# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=952 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 953 --- ## [Power Steering Problem - any help appreciated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem-any-help-appreciated/84949)
**Author:** [@ame2014](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ame2014)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2017, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-problem-any-help-appreciated/84949 "2017-09-05T13:08:51Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Durango, 4.7 SLT, 4x4. I was in a parking lot and made a low speed U-turn in a right turn direction . Just prior to completing U-turn, and with wheel turned all the way to the right, I heard a pop o… --- ## [Mercury Sable O2 sensor OR Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-sable-o2-sensor-or-catalytic-converter/107397)
**Author:** [@Jaimee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaimee)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2017, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-sable-o2-sensor-or-catalytic-converter/107397 "2017-09-04T22:28:43Z")
So I took my car to a new mechanic today to have an O2 sensor and a leak looked at (Long story short, the leak is new, the problem with the O2 has been going on and off for a few months now. Fixed a brake line earlier an… --- ## [Differential or Axle noise / clunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/differential-or-axle-noise-clunk/107299)
**Author:** [@MarkyMayhem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkyMayhem)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2017, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/differential-or-axle-noise-clunk/107299 "2017-09-04T18:13:14Z")
Hey all - new member from the US here! Just got a nice 1992 Toyota Paseo 1.5l 5spd, 113,xxx miles I get a clunk sometimes when shifting gears, after the shift, when changing power, or if I let off the gas when coasting… --- ## [Vacuum Pump Oil in Prius AC System?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-pump-oil-in-prius-ac-system/95825)
**Author:** [@tigerjunky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tigerjunky)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2017, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-pump-oil-in-prius-ac-system/95825 "2017-09-04T00:55:08Z")
I think that I might have accidently gotten vacuum pump oil in my 2005 Prius AC system when I was pumping it down before recharging it. I realize that this could be a big problem. Is it possible to completely flush the… --- ## [Subaru Forester; Popping noise when turning right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-popping-noise-when-turning-right/107375)
**Author:** [@geodegarmo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geodegarmo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-popping-noise-when-turning-right/107375 "2017-09-03T22:29:14Z")
When I take a right hand turn without applying gas to the accelerator the popping noise does not exist. So vice-versa for when I am accelerating. My question is how much is it to replace CV-Joints, and Axle? --- ## [A/C unit - # point check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-unit-point-check/107485)
**Author:** [@arvin225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arvin225)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-unit-point-check/107485 "2017-09-03T22:00:48Z")
Hi All, Some months ago my brother-in-law took his Nissan sedan for an oil change at the dealership. I assume that along with the oil change a (insert any number here) - point check was done. A few days later he notices… --- ## [What could cause a humming tone coming from right front side Toyota Celica 5-speed manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-could-cause-a-humming-tone-coming-from-right-front-side-toyota-celica-5-speed-manual/107464)
**Author:** [@artist8606-e](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artist8606-e)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-could-cause-a-humming-tone-coming-from-right-front-side-toyota-celica-5-speed-manual/107464 "2017-09-03T19:08:52Z")
I have noticed a quiet constant humming tone, coming from the front right (seemingly) for about a week while driving. It’s getting louder. I hear it in 1st and 2nd and then driving drowns it out. What could be causing th… --- ## [Buick Century 98 replace blower motor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-98-replace-blower-motor/57417)
**Author:** [@Girlquestions](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Girlquestions)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-century-98-replace-blower-motor/57417 "2017-09-03T20:27:19Z")
Last summer. my fan started squealing off and on while using the ac, mostly off. Now since October I can not turn on the fan past the first setting as it squealing all of the time. I checked the belts so I think it is… --- ## [2007 Toyota Corolla AC Blower Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-corolla-ac-blower-issues/104579)
**Author:** [@SeanC1024](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeanC1024)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-corolla-ac-blower-issues/104579 "2017-09-03T17:27:19Z")
I posted the following in January 2016 and am including it in this new post to provide past history: "The air conditioning blower motor stopped working this past summer (worst timing ever). I took it out, put it back i… --- ## [Fan Speed Resistor Location - 2010 Ford Escape, please?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-speed-resistor-location-2010-ford-escape-please/73229)
**Author:** [@HiTechHiTouch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HiTechHiTouch)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-speed-resistor-location-2010-ford-escape-please/73229 "2017-09-03T01:41:22Z")
2010 Ford Escape Fan Speed Resistor Location, please? I've seen videos for 2001-2004 and 2008. They do not apply to 2010. The resistor board location has moved since 2008. It used to be just inboard of the cabin fa… --- ## [O2 reads maximum voltage with KOEO?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-reads-maximum-voltage-with-koeo/72003)
**Author:** [@5point1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/5point1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-reads-maximum-voltage-with-koeo/72003 "2017-09-03T01:39:40Z")
Very strange thing happening here. When I shut my engine off, both O2 output voltages on a Scan Tool drop to zero, which is good, and normal? But, after sitting for 8 hours or more, if I check again before starting the… --- ## [2001 Dodge Durango Electric Fan issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-durango-electric-fan-issue/81756)
**Author:** [@willallwaysbe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/willallwaysbe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-durango-electric-fan-issue/81756 "2017-09-03T01:07:24Z")
Can anyone tell me if the electric fan on my 2001 Durango has a fan switch that control it. The fan isn't turning as fast as it should to cool the engine down, it only turns fast when the AC is turned on. The schematic I… --- ## [Water pump nightmare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-nightmare/107436)
**Author:** [@PapaScott1972](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PapaScott1972)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2017, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-nightmare/107436 "2017-09-02T23:05:04Z")
I have a 2000 Alero with a 2.4L Twin Cam (NOT the Eco engine) with a leaking water pump. (Steady drip while running) I have “heard” there is a way to remove it WITHOUT tearing the whole car apart… I know I have to take s… --- ## [Best adhesive for re-attaching headliner cloth?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-adhesive-for-re-attaching-headliner-cloth/107407)
**Author:** [@Manolito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Manolito)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2017, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-adhesive-for-re-attaching-headliner-cloth/107407 "2017-09-02T13:56:52Z")
My 2004 BMWs have sort of a soft thin felt lining the inside of the pillars and roof. It is starting to fall down. The cloth is attached to what appears to be smooth Styrofoam… I first tried 3M spray headliner adhesiv… --- ## [Honda Civic '08 P/S fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-08-p-s-fluid/107421)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2017, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-08-p-s-fluid/107421 "2017-09-01T12:44:11Z")
Daughter’s car. Not sure of mileage, but on the order of 100K. P/S fluid is a little low, and I’m hoping that is the cause of the “sometimes makes a creaking noise when I turn, and the same noise when turning off the … --- ## [Chuckle of the Day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chuckle-of-the-day/107422)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2017, 11:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chuckle-of-the-day/107422 "2017-09-01T11:28:40Z")
Look at the August 31 issue. http://www.uclick.com/client/wpc/fk/ --- ## [VW Eurovan cooling system leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-eurovan-cooling-system-leak/107392)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2017, 5:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-eurovan-cooling-system-leak/107392 "2017-09-01T05:28:09Z")
A friend noticed first signs of a cooling system leak on her 1997 Eurovan, but hadn’t yet located the source. I advised her to borrow the pressure tester kit from a local parts store from their loaner program so we coul… --- ## [1995 Buick Lesabre Will not Crank, Hum, or Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-lesabre-will-not-crank-hum-or-start/107176)
**Author:** [@a.garvalena14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/a.garvalena14)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2017, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-lesabre-will-not-crank-hum-or-start/107176 "2017-09-01T03:19:05Z")
My 1995 Buick Lesabre has recently been having issues. It does not Crank or Hum when I turn the ignition. However, the Key locks, Headlights and Dinging when the key is left in the ignition still work. I have replaced th… --- ## [Injecter stuck-open no pulse from computer need help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injecter-stuck-open-no-pulse-from-computer-need-help/107171)
**Author:** [@deanjim71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deanjim71)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injecter-stuck-open-no-pulse-from-computer-need-help/107171 "2017-08-31T23:57:58Z")
2001 Chrysler 300m. I ran a new ground wire from the injector to the computer because it had a burnt spot on it. I took it to a dealer and put a used computer in it and they programed it but the number 1 cylinder injecto… --- ## [Honda Civic EX 2001 - automatic windows not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex-2001-automatic-windows-not-working/107330)
**Author:** [@ritad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ritad)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex-2001-automatic-windows-not-working/107330 "2017-08-31T22:02:29Z")
My 2001 Honda Civc Ex (103,000 miles only) is having window problems. First the right front window (passenger side) stopped working from the the main control (by the driver’s seat - the control cannot be “pushed down” a… --- ## [Converting a Power Sliding Door to a Manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-a-power-sliding-door-to-a-manual/98334)
**Author:** [@AlReset](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlReset)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-a-power-sliding-door-to-a-manual/98334 "2017-08-31T21:26:32Z")
I have a 2005 Dodge Caravan and the rear power sliding on the passenger side is starting to fail. Everything I've researched points to a break in the electrical wire, but the symptoms point to an issue with the motor. It… --- ## [What type of plastic is my "header panel?"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-plastic-is-my-header-panel/107396)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-plastic-is-my-header-panel/107396 "2017-08-31T20:25:07Z")
1994 F150, 2134Kmi. I recently put a rebuilt engine in this truck following failure, and am now tidying up “odds and ends.” I have a junkyard header panel (what the cosmetic grill and headlights bolt to) from the local … --- ## [Spluttering/ Misfiring, Loss of Power, Cutout at Idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spluttering-misfiring-loss-of-power-cutout-at-idle/107386)
**Author:** [@jackocooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jackocooper)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spluttering-misfiring-loss-of-power-cutout-at-idle/107386 "2017-08-31T12:42:32Z")
My 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 3.0 V6 hasn’t been running for around 5 years and we’re struggling to get it working. It starts first time and runs. However, it sometimes runs rough at idle (more often when cold) and cuts out, wi… --- ## [Car RPM drops on full throttle, no power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-rpm-drops-on-full-throttle-no-power/106555)
**Author:** [@jackocooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jackocooper)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 5:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-rpm-drops-on-full-throttle-no-power/106555 "2017-08-31T05:31:42Z")
I have a 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 3.0 V6, with 75k miles. It’s been off the road for 5 years. Been working on the car for a while. Taking the car for a test drive, it lacks power and the RPM drops when you apply full throttle… --- ## [99 Malibu Engine Replaced By 99 Grand Am 3.4 Boneyard Motor9](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-malibu-engine-replaced-by-99-grand-am-3-4-boneyard-motor9/106981)
**Author:** [@Outtaluck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Outtaluck)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-malibu-engine-replaced-by-99-grand-am-3-4-boneyard-motor9/106981 "2017-08-31T03:11:53Z")
Okay, so in another thread, I started to repair a 3.1 malibu engine, to find a broken camshaft. Now I’m installing this 3.4L boneyard motor and running into problems. First one is, my wife and daughter are working on it… --- ## ['92 Camry 2.2 non-start...weak spark?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-camry-2-2-non-start-weak-spark/88124)
**Author:** [@MoeParr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MoeParr)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2017, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-camry-2-2-non-start-weak-spark/88124 "2017-08-31T00:23:08Z")
Wife started it at work and drove about a mile. It was stumbling at a stop light, she gave it a little gas to keep it running and pulled around the corner, where it died. We towed it home, and I found no spark. Took it t… --- ## [Overheating/No AC etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-no-ac-etc/107312)
**Author:** [@brookslike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brookslike)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2017, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-no-ac-etc/107312 "2017-08-30T23:38:27Z")
So I’ve been having some issues with my 2012 Chevy Orlando recently, and decided to notate the issues in point form. I’m pretty cash strapped right now, so I’m hesitant to take the car in without having a more firm idea … --- ## [Honda Pilot jerks when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-jerks-when-warm/107223)
**Author:** [@Mike\_wogan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_wogan)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2017, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-jerks-when-warm/107223 "2017-08-30T23:09:24Z")
I have a 2005 Honda pilot that when it warms up it jerks it acts like it’s out of gas ,I have no engine light on what can it be --- ## [2006 Nissan Maxima, shaking over 60mph, UPDATED](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-maxima-shaking-over-60mph-updated/107347)
**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2017, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-maxima-shaking-over-60mph-updated/107347 "2017-08-30T23:01:29Z")
This is an update to my maxima shaking over 60mph. Just had new tires installed, alignment, etc. Went back to tire installer and they rechecked all tires and said they are good. Although they are new they put a differ… --- ## [Toyota Avalon Axle opinion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-axle-opinion/107377)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2017, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-axle-opinion/107377 "2017-08-30T21:56:31Z")
Last week I made arrangements to have the outer c.v. boots replaced on my Toyota. A local shop quoted me a price to replace the outer boots. Today, I brought the car in. Half hour into the job, owner comes out and says … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=951) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=953)