# Maintenance/Repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=99 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 100 --- ## [2015 Nissan Frontier -Hard shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-frontier-hard-shifting/190088)
**Author:** [@eduardociurlizza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eduardociurlizza)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2023, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-frontier-hard-shifting/190088 "2023-04-16T16:54:13Z")
truck shifts hard, it happens mostly when down shifting sometimes dies when coming to stop --- ## [2011 Toyota Corolla - Mass airflow sensor issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-corolla-mass-airflow-sensor-issue/190055)
**Author:** [@Georgethigpen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Georgethigpen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2023, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-toyota-corolla-mass-airflow-sensor-issue/190055 "2023-04-16T14:33:50Z")
massive air flow check engine light --- ## [1997 Honda civic will not start, unknown sound coming from dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-civic-will-not-start-unknown-sound-coming-from-dash/190100)
**Author:** [@jaren.mauery\_184849](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaren.mauery_184849)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-honda-civic-will-not-start-unknown-sound-coming-from-dash/190100 "2023-04-15T23:21:53Z")
I have an old honda civic that has been sitting around for a while, it used to run but will not start anymore and the battery will not stay charged even after it got a new battery. I have connected it to another car and… --- ## [2002 Cadillac DeVille #1681509253-water pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-1681509253-water-pump/190102)
**Author:** [@CodyEdgar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CodyEdgar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-deville-1681509253-water-pump/190102 "2023-04-15T20:56:01Z")
just replace water pump flush cooling system and refilled with antifreeze 50/50 mix specified for deville and clean purge valve out and replace thermostat still no flow of cooling system and not to mention replace overfl… --- ## [2019 Chevrolet Trax \_radio trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-trax-radio-trouble/190110)
**Author:** [@dellis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dellis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-trax-radio-trouble/190110 "2023-04-15T20:28:04Z")
Radio information fuse out cause it drains car battery. Starts all the time with fuse out --- ## [Flat tire that doesn't leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-tire-that-doesnt-leak/189933)
**Author:** [@DougieL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DougieL)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 12:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-tire-that-doesnt-leak/189933 "2023-04-15T12:03:37Z")
Honda Civic 2021 with one of those low-profile tires. Got up in the morning to find one tire flat. As in ZERO pounds of pressure. OK, there’s a leak. Need to patch. Filled it enough to get to the shop and… it held pressu… --- ## [George Vs Brake Drum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/george-vs-brake-drum/189833)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/george-vs-brake-drum/189833 "2023-04-15T01:31:19Z")
Decided to inspect brake shoes. No problem with first three wheels, but on final wheel, Ford truck rear brake drum wouldn’t budge. Weird sequence of events then happened. Decided shoes maybe stuck in place, not retrac… --- ## [2009 Ford Escape Transmission Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-transmission-issue/190104)
**Author:** [@brittneyfreeman851\_184853](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brittneyfreeman851_184853)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-transmission-issue/190104 "2023-04-15T01:11:21Z")
Hi all, I have a 2009 Ford Escape XLT with just under 145k miles on it and think I am having transmission issues, however, I am not very knowledgeable about cars. I am a single mom and need to get this solved so that I … --- ## [2001 Ford Focus Oil Leak Disaster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-oil-leak-disaster/102600)
**Author:** [@Anthony\_Vlogs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony_Vlogs)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-oil-leak-disaster/102600 "2023-04-13T23:12:01Z")
Okay, here we go again lol I got a 2001 Ford Focus Zetec that's been leaking oil from top, the valve gasket has been changed due to leak & leak stopped, Also timing belt was changed. Engine was cleaned so & so to see i… --- ## [2003 blazer question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-blazer-question/190015)
**Author:** [@corvairbob\_184784](https://community.cartalk.com/u/corvairbob_184784)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-blazer-question/190015 "2023-04-13T22:13:20Z")
my neighbor a young guy has the 03 blazer and he drove the guts out of the front left cv outer joint. anyway he can’t afford to get the cv axle now he will need to save up for one. or wait until one show at a junkyard. a… --- ## [2018 Hyundai Sonata - Oil harming my spark plugs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-sonata-oil-harming-my-spark-plugs/190071)
**Author:** [@Yurpee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yurpee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-hyundai-sonata-oil-harming-my-spark-plugs/190071 "2023-04-13T21:50:11Z")
I have a 2018 Sonata just reached 68k miles and has been leaking oil for around 6 months. Dealership is playing hard ball. It is now causing all my spark plugs to blow. --- ## [2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Dead battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-fusion-hybrid-dead-battery/190076)
**Author:** [@Vern26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vern26)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-fusion-hybrid-dead-battery/190076 "2023-04-13T21:36:05Z")
My 2019 ford fusion hybrid was sitting for approximately 36 to 48 hours without being driven. After that i noticed my alarm was not engaged, and i was locked out of my car. I manually entered the car and could see no si… --- ## [My 05 Sierra doesn’t blow ANY air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-05-sierra-doesn-t-blow-any-air/190067)
**Author:** [@alex.ambriz9\_160621](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alex.ambriz9_160621)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-05-sierra-doesn-t-blow-any-air/190067 "2023-04-13T16:57:28Z")
My 05 GMC Sierra stopped blowing air all of the sudden. Whenever I switch it from cold to hot I can feel the difference in the vents, but no air blows out. Say I want to change it to hot air, I can feel some heat coming … --- ## [AC Compressor in Buick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-in-buick/190072)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-in-buick/190072 "2023-04-13T15:59:33Z")
The AC system in my 2005 produces marginally cool air. The compressor clutch switches on okay. Before I take my car to the mechanic for a full recharge, is it possible for the compressor to be partially bad? I just want … --- ## [2014 Toyota Camry - Won'tt start after sitting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-wontt-start-after-sitting/190069)
**Author:** [@JerryCrane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerryCrane)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-camry-wontt-start-after-sitting/190069 "2023-04-13T04:39:11Z")
Car frequently won’t start after not being used several days. Have you had a similar problem? --- ## [Hex Nut Came Off Spark Plug?!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hex-nut-came-off-spark-plug/190019)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hex-nut-came-off-spark-plug/190019 "2023-04-13T02:50:53Z")
Toyota 2AZ-FE I went to go remove my spark plugs, and I wasn’t able to grab onto the plug. I was using a 5/8 inch socket. I then looked at the socket and didn’t think much of it at the time. I then took a borescope … --- ## [Counterfeit Parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/counterfeit-parts/190061)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/counterfeit-parts/190061 "2023-04-13T01:58:08Z")
$200,000 of counterfeit auto parts were recently confiscated after arriving in Philadelphia from China. Another good reason to be careful with aftermarket parts. --- ## [Left wheel keeps locking up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-wheel-keeps-locking-up/190041)
**Author:** [@reezio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reezio)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/left-wheel-keeps-locking-up/190041 "2023-04-13T00:26:12Z")
I was driving the other day when I heard a grinding noise coming from my front left wheel I was able to get it home and it let it sit for the rest of the day today I was going to drive to a shop but as I was pulling out … --- ## [2016 Honda CRV losing oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-crv-losing-oil/190053)
**Author:** [@thomasbrimacombe\_184817](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomasbrimacombe_184817)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2023, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-crv-losing-oil/190053 "2023-04-13T00:16:56Z")
My wife has a 2016 Honda CRV that keeps losing oil. She damaged the oil pan a couple of years ago. She noticed noise in the engine and took it to the dealership. Incidentally, I was away on a business trip and would h… --- ## [(Not a 2024) Lexus RX 330 - Bad compressors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-2024-lexus-rx-330-bad-compressors/190059)
**Author:** [@jeanpal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeanpal)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-2024-lexus-rx-330-bad-compressors/190059 "2023-04-12T22:58:21Z")
I’ve had two compressors and condensers installed in the past year and still no cold air --- ## [2014 Honda CR-V - Stays in gear downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-stays-in-gear-downhill/188911)
**Author:** [@dougv095](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dougv095)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-stays-in-gear-downhill/188911 "2023-04-12T15:31:40Z")
going down a steep hill it seems to stay in gear longer. --- ## [2001 Dodge Ram 1500 - One bad tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-ram-1500-one-bad-tire/190049)
**Author:** [@HoppingDodge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HoppingDodge)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2023, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-ram-1500-one-bad-tire/190049 "2023-04-12T00:34:37Z")
Passenger side front tire hops/vibrates when reaching 50-52mph. --- ## [Failed strut mount bearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/failed-strut-mount-bearing/190043)
**Author:** [@ncgrady24\_184811](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ncgrady24_184811)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/failed-strut-mount-bearing/190043 "2023-04-11T20:31:50Z")
Hello everyone this is my first ever post on a forum page but im in desperate neep of some help I own a 2018 hyuandi sonata and i have been working on it for a few years now. I have i stalled Megan racing coilovers on i… --- ## [2016 Ford Fusion #1681054075 -Trunk noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-fusion-1681054075-trunk-noise/190017)
**Author:** [@Toshab99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toshab99)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-fusion-1681054075-trunk-noise/190017 "2023-04-11T15:23:12Z")
Sounds like something is rolling in my trunk --- ## [TPMS Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-replacement/189770)
**Author:** [@maier78hofer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maier78hofer)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-replacement/189770 "2023-04-11T05:59:42Z")
2007 Lexus RX350: I’ve heard or read that it’s a good idea to use Toyota TPMS rather than aftermarket because some are difficult to sync with Toyota computers. Is this true? --- ## [Strange Headlight/High beam Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-headlight-high-beam-issues/190025)
**Author:** [@ladycyg\_184794](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladycyg_184794)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 4:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-headlight-high-beam-issues/190025 "2023-04-11T04:05:31Z")
With the high beams off, the low-beams and the DTR lights are on. When I turn the high-beams on, the low-beams turn off and LEFT DTR turns off, the RIGHT switches to the high beam setting. The dashboard indicator stays o… --- ## [What is wrong with my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-wrong-with-my-car/190030)
**Author:** [@Greeneyez1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greeneyez1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-wrong-with-my-car/190030 "2023-04-11T03:43:56Z")
Hey guys I have a 2004 Saturn Ion 3 with 64,328 miles I have only had 1 issue with the car which was the oil pressure switch when out but other then that I have had no issues with my car it shifts amazing and no dash lig… --- ## [Cheverolet Silverado Gauges going crazy and no crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheverolet-silverado-gauges-going-crazy-and-no-crank/189912)
**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheverolet-silverado-gauges-going-crazy-and-no-crank/189912 "2023-04-11T00:55:58Z")
So, I wanted to share this in case someone else needs the help with the problem. I have a 2008 Silverado 1500 WT with the V6. I went to town today and noticed the airbag light on with Service airbag on the display. I … --- ## [Coolant leak between transmission-manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-between-transmission-manual/189998)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-leak-between-transmission-manual/189998 "2023-04-10T23:04:04Z")
I know my heater core is leaking but could the antifreeze be visible under the car; because i see coolant under my car between the transmission; I’ve checked the radiator and heater core hoses and their dry; I’ve also ch… --- ## [Radiator fan always on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-always-on/190023)
**Author:** [@Saucedoroberto44\_182934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saucedoroberto44_182934)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2023, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-always-on/190023 "2023-04-10T17:19:38Z")
Hello everyone once again, my radiator fan stays off when the car is first warming up but when I reach to the operating temperature they stays on and never turns off until I turn off the car; I checked the live data f… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=98) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=100)