# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=896 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 897 --- ## [2015 bmw 328xi engine light was on bmw replaced radiator now car shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-328xi-engine-light-was-on-bmw-replaced-radiator-now-car-shakes/114832)
**Author:** [@Jodi\_Silverman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jodi_Silverman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-bmw-328xi-engine-light-was-on-bmw-replaced-radiator-now-car-shakes/114832 "2018-04-01T19:24:57Z")
At 35 k miles. After driving it on a 1300 mile trip my engine light came on i brought to bmw they said it was radiator and they replaced it and the water pump under warranty. ( if they even did) Since i got it back car … --- ## [Shopping for 2017 Ford Focus parts and enhancements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shopping-for-2017-ford-focus-parts-and-enhancements/114838)
**Author:** [@scottandersen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottandersen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shopping-for-2017-ford-focus-parts-and-enhancements/114838 "2018-04-01T19:20:15Z")
i have a 2017 ford focus se and i am looking to do some stuff to it such as coils and lips and wheels and roof racks i was wondering where to start looking --- ## [1989 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-mercedes-benz-sl-class-cel/114836)
**Author:** [@DeborahChapman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeborahChapman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-mercedes-benz-sl-class-cel/114836 "2018-04-01T18:55:43Z")
1989 Mercedes 560 SL. Check engine light on. Mechanic cannot find problem. Safe to drive? 160,000 miles, garage kept, all maintenance performed as advised. --- ## [2002 Saturn L BCM location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-l-bcm-location/114724)
**Author:** [@mikealderman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikealderman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-l-bcm-location/114724 "2018-04-01T18:40:44Z")
where is the bcm board located --- ## [Rust underneath 2007 Ford F250](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-underneath-2007-ford-f250/114830)
**Author:** [@Jim33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim33)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-underneath-2007-ford-f250/114830 "2018-04-01T18:34:51Z")
my f250 is in great shape as far as body and engine goes. i only have 25,000 miles on it. but underneath is very rusty from sitting in my driveway, especially the brackets holding the bed up. I can’t afford a new truck,… --- ## [2015 Chrysler Town & Country AC compressor failed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-town-country-ac-compressor-failed/114834)
**Author:** [@gillesbriand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gillesbriand)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chrysler-town-country-ac-compressor-failed/114834 "2018-04-01T18:29:28Z")
failure ac compressor defective after only 48000 miles ? --- ## [Keeping mice out of 2014 Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-mice-out-of-2014-ford-focus/114800)
**Author:** [@CSmet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CSmet)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-mice-out-of-2014-ford-focus/114800 "2018-04-01T17:54:14Z")
A mouse got into the area where the windshield wipers rest and did $360 worth of damage. The car is parked outside, how do you prevent mice from getting into that area? --- ## [2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx lock mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-lock-mystery/114801)
**Author:** [@Salexandrov](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Salexandrov)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-malibu-maxx-lock-mystery/114801 "2018-04-01T17:48:09Z")
Drivers door lock will lock but not unlock passengers unlocks but does not lock. --- ## [Undiagnosed charging system problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagnosed-charging-system-problem/114667)
**Author:** [@Stitchenell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stitchenell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagnosed-charging-system-problem/114667 "2018-04-01T17:12:22Z")
My 2010 Pontiac G6 GT Sedan has some sort of problem in the charging system. Sometimes it won’t start & sometimes the warning lights all come on & the gauges flatline. Then after it’s turned off, it won’t restart without… --- ## [2006 Ford Crown Victoria PCM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-crown-victoria-pcm/114817)
**Author:** [@TrialandError](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TrialandError)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-crown-victoria-pcm/114817 "2018-04-01T04:12:58Z")
Symptoms/conditions on my 2006 Crown Victoria (former police car). Mileage: 117k. When I bought it, it said in crayon on windshield “Bad PCM”. Written in marker on top of PCM which I just replaced with used PCM was: “122… --- ## [2000 Dodge Dakota oil pan nut torque specs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-dakota-oil-pan-nut-torque-specs/114768)
**Author:** [@williamchambers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamchambers)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-dakota-oil-pan-nut-torque-specs/114768 "2018-04-01T14:51:56Z")
2000 dodge dakota 4.7l oil pan nut torque specs --- ## [Can I buy an easy stop and start button for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-buy-an-easy-stop-and-start-button-for-2002-mercedes-benz-s-class/114742)
**Author:** [@casperlafata](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casperlafata)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-buy-an-easy-stop-and-start-button-for-2002-mercedes-benz-s-class/114742 "2018-04-01T14:16:12Z")
I want to know if I can purchase a easy stop and start button on my 2002 s500 Mercedes, --- ## [Hot hood on 2013 Jaguar XF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-hood-on-2013-jaguar-xf/114805)
**Author:** [@RussellSchaeffer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RussellSchaeffer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-hood-on-2013-jaguar-xf/114805 "2018-04-01T14:12:11Z")
The hood is very hot after short trips??? --- ## [1994 Chevrolet Corvette front end shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevrolet-corvette-front-end-shakes/114785)
**Author:** [@ScottBoudreau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottBoudreau)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevrolet-corvette-front-end-shakes/114785 "2018-04-01T13:14:01Z")
Hi. My 1994 corvette front end shakes at about 65-70 on the highway. Tires are fairly new. Had it in the shop and they weren’t able to diagnose the problem. Any thoughts what it could be ? --- ## [Head gasket replacement for 1998 Volvo S70](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-for-1998-volvo-s70/114590)
**Author:** [@NickStaffa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NickStaffa)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-replacement-for-1998-volvo-s70/114590 "2018-04-01T02:08:29Z")
How hard is it to replace a head gasket in this car? I’ve done it for a 89 249DL, but this car is way different. --- ## [2015 Nissan Pathfinder whistling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-pathfinder-whistling-noise/114775)
**Author:** [@Jeff27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeff27)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-pathfinder-whistling-noise/114775 "2018-04-01T01:55:07Z")
whistling noise at higher speeds coming from front passenger area --- ## [1992 Chevrolet 1500 backwards fuel filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chevrolet-1500-backwards-fuel-filter/114757)
**Author:** [@Edward56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edward56)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chevrolet-1500-backwards-fuel-filter/114757 "2018-04-01T01:25:55Z")
My son put his new fuel filter in backwards can I just turn it around or is it ruined now? --- ## [One-off engine misfire in an 2003 Subaru Forester?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-off-engine-misfire-in-an-2003-subaru-forester/114679)
**Author:** [@CR17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CR17)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2018, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-off-engine-misfire-in-an-2003-subaru-forester/114679 "2018-04-01T00:41:09Z")
Hey folks! I have an older and well-loved 2003 Subaru Forester, manual transmission, about 180,000 miles. I bought the car used about 2 years ago. Since then, I have had extensive work done on the car, which is maybe to… --- ## [Correct way to replace a PCV hose on Buick Century](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correct-way-to-replace-a-pcv-hose-on-buick-century/112013)
**Author:** [@intermittentspeakers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/intermittentspeakers)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correct-way-to-replace-a-pcv-hose-on-buick-century/112013 "2018-03-31T23:55:04Z")
I hope somebody on here has experience with the Buick Century with 3100 3.1 L V6. I have a cracked PCV hose, and I’ll need to remove it, but part of the hose cannot be removed without moving an obstruction, as you can se… --- ## [1998 Cadillac Seville P0603 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-seville-p0603-code/114780)
**Author:** [@Tom00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom00)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-seville-p0603-code/114780 "2018-03-31T22:22:49Z")
P0603 code on ‘98 siville sts. Getting lots of codes, any thoughts on easy fix? --- ## [2002 Cadillac DeVille shuts off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-shuts-off-while-driving/114770)
**Author:** [@Ed51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed51)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-shuts-off-while-driving/114770 "2018-03-31T21:41:35Z")
My 2002 Cadillac has recently been shutting down in the middle of a drive. After it sits for a minute, it starts up again. --- ## [2008 Jeep Wrangler shuts off while running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-shuts-off-while-running/114763)
**Author:** [@JeffreyColtonHall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeffreyColtonHall)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-wrangler-shuts-off-while-running/114763 "2018-03-31T21:14:16Z")
shuts off while runing but comes back on --- ## [2002 Chevrolet Venture spits and sputters on startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-venture-spits-and-sputters-on-startup/114782)
**Author:** [@thomas07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomas07)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-venture-spits-and-sputters-on-startup/114782 "2018-03-31T19:25:10Z")
when the engine starts in the mornings, it spits and sputters until it warms up , then it runs smooth. this can take from 15 to 30 minutes. --- ## [I had and oil change, but they forgot to top off the oil for 2000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-had-and-oil-change-but-they-forgot-to-top-off-the-oil-for-2000-miles/114369)
**Author:** [@Mark\_Dorn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark_Dorn)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-had-and-oil-change-but-they-forgot-to-top-off-the-oil-for-2000-miles/114369 "2018-03-31T19:06:26Z")
Hello all! This is my first post and I had to ask someone who may have experience about my car. It had 120,000 miles on it when I got an oil change at a local quick lube joint. I did notice the guy helping on my cr looke… --- ## [Brakes (FL) Won't Bleed after Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-fl-wont-bleed-after-repair/90343)
**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-fl-wont-bleed-after-repair/90343 "2018-03-31T19:02:35Z")
While helping a friend with his 2000 Nissan Maxima GLE 3.0L with 146K. We installed both CV axles with new and also replaced both front brake calipers. The axles went in fine with no issues. Installed the right caliper a… --- ## [2007 Cadillac DTS needs new timing chain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-dts-needs-new-timing-chain/114765)
**Author:** [@Bill26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill26)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-dts-needs-new-timing-chain/114765 "2018-03-31T14:37:36Z")
Ray - Recently you commented on how lucky the auto owner in not damaging the engine when the timing chain broke. I have a 2007 Cadillac DTS and it just registered 80,000 miles. Should in invest in a new chain plus lab… --- ## [2007 Dodge Grand Caravan losing oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-grand-caravan-losing-oil/114618)
**Author:** [@sandy06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandy06)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-grand-caravan-losing-oil/114618 "2018-03-31T14:35:00Z")
losing oil none on driveway --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Equinox rear window shattered; insurance won't pay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-equinox-rear-window-shattered-insurance-wont-pay/114630)
**Author:** [@Dena57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dena57)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-equinox-rear-window-shattered-insurance-wont-pay/114630 "2018-03-31T13:54:33Z")
Rear window shattered after being parked for days now what insurance won’t pay it’s a hefty $400 fix CHEVY BLOWS --- ## [2010 Cadillac DTS timing chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cadillac-dts-timing-chain/114625)
**Author:** [@Ray20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray20)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-cadillac-dts-timing-chain/114625 "2018-03-31T13:22:22Z")
I have a 2010 Cadillac DTS with 94,000 miles on it. Should I change the timing chain around 100K? I plan on keeping the car another 10 years or so or until I go to the great garage in the sky. --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Uplander CV shaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-uplander-cv-shaft/114749)
**Author:** [@Al22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al22)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2018, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-uplander-cv-shaft/114749 "2018-03-31T13:39:07Z")
What do you do when the cup end of the C.V. Shaft is stuck inside the transmission? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=895) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=897)