# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=92 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 93 --- ## [2007 Infiniti FX35 - Everything is locked up and it won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-infiniti-fx35-everything-is-locked-up-and-it-wont-start/190747)
**Author:** [@young58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/young58)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-infiniti-fx35-everything-is-locked-up-and-it-wont-start/190747 "2023-05-23T16:26:05Z")
Everything locks up. Won’t start, unlock, steering wheel locked, won’t start with key. --- ## [2017 Chrysler Pacifica - I need a spare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chrysler-pacifica-i-need-a-spare/190656)
**Author:** [@spareless](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spareless)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chrysler-pacifica-i-need-a-spare/190656 "2023-05-23T13:02:46Z")
need a wheel for a spare --- ## [Prius idiot lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-idiot-lights/190753)
**Author:** [@jeoinva](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeoinva)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-idiot-lights/190753 "2023-05-23T03:55:01Z")
Hi, I just inherited my mom’s 2012 Prius. The dashboard message said “Maintenance required soon.” Now it says “Maintenance required.” My brother -in-law owns a Prius. He said that means I need an oil change. Really? Why … --- ## [06 Ion P0128 code stays in yellow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-ion-p0128-code-stays-in-yellow/189905)
**Author:** [@stevedavison\_182816](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevedavison_182816)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-ion-p0128-code-stays-in-yellow/189905 "2023-05-23T03:54:35Z")
Since last fall, I have had the P0128 error code. It stays in the yellow & never turns on the check engine light. The code never goes away. I have tried clearing the code, but it keeps coming back. Since it never goes in… --- ## [2016 Lincoln MKX Infotainment System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lincoln-mkx-infotainment-system/190742)
**Author:** [@ss489\_185331](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ss489_185331)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lincoln-mkx-infotainment-system/190742 "2023-05-23T00:25:36Z")
I have a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The SYNC is updated to the current version. The infotainment system is slow to react to choices. When any item is selected (Radio, Navigation etc…) the unit takes 10 = 15 seconds to react and … --- ## [Car Advice, doesn't start when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice-doesnt-start-when-warm/189457)
**Author:** [@mwbadawy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwbadawy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2023, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice-doesnt-start-when-warm/189457 "2023-05-22T23:58:28Z")
Hi, I need some advice on a car start issue. My 2007 Camry doesn’t start when it is warm but starts normally when it cools down. For example, if I drove to the grocery store, shut off the engine, waited 1 minute and tri… --- ## [Electric Paint Spray Gun Recommendation for Lanolin Undercoating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-paint-spray-gun-recommendation-for-lanolin-undercoating/190723)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2023, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-paint-spray-gun-recommendation-for-lanolin-undercoating/190723 "2023-05-22T20:25:18Z")
Hi, Can anyone please recommend an electric paint spray gun for lanolin undercoating products such as Fluid Film, Wool Wax, Surface Shield? I don’t currently have an air compressor, and think it would be to expensive, … --- ## [2002 Honda Odyssey - Unexplained dash light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-unexplained-dash-light/190745)
**Author:** [@SPD36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SPD36)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2023, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-unexplained-dash-light/190745 "2023-05-22T17:23:38Z")
2002 Odessey Van - Dashboard Drive indicator light comes on for about 10-15 min - blinking behind the D letter. If I stop the car and then restart it doesn’t come back on. Checked transmission fluid and this is at prop… --- ## [Run flat tires on BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-flat-tires-on-bmw/52194)
**Author:** [@sandy\_eggo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandy_eggo)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2023, 8:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-flat-tires-on-bmw/52194 "2023-05-22T08:35:27Z")
I have only 30k and I have to replace these tires--does that seem unusual? --- ## [Help replacing Odyssey 22 Fog Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-replacing-odyssey-22-fog-light/190664)
**Author:** [@carolyn.vernon\_185277](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carolyn.vernon_185277)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2023, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-replacing-odyssey-22-fog-light/190664 "2023-05-21T23:26:50Z")
Anyone had any luck replacing a Honda Odyssey 22 fog light housing (light works, housing broken) without removing entire front bumper? It appears the black fog light cover comes out to replace the bulb but I can’t figure… --- ## [1999 Ford Ranger - Misfires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-ranger-misfires/190679)
**Author:** [@BillCapatanos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillCapatanos)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2023, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-ranger-misfires/190679 "2023-05-21T16:10:48Z")
Seems like misfire. All of a sudden !!! Very extreme misfire. Almost died. I’ve Replaced 6 spark plugs and plug wires, as well as a top wire ignition coil on my 3.0 L V6 engine. Misfire at idle and slow speed (some… --- ## [2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid 12V battery purchse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-avalon-hybrid-12v-battery-purchse/165684)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2023, 6:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-avalon-hybrid-12v-battery-purchse/165684 "2023-05-21T06:00:27Z")
So, at 6y it’s time to replace the 12V AGM battery in my Avalon Hybrid, just based on age. Thing is, the dealers want an obscene amount of money for this. I have heard people talk about an Optima Yellow Top, but at my … --- ## [What is this problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-problem/190722)
**Author:** [@pdrury5\_185313](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pdrury5_185313)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-problem/190722 "2023-05-20T22:46:13Z")
Got a 2014 Toyota Sienna minivan with about 130k miles. What is this leak in the picture? --- ## [AC Compressor Clutch not engaging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-clutch-not-engaging/190709)
**Author:** [@JONATHAN.INABA\_185300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JONATHAN.INABA_185300)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2023, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-clutch-not-engaging/190709 "2023-05-20T16:29:29Z")
Looking for a little help please. The AC Compressor Clutch is not actuating. I tried putting in a different relay and it didn’t work. I tried taking the relay out and jumping it by connecting the 87 and 30 terminals and … --- ## [Engine misfire but not code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-misfire-but-not-code/190684)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2023, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-misfire-but-not-code/190684 "2023-05-20T11:52:38Z")
Is there a trick to know if a ignition coil is causing a misfire? My car is misfiring but not throwing a code. I don’t want to unplug while running because I’ve heard it could do some damage. --- ## [2017 Lincoln MKZ - Hood blisters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkz-hood-blisters/190717)
**Author:** [@Pauline30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pauline30)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkz-hood-blisters/190717 "2023-05-19T21:28:09Z")
2017 MKZ Hood blistering, bubbling and now paint is chipping away. Lincoln will not admit this is a defect in their product. Shame on them!!! Very disappointed in their customer service as I have been a loyal customer f… --- ## [Check engine light back on after PCM replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-back-on-after-pcm-replacement/186967)
**Author:** [@toxdoc49\_182696](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toxdoc49_182696)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-back-on-after-pcm-replacement/186967 "2023-05-19T21:15:16Z")
The check engine light came on on my 2007 Chrysler Aspen (5.7L hemi gasoline engine). Two transmission shops indicated that the PCM was bad. The dealer where I bought the car said it was ‘shift solenoid A’ malfunction. A… --- ## [2000 Dodge Caravan Horn, Cruise Control, Airbag Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-caravan-horn-cruise-control-airbag-not-working/190644)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-caravan-horn-cruise-control-airbag-not-working/190644 "2023-05-19T19:28:37Z")
I think all three may be related. Recently, the horn & cruise control stopped working occasionally and the airbag light would stay on, but now it’s all the time. Also, the horn/airbag “area” seems a bit “deflated.” Bu… --- ## [2001 Torota Highlander AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-torota-highlander-ac/190719)
**Author:** [@misschivus1\_185311](https://community.cartalk.com/u/misschivus1_185311)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-torota-highlander-ac/190719 "2023-05-19T18:50:19Z")
Hi. I have a 2001 Toyota Highlander v6. The ac quit working. The car started misfiring when the ac was on, then the ac light started blinking. I tried the relay but that did not fix it. So, I read in a post reply by @Ste… --- ## [2001 toyota highlander a/c light blinking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-highlander-a-c-light-blinking/89366)
**Author:** [@nyonjo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nyonjo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-highlander-a-c-light-blinking/89366 "2023-05-19T18:22:17Z")
i bought auction car, a/c just blowing warm air.a/c light blinking. this highlander limited no manual dial.i have checked relay and working fine, the compressor is not spinning no matter what i try need help. --- ## [Frame bent on Rav4. No accidents. PLS help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-bent-on-rav4-no-accidents-pls-help/190683)
**Author:** [@dckizior\_185285](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dckizior_185285)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frame-bent-on-rav4-no-accidents-pls-help/190683 "2023-05-19T17:43:31Z")
I have a Rav4 Prime at 37K miles; warranty ends at 36K. I am the only owner. I took the car to the dealer today for a malfunctioning front collision sensor that stopped working during a thousand and some mile road trip l… --- ## [2005 Tundra transmission slipping...or engine misfiring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-tundra-transmission-slipping-or-engine-misfiring/115681)
**Author:** [@pembroke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pembroke)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2023, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-tundra-transmission-slipping-or-engine-misfiring/115681 "2023-05-19T17:08:05Z")
2005 tundra with 200k…either slipping transmission or engine misfiring…for last 3 years. 6 mechanic shops plus dealer and no one has a clue or wants to touch(??) Spent $3000 trying to get an answer or a fix. The truck … --- ## [What happens if I forget to degrease wheels before painting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-if-i-forget-to-degrease-wheels-before-painting/190700)
**Author:** [@xleozxq\_185275](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xleozxq_185275)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-if-i-forget-to-degrease-wheels-before-painting/190700 "2023-05-18T23:42:47Z")
What happens if i forget to degrease wheels before painting? --- ## [2015 Nissan Pathfinder - Dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-pathfinder-dies/190704)
**Author:** [@postalrich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/postalrich)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-pathfinder-dies/190704 "2023-05-18T23:18:51Z")
car starts ok .after driving 15 min. car cuts out,will not restart. atter waiting 15 - 20 min. It will restart without much power. mechanic checked battery . still the same problem. --- ## [2022 Subaru Forester - Extra oil at oil changes (boo!)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-subaru-forester-extra-oil-at-oil-changes-boo/190601)
**Author:** [@Dick41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dick41)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-subaru-forester-extra-oil-at-oil-changes-boo/190601 "2023-05-18T22:06:23Z")
Why do SUBARU dealer mechanics ALWAYS put in too much oil during an oil change? The web is littered with complaints about this. The SUBARU site says “Do Not Overfill”! How much is too much for a “Boxer” engine? --- ## [Car stutters when initially accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stutters-when-initially-accelerating/190124)
**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stutters-when-initially-accelerating/190124 "2023-05-18T21:59:51Z")
When I’m driving through City at 20 to 30 miles an hour it’s fine. However, as soon as I get outside of town and start accelerating it stutters for two or three times. Doesn’t happen after that. Just seems to happen at t… --- ## [2006 Subaru Forester - Timing belt...timing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-timing-belt-timing/190614)
**Author:** [@MarvinRuppert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarvinRuppert)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-forester-timing-belt-timing/190614 "2023-05-18T21:59:36Z")
I hear that you have to change the timing belt around 125K? That seems like it should last longer than that. Mine has 128K, no issues with anything–will I notice any difference in it, or does the belt just let loose? --- ## [Kia soul 2015 whirring noise when slowing down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-soul-2015-whirring-noise-when-slowing-down/190641)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-soul-2015-whirring-noise-when-slowing-down/190641 "2023-05-18T21:55:38Z")
Drove the daughters car on mothers day, grocery store trip. Filled it up with gas (loving dad). Noticed it makes a slight whirring noise when slowing down. Never got over 30 mph. She had trans serviced 3 months ago, but … --- ## [2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD - Infotainment died too soon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-gmc-sierra-2500hd-infotainment-died-too-soon/190677)
**Author:** [@Dlwdrd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dlwdrd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-gmc-sierra-2500hd-infotainment-died-too-soon/190677 "2023-05-18T17:36:45Z")
Radio blacked out $1000.00 to replace GM should be replacing only had truck a year out of warranty --- ## [99’ Jeep Wrangler Problems Please Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-jeep-wrangler-problems-please-help/190693)
**Author:** [@Gavin.m.williams3\_185294](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gavin.m.williams3_185294)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2023, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-jeep-wrangler-problems-please-help/190693 "2023-05-18T17:18:35Z")
To quickly outline the issue, let me explain how it started. I have a need for a kill switch in my 99 tj due to some mischievous friends. One of my switches interrupts the pcm circuit of the ASD relay. (blue and yellow w… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=91) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=93)