# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=969 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 970 --- ## [2000 forester new motor, rough running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-forester-new-motor-rough-running/104863)
**Author:** [@sl235](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sl235)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2017, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-forester-new-motor-rough-running/104863 "2017-06-15T02:13:15Z")
Hi all, i'm new here i have a 2000 forester that my son and i rebuilt together ...the motor(ej25) had all work done by a mech, shop put it all back together ..install it... she ran good but with a little roughness at i… --- ## [1995 ford probegt automatic transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-probegt-automatic-transmission/104935)
**Author:** [@dimo123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dimo123)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2017, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-probegt-automatic-transmission/104935 "2017-06-15T02:00:31Z")
I have a 1995 ford probe gt with 117,000 original kilometers on it. It is an automatic transmission and when it shifts it kinda has a light jerk. at high rpms it is a bigger jerk or jump. what could this be? is my trans… --- ## [2010 Nissan Rogue Service Engine Soon Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-rogue-service-engine-soon-light/104885)
**Author:** [@adiaz201](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adiaz201)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2017, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-rogue-service-engine-soon-light/104885 "2017-06-15T01:04:53Z")
So my nissan is pissing me off. The Service light came on and my mechanic checked it and it went straight for the o2 sensors so they were replaced 2 of them since they before had wear and tear. Now that I have received… --- ## [2011 Ram 2500 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-2500-4x4/104943)
**Author:** [@mmarant2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmarant2000)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ram-2500-4x4/104943 "2017-06-14T23:53:41Z")
Bought this truck used with 124000 miles. This previous winter, truck would turn over, and over and over and not start on cooler mornings. It seems as the day warmed up it would start and once started runs fine except fo… --- ## [Service Tire System Soon, a repeat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-tire-system-soon-a-repeat/104916)
**Author:** [@DanTuch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanTuch)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/service-tire-system-soon-a-repeat/104916 "2017-06-14T20:48:57Z")
Samo, samo. Posted this issue 3-4 years ago and readers said there was no inexpensive solution, but wondering if any new info is available. 2005 Grand Caravan with 170K, again getting this alert which blocks out temp a… --- ## [Bearing noise only when moving forward with right turn and accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearing-noise-only-when-moving-forward-with-right-turn-and-accelerating/104892)
**Author:** [@cypher12live](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cypher12live)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bearing-noise-only-when-moving-forward-with-right-turn-and-accelerating/104892 "2017-06-14T04:35:33Z")
Guys, I have an interesting problem. I have a 2001 Subaru Forester L. The car makes a rattling (sounds like bearing skipping) noise only when accelerating and turning right. Turning right without accelerating, no noise… --- ## [Alternator or fuse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-or-fuse/104931)
**Author:** [@summer20161](https://community.cartalk.com/u/summer20161)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 2:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-or-fuse/104931 "2017-06-14T02:30:38Z")
I have a 97 ford expedition the alternator test good so i bought a new battery but it still wont stay charged does anyone know if it could be some kind of fusei need help --- ## [Automatic car locks not working in hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-car-locks-not-working-in-hot-weather/104922)
**Author:** [@crj123082](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crj123082)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-car-locks-not-working-in-hot-weather/104922 "2017-06-14T02:03:48Z")
I have a 2008 Chevy Equinox, and last summer the automatic driver's side door locks (front and back) stopped working when the weather was hot (around 85 degrees or higher) - both when using the keyfob and the lock/unlock… --- ## [Shaking steering wheel w/ a check Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-steering-wheel-w-a-check-light/59839)
**Author:** [@Astomerc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Astomerc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-steering-wheel-w-a-check-light/59839 "2017-06-14T00:55:21Z")
What is wrong if your car steering wheel starts to shake and the check engine light comes on? Well 1st the light came on and now a week or so later the steering wheel has started to shake. However after driving a bit i… --- ## [1956 ford in line 6 valve sequence?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1956-ford-in-line-6-valve-sequence/104538)
**Author:** [@Bantar1000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bantar1000)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2017, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1956-ford-in-line-6-valve-sequence/104538 "2017-06-14T00:39:29Z")
I don't have a head so I can't see what the sequence of the valves are from front to back. Does anyone know or have a pic of the inner part of the head I could see? Thanks -john --- ## [Aftermarket headlight assy's](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-headlight-assys/104311)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-headlight-assys/104311 "2017-06-13T14:29:45Z")
The headlight lenses on my 2004 Camry (about 113K miles) are all clouded/scratched -- no surprise. Thanks to generous posters on youtube, I think I can replace the assemblies myself. Our friend Google finds tons of aft… --- ## [Is the shop taking me for a reid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-taking-me-for-a-reid/104810)
**Author:** [@adamtrimborn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adamtrimborn)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-taking-me-for-a-reid/104810 "2017-06-13T05:48:46Z")
Bear with me because this is going to be a long one. I have a 2002 Acura TL which I had the transmission rebuilt for $1600 a year ago. It came with a 2 year/24,000 mile warranty. When we were about 2,000 miles before the… --- ## [6-cyl Honda Goldwing Engine in a Subaru Justy...comments?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-cyl-honda-goldwing-engine-in-a-subaru-justy-comments/61274)
**Author:** [@Honda-Blackbird](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda-Blackbird)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2017, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-cyl-honda-goldwing-engine-in-a-subaru-justy-comments/61274 "2017-06-13T01:20:33Z")
Hey there guys...I included this bit of info on a response to another question and decided to get some opinions or hate mail from you to see what you thought. I am currently...or will be in the Spring installing an … --- ## [Trasmission leak while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trasmission-leak-while-driving/104872)
**Author:** [@Polarbear9.ih](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Polarbear9.ih)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trasmission-leak-while-driving/104872 "2017-06-12T23:07:58Z")
Tonight I was driving up a mountain dirt road for about 10 miles or less at about 20 mph. The road is fairly steep and bumpy but not extreme. I went to put my foot on the gas to accelerate at one point while driving and … --- ## [Engine won't rev past 2000 rpm's unless alternator is unplugged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-wont-rev-past-2000-rpms-unless-alternator-is-unplugged/91935)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-wont-rev-past-2000-rpms-unless-alternator-is-unplugged/91935 "2017-06-12T19:25:28Z")
With the alternator unplugged the engine rev's fine . I tried a different alternator today & same problem . Any ideas ? --- ## [Overfilled oil, stalling at idle & blue smoke! HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overfilled-oil-stalling-at-idle-blue-smoke-help/104883)
**Author:** [@homey1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/homey1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overfilled-oil-stalling-at-idle-blue-smoke-help/104883 "2017-06-12T16:51:35Z")
I think I overfilled the oil in my car (2006 Saab 9-5, 2.3l turbo). After, I ran it for a few short trips with no problems, then it started losing power, then began running rough and finally blew the cap of dipstick rig… --- ## [Charging light on intermitently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-light-on-intermitently/104877)
**Author:** [@jimkeiffer1925](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimkeiffer1925)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-light-on-intermitently/104877 "2017-06-12T16:08:14Z")
Sometime when I start my vehicle the charging light will be on. Other times it does not come on. When it does come on, if I turn my car off and back on the light will go away. It may take turning it off and back on a few… --- ## [Engine Knocking on cold Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking-on-cold-start/85617)
**Author:** [@Samsus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Samsus)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking-on-cold-start/85617 "2017-06-12T13:59:33Z")
Hello, first thank you for your time. I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand AM GT with 151,000 miles (I have had the car for 6,000). I recently just changed the oil with 5w-30 which is the 3rd oil change I have done and have us… --- ## [HO2S troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ho2s-troubles/104859)
**Author:** [@Aurelan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aurelan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 8:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ho2s-troubles/104859 "2017-06-12T08:21:34Z")
Last month I dealt with a few engine codes, including a P0030/P0031, HO2S heater circuit. The sensor was old anyway so I up and replaced it, all the codes wiped, we were good. Now I have the codes again, one month later.… --- ## [What crazy things have you mechanics been asked to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-crazy-things-have-you-mechanics-been-asked-to-do/103479)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-crazy-things-have-you-mechanics-been-asked-to-do/103479 "2017-06-12T04:43:40Z")
I figure this'll be a fun discussion . . . :smile: I'll get it started, now At the shop I work at, I'm the only one doing the smog inspections at the moment . . . that includes dyno smogs, two-speed idle, and the plu… --- ## [Black plastic trim turned white. Anything to make it black again longer than until a first rain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-plastic-trim-turned-white-anything-to-make-it-black-again-longer-than-until-a-first-rain/104866)
**Author:** [@thegreendrag0n](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thegreendrag0n)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2017, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/black-plastic-trim-turned-white-anything-to-make-it-black-again-longer-than-until-a-first-rain/104866 "2017-06-12T03:00:39Z")
My 2006 Pathfinder has some of black plastic moldings weathered to grey/white color. Applying "Black again" type of dressing makes them look much better, but only until the first rain or wash. I recall I've heart it … --- ## [Poor acceleration when hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-acceleration-when-hot/104739)
**Author:** [@offensivelybad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/offensivelybad)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/poor-acceleration-when-hot/104739 "2017-06-11T23:29:45Z")
I have an 08 Sentra Se-R spec V that I bought recently and it has really poor acceleration when the engine gets hot. It feels like it's running rich. So to give some background, the car needed some work when I first b… --- ## [A/C - shudder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-shudder/104856)
**Author:** [@scj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scj)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-shudder/104856 "2017-06-11T19:40:12Z")
2015 Nissan Rogue. About 20 seconds after we've stopped at a stop light the car engine seems to "shutter" a bit. It's preceded by a click and lasts maybe a second. It doesn't do this when the a/c is off but only when it'… --- ## [Overheating and rpm going crazy don't know why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-rpm-going-crazy-dont-know-why/104757)
**Author:** [@Krystleluv1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Krystleluv1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-and-rpm-going-crazy-dont-know-why/104757 "2017-06-11T14:20:23Z")
While in park the temperature gauge moves above normal ,it also doesn't stay at idle speed it drops below. Fans don't come on by themselves they do if I turn on ac. While driving temperature goes up also more than normal… --- ## [05 Ford Explorer Rumble Noise Diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-ford-explorer-rumble-noise-diagnosis/104791)
**Author:** [@Wrapswithlori](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wrapswithlori)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2017, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-ford-explorer-rumble-noise-diagnosis/104791 "2017-06-11T01:53:14Z")
Hi all... So I've consulted all my car people and the internet and still don't know where to begin fixing my problem... Here is the problem: At about 40-50 mph when I'm just driving steadily (not actively accelerating) … --- ## [Subaru Outback 2013 rear brake pads replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-2013-rear-brake-pads-replacement/104820)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-2013-rear-brake-pads-replacement/104820 "2017-06-10T23:39:43Z")
In a few minutes I'll be helping my son install new rear brake pads on his Subie. Car has 70,000 miles. Dealer rotated tires and told him front pads were "Yellow" and rear pads were "red" as a wear/replacentment advisory… --- ## [Air Cond stops working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-cond-stops-working/104772)
**Author:** [@hyebe14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hyebe14)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-cond-stops-working/104772 "2017-06-10T21:05:25Z")
My air conditioning will stop working while the car is running. It will be putting out cold air for a while, then stop. If I turn the AC off and then back on again after a few seconds it seems to recover, but I'm worri… --- ## [Toyota RAV4 '06 starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-06-starting-issues/104812)
**Author:** [@monastyr123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/monastyr123)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-06-starting-issues/104812 "2017-06-10T20:14:33Z")
2006 Toyota RAV4 with 4-cyl 2.4L Camry engine, 138k miles. I have four problems. They may be related. 1) P0171 code -- lean mixture. I have checked for the intake air leaks under the hood, and can't find any. I have in… --- ## [Truck rear-ended at high speed, crumpled bumper. Time frame?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-rear-ended-at-high-speed-crumpled-bumper-time-frame/104795)
**Author:** [@Darlingnikki5000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darlingnikki5000)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-rear-ended-at-high-speed-crumpled-bumper-time-frame/104795 "2017-06-10T18:33:36Z")
I was hit from behind on the interstate by a driver who never even hit the breaks. I was in my Silverado and he in a smaller Toyota. The impact was great, but surprisingly the truck could be driven onto the tow truck. It… --- ## [Is the shop at fault?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-at-fault/104806)
**Author:** [@jessietrimborn21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jessietrimborn21)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2017, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-shop-at-fault/104806 "2017-06-10T14:29:42Z")
Bear with me because this is going to be a long one. I have a 2002 Acura TL which I had the transmission rebuilt for $1600 a year ago. It came with a 2 year/24,000 mile warranty. When we were about 2,000 miles before the… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=968) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=970)