# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=913 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 914 --- ## [2013 Equinox Spark Plug Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-spark-plug-replacement/113328)
**Author:** [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-spark-plug-replacement/113328 "2018-03-10T01:07:47Z")
Hi, Planning on changing the plugs on my 2013 Equinox with the 2.4l 4 cyl engine. I’ve never changed plugs on an aluminum head before. The car has 66k miles so I’m not anticipating any issues removing them. Any tips … --- ## [Engine won’t turn off when key is removed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-won-t-turn-off-when-key-is-removed/112621)
**Author:** [@Kelly\_Brewer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kelly_Brewer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-won-t-turn-off-when-key-is-removed/112621 "2018-03-10T01:05:11Z")
When I remove my key from the ignition the engine still runs, a malfunction service now message came up on the screen and when driving it wouldn’t go over 2000 revs. Took to the garage but nothing showing on diagnostics… --- ## [Beware of warranty policies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of-warranty-policies/112928)
**Author:** [@Hiroshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hiroshi)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2018, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of-warranty-policies/112928 "2018-03-10T00:20:52Z")
1a auto out of Olathe, KS does great advertising but, don’t do business with them. Their warranty of products are good but, where you lose out is the shipping on returns. I purchased a pair of struts and did no sit corre… --- ## [2007 Honda CR-V flickering transmission light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-flickering-transmission-light/113378)
**Author:** [@JulioColpa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JulioColpa)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-cr-v-flickering-transmission-light/113378 "2018-03-09T23:17:30Z")
D light honda crv 2007 keeps on flickering --- ## [Door ding caused by careless shopper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ding-caused-by-careless-shopper/113195)
**Author:** [@COROLLAGUY1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/COROLLAGUY1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-ding-caused-by-careless-shopper/113195 "2018-03-09T22:24:30Z")
Looks like a careless shopper hit it with his shopping cart. No witnesses,no notes,no security cameras around. How do I handle it with my insurance company. Can it be classified as a hit and run? Its a 2012 Corolla.Sorr… --- ## [2013 Nissan Rogue MAF sensor damaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-rogue-maf-sensor-damaged/113381)
**Author:** [@Osmani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Osmani)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-rogue-maf-sensor-damaged/113381 "2018-03-09T21:20:26Z")
Good afternoon. I have the car with no issues until I decided to change the intake into the basic one for performance, I removed the plastic ducts and placed the metal one with the round performance filter, it was work… --- ## [Torque Wrench not working? How to read specs on manual?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-wrench-not-working-how-to-read-specs-on-manual/113305)
**Author:** [@Triathlor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triathlor)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-wrench-not-working-how-to-read-specs-on-manual/113305 "2018-03-09T15:01:48Z")
Hi there! I am working on a lower control arm right now but I am stucked. I ordered a Tekton torque wrench online but it was not clicking. Unless it did and I never noticed. I ran to OReilley and bought a new one from a… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Cruze trunk pops open mysteriously](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-cruze-trunk-pops-open-mysteriously/113369)
**Author:** [@Pikey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pikey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-cruze-trunk-pops-open-mysteriously/113369 "2018-03-09T14:53:08Z")
How do you fix the trunk opening up by itself when the car is off? Chevy Cruze, 2011?? See it’s a problem after 48,000 miles!! That’s when mine started to open randomly --- ## [85 pickup shaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-pickup-shaking/113286)
**Author:** [@Chris\_Myers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris_Myers)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-pickup-shaking/113286 "2018-03-09T14:51:01Z")
I have an 85 Toyota pickup that’s been having some minor issues till just now. Over the past month it has trouble hitting that last gear change when it first starts up. Eventually it hits it but the last 2 days now it w… --- ## [2003 Toyota Camry won't start after engine stopped while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-wont-start-after-engine-stopped-while-driving/113357)
**Author:** [@Hydrolac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hydrolac)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-wont-start-after-engine-stopped-while-driving/113357 "2018-03-09T04:40:31Z")
I’ve been having several issues with my Camry. I was able to start my Camry just fine these past few days, but my open door indicator light sometimes shows up, and sometimes none of my lights show up when I attempt to st… --- ## [2006 Honda Ridgeline hood latch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-ridgeline-hood-latch/113323)
**Author:** [@waltereyoung](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waltereyoung)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-ridgeline-hood-latch/113323 "2018-03-09T04:22:30Z")
Is my hood latch under warranty ? --- ## [2011 Nissan Maxima hard start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-maxima-hard-start/113321)
**Author:** [@EdPlaska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdPlaska)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-maxima-hard-start/113321 "2018-03-09T04:18:26Z")
Parked car running good Next morning hard starting check engine lights multiple faults --- ## [Lug nuts hot both front wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lug-nuts-hot-both-front-wheels/113223)
**Author:** [@Cr0us3fr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cr0us3fr)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lug-nuts-hot-both-front-wheels/113223 "2018-03-09T04:11:46Z")
98 Camry, 179,000 miles. My car started pulling to the right and is consistently getting worse. I changed the tire, same problem. Pulled the tire to troubleshoot and realized the lug nuts were overheated. Thought it may … --- ## [Cars jerks//shudders in 1st and 2nd gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-jerks-shudders-in-1st-and-2nd-gears/113231)
**Author:** [@NissanGuy101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NissanGuy101)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-jerks-shudders-in-1st-and-2nd-gears/113231 "2018-03-09T03:35:27Z")
Hi Cartalk My car started doing this awhile ago ,178KM on the dash ,and engine has been worked on before. lets say im stagnate and put the car in 1st ,i step on the gas and instanstly the car while start jerking ,like … --- ## [2011 Volkswagen Jetta radio went blank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-volkswagen-jetta-radio-went-blank/113354)
**Author:** [@VincentMclaughlin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VincentMclaughlin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-volkswagen-jetta-radio-went-blank/113354 "2018-03-09T02:20:57Z")
it started off, with poppin sound in the speakers. then radio went compelety blank…where is the fuse --- ## [2007 Chevrolet HHR misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-misfire/113350)
**Author:** [@TomDelamar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomDelamar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-hhr-misfire/113350 "2018-03-09T02:03:10Z")
anyone getting a miss-fire on cylinder 4 i changed all plugs and coils --- ## [2013 Toyota Camry won't accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-wont-accelerate/113309)
**Author:** [@brendamatsko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brendamatsko)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-wont-accelerate/113309 "2018-03-09T01:34:53Z")
At times my car will not accelerate, can you tell me why? --- ## [Car creaking/squeaking when I accelerate/stop need advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-creaking-squeaking-when-i-accelerate-stop-need-advice/113338)
**Author:** [@Ryan\_Walsh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan_Walsh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-creaking-squeaking-when-i-accelerate-stop-need-advice/113338 "2018-03-09T01:29:17Z")
So I just got my breaks, rotors, and tires replaced which totaled to around a grand and my car has been creaking which I originally thought was because of the brakes but now I’m thinking otherwise. It makes a loud creaki… --- ## [ALL MECHANICS AND GEAR-HEADS - Have a listen and tell me what you think](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-mechanics-and-gear-heads-have-a-listen-and-tell-me-what-you-think/113316)
**Author:** [@NissanGuy101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NissanGuy101)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2018, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-mechanics-and-gear-heads-have-a-listen-and-tell-me-what-you-think/113316 "2018-03-09T00:37:50Z")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbBBi2GUIoI --- ## [Synthetic Oil (full synthetic) Vs. Conventional- Change Frequency](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-full-synthetic-vs-conventional-change-frequency/113118)
**Author:** [@Antonio-Tomasado](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Antonio-Tomasado)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/synthetic-oil-full-synthetic-vs-conventional-change-frequency/113118 "2018-03-08T22:27:49Z")
Please, if possible, I would like to hold the discussion specifically to 2016/2017 Subaru Outbacks, 3.6R (6 cylinder) and am searching for Subaru company facts and your sources if possible. I own a 2017 Subaru Outback L… --- ## [2008 Jeep Compass 4x4 disengaging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-compass-4x4-disengaging/113336)
**Author:** [@ralphcrouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ralphcrouse)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-compass-4x4-disengaging/113336 "2018-03-08T21:00:56Z")
4x4 dissengauging while driving major problem where I live I need 4x4 to get out of my 5 km (3mile) driveway map light leeking aswell minor problem --- ## [2007 GMC Yukon knocking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-knocking-sound/113295)
**Author:** [@Shela](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shela)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-knocking-sound/113295 "2018-03-08T17:47:29Z")
throwing same codes after fixing, engine light coming on during the process. then won’t stay cranked one day had to tow it. unplugged ecm and acm i think those are the names. they’re located under hood and under dash. st… --- ## [Brake cleaner to remove engine oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-cleaner-to-remove-engine-oil/113261)
**Author:** [@Triathlor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triathlor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-cleaner-to-remove-engine-oil/113261 "2018-03-08T17:47:14Z")
Hi! I just replaced a PCV valve. There was oil leaking in the surrounding area. I am wondering if it is safe for me to use brake cleaner on the engine to remove oil leaks? What about plastic parts and hoses? Should I g… --- ## [1993 Jeep Cherokee engine trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-cherokee-engine-trouble/113330)
**Author:** [@naad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/naad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-cherokee-engine-trouble/113330 "2018-03-08T16:59:42Z")
the engine disconnecting and connecting by itself then die, but if i start it again it works and after few seconds disconnecting and die again nader RY, KSA --- ## [2005 Ford Five Hundred Engine Stopped Running While Driving. HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-engine-stopped-running-while-driving-help/82946)
**Author:** [@lynniep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lynniep)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-engine-stopped-running-while-driving-help/82946 "2018-03-08T16:50:04Z")
I was driving to work this morning. It was very cold and snowy out. I was not driving fast \< 30 MPH. All of a sudden my car stopped running while in gear. Engine light, oil light and something else came on. I have … --- ## [1995 GMC 1500 runs differently when hot and cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-1500-runs-differently-when-hot-and-cold/113334)
**Author:** [@mike50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike50)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-gmc-1500-runs-differently-when-hot-and-cold/113334 "2018-03-08T15:55:53Z")
truck runs good when cold. when hot it surges when talking off. from a dead stop. between 40 & 60 its surges again. replaced fuel filter. & Throttle position sensor. & water Temp sensor. Cleaned Idle control valve. also … --- ## [Clicking/knocking suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-knocking-suspension/113300)
**Author:** [@beerbaron03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beerbaron03)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-knocking-suspension/113300 "2018-03-08T16:35:30Z")
I get a clicking/knocking sound from what sounds and feels to be coming from the front left tire of my Impreza. It happens when you just first starts moving (either forwards or backwards) or when you first touch the bra… --- ## [2002 GMC Sonoma engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sonoma-engine-light/113275)
**Author:** [@Linda52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Linda52)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-sonoma-engine-light/113275 "2018-03-08T13:57:58Z")
2002 4.3 vortex engine engine light is on makes funny noises had to tighten batttery cable nuts lights want to flash, sometimes electric door buttons want to click on and off. Now the truck will turn over and no… --- ## [2014 Mazda Mazda3 nav missing map](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-mazda3-nav-missing-map/113326)
**Author:** [@kostasthemistocleous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kostasthemistocleous)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-mazda3-nav-missing-map/113326 "2018-03-08T13:05:22Z")
My mazda axella 1.5L SEDAN 2014 it has NOT have map of CYPRUS and i cant use the navigator system. Is not fair. I have extra GPS navigator system 7" from china with cyprus maps and i use it. Is there… --- ## [2015 Nissan Altima hum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-hum/113314)
**Author:** [@Christina43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christina43)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2018, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-hum/113314 "2018-03-08T12:53:48Z")
My 2015 makes a humming noise when it gets to 175-200 rpm and then stops. It’s very annoying, took it to the dealership and they said its normal I am just not use to the vehicle. It’s so annoying I would rather park it … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=912) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=914)