# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=967 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 968 --- ## [Car will not move in reverse or drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-move-in-reverse-or-drive/105243)
**Author:** [@raushelle.sloan1217](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raushelle.sloan1217)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2017, 5:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-move-in-reverse-or-drive/105243 "2017-06-24T05:47:46Z")
My car will not move an inch but starts and sounds great. The shifter is not stuck and does display correctly when i shift gears. any ideas or suggestions this is my only means of transportation??!! --- ## [Odd starting noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-starting-noise/105251)
**Author:** [@tracyluinge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tracyluinge)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2017, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-starting-noise/105251 "2017-06-24T04:09:57Z")
Hey, I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe that makes a horrible noise when starting. The starter has been changed as I thought that was the initial issue. The odd thing is that if I press on the break when I start the car it does… --- ## [92 Civic Bogging/dead spot while accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-civic-bogging-dead-spot-while-accelerating/105262)
**Author:** [@park.gunho.nathan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/park.gunho.nathan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2017, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-civic-bogging-dead-spot-while-accelerating/105262 "2017-06-24T02:20:18Z")
Year : 1992 Make : Honda Model : Civic VX Manual Engine : 1.5 d15z1 Mileage : 266k My car started to bog/dead spot/ hesitation while accelerating around 1.5k rpm to 2.5k rpm all the time in every gear but less in 4th, … --- ## [Car almost stalls when I first turn it on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-almost-stalls-when-i-first-turn-it-on/105223)
**Author:** [@jules76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jules76)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-almost-stalls-when-i-first-turn-it-on/105223 "2017-06-23T19:13:52Z")
Hello, I have noticed that when I first turn on our Honda Fit and start driving without letting the car "warm up" the car has a light stalling feel, it never actually stalls but it feels like it could when I first acce… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Oil Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-cobalt-oil-change/105203)
**Author:** [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 2:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-cobalt-oil-change/105203 "2017-06-23T14:28:09Z")
2010 Cobalt 2.2 4 cyl Ecotec with 57k miles. Had a senior moment with the oil change. Discovered I had used Valvoline 5w20 instead of 5w30 afterwards. Car not driven hard, OLM usually recommends a 9 to 10k oil change … --- ## [First attempt to change coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-attempt-to-change-coolant/104802)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-attempt-to-change-coolant/104802 "2017-06-23T13:24:07Z")
Hello folks, I tried to change coolant of my 2006 Sentra for the first time. The cooling system capacity of my car is 1 3/4 gallon. I opened radiator drain plug and drained the radiator and the reservoir. The total … --- ## [Clacking while turning and accelerating, but CV boots intact](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clacking-while-turning-and-accelerating-but-cv-boots-intact/105218)
**Author:** [@erikdolson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erikdolson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clacking-while-turning-and-accelerating-but-cv-boots-intact/105218 "2017-06-23T02:27:27Z")
I have a 2012 Honda Odyssey with about 60k miles. If I make a sharp turn, either left or right, and hit the accelerator, there is a distinct clacking noise that is only there while I'm applying gas and only if the wheel … --- ## [Check engine light won't go away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-wont-go-away/105202)
**Author:** [@jaculver17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaculver17)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-wont-go-away/105202 "2017-06-23T02:20:59Z")
2008 Chevrolet Impala LS 3.5 V6 flex fuel Check engine code: P0304 Please help my horror story. I purchased my Impala 2 years ago, love my car. However, there has been a shadow in the form of a check engine light tha… --- ## [A/C short cycling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-short-cycling/105211)
**Author:** [@abimael21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abimael21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2017, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-short-cycling/105211 "2017-06-23T00:50:35Z")
I appreciate any help you guys could give me as i am unable to figure this out on my own. It first started by the AC staying ON when i would turn off the truck, and the only way to turn it off was to either disconnect … --- ## [Lifespan of an Automobile ...agree /disagree](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifespan-of-an-automobile-agree-disagree/96405)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifespan-of-an-automobile-agree-disagree/96405 "2017-06-22T19:03:09Z")
The safe and economical lifespan of a car is 13 to 15 years average, depending on the manufacture of the car and assuming good maintenance. A little used car may get 20 years on an outside estimate, but beyond 20 years … --- ## [Steering wheel stuck on mazda 626](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-stuck-on-mazda-626/105200)
**Author:** [@Wolfpackfan1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wolfpackfan1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-stuck-on-mazda-626/105200 "2017-06-22T16:23:41Z")
I drive a 95 Mazda LX, manual 5 speed bought new off the lot. Only owner, pretty well maintained. Been a wonderful car. Generally drive \< 200 miles a week, just to work and back. Recently took on a out of town trip … --- ## [DIY Mini car keys fob fix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-mini-car-keys-fob-fix/105126)
**Author:** [@f.dematteis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/f.dematteis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 8:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-mini-car-keys-fob-fix/105126 "2017-06-22T08:06:04Z")
Hi, i am the owner of a mini - mini paceman to be precise. Unfortunately a few weeks ago the key fob (round part) detached from the actual key without me noticing whilst i was crossing a road; once i realised i had lost … --- ## [Terios Daihatsu mistery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terios-daihatsu-mistery/105127)
**Author:** [@f.dematteis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/f.dematteis)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/terios-daihatsu-mistery/105127 "2017-06-22T08:03:18Z")
Hi, i am the owner of a terios daihatsu, over 10 years old. I live in Canary Islands, Spain. Here, like in the rest of Europe, Daihatsu has no longer any presence, including aftermarket and service. My car has now starte… --- ## [Heater not working help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-working-help/105153)
**Author:** [@christopherowens1988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christopherowens1988)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2017, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-not-working-help/105153 "2017-06-22T04:12:50Z")
Hey guys so I'm trying to fix my heater and a 1986 Isuzu Trooper I have a second one I'm using for parts I tested my blower it is functional I checked the fuse and there was no power at the fuse so I thought that maybe i… --- ## [2001 Toyota Camry CE timing belt broken](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-ce-timing-belt-broken/104987)
**Author:** [@anasallauddin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anasallauddin)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-camry-ce-timing-belt-broken/104987 "2017-06-21T23:42:24Z")
I bought a 2001 Toyota Camry CE at the start of the summer and have been using it to drive to work every day, 25 miles one way. The car was at 135,000 miles when I bought it. Initial check up with the mechanic indicated … --- ## [Wut to do next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wut-to-do-next/105149)
**Author:** [@Smithba1854](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Smithba1854)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wut-to-do-next/105149 "2017-06-21T22:50:32Z")
I have 95 chevy Low oil light is on white smoke coming from talepipe no visible water in the oil no leaks on the ground water is not jumping out of the radiator cap it cranks rite up and is able to drive… please help wit… --- ## [Car has slight shake/studder under 2000rpm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-has-slight-shake-studder-under-2000rpm/104434)
**Author:** [@b.fensom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/b.fensom)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-has-slight-shake-studder-under-2000rpm/104434 "2017-06-21T21:13:20Z")
Hey I have an 07 Murano and lately it's been shaking/ studdering especially when it goes into last gear. Sometimes it doesn't even go into last gear and hits around 3000rpm then when I back off the gas around 100km you … --- ## [Audi shakes when the window is open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-shakes-when-the-window-is-open/104928)
**Author:** [@oogabooga](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oogabooga)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-shakes-when-the-window-is-open/104928 "2017-06-21T21:12:29Z")
I rented an Audi A1 -- not an A3, but A1 wasn't an option in the autofill form above -- recently and both I and my passengers were shocked that the whole structure of the car begins to vibrate and feel wobbly at 55mph+ o… --- ## [Adding refrigerant - does it ever fix the problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-refrigerant-does-it-ever-fix-the-problem/105128)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-refrigerant-does-it-ever-fix-the-problem/105128 "2017-06-21T18:24:08Z")
So the hotter it gets this year, the more of a crisis I am facing with my weak, not-very-cold ac on my 2001 2.2 5-speed manual Cavalier. I had the original compressor and associated parts replaced after 7.5 years back in… --- ## [Anosmia Trick For Knocking out Putrid Smells: for those backseat turkeys and other rancid smells](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anosmia-trick-for-knocking-out-putrid-smells-for-those-backseat-turkeys-and-other-rancid-smells/105143)
**Author:** [@valentine\_amanda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valentine_amanda)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 12:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anosmia-trick-for-knocking-out-putrid-smells-for-those-backseat-turkeys-and-other-rancid-smells/105143 "2017-06-21T12:52:51Z")
In lieu of poor Steve’s rancid turkey car’s solution being “replace it all” I thought I would share with everyone a possible alternate solution that would be more pocket friendly then a total rebuild or new car solution … --- ## [SOS Bubl Mercedes\_Benz E320 2001 Year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sos-bubl-mercedes-benz-e320-2001-year/105130)
**Author:** [@HWood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HWood)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sos-bubl-mercedes-benz-e320-2001-year/105130 "2017-06-21T02:56:24Z")
what type or size of bulb is used for the sos button on Mercedes-benz e320 year 2001? --- ## [Clicking noise when turning left while parking (forward or backing movement)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise-when-turning-left-while-parking-forward-or-backing-movement/105090)
**Author:** [@dcalbaza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcalbaza)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-noise-when-turning-left-while-parking-forward-or-backing-movement/105090 "2017-06-21T02:31:17Z")
Hello all, I have a rather annoying faint noise that appears when turning. I had talked to mechanics at a Hyundai dealer(oil chance) or a brake shop (front brakes replacement) and asked to look for the source of the no… --- ## [Car won't turn over possible after market security system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-turn-over-possible-after-market-security-system/105146)
**Author:** [@Christinejaquis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christinejaquis)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2017, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-turn-over-possible-after-market-security-system/105146 "2017-06-21T00:26:22Z")
I turned off my rav4 and now it won’t start… dealership said based on picture after market security system… contacted person purchased from but has no knowledge… no key fob… any suggestions? --- ## [2005 Malibu security problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-malibu-security-problems/105085)
**Author:** [@pcstac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pcstac)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-malibu-security-problems/105085 "2017-06-20T19:34:54Z")
Hello I have a 2005 Malibu base model four door sedan. It is the passkey 3. I lost the ignition key so I bought one off ebay. I installed it and the security light would flash on the dashboard instrument panel when I tur… --- ## [Sounds like a machine gun](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sounds-like-a-machine-gun/76981)
**Author:** [@LMNONE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LMNONE)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sounds-like-a-machine-gun/76981 "2017-06-20T19:30:30Z")
about two days ago we were driving home and our van started to make a noise when we press on the gas pedal. it sounds like a machine gun under the hood. what can it be? --- ## [How important are brake rotors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-are-brake-rotors/104929)
**Author:** [@oogabooga](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oogabooga)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-important-are-brake-rotors/104929 "2017-06-20T18:19:54Z")
My 91 Honda Accord shakes a bit under braking. It was slowly leaking brake fluid, so I got the brake drum (if that's a thing? It was some brake component) repaired for a couple hundred bucks. I am wondering if I should g… --- ## [Baffling Overheating Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-overheating-problem/105073)
**Author:** [@thomashilleke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomashilleke)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/baffling-overheating-problem/105073 "2017-06-20T17:00:11Z")
1999 1500 model. 300k miles. Burns one quart of oil between oil changes. No head gasket leaks. We replaced a leaking hose, the fan clutch and the thermostat. It hovers around 210 degrees at steady highway speeds as long … --- ## [2005 Dodge Grand Caravan Heater Door Actuator Diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan-heater-door-actuator-diagnosis/105110)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan-heater-door-actuator-diagnosis/105110 "2017-06-20T13:43:11Z")
Our 05 Dodge Grand Caravan has very cold AC in the rear, decently cold AC in the passenger seat, but almost no AC in the driver’s seat. This leads me to the heater blend door actuator, but I’m not sure to how to confirm … --- ## [92 ram cable actuated clutch pedal trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-ram-cable-actuated-clutch-pedal-trouble/105014)
**Author:** [@snowdog250](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snowdog250)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 11:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-ram-cable-actuated-clutch-pedal-trouble/105014 "2017-06-20T11:46:15Z")
Hi, I am getting older by minute so here goes. I have a Dodge Ram 50 (Mitsubishi), Awesome vehicle. Inexpensive , tough as nails, breaks down - limps home. I bought it new in 1992.It is manual transmission , cable actuat… --- ## [Oil filter size replacements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-size-replacements/26821)
**Author:** [@Spaminacan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spaminacan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2017, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-size-replacements/26821 "2017-06-20T02:15:48Z")
I have a 2003 Camry with a 2.4L engine. I would like to use a larger capacity oil filter. I know it can be done - as some filters have the same seal and mount characteristics but different capacities. Where does one go t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=966) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=968)