# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=925 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 926 --- ## [Vibration before and after new tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-before-and-after-new-tires/111794)
**Author:** [@crossit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crossit)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2018, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-before-and-after-new-tires/111794 "2018-01-30T03:59:24Z")
Crosstour V6 AWD with 61000. Several months ago I noticed my car would vibrate at 25mph only while accelerating. I needed new tires anyway and hoped this would fix it. Got them at NTB with the balance/alignment. Still… --- ## [Mold & mildew in the A/C](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mold-mildew-in-the-a-c/45)
**Author:** [@andyma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andyma)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2018, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mold-mildew-in-the-a-c/45 "2018-01-30T02:06:39Z")
What is it with modern cars? Why does this happen so much? Both of our cars (2002 Saturn LW200 wagon & 2006 Toyota Prius) have these awful smells in the air conditioning system. When you turn it on for the first time in … --- ## [Can’t clear ECM code in self diagnostics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-clear-ecm-code-in-self-diagnostics/111758)
**Author:** [@MKF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MKF)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2018, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-t-clear-ecm-code-in-self-diagnostics/111758 "2018-01-30T00:40:36Z")
I have a 2005 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE-R that has had a few problems lately that I have diagnosed by placing car in self-diagnostic mode (via ignition and gas pedal method). Codes P0550 and P1273. I had the power steering se… --- ## [Engine noise inside the cabin sounds like a diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-inside-the-cabin-sounds-like-a-diesel/82575)
**Author:** [@MoeAley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MoeAley)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2018, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-inside-the-cabin-sounds-like-a-diesel/82575 "2018-01-29T21:37:06Z")
Hi, I have a 2004 G35 that has not given me many mechanical problems. However, before my last oil change, I noticed noise from my engine which I wasnt used to. After 2 days I checked the dipstick and there was almost n… --- ## [2005 Saturn Vue will crank but not start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-will-crank-but-not-start/111711)
**Author:** [@Simon\_Loucks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Simon_Loucks)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-will-crank-but-not-start/111711 "2018-01-27T14:02:26Z")
Hey guys. So I replaced the battery on my saturn vue 05. And cannot seem to get the car started. The car cranks though as a car should. The tank is on E all of a sudden and I am 100 percent sure I got a full tank. The th… --- ## [2004 Mazda 3 Intermittent Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-3-intermittent-stalling/111709)
**Author:** [@Rusty2004Mazda3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty2004Mazda3)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2018, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda-3-intermittent-stalling/111709 "2018-01-29T14:58:31Z")
Hi, I’m the proud owner of a very rusty 2004 Mazda 3 with about 75,000 miles. I bought this car for $1,000 to take me 5 miles back and forth to work 5 days a week. The car has been stalling intermittently as I come to a … --- ## [Car revs, clutch shifts, won't move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-revs-clutch-shifts-wont-move/111766)
**Author:** [@Amanda-Butcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amanda-Butcher)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2018, 12:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-revs-clutch-shifts-wont-move/111766 "2018-01-29T12:34:26Z")
Hello, I was driving in Austin (so hilly). My car rpm was going nuts and wouldn’t go faster than 40mph or so. I pulled over. It smells burned. The car will turn on Rev but will not move in any gear. It’s a manual trans… --- ## [How to slam a shop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-slam-a-shop/111767)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2018, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-slam-a-shop/111767 "2018-01-29T05:37:51Z")
I have posted a review on Yelp, and filed with the BBB. Any other ideas? Car engine failed, was replaced about 150 miles from home. Completed in mid December, 2017. Driving car back home, car used 3 quarts of oil (dripp… --- ## [HELP PLEASE car stalled while shifting from 1st to 2nd now it won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please-car-stalled-while-shifting-from-1st-to-2nd-now-it-wont-start/111746)
**Author:** [@Trel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trel)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2018, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please-car-stalled-while-shifting-from-1st-to-2nd-now-it-wont-start/111746 "2018-01-29T02:11:20Z")
Today I left work at 2:30am I stopped at a gas station down the street to get some cigarettes. After my purchase I get in my car (1990 chevy beretta gtz manual transmission) start it up with no problems and proceed to le… --- ## [New Car, Oil Change interval?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-oil-change-interval/111445)
**Author:** [@MikeRush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeRush)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-oil-change-interval/111445 "2018-01-28T22:33:43Z")
I am the owner of a newish 2016 toyota camry. I was very familiar with changing the oil in my old car. However, since the dealer keeps sending me great deals on oil changes I see no point of doing them myself (it is li… --- ## [2000 Honda CRV stalls when engine is cold and I shift into gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-crv-stalls-when-engine-is-cold-and-i-shift-into-gear/70200)
**Author:** [@dcmeyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcmeyer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-crv-stalls-when-engine-is-cold-and-i-shift-into-gear/70200 "2018-01-28T22:16:01Z")
My 2000 Honda CRV starts when cold, however I must continue to give it gas and it will die when I shift into Reverse or Drive. If I rev the engine, I can keep it running and it will run OK once warmed up. When I get it… --- ## [Any manuals or write-ups that show how to change engine and trans mounts on 2006 3.3 Sonata?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-manuals-or-write-ups-that-show-how-to-change-engine-and-trans-mounts-on-2006-3-3-sonata/111734)
**Author:** [@sonata2006](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonata2006)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-manuals-or-write-ups-that-show-how-to-change-engine-and-trans-mounts-on-2006-3-3-sonata/111734 "2018-01-28T15:35:51Z")
I have a Chilton and the 2006 Sonata Shop Manual but there are no specific entries on replacing the motor and trans mounts. The shop manual has a few entries on removing the whole transmission and engine. Any other manu… --- ## [Are AllData and Mitchell manuals the same as a shop manual?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-alldata-and-mitchell-manuals-the-same-as-a-shop-manual/111735)
**Author:** [@sonata2006](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonata2006)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-alldata-and-mitchell-manuals-the-same-as-a-shop-manual/111735 "2018-01-28T05:48:47Z")
I have a 2006 Sonata shop manual set. Are AllData and Mitchell the same as a shop manual? Or do they have their own write-ups and images? Or any other repair manuals? Reason Im asking is because I want to change engine … --- ## [Growling noise from blower fan motor(99 Toyota Corolla)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise-from-blower-fan-motor-99-toyota-corolla/111723)
**Author:** [@COROLLAGUY1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/COROLLAGUY1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise-from-blower-fan-motor-99-toyota-corolla/111723 "2018-01-28T01:14:23Z")
Noise starts when its very cold out and stops when cabin is warm.It never does it in the summer time. Any ideas? --- ## [Car overheating, coolant boiling. Advice appreciated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-coolant-boiling-advice-appreciated/111729)
**Author:** [@OGPancake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OGPancake)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2018, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-coolant-boiling-advice-appreciated/111729 "2018-01-28T01:00:09Z")
2003 Jeep Liberty, ran very hot last night and started smoking. When i popped the hood the coolant was visibly boiling (this could be heard from inside as well). Radiator is brand new (1 week old). What could this be? --- ## [2009 vw jetta s](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-vw-jetta-s/111659)
**Author:** [@lj2424](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lj2424)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-vw-jetta-s/111659 "2018-01-27T23:20:20Z")
HELP!! 2009 VW Jetta S October 2017 required emergency ignition/cylinder housing at a VW dealership. Car drove fine. Received oil change/ smog check in November 2017. Fine. January 5, 2018 I may have re-started car… --- ## [Tires all lose air quickly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-all-lose-air-quickly/111689)
**Author:** [@coaster99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coaster99)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-all-lose-air-quickly/111689 "2018-01-27T15:29:20Z")
Hi. 09 honda fit. 97k miles. I left my car on grass for 15 days in the summer; it was not moved. Lots of morning dew/moisture covered the car daily. After starting to drive I noticed a loss of 6 to 7 psi per month … --- ## [96 Ford Explorer sputters to death](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-ford-explorer-sputters-to-death/111704)
**Author:** [@T-Tech89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T-Tech89)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-ford-explorer-sputters-to-death/111704 "2018-01-27T13:06:28Z")
Hello, first time poster so please forgive any rules I may have missed. My 96 Ford Explorer, 4.0L 6 cylinder engine with 238,000 miles on it. Been at least 75,000 miles since last tune up. The issue: Sometimes (not all… --- ## [Brand new transmission needs a flush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-transmission-needs-a-flush/111715)
**Author:** [@Dana\_Liss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dana_Liss)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-transmission-needs-a-flush/111715 "2018-01-27T12:31:20Z")
I own a 2013 Ford Focus. I got a brand new transmission via warranty probably 3 years ago. I went to ford and told me I need a transmission flush. My mileage is 89,650. What should I do ? --- ## [Check Engine Light, High Manifold pressure says Jiffy Lube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-high-manifold-pressure-says-jiffy-lube/111653)
**Author:** [@ZOODUDE1001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZOODUDE1001)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-high-manifold-pressure-says-jiffy-lube/111653 "2018-01-27T03:34:54Z")
I have had my check engine light on for a couple months now and I went to Jiffy lube the other day for an oil change and to tell me what it the light was on for. They said I had high manifold pressure but couldn’t tell w… --- ## [My Car Keeps Electrically Shocking Me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-keeps-electrically-shocking-me/111657)
**Author:** [@Help\_is\_Necessary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Help_is_Necessary)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2018, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-keeps-electrically-shocking-me/111657 "2018-01-27T00:16:31Z")
My car is a 2002 Buick Century. I can start my car, but as soon as I touch the outside metal of my car, I get a shock. It doesn’t hurt, but it’s quite powerful. It doesn’t happen unless I try to start my car. Also, if I … --- ## [Check engine P-0128 cold weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-p-0128-cold-weather/111654)
**Author:** [@flashfyre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/flashfyre)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-p-0128-cold-weather/111654 "2018-01-26T23:15:13Z")
My ram promaster city has the Chrysler 2.4L tigershark engine. It’s still under warranty. This is my first cold winter with it, and the temperature here can range from 15 F in the early morning to 75 F in the afternoon. … --- ## [Tire Warning Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warning-light/111638)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warning-light/111638 "2018-01-26T22:47:15Z")
My 2004 Chrysler Pacific always has a warning to check the tire system due to low pressure, even if the tires are fine. I have been told that it is a faulty sensor. A new one costs about $80 and they would probably have… --- ## [Yet another chuckle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-chuckle/111700)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 5:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yet-another-chuckle/111700 "2018-01-26T17:26:42Z")
See the strip for January 26, 2018 --- ## [Can you drive a Hybrid Civic even after the hyrbid battery has died?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-drive-a-hybrid-civic-even-after-the-hyrbid-battery-has-died/68748)
**Author:** [@keen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keen)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-drive-a-hybrid-civic-even-after-the-hyrbid-battery-has-died/68748 "2018-01-26T03:44:38Z")
I have a 2003 hybrid honda civic and the IMA light recently came on. When I took it in they said it needed a new battery and quoted me $2,800 then they said it would cost $4,500 because they also have to replace some pa… --- ## [Subaru's leaking tallights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-leaking-tallights/84671)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-leaking-tallights/84671 "2018-01-26T03:27:29Z")
My 2001 Outback's tail lights leak water (in) whenever it rains or the car is washed. I've already replaced both bulb sockets due to corrosion, even though I take the bulbs out and let the fixture dry out before pluggin… --- ## [2 VVT solenoids on 1999 Lexus ES300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-vvt-solenoids-on-1999-lexus-es300/111677)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2018, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-vvt-solenoids-on-1999-lexus-es300/111677 "2018-01-26T03:16:14Z")
VVT replacement job with oil change. $700. Sounds too steep to me. Comments? --- ## [:( Brakes loud squeak after years of best parts replacements repeatedly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-loud-squeak-after-years-of-best-parts-replacements-repeatedly/110218)
**Author:** [@JojoToyo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JojoToyo)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2018, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-loud-squeak-after-years-of-best-parts-replacements-repeatedly/110218 "2018-01-25T23:03:29Z")
Longtime listener, supporter & fan! This car has been great. The only thing that has been returning is this loud squeaking shortly after they clean, lubricate & put in the “best of the best” parts. Starting around 2012,… --- ## [Toyota Corolla Tranny Fluid Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-tranny-fluid-change/111648)
**Author:** [@cmmcd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmmcd)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2018, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corolla-tranny-fluid-change/111648 "2018-01-25T21:47:00Z")
Last summer, we took our Corolla to a family friend mechanic who did a drain and fill tranny change. A few weeks ago, we took the same car to a different mechanic for a required inspection for our car registration. Our t… --- ## [1996 chevrolet 6.5l turbo diesel shuts off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevrolet-6-5l-turbo-diesel-shuts-off-while-driving/111646)
**Author:** [@nmdiesel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nmdiesel)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2018, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevrolet-6-5l-turbo-diesel-shuts-off-while-driving/111646 "2018-01-25T19:01:25Z")
For about a year now, when driving the engine will turn off and startup backup. Sometimes have to pull over and start it back up. I have changed the lower fuel pump, fuel filter and checked all grounds. There are no erro… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=924) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=926)