# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=981 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 982 --- ## [Lost oil pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-oil-pressure/103005)
**Author:** [@ben27295](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ben27295)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2017, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-oil-pressure/103005 "2017-04-15T23:28:03Z")
where do I turn now? 2004 Chevy Silverado 5.3L 304,000 Miles. Started out with great oil pressure, parked it for a few months, started up fine, good oil pressure, went away for a week, started it and lost all oil pressur… --- ## [6.0 diesel heads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-0-diesel-heads/103002)
**Author:** [@Bllear72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bllear72)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2017, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-0-diesel-heads/103002 "2017-04-15T20:49:18Z")
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**Author:** [@aarem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aarem)\ **Replies:** 80\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2017, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-safe-to-repair-a-bent-wheel-volvo-850-1997-base-sedan-with-oem-steel-wheels/91018 "2017-04-15T13:07:47Z")
I recently hit an unmarked jutting-out curb at around 35 mph on my 1997 Volvo 850 base sedan on a dark rainy nite and both my driver's side (steel) wheels were impacted. I took it to a body shop and while the mechanic sa… --- ## [Squealing every time the car starts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-every-time-the-car-starts/102979)
**Author:** [@Katiekrose333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katiekrose333)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2017, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-every-time-the-car-starts/102979 "2017-04-15T01:00:33Z")
My Highlander squeals every time when I start it. A few times it has continued squealing while driving until I stopped and restarted it. My belts are fine, they are practically brand new, and I have had them checked. … --- ## [Squeaking noise in brake pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-in-brake-pedal/102980)
**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2017, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-in-brake-pedal/102980 "2017-04-15T00:00:13Z")
I have a 2006 Acura MDX with 90K miles. It has developed a very loud and annoying squeaking noise when you press the brake pedal. It's not the pads or rotors....it's from the actual pedal itself on the inside of the ca… --- ## [Engine Runs Cold No Cabin Heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-runs-cold-no-cabin-heat/102481)
**Author:** [@ABLE1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ABLE1)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2017, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-runs-cold-no-cabin-heat/102481 "2017-04-14T22:09:08Z")
Hello All, I have a 2003 Ford E-150 Service Van with 174000 miles. Started out thinking it was a blocked heater core due to lack of heat. But after having the heater core flushed at least 3 times with no help it was … --- ## [Whirring sound with engine off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-sound-with-engine-off/102737)
**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2017, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whirring-sound-with-engine-off/102737 "2017-04-14T07:54:08Z")
Last night my wife came home and told me that the car was making some whirring/whining sound with the engine turned off and no key in the ignition. She also said that on her way home the engine died at one time, but she … --- ## [Can someone please tell me the name of this little part that I broke off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-please-tell-me-the-name-of-this-little-part-that-i-broke-off/102960)
**Author:** [@darth\_tater](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darth_tater)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2017, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-someone-please-tell-me-the-name-of-this-little-part-that-i-broke-off/102960 "2017-04-14T02:24:29Z")
2000 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS, 4 Cylinder. I was working on my car and leaned on a little plastic part by accident and broke it. See photo. I’d really appreciate your help. --- ## [How much do you think it'll cost to replace the weatherstripping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-do-you-think-itll-cost-to-replace-the-weatherstripping/102965)
**Author:** [@Jerod.zinz92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jerod.zinz92)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-do-you-think-itll-cost-to-replace-the-weatherstripping/102965 "2017-04-13T23:40:47Z")
Ok so I've got a 2001 Chevy Monte Carlo it came from northwest pa so there is some serious damage to the weather stripping on the doors and back windows. Was wondering anyone could give me a safe estimate on cost to repl… --- ## [Leaking Oil - Head Gasket Job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-oil-head-gasket-job/100663)
**Author:** [@crmneln](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crmneln)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-oil-head-gasket-job/100663 "2017-04-13T15:18:45Z")
I've had a head gasket job done on my 2002 Honda Accord EX 2.3 liter, 4 cylinder engine, through the dealer. I have approximately 170K miles on my car. Aside from the head gasket, the dealer mechanic replaced the wa… --- ## [Blown engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-engine/102895)
**Author:** [@Elijahpalacios540](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elijahpalacios540)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-engine/102895 "2017-04-13T15:09:04Z")
I have a 97 accord v6 and it was already smoking from the back of the engine bay, I was driving it really hard because I'm only 17 and I have no sense and then all of a sudden the car made a loud popping/cracking noise a… --- ## [AUDI A3 - power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-power-steering/102697)
**Author:** [@dpw28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dpw28)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-power-steering/102697 "2017-04-13T14:57:40Z")
And finally my last issue... In November my wheel got locked when trying to put my key in the ignition and couldn't be turned and started. After a good few weeks the garage brought a specialist in that replaced the ignit… --- ## [Brake lights!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights/102918)
**Author:** [@rleej24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rleej24)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights/102918 "2017-04-13T14:54:31Z")
Hey car talk community. My brakes lights went out yesterday because of a blown fuse which I ended up replacing earlier today. After replacing the fuse noticed that only one side of my brake lights were working. I then … --- ## [Envoy temp gauge fluctuates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/envoy-temp-gauge-fluctuates/101429)
**Author:** [@rbailiesr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rbailiesr)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/envoy-temp-gauge-fluctuates/101429 "2017-04-13T14:53:40Z")
My temp gauge fluctuates between half way up and sometimes goes as high as 225 degrees especially in summer. What should I do to correct it to stay in center or just before? --- ## [2004 grand prix stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-prix-stalling/102930)
**Author:** [@icecajun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/icecajun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-prix-stalling/102930 "2017-04-13T12:56:09Z")
I have a 2004 grand prix 3.8 engine that keeps stalling. I notice it happens mostly when speed up and go up hill. I changed the crankshaft sensor and cleaned the throttle body. But didn't help. There's no check engine li… --- ## [So I don't screw up - Painting rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-i-dont-screw-up-painting-rims/96382)
**Author:** [@Marktoday](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marktoday)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 11:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-i-dont-screw-up-painting-rims/96382 "2017-04-13T11:03:54Z")
Hi all. I'm giving my 2000 Honda CR-V a needed backyard paint job. First task is painting the stock silver colored wheels a black matte. I have done all the research on prep work, but still have one question. I want to p… --- ## [Am I being Taken? Brakes & Rotors Quote](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-being-taken-brakes-rotors-quote/102184)
**Author:** [@Annettemary2112](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Annettemary2112)\ **Replies:** 99\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2017, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/am-i-being-taken-brakes-rotors-quote/102184 "2017-04-13T03:21:07Z")
Hi. Newbie here to this site. My 2004 Chrysler Pacifica started making horrible noises when I stepped on the brakes so bad I thought my car was about to blow up! It then continued making noise as I drove. It felt like so… --- ## [Seat belt does not completely retract](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-does-not-completely-retract/102647)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2017, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-does-not-completely-retract/102647 "2017-04-12T13:07:43Z")
I am having a problem with my seat belt. The belt does not completely retract. So when I close my door, it can not do so. I have tried putting graphite on the belt, but there is not improvement. Any ideas ?? --- ## [96 Accord Various Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-accord-various-issues/102716)
**Author:** [@kolby12309](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kolby12309)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-accord-various-issues/102716 "2017-04-11T23:09:42Z")
My friend owns a 96 honda accord ex with 172k miles on it. This morning he came to me and said that he lost power steering last night, and when I went out to look at the car there was no fluid left in the reservoir. The … --- ## [Stalling and burnt clutch smell after cv axle replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-and-burnt-clutch-smell-after-cv-axle-replacement/102840)
**Author:** [@ccunningham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccunningham)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-and-burnt-clutch-smell-after-cv-axle-replacement/102840 "2017-04-11T14:37:38Z")
hi, I've got an 04 focus with a 5 speed. I really like the car but it's been getting more expensive this past year... Last week I took it in and got the brakes revamped(after they blew out on the turnpike, unrelated) and… --- ## [Fix or Sell? 2005 4Runner 140k](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-sell-2005-4runner-140k/102860)
**Author:** [@mitacek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mitacek)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-sell-2005-4runner-140k/102860 "2017-04-11T14:35:37Z")
Hi All, I have a 2005 4Runner with 140k miles. It's paid off. Have a blown gasket with a $5000 price to fix it. Otherwise car is in great shape. Looking for advice. Do I fix it or sell it? Thanks. --- ## [Weird Heating/Cooling issue with AC Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-heating-cooling-issue-with-ac-off/102835)
**Author:** [@jjmalove](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jjmalove)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-heating-cooling-issue-with-ac-off/102835 "2017-04-11T14:09:06Z")
Hello, I've got an issue with my Alero that has me stumped. So right now where I live the outside air temp is cool, maybe 50 degrees. My car has an AC On/Off button, and a temperature dial. With my AC off, and my t… --- ## [Headlamp shorting out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlamp-shorting-out/102856)
**Author:** [@mojoebony1975](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mojoebony1975)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlamp-shorting-out/102856 "2017-04-11T14:02:37Z")
I have a 2014 Kia soul and I think I have a short in it the headlight. Everytime the lights come on it will stay on for a little bit and then it shut off. It's only the driver side headlamp that does this. Could it be a … --- ## [Can I use 96 Camry fuel pressure sensor for 02 Corolla car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-96-camry-fuel-pressure-sensor-for-02-corolla-car/102807)
**Author:** [@agix128](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agix128)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-96-camry-fuel-pressure-sensor-for-02-corolla-car/102807 "2017-04-11T13:04:36Z")
Hello, I have been trying to get this car passed the smog, code P0451 showed up so I need to replace the fuel pressure sensor. After searching around, I found the part for 02 Corolla (#89460-02020) is crazily expensive … --- ## [My honda civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-honda-civic/96354)
**Author:** [@deswilliamz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deswilliamz)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-honda-civic/96354 "2017-04-11T03:31:53Z")
how often do i have to change my gear box oil (ATF) --- ## [RWD rear end vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rwd-rear-end-vibration/102705)
**Author:** [@Hekeim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hekeim)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rwd-rear-end-vibration/102705 "2017-04-11T03:04:22Z")
I have a 2004 f150 RWD with only 40k miles on it that I just bought 6 months ago. I also has a posi rear end. I had to immediately put new tires on it as the originals were weathered badly. Soon afterwards, I began feeli… --- ## [Got a grinding noise and a P1111 code?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/got-a-grinding-noise-and-a-p1111-code/102599)
**Author:** [@jspe8437](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jspe8437)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/got-a-grinding-noise-and-a-p1111-code/102599 "2017-04-11T02:58:35Z")
I got a Automatic trans. 04 Sentra and it's been making a grinding noise (sounds like when a car sits for months and has rust on rotors). Mainly I hear it the first 30 mins (off a cold start) of steady driving till it… --- ## [Air Blowing from Oil Cap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-blowing-from-oil-cap/102549)
**Author:** [@dinoboy2009](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dinoboy2009)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-blowing-from-oil-cap/102549 "2017-04-11T01:28:00Z")
Hi all, just wanted to know what you all think, I found a 2003 Ford Focus with 127k miles on it, it's used of course, and everything seems good on it except there's air blowing from the oil cap when I remove the oil cap.… --- ## [2011 camry losing coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-losing-coolant/102790)
**Author:** [@aliveson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aliveson)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-losing-coolant/102790 "2017-04-11T00:31:23Z")
losing coolant, about a quart every few days. replaced a hose and water pump. noticed leakage around the radiator cap, so replaced the cap. still losing coolant tho!! any thoughts? --- ## [2013 Tiguan 109k mi; no compression in one cylinder; shop wants to replace motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-tiguan-109k-mi-no-compression-in-one-cylinder-shop-wants-to-replace-motor/102388)
**Author:** [@biostatmatt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/biostatmatt)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-tiguan-109k-mi-no-compression-in-one-cylinder-shop-wants-to-replace-motor/102388 "2017-04-11T00:08:00Z")
2013 VW Tiguan with 109k mi experienced vibration and engine light; drove to nearby VW dealer. Mechanic says compression test showed no compression in one cylinder. They did not do any additional diagnostics (apparently … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=980) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=982)