# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=911 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 912 --- ## [Whining sound from gearbox maybe?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-sound-from-gearbox-maybe/113626)
**Author:** [@PN1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PN1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-sound-from-gearbox-maybe/113626 "2018-03-13T16:35:54Z")
Hi, I have just bought a Nissan Almera 1.8 from 2004 with a manual transmission. One thing i have noticed, is that it makes a slight whining sound that will pitch up with the engine speed, and then the whining will dis… --- ## [Wind noise in 2018 Chevrolet Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-noise-in-2018-chevrolet-equinox/113587)
**Author:** [@wawrzynek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wawrzynek)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-noise-in-2018-chevrolet-equinox/113587 "2018-03-13T14:37:42Z")
wind noise 2018 Equinox --- ## [Is it Dangerous to drive with bad rear brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-dangerous-to-drive-with-bad-rear-brakes/51123)
**Author:** [@wndrfullife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wndrfullife)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-dangerous-to-drive-with-bad-rear-brakes/51123 "2018-03-13T14:37:31Z")
Two months ago, my mechanic told me that my back brakes need to be replaced this fall. Last week I began feeling a dragging/rumbling while slowing down and not pressing on the brakes. Just coasting. I had my front brakes… --- ## [HubCaps! Can I simply replace 16 inch with any other 16 inch OEM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hubcaps-can-i-simply-replace-16-inch-with-any-other-16-inch-oem/113607)
**Author:** [@Adam\_Dutchman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adam_Dutchman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 12:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hubcaps-can-i-simply-replace-16-inch-with-any-other-16-inch-oem/113607 "2018-03-13T12:17:57Z")
Hello everyone, I have a 2004 Mits. Outlander and I’m tired of my hubcaps (16’). I’m wondering if I can just swap any other OEM plastic hubcap 16’ with my car. I’m hoping to add Eclipse or Galant OEM!!! I’ve heard mi… --- ## [2001 Honda Civic Transmission Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-transmission-noise/113611)
**Author:** [@JLee21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLee21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 12:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-transmission-noise/113611 "2018-03-13T12:10:41Z")
Hi there, I have a 2001 Honda Civic manual transmission, and it has been making some low clunking noise when the car is rolling in 1st or 2nd gear. The clutch nor the throttle was engaged, but once either one is engaged… --- ## [Seasonal issues In 1999 Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seasonal-issues-in-1999-subaru-forester/113585)
**Author:** [@Steven38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven38)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seasonal-issues-in-1999-subaru-forester/113585 "2018-03-13T04:31:03Z")
My car has seasonal symptoms. In the summer it floods the first time I start it after filling the gas tank - but only in hot weather. In the winter I can smell gas when I park it. This again only in cold weather. It does… --- ## [Failed purge valve - 2013 Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/failed-purge-valve-2013-ford-focus/113564)
**Author:** [@maryjboyce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maryjboyce)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/failed-purge-valve-2013-ford-focus/113564 "2018-03-13T03:07:09Z")
Has anyone had the same issue purge valve failed --- ## [Seat Exeo problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-exeo-problem/113541)
**Author:** [@DaveA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-exeo-problem/113541 "2018-03-13T01:35:13Z")
Hi my car is a seat Exeo problem I have one day I was in reverse gear then put it into first gear but the reverse lights stayed on and the parking sensors stayed on I started driving down the road and the alarms would st… --- ## [Misfire 2005 GMC Envoy XL cylinder 5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-2005-gmc-envoy-xl-cylinder-5/113559)
**Author:** [@TheoAustin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheoAustin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-2005-gmc-envoy-xl-cylinder-5/113559 "2018-03-13T01:35:07Z")
cylinder 5 missfire low compression --- ## [2013 Nissan Versa High Jump in RPM at 40 MPH](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-versa-high-jump-in-rpm-at-40-mph/113499)
**Author:** [@sonata2006](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonata2006)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-versa-high-jump-in-rpm-at-40-mph/113499 "2018-03-13T01:22:36Z")
Any ideas what might cause this. At around 40 MPH the RPM will jump to 3000 - 3500 RPM and drop sharply back down to 2000ish RPMs. 85K miles. Oil change every 5K. Never had spark plugs changed or trans fluid changed. Al… --- ## [1992 Mitsubishi Pickup stalls and keeps going](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mitsubishi-pickup-stalls-and-keeps-going/113594)
**Author:** [@Julian37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julian37)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mitsubishi-pickup-stalls-and-keeps-going/113594 "2018-03-13T00:38:40Z")
I own a Mighty Max 1992 and while driving stalls as if it had a governor and then it keeps going. Some times it does it a lot, but sometimes doesn’t for a while --- ## [Does battery connecting order make a difference to the electronics?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-battery-connecting-order-make-a-difference-to-the-electronics/113264)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-battery-connecting-order-make-a-difference-to-the-electronics/113264 "2018-03-13T01:21:16Z")
The usual recommended order to connect a battery is the + post first, followed by the - post. That’s to prevent sparks. But what about how the connection order affects the car’s electronics? My motivation to ask is an… --- ## [Advice Sought on Service Quote for my 2003 Toyota Highlander](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-sought-on-service-quote-for-my-2003-toyota-highlander/113592)
**Author:** [@ElSenorLoco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElSenorLoco)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-sought-on-service-quote-for-my-2003-toyota-highlander/113592 "2018-03-13T01:05:34Z")
Hello! Thank you for reading. I recently took my Highlander in to the dealership because a belt was screeching upon start up. They offered me a free inspection and I seek advice on their recommendations after they exami… --- ## [Classic Car Electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-electrical-problem/113465)
**Author:** [@Norv\_Duncan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Norv_Duncan)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2018, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-car-electrical-problem/113465 "2018-03-13T00:11:25Z")
So, my 1970 Road Runner (440 automatic) started fine last week. Today it would not. It’s turning over, but sounds like it is not sparking. Also, when I stop cranking it, but leave the key on, there is a buzzing noise com… --- ## [2005 Honda CR-V runs when the key is turned to Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-runs-when-the-key-is-turned-to-off/113474)
**Author:** [@SONDOMathieu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SONDOMathieu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-cr-v-runs-when-the-key-is-turned-to-off/113474 "2018-03-12T22:26:06Z")
2005 Honda engine still runs with starting Key in “OFF” --- ## [Vibration Noise in Console of 2015 Chevrolet Corvette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-noise-in-console-of-2015-chevrolet-corvette/113569)
**Author:** [@JeffDavis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeffDavis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-noise-in-console-of-2015-chevrolet-corvette/113569 "2018-03-12T18:04:08Z")
2015 Stingray 3LT Z51,13,500 miles…Annoying vibration noise coming from dash/console when accelerating 25-45mph. It only happens during acceleration…Took to Dealer and they replaced fuel delivery pipe?..did not take care… --- ## [2012 Honda Pilot battery only dies in garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-battery-only-dies-in-garage/113490)
**Author:** [@Tedolson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tedolson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 6:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-battery-only-dies-in-garage/113490 "2018-03-12T18:00:52Z")
I have a 2012 Honda Pilot and recently tried parking it in my garage. After replacing 2 batteries from aaa in a week I took it out of the garage. It works just fine parking in the driveway. My wife has a 2015 Ford Fusion… --- ## [Sentra head gasket issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sentra-head-gasket-issues/113460)
**Author:** [@naz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/naz)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sentra-head-gasket-issues/113460 "2018-03-12T17:46:59Z")
are these cars known for blowing head gasketes --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee cuts off and restarts later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-cuts-off-and-restarts-later/113520)
**Author:** [@jones13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jones13)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-cuts-off-and-restarts-later/113520 "2018-03-12T16:51:09Z")
cuts off and restarts sometime later --- ## [1998 Cadillac STS leaking fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-sts-leaking-fuel-pump/113522)
**Author:** [@RobertBrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertBrown)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-sts-leaking-fuel-pump/113522 "2018-03-12T15:34:55Z")
Fuel leaking from fuel pump onto the street when starting --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Cruze CEL and fluctuating fuel gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-cel-and-fluctuating-fuel-gauge/113526)
**Author:** [@ta18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ta18)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-cruze-cel-and-fluctuating-fuel-gauge/113526 "2018-03-12T15:23:37Z")
yellow light check engine lights up and fuel gauge goes up and down --- ## [Excessive road noise caused by worned spring insulator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-road-noise-caused-by-worned-spring-insulator/113164)
**Author:** [@COROLLAGUY1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/COROLLAGUY1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-road-noise-caused-by-worned-spring-insulator/113164 "2018-03-12T15:19:00Z")
Is this possible? Its a 99 Corolla with original struts and springs. Its a rotational whining, scraping noise best heard when turning right and when suspension is bounces up and down.The noise is transferred inside the … --- ## [2011 Chrysler Town & Country window slid down, sounded broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chrysler-town-country-window-slid-down-sounded-broken/113551)
**Author:** [@Brenda10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brenda10)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chrysler-town-country-window-slid-down-sounded-broken/113551 "2018-03-12T14:01:10Z")
I just had the same problem with my driver side power window. My window also slide down and sounds like everything was broken. I finally manually retrieved the window glass and put tape to hold it up so it would not f… --- ## [Vibration in the Overdraft That No One Can Identify](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-in-the-overdraft-that-no-one-can-identify/113444)
**Author:** [@Kirsten\_Grimes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirsten_Grimes)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-in-the-overdraft-that-no-one-can-identify/113444 "2018-03-12T13:26:02Z")
Hi all! I’m hoping you can help. I have brought my 2008 Toyota Rav4 to several mechanics and no one can seem to tell me how to fix it. There is a vibration in the transmission that only happens between 35-45 mph with a … --- ## [Are the tires too old?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-the-tires-too-old/113497)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-the-tires-too-old/113497 "2018-03-12T12:42:18Z")
I have a 2014 F-150 supercab 2WD with only 35k miles on it. I purchased it last week from a dealer who said the previous owner turned it in after their lease ended. Everything on the truck is great but I’m curious about … --- ## [P0340 on 2009 mini cooper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0340-on-2009-mini-cooper/113512)
**Author:** [@minicoop1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/minicoop1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 11:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0340-on-2009-mini-cooper/113512 "2018-03-12T11:55:04Z")
what is a p0340 and how to fix --- ## [Turn Signal Failure 1997 Lincoln Town Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-failure-1997-lincoln-town-car/113538)
**Author:** [@John571](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John571)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 11:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-failure-1997-lincoln-town-car/113538 "2018-03-12T11:39:36Z")
My turn signals quit working. I lift the lever but no sound or no blinks . Any DIY ideas for a fix? --- ## [RPMs drop on 2006 Honda Element, and then recover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-drop-on-2006-honda-element-and-then-recover/113509)
**Author:** [@James21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James21)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2018, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-drop-on-2006-honda-element-and-then-recover/113509 "2018-03-11T22:05:23Z")
No engine light on ,when car is warmed up sometimes at a light or stop sign rpm’s start to drop and almost stalls out. Hit the gas and it goes away and drives fine, then it happened again. --- ## [2000 Jeep Wrangler warms up and shuts down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-wrangler-warms-up-and-shuts-down/113456)
**Author:** [@Tom14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom14)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-wrangler-warms-up-and-shuts-down/113456 "2018-03-12T02:38:25Z")
Will start and idle fine until it starts to warm up, then it runs rough and shuts down. Doesn’t have enough power to pull out driveway. Have replaced and checked several parts. I am an ex diesel mechanic. Am at wits … --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Tahoe dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-tahoe-dies/113409)
**Author:** [@BiBenton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BiBenton)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2018, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-tahoe-dies/113409 "2018-03-12T01:15:15Z")
I just purchased a 2008 Tahoe with 50,000 miles. I have had it for less than a month and it has on several occasions completely “died”. All of the indicator lights come on briefly and the thing seems to do a complete “re… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=910) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=912)