# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=983 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 984 --- ## [Any jeep savants out there? 4.0 1990 cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-jeep-savants-out-there-4-0-1990-cherokee/102655)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2017, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-jeep-savants-out-there-4-0-1990-cherokee/102655 "2017-04-06T19:41:46Z")
I m looking for a magical solution to a problem. I m hoping that your combined wisdom will allow me to fix my better half s jeep , with as little effort as possible on my part. I have had to have it towed home twice … --- ## [2011 Mercedes C250 - Engine Check light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mercedes-c250-engine-check-light/102661)
**Author:** [@kemosabe4real](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kemosabe4real)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2017, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mercedes-c250-engine-check-light/102661 "2017-04-06T04:39:08Z")
hello, my 2011 c250 check engine light just came on. I connected an OBD2 scanner and I got two error codes; both being P0496. from what I remember, I run out of the gas on the highway, and went into the reserve tank mo… --- ## [Evap control errors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-control-errors/96982)
**Author:** [@mycrapcollector](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mycrapcollector)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2017, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-control-errors/96982 "2017-04-06T04:38:48Z")
Ahoy all, For a few years now, my 2005 Corolla has been making a pretty loud brief swooshing noise when starting in the morning, if the night was particularly cold. It would start normally, so the noise was just an ann… --- ## [2006 Subaru Outback CEL p0026/p0028 codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-cel-p0026-p0028-codes/39419)
**Author:** [@cgflyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cgflyer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2017, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-outback-cel-p0026-p0028-codes/39419 "2017-04-06T03:45:31Z")
I've got an intermittent check engine light. It seemed to come on after hard right turns (i.e. on ramp to the highway) but now seems to come on whenever. It has gone off by itself and I have had it cleared by a code read… --- ## [Chevy S10 Engine Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-s10-engine-problems/101384)
**Author:** [@ChrisTruck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisTruck)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2017, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-s10-engine-problems/101384 "2017-04-05T23:38:06Z")
1995 Chevy S10 4.3 V6 TBI VIN Z engine 238k miles. If anyone remembers I had my engine replaced with a used one little over a year ago. I had engine stumbling with light throttle just off of idle. The engine had a cool… --- ## [2003 C230 Check engine nightmare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-c230-check-engine-nightmare/58187)
**Author:** [@mariaweronika](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mariaweronika)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2017, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-c230-check-engine-nightmare/58187 "2017-04-05T14:25:54Z")
Hi, I have had my 2003 C230 forever. I put about 110,000 miles on it. Recently the check engine light has been coming on and off. I took it in to have it diagnosed and it seems to always come back as "inconclusive". I … --- ## [Dodge Challenger rattle noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-rattle-noise/102421)
**Author:** [@stavros.demetri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stavros.demetri)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-rattle-noise/102421 "2017-04-04T02:40:42Z")
Hi there, Car: 2014 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic. Problem: Sporadic rattle noise Description: It sounds like a plastic wire hitting metal. Story: The noise occurs randomly, but if I were to apply some uncertain anal… --- ## [Noise coming from new tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-coming-from-new-tire/102557)
**Author:** [@Jep863](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jep863)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-coming-from-new-tire/102557 "2017-04-04T02:24:39Z")
I have an brand new Toyota 86(use to be Scion FR-S ) I replaced the stock tires Michelin primacy hp 215/45/17 a Prius tire, with continental extreme contact dw 225/45/17. I noticed when I'm driving espically 45 mph and a… --- ## [Whooshing noise when not accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whooshing-noise-when-not-accelerating/102578)
**Author:** [@Ktraugott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ktraugott)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whooshing-noise-when-not-accelerating/102578 "2017-04-04T00:47:54Z")
2014 Audi A6 2.0T w/ 38000mi Any thoughts on what might be causing a whooshing noise at times when the car is not accelerating? I do not hear the noise when the car is stopped, which suggested some kind of issue with t… --- ## [V40-Clock & Trip Odometer reset but only in a particular parking lot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/v40-clock-trip-odometer-reset-but-only-in-a-particular-parking-lot/102541)
**Author:** [@2afu2c](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2afu2c)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/v40-clock-trip-odometer-reset-but-only-in-a-particular-parking-lot/102541 "2017-04-04T00:42:37Z")
In the past 5 years my clock and trip odometer have reset themselves 3 or 4 times. But it has only happened in a particular strip mall parking lot. I visit this parking lot about 4 times per month. When I pull into th… --- ## [I bought a sketchy tiburon!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-bought-a-sketchy-tiburon/102533)
**Author:** [@8rogan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/8rogan)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2017, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-bought-a-sketchy-tiburon/102533 "2017-04-04T00:08:35Z")
So, I bought a 2001 hyundai tiburon, its somewhat sketchy it was on craigslist for $1400 with a rebuilt title. I somehow managed to get it for $600 after he took weeks of thinking. When i went to look at it there was a g… --- ## [Fuel not being delivered](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-not-being-delivered/102022)
**Author:** [@mowaboy90](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mowaboy90)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2017, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-not-being-delivered/102022 "2017-04-03T21:53:01Z")
I have a 2008 ford ranger it broke down a few days ago it sounded like the fuel pump wasn't working and the there was no pressure in the fuel lines I replaced the pump and filter it still won't run I now have pressure i… --- ## [What is the thread size on a AC Bolt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-thread-size-on-a-ac-bolt/102568)
**Author:** [@MikeRush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeRush)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2017, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-thread-size-on-a-ac-bolt/102568 "2017-04-03T20:42:54Z")
I was driving around one day and heard a bang. Stopped and found the ac clutch rolling around on the under body. Thankfully the spacer was stuck on the shaft (magnetism worked for me). Unfortunately, I was unable to f… --- ## [Bump steer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bump-steer/102558)
**Author:** [@techn9ne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/techn9ne)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2017, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bump-steer/102558 "2017-04-03T20:12:26Z")
When I hit bumps in the road, car jerks quite violently to the right. I know how bump steer works but don't know what part could be causing this. --- ## [Slow Starting with sputtering and stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-starting-with-sputtering-and-stalls/102426)
**Author:** [@johnecrowder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnecrowder)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2017, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slow-starting-with-sputtering-and-stalls/102426 "2017-04-03T17:25:38Z")
Hi, I have VOLVO S60 that seems to be having bit of trouble starting. When I turn the key the car Goes Chur Chur Chur Chur Chur Chur Chur vroOOom and then it runs fine. I bought the car used, I am the second owner. So I … --- ## [Run car without alternator hooked up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-car-without-alternator-hooked-up/102434)
**Author:** [@buckhorn682](https://community.cartalk.com/u/buckhorn682)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2017, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-car-without-alternator-hooked-up/102434 "2017-04-03T04:00:26Z")
I'm having some timing problems with regards to getting the belt on the right "tooth". I'd like to temporarily run the car to test it,but having to re-attach the alt belt every time is a pain in the butt on this little c… --- ## [Automatic transmission linkage/Jeep Wrangler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-linkage-jeep-wrangler/102530)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-transmission-linkage-jeep-wrangler/102530 "2017-04-02T22:59:58Z")
I tried this before with no results. I've also posted in jeep groups in fb. No Answer yet. Is today my lucky day? I have a 98 Jeep Wrangler TJ Sport 4.0 with Automatic transmission. The linkage is sloppy to the point I c… --- ## [Diesel performance gauges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diesel-performance-gauges/102544)
**Author:** [@kuckster53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kuckster53)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diesel-performance-gauges/102544 "2017-04-02T18:27:24Z")
The light in one of my gauges has gone out and I cant figure out how to change out the bulb. Anyone out there know how? Thanks! --- ## [Do we need to replace alternator for bad voltage regulator on 2007 Toyota RAV4?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-we-need-to-replace-alternator-for-bad-voltage-regulator-on-2007-toyota-rav4/102532)
**Author:** [@hwalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hwalk)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-we-need-to-replace-alternator-for-bad-voltage-regulator-on-2007-toyota-rav4/102532 "2017-04-02T18:25:51Z")
My mother's 2007 Toyota RAV4 was recently diagnosed with a faulty voltage regulator by an auto parts store after it had died a few times when sitting off with lights on for brief periods. The replacement of the alternato… --- ## [Stuttering in first gear, then she sings in 2nd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuttering-in-first-gear-then-she-sings-in-2nd/100162)
**Author:** [@leftysueone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leftysueone)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuttering-in-first-gear-then-she-sings-in-2nd/100162 "2017-04-02T14:46:47Z")
Hi- I emailed the guys and they said the best way to get an answer was to post here, so here goes. I have a 2013 Subaru Impreza base model 5 speed. It has 90k plus miles on it and had the clutch replaced at about 85K. Si… --- ## [Gas efficient question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-efficient-question/102457)
**Author:** [@tylmnop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tylmnop)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 10:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-efficient-question/102457 "2017-04-02T10:22:12Z")
Any tips on helping my car be more gas efficient. I could save the $$. I have a 1994 ford stx ranger, that was used. and It seemed to be doing fine when I got it, but ever since I got the repairs I needed like tail lig… --- ## [AC not blowing through vents, but blowing through dashboard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-blowing-through-vents-but-blowing-through-dashboard/102510)
**Author:** [@wallace\_vw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wallace_vw)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-blowing-through-vents-but-blowing-through-dashboard/102510 "2017-04-02T03:02:58Z")
I turned my ac on today. I hear it coming on and feel cold air, but not through the vents. I reached over the dashboard and cold air was coming through there. --- ## [Sherlock Holmes Mystery of the 2014 Chevy Cruze Missing Oil Solved](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sherlock-holmes-mystery-of-the-2014-chevy-cruze-missing-oil-solved/102291)
**Author:** [@OldSchoolNinja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldSchoolNinja)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sherlock-holmes-mystery-of-the-2014-chevy-cruze-missing-oil-solved/102291 "2017-04-02T01:08:38Z")
Greetings Fellow Car Talkers, Well the mystery of the vanishing oil form the 2014 Chevy Cruze has been solved. Per my earlier post - one day we suddenly had an alarm tone and Low Oil Pressure Warning – Shut Off Engine.… --- ## [Sputter/Shake On Idle In Drive with AC On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputter-shake-on-idle-in-drive-with-ac-on/102484)
**Author:** [@aarpie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aarpie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputter-shake-on-idle-in-drive-with-ac-on/102484 "2017-04-02T00:43:59Z")
Hey guys, First time poster. Needing some help figuring out what's going on with my 2005 Chevy Classic. Any time that the AC is on, and I'm in Drive but idling (stopped at a red light, parked in a parking space, etc),… --- ## [No power to motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-motor/102464)
**Author:** [@mijijirri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mijijirri)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2017, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-to-motor/102464 "2017-04-02T00:12:00Z")
I have a Subaru Outback AT with nearly 240k. There are two problems that I have been having and I'm unsure whether or not they are at all related. The first is simply that the car wont start sometimes, it has only been h… --- ## [2002 Jetta Oil Pressure Buzzer (how to disconnect?)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jetta-oil-pressure-buzzer-how-to-disconnect/102417)
**Author:** [@edcycles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edcycles)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jetta-oil-pressure-buzzer-how-to-disconnect/102417 "2017-04-01T23:20:17Z")
I have a 2002 Jetta, 1.8L Turbo. A mechanic replaced the oil pressure sensor with an oil pressure guage. The guage works fine, however without the sensor connected the warning buzzer and dashboard light for low oil pr… --- ## [Battery Gauge Randomly Fluctuates Towards High](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-gauge-randomly-fluctuates-towards-high/102513)
**Author:** [@clarkeudy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clarkeudy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-gauge-randomly-fluctuates-towards-high/102513 "2017-04-01T23:15:49Z")
I recently had problems with my alternator not charging my New Battery. I ended up replacing it with another one. I made sure the new alternator was the proper one for this vehicle. This make includes an internal regulat… --- ## [Dodge Neon Rear Drum Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-neon-rear-drum-brakes/90733)
**Author:** [@rmulle1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rmulle1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-neon-rear-drum-brakes/90733 "2017-04-01T22:32:10Z")
My Neon's rear driver's side drum brake keeps locking up without me hitting the brake pedal. I have changed the hardware, wheel cylinder, brake shoes, brake hose, and the drum itself. Once the brakes heat up, the brake w… --- ## [Rear-end collison on Honda Cr-v](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-end-collison-on-honda-cr-v/102470)
**Author:** [@hailey.schauman8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hailey.schauman8)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 2:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-end-collison-on-honda-cr-v/102470 "2017-04-01T14:45:20Z")
I was rear-ended by a large truck on the 25th and the damage mostly went to the spare tire, which caused the tire to be pressed up against the back end causing a dent and making it concave. Overall the vehicle is fine - … --- ## [Make them change the oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/make-them-change-the-oil/102438)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2017, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/make-them-change-the-oil/102438 "2017-04-01T14:33:30Z")
Due to a $5 coupon, I took my Honda to a dealer for an oil change. The car is supposed to get 0W20. When I got home, I noticed that the receipt said 5W20 synthetic had been put in. I called them, and they assured me that… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=982) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=984)