# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=909 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 910 --- ## [2004 Subaru legacy gasket issues - chances that Subaru will pay for it? I can't afford too!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-legacy-gasket-issues-chances-that-subaru-will-pay-for-it-i-cant-afford-too/83514)
**Author:** [@eelise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eelise)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2014, 8:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-legacy-gasket-issues-chances-that-subaru-will-pay-for-it-i-cant-afford-too/83514 "2014-02-26T08:51:31Z")
HI There, I have a lovely Subaru...I do love my car and I truly love Subarus- but i have recently discovered this little problem they seem to have. My car only has 50,000 miles on it. I do get it fairly regularly oil cha… --- ## [Was handed the keys to my malfunctioning car, we can't fix it. HELP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-handed-the-keys-to-my-malfunctioning-car-we-cant-fix-it-help/113739)
**Author:** [@RugbysMom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RugbysMom)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-handed-the-keys-to-my-malfunctioning-car-we-cant-fix-it-help/113739 "2018-03-16T09:45:42Z")
2013 Elantra with 99,250 miles on it 750 miles to go on the warranty. From 88,000 miles and forward the car at 35-40 mph will misbehave on occasion. RPMs will race (go vrrrroommm), the car loses acceleration does a lit… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport starts loud](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-starts-loud/113754)
**Author:** [@Gerald27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gerald27)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-starts-loud/113754 "2018-03-16T01:53:58Z")
When I start my car it is loud but after a couple on minutes it quiet’s down could you tell me why --- ## [2018 Volkswagen Atlas rattles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-volkswagen-atlas-rattles/113700)
**Author:** [@JeffWalters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeffWalters)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-volkswagen-atlas-rattles/113700 "2018-03-16T01:30:28Z")
My new 2018 Atlas makes a rattling noise from the rear car area. I can’t identify the issue. Any suggestions? --- ## [Terracan pressure in expansion bottle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terracan-pressure-in-expansion-bottle/113615)
**Author:** [@Pdamo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pdamo)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terracan-pressure-in-expansion-bottle/113615 "2018-03-16T01:17:08Z")
Guys I am confused with the following issue . When I drive the Terracan it pushes air into the expansion bottle along with coolant .There is no overheating on the vehicle and it reaches normal temperature.The expansion … --- ## [2016 Toyota Highlander service schedule?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-highlander-service-schedule/113677)
**Author:** [@DOMINGOMOJICA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DOMINGOMOJICA)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-highlander-service-schedule/113677 "2018-03-16T00:51:33Z")
I drive a Toyota Highlander 2016 gas engine in New York City for uber, my mechanic recommended to change the oil every 5,000 miles even though is a synthetic oil Mobil 1, the car’s manual said every 10,000 miles…who’s ri… --- ## [Wheel, Gas and Brake Pedal Stiffness](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-gas-and-brake-pedal-stiffness/113774)
**Author:** [@rcart17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rcart17)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2018, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-gas-and-brake-pedal-stiffness/113774 "2018-03-16T00:39:49Z")
For the past few months my wheel, gas and brake pedal have been stiffer than usual. When I put my foot on the pedals they still work but they don’t go down as far as they normally do and it is harder to push them down a… --- ## [Bad rubber on 1978 Ford F250](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-rubber-on-1978-ford-f250/113773)
**Author:** [@joe33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joe33)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-rubber-on-1978-ford-f250/113773 "2018-03-15T23:57:34Z")
vehicle needs all rubber replaced for gas lines ,neck, vent as well as gas tank gaskets. also has a fuel delivery problem. vapor locking. gets hot and won’t start. also maybe aftermarket gas gauge or replace 2 old ones t… --- ## [2007 Mazda Mazda3 PCV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-mazda3-pcv/113706)
**Author:** [@Andrew05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew05)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mazda-mazda3-pcv/113706 "2018-03-15T23:44:39Z")
How do you get to and change a PCV part on a 2007 Mazda 3i?? The PCV seems to be located underneath the 4 exhaust pipe manifold. I can’t even see it. Much I remove the exhaust manifold pipes to get the PCV or is there a… --- ## [2011 Honda Civic broken axle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-civic-broken-axle/113757)
**Author:** [@SarangSheth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SarangSheth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-civic-broken-axle/113757 "2018-03-15T22:30:22Z")
Is it common to brake Axle? or is there any chances to brake while replacing whole breaks(front wheels)? I did my inspection and emissions last week @ J L Freed. They were some recommendation about brake replacement. I… --- ## [2013 Ford Escape cruise control quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-cruise-control-quit/113721)
**Author:** [@barbara26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/barbara26)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-cruise-control-quit/113721 "2018-03-15T22:15:24Z")
My cruise control just stopped working - possible causes --- ## [2017 Nissan Pickup wind noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pickup-wind-noise/113759)
**Author:** [@Laurabruce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laurabruce)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-pickup-wind-noise/113759 "2018-03-15T21:41:38Z")
Anyone else heard the wind noise when driving this car --- ## [1987 Toyota Pickup rear brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-pickup-rear-brake-issue/113745)
**Author:** [@BillAdams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillAdams)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-pickup-rear-brake-issue/113745 "2018-03-15T20:47:33Z")
What can you do about the rear break compensating device. Mine doesn’t function well and the brakes will grab. --- ## [Astro Van won't start in or after rain/high humidity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/astro-van-wont-start-in-or-after-rain-high-humidity/10879)
**Author:** [@llulua](https://community.cartalk.com/u/llulua)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/astro-van-wont-start-in-or-after-rain-high-humidity/10879 "2018-03-15T20:43:24Z")
Van has 94K. Check engine light comes and goes. Started having this problem last year. Van ran great. Parked in driveway. Rain started that night. Rain stopped. Came out, van wouldn't start. Just cranked. Three day… --- ## [2000 Toyota 4Runner 4wd problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-4wd-problem/113743)
**Author:** [@MickGillotte](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MickGillotte)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-4wd-problem/113743 "2018-03-15T20:23:28Z")
2000 4Runner wont disengage from 4 wheel drive --- ## [2000 Isuzu Hombre lights and clock go out on start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-hombre-lights-and-clock-go-out-on-start/113752)
**Author:** [@JeffreySlocum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeffreySlocum)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-isuzu-hombre-lights-and-clock-go-out-on-start/113752 "2018-03-15T19:38:18Z")
Occasionally when I try to start the vehicle, everything instantly dies (dome light, digital clock display), and I hear one single click as if battery is completely dead. I gentle shake of the battery restores power and… --- ## [2016 Dodge Ram 1500 belt noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-ram-1500-belt-noise/113749)
**Author:** [@ChipPybas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChipPybas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-ram-1500-belt-noise/113749 "2018-03-15T16:18:36Z")
My belt squeals when I first start my truck on a cold morning. Squeals for short period of time then goes away. 2016 Dodge Ram. Is this bad or do I need to replace belt? --- ## [2002 Chevrolet S-10 transmission question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-s-10-transmission-question/113696)
**Author:** [@jsteigerwald](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsteigerwald)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-s-10-transmission-question/113696 "2018-03-15T16:05:15Z")
what makes the transmission go to high revs when cold, then even out at lower (normal) revs after a short while? --- ## [O2 Downstream Sensor Bad After Catalytic Converter Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-downstream-sensor-bad-after-catalytic-converter-replacement/113735)
**Author:** [@Daniel\_Young](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel_Young)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-downstream-sensor-bad-after-catalytic-converter-replacement/113735 "2018-03-15T15:29:15Z")
So I had my catalytic converter replaced in my car yesterday and that night my engine light comes on again. I took it to AutoZone to get a free engine light inspection and they say that it is the o2 sensor that’s downstr… --- ## [2015 Mitsubishi Outlander 4wd light flashing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-outlander-4wd-light-flashing/113731)
**Author:** [@chethan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chethan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 10:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-outlander-4wd-light-flashing/113731 "2018-03-15T10:04:00Z")
4wd-e lock light flashing --- ## [Brakes malfunction when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-malfunction-when-cold/113704)
**Author:** [@Austin\_II](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Austin_II)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-malfunction-when-cold/113704 "2018-03-15T14:22:31Z")
2016 Sentra. Brake pedal sometimes has to be pushed very hard when first starting in the AM and still barely stop the car. After pumping a couple of times, usually they are OK. Nissan dealer and personal mechanic coul… --- ## [2014 Ford Focus shakes at low speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-focus-shakes-at-low-speeds/113713)
**Author:** [@Lou47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lou47)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-focus-shakes-at-low-speeds/113713 "2018-03-15T13:39:03Z")
My car shakes between 10–25 mph when warmed up at different times. Dealer says this is normal ?? --- ## [Shudder in 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shudder-in-1998-chevrolet-silverado-1500/113487)
**Author:** [@Pearson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pearson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 12:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shudder-in-1998-chevrolet-silverado-1500/113487 "2018-03-15T12:11:48Z")
Truck shudders when braking on down incline --- ## [Water seeps into the 2018 Cadillac XT5 headlight assembly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-seeps-into-the-2018-cadillac-xt5-headlight-assembly/113711)
**Author:** [@Don43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 11:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-seeps-into-the-2018-cadillac-xt5-headlight-assembly/113711 "2018-03-15T11:46:07Z")
Is there a problem with the head lights sealing out water when it rains or going through a car wash? --- ## [2000 Porsche Boxster keyless lock not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-porsche-boxster-keyless-lock-not-working/113729)
**Author:** [@sydjones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sydjones)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-porsche-boxster-keyless-lock-not-working/113729 "2018-03-15T04:38:02Z")
keyless lock does not work, how do you diagnose if it is the alarm control unit? if it is can it be replaced without an expert porsche mechanic? --- ## [Need some ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-ideas/113722)
**Author:** [@FordGirl2918](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FordGirl2918)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 8:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-ideas/113722 "2018-03-15T08:26:33Z")
I have a 2015 Ford focus hatch back. I just recently bought it from a used car dealership. It has about 58,000 miles on it. My problem is when I am at a complete stop, like at a red light, and I go to slowly accelerate t… --- ## [Front collision damage(Solved)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-collision-damage-solved/113672)
**Author:** [@Justsomeguyonline](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justsomeguyonline)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-collision-damage-solved/113672 "2018-03-15T03:33:29Z")
Alright so we are looking at a 2010 ford focus FWD. It was in a frontal collision. The car will turn on, however it wont move. I will pin the image I currently have. What are some of the things that could be wrong here.… --- ## [97 TOYOTA RAV4 - Speedometer off & on - $1200 to repair?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-rav4-speedometer-off-on-1200-to-repair/19675)
**Author:** [@MonicaChicago](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MonicaChicago)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-rav4-speedometer-off-on-1200-to-repair/19675 "2018-03-15T01:43:39Z")
I'm having a very frustrating, $$ problem with the speedometer on my 1997 Toyota RAV 4, 4WD, 45000 miles. It was working fine until 2 years ago, when I drove it from Philadelphia to Chicago. On the 2nd day of the drive… --- ## [2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport life expectancy & maintenance costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-outlander-sport-life-expectancy-maintenance-costs/113684)
**Author:** [@Levi51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Levi51)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mitsubishi-outlander-sport-life-expectancy-maintenance-costs/113684 "2018-03-15T01:27:00Z")
Has 37k miles.wondering if there is any concerns with engine life expectancy and if people run into high expenses with servicing and dealers to work on any problems. --- ## [Wipers, defrost/AC/heater & dash gauges not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wipers-defrost-ac-heater-dash-gauges-not-working/113642)
**Author:** [@BeautifulDisaster002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeautifulDisaster002)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2018, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wipers-defrost-ac-heater-dash-gauges-not-working/113642 "2018-03-15T00:09:11Z")
We hooked up an aftermarket stereo, &have had hell with it. First it was getting no power, then we got the power going but no sound. Now, the instrument gauges, front & rear wipers, defrost & heater/AC aren’t working. We… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=908) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=910)