# \#repairs **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/repairs/14201.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Need help diagnosing swaying issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-diagnosing-swaying-issue/199233)
**Author:** [@ThatDudeBishop222](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThatDudeBishop222)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-diagnosing-swaying-issue/199233 "2025-02-21T22:16:19Z")
In Nov of 2024 I bought a 2018 Ford fusion Titanium Hybrid from a car dealership in St Louis. That evening on the way there it started snowing. After buying the car as I got on the highway the readend began swaying left … --- ## [Engine Keeps Dying at Idle, while Reversing or Accelerating From Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-dying-at-idle-while-reversing-or-accelerating-from-drive/197658)
**Author:** [@Gxnxn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gxnxn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2024, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-keeps-dying-at-idle-while-reversing-or-accelerating-from-drive/197658 "2024-10-21T23:45:12Z")
2011 Buick Regal CXL 2.4 L non turbo. I recently had the Battery, Camshaft Position Sensors, Intake and Exhaust Solenoids, Alternator Belt, Tensioner, and Pulley, and also the Mass Airflow Sensor Replaced because the Che… --- ## [Getting scammed on repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-scammed-on-repairs/193666)
**Author:** [@rav4driver93](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rav4driver93)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2023, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-scammed-on-repairs/193666 "2023-11-02T23:31:09Z")
Hi group! I am desperately seeking advice on some work I am having done on my 2020 Toyota Rav4 XLE. I recently had some damage from hitting a light pole and went to a close friend who is a mechanic for repairs. He said … --- ## [Lexus NX300 - should I buy out lease after repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-nx300-should-i-buy-out-lease-after-repairs/191754)
**Author:** [@Watters.carolyn\_186048](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Watters.carolyn_186048)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2023, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-nx300-should-i-buy-out-lease-after-repairs/191754 "2023-07-19T17:34:43Z")
In Jan 2020, I leased a 2020 NX300 (not hybrid) with the intention of buying out the lease in Jan 2024. In July 2021, the vehicle stopped driving while on the highway. The issue was described as “FOUND #2 CYLINDER MISFI… --- ## [Remove heater core box it’s stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remove-heater-core-box-it-s-stuck/181742)
**Author:** [@Twinflame15\_178781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Twinflame15_178781)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2022, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remove-heater-core-box-it-s-stuck/181742 "2022-01-09T20:46:04Z")
I’m trying to replace the heater core on my 98 blazer. I have removed the whole dashboard I’m down to the heater core but can’t get separated. I have removed 5 bolts around it why won’t it separate I can’t get it apart … --- ## [Should I Sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-sell/180098)
**Author:** [@giuliani.lmg\_177763](https://community.cartalk.com/u/giuliani.lmg_177763)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2021, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-sell/180098 "2021-10-20T17:09:12Z")
I have a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 103,800 miles on it. Recently I have been told by two repair shops that one of my engine mounts is broken, I need to replace my 4x4 transfer case as well as my rack and pinion. On t… --- ## [R+R or R+I | RepairReplace R+Inspect - proper diag A to Z?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/r-r-or-r-i-repairreplace-r-inspect-proper-diag-a-to-z/170596)
**Author:** [@tundrawolf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tundrawolf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2020, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/r-r-or-r-i-repairreplace-r-inspect-proper-diag-a-to-z/170596 "2020-09-29T16:54:58Z")
Hi I’m new. Don’t have a car problem specific but after reading through several pages of the ancient thread mentioned here on Servicing shops marking up prices I had to sign up and get in on the love here . I do have so… --- ## [VW Timing Chain and Bent Valves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-timing-chain-and-bent-valves/154568)
**Author:** [@madison.silver1212\_160856](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madison.silver1212_160856)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-timing-chain-and-bent-valves/154568 "2020-06-22T21:58:54Z")
The timing chain broke on my 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (79k miles). Due to a settlement, the dealership will cover 100% of the timing chain repairs and 40% of any resulting damage. The dealer called me and told me that afte… --- ## [Blend door actuator psgr side knocking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blend-door-actuator-psgr-side-knocking/162879)
**Author:** [@daisyq32ros\_166426](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daisyq32ros_166426)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2020, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blend-door-actuator-psgr-side-knocking/162879 "2020-04-18T19:39:15Z")
I have an 09 Pontiac G5 GT. For the pass five months it’s been making a knocking noise for 15 seconds every time I start up the car. In the beginning of the first months it wasn’t constant. Now it is. I replaced the blow… --- ## [Ask Someone: Hyundai Elantra 2013 HO2 and EVAP issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-hyundai-elantra-2013-ho2-and-evap-issues/160952)
**Author:** [@dani\_sada\_165085](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dani_sada_165085)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2020, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-hyundai-elantra-2013-ho2-and-evap-issues/160952 "2020-03-13T18:17:21Z")
Hi everyone, I bought a Hyundai Elantra 2013 with Front end Damage. Just replaced Radiator and Condenser and bumper cover. However, after finishing the aethetics of the car, I started it and got the smell of fumes. So … --- ## [Mechanic is taking too long to find the issue with my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-taking-too-long-to-find-the-issue-with-my-car/150356)
**Author:** [@juliakowalczyk10\_158327](https://community.cartalk.com/u/juliakowalczyk10_158327)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2019, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-taking-too-long-to-find-the-issue-with-my-car/150356 "2019-10-09T16:57:26Z")
My car (manual) would not go into gear when the engine was on, when I managed to put it into first gear with force the car did not sound good when it started moving. So I had the car taken to a garage. At first the mech… --- ## [Door Seals - HELP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-seals-help/147059)
**Author:** [@lilyalane.wis\_156423](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lilyalane.wis_156423)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2019, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-seals-help/147059 "2019-08-19T19:12:50Z")
So, I need to replace the door seals on the two backseat doors (both drivers-side rear door and passenger-side rear door) on my 2016 Nissan Sentra. I was quoted $450 for the repair. While I know that I can buy the materi… --- ## [(With PICS) 2011 Chevy Tahoe Engine Diagnosis (P0300 P0304 P0171 P0174)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/with-pics-2011-chevy-tahoe-engine-diagnosis-p0300-p0304-p0171-p0174/142542)
**Author:** [@michaelreed95\_153474](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelreed95_153474)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2019, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/with-pics-2011-chevy-tahoe-engine-diagnosis-p0300-p0304-p0171-p0174/142542 "2019-06-18T22:30:50Z")
HERE IS A .PDF FILE OF THE DTC REPORT JUST CLICK LINK TO VIEW VIEW .PDF\>\> https://docdro.id/EgYMiQW \<\ **Author:** [@ryant17\_153057](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryant17_153057)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-2005-nissan-xterra/141880 "2019-06-08T23:45:44Z") Hey! New here, but looking for advice on car! The other day I went to accelerate from a red light and as I was accelerating I noticed something felt weird. I had to stop at the next red light and when I tried acceleratin… --- ## [Help diagnose intermittent brake locking dragging issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-diagnose-intermittent-brake-locking-dragging-issue/110017)
**Author:** [@YourMinky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YourMinky)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2018, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-diagnose-intermittent-brake-locking-dragging-issue/110017 "2018-08-24T23:48:08Z")
2000 model. The brakes are locking up intermittently in stop and go traffic for the last few months. I removed the front tires. The brake pads were locked solid and the rotor wont rotate at all. Brake and wheel were blis… --- ## [I really need Help in choosing a new clutch (Please Help)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-really-need-help-in-choosing-a-new-clutch-please-help/111596)
**Author:** [@manualforlife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manualforlife)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2018, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-really-need-help-in-choosing-a-new-clutch-please-help/111596 "2018-01-23T21:26:33Z")
OK i just tore up the clutch in my car learning to drive a manual (noob) and so now that i have to replace it i’m wondering should i buy OEM, or the premium version of my clutch or should i drop a little more money into … --- ## [What repair do my brakes need! NEED HELP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-repair-do-my-brakes-need-need-help/107207)
**Author:** [@bri.coiro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bri.coiro)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2017, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-repair-do-my-brakes-need-need-help/107207 "2017-08-28T04:54:15Z")
Hello Community, Attached are some images of the brakes on a 2001 honda accord. The brake is the passenger side rear. The car was running fine 2 days prior and then i walk up to it and bam! all the brake fluid is on the… --- ## [Car wont start Frist try -- Many things already replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-frist-try-many-things-already-replaced/99396)
**Author:** [@jaerdna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaerdna)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2017, 2:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-frist-try-many-things-already-replaced/99396 "2017-02-04T14:19:41Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Explorer Limited V6 Non flex fuel. 1st symptom was, when the temp went down the harder the car was to start (start as in, turn key, battery comes on, it turns as in cranking, just wont catch). It woul… --- ## [Mitsubishi Eclipse 2001 cut wires hanging what are they?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-eclipse-2001-cut-wires-hanging-what-are-they/95817)
**Author:** [@kilsnacks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kilsnacks)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2016, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-eclipse-2001-cut-wires-hanging-what-are-they/95817 "2016-09-25T01:58:15Z")
Hey I got an eclipse the other day that shorts batteries and also just found these wires under the car hanging go to link for pics. the small wire is hanging just behind the passenger door and the one that has a tube is …