# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=879 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 880 --- ## [1987 Dodge Ram Van - engine rebuilt but has issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-dodge-ram-van-engine-rebuilt-but-has-issues/116113)
**Author:** [@Amber39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amber39)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-dodge-ram-van-engine-rebuilt-but-has-issues/116113 "2018-04-26T01:29:57Z")
I have a brand new engine in my van- it’s an 87 Dodge Ram van- I just picked up from the shop and it sputtered as if it was running out of gas. Filled it up and stared up fine, drove 10 feet for it to sputter, died and w… --- ## [Transmission issue or just bad driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issue-or-just-bad-driving/115997)
**Author:** [@DuoMaxwell007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DuoMaxwell007)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issue-or-just-bad-driving/115997 "2018-04-26T01:15:05Z")
Ok so when drivin the car at normal speed 30-40 foot lightly on the gas. it works fine. But then if for no reason I decide to just floor the pedal the RPM shoots up but the speedometer does not go anywhere. However if I … --- ## [Key fob won't work, battery fine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-wont-work-battery-fine/95732)
**Author:** [@mcfarl73](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcfarl73)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2018, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-wont-work-battery-fine/95732 "2018-04-26T00:03:10Z")
So I went to get in my car this morning and the key fob wouldn't unlock my car. None of the buttons work, I tried them all. Now someone would say ok... why don't you just open it with the key? Well I'll tell you why! My … --- ## [Hose question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hose-question/116277)
**Author:** [@Dude\_where\_s\_my\_car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dude_where_s_my_car)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hose-question/116277 "2018-04-25T23:04:19Z")
Coolant leak in hose behind water pump. I can sort of see/feel it but not enough to replace it…Pulled water pump as I’m replacing both, but I still can’t get to the hose. Do I need to pull the intake manifold to get to t… --- ## [Chevy Lumina Engine Hesitation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-lumina-engine-hesitation/24002)
**Author:** [@marascod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marascod)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-lumina-engine-hesitation/24002 "2018-04-25T22:43:35Z")
I own a 1999 Chevy Lumina LTZ with 120k miles and in great shape. I bought it new and have driven it hard from day one. About 9 months ago give or take, the responsiveness / acceleration began diminishing to a point n… --- ## [Finding a gas leak in a 2010 Lexus LS 400](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-gas-leak-in-a-2010-lexus-ls-400/116275)
**Author:** [@Simon46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Simon46)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-gas-leak-in-a-2010-lexus-ls-400/116275 "2018-04-25T21:42:06Z")
If the mechanic can’t tell where the gas leak is coming from, where is it coming from? --- ## [Can I detoxify my 2005 Suzuki Forenza?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-detoxify-my-2005-suzuki-forenza/116273)
**Author:** [@Danny43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danny43)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-detoxify-my-2005-suzuki-forenza/116273 "2018-04-25T21:12:29Z")
Just became aware of toxicity in car interiors. I saw a list where ot listed the forenza wagon as being of high concern. I own a forenza sedan which i believe is the same car and perhaps the interior is made with the sam… --- ## [2011 Kia Soul horn and steering buttons don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-soul-horn-and-steering-buttons-dont-work/116265)
**Author:** [@sandra19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandra19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-kia-soul-horn-and-steering-buttons-dont-work/116265 "2018-04-25T20:06:20Z")
my horn does not work nor any of the buttons on my steering wheel? --- ## [What is the source of this severe oil leak \['96 Honda Accord 6cyl\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-source-of-this-severe-oil-leak-96-honda-accord-6cyl/116141)
**Author:** [@Colten\_Nye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colten_Nye)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-source-of-this-severe-oil-leak-96-honda-accord-6cyl/116141 "2018-04-25T19:53:07Z")
https://youtu.be/tX0w1KBWhBo The bolt it’s dripping from is the oil pan. You can see the oil filter on the right. --- ## [Clunk when hitting hole/uneven road and when steering back and forth](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunk-when-hitting-hole-uneven-road-and-when-steering-back-and-forth/116054)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunk-when-hitting-hole-uneven-road-and-when-steering-back-and-forth/116054 "2018-04-25T19:40:19Z")
My car 2006 Hyundai Tucson has had a clunk when driving on not perfect roads and steering back and forth (being stopped and swinging to wheel left to right). I just checked for 12 to 6 and 9 to 3 play and it’s very very … --- ## [2008 Saturn Aura needs a new shift cable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-aura-needs-a-new-shift-cable/116263)
**Author:** [@brodie01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brodie01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-aura-needs-a-new-shift-cable/116263 "2018-04-25T17:28:05Z")
my shift cable isn’t working. how much will it cost to fix? --- ## [2017 Jeep Renegade consumes oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-renegade-consumes-oil/116259)
**Author:** [@RODNEYSANDEL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RODNEYSANDEL)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-renegade-consumes-oil/116259 "2018-04-25T17:12:19Z")
Why does a brand new vehicle using synthetic oil burn so much oil one quart one and a half quarts between oil changes. The dealer warned i should check the engine oil when I bought the vehicle. I thought that kind of odd… --- ## [2013 Ford Taurus power steering assist light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-power-steering-assist-light/116252)
**Author:** [@eric35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eric35)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-taurus-power-steering-assist-light/116252 "2018-04-25T13:04:04Z")
power steering assist fault light came on hard too steer --- ## [2009 Toyota Camry oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-oil-leak/116196)
**Author:** [@Sherry44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sherry44)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 10:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-camry-oil-leak/116196 "2018-04-25T10:04:32Z")
Hi Ray, love your column - I’ve learned a lot! My car has just under 114K miles and has started using oil - I’ve had to add 3 quarts in the last 4K miles. Toyota has a Warranty Policy Bulletin that covers my car for an… --- ## [2006 Honda Pilot acted like it turned on...while already running?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-pilot-acted-like-it-turned-on-while-already-running/116134)
**Author:** [@KurtBrandon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KurtBrandon)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-pilot-acted-like-it-turned-on-while-already-running/116134 "2018-04-25T05:11:13Z")
While driving my car acted as if it had just turned on. The motor remained running but all the lights went on as if the car just started. There was also a lerch that felt as if it was trying to get in gear. It has done t… --- ## [1986 volvo 240 engine noise and lost power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-volvo-240-engine-noise-and-lost-power/116079)
**Author:** [@June\_Lunsford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/June_Lunsford)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-volvo-240-engine-noise-and-lost-power/116079 "2018-04-25T03:31:45Z")
So i had it in the shop last month with complete diagnostics done on it and had the oil gauge fixed and the engine has been running fine since i got the car on october last year. I had the ac blower fan installed as well… --- ## [Stalling 2003 Pontiac Aztek](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-2003-pontiac-aztek/116229)
**Author:** [@VirginiaSheridan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VirginiaSheridan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2018, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-2003-pontiac-aztek/116229 "2018-04-25T00:51:38Z")
Suddenly, my car stalled out on me about 15 times going for 3 miles. My mechanic told me that the car thought it was being stolen and identified that I needed a new computer to replace one of ten in car. About 2 weeks be… --- ## [2015 Chrysler 200 AC works poorly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-ac-works-poorly/116220)
**Author:** [@Nick49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nick49)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-200-ac-works-poorly/116220 "2018-04-24T23:49:42Z")
I recently bought Chrysler 200 2015. It is been 2 weeks and my car AC is not working properly. --- ## [2005 Subaru Forester - tire rotation question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-forester-tire-rotation-question/116148)
**Author:** [@FRED31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FRED31)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-forester-tire-rotation-question/116148 "2018-04-24T15:35:33Z")
How often to rotate tires on my 2005 Forester --- ## [Touch up paint help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/touch-up-paint-help/116179)
**Author:** [@Samantha08055](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Samantha08055)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/touch-up-paint-help/116179 "2018-04-24T14:58:50Z")
hello. I got in a very minor accident and wanted to repair the damage myself. I have never done any repairs or touch up before so i’m not sure what I need to do and purchase to repair these scratches. any help would be m… --- ## [Head gasket/Valve Job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-valve-job/116198)
**Author:** [@Richard\_Pierce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard_Pierce)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 11:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-valve-job/116198 "2018-04-24T11:57:27Z")
Hello everybody, I just got my truck back (1996 Ford F-250 7.5 Liter 460 EFI) from a mechanic that just replaced (purportedly replaced) my head gasket and had a machine shop do a valve job. I paid $1900.00, and he had i… --- ## [2004 Mercedes-Benz M-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-m-class/116153)
**Author:** [@YvonLeveille](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YvonLeveille)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-m-class/116153 "2018-04-24T02:50:14Z")
Transmission jokk between 1st and 2nd gear when cold for at least 4 or 5 stop after warming up change very smootly . Or if on idle will be smooth when warming up for a while standing still. ??? --- ## [Is it worth fixing my 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-fixing-my-2006-ford-escape-hybrid/116184)
**Author:** [@JulieNathanson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JulieNathanson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-fixing-my-2006-ford-escape-hybrid/116184 "2018-04-24T02:50:05Z")
My car was working really well, peppy, no problems. The ball joints failed inspection and a friend/mechanic replaced them. He returned the car with the brakes not working but the brakes are new. We put it aside for 2-3 w… --- ## [Stuck lean and rich codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-lean-and-rich-codes/115980)
**Author:** [@syllinx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/syllinx)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-lean-and-rich-codes/115980 "2018-04-24T01:39:55Z")
Has anybody had this issue? We have had it for a month and we did a tuneup and it still has the codes for stuck lean and rich on bank 1 sensor 2. Replaced both 02 sensors for the heck of it, new plugs and coils. I don’t … --- ## [1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercedes-benz-m-class-check-engine-light/116189)
**Author:** [@Correa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Correa)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercedes-benz-m-class-check-engine-light/116189 "2018-04-24T01:06:10Z")
Check engine light on --- ## [1995 Mazda 323 vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-323-vibration/116187)
**Author:** [@KevinButwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinButwell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-323-vibration/116187 "2018-04-23T23:31:08Z")
Just replaced struts on a 1995 Mazda Protege, now have a vibration on accelerating and above 80ks. --- ## [I hate that I have to baby my 96 mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hate-that-i-have-to-baby-my-96-mustang/115567)
**Author:** [@Rootkit69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rootkit69)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-hate-that-i-have-to-baby-my-96-mustang/115567 "2018-04-23T22:56:00Z")
I fixed up a mustang that has been sitting for 2 years had water damage during the Florida hurricane (yes I know not to buy flooded cars) but there was no water in the engine so I bought it. I changed alot on it,new clu… --- ## [2004 Jaguar X-Type fuel pump estimate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jaguar-x-type-fuel-pump-estimate/116181)
**Author:** [@WesGifford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesGifford)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jaguar-x-type-fuel-pump-estimate/116181 "2018-04-23T21:47:12Z")
how much should one pay to change out a fuel pump? --- ## [2012 Jaguar XJ - no start, no crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jaguar-xj-no-start-no-crank/116132)
**Author:** [@reid21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reid21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jaguar-xj-no-start-no-crank/116132 "2018-04-23T21:05:25Z")
i have a no start no crank condition --- ## [2015 Dodge Journey windshield with spider crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-windshield-with-spider-crack/116066)
**Author:** [@Chris39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris39)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-windshield-with-spider-crack/116066 "2018-04-23T21:05:11Z")
Where’s the best place to get a spider crack in a windshield fixed? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=878) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=880)