# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=927 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 928 --- ## [Head Gasket Warranty Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-warranty-advice/111438)
**Author:** [@SNewport](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SNewport)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2018, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-warranty-advice/111438 "2018-01-22T16:50:22Z")
Hello, Looking for advice on dealing with mechanic/NAPA. We had our truck in for repair last year, it was a head-gasket. Truck was at the shop for over month, a day or so after we received it we lost acceleration contr… --- ## [Blown engine oil filter gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-engine-oil-filter-gasket/111565)
**Author:** [@Xjumpman21x](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xjumpman21x)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2018, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-engine-oil-filter-gasket/111565 "2018-01-22T15:18:10Z")
I was refused a blown turbo repair under warranty for my evo x mr. Took it to a shop my friend owns they changed it but they didn’t change the oil. I asked my friend if they changed it he said they should have. He answer… --- ## [Gas smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell/68557)
**Author:** [@gracie908](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gracie908)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell/68557 "2018-01-21T20:17:59Z")
I have a 2002 Kia Sportage and when the heater is on I smell gasoline and it's very strong. Help!!! --- ## [Most Reliable Used European Convertible(80k miles+)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-reliable-used-european-convertible-80k-miles/111497)
**Author:** [@Steven\_Penny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steven_Penny)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-reliable-used-european-convertible-80k-miles/111497 "2018-01-21T17:44:30Z")
If everyone would allow me a little freedom, I know this might get old. I am trying to find a decently reliable European convertible under 20k(less if possible) with under 80k miles, preferably 2008 and on. I don’t make … --- ## [Ford Focus motor mounts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-motor-mounts/111466)
**Author:** [@Logans98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Logans98)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-motor-mounts/111466 "2018-01-21T17:32:09Z")
I have a 2009 Ford Focus that vibrates like crazy at idle. It’s not misfiring and the engine is running normal. I think it’s these hydraulic engine mounts. Has anyone else’s noticed issues with the engine mounts on Ford … --- ## [How can you repair cv boots?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-you-repair-cv-boots/75481)
**Author:** [@debijoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/debijoe)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-you-repair-cv-boots/75481 "2018-01-21T17:21:53Z")
Hi, I have a 2000 Mazda 626 with 100K miles. I recently took it in for a regular service and the mechanic said that the front CV boots are torn. He said it would cost ~$500 to replace them. Is there any way of repairin… --- ## [Replaced hoses with fill and flush, transmission fluid is still leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-hoses-with-fill-and-flush-transmission-fluid-is-still-leaking/111540)
**Author:** [@Melissa\_Pal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Melissa_Pal)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-hoses-with-fill-and-flush-transmission-fluid-is-still-leaking/111540 "2018-01-21T15:16:48Z")
Hello everyone, I picked up my truck a few days ago after having transmission hoses replaced and the transmission flushed and filled. It has been leaking ever since. Right after pickup, I found several drips that sp… --- ## [Temp gauge fluctuates a little](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temp-gauge-fluctuates-a-little/111458)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Gaynor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wesley_Gaynor)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temp-gauge-fluctuates-a-little/111458 "2018-01-21T01:58:49Z")
I have a 1991 ranger 2.9liter xlt 4x4with 77k original miles. I blew a headgasket and replaced it. Also flushed the radiator, replaced 2 temp sensors, thermostat, tps, and iac. The temp gauge was fluctuating up and dow… --- ## [2013 VW Jetta 2.0 stalls while at idle after about 5 minutes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-vw-jetta-2-0-stalls-while-at-idle-after-about-5-minutes/95907)
**Author:** [@Thunder\_Thornton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thunder_Thornton)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-vw-jetta-2-0-stalls-while-at-idle-after-about-5-minutes/95907 "2018-01-21T01:31:10Z")
I was at the pump getting gas. Left the engine running. Put in my $15.00 worth of gas. Put the cap back. Checked to make sure it was tight. Got back in the car to find that the engine had stalled. I thought maybe j… --- ## [Elusive Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elusive-starting-problem/78016)
**Author:** [@DS777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DS777)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/elusive-starting-problem/78016 "2018-01-21T01:25:57Z")
Frustrating problem - which with required details and background - is 1,196 words. Not really a very long read. However - I have not been allowed to post the problem. It keeps refusing to show up. (probably because of… --- ## [Can extreme cold cause timing problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-extreme-cold-cause-timing-problems/111371)
**Author:** [@Dinna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dinna)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2018, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-extreme-cold-cause-timing-problems/111371 "2018-01-21T00:11:01Z")
So I was away for the weekend at a friends my car sat at home in the driveway not being started since Thursday. This morning i went to start it and it cranks and the motor jumps around like it wants to start but dont. It… --- ## [Speakers thudding, static and kicking off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speakers-thudding-static-and-kicking-off/111489)
**Author:** [@Brandon\_Furey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brandon_Furey)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2018, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speakers-thudding-static-and-kicking-off/111489 "2018-01-20T16:30:51Z")
Hey, I have a 2012 ford focus 5 speed manual (not that the transmission matters) and when I got it (used) for some reason when listening to the radio, or with auxillary the speakers make a loud thud and shut off. After I… --- ## [Camshaft engine problems on a ecoboost engine in Ford Transit Cargo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-engine-problems-on-a-ecoboost-engine-in-ford-transit-cargo/111483)
**Author:** [@allweatherbiker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allweatherbiker)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2018, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camshaft-engine-problems-on-a-ecoboost-engine-in-ford-transit-cargo/111483 "2018-01-20T03:08:09Z")
Hey there folks, I am looking to buy a used ford transit cargo van and noticed a few worrying things with its 3.5L ecoboost engine and was hoping you could provide some insight into whats going on? Outward symptoms: Re… --- ## [BMW 650i "hesitates"/loses power under acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-650i-hesitates-loses-power-under-acceleration/77238)
**Author:** [@bcorwin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcorwin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2018, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-650i-hesitates-loses-power-under-acceleration/77238 "2018-01-20T01:30:11Z")
My 2006 650i loses power under moderate to heavy acceleration. If I accelerate from anywhere over 2500rpm, it will accelerate then the engine rpm will drop suddenly by 500-1500rpm, and then will continue to accelerate a… --- ## [Cold and tire pressure warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-and-tire-pressure-warning/111372)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-and-tire-pressure-warning/111372 "2018-01-19T22:35:09Z")
I know that cold reduces pressure, but should it be enough to make my warning sensor go on? No tire is visibly underinflated. Too cold to be messing with a tire gauge. --- ## [After wheel alignment, still pulls to right? How to test?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-wheel-alignment-still-pulls-to-right-how-to-test/111435)
**Author:** [@jayre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayre)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-wheel-alignment-still-pulls-to-right-how-to-test/111435 "2018-01-19T14:00:50Z")
2016 Acura MDX SH-AWD, 41K miles Just got new tires so I decided to get the 4wheel alignment done. Took it to a reputable shop which does alignmentment mostly. To my surprise, it only took 20 minutes and I was told th… --- ## [Old Car Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-problems/111044)
**Author:** [@Sammmie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sammmie)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 7:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-problems/111044 "2018-01-19T07:51:43Z")
The roof of my car looks awful. I thought it needed painting but my neighbor says a good detailing can fix it. He thinks the wax is coming off.Any ideas about how I can tell if that’s all it is? Also, I killed my passen… --- ## [Timing belt or other engine failure?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-or-other-engine-failure/111320)
**Author:** [@Nikolai\_Zhitenev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nikolai_Zhitenev)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-or-other-engine-failure/111320 "2018-01-19T02:51:34Z")
Sienna 2001, currently about 150K miles, I did change the timing belt myself around 90K. Last week, the car stalled on a highway: sudden jump, and engine got silent (it was pretty cold, around 5 F, I don’t know whether … --- ## [Jeep grand cherokee wiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-wiring/111428)
**Author:** [@MDS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MDS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2018, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-wiring/111428 "2018-01-19T00:37:28Z")
I have 2004 4.7 grand cherokee that has this plug with wires on passenger side coming off the main harness and goes down behind the back of motor. \[20180116\_235506\]!\[)can anyone please tell me what it goes to the wire se… --- ## [I need help with my cylinder misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-with-my-cylinder-misfire/111248)
**Author:** [@manualforlife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manualforlife)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-with-my-cylinder-misfire/111248 "2018-01-18T23:22:39Z")
just got a used Hyundai 2001 accent it has 59k miles and the computer is saying there is a cylinder 3 misfire I have replaced the plugs and the code is still there while replacing the plugs there was a small pole of oil … --- ## [Saturn Clutch Gone for Good?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-clutch-gone-for-good/65383)
**Author:** [@mikepierce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikepierce)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-clutch-gone-for-good/65383 "2018-01-18T14:43:28Z")
Hi -- I have a 2001 Saturn SL2, with a manual transmission. The clutch pedal recently gave up -- it goes to the floor with no resistance, and I can't shift. I understand that this car has a hydraulic clutch, and that t… --- ## [2007 Ford Explorer Heater - mechanic question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-heater-mechanic-question/111402)
**Author:** [@cowgoesmoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cowgoesmoo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 11:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-heater-mechanic-question/111402 "2018-01-18T11:46:40Z")
The cold Minnesota winter killed my battery and uncovered a thermostat problem, so both items were replaced last week. But it isn’t really about that… Up until those were replaced, my heater has always worked like a ch… --- ## [Driver door latch actuator damaged who is at fault](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-door-latch-actuator-damaged-who-is-at-fault/111384)
**Author:** [@Tonyb27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tonyb27)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 6:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-door-latch-actuator-damaged-who-is-at-fault/111384 "2018-01-18T06:14:21Z")
Hello, My car stalled during a cold New York day. I called roadside. They came to jumpstart my car. The roadside tech used an air bag to pump open the door and used a rod to pry open the lock. When he left, the power … --- ## [Smoke coming from under hood?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-coming-from-under-hood/111205)
**Author:** [@mlmills98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mlmills98)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-coming-from-under-hood/111205 "2018-01-18T04:06:07Z")
I’ve recently inherited my moms 1996 Nissan to take with me to college. Normally I drive to work and back, including the additional store trip if I feel up to it. As of recently, I was driving and started to smell an odd… --- ## ['99 Camry - Engine Cranks but Won't Catch - Video/Audio Inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-camry-engine-cranks-but-wont-catch-video-audio-inside/111389)
**Author:** [@travisbklein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/travisbklein)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-camry-engine-cranks-but-wont-catch-video-audio-inside/111389 "2018-01-18T03:57:41Z")
I let it sit too long, battery only had 9v (multimeter tested). I charged it to 12.8v externally, put it back in car. Car started perfectly, closed the hood and 3 seconds later the car just shut off. The car previously… --- ## [Bearings and sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearings-and-sensors/111334)
**Author:** [@Mamajones1111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mamajones1111)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearings-and-sensors/111334 "2018-01-18T03:57:33Z")
hey all. Just replaced the ball joint and wheel bearimg (drivers size). Now I have my check engine light, ABS light, cruise control, hill assist light all on…AND my fan is running constantly. Help a grandma out!!! --- ## ['06 Fusion SE Wont Move Left CV axle shot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-fusion-se-wont-move-left-cv-axle-shot/111311)
**Author:** [@fusionse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fusionse)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-fusion-se-wont-move-left-cv-axle-shot/111311 "2018-01-18T03:44:26Z")
I have a 06 Fusion SE Auto with 233k miles. I had to pull over and have it towed home because I it suddenly just stopped turning the wheels (like in neutral). I can move the shifter but whenever shift into park it makes … --- ## [With 15W40 oil at 6\*F the old Blazer started](https://community.cartalk.com/t/with-15w40-oil-at-6-f-the-old-blazer-started/111411)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2018, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/with-15w40-oil-at-6-f-the-old-blazer-started/111411 "2018-01-18T03:11:31Z")
After more than 2 weeks without starting and the overnight temperature down to 6F I took the Blazer to do some running this morning. With 15W40 oil and a 5 year old battery it did turn over somewhat feebly but started an… --- ## [Bumper Replacement for 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-replacement-for-2007-chevy-silverado-1500/111346)
**Author:** [@rissa\_soto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rissa_soto)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-replacement-for-2007-chevy-silverado-1500/111346 "2018-01-17T23:02:52Z")
Needing help with bumper replacement. I need to know which parts I’ll need and if you have any external links like YouTube etc that could potentially help, that’d be great! Any help is appreciated! Since I am a new user… --- ## [Power Steering Fluid Overflow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-overflow/111381)
**Author:** [@stellaontheroad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stellaontheroad)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-overflow/111381 "2018-01-17T18:36:21Z")
My mechanic told me that Ford Focus Station Wagon 2003 has a leak in the power steering reservoir and in the line. I’m currently on a road trip, and have just been topping off the power steering fluid whenever it got low… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=926) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=928)