# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=866 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 867 --- ## [2003 Buick LeSabre check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-lesabre-check-engine-light/117294)
**Author:** [@garryjackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garryjackson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-lesabre-check-engine-light/117294 "2018-05-15T03:00:36Z")
how do i fix my check engine light on my 203 buick lasaber --- ## [2013 RAM 3500 TIPM woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ram-3500-tipm-woes/117398)
**Author:** [@VeraSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VeraSmith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ram-3500-tipm-woes/117398 "2018-05-15T02:44:30Z")
We bought our Ram 3500 new. We are now having problems with the SECOND TIPM. Truck won’t start, horn goes off, etc. it is possessed. Will not buy another ram. I am so frustrated I just want to trade it. But towing i… --- ## [2015 Honda CR-V driver’s seat lowers on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-cr-v-driver-s-seat-lowers-on-its-own/117222)
**Author:** [@Naomi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Naomi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-cr-v-driver-s-seat-lowers-on-its-own/117222 "2018-05-15T02:00:55Z")
Why does the driver seat keep lowering itself and requiring yanking up on a lever to regain proper seat height? --- ## [2001 Mazda Miata - reliable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mazda-miata-reliable/117342)
**Author:** [@mike01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike01)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mazda-miata-reliable/117342 "2018-05-15T01:58:12Z")
any major repairs? and is it reliable? --- ## [My car won’t move, when placed on drive or reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-won-t-move-when-placed-on-drive-or-reverse/117331)
**Author:** [@Carlos0598](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlos0598)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-won-t-move-when-placed-on-drive-or-reverse/117331 "2018-05-15T01:54:35Z")
Hi, I was recently out of town , and it was during harsh winters down in New York and for about 3 months I did not use my car, now that it’s summer I am back in town and I tried checking my 2015 Chevrolet Malibu car and … --- ## [2009 Nissan Murano windshield cracks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-windshield-cracks/117340)
**Author:** [@ThomasWalls](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasWalls)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-murano-windshield-cracks/117340 "2018-05-15T01:01:38Z")
After 3 windshield replacements cracks have appeared in the plastic panel between the windshield and the sun roof. in addition, the current windshield is cracked top to bottom right down the middle. sounds like stress fr… --- ## [AC Compressor Load](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-load/117394)
**Author:** [@Sharjeel\_Khan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharjeel_Khan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2018, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-load/117394 "2018-05-15T00:50:41Z")
My Daihatsu Move 2014 doesn’t get the pickup on AC and also show too much load the vehicle and also whenever the AC is turned on the ECO light turned off?? --- ## [Anti theft program on 2005 Ford Escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-theft-program-on-2005-ford-escape/77338)
**Author:** [@Gramma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gramma)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anti-theft-program-on-2005-ford-escape/77338 "2018-05-14T23:52:07Z")
My anti theft program on my 2005 Ford Escape goes off at random. This started 3 years ago. I took it to a mechanic and was told it has 4 sensors (hood, trunk, 4 doors) . He deduced the drivers door sensor was the problem… --- ## [Fuel problem/serpentine belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-problem-serpentine-belt/117387)
**Author:** [@Darius\_Bonds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darius_Bonds)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-problem-serpentine-belt/117387 "2018-05-14T23:15:21Z")
So i have a dodge stratus and at this point I’m having a couple issues that I’m not sure are related. My major concern is that if i accelerate up a hill the car may stall out like its out of gas, and won’t start even on… --- ## [2007 Yukon alloy wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-alloy-wheels/117376)
**Author:** [@GRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GRoy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-alloy-wheels/117376 "2018-05-14T21:37:59Z")
The chrome on the alloy wheels is peeling of pretty badly. GMC replaced the wheels about 8 years ago under warranty. Is there anything that can be done to make them look better? The truck has reached thw point where w… --- ## [2008 Museum Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-museum-car/115504)
**Author:** [@Kago\_Tatsuya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kago_Tatsuya)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-museum-car/115504 "2018-05-14T20:50:20Z")
Car has 60 miles on it. What are the potential mechanical problems am I in for after the car has sat for the past 10 years --- ## [Air Pump Voltage Disappears when Connected!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-pump-voltage-disappears-when-connected/117369)
**Author:** [@luciddreams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/luciddreams)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-pump-voltage-disappears-when-connected/117369 "2018-05-14T20:27:32Z")
Okay, so my secondary air pump isn’t turning on, and I need it working to pass emissions. I replaced the fuse and the relay and it still doesn’t work. (1) Secondary air pump works when connected directly to the battery.… --- ## [Wheel Bearing Damage after Clutch Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-damage-after-clutch-replacement/117365)
**Author:** [@w044jem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/w044jem)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-damage-after-clutch-replacement/117365 "2018-05-14T20:20:35Z")
I had my clutch replaced recently on my 2004 Honda Accord. I live about 30-40 minutes away from the shop that I had it done at, but my parents live 3 miles away. I had my Dad pickup the car once it was done and drove it … --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Traverse - put diesel in tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-traverse-put-diesel-in-tank/117321)
**Author:** [@JMill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JMill)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-traverse-put-diesel-in-tank/117321 "2018-05-14T20:13:16Z")
Months ago, I put diesel in my gas tank and nothing happened, should I still get it flushed? --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-equinox/117296)
**Author:** [@Harold48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harold48)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-equinox/117296 "2018-05-14T20:05:55Z")
occasional clunking from transmission.What is the cause??? --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-battery-drain/117144)
**Author:** [@CarolAiken](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolAiken)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-battery-drain/117144 "2018-05-14T17:57:47Z")
2005 toyota highlander battery constantly draining – electrical short? How to fix? --- ## [2008 Nissan Altima Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-altima-hybrid/117298)
**Author:** [@JamesMurphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesMurphy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-altima-hybrid/117298 "2018-05-14T17:37:06Z")
driving car in traffic with120000 miles --car goes dead --towed to a Nissan dealer—told the resistors for the battery ad fried–needed a $1200 replacement —told it was not part of the hybrid system —any one else with this… --- ## [2007 Hyndai Santa Fe flickering when brakes pressed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyndai-santa-fe-flickering-when-brakes-pressed/117346)
**Author:** [@jthalassa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jthalassa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyndai-santa-fe-flickering-when-brakes-pressed/117346 "2018-05-14T17:30:08Z")
Hi everyone! I have a 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited AWD. I went to drive it yesterday, and when I pressed on the brake, turned on the left blinker, or had my wipers on, the lights on the dash, the radio, and the clock a… --- ## [2013 Honda CRV - towing question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-crv-towing-question/117315)
**Author:** [@marcellandry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marcellandry)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-crv-towing-question/117315 "2018-05-14T17:22:50Z")
I have a 2013 CRV that I flat tow with my motor home. on a trip to florida the battery was dead in the morning. what could be causing this problem? --- ## [I want my 2017 Chevrolet Cruze louder...without a new muffler system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-my-2017-chevrolet-cruze-louder-without-a-new-muffler-system/117348)
**Author:** [@JarrodPautler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JarrodPautler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-my-2017-chevrolet-cruze-louder-without-a-new-muffler-system/117348 "2018-05-14T16:19:02Z")
I want to make my car louder without paying for a new muffler system. I’ve read and watched videos of people who put two to four washers in between where the pipe (muffler) connects to the other pipe leading to the engin… --- ## [2002 Toyota Corolla safety?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-corolla-safety/117208)
**Author:** [@Anne09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anne09)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-corolla-safety/117208 "2018-05-14T15:48:27Z")
I would please like to know if this is a safe car for my 17 year old son. I am a single mom so I don’t have his dad for input. Thank you very much Anne --- ## [2016 Nissan Pathfinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-pathfinder/117326)
**Author:** [@paullewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paullewis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2018, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-pathfinder/117326 "2018-05-13T22:37:35Z")
transmission problems has anyone complained about the electronics in 2016 pathfinder? I am asking this ? because the problem arose the first time it happened and it changed the dynamics on estimated gas mileage left. Be… --- ## [87 Chevy G30 not charging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-chevy-g30-not-charging/116891)
**Author:** [@Jason\_Stevens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jason_Stevens)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-chevy-g30-not-charging/116891 "2018-05-14T11:56:21Z")
I have a 1987 Chevy Bonaventure G30 5.7 TBI. Started with classic bad alternator signs. Dead batteries. Jump starts. After a jump start, the van will die eventually after removing the jumper cables. While the engine is r… --- ## [2000 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - shuts off when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-sl-class-shuts-off-when-warm/117264)
**Author:** [@RodneyLumpkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RodneyLumpkins)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 10:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-sl-class-shuts-off-when-warm/117264 "2018-05-14T10:52:22Z")
What is most likely cause for shutoff after warm up on the road? --- ## [2014 Chrysler Town & Country horn and radio switches won’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-town-country-horn-and-radio-switches-won-t-work/117269)
**Author:** [@Steve511](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve511)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-town-country-horn-and-radio-switches-won-t-work/117269 "2018-05-14T07:04:45Z")
I have a 2014 t&c. Horn and radio switches on steering wheel don’t work. Fuses seem ok. Is there a plug in relay for that? Which one? --- ## [2009 Honda Odyssey hissing sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-odyssey-hissing-sound/117261)
**Author:** [@Bruce49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bruce49)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-odyssey-hissing-sound/117261 "2018-05-14T05:00:42Z")
Our Honda van’s engine makes a low intermittent hissing sound when it is cold. It is almost like a high pressure gas is escaping from a tiny hole, only when the pressure builds up to a certain point. We have not notice… --- ## [Help with clearing emission testing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-clearing-emission-testing/117334)
**Author:** [@rsrvaltima](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rsrvaltima)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2018, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-clearing-emission-testing/117334 "2018-05-14T03:28:38Z")
Hi… I failed the emission test with a 2004 Nissan Altima in Illinois. Can someone help me with clearing the test? --- ## [2010 Ford Taurus heater controls don’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-taurus-heater-controls-don-t-work/117230)
**Author:** [@KeithSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithSmith)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2018, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-taurus-heater-controls-don-t-work/117230 "2018-05-12T00:48:19Z")
my controls on my heater/ac doesn’t work its stuck on 90 degrees and the radio is on am and can’t change any of it what do I need to do --- ## [2012 Chrysler 300 rear window shade clicking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-300-rear-window-shade-clicking/117216)
**Author:** [@TerryMorrissey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TerryMorrissey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 11, 2018, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-300-rear-window-shade-clicking/117216 "2018-05-11T20:08:49Z")
2012 Chrysler 300 rear window shade goes up and down, but makes a clicking noise for about 5 seconds after its raised or lowered. Anyone know how to fix it? Thanks, Terry --- ## [2014 Nissan Altima tire pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-altima-tire-pressure/117070)
**Author:** [@JosephSimone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JosephSimone)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2018, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-altima-tire-pressure/117070 "2018-05-13T21:52:17Z")
Tire: 235/45 R18. How many psi will my tire pressure increase from cold to hot? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=865) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=867)