# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=173 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 174 --- ## [Headlight bulb types](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlight-bulb-types/124177)
**Author:** [@BeautifulDisaster002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeautifulDisaster002)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2018, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlight-bulb-types/124177 "2018-09-22T04:17:14Z")
The picture attached are the headlights that were on the Tahoe when we got it. Can anyone tell me what kind these are? I found some that I think are the same, but not sure (the listing said " Replace® - Diamond-Cut Driv… --- ## [How big of a rip off are "Buy here, pay here" car lots?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-a-rip-off-are-buy-here-pay-here-car-lots/124676)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 133\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2018, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-big-of-a-rip-off-are-buy-here-pay-here-car-lots/124676 "2018-09-22T03:07:59Z")
A couple new car lots have popped up in town. Their signs say WE FINANCE! bigger than the name of the car lots. Basically I take this to mean “We finance anyone, even those with horrible credit.” We have those “Payday… --- ## [Can a seized engine cause other mechanical failures?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-seized-engine-cause-other-mechanical-failures/125342)
**Author:** [@RFSTUFFANDJUNK\_142371](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RFSTUFFANDJUNK_142371)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2018, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-seized-engine-cause-other-mechanical-failures/125342 "2018-09-21T02:05:44Z")
Walmart didn’t screw in the filter after an oil change and the engine seized as a result. While they paid for a used engine replacement, the air conditioning and separate cooling system have failed since then. Could over… --- ## [Is my 2009 Honda Element internal combustion engine more like a steam engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-2009-honda-element-internal-combustion-engine-more-like-a-steam-engine/125336)
**Author:** [@GeorgeTerrien](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgeTerrien)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-2009-honda-element-internal-combustion-engine-more-like-a-steam-engine/125336 "2018-09-20T23:36:32Z")
Is my car, fossil-fueled, actually powered by steam? Fossil fuel (carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen) and air produces mostly carbon dioxide and water vapor, and a lot of instantaneous heat. Even at high temperatures, carbon… --- ## [What type of wood is strong enough for a car ramp?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-wood-is-strong-enough-for-a-car-ramp/120414)
**Author:** [@techniker1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/techniker1)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-type-of-wood-is-strong-enough-for-a-car-ramp/120414 "2018-09-20T20:20:01Z")
Just as the title says. Thanks a lot --- ## [Self-driving cars and snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-driving-cars-and-snow/125257)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/self-driving-cars-and-snow/125257 "2018-09-20T20:00:20Z")
… are NOT perfect together… https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-09-17/self-driving-cars-still-can-t-handle-bad-weather?srnd=businessweek-v2 --- ## [First Post - Vehicle Suggestions For A New Teen Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-post-vehicle-suggestions-for-a-new-teen-driver/124446)
**Author:** [@Kara\_Atchison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kara_Atchison)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-post-vehicle-suggestions-for-a-new-teen-driver/124446 "2018-09-20T19:28:10Z")
Hi everyone, This is my first post. I have a teen that just received their Learners Permit. While I have a year to do my research and purchase, figured that hearing from others would help with what vehicles to research. … --- ## [Ford Aluminum body F150: Body repair cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-aluminum-body-f150-body-repair-cost/125315)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-aluminum-body-f150-body-repair-cost/125315 "2018-09-20T12:42:11Z")
When Ford introduced their new F150 w/aluminum body parts, I heard some complaints that some body shops may not be able to repair them, and those that did might charge more than if the truck was a normal steel body versi… --- ## [2018 Kia Sportage - Safety issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sportage-safety-issue/125283)
**Author:** [@steve07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve07)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2018, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sportage-safety-issue/125283 "2018-09-20T02:08:30Z")
has anyone who owns a 2017 Kia Sportage ever had the engine electronic timing sensor get hot and melted? Its a male/ female plug on the upper passenger side of the engine. Mine malfunctioned, the plug melted and malfunct… --- ## [Fuel octane](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-octane/125271)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2018, 12:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-octane/125271 "2018-09-19T12:04:02Z")
2015 Jeep Cherokee, 3.2L V6, 271 HP. The owner’s manual specifies 89 octane gas for this engine. After much research (the dealer had no clue) I discovered the compression ratio for this engine is 11.7:1. Seems to me t… --- ## [Ask Someone: 2011 Kia Sorento - Only driver's door unlocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2011-kia-sorento-only-drivers-door-unlocks/124727)
**Author:** [@melissa12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melissa12)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2018, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2011-kia-sorento-only-drivers-door-unlocks/124727 "2018-09-19T01:43:52Z")
anyone having problems with doors not unlocking except the drivers door. Have to have my son climb over seats to open doors. --- ## [Is it possible to hotwire a 2008 buic enclave?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-hotwire-a-2008-buic-enclave/125266)
**Author:** [@Dennis\_Howell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis_Howell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2018, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-possible-to-hotwire-a-2008-buic-enclave/125266 "2018-09-19T01:38:10Z")
Can you hotwire a 2008 buic enclave? Asking because we’re having a debation. I told them I dont believe new cars can be hotwired. --- ## [Ikea is getting into the autonomous vehicle business?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ikea-is-getting-into-the-autonomous-vehicle-business/125246)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2018, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ikea-is-getting-into-the-autonomous-vehicle-business/125246 "2018-09-18T23:14:16Z")
I heard on the news the other day that the Ikea store is getting into the autonomous vehicle business. --- ## [Burnt plastic smell ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burnt-plastic-smell/125218)
**Author:** [@tdstrawberry23\_142255](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tdstrawberry23_142255)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2018, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burnt-plastic-smell/125218 "2018-09-18T02:53:53Z")
A few days ago, the engine temperature light came on in my 2015 Chevy Trax (31k mileage). I checked the coolant levels & they were low, so I added more coolant. Since then, there’s been a burnt plastic smell when I drive… --- ## [Moving CA to FL. Need info](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-ca-to-fl-need-info/124341)
**Author:** [@Sharon\_Lilly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sharon_Lilly)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2018, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-ca-to-fl-need-info/124341 "2018-09-18T01:26:08Z")
I am getting ready to drive my 2013 Kia Soul from Northern California to Jacksonville FL. I am figuring about 3000-3100 miles with rest stops/gas/hotels. My question is with this car, a 4X8 u-haul trailer with clothes l… --- ## [How long can I keep my 2016 Ford Mustang?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-i-keep-my-2016-ford-mustang/124918)
**Author:** [@HusbyHogan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HusbyHogan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2018, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-can-i-keep-my-2016-ford-mustang/124918 "2018-09-17T21:56:14Z")
up to which milage it make. sense to keep my mustang ecoboost --- ## [2015 Audi A6 - Lease or buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-audi-a6-lease-or-buy/125045)
**Author:** [@GeorgeDickinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgeDickinson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2018, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-audi-a6-lease-or-buy/125045 "2018-09-16T14:52:01Z")
What are the pros and cons on leashing a car. What circumstances make it financially sound to consider a lease rather than a outright purchase --- ## [Rear diff noise AWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-diff-noise-awd/124348)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2018, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-diff-noise-awd/124348 "2018-09-16T00:53:08Z")
my 06 equinox has a whine at 40+mph i removed driveshaft to fix center support bearing so the rear diff is not being driven can a diff make a noise when there is no load being applied to it if it is a pinion bearing is… --- ## [Can the failure of the Transmission Control Module Cook the Transmission Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-failure-of-the-transmission-control-module-cook-the-transmission-fluid/123893)
**Author:** [@Odysseus1001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Odysseus1001)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2018, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-failure-of-the-transmission-control-module-cook-the-transmission-fluid/123893 "2018-09-15T23:41:13Z")
My transmission control module failed under warranty. The dealer admits that the TCM is under warranty and replaced it. However, while the dealer agrees that the transmission fluid needs to be replaced (because it’s bu… --- ## [Subaru XV Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-xv-hybrid/125013)
**Author:** [@N8Williams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/N8Williams)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2018, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-xv-hybrid/125013 "2018-09-15T23:11:58Z")
These cars are a rare item I have seen on the road. I have counted 3 this year in 40k miles driving. It may be the region but that is not the question to the community today. The question starts out with those that kn… --- ## [Keyless entry too sensitive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-too-sensitive/46603)
**Author:** [@elsiefish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elsiefish)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2018, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-too-sensitive/46603 "2018-09-14T17:42:26Z")
I found an odd discussion thread on increasing the range of the keyless entry, but I have the opposite problem - mine is too sensitive. In the first month after I got my Hyundai Elantra I inadvertently locked/unlocked th… --- ## [Why I am leaving after twenty years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-i-am-leaving-after-twenty-years/124669)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2018, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-i-am-leaving-after-twenty-years/124669 "2018-09-14T14:56:36Z")
I don’t remember when I signed up on this board. It must have been nearly twenty years ago. At one time we were told a software change reset our sign-up date. But, in those days, I was a strong car talk fan. I worked my … --- ## [Storing a car for over a year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-a-car-for-over-a-year/124945)
**Author:** [@PaulSegal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulSegal)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2018, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storing-a-car-for-over-a-year/124945 "2018-09-13T23:31:20Z")
What is the proper way to store a car for a year or more? --- ## [CVT Transmissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvt-transmissions/79225)
**Author:** [@HDbac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HDbac)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2018, 5:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvt-transmissions/79225 "2018-09-13T05:39:48Z")
I'm considering a new/newer ('11 - '13) mid-size sedan like an Accord, Altima, Camry, or Sonata, and am noticing that many now offer a CVT transmission as either an option or as the main offering. I've read a lot of neg… --- ## [1990 Plymouth Sundance - Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-plymouth-sundance-lights/124846)
**Author:** [@danpinotti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danpinotti)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2018, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-plymouth-sundance-lights/124846 "2018-09-13T02:20:40Z")
how to improve night vision of the lane markings especially when it rains thanks --- ## [Toyota Rav4 Power Steering malfunction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-power-steering-malfunction/124902)
**Author:** [@Guy42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guy42)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2018, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-rav4-power-steering-malfunction/124902 "2018-09-13T01:40:03Z")
I’m reposting this because I was told it wasn’t completely visible for some unknown reason. I have a 2007 Toyota RAV4 4 cylinder. The issue is when I accelerate and the car goes into overdrive all of a sudden three light… --- ## [2008 Buick Enclave - will a 5.3 fit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-will-a-5-3-fit/124561)
**Author:** [@DMoten](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DMoten)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-will-a-5-3-fit/124561 "2018-09-12T20:25:06Z")
Will a 5.3 fit a Buick Enclave --- ## [2017 Honda Pilot - Anyone have city miles to compare?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-pilot-anyone-have-city-miles-to-compare/124787)
**Author:** [@Tani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tani)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-pilot-anyone-have-city-miles-to-compare/124787 "2018-09-12T21:34:44Z")
I do most of my driving in a city. On average, How many miles per gallon does your pilot 2017 ran. Mine is 10.5mpg for 7,700 miles. --- ## [Strange film on windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-film-on-windshield/124785)
**Author:** [@john\_neglia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john_neglia)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 1:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-film-on-windshield/124785 "2018-09-12T13:15:47Z")
We see a strange film on the outside of the windshield that is most visible on high humidity days and/or when raining. Cleaning with Windex does not help --- ## [2019 Toyota Sequoia - Smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-sequoia-smoke/124767)
**Author:** [@karetha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karetha)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2018, 12:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-sequoia-smoke/124767 "2018-09-12T12:37:58Z")
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