# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=921 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 922 --- ## [2006 corolla instrument issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-corolla-instrument-issues/112386)
**Author:** [@Jon\_Fletcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jon_Fletcher)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 10:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-corolla-instrument-issues/112386 "2018-02-18T10:59:28Z")
Hi I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla s I recently replaced the engine and it has worked great but my speedometer just stopped working. It was working sporadically then stopped all together then started working again for about… --- ## [Battery Not Charging Briefly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-not-charging-briefly/112380)
**Author:** [@ABLE1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ABLE1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-not-charging-briefly/112380 "2018-02-18T00:36:18Z")
Ok, I headed out to a job site in the morning. The temperature was about 26 degrees. It has been a cold winter and this was a warmer day. The van started normal. After about a half mile I noticed the dash mounted v… --- ## [5.3 vortec coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-3-vortec-coolant-leak/112363)
**Author:** [@Forrester26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Forrester26)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-3-vortec-coolant-leak/112363 "2018-02-17T23:17:30Z")
I have a 2000 Silverado with the 5.3 vortec v8 I bought with 138k miles on it. I am currently noticing the coolant leak not sure where it is coming from as of yet. It’s is not overheating, oil pressure is good, no coola… --- ## [İf you experienced about the restoration i need to know something?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-experienced-about-the-restoration-i-need-to-know-something/112341)
**Author:** [@Eclipsnfx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eclipsnfx)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-experienced-about-the-restoration-i-need-to-know-something/112341 "2018-02-17T21:01:31Z")
Hello guys as you can see at the title i need something to know about the restoration… İ want to buy a 65-68 mustang but cheap one then i want to work on it…So can you tell me what i will encounter with when i buy a proj… --- ## [Glueing plastic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glueing-plastic/112344)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glueing-plastic/112344 "2018-02-17T17:21:11Z")
I have a quarter sized hole broken in my rear view mirror housing, on the front side. Right now covered with duct tape. I’d like to glue a piece of black plastic (cut from a plastic bottle) on it for a cheap fix. I plan… --- ## [Sudden MPG drop, no change in driving habits or gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-mpg-drop-no-change-in-driving-habits-or-gas/73253)
**Author:** [@walesmaven](https://community.cartalk.com/u/walesmaven)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sudden-mpg-drop-no-change-in-driving-habits-or-gas/73253 "2018-02-17T13:59:21Z")
My 2008 Honda Fit has been getting 32-34 mpg city and 37-38 mpg highway, with the AC running. Suddenly I have two tanks full that clocked in at 24 an 27 mpg, for mostly highwat driving. I have not changed type of fuel.… --- ## [Infiniti Q50 engine diesel noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/infiniti-q50-engine-diesel-noise/111803)
**Author:** [@andreyarkhipchuk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andreyarkhipchuk)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/infiniti-q50-engine-diesel-noise/111803 "2018-02-17T08:14:00Z")
I own a Inifiniti Q50 2015 with around 45k miles on it. For the last couple of months I’ve been trying to figure out how to diagnose a noise it’s making. So it sounds kinda like a diesel when sitting inside the car, the … --- ## [OBDII freeze frame data interpretation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obdii-freeze-frame-data-interpretation/112333)
**Author:** [@BBG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BBG)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obdii-freeze-frame-data-interpretation/112333 "2018-02-17T00:48:29Z")
Freeze Frame: DTCFR2F P0191 Fuel SYS1 CL Fuel SYS2 N/A Load PCT 27.1 ETC (F) 181 ShrtFT1 (%) -2.3 Long FT1 % 26.6 FPR (psi) 59.2 Map kpa 11.5 --- ## [Converting tops?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-tops/112352)
**Author:** [@jennypxo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennypxo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2018, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-tops/112352 "2018-02-17T00:05:16Z")
I was wondering if it was at all possible to convert a soft top Solara to a hard top. My car is an ‘06, the top was replaced a year ago I believe (I just recently bought it from a private seller). However, I think it wou… --- ## [1999 4Runner Random Engine Stall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-4runner-random-engine-stall/87902)
**Author:** [@RLN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RLN)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-4runner-random-engine-stall/87902 "2018-02-16T18:59:11Z")
We have a 1999 4Runner with the V6 engine, auto tranny, and 230k miles. For going on a year now the engine will occasionally stall when at idle…usually happening at stop lights. The engine starts right back up. This m… --- ## [Rattling then smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-then-smoke/91456)
**Author:** [@cubiclemax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cubiclemax)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-then-smoke/91456 "2018-02-16T18:34:59Z")
2005 Dodge Caravan - Driving to work this morning. Last mile of a ten-mile trip, there is a steep hill. As I accelerated the car began a rattling sound in the engine compartment. Never heard that before. Also, smell… --- ## [Oil light on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-on/112327)
**Author:** [@JGR87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JGR87)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-on/112327 "2018-02-16T15:35:21Z")
Oil light is on but only when I hit the gas then it turns off. Recently had an oil change and filter change. I understand that the light isn’t for an oil change but I don’t understand why it only happens when I hit the g… --- ## [Heater/AC Blower fan would not come on this AM in my Impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-ac-blower-fan-would-not-come-on-this-am-in-my-impala/112258)
**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-ac-blower-fan-would-not-come-on-this-am-in-my-impala/112258 "2018-02-16T03:28:51Z")
I have a 2003 Impala LS. I got into my car this morning and when I went to switch on the defrost/heat nothing happened. Now, I have had issues with settings 1 and 2 not working for at least the past year but 3/4/5 all … --- ## [2002 Jeep Liberty Engine swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-engine-swap/59078)
**Author:** [@racerkatt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/racerkatt)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-liberty-engine-swap/59078 "2018-02-16T02:52:38Z")
I am trying to repace the 3.7 motor in my 02 Liberty. What a nightmare! I was in the process of putting in a used engine and discovered that the tourque converter front cenering knop will not fit into the new motors cran… --- ## [Intermitten engine vibration when idling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitten-engine-vibration-when-idling/112303)
**Author:** [@jbrown70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbrown70)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2018, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitten-engine-vibration-when-idling/112303 "2018-02-16T02:04:16Z")
This engine vibration seems to be very intermittent and happens on when idling when car is stopped. When vibrating, if I open the hood, I can see the front silver colored chamber of the engine shaking. I wouldn’t say … --- ## [1987 Mazda b 2000 emissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mazda-b-2000-emissions/111592)
**Author:** [@dweeb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dweeb)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2018, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-mazda-b-2000-emissions/111592 "2018-02-15T19:03:32Z")
I can’t pass emissions because the truck always runs rich. What is causing this? It has 187000 miles on it and we can’t find the problem. Please, can any body help?!!! The carb has been rebuilt. --- ## [Frozen stick shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-stick-shift/77149)
**Author:** [@Guich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guich)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2018, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-stick-shift/77149 "2018-02-15T05:06:11Z")
My 2002 mini 6 speed stick licks to get stuck in the I park it in when its cold. After driving in that gear for 4 minutes it warms up and let's loose. Any suggestions? --- ## [Clutch nite mare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-nite-mare/111457)
**Author:** [@Tony\_Dellairo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tony_Dellairo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2018, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-nite-mare/111457 "2018-02-15T03:08:55Z")
1991 five speed Honda Civic symptom with no warning or slipage the clutch suddenly had to be forced into each gear a CPL days later it no longer engadged. Replacing clutch and plate and bearing. First problem was the clu… --- ## [Do people really change the car oil every 3k-5k miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-people-really-change-the-car-oil-every-3k-5k-miles/112277)
**Author:** [@teymur85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teymur85)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-people-really-change-the-car-oil-every-3k-5k-miles/112277 "2018-02-14T20:34:34Z")
As I am looking through some carfax reports searching for a used car I am seeing that many people go as far as 15,000 and higher before changing oil. Is that normal for a lot of owners? There was on car where the origina… --- ## [Rattling under car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-car/44093)
**Author:** [@film8622](https://community.cartalk.com/u/film8622)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-car/44093 "2018-02-14T20:17:05Z")
I have a 2001 Honda Civic LX sedan. For over a year now there is a rattling noise and vibration coming from underneath the front of the car when ever the car speed is below 40 mph. I've taken it to several mechanics, who… --- ## [Should I stay away from a car that had a head gasket replaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-stay-away-from-a-car-that-had-a-head-gasket-replaced/112275)
**Author:** [@teymur85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teymur85)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-stay-away-from-a-car-that-had-a-head-gasket-replaced/112275 "2018-02-14T15:57:42Z")
When considering a used car, does a previous head gasket replacement scare you away? --- ## [Would you buy used car that had head gasket, radiator, and half front of transmission replaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-used-car-that-had-head-gasket-radiator-and-half-front-of-transmission-replaced/112273)
**Author:** [@teymur85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/teymur85)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-used-car-that-had-head-gasket-radiator-and-half-front-of-transmission-replaced/112273 "2018-02-14T15:50:12Z")
I am looking at a 2005 subaru outback 2.5 XT with 150,000 miles. The price tag is $5,500 The seller says the gasket was burning oil and was replaced, the radiator had cracked (doesnt know why) and was replaced, and the … --- ## [Engine seized up after oil change 4 days prior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-seized-up-after-oil-change-4-days-prior/100284)
**Author:** [@baldridge11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baldridge11)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 5:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-seized-up-after-oil-change-4-days-prior/100284 "2018-02-14T05:53:06Z")
I own a 99 gmc sonoma. I changed my oil with Castrol 10W-40. Then four days later I'm stopped at a traffic light and to my surprise I have to kick myself down a hill. No oil is in my vehicle at all. No sign of leaks. My … --- ## [Dim headlights, new bulbs, good ground](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-headlights-new-bulbs-good-ground/112269)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Wretzel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Wretzel)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dim-headlights-new-bulbs-good-ground/112269 "2018-02-14T05:03:53Z")
I’ve got a 1991 F150 and the low-beam headlights are so dim driving in the city at night is a bit dangerous. Out in the country they’ll do, but in the city I can’t even tell that my lights are on. I’ve replaced the bulb… --- ## [2007 Jeep Compass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-compass/112266)
**Author:** [@attino21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/attino21)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-compass/112266 "2018-02-14T04:10:05Z")
Ok this has never happened before but this morning I filled up and then when I got to the light the car stalled out. It started right back up but then after about 20 miles the engine light came on and then went right ba… --- ## [Popping Valve cover to check for sludge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popping-valve-cover-to-check-for-sludge/105396)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popping-valve-cover-to-check-for-sludge/105396 "2018-02-14T03:48:46Z")
Hello folks, My 2006 Sentra 1.8L with 103,000 miles isn't maintained perfectly. While I got oil changed every year (less than 6000miles OCI), I am not aware of the oil used or the filter used. The car's performance is… --- ## [Warped brake rotors on my truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warped-brake-rotors-on-my-truck/112198)
**Author:** [@jries007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jries007)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2018, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warped-brake-rotors-on-my-truck/112198 "2018-02-14T03:13:28Z")
I had the brake rotors turned on my truck by Brake Masters a year ago to get rid of the chattering…Now one or more of the rotors has started to warp again. The truck has a 4.7 V8 engine and a factory towing package but I… --- ## [Stuck in 4wd!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-in-4wd/112069)
**Author:** [@Logans98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Logans98)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2018, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-in-4wd/112069 "2018-02-13T23:58:40Z")
I need help. This thing is stuck in 4 low and can’t even get the 4wd shift lever to move. Well actually I did once and had it set to 2wd but it was still stuck in 4wd. I can’t find anything visibly wrong with the linkage … --- ## [Which paint colors last better over time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-paint-colors-last-better-over-time/18987)
**Author:** [@joleen75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joleen75)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2018, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-paint-colors-last-better-over-time/18987 "2018-02-13T17:24:40Z")
This is an odd question, but are there certain paint colors that last better over time? I remember reading once that red paint oxidizes and starts to look flat much sooner than other colors. Since I plan to keep my car… --- ## [Platinum v.s. Iridium](https://community.cartalk.com/t/platinum-v-s-iridium/46)
**Author:** [@Big\_Riviera\_1990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Big_Riviera_1990)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2018, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/platinum-v-s-iridium/46 "2018-02-13T15:57:32Z")
Greetings all! I'm looking for opinions once more. Practically since they came out I've been running Bosch's Platinum Plus plugs in all the cars I change plugs on, including my own of course. NOT THE MULTI ELECTRODE… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=920) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=922)