# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=833 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 834 --- ## [Brake Problems in Granada](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-problems-in-granada/120227)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-problems-in-granada/120227 "2018-07-02T04:02:14Z")
While driving back from a local trip, I noticed the brake pedal in my 1982 Ford Granada got closer and closer to the floor as I applied the brakes. I was lucky to get it home without a collision. I had to drive extremely… --- ## [1994 Toyota Camry smoking and leaking oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-camry-smoking-and-leaking-oil/120234)
**Author:** [@Mark59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark59)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-camry-smoking-and-leaking-oil/120234 "2018-07-02T03:57:23Z")
My son lives in Dallas TX and has a 1994 Camry V6 XLE. Smoke is coming from under the hood and it is leaking oil. How do you find an honest mechanic in the Dallas area? --- ## [1957 Ford Thunderbird misses on acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1957-ford-thunderbird-misses-on-acceleration/120125)
**Author:** [@williamBhopkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamBhopkins)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1957-ford-thunderbird-misses-on-acceleration/120125 "2018-07-02T02:52:18Z")
Have 1957 Ford T bird with 312 engine. Runs great cold warms up and starts missing when accelerating. --- ## [07' GMC Yukon 3000 RPM Smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-gmc-yukon-3000-rpm-smoke/120231)
**Author:** [@Jose\_Yukon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jose_Yukon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-gmc-yukon-3000-rpm-smoke/120231 "2018-07-02T02:35:59Z")
My 2007 GMC Yukon lets out some type of white-ish smoke when i reach 3000 rpm and stops until i lower it down a bit. Just wondering what’s could possibly be causing this. --- ## [2000 Mitsubishi Mirage front down pipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mitsubishi-mirage-front-down-pipe/120085)
**Author:** [@Art39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Art39)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mitsubishi-mirage-front-down-pipe/120085 "2018-07-02T01:42:54Z")
need a front down pipe --- ## [2015 Dodge Journey gas smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-gas-smell/120109)
**Author:** [@Burton34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Burton34)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2018, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-gas-smell/120109 "2018-07-02T00:48:56Z")
My 2015 Dodge Journey has a very strong gas smell. What could it be? I do not have any money for repairs. Is it safe for my kids and me? --- ## [2006 Kia Optima intermittently overheats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima-intermittently-overheats/120215)
**Author:** [@Dave44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave44)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima-intermittently-overheats/120215 "2018-07-01T22:10:05Z")
My car intermittently overheats, usually when hot and in traffic. Radiator appears to be air bound. If I let it cool for a few minutes and open radiator cap, problem usually resolves. --- ## [1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-oldsmobile-silhouette-oil/120074)
**Author:** [@Markdennis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Markdennis)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-oldsmobile-silhouette-oil/120074 "2018-07-01T21:56:47Z")
98 Oldsmobile Silhouette engine oil keep going up each time put transmission oil in --- ## [Installing 2000 Mazda Miata spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-2000-mazda-miata-spark-plugs/120121)
**Author:** [@Ron09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron09)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-2000-mazda-miata-spark-plugs/120121 "2018-07-01T21:36:32Z")
I have a question about installing spark plugs with a metal gasket. I’ve noticed that after installing the plugs to the specified torque if I go back and check, they will require more tightening to get the specified tor… --- ## [1991 Chevrolet S-10 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevrolet-s-10-wont-start/120179)
**Author:** [@NicholasMominee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NicholasMominee)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-chevrolet-s-10-wont-start/120179 "2018-07-01T20:20:29Z")
I left lights on, battery went dead. I started it by dropping the clutch. drove 20 miles and then tried to/ start it and it didn’t start. hooked up jumper cables and it still wont start. whats the problem --- ## [Creaking 2012 Toyota Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/creaking-2012-toyota-prius/120127)
**Author:** [@PatriciaPratt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatriciaPratt)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/creaking-2012-toyota-prius/120127 "2018-07-01T19:09:27Z")
Dear Car Talk, My husband and I purchased a used 2012 Prius from an individual. Our concern is that the car makes a creaking type noise, most noticeable as we get out of the car. We can recreate the sound by rocking the… --- ## [2006 Volkswagen Jetta turns over, won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volkswagen-jetta-turns-over-wont-start/120094)
**Author:** [@Robinson50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robinson50)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volkswagen-jetta-turns-over-wont-start/120094 "2018-07-01T19:07:25Z")
Have a 2006 VW Jetta TDI. Have replaced every Relay in the Box. Car will turn over but will not start. Use of Starting fluid and the car will sit an idle all day. Put in Gear drive several Blocks and the car dies on … --- ## [2002 Honda CR-V looks awful after detailing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-looks-awful-after-detailing/120202)
**Author:** [@DonnaScrivner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonnaScrivner)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-looks-awful-after-detailing/120202 "2018-07-01T19:03:38Z")
I had my car detailed and the idiot put a rotary scrubber on the black plastic and it looks awful. Can you tell me if there is a product to fix this? Can you paint the plastic? I thought it was rubber. Thank you, Donna --- ## [2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-silverado-1500-vibration/120107)
**Author:** [@BradRowley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BradRowley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-silverado-1500-vibration/120107 "2018-07-01T18:45:28Z")
I RECENTLY HAD MY TRANSMISSION TOTALITY REBUILT AND NOW THERE IS A VIBRATION AT ABOUT 2000RPM. MECHANIC SAYS IT IS IN THE ENGINE, but it did not do it until TRANSrMISSION was worked on. What may be the problem? Thanks --- ## [Ford F-150 brake rotor retaining screws](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-brake-rotor-retaining-screws/120199)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-brake-rotor-retaining-screws/120199 "2018-07-01T18:36:33Z")
I have a 2014 f150 supercab 2WD. I’m replacing the front brake pads and rotors. It has 41k miles on it so I’m assuming the pads/rotors are original. I’ve noticed that the new rotors has a space for retaining screws. The … --- ## [How to make sure auto shop using quality parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-make-sure-auto-shop-using-quality-parts/120176)
**Author:** [@samsmith1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samsmith1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-make-sure-auto-shop-using-quality-parts/120176 "2018-07-01T18:12:49Z")
Hi folks, During regular service, nissan dealer told that my murano’s brake pads and rotors need to be replaced. One option is to to get it fixed with dealer which i think will give me peace of mind. But if i want to g… --- ## [2016 Cadillac XTS automatic braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-xts-automatic-braking/120197)
**Author:** [@Rufus05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rufus05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-xts-automatic-braking/120197 "2018-07-01T17:02:39Z")
I have (on my 2016 Cadillac X.T.S. Platinum) front and rear automatic breaking according to the build sheet, Owners Manuel, etc. The rear works great and I love it. However, the front does not work and the dealer does a… --- ## [Should car be totaled?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-car-be-totaled/120168)
**Author:** [@Cwein1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cwein1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-car-be-totaled/120168 "2018-07-01T16:48:01Z")
So I was in a wreck a couple days ago. A 2500 Chevy truck hit the front right passenger side fender and pushed my hood all the way over to the other side. The car pulls to the right when you drive and brake and can feel … --- ## [08 Ford E250 intermittent gauges and radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-ford-e250-intermittent-gauges-and-radio/120193)
**Author:** [@Cliff\_Sims](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cliff_Sims)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-ford-e250-intermittent-gauges-and-radio/120193 "2018-07-01T16:26:17Z")
Occasionally, not every day, some days worse than others. All gauges and radio cut off and back on randomly. Doesn’t matter if I’m sitting still, moving down the road, sunny, raining, ect. No rhyme or reason to it? Any i… --- ## [2013 Nissan Frontier seatbelt gets wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-frontier-seatbelt-gets-wet/120156)
**Author:** [@RonaldKing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonaldKing)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-frontier-seatbelt-gets-wet/120156 "2018-07-01T15:07:04Z")
why is my Passenger seat belt getting wet when it rains --- ## [08 Ford e250 intermittent AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-ford-e250-intermittent-ac/120192)
**Author:** [@Cliff\_Sims](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cliff_Sims)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-ford-e250-intermittent-ac/120192 "2018-07-01T15:02:45Z")
Works great at idle but when you put engine under strain like leaving a stop light, AC cuts out until you get up to speed, when engine is not under strain, AC kicks back in. Any ideas?? --- ## [2001 Honda Odyssey Dash board lights situation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-odyssey-dash-board-lights-situation/74326)
**Author:** [@manyhonda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manyhonda)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-odyssey-dash-board-lights-situation/74326 "2018-07-01T12:31:15Z")
2001 Honda Odyssey 200k miles recent (1 month old) changes: -new alternator -new a/c generator What is happening: 1) starting the car all instrumental dash lights stayed on and only very slowly cleared. This happened… --- ## [2007 Toyota RAV4 tire pressure light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-tire-pressure-light/120170)
**Author:** [@dennis24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dennis24)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-tire-pressure-light/120170 "2018-07-01T12:24:43Z")
all tires aired correctly, still have "check tire pressure " warning light. how do I clear the light? --- ## [1999 Toyota Camry P0401](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-p0401/120118)
**Author:** [@Hutchinson44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hutchinson44)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-p0401/120118 "2018-07-01T11:53:03Z")
1999 camry 4cyl 119671 miles check engine light on, otherwise it has no adverse running conditions. code P 0401 exhaust gas recirculation flow insufficent detected. Replaced vacuum switch valve for EGR. Replaced EGR va… --- ## [2000 GMC Jimmy AC stalls the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-jimmy-ac-stalls-the-engine/120173)
**Author:** [@KennethFornwalt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethFornwalt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-jimmy-ac-stalls-the-engine/120173 "2018-07-01T11:21:06Z")
my car a/c stalled the engine while running during outside temperature of 100. this has happened about 3 or 4 times in the past. --- ## [2009 Toyota RAV4 pulsing noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-pulsing-noise/120100)
**Author:** [@Kinem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kinem)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-pulsing-noise/120100 "2018-07-01T11:17:42Z")
Hey guys I have a question about my baseline 2.5L RAV4. I have searched around and cannot find much on the issues I’m having. For a long time when I accelerate between 30-40mph the car makes an odd noise. The noise is … --- ## [Baffling charging system issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-charging-system-issue/120181)
**Author:** [@Kenneth\_Ezzell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kenneth_Ezzell)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-charging-system-issue/120181 "2018-07-01T11:12:20Z")
I have a 2004 hyundia elantra that keeps running of the battery Aternator sent to the rebuild shop…they tested it good. They tore it down and found no issues… The postive battery cable has 0.2 ohm continuity from end … --- ## [2001 Infiniti I30 ran hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-infiniti-i30-ran-hot/120188)
**Author:** [@Catisha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Catisha)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-infiniti-i30-ran-hot/120188 "2018-07-01T11:00:04Z")
My car keeps running hot and today it was running hot and then I heard pussssh and lots of smoke came out but it still house coolent in it --- ## [2004 Lexus GX 470 transmission slams](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-gx-470-transmission-slams/119815)
**Author:** [@MelanieNevill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelanieNevill)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-gx-470-transmission-slams/119815 "2018-07-01T07:17:11Z")
my transmission slams when idling while in drive --- ## [2005 Chevrolet SSR overheating problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-ssr-overheating-problem/120116)
**Author:** [@GENEL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GENEL)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-ssr-overheating-problem/120116 "2018-07-01T03:05:51Z")
How did you correct overheating problem. If aftermarket fan replacement two wire how did you connect SSR has three wire connector. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=832) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=834)