# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=918 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 919 --- ## [Kia Rondo opinions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-rondo-opinions/112776)
**Author:** [@LouiseFraser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LouiseFraser)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-rondo-opinions/112776 "2018-02-25T18:57:58Z")
Looking at a 2008 Rondo. Just want some input whether people like it, or have had problems with theirs --- ## [Ford Taurus X brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-x-brakes/112785)
**Author:** [@Sue01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sue01)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-x-brakes/112785 "2018-02-25T18:41:33Z")
Has anyone else had this problem? The mechanic checked the brakes and they are good. --- ## [Brake nightmare and horrible customer service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-nightmare-and-horrible-customer-service/112779)
**Author:** [@Stefanie\_Strange](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stefanie_Strange)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-nightmare-and-horrible-customer-service/112779 "2018-02-25T17:32:05Z")
Hey guys, I’m new here but I’ve gone through a lot with my car brakes so I’m hoping to get some input. I noticed a slight rattling and shaking of my car when I braked in one spot of the brake pedal. If I braked lighter… --- ## [How much money should I be spending per year on car maintenance on a Toyota camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-money-should-i-be-spending-per-year-on-car-maintenance-on-a-toyota-camry/111423)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-money-should-i-be-spending-per-year-on-car-maintenance-on-a-toyota-camry/111423 "2018-02-25T14:42:56Z")
Hi guys. Since I joined the site, I have gained a lot of knowledge and assurance when it comes to car business. Now I’d like to know how much should I expect to spend on car maintenance per year on a 2012 Toyota Camry… --- ## [Cooling system issue- not quite overcooling & an electrical snafu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-issue-not-quite-overcooling-an-electrical-snafu/112691)
**Author:** [@MarkyMayhem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkyMayhem)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-system-issue-not-quite-overcooling-an-electrical-snafu/112691 "2018-02-25T13:16:50Z")
Hi all! My 1992 Paseo with 120,000 miles has 2 little issues One, electrical - it was damp & rainy for days, went to start up, the car was tough to start, didn’t rev up to its normal cold start RPM, didn’t drive right,… --- ## [Are you SURE I need a new transmission?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-you-sure-i-need-a-new-transmission/112309)
**Author:** [@Frank\_Boston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frank_Boston)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 11:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-you-sure-i-need-a-new-transmission/112309 "2018-02-25T11:32:13Z")
I have a 2007 Ford Freestyle that started making a thumping noise in P and N, but as soon as it is put into gear, the sound goes away. A buddy said it sounded like a helicopter taking off. So… I googled “freestyle helic… --- ## [Cost of labor to replace brake rotors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-labor-to-replace-brake-rotors/112747)
**Author:** [@jries007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jries007)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 5:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-labor-to-replace-brake-rotors/112747 "2018-02-25T05:12:43Z")
I ordered replacement brake rotors for my 2006 dodge 1500 SLT crew cab truck to get rid of the ones that have been machined once already (2 years ago) and that have again started to cause brake chattering from warping. … --- ## [2015 Mustang Inaccurate Speedometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mustang-inaccurate-speedometer/105388)
**Author:** [@LJPgeoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LJPgeoman)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mustang-inaccurate-speedometer/105388 "2018-02-25T03:00:53Z")
Ever since I purchased my 2015 Mustang Base Model with Automatic, I noticed that the speedometer is reading high about 2-3 MPH depending on the speed I am driving. I believe this for three reasons: If the speedometer i… --- ## [Electrical problem 2014 civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-2014-civic/112756)
**Author:** [@Kerry\_Triplett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kerry_Triplett)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-2014-civic/112756 "2018-02-25T01:37:37Z")
So I’m having a really frustrating problem with my wife’s civic. Frequently when I go to start it I get no power as if the battery is dead. I have the battery tested twice and it’s still good. A lot of times I’m able to … --- ## [Chevy 1500 gauges are messed up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-1500-gauges-are-messed-up/112657)
**Author:** [@Dreildrag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dreildrag)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2018, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-1500-gauges-are-messed-up/112657 "2018-02-25T01:04:19Z")
I recently got a truck thats a 94 Chevy 1500. When it drives the speedometer is in the 70’s when im doing maybe 30 99% of the time and the needle is bouncing all over the place, the fuel gauge needle goes way over the fu… --- ## [Ford Thunderbird lights draining battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-thunderbird-lights-draining-battery/112764)
**Author:** [@rebeccabowman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rebeccabowman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-thunderbird-lights-draining-battery/112764 "2018-02-24T18:05:02Z")
lights staying on and draining battery --- ## [Trunk STRUTS 99 Cavalier Z24](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-struts-99-cavalier-z24/112677)
**Author:** [@tgiv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tgiv)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-struts-99-cavalier-z24/112677 "2018-02-24T17:48:28Z")
Chevy 1999 Cavalier Z24 convertible Trunk struts/lifts Used to be able find easily new struts to lift trunk to chin so fast one had to step back to avoid the surprise, these would last 2-3 years, only a bit slower in… --- ## [Urine smell coming from air vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urine-smell-coming-from-air-vents/106078)
**Author:** [@codyrichardmiddleton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/codyrichardmiddleton)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2017, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urine-smell-coming-from-air-vents/106078 "2017-07-21T19:08:17Z")
I bought a 2010 Chevy Impala LS last month. There was a hint of urine smell coming from my air vents yesterday but today it is unbearable. There was a heavy smoke smell, but I had already gotten it out for a few weeks … --- ## [How to change spark plugs - 2003 Chevy Impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-change-spark-plugs-2003-chevy-impala/13087)
**Author:** [@wxbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wxbuff)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-change-spark-plugs-2003-chevy-impala/13087 "2018-02-24T15:40:54Z")
Greetings all - I am hoping that I can change my own spark plugs. I have done it before though not in this model. I understand that the back three plugs can be very difficult to get to. What is the trick to do it? … --- ## [Mysterious Windows on Cadillac SRX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-windows-on-cadillac-srx/112703)
**Author:** [@John06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John06)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-windows-on-cadillac-srx/112703 "2018-02-24T14:46:57Z")
Has anyone experienced all of the windows were down after parking the car for some time? --- ## [Oil manufacturers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-manufacturers/112658)
**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-manufacturers/112658 "2018-02-24T14:25:49Z")
Be it synthetic or non synthetic are there any differences in oils depending on whom the manufacturer might be? Is Pennzoil 5w30 any different from say mobile or Castrol? Are more cars going to synthetic because it las… --- ## [Subaru Forester 2015; Noises from the engine after shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2015-noises-from-the-engine-after-shut-off/106531)
**Author:** [@geodegarmo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geodegarmo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2015-noises-from-the-engine-after-shut-off/106531 "2018-02-24T13:57:11Z")
Recently bought a 2015 Subaru Forester it has 89K miles. There is no check engine light or warning that any thing is wrong. However, when I drive the vehicle, and come to a complete stop and then turn off the vehicle. … --- ## [Chevrolet Suburban paint failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-suburban-paint-failure/112730)
**Author:** [@TedV](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TedV)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-suburban-paint-failure/112730 "2018-02-24T13:50:47Z")
I own a 2014 Chevrolet Suburban LT, 35000 miles. Color is Moca Steel. The clear coat on the hood appears to be crazing and showing signs of failure. Has anyone else experienced this paint problem? In August 2017 Lou Bac… --- ## [Ford Ranger fuel pump won't turn on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-fuel-pump-wont-turn-on/112733)
**Author:** [@dave43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave43)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-fuel-pump-wont-turn-on/112733 "2018-02-24T13:44:45Z")
sometimes the fuel pump will not turn on when switch is turned to start position. --- ## [Washer Fluid in Brake Master Cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/washer-fluid-in-brake-master-cylinder/112676)
**Author:** [@Bexus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bexus)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/washer-fluid-in-brake-master-cylinder/112676 "2018-02-24T13:10:34Z")
A few ounces of windshield washer fluid got into the brake master cylinder about 6 weeks and 600 miles ago (long silly story). I’ve not had any warning lights come one, and brakes have been working fine. Took 2014 Lexus … --- ## [Kia Sportage timing chain failures](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-timing-chain-failures/112698)
**Author:** [@Chawn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chawn)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-timing-chain-failures/112698 "2018-02-24T04:38:25Z")
Is normal for a timing CHAIN to go at 64,000 mi, and 5 years old, and does work of replacing usually consist of replacing : guides, and tensions? --- ## [Toyota RAV 4 Rattle Update...Fixed!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav-4-rattle-update-fixed/84924)
**Author:** [@MBDobbsFerry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MBDobbsFerry)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav-4-rattle-update-fixed/84924 "2018-02-24T03:34:51Z")
I just wanted to let anyone know if they had the same trouble as me with the rattle my awesome mechanic figured it out before I was going to buy a new car and move across the country. Toyota wanted me to put a lot of mo… --- ## [Ask Someone: GMC Terrain #1518975450](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-gmc-terrain-1518975450/112428)
**Author:** [@Holder28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Holder28)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2018, 1:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-gmc-terrain-1518975450/112428 "2018-02-24T01:46:46Z")
2011 terrain radio AM/FM stations are full of static. Getting no radio reception but CD’s and other accessories work. --- ## [Second thoughts after buying a Honda Pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/second-thoughts-after-buying-a-honda-pilot/112708)
**Author:** [@Andy50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy50)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/second-thoughts-after-buying-a-honda-pilot/112708 "2018-02-23T22:33:38Z")
My 2016 Honda Pilot touring has many minor problems when I bought it new. Sun roof not closed, back window roll up super slow, small hole on back seat, tiny paint chip on driver door. The dealers fixed those problems for… --- ## [2002 Buick Century high idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-century-high-idle/112668)
**Author:** [@Rod37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod37)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-buick-century-high-idle/112668 "2018-02-23T19:37:27Z")
2002 Buick Century Idles very high and the engine races higher the longer the car runs. --- ## [Mechanic disconnected my working AC to fix serp. squeak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-disconnected-my-working-ac-to-fix-serp-squeak/112371)
**Author:** [@lunawilde](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lunawilde)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-disconnected-my-working-ac-to-fix-serp-squeak/112371 "2018-02-23T19:35:06Z")
Thanks for reading! First let me say I am not a car expert by any means. I drive. And that’s about it. I really need some advice on how to handle a bind a repair shop has put me in. I drive an 08 Caliber I bought second… --- ## [Mass Airflow Sensor Cleaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mass-airflow-sensor-cleaning/112634)
**Author:** [@thurman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thurman)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mass-airflow-sensor-cleaning/112634 "2018-02-23T19:32:30Z")
I don’t have a “check engine” alert. But I was interested in cleaning my mass airflow sensor. I guess after watching the YouTube videos on how simple it is, I wanted to do it. Now my car is a 09 Honda Accord. I am thinki… --- ## [Weber 32/36 carburetor, should i file the gasket surface?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weber-32-36-carburetor-should-i-file-the-gasket-surface/112705)
**Author:** [@deegore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deegore)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weber-32-36-carburetor-should-i-file-the-gasket-surface/112705 "2018-02-23T18:14:13Z")
I’ve got a Weber 32/36 dgev carb that I bought new a few years ago. It has the Weber logo cast on the body. The center of the gasket surface on the lid of the carb has a slight ridge running around it. The ridge is br… --- ## [Honda Civic idle mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-idle-mystery/112680)
**Author:** [@Kirk11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirk11)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-idle-mystery/112680 "2018-02-23T16:51:42Z")
We have a 2012 Honda Civic E and when started every morning, the motor runs at a normal faster than slow idle, but when backing out of the garage, the car will accelerate on it’s own and without holding down the brake pe… --- ## [Whining noise (from PS I think) on startup?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-from-ps-i-think-on-startup/112678)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2018, 11:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-noise-from-ps-i-think-on-startup/112678 "2018-02-23T11:35:20Z")
Hey just wanted to check with you guys and get some input. Car is 2006 Hyundai Tucson. This morning it was about -5c (23f) and as soon as I started the car up there was a loud whining noise. Usually I thought noise arise… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=917) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=919)