# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=797 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 798 --- ## [2011 Nissan Versa door handle problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-versa-door-handle-problem/123597)
**Author:** [@anascharfenstein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anascharfenstein)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-versa-door-handle-problem/123597 "2018-08-24T17:06:52Z")
my fathers door handle to open car key section not working properly was this a redcall 2011 Nissan versa --- ## [2009 Chevrolet Malibu - Twice burned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-twice-burned/123458)
**Author:** [@MargeLakofsky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MargeLakofsky)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-malibu-twice-burned/123458 "2018-08-24T16:33:16Z")
Anyone having problems with catalytic converters on Chevy Malibus? I have had problems with 2 different Malibus, both around 70K miles. Cost me $1000 each time. --- ## [1999 Toyota Camry: replace transmission, or sell as is?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-replace-transmission-or-sell-as-is/122168)
**Author:** [@sirgroiney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sirgroiney)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2018, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-replace-transmission-or-sell-as-is/122168 "2018-08-22T19:56:51Z")
Should I replace the transmission for around $2,500. or sell it as is? Our mechanic said the engine is in great shape, and the car has hardly needed any work done, except regular maintenance and aging parts as needed. I … --- ## [1989 Ford E350 - Couple issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-e350-couple-issues/123555)
**Author:** [@CharliePrice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharliePrice)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-ford-e350-couple-issues/123555 "2018-08-24T14:52:49Z")
Overheating and throttlebody or cable sticks at 160 degrees without a thermostat --- ## [Need Help! 1998 Civic Idle Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-1998-civic-idle-issues/123569)
**Author:** [@Morris\_Castillo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Morris_Castillo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 2:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-1998-civic-idle-issues/123569 "2018-08-24T14:14:53Z")
So, I was messing with my car because it had idle issues. It idled fine in the night and idles low in the day. So I changed IACV and tps sensor. Check tps to be calibrated at .50 TB closed and 4.57 open. That’s what my c… --- ## [2005 Ford F150 - Help me start this](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-f150-help-me-start-this/123556)
**Author:** [@Paul-Balares](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul-Balares)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-f150-help-me-start-this/123556 "2018-08-24T14:10:39Z")
Can’t get my truck to start after putting in a new starter motor, I don’t know what else to look at? --- ## [2008 Kia Sportage - Vibrationage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-vibrationage/123579)
**Author:** [@Cindy32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cindy32)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-vibrationage/123579 "2018-08-24T14:07:53Z")
vibration in front when applying brakes --- ## [2007 Cadillac XLR - Melting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-xlr-melting/123575)
**Author:** [@Foley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Foley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-xlr-melting/123575 "2018-08-24T13:27:09Z")
My running lights melted the lenses on my Cadillac XLR Dealer quoted me $2700 just for parts. Where is Cadillac this is deffentily a defect --- ## [2007 Toyota Avalon - Wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-avalon-wipers/123266)
**Author:** [@SusanWaryold](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanWaryold)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 12:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-avalon-wipers/123266 "2018-08-24T12:55:53Z")
windshield wipers always rub on window, no matter what brand of wiper blades. Any help? --- ## [2003 jeep grand cherokee brakes,and rotors,tires wear real bad on inside front tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-and-rotors-tires-wear-real-bad-on-inside-front-tires/123517)
**Author:** [@Teresa\_Taylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Teresa_Taylor)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-and-rotors-tires-wear-real-bad-on-inside-front-tires/123517 "2018-08-24T12:49:53Z")
Changed brakes on front and I smell burning rubber, do I need to check my rotors? Also my front tires are wearing real bad on inside do I just need an alignment? --- ## [1985 GMC 1500 - Carb?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-gmc-1500-carb/123528)
**Author:** [@chrispelloni](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrispelloni)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-gmc-1500-carb/123528 "2018-08-24T12:24:08Z")
I am having trouble with my truck hesitating when its under a heavy load. it has a quadrajet carb, I have recently changed the plugs wires cap rotor pcv coil coil cap. it seams to run fine until I need the four barrel to… --- ## [2013 Kia Sorento - What do these two lights mean](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-what-do-these-two-lights-mean/123567)
**Author:** [@JamesFoster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesFoster)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 12:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-sorento-what-do-these-two-lights-mean/123567 "2018-08-24T12:03:50Z")
My abs, dbc & esc lights are on all the time, what gives? --- ## [Please Help! Civic 1998 1.6L Dx Coupe Automatic Idle issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-civic-1998-1-6l-dx-coupe-automatic-idle-issue/123561)
**Author:** [@Morris\_Castillo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Morris_Castillo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 11:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-civic-1998-1-6l-dx-coupe-automatic-idle-issue/123561 "2018-08-24T11:42:51Z")
So, I was messing with my car because it had idle issues. It idled fine in the night and idles low in the day. So I changed IACV and tps sensor. Check tps to be calibrated at .50 TB closed and 4.57 open. That’s what my c… --- ## [2006 GMC Yukon - repair shop charging me for their error](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-yukon-repair-shop-charging-me-for-their-error/123548)
**Author:** [@Bob42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob42)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-yukon-repair-shop-charging-me-for-their-error/123548 "2018-08-24T04:04:22Z")
My repair shop was replacing the rear brake lines for a set price, and when it came time to bleed the system, they broke a bleeder screw off. Instead of calling me to say there would be a problem, they tried the 2nd rear… --- ## [2007 Toyota Camry - loud noise on highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-loud-noise-on-highway/123538)
**Author:** [@Hattie50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hattie50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-loud-noise-on-highway/123538 "2018-08-24T02:05:42Z")
2007 Toyota Camry is making a loud noise when driving on street or highway --- ## [Adding any power steering fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-any-power-steering-fluid/123541)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-any-power-steering-fluid/123541 "2018-08-24T00:07:36Z")
2009 Lexus ES350 Just noticed power steering fluid is at minimum level. On hand, I have Bardahl power steering fluid 5713 for Honda and Acura w/ sealer and conditioner. Would it be fine for me to add this? --- ## [1996 Chevrolet Express 1500 / G10 - Thumping/Chopping Noise During deceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevrolet-express-1500-g10-thumping-chopping-noise-during-deceleration/123510)
**Author:** [@Kelly\_Marchewa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kelly_Marchewa)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevrolet-express-1500-g10-thumping-chopping-noise-during-deceleration/123510 "2018-08-23T23:52:28Z")
I have a 1996 Chevy Express 1500 van. RWD with 5.0. During light braking or deceleration (probably around 30 - 35 mph), it makes what I would call a rhythmic thumping or chopping sound. Though it is hard to describe a so… --- ## [2000 Lexus ES 300 - can't get new key fob out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lexus-es-300-cant-get-new-key-fob-out/123482)
**Author:** [@JanieBell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanieBell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lexus-es-300-cant-get-new-key-fob-out/123482 "2018-08-23T18:07:56Z")
I have a 2000 lexus es300. I ordered a key fob on line. Went to dealership and had key cut. Put key in ignition but cannot get the key out. It will turn on and off but cannot get it out. --- ## [Mazda 6s check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6s-check-engine-light/123224)
**Author:** [@Adam\_Valerio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adam_Valerio)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-6s-check-engine-light/123224 "2018-08-23T15:42:33Z")
--- ## [1998 Chevrolet S-10 - Help with stalled truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-s-10-help-with-stalled-truck/123396)
**Author:** [@JimFrampus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimFrampus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-s-10-help-with-stalled-truck/123396 "2018-08-23T14:53:05Z")
Riding down the road & it just stopped running ? --- ## [2016 Ford Explorer Sport hood paint bubbling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-sport-hood-paint-bubbling/123486)
**Author:** [@Josh24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josh24)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 12:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-explorer-sport-hood-paint-bubbling/123486 "2018-08-23T12:01:39Z")
2016 Ford Explorer sport paint bubbling at lip of hood in several spots. If it is fixed right and hood repainted will this happen again? --- ## [Squeaking Noise while diving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-while-diving/123352)
**Author:** [@Grayson012](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Grayson012)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-while-diving/123352 "2018-08-23T03:44:34Z")
There is a squeaky noise coming from the back of my car while driving. It only happens when I am going forward and there is no noise when stopped. There is no change when I touch the brakes. Here is the sound --- ## [Converting Ford Model A to right-hand drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-ford-model-a-to-right-hand-drive/123184)
**Author:** [@RanjitBhusry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RanjitBhusry)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 8:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-ford-model-a-to-right-hand-drive/123184 "2018-08-23T08:00:49Z")
Can You convert a Ford Model A 1928 to Right hand drive easily for export --- ## [Ford focus 2001 cylinder 1 misfire shooting out sparkplug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-2001-cylinder-1-misfire-shooting-out-sparkplug/123500)
**Author:** [@Luke\_Buschmann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luke_Buschmann)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-2001-cylinder-1-misfire-shooting-out-sparkplug/123500 "2018-08-23T06:31:25Z")
When I was driving today, I got off of the highway and noticed that my car was struggling a bit. At first I was thinking that it was having trouble getting into gear. It seemed to be a sporadic loss of power but not so s… --- ## [1994 Dodge Ram 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-dodge-ram-1500/123498)
**Author:** [@KendallD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KendallD)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-dodge-ram-1500/123498 "2018-08-23T05:33:18Z")
When you push down on the emergency brake on this vehicle, it pops right back up like it is not connected to anything. Thank you in advance for any advice. --- ## [2015 RAM 1500 - Oil reminder?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-1500-oil-reminder/123447)
**Author:** [@AndreaJanuchowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndreaJanuchowski)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-1500-oil-reminder/123447 "2018-08-23T03:23:02Z")
2015 Dodge Ram. Supposed to indicate oil change required, but isn’t. Also, low fuel should chime and light on dash, but doesn’t. WHY??? --- ## [Car dies when idling in drive but not neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-idling-in-drive-but-not-neutral/33238)
**Author:** [@raymec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raymec)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-when-idling-in-drive-but-not-neutral/33238 "2018-08-23T02:35:35Z")
when my car is at a stop light or just sittin there in drive it dies.it dies only when the motor is warm.it doesnt die right away but the rpms go below 500 and then dies.if its in neutral the rpms stay at about 900 and i… --- ## [2009 Nissan Murano - transfer case estimate too high?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-transfer-case-estimate-too-high/123479)
**Author:** [@vince521](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vince521)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-transfer-case-estimate-too-high/123479 "2018-08-23T02:20:52Z")
i have a 2009 nissian murano and nissian service told me the transfer case is leaking and will need to replaced soon, at a cost of 5000. dollars seems a bit high don,t you think? --- ## [Ghost Crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ghost-crank/123348)
**Author:** [@Isadore\_Sparks\_II](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Isadore_Sparks_II)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 1:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ghost-crank/123348 "2018-08-23T01:56:41Z")
I have a 99 Chevy Tahoe. It has a remote start. I’m not a mechanic, but replacing the starter seems easy enough. So I disconnected the battery, excised the old factory starter, then replaced it with a new AC Delco starte… --- ## [1995 Toyota Camry - Speedo wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-camry-speedo-wrong/123436)
**Author:** [@meehanjames11\_147645](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meehanjames11_147645)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2018, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-camry-speedo-wrong/123436 "2018-08-23T01:41:47Z")
The speedometer needle does not move until i’m doing about 45MPH… i measure it with a speed App. Then it stays at 20-30MPH no matter how fast i go.The odometer needle does not always match the ammount of throttle i use … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=796) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=798)