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StephenWilley)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-ford-f150-which-gear-is-best-for-parking-brake/124598 "2018-09-10T15:44:50Z")
I live in hilly terrain. Sometimes my parking brake slips off the ratcheting device that secures it when applied. To be extra safe, I leave it in gear. I’m wondering if 1st, 4th or reverse is the best choice in terms o… --- ## [Left Side of Bucket Seat Reclines Further - Twisting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-side-of-bucket-seat-reclines-further-twisting/124675)
**Author:** [@fcp4life](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fcp4life)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-side-of-bucket-seat-reclines-further-twisting/124675 "2018-09-10T14:38:21Z")
I have a car seat off a sentra ser spec v, that I’m using for a sim-racing rig, while reclining your back on it, the seat tends to twist / recline back further than the right side, I’ve looked around and the spring seems… --- ## [Oil filter double seal/gasket mistake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-double-seal-gasket-mistake/124646)
**Author:** [@Small-steps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Small-steps)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-double-seal-gasket-mistake/124646 "2018-09-10T14:30:28Z")
Hi Everyone, I’ve just had some bad luck when doing an oil and filter change and need some advice please. Basically the old filter’s seal has stayed on the block and I didn’t notice. I’ve then gone and screwed the new f… --- ## [2014 Volkswagen Passat automatic door isn't working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-passat-automatic-door-isnt-working/124644)
**Author:** [@anwar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anwar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-passat-automatic-door-isnt-working/124644 "2018-09-10T13:49:17Z")
hi my vw Passat 2014 automatic door lock is not working. when I drive the car I get door lock sound, but still can open from inside with puss unlock button. --- ## [Removing lens cover for dome light: 1995 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-lens-cover-for-dome-light-1995-toyota-camry/124687)
**Author:** [@DickSlawson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DickSlawson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 11:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-lens-cover-for-dome-light-1995-toyota-camry/124687 "2018-09-10T11:31:59Z")
How do you remove the lens cover for the dome light on a ca. 1995 Camry? I worry I’ll damage it. I need to replace the bulb. --- ## [Strange turn of events](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-turn-of-events/124640)
**Author:** [@Idealz707](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Idealz707)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 5:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-turn-of-events/124640 "2018-09-10T05:12:59Z")
I have a 2013 Jetta 2.5 se. The driver running light (fixed) and passenger low beam went out st same time. I tried replacing the low beam and the new bulb won’t light up. I started looking st fuses and now the Epc, ab… --- ## [Carwash vs. rear wiper blade on Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carwash-vs-rear-wiper-blade-on-subaru-forester/124662)
**Author:** [@myorders1000\_141939](https://community.cartalk.com/u/myorders1000_141939)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carwash-vs-rear-wiper-blade-on-subaru-forester/124662 "2018-09-10T04:19:00Z")
What is the best way to secure the rear windshield wiper blade before using the carwash? Those big rollers have been known to damage or rip off the rear wiper. Car washes aren’t using those plastic sleeves due to environ… --- ## [2009 Toyota Tacoma: low tire light won’t go out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-low-tire-light-won-t-go-out/124618)
**Author:** [@FrankCavanaugh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankCavanaugh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-low-tire-light-won-t-go-out/124618 "2018-09-10T02:11:10Z")
Old tires had a slow leak. Low tire light came on when tire was low. Like every 3 months. So I got 4 brand new tire today. I got my truck and my low tire light stays on. No problems before new tires. I also notice that m… --- ## [Trans Fluid Compatability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-fluid-compatability/124673)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2018, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-fluid-compatability/124673 "2018-09-10T01:47:13Z")
I bought a quart of transmission fluid that’s a full synthetic composition. I would like to know if it’s compatible with the non-synthetic fluid already in the transmission. Will I have problems if I mix the two types? --- ## [2001 Ford Taurus: how serious is emission control light?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-taurus-how-serious-is-emission-control-light/124610)
**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-taurus-how-serious-is-emission-control-light/124610 "2018-09-09T22:25:08Z")
84K miles. Emission Control System problem indicator light has come on. Car has been running fine. First opportunity for diagnostic check coming up this Monday. How serious is this? Should I worry? Anything easy (b… --- ## [1998 Chevrolet 1500 sputtering at low rpm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-1500-sputtering-at-low-rpm/124622)
**Author:** [@Robleitner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robleitner)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-1500-sputtering-at-low-rpm/124622 "2018-09-09T22:20:19Z")
Truck started to sputter at low rpm --- ## [2019 Toyota Avalon AC: flush, recharge, or replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-avalon-ac-flush-recharge-or-replace/124198)
**Author:** [@Becca58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Becca58)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-avalon-ac-flush-recharge-or-replace/124198 "2018-09-09T22:05:18Z")
My AC on my Avalon is not working well and I’m not sure if it needs a flush, a recharge or replacement. No cool air coming out whatsoever. --- ## [How do you clean the "Carbon" decal of a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Carbon 22 edition after wax?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-clean-the-carbon-decal-of-a-2015-gmc-sierra-1500-carbon-22-edition-after-wax/124623)
**Author:** [@jedbosman\_141915](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jedbosman_141915)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-clean-the-carbon-decal-of-a-2015-gmc-sierra-1500-carbon-22-edition-after-wax/124623 "2018-09-09T21:16:43Z")
I have a 2015 GMC Sierra Carbon 22 edition that got wax on the front carbon fiber looking decal, I was wondering if anyone would have any knowledge in how to fix it? Please only respond if you have a clue what your ta… --- ## [Oil weights and Florida hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-weights-and-florida-hot-weather/66918)
**Author:** [@slobber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slobber)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-weights-and-florida-hot-weather/66918 "2018-09-09T20:31:35Z")
My friend says that since we live in Florida, and the cars deal with the extreme heat that even though the manual says to use 5-20 or 5-30 weight oil, for older cars, 100000 miles or more, you should use a heavier weight… --- ## [2011 Toyota Corolla electrical issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-corolla-electrical-issue/124436)
**Author:** [@George\_Bennett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_Bennett)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-corolla-electrical-issue/124436 "2018-09-09T20:20:13Z")
So, a week ago while driving home from work my headlights dimmed, the power steering gave out, and the battery light was on. First thought that came to mind was the battery and alternator. My battery was old so I replace… --- ## [2006 Toyota Tacoma airbag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-airbag-light/124656)
**Author:** [@K16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/K16)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-airbag-light/124656 "2018-09-09T20:05:19Z")
light on for frontal air bag for 3 years now and now cruise control quit working. First intermitantly, now total. There is a recall for some 2006 tacomas on clock spring, but not my particular truck. Anyone with my yea… --- ## [2018 Honda Civic NEED ADVICE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-need-advice/123963)
**Author:** [@bkoson\_141482](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkoson_141482)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-need-advice/123963 "2018-09-09T19:02:31Z")
I have a new 2018 Honda Civic touring with dealer installed extras light console and floor illumination. I’ve had a handful of problems that the dealership says is normal or they can’t replicate. I’ll list the issues bel… --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse wind noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-wind-noise/124460)
**Author:** [@Denys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Denys)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-wind-noise/124460 "2018-09-09T18:04:06Z")
I am hearing wind noise coming from drivers side starting at speeds 25 mph and higher. The faster car goes, the louder the noise is. I’ve been in two different certified services and both of them told me that “this is no… --- ## [2007 Volvo XC90 mystery ailments](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-volvo-xc90-mystery-ailments/124651)
**Author:** [@LynetteRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LynetteRoy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-volvo-xc90-mystery-ailments/124651 "2018-09-09T14:50:40Z")
My 2007 Volvo XC90 has developed some mysterious ailments that no one has been able to explain. First, it goes along fine for months not losing oil (we check the oil regularly), then suddenly the oil goes down quickly. … --- ## [Steering column u-joint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-column-u-joint/124649)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-column-u-joint/124649 "2018-09-09T14:12:18Z")
if i wiggle steering wheel i can feel a slight rattle/looseness i reach under dash and put my hand on u-joint and can feel the clicking there the u-joint is attached to column which is splined and has pinch bolt there… --- ## [2005 GMC Envoy - Is it bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-envoy-is-it-bad/124550)
**Author:** [@floydwilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/floydwilliams)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-envoy-is-it-bad/124550 "2018-09-09T14:09:00Z")
my envoy will back up but when i put it into drive it will not move and make a noise --- ## [1994 Lincoln Continental - low oil pressure, or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-lincoln-continental-low-oil-pressure-or-not/124586)
**Author:** [@Karl30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karl30)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-lincoln-continental-low-oil-pressure-or-not/124586 "2018-09-09T13:56:13Z")
when the car gets up to normal operating temp, it will randomly say that there is low oil pressure. i can turn off the car sit a few minutes then continue driving and will be fine. it holds pressure at idle but drops whe… --- ## [2014 Ford Escape won’t sync](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-won-t-sync/124648)
**Author:** [@Julius07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julius07)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-won-t-sync/124648 "2018-09-09T13:41:47Z")
2014 Ford escape Titanium - sync is inoperative. I’ve tried all the on line fixes. Open door, turn on car - didn’t work. Disconnect battery - wait - reconnect - radio comes on, am only, can’t change station, my-touch … --- ## [2010 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Smells gasy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-c-class-smells-gasy/124509)
**Author:** [@DoloresLonergan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoloresLonergan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-c-class-smells-gasy/124509 "2018-09-09T13:21:26Z")
My car may be leaking fuel. I just had a new fuel pump installed. It’s been 2 weeks since the installation was done & I am getting a smell of fuel from the car. Is the car safe to drive? --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Sonic lost its shine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-sonic-lost-its-shine/124634)
**Author:** [@kimberlymunoz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimberlymunoz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 12:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-sonic-lost-its-shine/124634 "2018-09-09T12:01:25Z")
hood,roof,trunk lid has gotten a real dull finish no shine what so ever. --- ## [Recalibrating speedometer for 2016 Chevrolet 2500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recalibrating-speedometer-for-2016-chevrolet-2500/124625)
**Author:** [@everettschwartz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/everettschwartz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 11:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recalibrating-speedometer-for-2016-chevrolet-2500/124625 "2018-09-09T11:49:04Z")
do i need to recalibrate my speedometer if i switched from 17” to 20” tires on 2016 2500 silverado --- ## [2012 Toyota RAV4 - Brake shop suggestion?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-rav4-brake-shop-suggestion/124513)
**Author:** [@clarenceleewashington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clarenceleewashington)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-rav4-brake-shop-suggestion/124513 "2018-09-09T00:39:06Z")
best place to replace front brakes. meineke, pep boys, pope and davis or dealer? --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry - Delay off the line](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-delay-off-the-line/124628)
**Author:** [@pouyavedadi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pouyavedadi)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2018, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-delay-off-the-line/124628 "2018-09-09T00:36:08Z")
car gas is hard and it doesn’t accelerate correctly. it goes a long time to reach 20 mph with like 2-3 second delay and once it hit over 20 mph it flies --- ## [Run before I have to walk: car replacement time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-before-i-have-to-walk-car-replacement-time/124526)
**Author:** [@geo\_mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geo_mac)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2018, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-before-i-have-to-walk-car-replacement-time/124526 "2018-09-08T20:52:57Z")
It’s the same question everyone has, when to replace the car. I now have 145000, on a 2005 Kia Rio. I paid 2000+ 3 years ago, & got 1300 from an accident. The car is a bit of an embarrassment, windows aren’t working, tim… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=785) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=787)