# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=973 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 974 --- ## [How can I be sure catalytic converter really needed to be replaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-be-sure-catalytic-converter-really-needed-to-be-replaced/60436)
**Author:** [@Donna\_in\_PA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donna_in_PA)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-be-sure-catalytic-converter-really-needed-to-be-replaced/60436 "2017-05-27T23:16:01Z")
My husband just paid $1900 to have the catalytic converter replaced in our 2005 Honda CRV with 202k miles. The check engine light appeared 2 days ago. At the dealership, the diagnostic gave P0420 code "internal fault w… --- ## [How too type of question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-too-type-of-question/104086)
**Author:** [@rockstarenergy553](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rockstarenergy553)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-too-type-of-question/104086 "2017-05-27T15:54:15Z")
How's it going y'all??? I'm pretty pissed off about my Jeep and what's going on with it an i don't have the slightest clue what to do or the slightest clue on how to fix it.... The other night where i live, we had a real… --- ## [ABS MTR and ABS SOL fuses 08 xterra (need to disable abs)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-mtr-and-abs-sol-fuses-08-xterra-need-to-disable-abs/104323)
**Author:** [@reesekj09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reesekj09)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-mtr-and-abs-sol-fuses-08-xterra-need-to-disable-abs/104323 "2017-05-27T03:29:40Z")
Before you start saying its irresponsible to disable abs, hear me out. Right now my abs triggers when I'm driving normal, slow speeds. 2008 xterra. Its not a brake problem. Its abs. I'm not driving on snow and ice. I kno… --- ## [Mysterious Leak/Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-leak-noise/104304)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mysterious-leak-noise/104304 "2017-05-27T01:22:54Z")
Hey there. I noticed a mysterious leak and hissing/sucking kind of noise coming from behind the steering wheel/on the firewall in my 76 lincoln mark iv. I think I tracked it down to what seems to be called a vacuum suppl… --- ## [My Engine is Crinkling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-is-crinkling/104275)
**Author:** [@mcmullen.robert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcmullen.robert)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-is-crinkling/104275 "2017-05-27T00:53:20Z")
Dear Anyone..., I have a smart Car issue. I was hit by a car last December. I had all the repairs done to it, but I noticed a "crinkly" sound coming from the engine. It only happens when I accelerate. Now, this only ha… --- ## [Catalytic converter Replacement cost 1999 ford escort](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-replacement-cost-1999-ford-escort/104305)
**Author:** [@Jenni101](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenni101)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-replacement-cost-1999-ford-escort/104305 "2017-05-27T00:30:32Z")
Around how much would it cost to replace a catalytic converter in 1999 ford escort, with parts and labor? Just need an estimate so i know what ill be dealing with! Thanks! :slight\_smile: --- ## [Pls Help 1999 suzuki swift automatic no acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pls-help-1999-suzuki-swift-automatic-no-acceleration/104322)
**Author:** [@loladiaz013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loladiaz013)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pls-help-1999-suzuki-swift-automatic-no-acceleration/104322 "2017-05-27T00:25:39Z")
Please help, i have a 99 swift automatic. It stoppted responding when i would press the gas petal. Not reving at all either. i was told it was the trans so i got a car that was not running but the engine and trans was wo… --- ## [Removing a Sav-A-Thread by Helicoil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-a-sav-a-thread-by-helicoil/104359)
**Author:** [@kruger.keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kruger.keith)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2017, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-a-sav-a-thread-by-helicoil/104359 "2017-05-27T00:17:44Z")
Has anyone ever removed a Sav-A-Thread Helicoil? they installed one due to stripping the threads on the middle plug in the back on a 3.3L Dodge Caravan. It is not in straight and the plug keeps fouling out after about 1,… --- ## [1996 T&C limp mode, odd code, and wrong speed..?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-t-c-limp-mode-odd-code-and-wrong-speed/104325)
**Author:** [@wylddogwoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wylddogwoman)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2017, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-t-c-limp-mode-odd-code-and-wrong-speed/104325 "2017-05-26T16:45:44Z")
Getting a P1768 code.. Stuck in Limp mode, and reader says we are going 88 when we are actually going 55.. Thoughts? --- ## [Why no car alert you when you have hand brake on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-no-car-alert-you-when-you-have-hand-brake-on/104204)
**Author:** [@Ben-C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-C)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2017, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-no-car-alert-you-when-you-have-hand-brake-on/104204 "2017-05-26T15:55:28Z")
I have a 2008 Toyota Rav4. The brakes wore because i kept forgetting to release the hand brake before i drive. Now i just got a brand new 2017 mini cooper. And i made a same mistake today and drove for about a mile then … --- ## [Saturn vue valve stem seals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-vue-valve-stem-seals/104273)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-vue-valve-stem-seals/104273 "2017-05-25T23:39:10Z")
03 saturn vue 3.0 opel motor. took off springs. pic shows the edge of valve stem but i cant really make out the valve stem seal lip? is the lip gone? this is pic of new valve stem seal. seal is down in deep hole so its h… --- ## [Crown Vic Fuel Pump Relay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-vic-fuel-pump-relay/104316)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2017, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-vic-fuel-pump-relay/104316 "2017-05-26T04:39:42Z")
Anybody know where the fuel pump relay is located on a 2007 Crown Vic? I think a 2005 to 2010 are all pretty much the same.... --- ## [Fair Price For CV Joints In a 2007 Honda Fit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fair-price-for-cv-joints-in-a-2007-honda-fit/104309)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2017, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fair-price-for-cv-joints-in-a-2007-honda-fit/104309 "2017-05-26T02:22:44Z")
Can I get a quick reality check from the group? Honda Fit with about 100K miles about ten years old quit and was towed to a place we have come to trust (mostly). CV Joints left and right replaced. $750. Fair deal for t… --- ## [Steering wheel vibration at about 68 MPH](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-vibration-at-about-68-mph/103252)
**Author:** [@Bonko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bonko)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-wheel-vibration-at-about-68-mph/103252 "2017-05-25T22:35:48Z")
2004 Pilot, 142K. Generally running fine, regular maintenance from a non-dealer but Honda-approved reputed shop. The steering wheel vibrates while driving at around 68mph or so. its fine at 65mph, starts a slight vibra… --- ## [69 Camaro help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/69-camaro-help/104280)
**Author:** [@Ryanpenn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryanpenn)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/69-camaro-help/104280 "2017-05-25T18:31:40Z")
First time on here so I hope I'm getting this right. I know the basics but I could use some help troubleshooting what's going on with my 69 SS. Start up and idle sounds normal. Once I put the 4 speed in 2nd and give it g… --- ## [Truck Does Not Shift But Still Drives](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-does-not-shift-but-still-drives/104266)
**Author:** [@rpbfootbal1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rpbfootbal1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-does-not-shift-but-still-drives/104266 "2017-05-25T03:09:08Z")
So I have a 1998 Ford F-150 she is stuck in drive the shifter moves but she doesn't change. It will not go into reverse, but she still runs and drives. It has never happened before and I'm not sure what to do can anyone … --- ## [2005 Ford FreeSTYLE - crossmember rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-freestyle-crossmember-rust/103297)
**Author:** [@depper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/depper)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-freestyle-crossmember-rust/103297 "2017-05-25T02:28:19Z")
I brought my 2005 Ford Freestyle in for a routine oil change. The oil tech mentioned on the receipt that the crossmember was rusted out. I dont put very much weight in oil techs' technical ability but that's a visual … --- ## [2008 Hyundai Accent hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-accent-hood/104287)
**Author:** [@Rubenstein\_lauren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rubenstein_lauren)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-accent-hood/104287 "2017-05-25T02:07:44Z")
yesteday I had gotten into a fender bender and their car is completely fine, but the hood of my car bent and it won’t stay down. Any idea of how much it’ll cost to replace? Can I fix it myself? Thanks! --- ## [What can I use to cover up holes in the door panels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-can-i-use-to-cover-up-holes-in-the-door-panels/99300)
**Author:** [@mazda\_protege](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mazda_protege)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-can-i-use-to-cover-up-holes-in-the-door-panels/99300 "2017-05-25T01:23:58Z")
Hi there, After installing power windows and removing the original winders→ I now have these holes in my door panels (please take a look at the picture. Please can you recommend what would be a suitable way to impr… --- ## [Car wont move when put in gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-when-put-in-gear/104200)
**Author:** [@tbartif6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbartif6)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-when-put-in-gear/104200 "2017-05-25T00:42:56Z")
I went to the store and i felt the van lurch forward then it would not go very fast, after i park and went in i came out got in my van put it in gear and it wouldnt move. A friend tried to push it while it was cranked an… --- ## [06 Subaru Clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-subaru-clutch/104270)
**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2017, 3:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-subaru-clutch/104270 "2017-05-24T15:17:13Z")
2006 subaru impreza 2.5 non turbo . Would it be easier to pull the engine or transmission to repair the clutch ? Also , are the 06's plagued with head gasket problems like a lot of earlier models & if I pull the engine s… --- ## [Schrader Valve Leak! But....Bad Compressor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/schrader-valve-leak-but-bad-compressor/104221)
**Author:** [@isaacburnsmusic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/isaacburnsmusic)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/schrader-valve-leak-but-bad-compressor/104221 "2017-05-23T18:23:37Z")
I'll try to make this as short and sweet as possible. Two weeks ago my a/c gradually moved from blowing cold to blowing warm over the course of three days. Initially I figured it was low on refrigerant so I bought a can… --- ## [Why does smell come off vents in car under certain conditions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-smell-come-off-vents-in-car-under-certain-conditions/82694)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-smell-come-off-vents-in-car-under-certain-conditions/82694 "2017-05-23T04:26:27Z")
I've noticed the following and wonder what might the reason be for it: A/C running and vents open - no problem with smell/odor A/C off, heat/fan off, vents open - sometimes get this engine-y smell coming out of vents H… --- ## [Loud idle engine noise like sawing something by hand](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-idle-engine-noise-like-sawing-something-by-hand/82120)
**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 4:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-idle-engine-noise-like-sawing-something-by-hand/82120 "2017-05-23T04:23:18Z")
See these videos I recorded for the sound of the car when idle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3peAvA49mE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EIi6MS7j\_A http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sxu6IHw1kTo seems a bit rather … --- ## [Engine Rattling only when in Drive and moving while accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-rattling-only-when-in-drive-and-moving-while-accelerating/104153)
**Author:** [@francosfarms](https://community.cartalk.com/u/francosfarms)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-rattling-only-when-in-drive-and-moving-while-accelerating/104153 "2017-05-23T03:37:25Z")
Hello, I have a Nissan Murano with about 120k miles on it. There is a rattling noise coming from the engine compartment when I am driving and only when I give gas. I cannot get the car to make the noise any other t… --- ## [Camaro wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camaro-wont-start/98678)
**Author:** [@markfultz1322](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markfultz1322)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camaro-wont-start/98678 "2017-05-23T01:48:08Z")
2016 camaro ss wont turn over. any idea why --- ## [Transmission noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-noise/90866)
**Author:** [@PapaScott1972](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PapaScott1972)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-noise/90866 "2017-05-23T01:35:21Z")
I have 1992 Honda Accord, LX. Automatic. 108K miles. There is a "growling" sound that comes from the transmission once the car reaches 40 miles per hour. This sound increases and decreases with the speed of the car. The … --- ## [Oil smoke from dipstick tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-smoke-from-dipstick-tube/83481)
**Author:** [@Bluegill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bluegill)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-smoke-from-dipstick-tube/83481 "2017-05-23T01:13:39Z")
Hey guys, I've got smoke coming out of my oil dipstick tube. 1996 Mercury Mystique 2.0L automatic, 62000 miles. I noticed a burning oil smell after a short (10 mile) drive, and checked the oil when I got home. A few wisp… --- ## [Sliding Door on 2001 Pontiac Montana](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sliding-door-on-2001-pontiac-montana/25504)
**Author:** [@mmazurkiewicz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mmazurkiewicz)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2017, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sliding-door-on-2001-pontiac-montana/25504 "2017-05-23T00:52:06Z")
Hello, I have a passenger side door that is electric and intermittently does not work. I hear the clicking before the door moves, but it seems like the motor is not running. Has anyone experienced this problem? Tha… --- ## [Replacement battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-battery/104116)
**Author:** [@purbrookian1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/purbrookian1)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2017, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-battery/104116 "2017-05-22T22:17:36Z")
Does anyone have an opinion on the best brand of replacement battery, or are they all pretty much the same? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=972) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=974)