# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=977 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 978 --- ## [Brake line cut per mechanic. foul play or normal wear and tear?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-cut-per-mechanic-foul-play-or-normal-wear-and-tear/103571)
**Author:** [@moonmen177](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moonmen177)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2017, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-cut-per-mechanic-foul-play-or-normal-wear-and-tear/103571 "2017-05-07T06:39:29Z")
The brakes failed on my 2002 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport when I was driving home from work the other night. Fortunately for me it was late and no one else on the road and I was only a couple miles from home and drove it… --- ## [97 Aerostar cargo van...recommended or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-aerostar-cargo-van-recommended-or-not/60923)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2017, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-aerostar-cargo-van-recommended-or-not/60923 "2017-05-07T04:03:01Z")
I'm looking for an old "beater" cargo van for use as an occasional road trip/camping vehicle. There's a '97 Aerostar cargo van for sale locally. 120k miles on it; asking price is $850. Seller says needs front wheel beari… --- ## [Can I Fix Blown Head Gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-fix-blown-head-gasket/103618)
**Author:** [@rclgel1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rclgel1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2017, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-fix-blown-head-gasket/103618 "2017-05-07T00:54:31Z")
My car has a blown head gasket. The shop wants more to repair it than the car cost me. I'm thinking of doing the repairs myself. Am I nuts? How hard would this be for a novice? --- ## [Saab 93 OBDII Code P1352](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-93-obdii-code-p1352/103668)
**Author:** [@Credgate1992](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Credgate1992)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2017, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-93-obdii-code-p1352/103668 "2017-05-06T21:30:27Z")
Hello, So I've been driving my car around and at least once a drive when i need to accelerate all of a sudden my car will bog down, the gas pedal feels a bit odd like there is no difference from pushing it in a little an… --- ## [Help my car has no leaking and coolant is disappearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-has-no-leaking-and-coolant-is-disappearing/103540)
**Author:** [@maria\_diaz\_713](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maria_diaz_713)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2017, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-has-no-leaking-and-coolant-is-disappearing/103540 "2017-05-06T16:12:11Z")
Hello guys I have a problem with my car there is no leaks on my car I already did a pressure test and nothing was wrong no leaks and my coolant is still disappearing where is all my coolant going????? If someone can help… --- ## [Quadrajet Carb idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quadrajet-carb-idle/103569)
**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2017, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quadrajet-carb-idle/103569 "2017-05-06T15:44:09Z")
I have an 86 chevy with quadrajet carb. When it's warm or cold the idle is correct. If I drive it and let it sit for a little while and it's not at normal operating temp but it's not fully cold, the idle races and will… --- ## [Vibration in steering when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-in-steering-when-braking/103563)
**Author:** [@arcintheslcs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arcintheslcs)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2017, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-in-steering-when-braking/103563 "2017-05-06T04:28:19Z")
I have a 2006 Ford Freestyle, I am having vibration in the steering wheel. Just had new tires, alignment, front rotors and pads put on. The vibration is still there. Would it be a stabilzer bar, struts or something el… --- ## [Nissan Sentra 2013 loses speed while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2013-loses-speed-while-driving/103647)
**Author:** [@inpunkurfree](https://community.cartalk.com/u/inpunkurfree)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2017, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2013-loses-speed-while-driving/103647 "2017-05-06T03:24:30Z")
Hello! I got a brand new Nissan Sentra 2013 in January 2014. Had no problems with the car till a few months ago. Car would suddenly start to loose speed, then it would "jerk" once and gains the speed back. Exp. -- i was … --- ## [2006 Nissan Altima](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima/103638)
**Author:** [@trujilloary](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trujilloary)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima/103638 "2017-05-05T23:39:04Z")
Hello I have a 06 Nissan Altima 2.5, and it has a slow cranking problem but it does it randomly, I have changed the starter, spark plugs, ignition coils, fuel pump, camshaft and crankshaft sensor and it still is acting u… --- ## [Steering theory: Shouldn't angles be different, outside vs inside radius of turn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-theory-shouldnt-angles-be-different-outside-vs-inside-radius-of-turn/99305)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-theory-shouldnt-angles-be-different-outside-vs-inside-radius-of-turn/99305 "2017-05-05T21:58:08Z")
Got to thinking, when a car turns to the left say, the outer (right hand wheel) is turning on a slightly wider radius than the left hand wheel. Isn't that the case? It seems like it is to me. If so, when turning, shou… --- ## [98 CR-V shuts down while using a/c](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-cr-v-shuts-down-while-using-a-c/103627)
**Author:** [@oguer.avila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oguer.avila)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-cr-v-shuts-down-while-using-a-c/103627 "2017-05-05T19:58:39Z")
Hi guys, I have a 98 Honda CR-V with automatic transmission, beautiful machine. It used to have a problem that recently re-emerged. If I have the a/c on, I'll come to a stoplight and when it's time to start moving again … --- ## [Alternator question: Bosch, or](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-question-bosch-or/103538)
**Author:** [@Brl3w](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brl3w)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-question-bosch-or/103538 "2017-05-05T17:48:20Z")
Hi all: Driving home yesterday, the dashboard on my 2012 Sonata started lighting up like the Fourth of July. A few moments later, the power steering went kaput. I got it to a shop this morning, and as I expected, they sa… --- ## [EVAP FUN! p0441 98 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-fun-p0441-98-toyota-camry/103249)
**Author:** [@justin23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justin23)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-fun-p0441-98-toyota-camry/103249 "2017-05-05T13:02:03Z")
Hi guys! I have a 98 camry 2.2L with a p0441 trouble code. Gas cap is fine. I pressure tested the VSV solenoid on the charcoal canister. It holds vacuum but when i activate the solenoid when vacuum is applied, it clicks … --- ## [ABS Warning Light & "Track OFF" Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-warning-light-track-off-light/60633)
**Author:** [@Linzabee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Linzabee)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-warning-light-track-off-light/60633 "2017-05-05T12:58:26Z")
I was driving my car last night, at about 45 mph, when all of a sudden, my ABS Warning light and the "Track OFF" light came on simultaneously. I wasn't braking at all. I pulled over, turned the car off, turned it back on… --- ## [Battery drains over time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drains-over-time/102664)
**Author:** [@fostert\_2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fostert_2000)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drains-over-time/102664 "2017-05-05T03:31:53Z")
I have a 1994 Toyota Corolla that the battery keeps draining until dead. It runs good but if you let it set for 2 weeks the battery will be dead. I did the short test and there is definitely a drain to ground. I remove… --- ## [Recycling Parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recycling-parts/103227)
**Author:** [@Evildoing\_demon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Evildoing_demon)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2017, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recycling-parts/103227 "2017-05-05T02:33:00Z")
I'm going to be replacing my window motor and window regulator in a few days. I was curious as to if these parts are recyclable or not. Also curious about spark plugs too. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. --- ## [Keep or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-not/102906)
**Author:** [@remodeler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/remodeler)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2017, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-not/102906 "2017-05-04T20:20:38Z")
Would like some opinions, please. Having a hard time deciding if I should keep this thing or not: 2005 Mazda6 WAGON (with the posted headliner problem). Bought new for 25k. Now 12 years old. About 84k miles. Alway… --- ## [How to fix paint flacking? Is it clear Coat or? How much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-fix-paint-flacking-is-it-clear-coat-or-how-much/103546)
**Author:** [@campos.alejandro23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/campos.alejandro23)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2017, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-fix-paint-flacking-is-it-clear-coat-or-how-much/103546 "2017-05-04T15:31:54Z")
--- ## [Annoying vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/annoying-vibration/103509)
**Author:** [@coachnorowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coachnorowski)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/annoying-vibration/103509 "2017-05-03T23:35:56Z")
Hi guys, I am hoping someone with experience can tell me what to do next. I developed a bulge/bubble on my front passenger tire about a month ago. I have a 2015 mercedes benz cla, I do not have run flats. I bought … --- ## [More trouble with 94 Ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-trouble-with-94-ranger/103146)
**Author:** [@mrgrudz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrgrudz)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-trouble-with-94-ranger/103146 "2017-05-03T22:36:09Z")
Having another problem with my Ranger. It died on me the other day and towed it back home. It was acting like it wasn't getting any fuel. I did a check engine light code test which told me the Powertrain Control Module P… --- ## [Starter Problems/IAC/Evap(?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-problems-iac-evap/103403)
**Author:** [@Vcab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vcab)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-problems-iac-evap/103403 "2017-05-03T19:42:50Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Tundra v6 that starts up just fine when it's cold but not after it's warmed up. After it's warmed up it will crank and not turn over. When this happens, I have to give it gas while starting to get it… --- ## [When the engine is cold I'm hearing a screeching noise from under the hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-the-engine-is-cold-im-hearing-a-screeching-noise-from-under-the-hood/103558)
**Author:** [@rnhurt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rnhurt)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-the-engine-is-cold-im-hearing-a-screeching-noise-from-under-the-hood/103558 "2017-05-03T18:52:41Z")
It started happening about 6 months ago. The first thing in the morning there would be a noise from under the hood that sounded like a bad bearing. It's not tied to the RPM of the engine so I suspect its probably an el… --- ## [Right amount of torque installing spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-amount-of-torque-installing-spark-plugs/103168)
**Author:** [@John\_Andrew\_McCormick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Andrew_McCormick)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-amount-of-torque-installing-spark-plugs/103168 "2017-05-03T18:43:32Z")
Hey all :wave:, so I have a misfire on cylinder #1 that's tripped my check engine light ( got the codes read at my local auto zone). And I think I want to give it a try and replacing them myself.. I've watched and read … --- ## [Headliner replacement info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headliner-replacement-info/102692)
**Author:** [@remodeler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/remodeler)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headliner-replacement-info/102692 "2017-05-03T15:15:52Z")
The headliner on my 2005 Mazda6 WAGON is starting to come down. So far the upholstery tacks are holding it up, but don't know for how long. In searching here and the internet, I see most info is from, like, 10 years ago… --- ## [Geo storm stalls after 2 hours on hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geo-storm-stalls-after-2-hours-on-hot-weather/103469)
**Author:** [@Fmontesdeoca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fmontesdeoca)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geo-storm-stalls-after-2-hours-on-hot-weather/103469 "2017-05-03T03:48:54Z")
HI. I got a 91 geo storm. Recently it suffers of stalling after its been driven for a few hours on a hot weather. It starts good and runs well but after a while and around noon it starts to stall when I press the gas p… --- ## [Challenger high pitched beep/squeal when engine off with video](https://community.cartalk.com/t/challenger-high-pitched-beep-squeal-when-engine-off-with-video/103544)
**Author:** [@Jeanaraehughes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeanaraehughes)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2017, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/challenger-high-pitched-beep-squeal-when-engine-off-with-video/103544 "2017-05-03T03:29:37Z")
I have a 2015 Dodge Challenger SXT. When the engine is off it sometimes makes a high pitched beep/squeal at regular intervals, usually a minute or so. The noise lasts 2-3 seconds and almost sounds like an old computer co… --- ## [Valve query](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valve-query/103435)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2017, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/valve-query/103435 "2017-05-02T14:31:41Z")
timing belt slipped. All intakes are bent. But exhaust valves look ok. No nicks on Pistons from any exhaust valves. Because they are smaller dia.? I have not removed exh valves yet. --- ## [2001 Toyota RAV4 - Check Engine Light, Evap Code 0440 - Bad Smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-rav4-check-engine-light-evap-code-0440-bad-smell/103399)
**Author:** [@dellh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dellh)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2017, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-rav4-check-engine-light-evap-code-0440-bad-smell/103399 "2017-05-02T03:45:10Z")
Dear CarTalk Community: Last fall, my mentor passed away and I was gifted a 2001 Toyota RAV4. The car has about $28K miles on it. She mostly drove it in the city hence such low mileage. Anyway, once I got the title and r… --- ## [Transaxle cover blew up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transaxle-cover-blew-up/103477)
**Author:** [@cityboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cityboy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2017, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transaxle-cover-blew-up/103477 "2017-05-02T03:30:30Z")
My transaxle suddenly sounded metal grinding when I just started to drive first time in the morning, just within a block, trasxale cover blew up (I can see the drive belt and gears on the driver side near front tire), dr… --- ## [Civic choking/misfiring When keeping steady throttle, no CEL help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-choking-misfiring-when-keeping-steady-throttle-no-cel-help/101821)
**Author:** [@lutsyuk.daniel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lutsyuk.daniel)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2017, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-choking-misfiring-when-keeping-steady-throttle-no-cel-help/101821 "2017-05-02T00:32:35Z")
My 02 civic manual is jerking like its choking only when I accelerate really slow or keep a constant throttle to keep the speed the same, there is no check engine lights on and the light work when I turn the ignition. I … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=976) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=978)