# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=859 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 860 --- ## [1999 Pontiac Grand Prix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-pontiac-grand-prix/117906)
**Author:** [@RobertSnyder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertSnyder)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-pontiac-grand-prix/117906 "2018-05-23T21:33:29Z")
blower doe not come on, was running fine, then one day just quit a/c runs ok can hear door open, but no blower??? --- ## [Fix 2005 Ford Freestyle motor mounts now or later?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-2005-ford-freestyle-motor-mounts-now-or-later/117943)
**Author:** [@CarolynArnell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolynArnell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-2005-ford-freestyle-motor-mounts-now-or-later/117943 "2018-05-23T21:20:57Z")
How long can I drive on old motor mounts? I have a move coming up soon and I really don’t have the finances to do the repairs now. --- ## [2005 Ford Escape alarm goes off on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-alarm-goes-off-on-its-own/117929)
**Author:** [@robert361](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robert361)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-alarm-goes-off-on-its-own/117929 "2018-05-23T21:01:09Z")
car alarm keeps going off on its own --- ## [2005 Nissan Xterra engine repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-xterra-engine-repairs/117931)
**Author:** [@JosetteChase](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JosetteChase)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-xterra-engine-repairs/117931 "2018-05-23T20:59:26Z")
the light keeps on coming on my Xtrail requesting engine repairs --- ## [Locating the #5 cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locating-the-5-cylinder/117941)
**Author:** [@Cesar\_Rivera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cesar_Rivera)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locating-the-5-cylinder/117941 "2018-05-23T20:58:12Z")
I bought a used 2010 Subaru legacy with a 3.6r engine with a defective #5 ignition coil… problem is I need to know where is the#5 cylinder --- ## [2016 Ford F150 transmission jumps out of gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f150-transmission-jumps-out-of-gear/117934)
**Author:** [@SHEL28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SHEL28)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-f150-transmission-jumps-out-of-gear/117934 "2018-05-23T20:30:12Z")
Bought new 2016 F150 XLT 3.5 l ecoboost, 23,000 km max tow package. recently transmission jumps out of gear around 4th or 5th doing about 50-60km/hr “Hill Start Assist Not Available”, then center screen changes to show a… --- ## [2012 Audi A6 jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-audi-a6-jerks/117824)
**Author:** [@Othmane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Othmane)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-audi-a6-jerks/117824 "2018-05-23T20:13:17Z")
2012 Audi A6 3.0t. When driving around 5-10 mph and when shifting from first to second car has a small jerkish feeling and after second it seems to be fine. Is that a normal problem or can it be a transmission problem? --- ## [2008 Toyota Corolla - loss of power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-loss-of-power/117916)
**Author:** [@Rohanjones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rohanjones)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-loss-of-power/117916 "2018-05-23T20:11:02Z")
Why my 2008 4WD Toyota corolla have no pulling power on a flat road and up hills --- ## [Rough idle 2003 PT Cruiser 2.4 Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-2003-pt-cruiser-2-4-turbo/117894)
**Author:** [@Jimdog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jimdog)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-2003-pt-cruiser-2-4-turbo/117894 "2018-05-23T18:39:15Z")
Car starts up fine and the idle is smooth for the first 2-3 seconds but then abruptly transitions to a very rough idle. Checking the exhaust flow, it is dead smooth for those first 2-3 seconds but then starts to pulse s… --- ## [2010 Dodge Ram 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-ram-1500/117908)
**Author:** [@PeterMcNamee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterMcNamee)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-ram-1500/117908 "2018-05-23T18:14:51Z")
2010 Dodge Ram, wipers won’t go into proper resting position. and stop in the middle of the windshield, unless the wipers are on high speed --- ## [2011 Ford Mustang struggles above 1st gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-struggles-above-1st-gear/117810)
**Author:** [@will46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/will46)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 6:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-mustang-struggles-above-1st-gear/117810 "2018-05-23T18:06:13Z")
what cou8ld be the problem I have a manual 2011 mustang 3.7l and 1st gear I can floor it to any rpm range along with 2nd 3rd and forth it struggles to go above 3 x 1000 rpm s --- ## [2013 Nissan Maxima transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-maxima-transmission/117873)
**Author:** [@BARRETOANGEL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BARRETOANGEL)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-maxima-transmission/117873 "2018-05-23T17:48:22Z")
Nissan maxima 2013 cvt transmission have a problem, when run the car the transmission has a noise when it’s running. the dealer say me the transmission does not work. but I running the car and the car run correctly. in c… --- ## [2010 Nissan Altima air conditioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-altima-air-conditioning/117912)
**Author:** [@Mariela](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mariela)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-altima-air-conditioning/117912 "2018-05-23T16:49:23Z")
I am trying to figure out what piece I need to fix my air to function it is not the compressor hose its another part connected to it smaller? --- ## [2007 Kia Sportage - airbag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-sportage-airbag-light/117910)
**Author:** [@clarice1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clarice1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-sportage-airbag-light/117910 "2018-05-23T16:47:50Z")
why is my airbag light on --- ## [2003 Nissan Xterra, steering stiff when turning to the right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-xterra-steering-stiff-when-turning-to-the-right/92731)
**Author:** [@Stpatrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stpatrick)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-xterra-steering-stiff-when-turning-to-the-right/92731 "2018-05-23T16:36:56Z")
When i make right turns. Its as if the power steering does not work. It is not constant, no issues making left turns, and seems to happen more often in cold weather. About 5 years ago i had a recall to replace the ste… --- ## [1995 ranger xlt 4x4 5 speed starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ranger-xlt-4x4-5-speed-starting-issues/117901)
**Author:** [@Joshua\_Stewart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joshua_Stewart)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ranger-xlt-4x4-5-speed-starting-issues/117901 "2018-05-23T14:16:43Z")
For the past few days ive been tearing apart my 95 4.0 5 speed xlt ranger. It started when i shut the truck off to get my mail. Upon trying to start it again it took several tries until it would crank. It was acting like… --- ## [2009 Smart ForTwo won't crank or turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-smart-fortwo-wont-crank-or-turn-over/117659)
**Author:** [@patwatspm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/patwatspm)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-smart-fortwo-wont-crank-or-turn-over/117659 "2018-05-23T13:55:27Z")
2009 smart brarus cabriolet, 33,000 miles, will not crank, or turn over. will not go into gear. 3 lines on display instead of D. took to smart dealer 2 times re-programed it and worked a few days, then back like was.… --- ## [2007 Lexus RX 350 - VSC light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-rx-350-vsc-light-on/117896)
**Author:** [@steve39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lexus-rx-350-vsc-light-on/117896 "2018-05-23T13:51:15Z")
I have my VSC light come on with my engine light, do anyone know what it is --- ## [2006 Jeep Wrangler smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-wrangler-smell/117866)
**Author:** [@RobertKBrooks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertKBrooks)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-wrangler-smell/117866 "2018-05-23T13:17:12Z")
Just purchased a 2006 Jeep Wrangler after Hurricane Irma flooded my past 1998 Jeep Wrangler. New Jeep has the smell of radiator in cockpit? I wonder if it has a bad heater core/ --- ## [2010 Mazda Mazda3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-mazda3/117903)
**Author:** [@SteveHayden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveHayden)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mazda-mazda3/117903 "2018-05-23T13:12:02Z")
When I start my Mazda 3, there’s a loud clicking noise from the front vent. It only lasts 20-30 seconds and doesn’t come back until the next time I start up. If I press the recycle air button, it stops immediately. Any i… --- ## [2018 Subaru Outback - "power down"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-power-down/117892)
**Author:** [@SharonH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SharonH)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 10:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-outback-power-down/117892 "2018-05-23T10:32:56Z")
I have a 2018 Subaru Outback. The current issue of Subaru’s “drive” magazine has an insert for new owners that advises that I should “Power Down.” Specifically “Protect your engine by shutting off headlights, windshield… --- ## [1989 Volvo 240 window won’t go up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-volvo-240-window-won-t-go-up/117682)
**Author:** [@King39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/King39)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 7:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-volvo-240-window-won-t-go-up/117682 "2018-05-23T07:46:00Z")
the front window on the driver side will not go up --- ## [2006 Toyota RAV4 VSC light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-rav4-vsc-light/117871)
**Author:** [@Henry36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Henry36)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-rav4-vsc-light/117871 "2018-05-23T04:36:53Z")
While driving, vsc light came on and engine temporarily lost power. Vsc light was on but went out when Enpgine power returned. --- ## [2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac won’t idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-explorer-sport-trac-won-t-idle/117849)
**Author:** [@CarlCrittenden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlCrittenden)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-explorer-sport-trac-won-t-idle/117849 "2018-05-23T03:11:50Z")
My ford sports trac will not idle when starting in the morning? --- ## [2006 Hyundai Sonata oil spec](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sonata-oil-spec/117886)
**Author:** [@PatrickTreu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickTreu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sonata-oil-spec/117886 "2018-05-23T02:21:10Z")
Was the oil spec in 2006 SL or SM Ratings --- ## [2010 Honda Civic speedometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-speedometer/117837)
**Author:** [@pounds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pounds)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-civic-speedometer/117837 "2018-05-23T02:13:14Z")
Speedometer not working properly. Shows wrong speed while driving? --- ## [03 impala jerks a bit when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-impala-jerks-a-bit-when-accelerating/117770)
**Author:** [@Denise\_Morrissette](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Denise_Morrissette)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-impala-jerks-a-bit-when-accelerating/117770 "2018-05-23T02:08:32Z")
My sons 03 Impala was jerking very bad and check engine light came on. Based on the codes the solenoids were replaced and new fluids put in. However a few days later it started lightly jerking again and you can feel a … --- ## [2004 Ranger Manual Transmission Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ranger-manual-transmission-noise/117877)
**Author:** [@aw55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aw55)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ranger-manual-transmission-noise/117877 "2018-05-23T01:58:26Z")
I have a 2004 Ford Ranger 4x4 with a 5-Speed manual transmission. I noticed that in 1st, 3rd, and 5th gears there is a whine/rattle noise coming from the shifter which I assume to be coming from the transmission itself. … --- ## [2015 GMC Terrain air conditioner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-terrain-air-conditioner/117839)
**Author:** [@KATHYBROOKS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KATHYBROOKS)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2018, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-gmc-terrain-air-conditioner/117839 "2018-05-22T15:20:11Z")
This morning my 2015 terrain air condition would not come on nor the fans, nothing. then later in the morning I tried it again and it worked perfect. first time this ever happened. --- ## [Need advice I know nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-i-know-nothing/117842)
**Author:** [@Ashley\_Silva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashley_Silva)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2018, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-i-know-nothing/117842 "2018-05-23T01:46:53Z")
Okay so my friend has an o6 Porsche Cayenne that he said had an overheating problem due to water pump. It overheated and will no longer start. He does not know ow if the heads are blown, but wants to fix the car. Is i… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=858) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=860)