# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=975 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 976 --- ## [2000 Nissan Frontier V6 - Randomly dies! P0325 & P1320](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-frontier-v6-randomly-dies-p0325-p1320/94369)
**Author:** [@Beef\_Tits](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beef_Tits)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-nissan-frontier-v6-randomly-dies-p0325-p1320/94369 "2017-05-17T13:49:03Z")
Hey fellas! Looking for a little help with this headache. It's a 2000 Frontier V6 4x4 CC with 104k miles. It just randomly dies going down the road. Sometimes it restarts. Sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes I just get a … --- ## [Diagnosis: bad wheel bearings, is my diagnosis correct?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnosis-bad-wheel-bearings-is-my-diagnosis-correct/103604)
**Author:** [@Queue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Queue)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnosis-bad-wheel-bearings-is-my-diagnosis-correct/103604 "2017-05-17T12:58:16Z")
Vehicle: 2007 Corolla. Diagnosis: bad wheel bearings, is my diagnosis correct? While driving on the highway, the steering wheel started wobbling, it seems more pronounced at higher speeds. So, I pulled over to take … --- ## [Large Dent Repair DIY?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-dent-repair-diy/103990)
**Author:** [@sidehustle44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sidehustle44)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-dent-repair-diy/103990 "2017-05-17T05:11:41Z")
In a fit of distracted genius, I struck a pole leaving the parking garage of my work. My only solace is I am definitely not the first person to do this. The paintless dent repair companies said I should take the truck to… --- ## [Dodge Ram engine knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-engine-knocking/103973)
**Author:** [@rburden10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rburden10)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-engine-knocking/103973 "2017-05-17T03:54:12Z")
I have a 2012 dodge ram 1500 5.7 hemi. I am getting a knocking noise from the engine on a cold start. The knock goes away after 30-45 seconds. Any ideas what might be going on? --- ## [2003 Altima Ignition Coils Going Bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-altima-ignition-coils-going-bad/103999)
**Author:** [@bergeous2009](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bergeous2009)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-altima-ignition-coils-going-bad/103999 "2017-05-17T03:47:21Z")
I have had a Nissan altima which about 4 months ago started to have ignition coils go out. The mechanic i took it to repaired a few of them. The codes were something to do with the camshaft sensor and misfiring. The car … --- ## [Going to the mechanic tomorrow...how to make sure everything gets diagnosed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-to-the-mechanic-tomorrow-how-to-make-sure-everything-gets-diagnosed/103951)
**Author:** [@kaydibee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kaydibee)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2017, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-to-the-mechanic-tomorrow-how-to-make-sure-everything-gets-diagnosed/103951 "2017-05-17T03:33:16Z")
I'm planning on going to the mechanic tomorrow so I ran a diagnostic test at the auto parts store. I'm going in because there is a stutter when the car starts and the engine light came on last night; these messages all c… --- ## [2012 Equinox battery issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-equinox-battery-issues/88846)
**Author:** [@redtaz2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redtaz2000)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-equinox-battery-issues/88846 "2017-05-16T23:45:04Z")
2012 Equinox at 5300 miles after driving and returning home key would not come out of the ignition switch. Key would turn, but car would not start and key would not come out. Car was under warrenty- local dealer towed an… --- ## [Car won't accelerate past 40mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-accelerate-past-40mph/88850)
**Author:** [@Torinosuke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Torinosuke)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-accelerate-past-40mph/88850 "2017-05-16T22:24:05Z")
93 Mercury Cougar 3.8L V6 with just over 83,000 miles l've been trying to figure out this issue for ages, but can't seem to find the root of the issue. When driving and accelerating to 40mph, the rpms drop and GET STUC… --- ## [Control arm?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arm/103917)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arm/103917 "2017-05-16T17:27:00Z")
Replaced my upper control arm due to bad ball joint. Car drove fine before. Now I have a vibration at 30mph. Goes away at 40mph. I did not move/rotate tires. Why would vibration appear? Changing arm requires unbolting to… --- ## [GM. Not Real Actors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-not-real-actors/103859)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-not-real-actors/103859 "2017-05-16T19:53:13Z")
But how true! Tester --- ## [Modifications](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifications/103797)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/modifications/103797 "2017-05-16T18:41:16Z")
I made a modification to my antenna. I plan to paint the wire white. :slight\_smile: I welcome any comments. --- ## [Cleaning rust quicker way than wire brushes but DIY solution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-rust-quicker-way-than-wire-brushes-but-diy-solution/103975)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-rust-quicker-way-than-wire-brushes-but-diy-solution/103975 "2017-05-16T16:33:56Z")
I'm looking for something that isn't expensive that much but goes faster than wire brush. Not a pro solution but as a DIY. I was thinking of a dremmel, but how powerful should it be for something like cleaning brake ha… --- ## [Do I have to change both control arms at the same time?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-to-change-both-control-arms-at-the-same-time/103981)
**Author:** [@Maryanne1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maryanne1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-to-change-both-control-arms-at-the-same-time/103981 "2017-05-16T14:32:35Z")
I am changing my passenger lower control arm, should I also change the drivers side at the same time?? --- ## [Rotation Sound When Turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotation-sound-when-turning/102666)
**Author:** [@migueldiaz24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/migueldiaz24)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotation-sound-when-turning/102666 "2017-05-16T05:30:17Z")
Hello, First post here! I have a 2002 Toyota Corolla S 1.8L engine. I just replaced both front wheel bearings on this car and now that the noises of the wheel bearings are gone, I am getting this rotational noise when … --- ## [Bad Oxygen Sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-oxygen-sensor/103947)
**Author:** [@MrHappyGoLucky12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MrHappyGoLucky12)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-oxygen-sensor/103947 "2017-05-16T03:55:25Z")
One of the oxygen sensors went bad in my car. I live paycheck to paycheck and can't afford to have it replaced right now (quoted $300 at the dealership). The check engine light stays on, but in runs fine. Will it dama… --- ## [Captive bolt? What is it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/captive-bolt-what-is-it/103900)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/captive-bolt-what-is-it/103900 "2017-05-16T02:34:51Z")
I saw a reference to the phrase "captive bolt" , about a starter motor. Apparently this vendor's starter motor sported a captive bolt, which somehow made it easier to install. While the competitors product didn't. … --- ## [BMW Squeal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-squeal/103961)
**Author:** [@joshua.davies202](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshua.davies202)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-squeal/103961 "2017-05-16T02:27:46Z")
Hi Guys, I'm brand new to the forum but have been browsing around here for a while and can't seem to find an answer! I recently purchased a 2011 328i Coupe and around 3 weeks ago I started hearing a squeal coming fro… --- ## [Truck feels sluggish and feels like it's over revving before it shifts. But it's not a tranny issue, throttle body? Or mass airflow sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-feels-sluggish-and-feels-like-its-over-revving-before-it-shifts-but-its-not-a-tranny-issue-throttle-body-or-mass-airflow-sensor/103933)
**Author:** [@fitznbrooks23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fitznbrooks23)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2017, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-feels-sluggish-and-feels-like-its-over-revving-before-it-shifts-but-its-not-a-tranny-issue-throttle-body-or-mass-airflow-sensor/103933 "2017-05-16T00:28:16Z")
Acceleration from 1-2 is sluggish and feels like a slip into 2nd but seems like it's struggling had check engine light on and throttle body came up. Cleaned it and helped a little but still does it. Maybe TB is faulty? --- ## [Clutch cable collar pulled/broke off firewall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-cable-collar-pulled-broke-off-firewall/103882)
**Author:** [@Edougie3000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edougie3000)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-cable-collar-pulled-broke-off-firewall/103882 "2017-05-15T23:34:36Z")
I have a 1994 Mitsubishi mighty max. The collar on my fire wall where the clutch cable fits into and allows me to adjusts the tenson has pulled into the cab. I've fabricated a plate on the firewall with a new collar but … --- ## [I scratched my car driving onto the curb- WHAT TO DO HELP PLEASE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-scratched-my-car-driving-onto-the-curb-what-to-do-help-please/103902)
**Author:** [@christineancho](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christineancho)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-scratched-my-car-driving-onto-the-curb-what-to-do-help-please/103902 "2017-05-15T18:22:37Z")
Can I repair it on my own? It’s pretty deep. Please healp me --- ## [Starving for oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starving-for-oil/103802)
**Author:** [@registereduser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/registereduser)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starving-for-oil/103802 "2017-05-15T11:04:56Z")
Hey guys. My 2000 Lexus GS 400 (4.0L V8) has been worrying me lately. It has 226,000 miles and still runs great. My concern is that on occasion when I go to crank the car after it has been sitting for a day or two- usual… --- ## [Early 2000 toyota Tacoma oscillating at highway speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-2000-toyota-tacoma-oscillating-at-highway-speed/103898)
**Author:** [@Josephc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josephc)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-2000-toyota-tacoma-oscillating-at-highway-speed/103898 "2017-05-15T03:37:36Z")
My friend has a Tacoma that oscillates violently at highway speed. It makes you feel like a bobble head. Starts at about 60 and gets real scary around 65. She has replaced rear shocks and leaf springs and it hasn't helpe… --- ## [Question in regards to jacking cars on engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-in-regards-to-jacking-cars-on-engine/103915)
**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-in-regards-to-jacking-cars-on-engine/103915 "2017-05-15T02:59:07Z")
Ok so heres something I'm confused about. Every video and guides tell you not to jack the vehicle up by placing the jack under the engine because there's the oil pan and things like that. But when you do a engine mount… --- ## [Truck engine whine with acceleration or revving, was told it's normal but sounds loud (supercharger type whine)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-engine-whine-with-acceleration-or-revving-was-told-its-normal-but-sounds-loud-supercharger-type-whine/103934)
**Author:** [@fitznbrooks23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fitznbrooks23)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2017, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-engine-whine-with-acceleration-or-revving-was-told-its-normal-but-sounds-loud-supercharger-type-whine/103934 "2017-05-15T02:52:42Z")
I have a 2003 Chevy Silverado. Supercharger type whine all the time while In 1-2 gear then goes away or maybe not noticeable at higher speeds. Numerous people said it's normal but sounds like it's not. I sometimes hear o… --- ## [Heating/AC issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heating-ac-issue/103904)
**Author:** [@Pgoettl88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pgoettl88)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heating-ac-issue/103904 "2017-05-14T18:24:07Z")
In the front of the van the heating and ac work fine, but for the rear control it only throws heat for the 2nd and 3rd rows. I have as cool as it can go and ac turned on, any reason why it's not throwing any cool air? --- ## [1999 toy camry 2.2 5sfe - non interference engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toy-camry-2-2-5sfe-non-interference-engine/103923)
**Author:** [@jengle6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jengle6)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 5:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toy-camry-2-2-5sfe-non-interference-engine/103923 "2017-05-14T17:26:45Z")
I am first time rebuilding my engine. All is well, right at the end but no start. Crank, yes. but no start. With engine installed, I can't see the camshaft timing mark due to the engine mount bracket. Still when the … --- ## [Car repair vs replace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-vs-replace/103824)
**Author:** [@Hollywood1974](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hollywood1974)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-vs-replace/103824 "2017-05-14T17:12:22Z")
Me and one of my friends had a heated discussion today and I was wondering what people's thoughts on here would be. The discussion is if you have an older car that runs good but needs body work, is it more economical to… --- ## [1999 camry 2.2 rebuild/no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-camry-2-2-rebuild-no-start/103920)
**Author:** [@jengle6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jengle6)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-camry-2-2-rebuild-no-start/103920 "2017-05-14T15:18:48Z")
I have done some work on engines with longer firing orders so I thought that my 1999 Toyota CamryLE 2.2 5SFE would be a nice diversion. I sent out the block and head and they shop ordered parts. I have a full set of or… --- ## [2005 Subaru Outback Engine Noise - Loud Clicking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-engine-noise-loud-clicking/103747)
**Author:** [@martin.mcguan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martin.mcguan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-engine-noise-loud-clicking/103747 "2017-05-14T12:31:54Z")
Hello, I own a 2005 Subaru Outback, LL Bean Edition with 3.0L engine. The car has approximately 148,000 miles. It runs very well, but the car makes a loud clicking/ticking noise when it is at idle. The noise disapp… --- ## [Lexus es300 Engine turns over but doesnt catch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es300-engine-turns-over-but-doesnt-catch/103867)
**Author:** [@jasonrivera11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonrivera11)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2017, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-es300-engine-turns-over-but-doesnt-catch/103867 "2017-05-14T00:07:16Z")
I allowed my '97 Lexus es300 to sit in my front yard from Feb-May of this year. Obviously the battery died, and my buddy and I went to jump it.. It was 11:30 at night, we were both tired and accidentally ran my car th… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=974) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=976)