# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=91 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 92 --- ## [This is why you flush your brake fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-why-you-flush-your-brake-fluid/190772)
**Author:** [@realrobd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/realrobd)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2023, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-why-you-flush-your-brake-fluid/190772 "2023-05-29T17:41:57Z")
48k miles. No hard use and NW Ohio conditions. --- ## [Is my wheel nut sheared off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-wheel-nut-sheared-off/190868)
**Author:** [@bmw320d](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmw320d)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2023, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-wheel-nut-sheared-off/190868 "2023-05-29T17:03:22Z")
Below are a few pictures of where the wheel nut should be but all I see is a dead end. The first picture has the missing nut on the left of the wheel. I imagine a mechanic can fix this easy enough and without too much … --- ## [2015 Kia Soul - What oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-soul-what-oil/190857)
**Author:** [@Don22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don22)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2023, 11:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-soul-what-oil/190857 "2023-05-29T11:12:01Z")
Is synthetic motor oil recommended for a 2015 Kia Sol with 2 L engine? --- ## [Caliper cover does not fit over new brake pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caliper-cover-does-not-fit-over-new-brake-pads/190849)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2023, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caliper-cover-does-not-fit-over-new-brake-pads/190849 "2023-05-28T23:12:17Z")
I was replacing the brake pads on my 2013 mustang gt. I bought generic ceramic pads from advance auto. (Upgrading from previously installed semi metallic ones). I used the same brand for front and rear. The rear pads we… --- ## [2016 Chevy Silverado still has rough idle even after camshaft replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-silverado-still-has-rough-idle-even-after-camshaft-replacement/190652)
**Author:** [@YousefR2007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YousefR2007)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2023, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-silverado-still-has-rough-idle-even-after-camshaft-replacement/190652 "2023-05-28T19:19:21Z")
Hello, Looking for some input here. I have a 2016 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS, 4.3L LV3 V6. It was rough and loud when it idled, so I tore down the engine and found two of the camshaft lobes had been gouged as well as two o… --- ## [Nissan Loose Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-loose-steering/190854)
**Author:** [@olivia.seale55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/olivia.seale55)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2023, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-loose-steering/190854 "2023-05-28T16:43:22Z")
I just got my tie rods replaced (and an alignment done) and all was well. But then the next day the steering started to feel loose (if I let go it moves a little). Also, I felt like I was losing control of the car twice,… --- ## [After radiator replacement, car old took 5ish quarts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-radiator-replacement-car-old-took-5ish-quarts/190843)
**Author:** [@carg618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carg618)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2023, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-radiator-replacement-car-old-took-5ish-quarts/190843 "2023-05-28T16:36:07Z")
Car is a 2000 Toyota Corolla LE The past couple days I changed my radiator and hoses and transmission cooler lines. Everything went great but the car only accepted about 4-5 quarts. The manual says the cars capacity is … --- ## [Oil Change Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-maintenance/190829)
**Author:** [@wpollock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wpollock)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2023, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-maintenance/190829 "2023-05-28T16:14:38Z")
Have always wanted to ask this question. I run the front tires up on these 2"x6" blocks" for accessing the oil pan drain plug and oil filter. Is this too high to raise the front end to get a good drain of the oil from th… --- ## [Oil leak question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-question/190817)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-question/190817 "2023-05-27T23:09:24Z")
A few days ago I had my car’s oil changed at the independent shop I have used for car service for many years. Two days later I found a small amount of oil had leaked onto the garage floor. This car has never leaked or… --- ## [2018 Ford Van - Knock in steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-van-knock-in-steering/190816)
**Author:** [@R10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/R10)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-van-knock-in-steering/190816 "2023-05-27T20:54:17Z")
knock noise in front driver side when reversing and turning wheel all the way --- ## [1993 Chevrolet Astro - Rear brake has an issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-chevrolet-astro-rear-brake-has-an-issue/190834)
**Author:** [@ArtTenbrink](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArtTenbrink)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-chevrolet-astro-rear-brake-has-an-issue/190834 "2023-05-27T19:03:59Z")
Right rear brake hydraulic tubing needs replacement --- ## [Advice on an air mix actuator part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-an-air-mix-actuator-part/190840)
**Author:** [@GMan88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMan88)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 11:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-an-air-mix-actuator-part/190840 "2023-05-27T11:32:57Z")
Hi, I have been trying to find this heater door that will allow my Nissan Maxima’s AC to blow cold air. I have had issues with some ebay dealers. I did notice the seller is highly rated, although interesting they are ad… --- ## [2011 Honda Odyssey - Ran rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-odyssey-ran-rough/190789)
**Author:** [@TL27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TL27)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-odyssey-ran-rough/190789 "2023-05-26T22:47:53Z")
I have owned a 2011 Odyssey for 3 years and started having rough and hesitated acceleration at low speeds. Turns out for about 7 years in a row, the Odyssey’s 3rd cylindar will leak oil around it over time and the oil g… --- ## [2006 Honda Accord Sdn - Seat belt issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-seat-belt-issue/190826)
**Author:** [@Barbara36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbara36)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-seat-belt-issue/190826 "2023-05-26T20:15:37Z")
Seat belts have disengaged after a minor accident. What to do --- ## [Honda Odyssey SRS and OPDS Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-srs-and-opds-codes/190828)
**Author:** [@11tdrummond\_185396](https://community.cartalk.com/u/11tdrummond_185396)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-srs-and-opds-codes/190828 "2023-05-26T14:47:45Z")
So I just bought an '07 Odyssey with a clean title, and the airbag light came on a few weeks later. Initially, I thought the battery might be the issue (because of another code, that I cannot now reproduce) - but that t… --- ## [Is my oil pump failing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-oil-pump-failing/190803)
**Author:** [@sharp.clinton\_185376](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sharp.clinton_185376)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 11:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-oil-pump-failing/190803 "2023-05-26T11:06:49Z")
Hi folks! I feel like I already know the answer to this but I also feel like I could be an idiot. So, I lived in the Benz for a few months. I didn’t drive it but I did run it to charge the battery and use the heater. A… --- ## [Recommendation for used part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendation-for-used-part/190318)
**Author:** [@GMan88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMan88)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendation-for-used-part/190318 "2023-05-26T04:40:56Z")
Hi everyone, I have a 1999 Nissan Maxima SE. I am trying to find a part #2L350-30850. My mechanic used the term “heater motor door” but I’ve seen it listed online as something like “temperature actuator”. Basically mine… --- ## [Do these transmission oil cooling lines need replacing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-these-transmission-oil-cooling-lines-need-replacing/190791)
**Author:** [@carg618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carg618)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-these-transmission-oil-cooling-lines-need-replacing/190791 "2023-05-26T04:22:53Z")
Vehicle is a 2000 Toyota Corolla LE I looked under my car today and notice that the oil cooling lines need replacing. It seems like the first layer of one of the lines is rusted (3rd pic). The wetness you see is just s… --- ## [Premature wear of one spark plug electrode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premature-wear-of-one-spark-plug-electrode/190748)
**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premature-wear-of-one-spark-plug-electrode/190748 "2023-05-26T02:48:59Z")
2007 Nissan Versa DOHC Replaced all 4 spark plugs about 10K miles ago, premium NGK iridium type. Cylinder #2 spark plug center electrode (sparking tip) worn to nothing already (no visible tip of electrode), and bench t… --- ## [2014 Acura TSX Timing Belt Maintenance Reminder, but car has Timing Chain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-acura-tsx-timing-belt-maintenance-reminder-but-car-has-timing-chain/190801)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-acura-tsx-timing-belt-maintenance-reminder-but-car-has-timing-chain/190801 "2023-05-26T00:22:58Z")
I have a 2014 Acura TSX with about 100k miles. It’s the 4 cylinder 2.4 L engine. I believe it’s K24Z3 engine. I got the “4” indication on the maintenance reminder code, “Replace timing belt and inspect water pump”. I’m c… --- ## [94 Mercury Sable - Fan Comes on, Car won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-mercury-sable-fan-comes-on-car-wont-start/76092)
**Author:** [@theprynce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theprynce)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2023, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-mercury-sable-fan-comes-on-car-wont-start/76092 "2023-05-26T00:11:24Z")
In my Sable, when I turn the key just prior to trying to start the engine (I'm not sure what that position is called, but I'm sure ya'll do!) sometimes the fan by the radiator starts. It's blowing hard enough to move my … --- ## [To Perform 'Brake Fluid Exchange'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-perform-brake-fluid-exchange/190797)
**Author:** [@PatSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatSmith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2023, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-perform-brake-fluid-exchange/190797 "2023-05-25T13:33:57Z")
So I went into the Honda dealership, where I bought my car, for the routine Oil Change for my 2018 HondaAccord with 26,693 miles. They said I needed to perform a ‘Break Fluid Exchange’. Isn’t this supposed to be done … --- ## [2017 Toyota Tacoma - Looking for help in Seattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tacoma-looking-for-help-in-seattle/190774)
**Author:** [@Case22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Case22)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2023, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tacoma-looking-for-help-in-seattle/190774 "2023-05-25T13:22:20Z")
Hello, can anyone recorder best auto body repair shop in Seattle or surrounding areas? I need body work done and full inspection after a car accident. Seattle, wa area. Auto body repair and paint.too 3 repair shops budge… --- ## [Transmission Rebuild Features Available In Park Help 2007 Impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rebuild-features-available-in-park-help-2007-impala/190786)
**Author:** [@kewizzle1996](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kewizzle1996)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2023, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rebuild-features-available-in-park-help-2007-impala/190786 "2023-05-24T23:51:56Z")
Issue: I rebuilt my transmission 4T65E in my 2007 Impala. put it back in and put it all back together went to test it out and no crank no start. Noticed it says “features available in park”. No shift indication box on t… --- ## [Subaru no crank no start after shift lock bypass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-no-crank-no-start-after-shift-lock-bypass/190766)
**Author:** [@mineginger\_185347](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mineginger_185347)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2023, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-no-crank-no-start-after-shift-lock-bypass/190766 "2023-05-24T22:03:14Z")
2011, Subaru Legacy, 2.5, 120xxx Random day the car wouldn’t shift out of park, but WOULD start. I pressed the shift lock bypass next to/under the shifter. It did not release and still wouldn’t/won’t shift out of park. … --- ## [Air filter and HC emissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-and-hc-emissions/190780)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2023, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-and-hc-emissions/190780 "2023-05-24T21:45:35Z")
Any theories why a slightly clogged engine air filter would yield lower HC emissions compared to a new air filter? In going over my past Corolla emissions reports, the one parameter that seems to have the most effect is… --- ## [2002 Toyota Tacoma - Temp gauge quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tacoma-temp-gauge-quit/190727)
**Author:** [@WayneJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WayneJohnson)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2023, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tacoma-temp-gauge-quit/190727 "2023-05-24T21:31:32Z")
The temperature guage quit working. What is the typical cost to repair? Is it worth it given the age of the vehicle? --- ## [Air filter interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-interval/190409)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-interval/190409 "2023-05-23T22:54:35Z")
Changed the air filter recently, at 14k. It was horrible, far worse than I have ever seen. This is my first turbo…it seems reasonable that a turbo would be harder on the air filter, now that I think about it. Does any… --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Cruze - Car won't start and it is not letting me have the key back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-car-wont-start-and-it-is-not-letting-me-have-the-key-back/190755)
**Author:** [@DavidWyant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidWyant)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-car-wont-start-and-it-is-not-letting-me-have-the-key-back/190755 "2023-05-23T21:37:05Z")
The car will not start, the doors will not unlock and the key will not come out. Disconnect battery cable and reconnect battery and the car starts. --- ## [2012 Silverado - Not starting with code U0073](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-silverado-not-starting-with-code-u0073/190654)
**Author:** [@j.evon0096\_185270](https://community.cartalk.com/u/j.evon0096_185270)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-silverado-not-starting-with-code-u0073/190654 "2023-05-23T20:45:50Z")
I have a 2012 Silverado which was running perfectly fine for a while now. Not too long ago the ABS light and traction control lights both came on. After some back and forth with my own inspections and reading forum thr… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=90) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=92)