# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=899 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 900 --- ## [2005 Hyundai Santa Fe airbag light stays on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-santa-fe-airbag-light-stays-on/114584)
**Author:** [@jayniene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayniene)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-santa-fe-airbag-light-stays-on/114584 "2018-03-28T18:02:03Z")
air bag light stays on how to fix it? --- ## [2004 Volvo V90 Cross Country needs mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-v90-cross-country-needs-mechanic/114597)
**Author:** [@Anastasia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anastasia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-v90-cross-country-needs-mechanic/114597 "2018-03-28T17:46:52Z")
I’m looking for a honest/experienced Volvo mechanic,for a 2nd opinion. --- ## [1992 New ignition parts, drove all day, now no start no spark](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-new-ignition-parts-drove-all-day-now-no-start-no-spark/114564)
**Author:** [@MarkyMayhem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkyMayhem)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-new-ignition-parts-drove-all-day-now-no-start-no-spark/114564 "2018-03-28T17:15:49Z")
I’ve posted about this car a fair bit. It was having some rough start issues in the damp before I parked it for about a month. It’s been damp out for days. Crank no start this morning. A distributor cap & rotor, wire… --- ## [2010 Hyundai Sonata front suspension rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-sonata-front-suspension-rattle/114588)
**Author:** [@FrankCortese](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankCortese)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-sonata-front-suspension-rattle/114588 "2018-03-28T16:33:56Z")
My car has developed a rattle noise coming from the front suspension. I heard that it is due to a small plastic piece that was not installed on the assembly line. I went to the dealer yesterday but they were adamant tha… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Impala lifter noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-lifter-noise/114586)
**Author:** [@demetriuskattes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/demetriuskattes)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-impala-lifter-noise/114586 "2018-03-28T14:40:04Z")
lifter noise and numbers 1& 2 cyls air escapes into intake ports and all the intake ports are half clean and half dirty --- ## [New Rotors and Calipers Already Rusted in 2007 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rotors-and-calipers-already-rusted-in-2007-honda-accord/114242)
**Author:** [@JuditaCosgrove](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuditaCosgrove)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-rotors-and-calipers-already-rusted-in-2007-honda-accord/114242 "2018-03-28T14:47:40Z")
Hello. We just had rear brake rotors and calipers installed on our Honda. They ary are completely rusted one day after installation. I believe these might be used parts. Is this normal for them to be like this? --- ## [2009 Buick LaCrosse warranty worthwhile?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-buick-lacrosse-warranty-worthwhile/114418)
**Author:** [@ValerieAnnison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ValerieAnnison)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-buick-lacrosse-warranty-worthwhile/114418 "2018-03-28T14:41:52Z")
I purchased a used 2009 Buick LaCrosse CXL at a dealership yesterday. They talked me into buying a 6yr/60,000 mile warranty for $2750 and Wheel & tire protection for $700. Was it a bad decision, or should I try to cancel… --- ## [Car will lose acceleration while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-lose-acceleration-while-driving/114554)
**Author:** [@pandyBear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pandyBear)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-lose-acceleration-while-driving/114554 "2018-03-28T14:23:43Z")
I know this is a massive wall of text but I’m trying to not leave any details out because I am well aware how much of a pain diagnosing a car can be, so please bear with me. I drive a '01 Honda Civic lx automatic with 1… --- ## [1984 Dodge D150 squirting gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-dodge-d150-squirting-gas/114525)
**Author:** [@peterpinsonneault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peterpinsonneault)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-dodge-d150-squirting-gas/114525 "2018-03-28T14:09:09Z")
the carb is squirting gass out of the top when it starts and runs how do i fix that? --- ## [ATF in motor oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-in-motor-oil/114534)
**Author:** [@James\_Jensen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James_Jensen)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/atf-in-motor-oil/114534 "2018-03-28T14:05:00Z")
Accidentally added about 4 tblsp to my motor oil , and I’m concerned if I should be able to run it or to have it sit till oil change --- ## [How long should it take to replace these parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-it-take-to-replace-these-parts/114546)
**Author:** [@NiaCas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NiaCas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-it-take-to-replace-these-parts/114546 "2018-03-28T12:24:41Z")
Hi all! \[Insert Newb Disclaimer Here\] Car is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata I was having some car trouble, so I took my car to a mechanic, and in addition to diagnosing the problems I had, he did a “complimentary vehicle inspect… --- ## [New ? On old car - temp gauge & idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-on-old-car-temp-gauge-idle/113771)
**Author:** [@MarkyMayhem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkyMayhem)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-on-old-car-temp-gauge-idle/113771 "2018-03-28T11:52:22Z")
Hello all! Asked about my 1992 paseo weird temp issue recently. No work has been done, I’ve been driving a new(er) car the last 3 weeks. Today went to get a run in, knock the rust off the discs etc & went around the bl… --- ## [2006 Toyota Tacoma rim paint recall?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-rim-paint-recall/114508)
**Author:** [@StevePetty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StevePetty)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-rim-paint-recall/114508 "2018-03-28T04:48:21Z")
Is there a recall for my rims paint bubbling? --- ## [Can't get radiator drain plug back in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-radiator-drain-plug-back-in/114487)
**Author:** [@John02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John02)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-get-radiator-drain-plug-back-in/114487 "2018-03-28T03:42:57Z")
I pulled the drain plug or petcock valve out of the radiator in my 2007 Charger so that it would drain faster. I can’t seem to get the threads to catch when I try screwing it back in. There’s no obvious damage. They feel… --- ## [Thumping at low speeds after driving on highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-at-low-speeds-after-driving-on-highway/114476)
**Author:** [@Catherine\_Bergeron-Radoux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Catherine_Bergeron-Radoux)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-at-low-speeds-after-driving-on-highway/114476 "2018-03-28T03:02:45Z")
I have thumping in what seems to be coming from the front end of my 2009 Subaru Impreza when I turn at low speeds. Thump thump thump as though maybe there’s something unstable mechanically. I’ve brought it twice to the … --- ## [After New Fuel Pump Install - Car Dies in DRIVE After 20sec](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-new-fuel-pump-install-car-dies-in-drive-after-20sec/112085)
**Author:** [@Sekel00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sekel00)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-new-fuel-pump-install-car-dies-in-drive-after-20sec/112085 "2018-03-28T02:39:30Z")
Hello everyone! Thank you in advance for your time and any help. First time posting. I have a 2000 Ford Focus SE, L4 2.0L SOHC 8V SPI. I recently had a “turn/no-start” scenario with my engine. I checked the battery, th… --- ## [2004 Buick Century erratic hard shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-century-erratic-hard-shifting/114541)
**Author:** [@Dan21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan21)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-century-erratic-hard-shifting/114541 "2018-03-28T01:32:18Z")
I experience erratic hard shifting on my 2004 Buick Century. It has around 120,000 miles with no prior repairs on the transmission. No leakage. The hard shifting seems to occur after the car idles for a long time, especi… --- ## [2006 Ford Ranger constant CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-ranger-constant-cel/114545)
**Author:** [@Leo03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leo03)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-ranger-constant-cel/114545 "2018-03-28T01:29:00Z")
constant ‘engine’ light???causes and cures --- ## [2004 Mitsubishi Lancer temp gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-lancer-temp-gauge/114550)
**Author:** [@Levi36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Levi36)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-lancer-temp-gauge/114550 "2018-03-28T01:25:52Z")
Recently had the radiator, thermostat, and water pump replaced. But I’ve now noticed that when I’ve driven for around 10 minutes or so the temperature gauge will start to go up when the car idles (at a stop sign, red lig… --- ## [2013 Ford Van mystery problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-van-mystery-problem/114486)
**Author:** [@GeorgeAbercromby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgeAbercromby)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-van-mystery-problem/114486 "2018-03-28T01:22:05Z")
I took my van into get serviced. During service my battey light came on .it past it’s m.o.t. but was told I need we starter motor and altinator. I took it to another garage who said he had put an ti altinator in and tha… --- ## [Bad Coil pack replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-coil-pack-replacement/112324)
**Author:** [@Billyraytuck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Billyraytuck)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2018, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-coil-pack-replacement/112324 "2018-03-28T01:16:16Z")
My 2009 chevy aveo engine seems to be misfiring. I get a P0300 obd2 code (random multiple misfire). It runs rough, and the check engine light flashes. I had the spark plugs replaced - did not help. I just put in a new co… --- ## [Volt Gauge Fluctuating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volt-gauge-fluctuating/88188)
**Author:** [@PapaScott1972](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PapaScott1972)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volt-gauge-fluctuating/88188 "2018-03-27T21:47:43Z")
I recently had some issues getting my 2000 Blazer LS started. It would act as though the battery was dying. But if I let it set a few moments, it would start right up. Then a couple days later, I needed a jump start to g… --- ## [Honda Civic 2008 Ventilation Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2008-ventilation-problem/114520)
**Author:** [@Joanick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joanick)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-2008-ventilation-problem/114520 "2018-03-27T21:03:10Z")
My car has an odd problem where if i start put the contact, my ventilation will come out. However, sometimes, I will have no control over it (heat/cold, where it comes out, flow of it). The green LEDs of the ventilation … --- ## [Moisture in engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moisture-in-engine/77105)
**Author:** [@Colt4545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colt4545)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moisture-in-engine/77105 "2018-03-27T21:00:55Z")
I have a 2001 BMW 325i. A few weeks ago I noticed creamy sludge under my oil cap. My first thought was a head gasket, but it's not overheating and the heat works great in the car. I'm not blowing white smoke when the car… --- ## [2009 Pontiac Vibe heat shield loose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-vibe-heat-shield-loose/114491)
**Author:** [@MichaelDNewman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelDNewman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-vibe-heat-shield-loose/114491 "2018-03-27T20:15:37Z")
Heat shield above catalytic converter loose and vibrating. How much should I pay for repair? --- ## [1991 F150 Weird electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-f150-weird-electrical-problem/112673)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Wretzel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Wretzel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-f150-weird-electrical-problem/112673 "2018-03-27T19:03:45Z")
For several years now, this F150 has an electrical issues in the winter months. What happens is that when I start the truck, the accessories (radio, air, windshield wipers, turn signals) will not work for awhile, but wil… --- ## [2017 Ford Escape noisy motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-noisy-motor/114518)
**Author:** [@Larry34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larry34)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-escape-noisy-motor/114518 "2018-03-27T17:28:10Z")
My 2017 Escape mother sounds like a diesel motor. Loud, also grinding sound. As anyone have this same issue? --- ## [Can i just gravity bleed my clutch if I am by myself](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-just-gravity-bleed-my-clutch-if-i-am-by-myself/114133)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-just-gravity-bleed-my-clutch-if-i-am-by-myself/114133 "2018-03-27T16:55:23Z")
If I don’t touch the clutch pedal, and just open and fill the reservoir with new clean fluid, then go down and open the bleeder at the slave and do nothing else except keep the reservoir filled …will this work or not? I … --- ## [Timing Belt for 2004 VW Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-for-2004-vw-jetta/22203)
**Author:** [@cjconn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cjconn)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-for-2004-vw-jetta/22203 "2018-03-27T16:10:35Z")
My dealer repairperson tells me that at 90,000 I need to have the timing belt changed on my 2004 Jetta...costing "about $1,000." Can anyone tell me if this is necessary? Thanks! --- ## [Flat towing 1994 Toyota Pickup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-towing-1994-toyota-pickup/114466)
**Author:** [@RonWalton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonWalton)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2018, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-towing-1994-toyota-pickup/114466 "2018-03-27T15:48:45Z")
I want to flat tow my 4wd pickup 1994 and understand no damage will be done to my transmisson if both front and back are placed in nuetral [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=898) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=900)