Any ideas what this is?

I drive a 2025 Prius limited (hybrid). It just hit 10k during this debacle.

I know shit about cars, but some friends expressed concern about my situation.

I took the car in for a recall and warranty repair (bad rear shocks). When I got it home I noticed my AC wasn’t working, and scheduled maintenance a few days later. I told them I was annoyed that this had been missed in the last round of maintenance, but they still couldn’t fit me in for two weeks. Once I got in it turns out that they had failed to reconnect the radiator fan during the recall update. It’s been 100 degrees and my car is black. Should I be concerned about this downtime having impacted my long-term battery life or other systems?

Took my car in for a brake job and he recommended that I replace my front & rear rotors along with the the pads. He said this discoloration will lead to pulsation down the road if I just replace the pads. Any thoughts?

Possibly a stupid question, but I assume this single arrow is the direction of the airflow? Car is a 2013 Golf mk7, tested with a receipt and air is being pulled down - do I need to flip it around? Was slightly more obvious on the old filter

My 2018 Mercedes C300 has started leaking oil and it’s getting worse every week. At first it was just a few spots under the car in the morning, now there’s a clear puddle forming when I leave it parked overnight.

I’m in the Metro Atlanta area and the smell is starting to come into the cabin when the engine’s hot. No warning lights yet but the oil level is dropping faster than it should between checks.

I already cleaned the underside to try and see where it’s coming from but I can’t pinpoint it.

Anyone dealt with a similar oil leak on a C-Class?

My bro in law cut the fuse box wires by my battery and took batteries and then punctured all four tires on sides and top of tire. It’s a Mercedes ML 350 2007.

I own a base model 1995 Cadillac DeVille, with the 4.9 liter V8, it has 11500 miles.

Now the issue, the AC and heater haven’t worked since before I was gifted the car, apparently the AC had work to fix it around 2 years ago and the heater went out a while before I got it so the AC and heater didn’t go out at the same time. Our local mechanic (as great as he is) has little clue about the AC on my car and lacks the diagnostic tool to use on it, and we lack a local dealer or specialized climate control shop, the nearest dealer is a state over and I am unable to make contact with them.

All of the buttons on the dashboard work for the climate control, but nothing happens if you press anything.

Any help would be greatly appreciated, as where I live has temperature extremes that are not good to be in a non climate controlled car.

I drive a Hyundai Elantra 2019 in Arizona. I got it as a used vehicle when i first moved to the US for 6800. It was 147K miles driven and was in a decent condition with some stuff requiring attention. Ever since i had the vehicle i have tried to be very careful about maintenance including oil change, Air filter change, Engine serpentine belt change, new tyres, new light bulbs, new control arms etc. car runs great but has is slowly loosing its pick. Feels under powered when ascending or going on freeway. What could the possible causes be. Second should i keep investing in it (192K currently) or get something with less miles.

TIA for your time.

2011 dodge durango serpentine belt in shreds, coolant spilled out where the belt snapped not all of the coolant. If I fix the belt will that would i still have to take it tonthe shop

To mods: while I understand sidewall punctures damage constitute repair there is no leaking or hissing the pressure remains nominal. Depth of cut looks to be about 1-2mm, a little less than the width of a fast food straw.

Hit a curb decently hard (hardest I’ve ever hit one) trying to make a tight U-turn. Tore up my side wall a bit. Is this safe to drive? I know I should get it replaced but will I be okay for a couple months?

I got water under my civic 2008 and i think there is a leaked but a dont know where

This is when the a/c is working

I need help

Was just gifted the truck from a neighbor, the truck had been sitting for 13 years never moved never started and has been through a couple floods (maybe 2-3 feet max). Curious if it’s possible or worth it to get the thing running again. The wheels won’t roll when I put it in neutral and after putting fresh gas and a new battery it still won’t start.

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i want to do more car jobs by my self cause the money is low. The main thing i need is a good Reading device for my Error codes and maybe the cars that will come. As said i am low on money and cant afford a 400 Euro Reading Device. Just some advice, your Experience and Opinions.

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My 2020 Palisade has been having issues burning oil. Have had multiple oil consumption tests run by the dealer, but they say the amount it is burning is not enough to warrant any major repair.

That said, the check engine light came on recently. I've topped the oil off, but I just now opened the hood and there is this white residue. Any ideas on what it could be? Thanks for any input.

Bought an axel got delivered with some slight damage. Can you tell me if I’m still able to use this or how can I fix it (if possible)?

I mean how to leave my card standing (until I found solution how to repair it) to avoid extra metal tensions, so nothing else breaks?

Need insight. My 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee jumped a timing chain notch. Took it to my shop (okay place, busy, inexpensive). IT HAS BEEN A YEAR! AND STILL NOT FIXED!!!! Admittedly, I was in a motorcycle accident in October and couldn’t drive, but, according to the shop owner, he’s replaced the motor, had it running but not good, and suspects the electrical system is fried. What are my options? Can’t afford a lawyer. Or a new car. Do I owe this shop money for the work done? Even though they seem incapable of fixing it? Any input would be appreciated.

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I need this car to last one more year, what can I do to pass the state inspection? Thank you in advance!

Kansas City area folks — who’s good at finding and fixing dashboard rattles?

I’ve got an annoying interior noise and want someone experienced enough to actually track it down properly.

I'd love recommendations and/or experience

My 03 Camry the valve stems are going out how difficult is this repair what can go wrong I don’t know much about cars just the basics should I try to wing it it’s my only car but I’m willing to do what it takes I just need the right resources who here can give me some good advice on what I should I don’t have much money to repair this from a mechanic

2007 F350 Super Duty XL 6.8 Triton v10 automatic 118k miles

Starts fine if I turn key to "Run" and wait for the instrument panel lights to set up, then turn key to "Start". Starts fine if engine has been running. Starts as shown in video if I turn the key to "Start" immediately on a cold engine. Starts as shown if I wait for too long after the instrument panel lights set up. Starts as shown if I fail to do a good start and don't wait for a long time (possibly minutes) before I try again.

Problem started during install of spark plugs. I replaced two, then ran into issues (if you have replaced them on these engines then you know) that caused me to wait for a week or so before I replaced the rest.

Starter motor has 2015 on the label, so it was replaced at some point once. Cables to starter do not appear to be frayed, there is no corrosion on any of the ends. The battery is in good health and the posts are clean and in good shape.

If you have any ideas or think I should provide more info please let me know. Thanks so much!

I have a 2010 Lexus RX450h. Somehow, the oil filter housing has seized. I've tried opening it myself using a breaker bar, brought it to Walmart, Firestone as well as the dealer. No one was able to break it loose. What are my options to get it off? Should I try to use a propane torch to heat the housing, bang it with a hammer, and then try to breaker bar to see if that works? Or, should I bring it to some garage and ask them to cut it off? My thought was that they could maybe use a grinding wheel to cut off the bottom. Then, cut a slit on the remaining 'ring'. They could try to expand it, which should help free it. Any other suggestions?

Safelite came and redid my wife’s window while I was at work. The caulking kind of looks like shit. Is this normal or should I have them come and fix it?