# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=882 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 883 --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-tahoe-hybrid/115988)
**Author:** [@Charis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-tahoe-hybrid/115988 "2018-04-20T17:35:27Z")
kevin p did that fix the problem because im having the same issue --- ## [2013 Dodge Caravan high pitched noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-caravan-high-pitched-noise/115960)
**Author:** [@Hesham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hesham)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-caravan-high-pitched-noise/115960 "2018-04-20T15:30:52Z")
My Dodge Grand Caravan SXT 2013 reached 301,000 kms and yesterday the gear does not go more than 80-90 kms/hr with high sound like reaching the mx level of the gear? Any advise plz? --- ## [2010 Toyota Prius fuse problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-fuse-problem/115784)
**Author:** [@Joe09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe09)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-fuse-problem/115784 "2018-04-20T15:11:24Z")
My Check PCS Light came on for my 2010 Toyota Prius. I read somewhere that it could be the battery not providing enough voltage. I check with Multimeter and found a parasitic drain of about -2.0amps. When i pulled the EC… --- ## [2003 Honda Accord with a possessed radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-with-a-possessed-radio/70485)
**Author:** [@TheMonalisa02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMonalisa02)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-with-a-possessed-radio/70485 "2018-04-20T15:09:31Z")
Hi, I have a 2003 Honda Accord LX with 96K miles on it. As the weather has gotten colder, my car radio is turning itself on. I walked out last week to a frigid 19 degrees here in KY to the blaring sound of my radio … --- ## [2005 Ford Taurus CEL repeatedly lights up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-taurus-cel-repeatedly-lights-up/115859)
**Author:** [@Daris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daris)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-taurus-cel-repeatedly-lights-up/115859 "2018-04-20T13:53:47Z")
2005 Ford Taurus with 3.0 engine. Check engine light keeps coming on. Scanned by garage code showed "cold start cyl. 1 & 3. Car started and ran fine, but changed spark plugs. A few days later, light came on again and cod… --- ## [2006 Ford F150 won't shift into third or higher](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f150-wont-shift-into-third-or-higher/115964)
**Author:** [@John36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 1:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-f150-wont-shift-into-third-or-higher/115964 "2018-04-20T13:46:12Z")
My 4wdrive I have an auto transmission that good in 1st and 2nd drive not an higher. Its like it goes into neuatral. --- ## [Turn the key and takes long to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-the-key-and-takes-long-to-start/86746)
**Author:** [@gbuz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gbuz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-the-key-and-takes-long-to-start/86746 "2018-04-20T11:04:22Z")
Hello everyone, I have a 2004 auto honda accord 4cyl. When I turn the key to turnon my car it takes a couple of seconds longer than it use to, to turn on. Sometimes it doesn't start at all,until I stop and pump the gas b… --- ## [How much life left for my 2002 BMW M3?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-life-left-for-my-2002-bmw-m3/115740)
**Author:** [@JoeOchoa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeOchoa)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 10:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-life-left-for-my-2002-bmw-m3/115740 "2018-04-20T10:18:27Z")
How much more can I reasonably expect this car to last? I have an 2002 BMW M3 (e46 body style) that I bought 8 years ago with 60k miles. I used to make regular drives to visit my girlfriend who lived 360 miles away. S… --- ## [2012 Subaru Outback USB connection stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-usb-connection-stopped-working/115522)
**Author:** [@chuckcrockett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chuckcrockett)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 9:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-outback-usb-connection-stopped-working/115522 "2018-04-20T09:51:44Z")
usb connection stopped working Been using it for i phone --- ## [97 NISSAN Sentra ECU reset SES code erase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-nissan-sentra-ecu-reset-ses-code-erase/115723)
**Author:** [@YourMinky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YourMinky)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-nissan-sentra-ecu-reset-ses-code-erase/115723 "2018-04-20T05:01:38Z")
My 1997 Nissan Sentra SES (service engine soon) yellow light came on. Local auto stores wont erase the code due to EPA restrictions but they told me the error codes are P0440, P0446. Auto forums recommended removing rus… --- ## [How to improve gas mileage in 1999 Mercury Villager?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-improve-gas-mileage-in-1999-mercury-villager/115917)
**Author:** [@billhahn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billhahn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-improve-gas-mileage-in-1999-mercury-villager/115917 "2018-04-20T03:17:58Z")
bad gas mileage other than new plugs what else can be done to improve --- ## [2006 Pontiac Torrent head gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-torrent-head-gasket/115933)
**Author:** [@MargaretMMarotta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MargaretMMarotta)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-torrent-head-gasket/115933 "2018-04-20T03:14:06Z")
My head gasket was repaired. my car hasn’t overheated yet but I see white smoke coming out the tail pipe. --- ## [2006 Nissan Pathfinder: timin chain whine, replacement components selection](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-pathfinder-timin-chain-whine-replacement-components-selection/115976)
**Author:** [@thegreendrag0n](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thegreendrag0n)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-pathfinder-timin-chain-whine-replacement-components-selection/115976 "2018-04-20T03:05:51Z")
2006 Nissan Pathfinder, 160K miles Camshaft chains “ate” their plastic guides and make a whining noise as chains rub directly against tensioners. Nissan TSB calls for camshaft chains (2x) to be replaced together with t… --- ## [2015 Dodge Charger recalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-charger-recalls/115957)
**Author:** [@MichealSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichealSmith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-charger-recalls/115957 "2018-04-19T22:52:04Z")
Are there any currently recalls on 2015 Dodge Charger SE --- ## [Expensive Camry exhaust repairs - Are these costs reasonable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expensive-camry-exhaust-repairs-are-these-costs-reasonable/115942)
**Author:** [@kettir1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kettir1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expensive-camry-exhaust-repairs-are-these-costs-reasonable/115942 "2018-04-19T21:40:34Z")
I purchased a used 2005 6-cylinder Camry. Recently I had to replace the muffler assembly, resonator assembly, converter-direct fit, and 3 gaskets. Parts cost me $1,371 (not including a “shop supplies” charge of $46) an… --- ## [2003 Chevy Impala Brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-impala-brakes/115758)
**Author:** [@pjm333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pjm333)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-impala-brakes/115758 "2018-04-19T21:17:47Z")
Had front brakes & rotor replaced on 2003 impala, at highway speeds when I hit the brakes there is a shaking / wobbling sound. Brought it back & said they found no problems. I am not bringing it back there again but any … --- ## [2002 Hyundai Santa Fe hard to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-hyundai-santa-fe-hard-to-start/115911)
**Author:** [@Ese](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ese)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-hyundai-santa-fe-hard-to-start/115911 "2018-04-19T20:41:38Z")
How to fix my car hard to start --- ## [2007 Chevrolet HHR won't stay unlocked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-wont-stay-unlocked/115945)
**Author:** [@TroyHiggins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TroyHiggins)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-wont-stay-unlocked/115945 "2018-04-19T20:26:46Z")
We have a 2007 Chevy HHR. The front passenger door lock will unlock when hitting the unlock button but as soon as you release the button it will relock automatically so to let a passenger in you have you manually lift a… --- ## [2014 Ford F150 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f150-wont-start/115904)
**Author:** [@Jim48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim48)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f150-wont-start/115904 "2018-04-19T20:10:14Z")
F-150 Ford Crew Cab will not start. Key placed in ignition and gear shift can’t be moved. Lights very dim on dash and slowly dies. Swapped out battery, still the same. It’s completely dead. Could it be the Computer? Any … --- ## [2008 Chrysler 300C shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-300c-shuts-off/115936)
**Author:** [@Mitza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitza)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chrysler-300c-shuts-off/115936 "2018-04-19T20:12:31Z")
Car shuts off while driving and malfunction light comes on --- ## [2006 Toyota Avalon cracked dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-avalon-cracked-dash/115857)
**Author:** [@HarveyDail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HarveyDail)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-avalon-cracked-dash/115857 "2018-04-19T19:30:51Z")
Passenger side dash horizontal crack in two places, bought new, car port kept. Replacement warrant? --- ## [2010 Honda Insight peeling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-insight-peeling/115953)
**Author:** [@Jeannie01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeannie01)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-insight-peeling/115953 "2018-04-19T19:25:21Z")
My white Insight has the same exact problem but is pealing all over. It started on the hood & that is were the biggest spots are located. --- ## [2013 Toyota RAV4 heater/AC/defroster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-rav4-heater-ac-defroster/115879)
**Author:** [@SherrySampson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SherrySampson)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-rav4-heater-ac-defroster/115879 "2018-04-19T19:08:39Z")
My heater and A/C only blows at the top and the defroster doesn’t put out like it should. Is this a recall? I bought this car brand new. --- ## [2010 Chrysler Town & Country is stuck in 2nd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-is-stuck-in-2nd/115876)
**Author:** [@AlainChacon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlainChacon)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-is-stuck-in-2nd/115876 "2018-04-19T18:51:30Z")
My 2010 Chrysler Town & Country doesn’t shift gears It’s stuck in 2nd gear --- ## [Coil failure - did garage mess up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-failure-did-garage-mess-up/115927)
**Author:** [@NickW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NickW)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-failure-did-garage-mess-up/115927 "2018-04-19T17:21:11Z")
Took my car to the garage, the exhaust/catalytic converter was blown. They fixed it, but the next day the engine had no power, was juddering and the check engine light came on. Apparently this was an ignition coil fail… --- ## [Rough idle, smell of gas and bad idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-smell-of-gas-and-bad-idle/115921)
**Author:** [@Aaron\_Stone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aaron_Stone)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-idle-smell-of-gas-and-bad-idle/115921 "2018-04-19T16:46:13Z")
So pretty much my mothers car has the following issues strong smell of gas bad idle.the code shows a miss fire on cylinder 3we have changed plugs coils and the fuel pump i dont know what else could cause this the issues … --- ## [Service Airbag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-airbag-light/115940)
**Author:** [@Chris\_Taylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris_Taylor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-airbag-light/115940 "2018-04-19T16:27:34Z")
I have a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 with a Service Airbag warning light. Code is B0083 00 indicating Left Front sensor. I replaced sensor and still have same error. Swapped Left and Right, still same error. Metered connector t… --- ## [Do I Need Studded Snow Tires in MA?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-studded-snow-tires-in-ma/82516)
**Author:** [@Japmo\_in\_MA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Japmo_in_MA)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-studded-snow-tires-in-ma/82516 "2018-04-19T16:14:07Z")
Hi all, I have a 2009 Camry and about a 100 mile commute daily round-trip for work. I'm wondering if I should get studded snow tires this winter, or just go with standard winter tires (I've never had either). Here in MA … --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Impala rack and pinion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-impala-rack-and-pinion/115925)
**Author:** [@KevinCotman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinCotman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-impala-rack-and-pinion/115925 "2018-04-19T15:40:21Z")
rack and pinion without Magnasteer do need this since I just replaced inner and outer tire rods --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx won't shift with +/- button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-wont-shift-with-button/115913)
**Author:** [@Jim37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim37)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-wont-shift-with-button/115913 "2018-04-19T15:40:03Z")
can’t manually shift when using the +/- button on shifter and in the “L” selection. Any ideas ? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=881) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=883)