# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=817 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 818 --- ## [2012 Hyundai Veracruz - TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-veracruz-tpms/121557)
**Author:** [@MikeLindberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeLindberg)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-veracruz-tpms/121557 "2018-07-25T01:40:43Z")
My TPMS warning light seems to go on then off as I’m driving long distances but everytime I check my tire pressure nothing is wrong. Any ideas? --- ## [Clutch going out or something else?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-going-out-or-something-else/121614)
**Author:** [@Abigail\_Saylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abigail_Saylor)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-going-out-or-something-else/121614 "2018-07-24T22:10:13Z")
I have a 2008 Hyundai accent with around 127000 miles on it, I recently purchased it from my fathers friend who is the only previous owner. I was on my way home when I was trying to slow down to turn off the street i pu… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2014 Ford Mustang #1532442803](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2014-ford-mustang-1532442803/121607)
**Author:** [@Jim22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim22)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2014-ford-mustang-1532442803/121607 "2018-07-24T21:51:54Z")
Should I store this convertible with the top up or down in a heated garage for the winter in New York? --- ## [Hyundai Elantra 2008 lights/door locks/ clock don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-2008-lights-door-locks-clock-dont-work/92024)
**Author:** [@michaelromick1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelromick1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-2008-lights-door-locks-clock-dont-work/92024 "2018-07-24T20:03:58Z")
My car mirror fell off, and there was a cord that when connected to the other cord, it turned on the mirror light. I accidentally touched the cord to a screw (because I am that smart) and then it sparked. Afterwards, my … --- ## [I really want/need HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-really-want-need-help/111688)
**Author:** [@RB533](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RB533)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-really-want-need-help/111688 "2018-07-24T19:44:24Z")
1997 dodge grand caravan LE 3.8L I have a problem where the front and back wipers are not working. The washer fluid works on the front but not on the back. The fuses, relays, wiper motor and rear washer motor are all go… --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry drive mode doesn’t match dash readout](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-drive-mode-doesn-t-match-dash-readout/121528)
**Author:** [@ManuelOssers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ManuelOssers)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-drive-mode-doesn-t-match-dash-readout/121528 "2018-07-24T19:42:55Z")
Hi Ray, My 2018 Camry XLE has three drive modes: Eco, Normal, and Sport. When selected, the dashboard shows Eco or Sport but not Normal. When Normal is select, the screen shows Eco. The Dealer says that’s how is suppose… --- ## [2004 Nissan Frontier - sugar in the gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-sugar-in-the-gas-tank/121587)
**Author:** [@LillySmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LillySmith)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-sugar-in-the-gas-tank/121587 "2018-07-24T17:48:18Z")
Sugar was put into my gas tank and I didn’t know until after I drove it about 30 miles & killed it & went to start it again. My husband took the fuel filter off & blew through it. Then turned key over a few times to push… --- ## [Can’t find 2005 Chrysler Crossfire turn signal bulb sockets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-2005-chrysler-crossfire-turn-signal-bulb-sockets/121503)
**Author:** [@Link\_Tom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Link_Tom)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-find-2005-chrysler-crossfire-turn-signal-bulb-sockets/121503 "2018-07-24T17:47:46Z")
Need 2 front turn signal bulb sockets - the dealer says they’re no longer available! HELP!!! --- ## [Front end clunk- 2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-clunk-2008-mazda-mazdaspeed3/121507)
**Author:** [@douglasCampbell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/douglasCampbell)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-clunk-2008-mazda-mazdaspeed3/121507 "2018-07-24T17:08:51Z")
front end clunking sound going over bumps. Front struts replaced. Front and rear end links replaced. Rear shocks replaced. Both front wheel bearings replaced. --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara - Knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-knocking/121592)
**Author:** [@Michelle18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michelle18)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-knocking/121592 "2018-07-24T17:04:59Z")
My car is knocking loudly and repeatedly in the engine. It has oil. --- ## [2012 Cadillac SRX high beams won’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-cadillac-srx-high-beams-won-t-work/121570)
**Author:** [@johnafowler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnafowler)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-cadillac-srx-high-beams-won-t-work/121570 "2018-07-24T16:19:11Z")
high beam lights do not work --- ## [1999 Mercury Cougar: fuel in the air cleaner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercury-cougar-fuel-in-the-air-cleaner/121577)
**Author:** [@MarkHedge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkHedge)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 3:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercury-cougar-fuel-in-the-air-cleaner/121577 "2018-07-24T15:32:19Z")
Car won’t start. Fuel pouring into air cleaner --- ## [2010 Volvo S80 - Whirrs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-s80-whirrs/121603)
**Author:** [@Bruce08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bruce08)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volvo-s80-whirrs/121603 "2018-07-24T13:55:52Z")
just started whirring in the transmission --- ## [2005 Saturn Relay service theft system warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-relay-service-theft-system-warning/121600)
**Author:** [@RobertKeyes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertKeyes)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-relay-service-theft-system-warning/121600 "2018-07-24T13:54:53Z")
Service Theft System --- ## [2011 Ford Fiesta weather stripping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fiesta-weather-stripping/121583)
**Author:** [@Gray03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gray03)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-fiesta-weather-stripping/121583 "2018-07-24T13:52:50Z")
Seems I am the only person in the world that has this issue (no you tube episodes to be found). The weather strip that is around the car door is bunching up above the drivers side mirror. Is there any why to fix this? I … --- ## [2001 VW Golf mk4 Voltage regulator or bad wiring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-vw-golf-mk4-voltage-regulator-or-bad-wiring/121101)
**Author:** [@Ifby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ifby)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-vw-golf-mk4-voltage-regulator-or-bad-wiring/121101 "2018-07-24T13:35:48Z")
The battery isn’t charging at all, but I’m getting 15v+ testing between the alternator casing and the battery ground when running and just over 12v when off. Battery was recently recharged. Battery reading just over 11v … --- ## [2006 Infiniti QX56 chokeswhen accelerating on the highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-qx56-chokeswhen-accelerating-on-the-highway/121581)
**Author:** [@Aaron00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aaron00)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-qx56-chokeswhen-accelerating-on-the-highway/121581 "2018-07-24T01:08:02Z")
While driving at 75 MPH for over two hours as I accelerate to pass a car my car begins to decelerate and seems to choke. If I give more gas it gets worse. If I floor it, there is a loud thump sensation that feels like t… --- ## [2007 Ford Taurus - looks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-taurus-looks/121563)
**Author:** [@RosettaFisher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RosettaFisher)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-taurus-looks/121563 "2018-07-24T06:51:10Z")
Can I make my 2077 look better --- ## [Diagnostic Help 2004 Accord (possible belt issue)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-help-2004-accord-possible-belt-issue/121541)
**Author:** [@Zarathuztra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zarathuztra)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-help-2004-accord-possible-belt-issue/121541 "2018-07-24T03:21:25Z")
I have in the past (2) days experienced this issue (3) times. I’m driving, the check battery light comes on and the power steering shuts off (wheel becomes very difficult to turn) for a period of about 2-4 seconds. On th… --- ## [2008 Pontiac Montana SV6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-montana-sv6/121390)
**Author:** [@SergeDubreuil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SergeDubreuil)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-montana-sv6/121390 "2018-07-24T03:01:50Z")
HI! I have a montana sv6 2008 engine 3.9 lts 75000 km and when I drive at 1800 rpm on lock up the engine sometime skip 2-3 times before downshifting so had a spark plug cracked on cylinder #5 I chanded it and the prob… --- ## [1991 Geo Metro #- Oil info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-geo-metro-oil-info/121554)
**Author:** [@richardsoto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richardsoto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-geo-metro-oil-info/121554 "2018-07-24T02:42:45Z")
I have a 1991 geo metro it asks for sg or sg/ cd oil . what does that mean? --- ## [1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Trans cooler?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-grand-cherokee-trans-cooler/121536)
**Author:** [@MikeTest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeTest)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-grand-cherokee-trans-cooler/121536 "2018-07-24T02:12:00Z")
I’m moving from New Jersey to Florida in a week, driving approximately 1,100 miles in 90° weather give or take. I’ll be towing a 6x12 foot trailer full of my belongings and the jeep packed as well. I have a 1997 Jeep Gra… --- ## [2016 GMC Canyon - Which oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-canyon-which-oil/121323)
**Author:** [@richard00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richard00)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-canyon-which-oil/121323 "2018-07-24T01:34:04Z")
type are grade oil to use --- ## [1993 Ford Ranger - Pitman arm help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-ranger-pitman-arm-help/121565)
**Author:** [@Joseph59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph59)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-ranger-pitman-arm-help/121565 "2018-07-24T01:31:02Z")
Taking off pitman arm on a 1993 ford ranger,any easy ways to do this job ? I have to put new seals in bottom and dont wannt to take out box --- ## [Help me choose the maintenance work on my passat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-choose-the-maintenance-work-on-my-passat/121463)
**Author:** [@lostone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lostone)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-choose-the-maintenance-work-on-my-passat/121463 "2018-07-24T01:19:54Z")
Hi, I have a 2012 Passat which recently began vibrating once I reached around 50 mph. I took it to the Volkswagen dealership to get it look at (thinking it was a tire issue). They now emailed me a list of things the c… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Equinox - Stop-start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox-stop-start/121548)
**Author:** [@mark50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2018, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox-stop-start/121548 "2018-07-24T00:59:01Z")
issues with the auto stop feature? vehicle shuts off as it should… but surges or moves forward with brake applied as if it is unsure to start or not? --- ## [2007 Ford Escape - Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-escape-steering/121552)
**Author:** [@Kathy26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy26)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-escape-steering/121552 "2018-07-23T23:50:36Z")
steering problem. works and then quits. --- ## [Water in 2000 Kia Rio’s power steering system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-2000-kia-rio-s-power-steering-system/121492)
**Author:** [@Mahaguru](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mahaguru)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-2000-kia-rio-s-power-steering-system/121492 "2018-07-23T22:52:56Z")
What to do if we drove a few miles after accidentally filling water into the power steering system? --- ## [2012 Toyota Prius v - Battery question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-v-battery-question/121550)
**Author:** [@EdIngoldsby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdIngoldsby)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-v-battery-question/121550 "2018-07-23T19:06:27Z")
I purchased a used 2012 toyota prius in 2015 I love the car. I now have 115,000 miles on it. I have talked to other prius owners and the claim to get over 160,000 miles on the batteries. I would like the car a long time… --- ## [2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class check engine light keeps coming on!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-c-class-check-engine-light-keeps-coming-on/120217)
**Author:** [@TonyMansfield](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyMansfield)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-c-class-check-engine-light-keeps-coming-on/120217 "2018-07-23T19:02:56Z")
Check engine light has come on 8 times in the last 27 months. There is no other evidence that the car is not running properly. Each time I have taken the car to the dealer. The last two times they replaced the purge val… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=816) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=818)