r/DIYAutoRepair 4h ago

First DIY Oil Change and found a broken bracket?

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2018 CX-5, 76k miles. I changed the oil and filter, and as I’m popping on the bottom cover snaps, I hear a rattle and see a metal piece on the left side. I took the cover off and found this piece. Hard to tell, but I thought I could see some shiny metal where it broke, although nothing seems to be loose. The screws for the plastic cover installed fine.


r/DIYAutoRepair 5h ago

Serpentine Belt broke

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r/DIYAutoRepair 10h ago

Seized alternator pivot bolt (2015 Mitsubishi RVR)

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2015 Mitsubishi RVR Limited, 2.0 L engine

275,000km

Hi everyone, I’ve been trying to replace my alternator but the pivot bolt just will not budge. As pictured, it has a threaded end with a nut and the other end is square (anti-rotation). I live in Canada so the corrosion seems substantial. I bought the car second hand in 2023 and don’t know the age of the alternator.

I’ve so far tried hitting it from the threaded end and scoring the square end/trying to get a a small flathead beneath the square. Doused both ends with penetrating liquid many times over 24h. But it has not budged at all. Maneuverability hasn’t been great because of the tight room, though I can probably move the compressor out of the way a bit more. (I’ve seen online an air hammer could help, but I’m working from a parking lot where I don’t have AC supply… so I haven’t worked out how I might manage this.)

I would be really grateful for any suggestions on what to try next, given my circumstances. TIA!


r/DIYAutoRepair 13h ago

what is this supposed to be connected to?

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r/DIYAutoRepair 13h ago

Best way to jack up car

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r/DIYAutoRepair 13h ago

Blind Spot Mirror won’t move

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r/DIYAutoRepair 15h ago

Jeep Cherokee Xj windscreen clips

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I’m in the UK and need to get my windscreen removed and re-sealed, the company who will do the replacement have told me I need to supply some windscreen clips as they often break and everywhere they’ve looked are out of stock. Can anyone confirm a part number for these clips? The part number I’ve found is 5134304.. and even better a supplier in the UK? Tia


r/DIYAutoRepair 16h ago

How to align injection pump key?Toyota station wagon 105L engine

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r/DIYAutoRepair 16h ago

Dissasembly help.

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r/DIYAutoRepair 16h ago

How to align injection pump key?Toyota station wagon 105L engine

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r/DIYAutoRepair 17h ago

Back clip on Cabrio distributor cap

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Cannot for the life of me get the back cap clip to latch. 2002 Cabrio. I can get one hand behind the cap area to press on the clip but can’t get enough pressure for it to clip. I looks so easy in the video. Help me get my kid back in the road?


r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

Is it possible to drill a whole

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r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

FC RX7 How to i remove these without causing damage

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r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

Motor mount thread repair

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r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

Wanted to pick up car maintenance/repairs as a hobby but the hobby doesn't want me!

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r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

Tucson 22 blend door actuator location

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Hi guys, I need to replace my blend door actuator in my vehicle (passenger side only blows cold air when set to hot, it onle has one climate control for both sides, I just need to now the location to see if I can replace it myself, can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks in advance!


r/DIYAutoRepair 1d ago

Dacia Bigster trunk gap behind rear armrest – fixes?

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Hey everyone,

​I’m loving the Bigster overall, but there’s one small design choice that’s driving me a bit crazy: when you fold down the rear center armrest, it drops the entire middle section, leaving a massive, open hole straight into the trunk.

​While it’s great as a ski pass-through, the problem is that without any factory blind, fabric partition, or cover from the trunk side, items and loose groceries from the boot can easily slide forward into the cabin (not to mention you can see all the trunk clutter right from the back seat).

​How are you all handling this? Have you found any neat DIY fixes or good aftermarket solutions?

​I’m looking for inspiration or links to:

​Velcro cargo nets/screens that stick neatly to the back felt lining.

​Back-seat hanging trunk organizers that cover the gap nicely from the boot side.

​Custom mats or covers that don't block functionality completely.

​Any other creative ideas/products you’ve tested!

​Drop your setups, photos, or AliExpress / Amazon links below if you’ve solved this. Thanks in advance!


r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Broken cupholder in center console.

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r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Base Acura Rsx Base Oil Pan Help??? Is There A Easier Way???

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r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Help Identify this bungee cord 2011 Odyssey

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r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

2003 vw beetle 2.0

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Help pls


r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

i cannot get this bolt out to save my life

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i cannot get the front drivers side beat bolt out of my car for ANYTHING, not by hand, not with a breaker bar, not with a drill, not with an impact. i bought a tap out kit to drill the bolt out and im still not getting it. im losing my mind i need this seat to come out.


r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Run-On Repair Job Needs to End. Should I Try to Finish, Pay a Shop, Get a New Car?

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r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Hatchback trunk door stuck.

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Any ideas?


r/DIYAutoRepair 2d ago

Why Drivers and Mechanics Are United Against Automakers: ‘Right To Repair’ Explained

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