# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=878 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 879 --- ## [2008 Kia Sportage oil filter is too small](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-oil-filter-is-too-small/116040)
**Author:** [@JoeBarranco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeBarranco)\ **Replies:** 114\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-sportage-oil-filter-is-too-small/116040 "2018-04-27T16:08:00Z")
Why are the oil filters on the new cars so small? My 2008 Kia Sportage V-6 2.7L oil filter is too small for a V-6 motor. --- ## [Car over curb noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-over-curb-noise/116322)
**Author:** [@Gregg\_Mcelwain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gregg_Mcelwain)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 3:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-over-curb-noise/116322 "2018-04-27T15:27:13Z")
I ran over a curb and now it makes a weird sound when I’m in drive. It also rattled, at one point. Will it be ok till payday? thank you for responding. --- ## [Somebody dumped dirt in my Chrysler 300 tank!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/somebody-dumped-dirt-in-my-chrysler-300-tank/116335)
**Author:** [@Alexandria39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alexandria39)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/somebody-dumped-dirt-in-my-chrysler-300-tank/116335 "2018-04-27T14:28:59Z")
Someone used a funnel and dumped dirt in my tank --- ## [2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee CEL comes back on after repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-cel-comes-back-on-after-repair/116341)
**Author:** [@Ron26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron26)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-grand-cherokee-cel-comes-back-on-after-repair/116341 "2018-04-27T14:27:10Z")
Check engine light illuminates. Mechanic says vapor leak. He replaced the vapor canister. Check engine light returned weeks later. Help! --- ## [How to remove Camry taillight assembly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-camry-taillight-assembly/116347)
**Author:** [@BobbyDiCampli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobbyDiCampli)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-camry-taillight-assembly/116347 "2018-04-27T14:25:12Z")
Show me how to remove the whole rear tale light assembly from a 2001 Toyota cambry --- ## [2010 Jeep Liberty alarm system has a mind of its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-liberty-alarm-system-has-a-mind-of-its-own/116350)
**Author:** [@sherelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sherelle)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-liberty-alarm-system-has-a-mind-of-its-own/116350 "2018-04-27T14:22:40Z")
Why does the alarm system keep going off by itself, When I can’t even use my starter to shut it down, or open my doors??? --- ## [2009 Honda Accord wouldn’t move in gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-accord-wouldn-t-move-in-gear/116353)
**Author:** [@Ric45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ric45)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-accord-wouldn-t-move-in-gear/116353 "2018-04-27T14:19:03Z")
2009 Honda accord in gear n would not move then tried again n worked what is problem --- ## [2010 Dodge Challenger won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-challenger-won-t-start/116313)
**Author:** [@Pat26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pat26)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-challenger-won-t-start/116313 "2018-04-27T14:18:05Z")
I have a 2010 Dodge Challenger that will not start. We put a new battery in. We have to boost it to start. Once you turn it off it will not start. --- ## [1999 Chevrolet Tahoe sounds like it's going to start...and then it doesn't](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-sounds-like-its-going-to-start-and-then-it-doesnt/116302)
**Author:** [@ChristinaTorres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristinaTorres)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe-sounds-like-its-going-to-start-and-then-it-doesnt/116302 "2018-04-27T03:37:06Z")
When I turn the ignition it sounds like it’s going to start and then dies. What can it be? TIA --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Avalanche blower control switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-avalanche-blower-control-switch/116212)
**Author:** [@edwardfryer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edwardfryer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-avalanche-blower-control-switch/116212 "2018-04-27T03:13:22Z")
how to replace the blower control switch --- ## [1994 Toyota Celica loses power, but starts up again OK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-celica-loses-power-but-starts-up-again-ok/116249)
**Author:** [@LaurenRice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LaurenRice)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-celica-loses-power-but-starts-up-again-ok/116249 "2018-04-27T02:56:48Z")
Oil check, battery, check engine lights come on–power lost–glide to a stop. Put into park (auto transmission), start again, ok. For about 10 days. Always freeway off ramp, stop/go traffic. Help? Ideas? --- ## [2004 Ford Taurus won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-wont-start/116255)
**Author:** [@winnie03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/winnie03)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-taurus-wont-start/116255 "2018-04-27T02:42:22Z")
Car Wont Start Get nothing when I turn key over --- ## [Mercedes Kompressor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-kompressor/116329)
**Author:** [@Mr.Twister](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.Twister)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2018, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-kompressor/116329 "2018-04-27T01:30:50Z")
Sorry for starting a new thread. My front driver side turn signal stopped working. I noticed the socket was bad. I replaced that and the bulb. Still not working. The side mirror signal works. The back works. I’m stumped.… --- ## [2006 Ford Mustang won’t turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-mustang-won-t-turn-over/116331)
**Author:** [@montague](https://community.cartalk.com/u/montague)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-mustang-won-t-turn-over/116331 "2018-04-26T23:11:15Z")
engine not turning over --- ## [Intermittent speakers in 2009 Chevrolet HHR](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-speakers-in-2009-chevrolet-hhr/116311)
**Author:** [@RonaldLThomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonaldLThomas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-speakers-in-2009-chevrolet-hhr/116311 "2018-04-26T21:32:13Z")
speakers only work sometimes --- ## [Better mileage for a 1987 Dodge D150](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-mileage-for-a-1987-dodge-d150/116316)
**Author:** [@JacksonAldenYoung](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JacksonAldenYoung)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-mileage-for-a-1987-dodge-d150/116316 "2018-04-26T21:26:57Z")
How to improve my gas mileage!!! 1987 Dodge D150, 3.7L, 225 SLANT SIX, 904 Torqueflite Trans, 3.23 gear 8 3/4". --- ## [Transmission fault light in 2012 Fiat 500C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fault-light-in-2012-fiat-500c/116327)
**Author:** [@LexieDavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LexieDavis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fault-light-in-2012-fiat-500c/116327 "2018-04-26T21:25:03Z")
what would cause a transmission fault light in a 2012 fiat 500 lounge --- ## [2015 Hyundai Genesis tire recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-genesis-tire-recommendations/116238)
**Author:** [@MikeTicsa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeTicsa)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-genesis-tire-recommendations/116238 "2018-04-26T21:04:24Z")
Hello, Looking to replace current BFGoodrich Sport Comp -2 AS tires. Any advice? Looking for all season. Thanks! --- ## [2013 Ford Flex misses in 1st and 2nd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-flex-misses-in-1st-and-2nd/116318)
**Author:** [@Hermon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hermon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-flex-misses-in-1st-and-2nd/116318 "2018-04-26T17:25:17Z")
starts great, idles great, misses when in first and second. auto trans --- ## [What's the best time of day to check oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-time-of-day-to-check-oil/115371)
**Author:** [@Mel32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mel32)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-best-time-of-day-to-check-oil/115371 "2018-04-26T13:16:25Z")
I have a 2007 Toyota Tundra Crewmax cab 5.7 liter V8 what I would like to know is when is the proper time to check the oil I was always taught and rule of thumb was first thing in the morning when everything’s in the bot… --- ## [Tire puncture on shoulder but do not go throught](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-puncture-on-shoulder-but-do-not-go-throught/115949)
**Author:** [@2011MDX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2011MDX)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-puncture-on-shoulder-but-do-not-go-throught/115949 "2018-04-26T12:59:52Z")
(upload://sGyHIQvEvxSXjeFYXe7oSQY9OeE.jpeg)Hi. I have a tire puncture on the shoulder but it does not go through the metal lining. No air is leaking out and it is holding air. Is there any flexible glue to fill and bond … --- ## [2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue overheats, soaks driver's side floor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-oldsmobile-intrigue-overheats-soaks-drivers-side-floor/116287)
**Author:** [@chrisfoster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisfoster)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-oldsmobile-intrigue-overheats-soaks-drivers-side-floor/116287 "2018-04-26T12:47:07Z")
car definately overheats but its been soaking the floor on the drivers side, that doesn’t make any sence. why would it get wet on the drivers side? --- ## [2004 Chevrolet 2500 periodically won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-2500-periodically-wont-start/116289)
**Author:** [@Alex54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alex54)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-2500-periodically-wont-start/116289 "2018-04-26T12:45:06Z")
periodically maybe once a month the truck does not start. acts like battery is dead. (battery is new) no lights or dash or power locks etc. work. attach battery charger and truck starts. most times it starts ok. any… --- ## [2017 GMC Acadia shut down, wouldn't restart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-shut-down-wouldnt-restart/116282)
**Author:** [@MargaretBettger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MargaretBettger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-shut-down-wouldnt-restart/116282 "2018-04-26T12:23:48Z")
Acadia Denali shut down ACC and could not restart --- ## [1994 Ford Explorer suddenly accelerates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-suddenly-accelerates/116293)
**Author:** [@justinelarsen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justinelarsen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-suddenly-accelerates/116293 "2018-04-26T12:21:51Z")
sudden unintended accerleration --- ## [Low beams useless at night](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-useless-at-night/116261)
**Author:** [@Terri48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terri48)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 11:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-useless-at-night/116261 "2018-04-26T11:35:55Z")
I have a 2014 Nissan Altima, 71,000 miles, whose low beams are useless at night. Googling this problem would seem to indicate that this is a common Altima problem. Are there any ways to fix the headlights myself or am I … --- ## [2014 Jeep Patriot using up coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-using-up-coolant/116297)
**Author:** [@SteveDiaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveDiaz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-patriot-using-up-coolant/116297 "2018-04-26T04:15:41Z")
I have a 2014 Jeep Patriot with the 4cyl engine. I have noticed that it is using up coolant from the coolant tank and the temperature gauge will pass mid point and return to normal while driving. I have checked for leaks… --- ## [Car won't move after being parked for a year on incline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-after-being-parked-for-a-year-on-incline/113166)
**Author:** [@canadian1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/canadian1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-after-being-parked-for-a-year-on-incline/113166 "2018-04-26T03:41:58Z")
Hi my 2007 honda civic will not move, i made the mistake of parking it on a incline of approx a 30 to 35 degree hill with the front end higher, and i left the emergency brake on for over a year. I don’t know where to sta… --- ## [Does anyone have access to the entertainment system firmware updates for a 2015 impreza?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-have-access-to-the-entertainment-system-firmware-updates-for-a-2015-impreza/116294)
**Author:** [@Mikeloeven](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikeloeven)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-have-access-to-the-entertainment-system-firmware-updates-for-a-2015-impreza/116294 "2018-04-26T03:34:56Z")
I recently purchased a new 2015 impreza and it was having some problems with Bluetooth audio. I am trying to update the device firmware and spoke with a representative at Subaru who provided me with a service bulletin nu… --- ## [2013 Kia Rio needs a jump after several hours of no driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-rio-needs-a-jump-after-several-hours-of-no-driving/116207)
**Author:** [@BarbaraMansfield](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarbaraMansfield)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-rio-needs-a-jump-after-several-hours-of-no-driving/116207 "2018-04-26T02:37:32Z")
Good battery starts after charging by driving, but needs jump start after overnight or several hours no driving [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=877) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=879)