# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=971 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 972 --- ## [Code in Layman's terms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-in-laymans-terms/104641)
**Author:** [@rebeccajsheriff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rebeccajsheriff)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2017, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-in-laymans-terms/104641 "2017-06-06T00:28:00Z")
Hello, Would someone be able to explain the OBD II code DTC 03 in Layman's terms? Thanks --- ## [Repairs/selling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairs-selling/104515)
**Author:** [@roda.school](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roda.school)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2017, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairs-selling/104515 "2017-06-06T00:12:42Z")
My van has 174295 miles. To fix the coolant system it costs $1,000.00. The price to sell the car is $400.00 My question is should i repair the car and sell it or should i just sell it as it is? Or should I repair it and … --- ## [Suspension brands](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-brands/104522)
**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-brands/104522 "2017-06-05T20:03:32Z")
Hello folks, I have 2006 Sentra. The suspensions are leaking for a while now. Since we decided that we are not going to sell the car, I plan to invest in new set of suspensions. Does anyone have brand recommendations, … --- ## [Civic 08 vibration/ noise with AC turned on during idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-08-vibration-noise-with-ac-turned-on-during-idle/104643)
**Author:** [@arpan.doshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arpan.doshi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-08-vibration-noise-with-ac-turned-on-during-idle/104643 "2017-06-05T17:10:10Z")
Hi all, I need help regarding my 2008 Civic LX 4D. Car has about 72k miles on it and I am the original owner. For past few months the engine makes intermittent rattling noise with vibration every 20-30 seconds when car… --- ## [Towed a 4runner wrong, what could have happened, and what should I do now?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towed-a-4runner-wrong-what-could-have-happened-and-what-should-i-do-now/77955)
**Author:** [@pak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pak)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 10:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towed-a-4runner-wrong-what-could-have-happened-and-what-should-i-do-now/77955 "2017-06-05T10:30:53Z")
I recently moved, and rented a UHaul with tow dolly for my 2002 Toyota 4runner 4WD automatic. My wife, who made the reservation, did not see the warning that you have to disconnect the driveshaft to tow it, and the guy … --- ## [Ac Clutch only engaging from defroster. Could really use some help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-only-engaging-from-defroster-could-really-use-some-help/104459)
**Author:** [@Teraldo79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Teraldo79)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2017, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-clutch-only-engaging-from-defroster-could-really-use-some-help/104459 "2017-06-05T00:48:50Z")
I just bought a 01 dodge stratus with the 2.4 DOHC. Initially I thought the AC needed a charge, but I put a pressure gauge on it and its holding at 70 lbs on the low side so I figured it was a relay. I replaced the relay… --- ## [2001 Toyota 4runner Acceleration Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-4runner-acceleration-issues/104469)
**Author:** [@richardkoi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richardkoi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-4runner-acceleration-issues/104469 "2017-06-04T23:54:28Z")
When cruising down the highway my acceleration suddenly dies on me. Pressing the pedal to the floor does nothing for 5-10 seconds and suddenly I have acceleration back. It's gotten to a point where it is dangerous to dri… --- ## [2001 Toyota 4Runner: Cruise Control Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-4runner-cruise-control-issue/43694)
**Author:** [@bikerunbeerman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bikerunbeerman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-4runner-cruise-control-issue/43694 "2010-02-02T18:01:54Z")
When cruise control is engaged and vehicle is climbing moderately steep inclines, the engine revs up VERY high(screams!) to get to the set speed. It revs so high, I turn the cruise control off. Is this normal or can this… --- ## [Fix or junk a 98 Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-junk-a-98-camry/86568)
**Author:** [@Star68](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Star68)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-junk-a-98-camry/86568 "2017-06-04T22:42:59Z")
My Camry has 114,500 miles on it. It needs a new oil pump seal - I have been quoted about $900 for the job. Trying to decide if I should fix it or buy another car. --- ## [AC Fan Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-fan-noise/104612)
**Author:** [@kthompson1015](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kthompson1015)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-fan-noise/104612 "2017-06-04T20:17:17Z")
Car seems to be making a noise that sounds like it might be coming from right behind the dash, sounds maybe like a belt. It's a rhythmic noise that isn't really random and it occurs pretty much at all times until I turn … --- ## [Rusted nut on stud problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusted-nut-on-stud-problem/104581)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusted-nut-on-stud-problem/104581 "2017-06-04T18:25:09Z")
Nut on stud holds thick metal plate. Everything badly rusted together. Impossible to twist nut with wrench or socket without rounding or deforming it. Access from the side is a problem, so difficult to get hacksaw or d… --- ## [My '07 Town Car is VERY difficult to turn right only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-07-town-car-is-very-difficult-to-turn-right-only/104586)
**Author:** [@Exersia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Exersia)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-07-town-car-is-very-difficult-to-turn-right-only/104586 "2017-06-04T15:08:39Z")
Firstly I'd like to say that I just put a brand new OEM power steering pump from Ford into it and it did absolutely nothing for my problem. New steering fluid with sufficient levels. This is a 2007 with almost 500k miles… --- ## [Car dies, only after traveling at higher speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-only-after-traveling-at-higher-speed/104610)
**Author:** [@Groves](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Groves)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-only-after-traveling-at-higher-speed/104610 "2017-06-04T14:24:45Z")
After being on the expressway, the car wants to die when I exit and come to a stop. It surges and then dies. When I restart it, if I put it in gear it dies. My mechanic has checked all the hoses, gas line etc and can't f… --- ## [Toyota Matrix - Dashboard Lights Flash and Car Dies (No Electrical)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-dashboard-lights-flash-and-car-dies-no-electrical/104609)
**Author:** [@Odysseus1001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Odysseus1001)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2017, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-dashboard-lights-flash-and-car-dies-no-electrical/104609 "2017-06-04T13:37:18Z")
Last night, I started up the Matrix as usual, and it ran a touch rough for about three seconds. Then the dashboard lights flashed, and after that, the whole car died. The car is now totally unresponsive (no electrical … --- ## [Spontaneous Shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spontaneous-shut-off/104556)
**Author:** [@Robk98](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robk98)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spontaneous-shut-off/104556 "2017-06-03T21:53:20Z")
My wife has a 1999 V6 Mustang that has, all things considered, been remarkably reliable (more reliable than some Toyotas I’ve owned in fact). However, today the power went off momentarily while we were driving, and then… --- ## [Subaru Airbag Recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-airbag-recall/104570)
**Author:** [@Chanderli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chanderli)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-airbag-recall/104570 "2017-06-03T12:57:52Z")
I received a letter from Subaru saying my 2009 Forester is being recalled for a defective airbag. The letter said the necessary replacement will not be available until next Spring. Meanwhile. no one should ride in the pa… --- ## [VOLVO 240:Headlights not working, smoke from under hood, car won't start now](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-headlights-not-working-smoke-from-under-hood-car-wont-start-now/104471)
**Author:** [@AridianSea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AridianSea)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-headlights-not-working-smoke-from-under-hood-car-wont-start-now/104471 "2017-06-03T11:00:23Z")
Just last night, on the way to a friends, car started smoking from under hood, headlights went out (parking lights and dash lights still worked) , and there was a weird smell present. As of this morning, car will not sta… --- ## [Intermittent start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-start/104512)
**Author:** [@goldilocks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goldilocks)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-start/104512 "2017-06-03T00:56:12Z")
Hi, My 1989 F-250 (110,000 miles) does not start reliably. Sometimes it cranks slowly but won't fire up, sometimes just one click, sometimes nothing, and sometimes starts beautifully. I have had bad luck with mechanics … --- ## [Horn works intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-works-intermittently/104560)
**Author:** [@ilovecarnageandmojitos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ilovecarnageandmojitos)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2017, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-works-intermittently/104560 "2017-06-03T00:06:11Z")
My horn works in park but not drive... specifically when auto door lock engages at 15mph the horn stops working. Any ideas on a fix? --- ## [Curious about replacing Airbag Inflator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-about-replacing-airbag-inflator/104557)
**Author:** [@Requires-Too-Much-Thought](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Requires-Too-Much-Thought)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-about-replacing-airbag-inflator/104557 "2017-06-02T23:58:39Z")
I searched the board; I didn't see any discussions about the Takata airbag situation. This was a big problem. What was the problem? I have a PDF file (which seems to be from Ford) which gives instructions on replaci… --- ## [1999 Chevy Silverado - High Idle - Hard shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-silverado-high-idle-hard-shifting/104572)
**Author:** [@mpoage63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpoage63)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-silverado-high-idle-hard-shifting/104572 "2017-06-02T23:36:26Z")
I have a 1999 Chevy Silverado 1500 (5.3 V8) - 4 wheel drive - 150,000K miles that has developed a "high idle" that we can't get resolved. This "high idle' condition is causing the Automatic Transmission to "slam" when pu… --- ## [Misfire 1995 TOYOTA AVALON](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-1995-toyota-avalon/103434)
**Author:** [@clarusignus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clarusignus)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-1995-toyota-avalon/103434 "2017-06-02T22:15:53Z")
My mother purchased a Toyota Avalon for my college age brother to use. With only a hundred and ten thousand miles comma we assumed that being a Toyota it probably would not break down. A short while later the engine beg… --- ## [Strut rattling when cruising](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-rattling-when-cruising/104496)
**Author:** [@kevinsmcfadden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevinsmcfadden)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strut-rattling-when-cruising/104496 "2017-06-02T20:31:16Z")
Hello, 2007 Volvo s60 2.5t driver, here. I've got an odd one that I wish I could call Tom and Ray about. Okay, my front struts are busted. I've had two mechanics tell me this--the guys down the street think it'll run me … --- ## [Abs and Srs light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-and-srs-light/104417)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-and-srs-light/104417 "2017-06-02T19:53:53Z")
My 01 accord has both abs and Srs lights on. I tried the reset procedure for abs but it would not work. You can jump the dlc connector to read flashes which should give codes but I got about a 1/2 dozen light sequences. … --- ## [Dented wheels - ok to keep using?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-wheels-ok-to-keep-using/104285)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 10:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dented-wheels-ok-to-keep-using/104285 "2017-06-02T10:00:23Z")
Repair/fix, or replace with used/new wheels? Or minimal damage enough to reuse as is? Looking at it, looks to be minimally dented at/around the edge/rim that I don’t foresee a problem as a novice but wanted some opinions… --- ## [Bad alternator possibly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-alternator-possibly/104478)
**Author:** [@John\_Andrew\_McCormick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Andrew_McCormick)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-alternator-possibly/104478 "2017-06-02T06:13:45Z")
Hello all! A little background information first. So last weekend my dad bought a used '98 Crown Vic off an older lady (original owner) who had only put 66,000 miles on it so it wasn't driven a whole lot. A day after … --- ## [SOLVED: 2004 Suburban metal noise underneath engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-2004-suburban-metal-noise-underneath-engine/104261)
**Author:** [@kawadley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kawadley)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-2004-suburban-metal-noise-underneath-engine/104261 "2017-06-02T03:37:27Z")
When I first start the suburban I can back out of the carport without hearing the noise but as soon as I go forward I hear a loud metal on metal noise that sounds like someone hitting a hammer on a piece of metal. Tryin… --- ## [TJ Wrangler Reverse Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tj-wrangler-reverse-issues/104456)
**Author:** [@kylieoxlee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kylieoxlee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tj-wrangler-reverse-issues/104456 "2017-06-02T03:03:23Z")
Hey Guys, Need a bit of advice for by 2004 TJ Wrangler Auto which no longer works in reverse. This is a time line of what happened; Dropped wrangler off at mechanic for general check over as planning a road trip in nea… --- ## [87 f150 fuel pump issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-f150-fuel-pump-issues/104074)
**Author:** [@Josephc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josephc)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-f150-fuel-pump-issues/104074 "2017-06-02T02:53:37Z")
My fuel pump has been cutting in and out for a bit. At first I thought it had died but bench testing showed it was fine. So I guess it is bad wires bad computer bad fuel pressure switch? Instead of fooling with all that … --- ## [Fuse Relay location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-relay-location/104474)
**Author:** [@tylermichaloski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tylermichaloski)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2017, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuse-relay-location/104474 "2017-06-02T02:47:57Z")
My engine fan seems to have stopped starting, I was reading my car manual about a fuse relay, I am not to sure where its located as its not a hanes manual and does not discuss the exact location. I have tried following t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=970) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=972)