# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=877 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 878 --- ## [My 94 chevy k1500 makes a loud clicking noise when the key is turned on and off . down by where the blower motor is located?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-94-chevy-k1500-makes-a-loud-clicking-noise-when-the-key-is-turned-on-and-off-down-by-where-the-blower-motor-is-located/116446)
**Author:** [@BonneGut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BonneGut)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2018, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-94-chevy-k1500-makes-a-loud-clicking-noise-when-the-key-is-turned-on-and-off-down-by-where-the-blower-motor-is-located/116446 "2018-04-29T01:44:27Z")
Any ideas The clicking noise lasts about 30 seconds --- ## [Speedo quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speedo-quit/115961)
**Author:** [@BonneGut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BonneGut)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2018, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speedo-quit/115961 "2018-04-29T00:23:55Z")
Iwas driving my 94 chevy k1500 sierra and pushed the trip resetc button and my Speedo quit …any ideas --- ## [2006 Nissan Murano thumping noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-murano-thumping-noise/116442)
**Author:** [@AmberCronin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmberCronin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-murano-thumping-noise/116442 "2018-04-28T23:55:45Z")
My murano started to make a thumping sound on the drivers side. I checked the tires and nothing seems wrong with it but after further inspection I’ve found some kind if fluid that has sprayed on the back of the tire and … --- ## [2005 Subaru WRX wagon makes noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-wrx-wagon-makes-noise/66795)
**Author:** [@njolsson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njolsson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-wrx-wagon-makes-noise/66795 "2018-04-28T23:41:06Z")
My Subaru started making a noise that the mechanic can't seem to identify - I hear it when the car is in gear and moving only - it's like a humming noise that increases in frequency as the car goes faster and winds down … --- ## [Broken electrical fitting in 1997 Ford Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-electrical-fitting-in-1997-ford-explorer/116356)
**Author:** [@PatrickWalsh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatrickWalsh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-electrical-fitting-in-1997-ford-explorer/116356 "2018-04-28T23:24:52Z")
broken electrical fitting going in to fuel tank, when we replace it does it require gasket cement of any type and is it sealed inside and out? --- ## [Noisy Subaru](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-subaru/31256)
**Author:** [@KennethRC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethRC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-subaru/31256 "2018-04-28T23:36:43Z")
Hi?We have a 2002 Subaru Forester. Lately, often when we make a right turn without stopping or veer to the right (as if we are getting on a freeway off ramp) there?s a metallic clanging/rattling sound from the front-cent… --- ## [2003 Jeep Cherokee loses power at high rpms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-cherokee-loses-power-at-high-rpms/114087)
**Author:** [@IsraelMyeni](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IsraelMyeni)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-cherokee-loses-power-at-high-rpms/114087 "2018-04-28T22:01:38Z")
under 300km , this car lights up the engine light and tends to loose power. this happens at high revs especially when overtaking. a rattling noise in the engine followed by power loss. this vehicle gets unsafe in highwa… --- ## [In search of a compact spare for 2016 Chevrolet Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-search-of-a-compact-spare-for-2016-chevrolet-malibu/116418)
**Author:** [@RichardMcFerron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardMcFerron)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-search-of-a-compact-spare-for-2016-chevrolet-malibu/116418 "2018-04-28T20:56:05Z")
2016 Malibu Limited does not have a compact spare tire. What size would I look for at a junk yard? --- ## [2013 Dodge Dart radio reset](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-dart-radio-reset/116345)
**Author:** [@Rewa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rewa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-dart-radio-reset/116345 "2018-04-28T20:47:01Z")
Can you tell me how to reset a 2013 dodge dart radio. --- ## [2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek: Fix before trade-in?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431)
**Author:** [@CarolTeichman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolTeichman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-xv-crosstrek-fix-before-trade-in/116431 "2018-04-28T20:32:13Z")
I have a small crack in the rear bumper and tail light. Is it better to get it fixed before I trade it in? --- ## [2008 Kia Sorento runs rough when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sorento-runs-rough-when-cold/116390)
**Author:** [@Ron39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sorento-runs-rough-when-cold/116390 "2018-04-28T20:28:51Z")
2008 Kia Sorento with a V6. Runs rough when cold, after gets to operating temp runs good. Though it would have been injectors but they checked out fine 15 ohms on average give or take 1 ohm. What could it be? --- ## [2017 Subaru Forester doesn't lock while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-doesnt-lock-while-driving/116421)
**Author:** [@DonMacLeod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonMacLeod)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-forester-doesnt-lock-while-driving/116421 "2018-04-28T19:48:07Z")
I have been driving my Subaru Forester for over a year and I just discovered that it does not lock the doors when driving this is dangerous given today’s hijacking of cars. I have had other cars dated from the mid 90’s … --- ## [Blinking 2000 BMW 325 low beams](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinking-2000-bmw-325-low-beams/116351)
**Author:** [@Firstmark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Firstmark)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinking-2000-bmw-325-low-beams/116351 "2018-04-28T19:05:27Z")
My low beams blink off and on in one second intervals. The blinking stops if I use a turn signal. Any ideas of the cause/solution? --- ## [2011 Dodge Avenger diesel repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-avenger-diesel-repairs/116306)
**Author:** [@Mariavazquez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mariavazquez)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-avenger-diesel-repairs/116306 "2018-04-28T19:00:39Z")
How long those it take to fix a car that has disesel --- ## [2002 Volkswagen Cabrio starts & cuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volkswagen-cabrio-starts-cuts-off/116300)
**Author:** [@jamesrHeadley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesrHeadley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volkswagen-cabrio-starts-cuts-off/116300 "2018-04-28T18:58:38Z")
car starts right a way, runs for one second then cuts off? --- ## [2012 Honda Accord remote key won’t open trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-remote-key-won-t-open-trunk/116375)
**Author:** [@Syscine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Syscine)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-remote-key-won-t-open-trunk/116375 "2018-04-28T18:28:42Z")
2012 Honda Accord Coupe, just got the remote key and was programmed at the dealer: however, it will not open my trunk. The latch inside the car works fine, I do not have a valet switch. I can hear a click when I press t… --- ## [2015 Nissan Rogue door alarm goes off unintentionally](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-door-alarm-goes-off-unintentionally/116406)
**Author:** [@KateMelody](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KateMelody)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-door-alarm-goes-off-unintentionally/116406 "2018-04-28T18:21:51Z")
How do I turn off the door alarm when it sounds unintentionally? --- ## [Volkswagen Jetta transmission engagement issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-jetta-transmission-engagement-issue/7884)
**Author:** [@Goldy20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Goldy20)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-jetta-transmission-engagement-issue/7884 "2018-04-28T17:32:11Z")
I just purchased a used 2004 Jetta with 45K miles. Overall the car is terrific. However, when the car is cold, the transmission does not engage immediately when shifting from park into reverse or drive. There is about … --- ## [2003 Chevrolet S-10 frame swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-s-10-frame-swap/116214)
**Author:** [@Stuart53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stuart53)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-s-10-frame-swap/116214 "2018-04-28T15:37:57Z")
I need to do a Frame swap. What frames (years/models) match the 2003 Chevy S10 PU ? --- ## [Unknown Belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-belt/116380)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-belt/116380 "2018-04-28T14:26:54Z")
I have a 2011 honda accord, which I read has a timing chain. But under the hood I see a belt of some sort, what is it for and does it need to be changed? --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Avalanche seats heat on their own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-avalanche-seats-heat-on-their-own/115367)
**Author:** [@LoisSeaman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoisSeaman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-avalanche-seats-heat-on-their-own/115367 "2018-04-28T13:49:43Z")
Heated seats turn on by themselves --- ## [2006 Nissan Altima service engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-service-engine-light/116379)
**Author:** [@joseph16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joseph16)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-service-engine-light/116379 "2018-04-28T12:40:08Z")
2006 Altima 2.5s in the last 6 month, service engine light comes on, crank and crank will not start after may be 10-12 times and next day will start normal how long it is been sitting what is the weather.makes no differ… --- ## [2008 Ford Escape steering wheel groans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-steering-wheel-groans/116360)
**Author:** [@RickStacey37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickStacey37)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-steering-wheel-groans/116360 "2018-04-28T03:57:29Z")
I have a groaning sound when turning the stering wheel a full turn either right or left. It doesn’t happen when you just turn a corner normally. --- ## [2009 Toyota Highlander electrical dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-highlander-electrical-dead/116369)
**Author:** [@TomWalton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomWalton)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-highlander-electrical-dead/116369 "2018-04-28T01:17:44Z")
All electrical dead. Could not jump start battery even with a booster charger. Replaced battery & started fine w/ no problems. Why couldn’t the technician jumpstart with dead battery in place? --- ## [You've heard of varaible valve timing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/youve-heard-of-varaible-valve-timing/116190)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/youve-heard-of-varaible-valve-timing/116190 "2018-04-28T00:47:13Z")
How about variable compression? Tester --- ## [Front strut mount broken top. Is it safe to drive back home?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-strut-mount-broken-top-is-it-safe-to-drive-back-home/116118)
**Author:** [@Merjo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Merjo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2018, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-strut-mount-broken-top-is-it-safe-to-drive-back-home/116118 "2018-04-28T00:18:12Z")
We own a 2005 Toyota Sienna LE. Yesterday, we were driving to a family vacation when we noticed the car was making an awful clank (metal against metal crashing) from the passenger windshield area. We checked and discover… --- ## [1997 Honda Civic AC quit blowing cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-civic-ac-quit-blowing-cold/116377)
**Author:** [@JohnCarde](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnCarde)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-civic-ac-quit-blowing-cold/116377 "2018-04-27T23:50:16Z")
1997 honda civic lx AC quit blowing cold air after radiator and thermostat were replaced --- ## [2017 RAM 1500 transfer case](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-1500-transfer-case/116358)
**Author:** [@PaulMiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulMiller)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 7:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-1500-transfer-case/116358 "2018-04-27T19:50:46Z")
I have 2017 RAM 1500, 5.7 and transfer case will go into neutral by itself and neutral light does not come on. The only way I can restore is by disconnecting battery cable or letting the vehicle sit for an hour. I have… --- ## [Vibration when steering left at low speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-steering-left-at-low-speed/115687)
**Author:** [@JBrown1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JBrown1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-when-steering-left-at-low-speed/115687 "2018-04-27T17:14:05Z")
I have a 1995 AWD Subaru Legacy L Wagon with 190K miles. Lately, I’m getting vibration for about a second or two when I steer left at very low speed, like 5 mph. Most turns are faster than that, so it doesn’t happen very… --- ## [1999 Ford Contour can take two tries to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-contour-can-take-two-tries-to-start/116246)
**Author:** [@webb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/webb)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-contour-can-take-two-tries-to-start/116246 "2018-04-27T16:50:22Z")
occasionally the car will not start on first try. after @15 minutes it will start. I’ve had it thoroughly checked over by certified AAA mechanics. they can find nothing wrong [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=876) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=878)