# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=824 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 825 --- ## [Wiring Harness for Subaru Outbacks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiring-harness-for-subaru-outbacks/65610)
**Author:** [@tommyrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tommyrey)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2018, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiring-harness-for-subaru-outbacks/65610 "2018-07-15T01:13:06Z")
I was recently stopped by the cops for driving without any lights on a dark rainy night in my 2007 Subaru Outback. It was a complete surprise to me because the dashboard was fully lit and the little green light that ind… --- ## [2005 Outback with only 36K miles - Replace timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-outback-with-only-36k-miles-replace-timing-belt/120799)
**Author:** [@DoJe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoJe)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2018, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-outback-with-only-36k-miles-replace-timing-belt/120799 "2018-07-15T00:56:48Z")
Yes, I have a 2005 Outback with LOW mileage. Only 36,000 - really. Very easy life for the car. I realize that by age alone the timing belt should be replaced. From a pragmatic point-of-view, does this really makes … --- ## [Rpm,speed and fuel gauges not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-speed-and-fuel-gauges-not-working/121027)
**Author:** [@David\_Janevski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_Janevski)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2018, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-speed-and-fuel-gauges-not-working/121027 "2018-07-15T00:40:59Z")
Has anymore ever experienced a problem where after turning the car key your rpm,speed and fuel gauges will turn all the way to the right side and just stay there,this happend after my battery died but after changing it t… --- ## [1994 Chrysler New Yorker bad lope at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chrysler-new-yorker-bad-lope-at-idle/120984)
**Author:** [@FredDavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredDavis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chrysler-new-yorker-bad-lope-at-idle/120984 "2018-07-14T22:47:36Z")
bad lope at idle, otherwise runs great!! put new plugs and wires, but still lopes. --- ## [Fuel system issues, old mechanical type and Qjet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-system-issues-old-mechanical-type-and-qjet/75120)
**Author:** [@W30post](https://community.cartalk.com/u/W30post)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-system-issues-old-mechanical-type-and-qjet/75120 "2018-07-14T21:38:14Z")
I have asked this on Oldsmobile specific boards and I haven't gotten a response yet since those boards are slowing down lately. I took my 72 Olds for a trip down the 1/8 mile drag strip recently. Now, the times are not g… --- ## [Disabling custom alarm on 1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disabling-custom-alarm-on-1997-mercedes-benz-s-class/120994)
**Author:** [@SimonThomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SimonThomas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disabling-custom-alarm-on-1997-mercedes-benz-s-class/120994 "2018-07-14T21:30:18Z")
How to Disable a custom alarm on Benz S420 --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Cruze engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-engine-light/120974)
**Author:** [@Andy38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy38)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-engine-light/120974 "2018-07-14T21:21:11Z")
Engine light comes and radiator fan runs full speed from start of engine. Water is full. Dash say turned off air conditioner because of engine over heat. Temperature gauge reads cold. --- ## [2016 Honda Accord Batter/Starter issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-batter-starter-issue/120818)
**Author:** [@acs236](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acs236)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-accord-batter-starter-issue/120818 "2018-07-14T19:58:07Z")
I have a 2016 Accord EX v6 with a manual transmission. Last night, when leaving from work, the car started fine. After a 45 minute drive, I stopped at home for about an hour. When I tried to start the car again, it wo… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Trax "pop" under the driver's side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-trax-pop-under-the-drivers-side/121018)
**Author:** [@NancyAbbott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NancyAbbott)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-trax-pop-under-the-drivers-side/121018 "2018-07-14T19:41:08Z")
My car makes a “popping” noise when I drive it. Not all the time, but I can feel it on the floor board under my feet on the driver’s side. Should I be concerned? --- ## [2004 Toyota Tacoma IAC location?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-tacoma-iac-location/121006)
**Author:** [@stevesalazar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevesalazar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-tacoma-iac-location/121006 "2018-07-14T19:36:09Z")
my Tacoma started idiling very high possible iac motor failure.where is it located? --- ## [2005 Mercury Montego passenger calipe won't crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercury-montego-passenger-calipe-wont-crank/121016)
**Author:** [@BerndEhorWoloszczak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BerndEhorWoloszczak)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercury-montego-passenger-calipe-wont-crank/121016 "2018-07-14T19:29:03Z")
I am trying to do brakes. I am using a rear caliper adjustment tool. The rear passenger caliper will not crank inward. The drivers side caliper screws to an open position and appears not to allow enough space to mount on… --- ## [Frame Replacement '00 GMC Sierra 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-replacement-00-gmc-sierra-1500/120988)
**Author:** [@MikeHall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeHall)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-replacement-00-gmc-sierra-1500/120988 "2018-07-14T19:07:25Z")
I’m working on replacing a rusted out frame on a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500. Pics posted if anyone is interested. Hall Brothers Automotive --- ## [2015 Chrysler 200 - Engine troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-engine-troubles/120826)
**Author:** [@Daniela](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniela)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-engine-troubles/120826 "2018-07-14T17:21:46Z")
Car shut down without warning in center lane on highway!!! 2 attempts to restart failed, 3rd attempt started. Pulled off highway appeared to run okay and 1/2 home it began to overheat and RMPs were all over the place. Co… --- ## [2012 Subaru Outback overfilled oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-overfilled-oil/120976)
**Author:** [@Jane37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jane37)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-overfilled-oil/120976 "2018-07-14T16:36:32Z")
My dealer changed the oil and overfilled it by over a quart. After driving 5000 miles they drained 6 quarts out and it’s supposed to hold 5.1 qts according to the service department. Do I need to worry about my engine??!… --- ## [2001 Toyota Corolla runs rough, has exhaust smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-runs-rough-has-exhaust-smell/120890)
**Author:** [@Margy39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Margy39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-corolla-runs-rough-has-exhaust-smell/120890 "2018-07-14T14:52:56Z")
Right after buying gas a couple of weeks ago, our car started running rough, losing power up hills, etc. Car has had a slight exhaust odor inside for a while, which mechanic said was due to a minor issue he fixed, but th… --- ## [2001 Ford E150 battery light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-e150-battery-light/120676)
**Author:** [@Jose20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jose20)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-e150-battery-light/120676 "2018-07-14T13:13:00Z")
My battery lithg is on i unplugged the alternator truck turns off i send my boy to the auto zone they said alternator are good --- ## [2015 Nissan Juke loss of power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-juke-loss-of-power/120970)
**Author:** [@CarolBurke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolBurke)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-juke-loss-of-power/120970 "2018-07-14T12:26:17Z")
I took a test drive out for a 2015 Nissan Juke and the oxygen sensor needs to be replaced so i am told. The car didnt sound like it wasnt shifting into gear. It is an automatic. Also when you let your foot off the gas yo… --- ## [2017 Ford Flex takes off like a bullet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-flex-takes-off-like-a-bullet/120888)
**Author:** [@emeraldneal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emeraldneal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 12:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-flex-takes-off-like-a-bullet/120888 "2018-07-14T12:22:22Z")
My 2017 Flex pause and will not go but all of a sudden takes off like a bullet… I’m pushing the pedal all the way to the floor. Please help. thanks --- ## [Can I predict failure on 2014 Ford Mustang fuel pump?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-predict-failure-on-2014-ford-mustang-fuel-pump/120965)
**Author:** [@DanBryant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanBryant)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 11:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-predict-failure-on-2014-ford-mustang-fuel-pump/120965 "2018-07-14T11:20:40Z")
What is the typical failure miles for fuel pump, water pump, and alternator on the V6 automatic? --- ## [Did Ford ever repaint the peeling/chipping paint problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-ford-ever-repaint-the-peeling-chipping-paint-problem/120987)
**Author:** [@Dee24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee24)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-ford-ever-repaint-the-peeling-chipping-paint-problem/120987 "2018-07-14T11:15:47Z")
Has anyone been successful in getting Ford to repaint the peeling @ chipping paint ?? My Explorer is only 3 years old & the hood had about 6 spots where the paint is bubbling. --- ## [2000 Ford Expedition slow to shift to 3rd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-slow-to-shift-to-3rd/120972)
**Author:** [@Jose05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jose05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 11:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-slow-to-shift-to-3rd/120972 "2018-07-14T11:13:16Z")
My car was having occasional issues: it would sometimes surge forward at a stop light; it would sometimes sputter and die at a stop light; it would sometimes have a hard time starting. Finally, one day, the engine sputt… --- ## [2006 Ford F150 weird noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f150-weird-noise/120898)
**Author:** [@Brad30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brad30)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2018, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f150-weird-noise/120898 "2018-07-14T00:09:28Z")
Weird noise at first start everyday. --- ## [2000 Jeep Cherokee oil gauge drops...in only one location?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-cherokee-oil-gauge-drops-in-only-one-location/120909)
**Author:** [@JessicaHall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JessicaHall)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-cherokee-oil-gauge-drops-in-only-one-location/120909 "2018-07-13T23:14:50Z")
I live in Denver, Colorado and I own a 2000 Jeep Cherokee sport with 250000 miles on it and she runs beautifully. My question is quite odd. When I am at a very specific intersection- specifically Parker road and Iliff, i… --- ## [2010 Volkswagen Jetta steering sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-jetta-steering-sound/120906)
**Author:** [@alsept](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alsept)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-jetta-steering-sound/120906 "2018-07-13T23:42:15Z")
My Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 L sedan when i turn the wheel going slow it makes a popes sound --- ## [Changing you transmission fluid without the filter is betterthan never changing the fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-you-transmission-fluid-without-the-filter-is-betterthan-never-changing-the-fluid/120940)
**Author:** [@lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesabre)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-you-transmission-fluid-without-the-filter-is-betterthan-never-changing-the-fluid/120940 "2018-07-13T22:08:34Z")
If you like doing things yourself and have a drain plug on your transmission maybe just maybe your saving lots of money and chancing a botched up job from a dealer or shop , I hear you can get 4 qts out and use sy… --- ## [2005 Nissan Frontier with a pesky squeal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-frontier-with-a-pesky-squeal/120968)
**Author:** [@Tarael44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tarael44)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-frontier-with-a-pesky-squeal/120968 "2018-07-13T21:19:22Z")
After changing the alternator belt several times because it wouldn’t stop squealing, I ordered from the dealer a new adjusting bracket. I has a 90 degree bend at the top with a long bolt passing through a special nut in … --- ## [Check engine light/Infiniti](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-infiniti/120831)
**Author:** [@Felix1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Felix1234)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-infiniti/120831 "2018-07-13T20:48:46Z")
My car was overheating due to lack of coolant. I already refilled the radiator and is not over heating anymore. My check engine light is still on. Does anyone know how long am I suppose to run it for or after how long do… --- ## [1999 Honda Civic doesn't start after it gets to temperature](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-civic-doesnt-start-after-it-gets-to-temperature/120952)
**Author:** [@SkylerCarter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SkylerCarter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-civic-doesnt-start-after-it-gets-to-temperature/120952 "2018-07-13T19:36:06Z")
My car sometimes doesn’t start. Mostly after it’s up to temperature. It cranks and cranks and cranks but doesn’t turn over. As soon as a call a tow truck, it starts right up. --- ## [2002 Ford F250 noise at idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-f250-noise-at-idle/120956)
**Author:** [@BillBillby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillBillby)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-f250-noise-at-idle/120956 "2018-07-13T18:57:52Z")
Truck 5.4 engine makes sound like low muffled horn at idle until rpm’s are increased. 300,000 plus miles. --- ## [What are the downsides of a 2015 BMW X5?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-downsides-of-a-2015-bmw-x5/120950)
**Author:** [@Ahmed02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ahmed02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2018, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-downsides-of-a-2015-bmw-x5/120950 "2018-07-13T18:39:23Z")
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