# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=907 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 908 --- ## [2007 Chevrolet HHR no sound from speakers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-no-sound-from-speakers/113895)
**Author:** [@lobban](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lobban)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-no-sound-from-speakers/113895 "2018-03-18T19:39:15Z")
radio works but not any sound, do i need speckers? --- ## [2000 Pontiac Grand Prix electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-prix-electrical-issues/113851)
**Author:** [@Brice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brice)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-prix-electrical-issues/113851 "2018-03-18T19:36:14Z")
During recent cold weather, I turned on the fan (climate control), and it started making a clicking noise under the hood. I tracked that down to the passenger side fan that is mounted on the radiator. The sound was som… --- ## [Water Pump, Head gasket, or did I just do something dumb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-head-gasket-or-did-i-just-do-something-dumb/113841)
**Author:** [@ImSoCavalier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ImSoCavalier)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-head-gasket-or-did-i-just-do-something-dumb/113841 "2018-03-18T18:58:11Z")
Ok, so I’ve had this Cavalier ('97 z24 manual) for a couple years and it’s been a good running car for the most part but there’s some mysteries I’m trying to solve lately. For one, it doesn’t keep coolant in it. It star… --- ## [2007 Ford Edge power steering hoses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-edge-power-steering-hoses/113925)
**Author:** [@ScottRidgely](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottRidgely)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-edge-power-steering-hoses/113925 "2018-03-18T18:53:52Z")
how to fix power steering hoses or pump --- ## [Car cranking problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cranking-problems/113901)
**Author:** [@Greg\_G](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greg_G)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cranking-problems/113901 "2018-03-18T18:50:55Z")
I have starting issues at times. It’s really hard to explain exactly what it is but I’m going to try my best. In the mornings, my very first time starting the car for the day is perfectly fine, no issues whatsoever. Afte… --- ## [1997 Nissan Pathfinder engine makes a noise after car's turned off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-pathfinder-engine-makes-a-noise-after-cars-turned-off/113854)
**Author:** [@Hamletganja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hamletganja)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-pathfinder-engine-makes-a-noise-after-cars-turned-off/113854 "2018-03-18T18:43:05Z")
have a noise coming from engine after the car is off. it stays on until battery is dead --- ## [2010 Dodge Grand Caravan brake bleeding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-grand-caravan-brake-bleeding/113859)
**Author:** [@Rance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rance)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-grand-caravan-brake-bleeding/113859 "2018-03-18T17:07:17Z")
when changing brake pads should the bleeder be cracked open to allow the fluid to bleed off when pushing the piston in for the new pads? avoiding damage to ABS? --- ## [Ticking sound in 2006 Pontiac Torrent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-sound-in-2006-pontiac-torrent/113917)
**Author:** [@Heather46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Heather46)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-sound-in-2006-pontiac-torrent/113917 "2018-03-18T15:40:13Z")
Ticking sound coming from motor …gets faster and louder when accelerating! --- ## [AWD carrier bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-carrier-bearing/113893)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-carrier-bearing/113893 "2018-03-18T01:32:27Z")
Got an AWD vue with worn carrier bearing. Does driveshaft turn during typical, dry pavement use? Seller said it vibrated when driven. Always? Or when AWD kicks in? I removed shaft today. Yes, it has a very sloppy rubber … --- ## [2000 Chevrolet Corvette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-corvette/113871)
**Author:** [@dickdescoteau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dickdescoteau)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevrolet-corvette/113871 "2018-03-18T14:21:09Z")
headlight cover grinding when closing --- ## [Oil change interval for a 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 I'm not driving much](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-interval-for-a-2008-gmc-sierra-1500-im-not-driving-much/113915)
**Author:** [@Cog29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cog29)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-interval-for-a-2008-gmc-sierra-1500-im-not-driving-much/113915 "2018-03-18T14:15:59Z")
How long can I go without oil change if I am not putting miles on the vehicle? --- ## [2012 Dodge Charger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-charger/113845)
**Author:** [@VirtoDoss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VirtoDoss)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 1:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-charger/113845 "2018-03-18T13:36:48Z")
noisy injectors sound likes valve seats or lifters. any one else with his problem or fix? --- ## [2006 Dodge Charger engine knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-charger-engine-knocking/113825)
**Author:** [@Roland52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roland52)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-charger-engine-knocking/113825 "2018-03-18T13:29:53Z")
Does anyone have problems with the engine knocking. 5.7 hemi --- ## [Cheepy tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheepy-tires/113846)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheepy-tires/113846 "2018-03-18T12:23:38Z")
Anybody know the relative merits of Douglas (Walmart) versus Sentinel (Discount tires) tire brands? --- ## [1997 Toyota RAV4 struts and "wingnut" question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-struts-and-wingnut-question/113867)
**Author:** [@BobCooke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobCooke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 11:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-toyota-rav4-struts-and-wingnut-question/113867 "2018-03-18T11:08:03Z")
Thinking about what i might do with a broken front left strut; and should i replace both fronts. or just the broken one…or all 4…they’ve never been done… 2 used front ones from my local wrecker will cost $100 apiece, co… --- ## [2014 Nissan Altima squeaking brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-altima-squeaking-brakes/113892)
**Author:** [@SharonRupp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SharonRupp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 8:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-altima-squeaking-brakes/113892 "2018-03-18T08:21:48Z")
Dear Car Talk - I have a 2014 Nissan Altima that has developed high pitched squeaky brakes. Evidently this has been a huge problem with this vehicle with apparently no solution - according to the dealer. Multiple comp… --- ## [2007 Dodge Ram 1500 steering problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-steering-problems/113906)
**Author:** [@AlanRhoades](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlanRhoades)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 8:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-steering-problems/113906 "2018-03-18T08:41:17Z")
We own a 2007 Ram 1500 (4.7L) I have found if I turn this vehicle in a hard right turn, all the way to lock, the steering does not try to return to center. If you don’t pull it back it will just go around in a circle. I … --- ## [2000 Kia Sephia stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-kia-sephia-stalls/113863)
**Author:** [@LionelJayatilaka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LionelJayatilaka)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-kia-sephia-stalls/113863 "2018-03-18T05:51:28Z")
about five minutes after starts and driving rpm drops and engine stops --- ## [Cant Remove Hub Caps. Lost Wheel Lock Key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-remove-hub-caps-lost-wheel-lock-key/100483)
**Author:** [@drchristopherward](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drchristopherward)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-remove-hub-caps-lost-wheel-lock-key/100483 "2018-03-18T04:32:48Z")
--- ## [2015 Chevrolet Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu/113849)
**Author:** [@Roland06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roland06)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-malibu/113849 "2018-03-17T00:14:09Z")
Oil pan sensor on even after oil change. When the Chevy Technician checked he experienced that the vehicle attempt to start. He found that while leaning on battery fuse block starter would engage to start vehicle. --- ## [2012 Kia Forte](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-forte/113882)
**Author:** [@CarlMills](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlMills)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-forte/113882 "2018-03-18T02:08:09Z")
do airbags and seat belts work in 2012 kia forte SX --- ## [Directional turns wipers on, 98 Ram](https://community.cartalk.com/t/directional-turns-wipers-on-98-ram/36754)
**Author:** [@Dalusk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dalusk)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/directional-turns-wipers-on-98-ram/36754 "2018-03-18T00:42:12Z")
When I put the left directional on the windshield wipers come on. Only the left. I replaced the multifunction switch and it still does it. I also cleaned up all of the battery connections. A dealer suggested I make sure … --- ## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu low beam light goes out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-low-beam-light-goes-out/113814)
**Author:** [@KieshaChristy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KieshaChristy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-low-beam-light-goes-out/113814 "2018-03-18T00:37:54Z")
My passenger front low beam light keeps going out. I had the connector changed but my light bulb still goes out so I decided to hit the hood and it popped on. I’m wondering what will fix that --- ## [Timing Belt Interval for 2014 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-interval-for-2014-honda-accord/113790)
**Author:** [@william09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/william09)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-interval-for-2014-honda-accord/113790 "2018-03-18T00:05:20Z")
2014 honda accord 2.4L 4 CYL. am having a hard time getting a straightanswer on timing belt interval. at 51,000 easy mi now and super diligent on oil changes and all maintenance why do they not print this clearly in the … --- ## [2002 Ford Windstar engine life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-windstar-engine-life/113698)
**Author:** [@BANJOE55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BANJOE55)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2018, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-windstar-engine-life/113698 "2018-03-18T00:02:14Z")
I have the 3.8 in engine. It has 160,000 miles on it. It seems to run fine with these motors known for up to 200,000 or more? --- ## [2004 Audi A4 screen flashing, won't move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-audi-a4-screen-flashing-wont-move/113811)
**Author:** [@claridgesilomba](https://community.cartalk.com/u/claridgesilomba)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-audi-a4-screen-flashing-wont-move/113811 "2018-03-17T23:58:34Z")
screen flashing when you start engine and engine in either drive or reverse gear vehicle unable to move --- ## [2013 Acura ILX Hybrid interior lights and locks issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-acura-ilx-hybrid-interior-lights-and-locks-issue/113836)
**Author:** [@Alan45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alan45)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-acura-ilx-hybrid-interior-lights-and-locks-issue/113836 "2018-03-17T23:29:37Z")
Why are my interior lights going on and doors are getting unlocked on occasion --- ## [2005 Toyota Prius cruise control not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-prius-cruise-control-not-working/113798)
**Author:** [@Jackfrost19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jackfrost19)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-prius-cruise-control-not-working/113798 "2018-03-17T23:29:13Z")
Cruise control not working --- ## [2003 Buick Rendezvous leaking antifreeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-rendezvous-leaking-antifreeze/113762)
**Author:** [@lindajohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lindajohnson)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-buick-rendezvous-leaking-antifreeze/113762 "2018-03-17T23:26:25Z")
antifreeze is leaking green all over car and on ground passenger right front --- ## [2012 Kia Forte Koup makes creaking noise at slow speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-forte-koup-makes-creaking-noise-at-slow-speeds/113801)
**Author:** [@Charlie2018](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Charlie2018)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2018, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-forte-koup-makes-creaking-noise-at-slow-speeds/113801 "2018-03-17T23:19:52Z")
My car is making a creaking noise at slow speeds (~less than 10 mph) and goes away. Not sure what this could be. What should I check for rubbing/check for lack of lubrication? Similar post to old post: Car creaking duri… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=906) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=908)