# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=982 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 983 --- ## [Need to bleed air out of my power steering system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-bleed-air-out-of-my-power-steering-system/102834)
**Author:** [@deswilliamz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deswilliamz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-bleed-air-out-of-my-power-steering-system/102834 "2017-04-10T15:42:27Z")
My Honda Civic fuel consumption is becoming too high I need help How to reduce it 2004 model VTEC 1.7 ltrs --- ## ["Bubbling" Noise on Acceleration?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bubbling-noise-on-acceleration/102750)
**Author:** [@katiefreeman03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katiefreeman03)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bubbling-noise-on-acceleration/102750 "2017-04-10T15:41:20Z")
My honda makes a kind of "bubbling" noise during acceleration and I'm wondering if this is normal engine operation noise, or if there is something wrong? --- ## [2005 - Buick LeSabre Shake at 70+](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-lesabre-shake-at-70/102827)
**Author:** [@paulinde99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulinde99)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-lesabre-shake-at-70/102827 "2017-04-10T15:19:37Z")
My car started to shake at 70. Even at slower speed the front end shake can be noticeable. I took the car to my Mechanic and he replaced a Control Arm. Shake still there. I took it back - he said the Driver side wheel… --- ## [Problems with cooling fan run-on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-cooling-fan-run-on/102797)
**Author:** [@rentalman622013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rentalman622013)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-cooling-fan-run-on/102797 "2017-04-10T14:49:44Z")
In an earlier discussion the cooling fan was the topic. There may not have been problems with the heads cracking, warpage,or blown head gaskets if they had designed the cooling fan circuit to run after vehicle shutdown. … --- ## [2007 semi-automatic Astra won't start, various lights showing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-semi-automatic-astra-wont-start-various-lights-showing/102803)
**Author:** [@kingmustard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kingmustard)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-semi-automatic-astra-wont-start-various-lights-showing/102803 "2017-04-10T14:46:20Z")
Make: Vauxhall/Holden/Opel/Chevrolet/Saturn Model: Astra Engine size/type: 1.6l petrol semi-automatic Year: 2007 Mileage: 70,000 As my car is an automatic, I have to press the footbrake and turn the key to start the ca… --- ## [HELP! My car don't seem to be getting any gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-dont-seem-to-be-getting-any-gas/102736)
**Author:** [@jennifercarswell82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennifercarswell82)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-dont-seem-to-be-getting-any-gas/102736 "2017-04-10T04:26:55Z")
I have a 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and it just started giving me problems. I just replaced the fuel injectors, fuel pump, serpentine belt, 02 sensors, (upstream and downstream) battery, air filter, and the fuel press… --- ## [Hit by a Donut Truck - Hidden Damage to Fiat in Rear End Collision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-by-a-donut-truck-hidden-damage-to-fiat-in-rear-end-collision/102672)
**Author:** [@lorimansell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lorimansell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2017, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-by-a-donut-truck-hidden-damage-to-fiat-in-rear-end-collision/102672 "2017-04-10T00:52:38Z")
\ So I've got a 2013 Fiat Lounge with around 30,000 miles. I was rear ended by a large donut delivery truc… --- ## [Best way of "hogging out" a metal slot?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-of-hogging-out-a-metal-slot/102793)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-of-hogging-out-a-metal-slot/102793 "2017-04-09T16:50:55Z")
Okay, I'm tearing down the engine in my truck after running it out of oil, as I mentioned here a few days ago. Basically, it's been Murphy's Law from the outset: "Whatever CAN go wrong, will." The crisis du jour is tha… --- ## [2009 Toyota Tacoma knock sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-knock-sensor/102708)
**Author:** [@thequackers5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thequackers5)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-knock-sensor/102708 "2017-04-09T16:05:48Z")
My 2009 Tacoma has 48000 miles and runs great, but recently the check engine light came on. The dealer says it is a P0333 code which is a knock sensor, and apparently refers to the electrical resistance values. They look… --- ## [My luck.. new car issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-luck-new-car-issues/102308)
**Author:** [@rotoffedge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rotoffedge)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-luck-new-car-issues/102308 "2017-04-09T15:01:04Z")
i recently bought a 97 honda cr-v with 140k miles on it from a private party. the test drive and the next two days it drove fine but i could not unlock the driver's side door the next day after buying it. (i called the p… --- ## [Light bulb mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-bulb-mystery/102740)
**Author:** [@bushsolo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bushsolo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2017, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/light-bulb-mystery/102740 "2017-04-09T14:43:34Z")
Ford Galaxy Ghia 2005. Rear left hand brake light had blown. Fine. Took it out while rear running (rear "headlight") lights were on, the brake light bulb is a double filament which is also the running light. As I was tak… --- ## [Nervous Taurus: hesitating and shutting off after a long drive (perhaps related?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nervous-taurus-hesitating-and-shutting-off-after-a-long-drive-perhaps-related/102744)
**Author:** [@ChuFoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuFoo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nervous-taurus-hesitating-and-shutting-off-after-a-long-drive-perhaps-related/102744 "2017-04-08T23:45:50Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Taurus with 147,000+ miles. My nervous Taurus has been hesitating when I pick up speed, is slow to pick up speed, and shakes a bit when up to the speed it needs to be. One of my mechanics that drove it… --- ## [Gearshift stuck in park, Nissan Rogue Sport (Qashqai)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gearshift-stuck-in-park-nissan-rogue-sport-qashqai/102758)
**Author:** [@Jennysagvaag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennysagvaag)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gearshift-stuck-in-park-nissan-rogue-sport-qashqai/102758 "2017-04-08T22:43:54Z")
I just installed a trailer connector in my fathers car. The connector is working fine, but it seems like the job has left the gearshift stuck in park. I really don't get how this could happen doing such an easy task. I h… --- ## [Subaru, 100k miles, transmission shot - repair or buy new?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-100k-miles-transmission-shot-repair-or-buy-new/102394)
**Author:** [@kkarutis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kkarutis)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 3:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-100k-miles-transmission-shot-repair-or-buy-new/102394 "2017-04-08T15:57:05Z")
Vehicle is a 2008 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Limited, 100k miles. Timing belt has not been replaced yet, but I have been the sole owner and have kept up on all major and minor maintenance. New brakes 6 months ago, new tires 4 mo… --- ## [Compression leak in cylinder 3w](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-leak-in-cylinder-3w/102751)
**Author:** [@Sdooley6321](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sdooley6321)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-leak-in-cylinder-3w/102751 "2017-04-08T14:24:00Z")
There is 94k original miles on my vehicle. There is a compression leak in cylinder 3 after having the valve cover gasket, timing belt, and hydrollic clutch replaced. What could be the cause of it.? My truck was fine be… --- ## [Removing a stuck rotor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-a-stuck-rotor/26222)
**Author:** [@wgself](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wgself)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 11:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-a-stuck-rotor/26222 "2017-04-08T11:08:41Z")
I have a 2001 Explorer w 4 wheel disc brakes. I am replacing the rear pads and rotors but cannot get one of the rotors off. I have tried loads of PB Blaster, used Naval Jelly on the axle and the part of the rotor next … --- ## [Broke oil pan & possible fatal engine damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-oil-pan-possible-fatal-engine-damage/102523)
**Author:** [@Zomendoza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zomendoza)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-oil-pan-possible-fatal-engine-damage/102523 "2017-04-08T05:33:28Z")
So I hit a curb and popped my oil pan/oil pump. Sucked but wasn't too worried till I realized that the spot on the block where the oil pump slips into has a good sized piece chipped off it from the hit. It's not threaded… --- ## [Town and Country stalling out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/town-and-country-stalling-out/83432)
**Author:** [@Mom\_Slaby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mom_Slaby)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/town-and-country-stalling-out/83432 "2017-04-08T04:55:28Z")
I have a very specific problem with my 2008 Chrysler Town and Country. It has happened 4 times in the past few months and the dealership is unable to replicate the problem, so they tell me there is no problem. When I a… --- ## [Car 'Disabled'. any ideas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-disabled-any-ideas/102441)
**Author:** [@charleystrehle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charleystrehle)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-disabled-any-ideas/102441 "2017-04-08T04:14:24Z")
So, a rather complicated situation has involved my car being 'disabled' as a sort of revenge from a family member. I went to start the car the other day and came to find that the starter motor was turning, but the engine… --- ## [Why did this work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-this-work/102656)
**Author:** [@Yumacat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yumacat)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-did-this-work/102656 "2017-04-08T04:09:30Z")
My 2008 Honda Fit manual transmission with 100,000 miles was stalling when I would push the clutch in. It would stop doing it when the car was very warmed up. Dealer said it was a timing chain and wanted $1,200. That did… --- ## [Changing oil filter without changing oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-oil-filter-without-changing-oil/102538)
**Author:** [@psalotti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psalotti)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-oil-filter-without-changing-oil/102538 "2017-04-08T02:35:48Z")
Is it necessary to drain the oil before replacing the filter? If not, do you lose oil when removing the filter like when pulling the oil drain plug? Here's some backstory if anyone is interested.... I tried changing… --- ## [Should i replace my condensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-my-condensor/102688)
**Author:** [@paulyj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulyj)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-my-condensor/102688 "2017-04-08T02:00:58Z")
Going to replace my compressor in my car, but ive heard around that a failed compressor means that the condensor has to replaced too, Is this always the case?, my condensor isnt leaking but my compressor did fail. --- ## [Sway Bar End Links](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sway-bar-end-links/102036)
**Author:** [@the-taigar-2008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the-taigar-2008)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2017, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sway-bar-end-links/102036 "2017-04-08T00:51:29Z")
Is it necessary to replace both sway bar end links? when only one is damaged they are recommending I replace both sway bar end links What would be likely to go wrong if only one was replaced? --- ## [If your Hyundai or Kia has been stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-your-hyundai-or-kia-has-been-stalling/102741)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-your-hyundai-or-kia-has-been-stalling/102741 "2017-04-07T16:33:47Z")
...you might be getting a new engine, gratis: --- ## [Sludge in oil filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sludge-in-oil-filter/102525)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sludge-in-oil-filter/102525 "2017-04-07T15:43:35Z")
My daughter brought her 2014 Camry (I-4) to me today for an oil change. It has 40k on it. The first two were done by dealer under the free maintenance program at 10 and 20k. I did one at 25 and 30k. She was supposed … --- ## [2004 Hyundai Accent Squealing After Getting Belts Changed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-accent-squealing-after-getting-belts-changed/100197)
**Author:** [@ajlarson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajlarson)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-accent-squealing-after-getting-belts-changed/100197 "2017-04-07T13:01:41Z")
I own a 2004 Hyundai Accent. I got the belts changed and an oil change done. Two days after the work was done, my car started squealing horribly when I first start the car and when I first start driving. It quits after a… --- ## [Camber adjustment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camber-adjustment/102678)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camber-adjustment/102678 "2017-04-07T12:38:28Z")
Any idea on total camber adjustment for 02 vue? I removed knuckle to get a stubborn wheel bearing out and I see that there are no eccentric camber bolts on the knuckle. But there is a slight bit of play when the 2 knuckl… --- ## [Severe oil leak in a 93 Nissan Sentra, 1.6 liter engine, 2~ quarts a day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/severe-oil-leak-in-a-93-nissan-sentra-1-6-liter-engine-2-quarts-a-day/102724)
**Author:** [@fernramis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fernramis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 9:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/severe-oil-leak-in-a-93-nissan-sentra-1-6-liter-engine-2-quarts-a-day/102724 "2017-04-07T09:26:16Z")
So, on Sunday my brothers were over to help me with some basic car stuff, mainly an oil change, since I'm not a car person. They also took off the valve cover to clean out the inside around the spark plug cylinders, put … --- ## ['02 Intermittent front-end knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-intermittent-front-end-knocking/102715)
**Author:** [@Shelbyroad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelbyroad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-intermittent-front-end-knocking/102715 "2017-04-07T00:06:47Z")
About 9 months ago I started to notice an intermittent knocking noise coming from the front-end of my Escape. I've had it in to two different mechanics but unfortunately because the noise is intermittent they could never… --- ## [Audi a3 constant spark plug failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-constant-spark-plug-failure/102691)
**Author:** [@dpw28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dpw28)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2017, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-constant-spark-plug-failure/102691 "2017-04-07T00:03:40Z")
Good Morning, I'm new to the site and hoping you guys can help me out if possible. Last year my a3 (2006) needed new spark plugs fitting, I was idling in a safari park, engine warning light came on, went in to limp mod… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=981) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=983)