# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=954 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 955 --- ## [1998 Ford Explorer Temp Gauge Acting Goofy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-explorer-temp-gauge-acting-goofy/69103)
**Author:** [@Shop99er](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shop99er)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2017, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-explorer-temp-gauge-acting-goofy/69103 "2017-08-24T04:55:40Z")
For reasons I can't figure, the Temp gauge on the wife's Explorer is shooting from normal to high in just seconds. Then, it drops back to normal. When I looked at it this afternoon, I noted 2 things. 1) There was no si… --- ## [Mitsubishi Montero LS 1997 won't start after oil change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-montero-ls-1997-wont-start-after-oil-change/107162)
**Author:** [@mbl28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mbl28)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2017, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-montero-ls-1997-wont-start-after-oil-change/107162 "2017-08-24T04:21:54Z")
Starter works but does not engage/ignite engine. Had an oil change and next day car would only start intermittently. would not start, then start and run a few miles. come back, sit over night - no start : All this ev… --- ## [Weird sound from the pulleys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-sound-from-the-pulleys/106467)
**Author:** [@bluekryptonite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bluekryptonite)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2017, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-sound-from-the-pulleys/106467 "2017-08-24T01:45:31Z")
I have a rattling sound coming from the pulley side of the engine. I am pretty sure, it is not coming from inside the engine itself. Many mechanics tried to pinpoint the sound with the stethoscopes, but unable to locate … --- ## [AC compressor I.D](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-i-d/107113)
**Author:** [@mystic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mystic)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-i-d/107113 "2017-08-23T22:43:18Z")
Hey guys, My car (1998 Protégé) has been without AC since 2008 due to a failed bearing in the compressor’s pulley. I’m about to take a trip to Florida so I’ve decided to try and get the AC up and running. The compressor … --- ## [Haunted Electrical System on GMC Sierra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haunted-electrical-system-on-gmc-sierra/86364)
**Author:** [@Sloppy\_Joe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloppy_Joe)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haunted-electrical-system-on-gmc-sierra/86364 "2017-08-23T19:11:58Z")
I love my truck, I really do, even though it’s haunted by poltergeists or possibly inhabited by gremlins. It started behaving strangely about a month ago, and despite the tireless efforts of my trusted mechanics, the ca… --- ## [Asymetrical Air Conditioning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/asymetrical-air-conditioning/107140)
**Author:** [@sjvmail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjvmail)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/asymetrical-air-conditioning/107140 "2017-08-23T16:20:27Z")
I had the compressor in my 2010 Accord replaced. Lots of cold air now - on the passenger’s side. Yup, cold on the passenger’s side, weird on the driver’s. I have repeatedly measured 60-ish degrees coming out of the dr… --- ## [Toyota Avalon Half Shafts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-half-shafts/107076)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 9:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-avalon-half-shafts/107076 "2017-08-23T09:11:53Z")
The half shafts (boots) were torn on my 1995 Avalon’s half shafts two years (and 21,000 miles) ago.I had them replaced with Toyota Reman units. Today, I’m rotating my tires. As I take the right front tire off, I noticed … --- ## [Ford Fiesta TDCi starts and stall immediately](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-tdci-starts-and-stall-immediately/107115)
**Author:** [@sangohain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sangohain)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fiesta-tdci-starts-and-stall-immediately/107115 "2017-08-23T06:16:47Z")
Hello guys, I have a problem with my Ford fiesta tdci 2006 model. I was driving one day and stopped in town for an hour or so.Then started the car and it started hesitate even on low gear. Then it would not even go past… --- ## [Parasitic Draw Fix - What's Next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-draw-fix-whats-next/107137)
**Author:** [@matthewdeanlarson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewdeanlarson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2017, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-draw-fix-whats-next/107137 "2017-08-23T03:06:41Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Taurus, and noticed the battery draining at progressively-shorter intervals. It now drains to where it won’t start, within just a couple hours if the car is sitting with the battery connected. I attach… --- ## [Grinding Noise When Turning at Low Speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-when-turning-at-low-speeds/107071)
**Author:** [@dcnhistory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcnhistory)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2017, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-when-turning-at-low-speeds/107071 "2017-08-22T20:52:59Z")
Over the past couple months I have been hearing a low rubbing/grinding noise in my truck whenever I am turning at very low speeds. Usually it is when I am going through parking lots or turning through drive ways. I can a… --- ## [Did I just total my 2009 Sienna in the car port?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-just-total-my-2009-sienna-in-the-car-port/106647)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2017, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-just-total-my-2009-sienna-in-the-car-port/106647 "2017-08-22T04:09:04Z")
I learned over many years that anything you make or do, the first time, is not only the most expensive, but also the most dangerous. The first time a little kid chews gum they are at risk of choking on it. The first time… --- ## [Dodge Challenger emergency/parking brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-emergency-parking-brake/107097)
**Author:** [@ledhed75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ledhed75)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-emergency-parking-brake/107097 "2017-08-21T23:08:27Z")
All, I have a 2009 Dodge Challenger R/T, around 109K miles, 5.7L V8, automatic transmission. Recently I’ve been concerned with the parking brake. Specifically… it wasn’t holding the car on either level or sloped surface… --- ## ["Smoking badly"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-badly/107093)
**Author:** [@daa5114](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daa5114)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-badly/107093 "2017-08-21T23:03:41Z")
Just for my own peace of mind, could somebody clarify whether or not I should be worried about my car? This past Saturday, my wife and I went to my local Midas to get my 2013 Kia Soul inspected. When they were finished,… --- ## [Renault clio 1.2 (2002) PROBLEMS PLEASE HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/renault-clio-1-2-2002-problems-please-help/107039)
**Author:** [@katiesanderssmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katiesanderssmith)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/renault-clio-1-2-2002-problems-please-help/107039 "2017-08-21T21:41:13Z")
Hi, so basically i brought a clio last week and I’ve only had issues since! it was fine when i picked it up and the day after, but i drove it to the local supermarket and it just went into ‘limp mode’ and i couldn’t get … --- ## [Noise after start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-start/107101)
**Author:** [@sskdjk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sskdjk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-start/107101 "2017-08-21T20:59:12Z")
I. Ignition start car . After start key still turned makes screech --- ## [09 impala reduced power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-impala-reduced-power/107043)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-impala-reduced-power/107043 "2017-08-21T19:31:34Z")
Has this issue been discussed? Seems common online. 07-09 impala with the 3.5 suffers from a reduced power, service traction control issue which may be due to tps sensor and/or gas pedal sensor? You can replace the tps o… --- ## [Need some advice please....car won't turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-advice-please-car-wont-turn-over/107057)
**Author:** [@Brown\_gm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brown_gm)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2017, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-some-advice-please-car-wont-turn-over/107057 "2017-08-21T16:34:20Z")
Hi all. Ok so yesterday I noticed my truck was taking way longer to turn over then expected. I figured it may be the spark plugs. Today however I went to the store and waited for my other half in the car, I turned the… --- ## [Jetta lights?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jetta-lights/107060)
**Author:** [@FilmProf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FilmProf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jetta-lights/107060 "2017-08-20T15:07:46Z")
Hi all, I have a 2007 Jetta and need some help with the lights as my dash bulb indicator is on. On the front high beams, there is a small bulb at the 10:00 that is out. What is this bulb called? The main high beam is fi… --- ## [Jeep Compass throttle gap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-throttle-gap/106861)
**Author:** [@macfisto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macfisto)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-throttle-gap/106861 "2017-08-20T23:09:44Z")
2007 Jeep Compass 2.4L The car has recently started developing a lurch when I back off the gas after accelerating. It usually happens at medium throttle or higher, like when accelerating up an on-ramp or something. It… --- ## [Severe idle issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/severe-idle-issues/107002)
**Author:** [@keaton-harding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keaton-harding)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/severe-idle-issues/107002 "2017-08-20T21:34:58Z")
ok, so im having an idle issue with my kia rio 03 160,000 miles with no check engine light. when it starts the car idles around 900 rpms and is very rough; after a few miles it will start to drop to 7 or 8 then finally t… --- ## [Headlights low/high not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-low-high-not-working/106713)
**Author:** [@aiyoshevski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aiyoshevski)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-low-high-not-working/106713 "2017-08-20T14:56:51Z")
Hi I have daewoo lacetti 2004 sx, suddenly the headlights both high/low had stop working. I had check the fuse, relay and in car switch everything is okay. When I turn the switch once I hear the position (illumination)… --- ## [My new battery won't hold a charge is it the alternator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-battery-wont-hold-a-charge-is-it-the-alternator/107044)
**Author:** [@Summer.Kucky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Summer.Kucky)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-battery-wont-hold-a-charge-is-it-the-alternator/107044 "2017-08-20T00:56:49Z")
I just recently bought a new battery for my 79’ Firebird and no matter what I do it won’t hold a charge. I have to keep the battery on a charger all day before I drive it but even then I don’t want to keep it out long. I… --- ## [1995 E-150 overheating. Please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-e-150-overheating-please-help/92845)
**Author:** [@kevscartrouble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevscartrouble)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2017, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-e-150-overheating-please-help/92845 "2017-08-20T00:49:25Z")
So I've been trying to solve my overheating problem for months now. One morning I walked out of my house and all of my coolant was on the street. I could not completely detect the source of the leak after running more co… --- ## [2005 Honda pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot/107032)
**Author:** [@Mike\_wogan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_wogan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot/107032 "2017-08-19T23:44:18Z")
Honda pilot jerks when push gas pedal no engine light on --- ## [Car won't start NO REASON](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-no-reason/107013)
**Author:** [@Adai.carrasquillo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adai.carrasquillo)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-no-reason/107013 "2017-08-19T22:37:51Z")
Hello so my 2005 Hyundai Accent gls recently stopped starting one day after I drove it to work car ran perfect for 9 month prior with no issues. I had a few people come look at it due to me not able to bring it in to a s… --- ## [Fuel issue. this van is my source of income. help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-issue-this-van-is-my-source-of-income-help/107029)
**Author:** [@kevscartrouble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevscartrouble)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-issue-this-van-is-my-source-of-income-help/107029 "2017-08-19T22:27:06Z")
My fuel pump primes only when it wants to, and when it does I have to assist the start with some throttle to make sure it fires. If I don’t get it the first time I’m SOL for the rest of the day. When it starts it runs gr… --- ## [Mama Wrench Feeding Baby Wrenches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mama-wrench-feeding-baby-wrenches/107033)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mama-wrench-feeding-baby-wrenches/107033 "2017-08-19T18:25:17Z")
Tester --- ## [CV Boots or Remanufactured Axle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-boots-or-remanufactured-axle/29197)
**Author:** [@SJGUY99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SJGUY99)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-boots-or-remanufactured-axle/29197 "2017-08-19T04:12:54Z")
I have a 1992 Honda Accord with 45,000 miles and last week when I took the car to a friend to have the transmission fluid and coolant changed, he noticed that the driver's side outer cv boot was torn and leaking oil onto… --- ## [Clutch installation problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-installation-problems/106598)
**Author:** [@Waschet1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waschet1)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2017, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-installation-problems/106598 "2017-08-18T22:54:17Z")
, I have a 1998 Ford Ranger, 2.5, 2 wheel drive, manual transmission vehicle and I’m having quite the issue installing my clutch kit I recently purchased. I have the right parts and reinstalled the old dowel pins, follow… --- ## [Inner tie rod](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-tie-rod/107021)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2017, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-tie-rod/107021 "2017-08-18T18:43:08Z")
Why does my setup have this “stopper washer”? It seems to space the lock washer tabs out too far from rack notches. Almost all videos I see online does not use this spacer. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=953) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=955)