# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=938 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 939 --- ## [Honda Accord 2010 V6 Check Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2010-v6-check-engine-light/109700)
**Author:** [@D\_s\_Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D_s_Honda)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2010-v6-check-engine-light/109700 "2017-11-29T20:15:01Z")
Hi Guys, So today my check engine light came on and had it checked. It says “P3400 Cylinder Deactivation System Bank 1.” I have no idea where to go from here. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you! 2010 … --- ## [Sta-bil question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sta-bil-question/109804)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sta-bil-question/109804 "2017-11-29T15:38:00Z")
I added sta-bil to a 2011 honda accord I don’t drive much. I didn’t use a funnel. Is there anything stopping it from going into the gas tank like an anti-siphon valve? --- ## [Water Pump Leak...Again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-leak-again/109796)
**Author:** [@Tatertot1989](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tatertot1989)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-leak-again/109796 "2017-11-29T05:34:46Z")
Hi everyone! I drive a 1998 Jeep Cherokee, 4L 6C. I’m about to replace my water pump gasket for the 3rd time. Every time I do it, the coolant starts leaking again after a few months. I think I’m using a quality gasket. … --- ## [2011 Impala: Self-Re-program New Key?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-impala-self-re-program-new-key/109548)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-impala-self-re-program-new-key/109548 "2017-11-29T05:11:24Z")
2011 Impala: Self-Re-program New Key? My father’s car up in New England. He had cut a new key at a lumber yard and apparently had it re-programmed at the dealer, but the key has never worked properly. It gets stuck in … --- ## [$62,000 Snapon Tool Box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/62-000-snapon-tool-box/109686)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/62-000-snapon-tool-box/109686 "2017-11-29T04:53:31Z")
At least he knows where all his tools are! Tester --- ## [Brand of spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-spark-plugs/109792)
**Author:** [@bobc2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobc2)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brand-of-spark-plugs/109792 "2017-11-29T03:44:48Z")
I recently replaced the spark plugs in my Impala with Autolite spark plugs. My car was just in the shop for another issue and they said it needs AC/Delco spark plugs. Does the brand really matter? (2003 Impala) --- ## [Chevy venture 99](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-venture-99/109794)
**Author:** [@PitchblackVenom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PitchblackVenom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-venture-99/109794 "2017-11-29T03:39:37Z")
Woke up to two new noises today; the first one sounds a bit like chirping while in drive & stops when the brake is depressed. The second is in reverse only sounds like a rear tire issue “cranking noise” any help is welco… --- ## [Mystery Battery Discharge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-battery-discharge/109545)
**Author:** [@AgentEd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AgentEd)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-battery-discharge/109545 "2017-11-29T02:17:30Z")
My daughter recently started working at the local Taco Bell :taco:. Almost everyday she finishes her shift at around 3 PM. Many times the battery is dead or almost dead and I have to jump start the car. On her days off o… --- ## [ABS light comes on, A/C goes out on 96 Tahoe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-light-comes-on-a-c-goes-out-on-96-tahoe/104712)
**Author:** [@PaulG1701](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulG1701)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-light-comes-on-a-c-goes-out-on-96-tahoe/104712 "2017-11-28T19:35:36Z")
This happens randomly. The ABS light will turn on and the Air Condition goes out. No A/C and no fan. Then the ABS light will go out and the A/C comes back on. I can't reproduce this. My mechanic can't find the probl… --- ## [Fuse Box overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-box-overheating/109740)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_Shaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_Shaw)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-box-overheating/109740 "2017-11-28T17:52:38Z")
This is for a 2003 Buick Lesabre Limited. The fuse box under the rear seat gets hot and the vehicle won’t crank or start. already checked the alternator and battery which are good but something is killing the battery wit… --- ## [98 civic was driving then wouldnt accelerate while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-civic-was-driving-then-wouldnt-accelerate-while-driving/109746)
**Author:** [@kboss2485](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kboss2485)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-civic-was-driving-then-wouldnt-accelerate-while-driving/109746 "2017-11-28T16:13:41Z")
While I was driving, I was shifting into 4th gear and it wouldn’t accelerate, I would give it gas, shift into every other gear, and no acceleration, MPH gauge stayed at 0 while giving it gas and in every gear I could shi… --- ## [Right Front Speed Sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-front-speed-sensor/109720)
**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-front-speed-sensor/109720 "2017-11-28T04:38:46Z")
I have a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe with 230K miles on it, 2WD. CEL came on tonight. I scanned Tahoe with my DIY scanner and it comes up as missing/faulty front right speed sensor. What exactly does a speed sensor do and ho… --- ## [AC clutch makes noise when it is engaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-makes-noise-when-it-is-engaged/109722)
**Author:** [@Nkrumah\_Frazier1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nkrumah_Frazier1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-makes-noise-when-it-is-engaged/109722 "2017-11-28T04:33:18Z")
I have a 2007 Hyundai Tucson. I installed a remanufactured AC compressor and the clutch makes noise when it is engaged. It does it when the AC is turned off and when the AC is on. The noise stops when the clutch disengag… --- ## [07 Murano acceleration issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-murano-acceleration-issue/109719)
**Author:** [@Seanlof](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seanlof)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-murano-acceleration-issue/109719 "2017-11-28T04:24:09Z")
I have an 07 murano SL AWD. Recently replaced all 4 brakes, along with the front left wheel speed sensor because the tip of the old sensor was broken off somehow. My current issue is that shortly after driving, within … --- ## [P0301 flashing engine light - how far can I drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0301-flashing-engine-light-how-far-can-i-drive/109671)
**Author:** [@Paul\_Lee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul_Lee)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0301-flashing-engine-light-how-far-can-i-drive/109671 "2017-11-28T04:15:19Z")
So, 50 miles left to in-laws engine light flashes and car starts to run a little rough. We make it. Dad has a code reader and we read P0301. Can we drive the 350 miles back in Thanksgiving traffic (Northeast traffic) and… --- ## [2005 Honda Pilot Leaking Near Radiator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot-leaking-near-radiator/109698)
**Author:** [@part-throttle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/part-throttle)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot-leaking-near-radiator/109698 "2017-11-28T02:55:57Z")
Hello All! Our 2005 Honda Pilot is at it again, causing problems. It is a Wisconsin car and has 150k miles on it. During a routine oil change and tire rotation in the driveway, we found the plastic cowling under the r… --- ## [Slow leak in new tire, just like in old tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-leak-in-new-tire-just-like-in-old-tire/109683)
**Author:** [@mpb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpb)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-leak-in-new-tire-just-like-in-old-tire/109683 "2017-11-28T01:57:36Z")
For about the last 6 months, about every 2 weeks my tire pressure monitor would indicate that the right rear tire needs air. I would use a pressure gauge to verify that the pressure was low, and then fill it to the … --- ## [Water radiator is bubbling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-radiator-is-bubbling/109277)
**Author:** [@dhiaa12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dhiaa12)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2017, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-radiator-is-bubbling/109277 "2017-11-27T22:54:13Z")
Hello guys, Before two months I had the blastic tank mounted on radiator head leaking so I replaced it then after two weaks The internal heater core leaked. So i Suspect there is something wrong with the car. May be pre… --- ## [Can I use this oil filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-this-oil-filter/109678)
**Author:** [@jspe8437](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jspe8437)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2017, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-this-oil-filter/109678 "2017-11-27T18:34:11Z")
I have an 04 Nissan Sentra and I’m using conventional 5w-30 oil in it. Can I or should I use Premium Guard Extended Life oil filters on my car? It seems like a high end oil filter. This oil filter is for synthetic oil up… --- ## [Does the engine oil lose its properties if it is drained in the pan and returned back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-the-engine-oil-lose-its-properties-if-it-is-drained-in-the-pan-and-returned-back/109703)
**Author:** [@RZAmnt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RZAmnt)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2017, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-the-engine-oil-lose-its-properties-if-it-is-drained-in-the-pan-and-returned-back/109703 "2017-11-27T18:19:08Z")
Is the synthetic engine oil hygroscopic (like brake fluid, or AC compessor oil)? Does the oil lose its properties if it is drained in the pan and returned in engine again an hour later? Yesterday I had to drain the engi… --- ## [Low compression on my Spartan rebuilt engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-compression-on-my-spartan-rebuilt-engine/109661)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2017, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-compression-on-my-spartan-rebuilt-engine/109661 "2017-11-27T00:49:32Z")
1994 F150, 215k mi, ~3k mi on rebuilt engine. I purchased and installed a rebuilt 4.9L I6 engine for my F150 after a massive oil leak trashed the factory engine. I had been driving it for a few months, and had got nearl… --- ## [Let's See Your Shop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-see-your-shop/109689)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-see-your-shop/109689 "2017-11-26T22:52:37Z")
Here’s mine. \[SHOP 1\] \[SHOP 3\] And those overhead bins that Snapon charges $1200 for are just old design Steel Case over head bin office furniture. I went to a used office furniture store and got all those bins for l… --- ## [Battery Warning light comes on a 2500 plus RPM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-warning-light-comes-on-a-2500-plus-rpm/109688)
**Author:** [@butl3065](https://community.cartalk.com/u/butl3065)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-warning-light-comes-on-a-2500-plus-rpm/109688 "2017-11-26T22:42:30Z")
I have a 2013 Impreza 2.0L. Recently while driving at highway speed, 75 mph the battery warning light came on and then went off. It would come on and go off for the last couple weeks. Then this past week while going to … --- ## [Code P0446](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0446/109518)
**Author:** [@Rabarnes30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rabarnes30)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-p0446/109518 "2017-11-26T22:35:47Z")
I have a 2003 Chevy Impala and the check engine light is on. They told me that I need to have a smoke test run. How much does a smoke test usually cost? Also what could be wrong with the car and how much does it cost to … --- ## [Some rust on undercarriage and clutch cylinder of used car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-rust-on-undercarriage-and-clutch-cylinder-of-used-car/109666)
**Author:** [@jd514](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jd514)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2017, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/some-rust-on-undercarriage-and-clutch-cylinder-of-used-car/109666 "2017-11-25T18:54:38Z")
Hi all, There’s a 2011 Mazda 3 (2.5L) that I want to buy. It’s very clean and has no rust on the painted body, but there’s some rust on the undercarriage and on the cylinder next to the clutch pedal (by the way, what is… --- ## [Slow leak in driver's side's rear tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-leak-in-drivers-sides-rear-tire/109491)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 7:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-leak-in-drivers-sides-rear-tire/109491 "2017-11-26T07:41:37Z")
I drove my pickup for the first time since February. The left front tire had 26 psi (should have 29); the right front had 23.5; the right rear had 29 (should have 35), the left rear had 10.5. I inflated them to correct p… --- ## [Noisy exhaust normal? plus rusty under hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-exhaust-normal-plus-rusty-under-hood/109552)
**Author:** [@skielandriannan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skielandriannan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-exhaust-normal-plus-rusty-under-hood/109552 "2017-11-26T07:07:17Z")
I looked at a 2008 Yaris today and the dealer claims that they always have noisy exhaust and rust under the hood. I have test driven a few more Yarises and don’t remember them being noisy like this. It passed inspection… --- ## [Expedition No Heat - heater control valve.- where is it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expedition-no-heat-heater-control-valve-where-is-it/40996)
**Author:** [@tiger93](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tiger93)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 6:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expedition-no-heat-heater-control-valve-where-is-it/40996 "2017-11-26T06:56:40Z")
I have a 99 expedition (5.4 V8)with front and rear heat. The hoses going through the firewall and to the rear are both cold to the touch when the car is warmed up. I am hoping the problem is my heater control valve tha… --- ## [No preheat wait to start but post heat cycles when below 66deg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-preheat-wait-to-start-but-post-heat-cycles-when-below-66deg/109691)
**Author:** [@2007.5\_Cummins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2007.5_Cummins)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-preheat-wait-to-start-but-post-heat-cycles-when-below-66deg/109691 "2017-11-26T06:18:11Z")
2007.5 6.7 Cummins diesel. Dodge house replaced the air temp sensor, the map sensor, and the turbo sensor. Still no pre heat/wait to start. Instrument cluster test shows the bulb is good. any ideas? --- ## [Help! Mechanic used a faulty part!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-mechanic-used-a-faulty-part/109616)
**Author:** [@TylerT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TylerT)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2017, 6:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-mechanic-used-a-faulty-part/109616 "2017-11-26T06:10:13Z")
Hey guys, first time posting, just joined the community. Back in January (2017) my main pulley on the timing belt sheared out that bolt from the engine and the pulley was being knocked against by that metal cylinder beh… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=937) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=939)