# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=935 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 936 --- ## ["Check oil" light on (Impala)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-oil-light-on-impala/110183)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-oil-light-on-impala/110183 "2017-12-13T04:04:30Z")
My son rented this used Impala. There is a dashboard warning light “check oil”. The oil on the dipstick is somewhat overfull and rather dirty. Does anyone know what this warning means? Could it be, in its own damaged and… --- ## [Dash warning lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-warning-lights/110273)
**Author:** [@Thrice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thrice)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-warning-lights/110273 "2017-12-13T03:26:40Z")
I have a 2009 Pontiac vibe 2.4l that has been acting strange. 6 months ago my whole instrument cluster lit up with a warning lights I lost power steering, one headlight and windshield wipers. It did this on and off for t… --- ## [Chevrolet ticking under 1000 RPM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-ticking-under-1000-rpm/110252)
**Author:** [@Ebrahim\_Abdalla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ebrahim_Abdalla)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-ticking-under-1000-rpm/110252 "2017-12-13T03:21:17Z")
Hello fellow car enthusiasts, I bought a second-hand car about 2 months ago which started developing a ticking sound from the engine bay. The sound started 2 weeks after putting the wrong weight oil. I put 20w-50 in the… --- ## [Bumper Scratch Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-scratch-repair/110235)
**Author:** [@SA\_N](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SA_N)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2017, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-scratch-repair/110235 "2017-12-13T03:18:51Z")
I scraped the front passenger side of my car along a curb and the scratches look pretty deep. How can I go about repairing these deep bumper scratches? The only items I have are 1500 and 3000 grit 3M sandpaper, Meguiar’s… --- ## [Brand new Camry with crappy Hankook Kinergy tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-camry-with-crappy-hankook-kinergy-tires/110227)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2017, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-new-camry-with-crappy-hankook-kinergy-tires/110227 "2017-12-12T14:43:06Z")
I have a 2018 Camry SE with almost 500 miles. So far so good except for the tires that came with it…I feel a bit of wandering while driving on the interstate between 70 and 75 mph. I wonder if tires can cause wandering? … --- ## [Check Gages light on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-gages-light-on/108949)
**Author:** [@Nicholasvillanueva1996](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicholasvillanueva1996)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2017, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-gages-light-on/108949 "2017-12-12T03:53:05Z")
The check gages light has gone on and off alot when i first bought the car, when it comes on, the gas tank drops to empty even when i just filled it up. It does all the time now, ive gotten the oil changes done so it cou… --- ## [Adjusting/Aiming Headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-aiming-headlights/110226)
**Author:** [@Jeremy-Wilcox-Wilcox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeremy-Wilcox-Wilcox)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2017, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adjusting-aiming-headlights/110226 "2017-12-12T03:43:04Z")
Hi there. I swapped out the headlight assemblies on my 2008 Sonata (since they were so incredibly foggy) and when I put them in, the headlight aim on one side is quite low (the other is only somewhat low). I found the … --- ## [Hond Fit issue brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hond-fit-issue-brakes/110121)
**Author:** [@coaster99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coaster99)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2017, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hond-fit-issue-brakes/110121 "2017-12-12T03:06:19Z")
'09 with 95,000 miles. Hi. There is a squeaking sound coming from the front wheel area. It goes away but returns after a while. As soon as I even press lightly on brakes it stops. Took it to shop week ago when it wa… --- ## [Curbed my tire, failed inspection. Options?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curbed-my-tire-failed-inspection-options/109983)
**Author:** [@Hlve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hlve)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curbed-my-tire-failed-inspection-options/109983 "2017-12-11T22:11:36Z")
Hi all, Curious if the typical “of sidewall is damaged, replace” rule exists if there is no apparent gash. Or if there is any recommendations on ways to fix this (ie superglue a piece of rubber in its’ place, etc) to ge… --- ## [Water Drip from Muffler Seam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-drip-from-muffler-seam/110149)
**Author:** [@RKomar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RKomar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-drip-from-muffler-seam/110149 "2017-12-11T16:42:55Z")
Hello! Thank you for letting me join the CarTalk community. I have a 2015 Honda Accord, V6, dual mufflers. There is a water drip from the seam closest to the exhaust pipe on my driver side muffler. There is no drip u… --- ## [2002 Kia Sportage rear window will not roll up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-kia-sportage-rear-window-will-not-roll-up/110207)
**Author:** [@Colten\_Nye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Colten_Nye)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-kia-sportage-rear-window-will-not-roll-up/110207 "2017-12-11T16:23:25Z")
The window will roll down but not up from both the driver controls and the offending door. I was able to get the window back up by taking the door apart and reversing the harness connector while pressing the window down… --- ## [2009 Dodge Challenger tension strut](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-challenger-tension-strut/110201)
**Author:** [@ledhed75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ledhed75)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-dodge-challenger-tension-strut/110201 "2017-12-11T16:14:57Z")
All, I have a 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T, with the 5.7 V8. It has around 112K miles on it. Lately I’ve been trying to chase down a strange noise coming from the front right (passenger) side wheel area. It’s something lik… --- ## [HELP Timing Belt Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-timing-belt-forester/110192)
**Author:** [@eldete](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eldete)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-timing-belt-forester/110192 "2017-12-11T16:13:03Z")
Timing belt photos Hi All! So I’m a new member but long time advice seeker of the community. I have two 2003 Subaru foresters that Ive been breathing life into for many years. My wifes car is the base model and has 160… --- ## [Is it worth replacing an engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-replacing-an-engine/57969)
**Author:** [@Barassa7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barassa7)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-replacing-an-engine/57969 "2017-12-11T16:10:58Z")
Hello everyone....I am stumped and really would love some perspective and advice. I have a 2005 Hyundai Tucson that just clocked over 100K. I recently had the timing belt and water pump replaced for maintenance purpose… --- ## [Car stalling at low RPM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-at-low-rpm/95812)
**Author:** [@CobaltOwner82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CobaltOwner82)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalling-at-low-rpm/95812 "2017-12-11T06:13:56Z")
Make: Chevy Model: Cobalt LS Year: 2005 Mileage: 120000 So I'm having this problem with my engine stalling at low RPM. The RPM goes to 0 and the engine shuts off. This only happens when travelling at low speeds (e.g… --- ## [Intermittent Signal Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-signal-light/110211)
**Author:** [@verage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/verage)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2017, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-signal-light/110211 "2017-12-11T04:01:48Z")
Good day all, I have an issue with my left turning signal. When it is active it will work but will be dimmer than the right turning signal. I have changed lamps, as well swapped the lamp housings to see if the snag move… --- ## [2013 Accord V6 engine noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-accord-v6-engine-noise/82286)
**Author:** [@glm3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glm3)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 7:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-accord-v6-engine-noise/82286 "2017-12-10T19:50:57Z")
My 2013 Accord V6 EX-L with 5,000 miles emits a strange sound, under certain circumstances. The sound is hard to describe but reminds me of the old days when your engine would "ping" or "knock" if you used gas with too … --- ## [Died when deacceleration then after start acceleration, now cranks but wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/died-when-deacceleration-then-after-start-acceleration-now-cranks-but-wont-start/110175)
**Author:** [@Lav\_Ender](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lav_Ender)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/died-when-deacceleration-then-after-start-acceleration-now-cranks-but-wont-start/110175 "2017-12-10T18:38:31Z")
I changed and gapped the sparkplugs, checked the fuel filter and pump so far --- ## [2005 Dodge Grand Caravan ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan/110163)
**Author:** [@Kyra\_Colbert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kyra_Colbert)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan/110163 "2017-12-10T05:33:35Z")
I was driving my vehicle and I didn’t allow it to warm up but I sat after starting it up for 5 mins and I then pulled off i cut on my DVD player and then started to cut my heat in and my battery light came on and my stee… --- ## [Ford escape stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-stalling/110158)
**Author:** [@Gabriel\_Aguilera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gabriel_Aguilera)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-stalling/110158 "2017-12-10T01:36:38Z")
I have a 2007 ford escape. I t has been sputtering and stalling. I have replaced the fuel pump, the tps, coils, plugs, fuel filter, had the fuel injectors cleaned. I’m stumped. The only other thing I have seen is transmi… --- ## [Car stalls when coasting in neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-when-coasting-in-neutral/110129)
**Author:** [@Trackpackmustang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trackpackmustang)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-when-coasting-in-neutral/110129 "2017-12-10T01:16:53Z")
Last week I installed a JLT CAI and got a custom tune from someone local. Before the tune and CAI intake everything was fine but here lately when I’m driving in any gear come up to a stop and shift to neutral my RPMS dec… --- ## [CCA specs on batteries; north \[cold\] or south \[hot\] climates, an important factor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cca-specs-on-batteries-north-cold-or-south-hot-climates-an-important-factor/41242)
**Author:** [@voiceover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/voiceover)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cca-specs-on-batteries-north-cold-or-south-hot-climates-an-important-factor/41242 "2017-12-10T01:15:23Z")
so, i'm buying a new battery in detroit, for my Nissan, just recently driven from Texas, in november. i thought the batt i had was ok, but after freezing days/nights it didn't crank the motor. Sears shop said, "bad batte… --- ## [Car pulls left and wobbles noticably](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulls-left-and-wobbles-noticably/33009)
**Author:** [@McMaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/McMaster)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pulls-left-and-wobbles-noticably/33009 "2017-12-10T01:06:43Z")
Hi all, All of a sudden, just a couple of days ago, my car started pulling left, pretty hard, and I feel a wobbling sensation in the left tire as well as the steering wheel. From everything I've read, I thought it wa… --- ## [VW Running hotter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-running-hotter/110107)
**Author:** [@Edward\_Hatherley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edward_Hatherley)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2017, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-running-hotter/110107 "2017-12-10T00:14:35Z")
Hello group… Back in the summer on a 30° day, my heater hose blew. I replaced the hose and topped it up with antifreeze. Now however, my engine temperature runs hotter. Used to run consistently at the half way mark, b… --- ## [Whose engines have forged crankshafts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whose-engines-have-forged-crankshafts/110114)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whose-engines-have-forged-crankshafts/110114 "2017-12-09T16:48:32Z")
My 1999 Honda Civic EX has a forged steel crankshaft and connecting rods. That may be a big factor in how smooth and easy revving the engine is, and how well it is doing at 179,000+ miles. Who still puts forged cranksha… --- ## [Accelerate very slow and rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accelerate-very-slow-and-rough/110135)
**Author:** [@Henry\_fain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Henry_fain)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 5:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accelerate-very-slow-and-rough/110135 "2017-12-09T05:15:06Z")
Hi I have a 1996 buick park ave from stop it accelerate very slow if i ease into the gas slightly it will speed up but very slow. If i press the gas harder it spits sputters and backfires it’s hard for me to accelerate f… --- ## [Volvo 240 Won't Start in Wet Weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-wont-start-in-wet-weather/89743)
**Author:** [@nfrishbe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nfrishbe)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-wont-start-in-wet-weather/89743 "2017-12-09T01:41:23Z")
Hi folks, My 1988 Volvo 240 DL often has trouble starting in the rain (I've usually managed to get it going, but it often takes several attempts). I have been told by a friend that he had the same problem with his '86… --- ## [I think I have a leak in the fuel system: how do I find it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-think-i-have-a-leak-in-the-fuel-system-how-do-i-find-it/109834)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-think-i-have-a-leak-in-the-fuel-system-how-do-i-find-it/109834 "2017-12-09T00:26:22Z")
I hadn’t driven since last February and had run the tank dry then. I knew I’d have to drive this week when a friend visited, so I prepared it last week by buying a can’s worth of gas, driving to the station, filling up.… --- ## [My Olds Aurora is misfiring and backfiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-olds-aurora-is-misfiring-and-backfiring/110098)
**Author:** [@wyattspoppa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wyattspoppa)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-olds-aurora-is-misfiring-and-backfiring/110098 "2017-12-09T00:24:18Z")
Hey Guys Quick history, My car was backfiring last month, my shadetree mechanic changed out the plugs, plug wires, tranny filter oil and filter and the backfires stopped, they are back. My 96 Olds is backfiring when I … --- ## [2004 Pontiac Grand Am won't start unless battery is first disconnected](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start-unless-battery-is-first-disconnected/63995)
**Author:** [@sagnea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sagnea)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2017, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start-unless-battery-is-first-disconnected/63995 "2017-12-09T00:11:06Z")
2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT, 3.4L V6...It only starts if the battery has been disconnected for at least an hour and then is immediately reconnected prior to use. Once the block is hot, however, it starts flawlessly and rep… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=934) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=936)