# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=818 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 819 --- ## [2011 Honda Accord - LET ME OUT!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-accord-let-me-out/121338)
**Author:** [@JanetJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanetJohnson)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-accord-let-me-out/121338 "2018-07-23T16:59:08Z")
Three or 4 times in the last several years, I have arrived at my destination, and after I shut off the car and take the keys out, the doors lock and the car alarm starts beeping and I am locked in. I cannot unlock the d… --- ## [1994 Volvo 850 Automatic Transmission NonTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-volvo-850-automatic-transmission-nonturbo/121425)
**Author:** [@Tom\_Maida](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_Maida)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-volvo-850-automatic-transmission-nonturbo/121425 "2018-07-23T18:10:50Z")
Quote I have a 1994 Volvo 850, Automatic transmission, non-turbo. In the past year, it’s been a little more sluggish acting on start-up sometimes, acting as though it was in too high of a gear. That is, it sometimes a… --- ## [Where’s my Ford Escape’s CHT sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-my-ford-escape-s-cht-sensor/121496)
**Author:** [@billblair](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billblair)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-my-ford-escape-s-cht-sensor/121496 "2018-07-22T20:10:58Z")
where is the cht sensor located on my 13 escape sel ecobost 1\`.6 L turbo charged --- ## [2009 Ford Escape Limited water leaking onto driver side floor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-limited-water-leaking-onto-driver-side-floor/121540)
**Author:** [@tjhuot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjhuot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-limited-water-leaking-onto-driver-side-floor/121540 "2018-07-23T17:16:07Z")
With the huge downpours we have been having here west of Baltimore, I just started to notice water coming into the cabin. I first noticed it on the parking brake release handle. I then felt the plastic above the handle a… --- ## [Air Condition is Cool, then will blow hot, not warm air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-condition-is-cool-then-will-blow-hot-not-warm-air/121509)
**Author:** [@viperviper55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/viperviper55)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-condition-is-cool-then-will-blow-hot-not-warm-air/121509 "2018-07-23T17:07:27Z")
I have a 2012 focus with automatic climate control that had the radiator replaced and AC condenser replaced, as well as new coolant and the ac recharged. When running the AC with a temperature setting, like 69 degrees (… --- ## [2008 Ford Escape - Wrench light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-wrench-light/121546)
**Author:** [@Pierre26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pierre26)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-wrench-light/121546 "2018-07-23T16:36:15Z")
I have a orange wrench lite 2008 ford escape since i installed winter tires but replaced the tires with summer which had capers sensors. the tire symbol went away but the wrench light stayed. what do you think is problem… --- ## [Why won't a diesel start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-a-diesel-start/121087)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-a-diesel-start/121087 "2018-07-23T16:24:08Z")
While out riding my bicycle I encountered a fellow with a VW Beetle stuck in the middle of a (non-busy) intersection, trying to push it. I stopped to help him. After we got it out of the intersection and side of the ro… --- ## [My car struggles to start? Help needed badly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-struggles-to-start-help-needed-badly/121538)
**Author:** [@Danielle\_Oliver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danielle_Oliver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-struggles-to-start-help-needed-badly/121538 "2018-07-23T15:37:28Z")
Few weeks ago I accidentally left my windows down and it poured rain then the next day my doors kept locking by themselves going crazy. They kept locking nonstop even without my car running. I don’t have a button on my k… --- ## [2010 Ford Mustang - lights, AC buttons don’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-mustang-lights-ac-buttons-don-t-work/121526)
**Author:** [@Scott47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scott47)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-mustang-lights-ac-buttons-don-t-work/121526 "2018-07-23T12:44:57Z")
would a defective front control interface module cause the lights on the a/c and heater buttons not work? plus the contrllers not work? --- ## [2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class air conditioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-c-class-air-conditioner/121532)
**Author:** [@MarkGill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkGill)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 11:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-c-class-air-conditioner/121532 "2018-07-23T11:22:52Z")
2005 c230… AC compressor comes on when “AUTO” is selected (MAX air setting), but the fan that blows the cold air into the cabin does not come on…this is an intermittent issue (sometimes it comes on, other times not). Che… --- ## [‘05 Acura TL VSA & A/C Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-acura-tl-vsa-a-c-issue/113984)
**Author:** [@bigb008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigb008)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-acura-tl-vsa-a-c-issue/113984 "2018-07-23T05:01:56Z")
Last fall my A/C gradually stopped blowing cool air. Also, the VSA warning light and triangle/exclamation point light started coming on intermittently. When the VSA light comes on the cruise control will kick off immedia… --- ## [Replacing rear brake rotor for highlander](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-rear-brake-rotor-for-highlander/121485)
**Author:** [@Chunhai\_J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chunhai_J)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 4:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-rear-brake-rotor-for-highlander/121485 "2018-07-23T04:42:52Z")
Hi, I just have my rear brake rotor replaced with brake pad yesterday. But I found mechanics machined the disc to 0.335" thickness which is the minimum thickness according to Spec (the standard thickness is 0.394"). I ju… --- ## [1997 Ford Econoline Van battery died after rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-econoline-van-battery-died-after-rain/121515)
**Author:** [@jay30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jay30)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-econoline-van-battery-died-after-rain/121515 "2018-07-23T00:32:27Z")
1997 v8 ford econoline van complete battery drain after rained, & all lights, and ignition are off. Please explain why, and fix for problem. --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Tahoe oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-tahoe-oil-leak/121519)
**Author:** [@ShaneBarone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShaneBarone)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-tahoe-oil-leak/121519 "2018-07-23T00:30:30Z")
My Tahoe will sometimes leak oil at interstate speeds. I can’t tell where it is coming from but it doesn’t appear to be the pan or valve covers. It drips down and burns off on the exhaust pipe behind the bell housing. Al… --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry - rubber stripping on windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-rubber-stripping-on-windshield/121499)
**Author:** [@LeslieOndek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeslieOndek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2018, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-rubber-stripping-on-windshield/121499 "2018-07-23T00:11:25Z")
This is the perfect video for my question. The rubber stripping at the top of my windshield has come loose. What can I do to permanently hold it in place? Right now I’m using duct tape! --- ## [ATF change at 30K really?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-change-at-30k-really/55740)
**Author:** [@StrongDreamsWaitHere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StrongDreamsWaitHere)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-change-at-30k-really/55740 "2018-07-22T22:51:03Z")
I've seen several recommendations here to change automatic transmission fluid as often as 30K, no matter what the manufacturer recommends. My Ford Fusion recommends changing at 30K for special service conditions but 150… --- ## [Rebuilding 1987 Oldsmobile Toronado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilding-1987-oldsmobile-toronado/121439)
**Author:** [@HaukurBjornsson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HaukurBjornsson)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilding-1987-oldsmobile-toronado/121439 "2018-07-22T22:33:26Z")
Looking for a online shop (excl. Ebay or RockAuto) or used parts seller in the US who ships to Iceland and/or scandinavia. I’m rebuilding a 87 Toronado need some interior/exterior parts. If anyone can point me in a dire… --- ## [Do I really need a fuel induction treatment for my 2007 Lexus ES 350?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-a-fuel-induction-treatment-for-my-2007-lexus-es-350/121494)
**Author:** [@Brian47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian47)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-really-need-a-fuel-induction-treatment-for-my-2007-lexus-es-350/121494 "2018-07-22T21:03:59Z")
Mine still gets 32 mpg on the freeway. do I really need a fuel induction treatment recommended by the dealer? --- ## [2011 Chevrolet 1500 cracked dashboard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-1500-cracked-dashboard/121505)
**Author:** [@villarreal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/villarreal)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-1500-cracked-dashboard/121505 "2018-07-22T20:01:37Z")
bought my 2011 chevy silverado on 2016 with no cracks on dashboard but on 2017 started getting a crack by the airbag and now has a large crack over clouster or steering wheel,GM should take responsib\[l\[ty --- ## [Aftermarket front collision warning - 2015 Toyota RAV4 EV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-front-collision-warning-2015-toyota-rav4-ev/121443)
**Author:** [@davidkenny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidkenny)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-front-collision-warning-2015-toyota-rav4-ev/121443 "2018-07-22T19:04:04Z")
Installing aftermarket front collision warning device --- ## [08 Elantra GLS Oil Filter Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-elantra-gls-oil-filter-question/121497)
**Author:** [@wpollock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wpollock)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-elantra-gls-oil-filter-question/121497 "2018-07-22T18:59:18Z")
Anyone have any experience using Champion oil filters? --- ## [2017 Ford Fusion Hybrid starts on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-hybrid-starts-on-its-own/121437)
**Author:** [@Ling40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ling40)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-hybrid-starts-on-its-own/121437 "2018-07-22T17:45:38Z")
I have a 2017 Ford Fusion hybrid. Sometimes the car starts by itself and I do not have key fob that has that option. Why does it do this and should I bring it to the ford dealer to check it? --- ## [CTS on 2013 GMC Acadia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cts-on-2013-gmc-acadia/105747)
**Author:** [@kylee.bradley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kylee.bradley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cts-on-2013-gmc-acadia/105747 "2018-07-22T17:43:44Z")
I was wondering if anyone on here could help me locate the Coolant Temperature Sensor on my Acadia? I can't seem to find anything on google. --- ## [2001 Nissan Pathfinder oil drip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-pathfinder-oil-drip/121411)
**Author:** [@RoseanneHughes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoseanneHughes)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-pathfinder-oil-drip/121411 "2018-07-22T15:43:17Z")
My Pathfinder was in perfect condition at 100,000 miles except for a minor oil drip on the garage floor that upset my husband who insisted that I have it fixed. I paid a lot to have it fixed at the dealership and develop… --- ## [Locking a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta while running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-a-2007-volkswagen-jetta-while-running/121433)
**Author:** [@MeredithG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MeredithG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locking-a-2007-volkswagen-jetta-while-running/121433 "2018-07-22T15:30:35Z")
Road trip with dogs: how do I leave car parked and running (for A/C in hot weather) while also locking the doors? I have the second key, somewhere - will the doors lock from the outside while a key is in the ignition and… --- ## [How long until my 2005 Mercury Montego trans fails?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-until-my-2005-mercury-montego-trans-fails/121483)
**Author:** [@Ma59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ma59)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-until-my-2005-mercury-montego-trans-fails/121483 "2018-07-22T15:12:25Z")
My 05 montego has 85k and transmission downshifts hard when coming to a complete stop. How much longer before it quits? --- ## [2007 Honda Civic hisses when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-civic-hisses-when-accelerating/121441)
**Author:** [@stephen53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephen53)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-civic-hisses-when-accelerating/121441 "2018-07-22T14:48:42Z")
I recently had the water pump and serpentine belt replaced. And ever since that I am hearing a hissing sound only when accelerating. The mechanic says he doesn’t know what it is. Hum, can you help? Oh, my car is a 2… --- ## [2014 Buick Enclave won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-enclave-won-t-start/121480)
**Author:** [@Hernandez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hernandez)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-enclave-won-t-start/121480 "2018-07-22T14:35:23Z")
my question why my car won’t start ? the battery is new and it was raining so hard in our place put my car inside the garage. After 30 minutes I was about to put the key to turn the engine on my car won’t start why? and … --- ## [Loud hum in 2015 Buick Enclave](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-hum-in-2015-buick-enclave/121490)
**Author:** [@Guy08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guy08)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-hum-in-2015-buick-enclave/121490 "2018-07-22T14:32:14Z")
I have a loud humming sound coming from the front end when driving. Any idea what it may be. --- ## [Retro-fitting a 1990s Festiva AC on an '88?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retro-fitting-a-1990s-festiva-ac-on-an-88/120783)
**Author:** [@A\_Gambler\_500](https://community.cartalk.com/u/A_Gambler_500)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/retro-fitting-a-1990s-festiva-ac-on-an-88/120783 "2018-07-22T14:11:26Z")
So this 1988 Ford Festiva is basically just a toy, I have no desire for such a piece of crap. But everyone needs a fun little expendable car they can do whatever too and it’ll only cost 'em $100. This car is about to tak… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=817) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=819)