# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=905 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 906 --- ## [2011 Jeep Liberty ticking engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-liberty-ticking-engine/114006)
**Author:** [@katieriegelman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katieriegelman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-liberty-ticking-engine/114006 "2018-03-20T20:15:02Z")
I have a ticking in the engine, no one seems to know what it is…related to oil? Thanks --- ## [2005 Ford Focus stinks like fish](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-stinks-like-fish/114070)
**Author:** [@DeniseLewis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeniseLewis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-stinks-like-fish/114070 "2018-03-20T20:03:20Z")
My ford galaxy has just started to smell of fish. I have cleaned it thoroughly and it is immaculate. But stinks. --- ## [2008 Lexus RX 350 trim came off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lexus-rx-350-trim-came-off/114066)
**Author:** [@studer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/studer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lexus-rx-350-trim-came-off/114066 "2018-03-20T19:34:11Z")
trim rear quarter window driver side came off --- ## [2009 Chevrolet Aveo lights & gauges quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-aveo-lights-gauges-quit/113989)
**Author:** [@tammy28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tammy28)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-aveo-lights-gauges-quit/113989 "2018-03-20T18:01:34Z")
brake lights, radio, gauges, and rear defroster quit working, what is causing this and how do i fix --- ## [2012 Cadillac SRX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-cadillac-srx/114034)
**Author:** [@Ron50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron50)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-cadillac-srx/114034 "2018-03-20T17:52:16Z")
Driving down the road without notice air quits then radio quits then whole instrument panel lights up and everything quits, but engine is still running. After a minute or two everything comes back on and all is well. Hap… --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander with disabled calipers on disc brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-with-disabled-calipers-on-disc-brake/113950)
**Author:** [@PeterJamieson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterJamieson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-with-disabled-calipers-on-disc-brake/113950 "2018-03-20T17:48:48Z")
Is it possible for a mechanic, while installing a new tire, to disable the calipers on a disc break to cause the pad to be stuck, constantly rubbing and burning up the pad? --- ## [2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser ABS light is on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-pt-cruiser-abs-light-is-on/114062)
**Author:** [@Kristy50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kristy50)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-pt-cruiser-abs-light-is-on/114062 "2018-03-20T16:50:54Z")
I got into my car and hear I ding sound when I look down thinking its my seat belt. I see that my trac light has flip its self to off and my abs light is on. What could this be? I replace the belts yesterday and one of t… --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander timing belt question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-timing-belt-question/114025)
**Author:** [@BillBarkley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillBarkley)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-timing-belt-question/114025 "2018-03-20T16:28:34Z")
Dear Ray, In your 3-18-18 column you said that the replacement of a timing belt was relatively inexpensive and could be replaced in an hour or so. Last November, at 150,000 miles (I know – risky) for a cost of near $1,… --- ## [Changing spark plugs on a 2008 Mercury Sable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-spark-plugs-on-a-2008-mercury-sable/114058)
**Author:** [@bobc2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobc2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-spark-plugs-on-a-2008-mercury-sable/114058 "2018-03-20T15:28:54Z")
It’s time to change the spark plugs on my 2008 Mercury Sable. Since you have to remove the intake manifold are there any other parts that should be replaced while it is removed? --- ## [Old tires dates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-tires-dates/113933)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-tires-dates/113933 "2018-03-20T15:25:22Z")
I am trying to figure out the age of a deep-tread tire that looks good in a used vehicle. The DOT number series ends in CBC 179 (Bridgestone). As I understand things, since this is a 1999 car, the tire was manufactu… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Pickup lubrication problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-pickup-lubrication-problems/114057)
**Author:** [@jeannotfchenard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeannotfchenard)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 3:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-pickup-lubrication-problems/114057 "2018-03-20T15:17:23Z")
does the GM 5.3 engine have lubrication problems at the valve area? --- ## [Rhythmic thumping noise when car's moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rhythmic-thumping-noise-when-cars-moving/79740)
**Author:** [@dougeefresh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dougeefresh)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rhythmic-thumping-noise-when-cars-moving/79740 "2018-03-20T14:58:44Z")
Hello, I have started hearing faint thumping noise in my Murano, coming from the front most likely. It sounds as if I have a bold spot on a tire and is very faint. I can also feel it faintly through the steering wheel. I… --- ## [1999 Chevrolet Tahoe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe/114037)
**Author:** [@TerryKeeble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TerryKeeble)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-tahoe/114037 "2018-03-20T14:58:37Z")
May 1999 I bought myself a retirement gift; a new 1999 5.7 L 4WD Tahoe. Approximately 3 years ago the check engine light came on. A friends small computer showed I need to replace the right side catalyic converter. Ma… --- ## [2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-leak/114023)
**Author:** [@Halstead\_Kirk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Halstead_Kirk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-leak/114023 "2018-03-20T14:53:34Z")
PT has developed a leak that flows into the passenger side footwell, and then into the rear footwell. Many attempts to fix to no avail. --- ## [2001 Buick LeSabre dies shortly after start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-lesabre-dies-shortly-after-start/113935)
**Author:** [@shawnmcintyre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shawnmcintyre)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-lesabre-dies-shortly-after-start/113935 "2018-03-20T13:02:00Z")
driving and engine dies 2001 lesabre.try to start and fires but dies right out. so far eventually it starts back up. --- ## [2019 Ford Escape TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-escape-tpms/114042)
**Author:** [@JohnTroyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnTroyer)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 12:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-escape-tpms/114042 "2018-03-20T12:50:28Z")
My TPMS light came on, and I took the car to the tire shop to check and correct the tire pressures. They did and the TPMS light went out for a couple of days. When it came back on, I checked the tire pressures my self.… --- ## [2004 Toyota Corolla oxygen sensor fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-corolla-oxygen-sensor-fix/114008)
**Author:** [@JessicaHopcraft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JessicaHopcraft)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 6:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-corolla-oxygen-sensor-fix/114008 "2018-03-20T06:45:59Z")
I drive a Toyota Corolla S 2004 and its at about 275000 km. About a month go the engine light came on and when I had it checked the mechanic told me it was the oxygen sensor. at the time he gave me a quote of $350 to fix… --- ## [Alignment Conundrum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-conundrum/114001)
**Author:** [@Stegy\_Frany](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stegy_Frany)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-conundrum/114001 "2018-03-20T04:27:01Z")
So, I take my car to one of the 5 star rated mechanic’s places here on the website. Also independently recommended by friends too, so I’m pretty sure they’re really good folks. Last time I was in, they checked the alignm… --- ## [2012 Jeep Compass muffler question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-compass-muffler-question/114039)
**Author:** [@FrankRoesch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankRoesch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-compass-muffler-question/114039 "2018-03-20T02:38:35Z")
This concerns a suddenly loud car. When looking up at the muffler from below, a hole is visible. This is not a rusted muffler hole, but more like a small 1/4 inch mount for something? Should this muffler have some kind… --- ## [Sunroof Lubricant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunroof-lubricant/114040)
**Author:** [@thurman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thurman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2018, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunroof-lubricant/114040 "2018-03-20T01:57:09Z")
What should I lubricant the tracks with. --- ## [2006 Toyota RAV4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-rav4/114030)
**Author:** [@Kanashia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kanashia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-rav4/114030 "2018-03-19T23:35:06Z")
Tire pressure light won’t go off and I just got my bad tires changed to brand new ones. Not too familiar with cars and I’m still learning. Tires are good on air I do know that. What else should I look for? --- ## [Jolting 2007 Buick LaCrosse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jolting-2007-buick-lacrosse/113995)
**Author:** [@Ron23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron23)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jolting-2007-buick-lacrosse/113995 "2018-03-19T22:54:46Z")
Ray, I have a real intermittent problem. From time to time, like once every two months or twice a week, the car will give a jolt as if the transmission just engaged or you “popped the clutch”…which is hard to do on an … --- ## [1995 Mazda B2300 stuck spark plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-b2300-stuck-spark-plug/113910)
**Author:** [@Keith05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith05)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-mazda-b2300-stuck-spark-plug/113910 "2018-03-19T22:11:12Z")
I have a spark plug on the passenger side of cylinder #1 that broke off. I managed to get the ceramic out and blow/vacuum out debris that fell into the bore. However the threaded part of the plug is still ceased in the p… --- ## [Squealing sound? More info in description](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-sound-more-info-in-description/114020)
**Author:** [@Kendra\_Allan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kendra_Allan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-sound-more-info-in-description/114020 "2018-03-19T21:55:49Z")
Hey guys! So I own a 2002 Mazda Protege and I’ve notice a loud squealing noise. It doesn’t squeal when I start up, in fact the car starts up just fine. But, sometimes, it will start squealing when I start to drive. It’s… --- ## [1999 Dodge Durango won't move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-durango-wont-move/113942)
**Author:** [@JohnLilley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnLilley)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-durango-wont-move/113942 "2018-03-19T21:46:14Z")
picked the car up used toed it home was told it needed a brake line. It starts up and runs great just won’t move in any gear. but if you put it in gear and push on the windshield washer knob it will go. any ideas please … --- ## [2013 MINI Cooper S Countryman clutch complaint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mini-cooper-s-countryman-clutch-complaint/113971)
**Author:** [@Terel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mini-cooper-s-countryman-clutch-complaint/113971 "2018-03-19T21:44:16Z")
Why is my clutch so lame? I can barely feel the bite point. Makes it very annoying to drive, especially since the throttle isn’t great, either. MINI base’s setup was much better. --- ## [2005 Ford Taurus loose steering wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-taurus-loose-steering-wheel/113880)
**Author:** [@PhilSpinka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilSpinka)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-taurus-loose-steering-wheel/113880 "2018-03-19T21:41:20Z")
Has anyone experienced a problem with a loose feeling steering wheel with this car? It just started a few months ago. --- ## [2000 Nissan Quest will no longer go forward or reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-quest-will-no-longer-go-forward-or-reverse/113945)
**Author:** [@ArthurMeseberg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArthurMeseberg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-quest-will-no-longer-go-forward-or-reverse/113945 "2018-03-19T21:30:16Z")
2000 QXE-Quest transmission made a popping sound when backing up, and will no longer go forward or reverse. Parking paw works fine and fluid is clean and red. 139K miles, but never abused. Maybe a snap ring popped off o… --- ## [2015 Ford Escape Breeze on the Knees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-breeze-on-the-knees/113887)
**Author:** [@Nolan\_Janet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nolan_Janet)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-breeze-on-the-knees/113887 "2018-03-19T21:17:00Z")
Cool air coming from the steering column.freezing my knees --- ## [1999 Honda Accord with leaking battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-with-leaking-battery/113948)
**Author:** [@Howard55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Howard55)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2018, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-with-leaking-battery/113948 "2018-03-19T20:55:57Z")
i have a 99 honda accord. ive replaced battery and terminals because of a leaking battery. i have power there to the fusebox under the hood but nothing inside the car. the clock, inside lights, and anything else inside d… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=904) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=906)