# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=928 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 929 --- ## [OBD2 code help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-code-help/111268)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-code-help/111268 "2018-01-17T14:57:49Z")
My daughter brought her 2010 base Cobalt home today after having the CEL lit for a couple days last week. This was when it was around zero overnight; cold for us in MD. The CEL is off now when the engine is running. When… --- ## [Car turns over and then makes a sound at start up. Any suggestions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-turns-over-and-then-makes-a-sound-at-start-up-any-suggestions/111365)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Maiello](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe_Maiello)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-turns-over-and-then-makes-a-sound-at-start-up-any-suggestions/111365 "2018-01-17T03:22:04Z")
Hello. So, my car started making a sound recently as I start her up. I turn the key and it turns over properly but just as the motor starts she makes a noise that almost sound like rubber belt being rubbed against some… --- ## [New brakes grind and fail and i slide while trying to stop hard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brakes-grind-and-fail-and-i-slide-while-trying-to-stop-hard/111362)
**Author:** [@Joel\_Slovinski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joel_Slovinski)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brakes-grind-and-fail-and-i-slide-while-trying-to-stop-hard/111362 "2018-01-17T03:12:39Z")
I just changed front brake pads and rotors and now when i stop hard my brakes grind and kinda give out and i slide what did i do wrong --- ## [2001 Taurus won't fire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-taurus-wont-fire/111271)
**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-taurus-wont-fire/111271 "2018-01-17T01:45:54Z")
2001 Ford Taurus. 3.0L, 6 cyl., 80K mi. Won’t start, doesn’t fire. Brand new fuel filter last April (77k), fuel system cleaned at same time, and ignition wires replaced then, also. Plugs all replaced 2/16 (74.5 K). St… --- ## [Battery shield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-shield/111093)
**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-shield/111093 "2018-01-17T00:00:05Z")
I changed the battery in our 19 yr old Chrysler this weekend and was reminded that there is a battery shield that has lasted all these years. The battery is in the front on the driver’s side and in front of (and to the … --- ## [Can car be low on coolant and temp gauge still be fine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-car-be-low-on-coolant-and-temp-gauge-still-be-fine/111325)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-car-be-low-on-coolant-and-temp-gauge-still-be-fine/111325 "2018-01-16T20:44:16Z")
Looks like I got a leek I gotta get checked out since right now it way to cold to do the work myself but I filled the rad and tank back up about 2 days ago and I just checked both and it’s missing a good amount. A 15 min… --- ## [2010 Dodge Caliber Transmission rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-caliber-transmission-rebuild/111305)
**Author:** [@nbpt100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbpt100)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-caliber-transmission-rebuild/111305 "2018-01-16T17:51:51Z")
A friend whose Dodge Caibler with a CVT transmission just died. He took it to a shop that wanted a little over $4K to rebuild the tranny. It Seems very high but this is a CVT and I am just checking in to see what a typ… --- ## [Engine block has a hole, should I replace engine block or engine assembly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-block-has-a-hole-should-i-replace-engine-block-or-engine-assembly/111135)
**Author:** [@Noonamee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noonamee)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-block-has-a-hole-should-i-replace-engine-block-or-engine-assembly/111135 "2018-01-16T16:16:29Z")
I forgot to leave the water in the cooling system and the worst thing happened when temperature dropped below 19. The engine block is cracked and there’s even a hole on the engine block! I wonder if changing the block o… --- ## [Help! Service/Dealership Irresponsible](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-service-dealership-irresponsible/111327)
**Author:** [@Jc1234568](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jc1234568)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-service-dealership-irresponsible/111327 "2018-01-16T15:46:32Z")
We purchased a Jeep Cherokee 2017 New December 2016. After 5k miles, the car would slow down, display the oil change light, then turn off. The settings show oil at 38%, so we took it to the dealership’s service. They wer… --- ## [2009 Civic LX- Trouble starting on occasion. Suggestions needed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-civic-lx-trouble-starting-on-occasion-suggestions-needed/110333)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Maiello](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe_Maiello)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-civic-lx-trouble-starting-on-occasion-suggestions-needed/110333 "2018-01-16T14:53:41Z")
Greetings All, So, every other day or so when I turn my key to start her up, nothing happens. I usually have to turn it two times before my car starts up normally. It began a few weeks ago and would strain to turn ov… --- ## [I accidentally put windshield washer fluid in the coolant reservoir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-accidentally-put-windshield-washer-fluid-in-the-coolant-reservoir/111229)
**Author:** [@Licorice\_Quinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Licorice_Quinn)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-accidentally-put-windshield-washer-fluid-in-the-coolant-reservoir/111229 "2018-01-16T05:00:38Z")
I accidentally put windshield washer fluid in the coolant reservoir of my friends 2015 Altima. I was borrowing it and a light came on saying it was low. I put maybe a 1/4 gallon or less in. Will it cause any damage? Do I… --- ## [Losing my mind trying to install this radio!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-my-mind-trying-to-install-this-radio/111317)
**Author:** [@Jeffery\_Patton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffery_Patton)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2018, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-my-mind-trying-to-install-this-radio/111317 "2018-01-16T03:31:45Z")
I have a 2002 ford focus zts. I’m trying to install a new radio because the volume dial on my Ford radio (model 4600N) is borked. The one I’m trying to install is a Boss model 611UAB. --- ## [Mercedes benzz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benzz/109704)
**Author:** [@James\_james](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James_james)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2018, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benzz/109704 "2018-01-15T23:12:19Z")
I was on the express way and I heard a pop noise when I was driving, when I got to my destination I noticed I couldn’t reverse any thoughts or suggestions? --- ## [Low Tire Pressure on 2018 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-tire-pressure-on-2018-honda-accord/110886)
**Author:** [@PatSmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatSmith)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2018, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-tire-pressure-on-2018-honda-accord/110886 "2018-01-15T16:59:09Z")
So i got the new Honda Accord LX & it comes with choice of Nitrogen for Tires, it’s new so i don’t think it’s in the new tires. I need to get it in. On the Dash board is says “Low Tire Pressure” Should i be concerned… --- ## [Electrical/Warning Lights Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-warning-lights-issues/111188)
**Author:** [@masterc34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/masterc34)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2018, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-warning-lights-issues/111188 "2018-01-15T08:14:35Z")
Hi all, Hope you are all fine and you and yours have had a relaxing holiday period, and now fully geared up for 2018! On Saturday morning I started my car, it stuttered unusually, but started okay. However, the ABS, Sp… --- ## [2017 Camry - alignment problems been to dealer twice and still bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-camry-alignment-problems-been-to-dealer-twice-and-still-bad/108773)
**Author:** [@ToddKOC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToddKOC)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-camry-alignment-problems-been-to-dealer-twice-and-still-bad/108773 "2018-01-14T20:33:01Z")
This is my first post. I have a 10 month old 2017 Camry LE with Firestone OEM tires. It started pulling to the right about a month ago (about 1000 mi after last service (oil change and tire rotation)). I don’t remembe… --- ## [Went over a curb, what to check for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/went-over-a-curb-what-to-check-for/111278)
**Author:** [@kolby12309](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kolby12309)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/went-over-a-curb-what-to-check-for/111278 "2018-01-14T16:14:45Z")
About 3 weeks ago I was driving along when i lost traction in the back and hopped a curb at 15-20ish and plowed through a fire hydrant. The bumper has some cracks in it, and this is seemingly the only damage. there is no… --- ## [Coolant Leak/Radiator Drain Petcock Spinning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-radiator-drain-petcock-spinning/111265)
**Author:** [@Danielle\_Marie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danielle_Marie)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-radiator-drain-petcock-spinning/111265 "2018-01-14T15:01:46Z")
After getting an oil change, the place I went to mentioned I need some coolant service. I searched around to get another price and opinion. The mechanic I went to told me that I have a coolant leak and that I would nee… --- ## [2004 Pontiac Sunfire stalling issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-sunfire-stalling-issues/111286)
**Author:** [@Kaitlyn\_Gawley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaitlyn_Gawley)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-sunfire-stalling-issues/111286 "2018-01-14T11:24:45Z")
I have had random stalling while driving over the past 4 weeks, have had the car in and out of the shop, replaced air box, idle air control valve and ignition switch, we have cleaned the throttle body and tested fuel lin… --- ## [Where can I get brake rotors resurfaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-get-brake-rotors-resurfaced/46971)
**Author:** [@popof9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/popof9)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-get-brake-rotors-resurfaced/46971 "2018-01-14T02:46:18Z")
Can I take it to any independent mechanic or should I go to a chain like Meineke? --- ## [Automatic shifter won't come out of Park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-shifter-wont-come-out-of-park/111043)
**Author:** [@Kristina\_Edwards-Holder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kristina_Edwards-Holder)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-shifter-wont-come-out-of-park/111043 "2018-01-14T02:26:44Z")
I have a 2005 Mazda Tribute that when the temperature drops cold, it won’t come out of park. The past 2 years now when it gets cold outside I can’t get the button on the shifter pressed in to put it in gear. I have to wa… --- ## [Carbed 89 justy starts then dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbed-89-justy-starts-then-dies/110398)
**Author:** [@deegore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deegore)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2018, 1:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbed-89-justy-starts-then-dies/110398 "2018-01-14T01:52:00Z")
This has been a problem for a long time and I’m out of ideas. Carburetor is a weber 32/36 DGEV. I have the fast idle set to about 2300rpm. Idle speed is at 1000rpm. When it’s cold I pump it once to the floor and it st… --- ## [How do you remove this 02 Sensor adapter/plug/connector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-remove-this-02-sensor-adapter-plug-connector/111212)
**Author:** [@sonata2006](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonata2006)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2018, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-remove-this-02-sensor-adapter-plug-connector/111212 "2018-01-13T23:46:38Z")
I will be trying to remove and replace an 02 sensor. I was trying to get a jump start tonight and at least unplug the 02 connector. I have been trying (embarrassingly) for the last 30 plus minutes. I know the grey part … --- ## [Lease vs buy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-vs-buy/9155)
**Author:** [@jaxlw1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaxlw1)\ **Replies:** 113\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2018, 5:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-vs-buy/9155 "2018-01-13T17:26:57Z")
When (if ever) is it better to lease a car rather than buying? --- ## [Power Windows, locks, presets no longer working!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows-locks-presets-no-longer-working/111258)
**Author:** [@James\_Showers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James_Showers)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2018, 2:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows-locks-presets-no-longer-working/111258 "2018-01-13T14:44:12Z")
Went to my car this morning, unlocked doors via key fob, all doors unlocked. Get in car go to hit preset… nothing, then check Windows nothing, mirrors again nothing, tried other door panels nothing. Tried my key fob aga… --- ## [Jeep won't start unless I disconnect and reconnect the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-wont-start-unless-i-disconnect-and-reconnect-the-battery/111237)
**Author:** [@gcljeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gcljeep)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2018, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-wont-start-unless-i-disconnect-and-reconnect-the-battery/111237 "2018-01-13T01:16:59Z")
Hi. I started having issues with my Jeep Wrangler after I noticed the door lock has been tampered with (looks like someone tried to open it with a screw driver). My jeep will start fine, but I cannot take it out of PAR… --- ## [Lights turning on every time I brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lights-turning-on-every-time-i-brake/111244)
**Author:** [@L.fletcher14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/L.fletcher14)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2018, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lights-turning-on-every-time-i-brake/111244 "2018-01-13T01:00:26Z")
Can someone tell me what is wrong with my Nissan Altima!? Every time I even touch the brakes my cab light comes on and my ‘door ajar’ light comes on! It doesn’t happen when the car is off. The cab lights started coming o… --- ## [Why does ignition timing jump around w/computerized electronic ignition?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-ignition-timing-jump-around-w-computerized-electronic-ignition/111106)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2018, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-ignition-timing-jump-around-w-computerized-electronic-ignition/111106 "2018-01-12T23:33:16Z")
This isn’t a problem, just something I’m curious about. On all the car engines I’ve tuned prior to my 4AFE Corolla, the timing mark (when using a timing light) stays at constant position (say 10 deg BTC) at idle. It va… --- ## [Bad Gas? Any other possibility?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-any-other-possibility/110993)
**Author:** [@u2jrmw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/u2jrmw)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2018, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-gas-any-other-possibility/110993 "2018-01-12T20:31:26Z")
Here is my story, looking for some sanity and advice. On Wednesday lunchtime I left work and drove 5 minuted to the nearby gas station. I filled my tank which was pretty low with Amoco Ultimate. I started my journey hom… --- ## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo gas tank cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-laredo-gas-tank-cover/111181)
**Author:** [@Katie\_Small](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katie_Small)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2018, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-laredo-gas-tank-cover/111181 "2018-01-12T19:22:55Z")
This morning I started to hear a banging noise. Looks like the cover over my gas tank is loose. Is this a fix immediately problem, is the cover just a cover or does it being loose affect the actual gas tank. Mostly, i… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=927) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=929)