# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=378 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 379 --- ## [Factories and lenders, striving for extra cash, are pushing dealers to sell their insurance products](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factories-and-lenders-striving-for-extra-cash-are-pushing-dealers-to-sell-their-insurance-products/67901)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 11:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/factories-and-lenders-striving-for-extra-cash-are-pushing-dealers-to-sell-their-insurance-products/67901 "2011-09-17T11:05:12Z")
http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110912/RETAIL07/309129970/1400 Automakers and lenders are increasing the pressure on dealerships to sell their proprietary service contracts, prompting some dealers … --- ## [Gas Station Etiquette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-station-etiquette/67770)
**Author:** [@bvonisen30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bvonisen30)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 11:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-station-etiquette/67770 "2011-09-17T11:00:53Z")
I was at a crowded gas station today waiting in line. The car in front of me pulled away from the pump, so I moved forward to align my car with the tank. As I was doing this the guy getting gas across from me took off … --- ## [Bullitt Mustang Backfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bullitt-mustang-backfire/67931)
**Author:** [@Bullitt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bullitt-mustang-backfire/67931 "2011-09-17T04:36:25Z")
Hello All, I own a 2008 Bullitt Mustang. The past six months I have noticed a backfire. It only happens after the car has been driven and cools down for a few hours. It doesn't happen after sitting all night. The … --- ## [Has anyone noticed that XM satellite radio is lower fidelity than FM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-noticed-that-xm-satellite-radio-is-lower-fidelity-than-fm/67846)
**Author:** [@oblivion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oblivion)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-noticed-that-xm-satellite-radio-is-lower-fidelity-than-fm/67846 "2011-09-17T01:21:35Z")
At least in my car, XM radio seems to be lacking in dynamic range and stereo separation compared to an FM station with a good signal. I'm sure part of it is that they compress the living $#!^ out of it to transmit it. … --- ## [Death wobble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/death-wobble/67973)
**Author:** [@jst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jst)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/death-wobble/67973 "2011-09-17T00:20:41Z")
I have a jeep that had death wobble. I fixed it by lining it up, tires balanced and changed the track bar. So far, so good. --- ## [1996 Pontiac Bonneville deploying airbags while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-pontiac-bonneville-deploying-airbags-while-driving/67855)
**Author:** [@elainefblue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elainefblue)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2011, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-pontiac-bonneville-deploying-airbags-while-driving/67855 "2011-09-17T00:15:27Z")
On Sept 10, 2011 I was driving towards a major highway when my airbag light came on. I just figured it was a sensor malfunction and kept driving. I proceded to the highway and when I was up to 57MPH I put my cruise con… --- ## [RWD SUV got towed (XTerra) - damage question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rwd-suv-got-towed-xterra-damage-question/67941)
**Author:** [@kurbin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurbin)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2011, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rwd-suv-got-towed-xterra-damage-question/67941 "2011-09-16T16:45:11Z")
Simply, what happened was I parked in street that had street cleaning the next day so it was towed away. on a flatbed. Here are couple more details: car is a new Nissan XTerra; car is automatic and it was obviously … --- ## [Key FOB replacements Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-replacements-question/67951)
**Author:** [@twins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twins)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2011, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-fob-replacements-question/67951 "2011-09-16T15:08:13Z")
What is the most expensive KEY FOB replacement in the market? Has anyone had to replace their KEY FOB? If so, what car and how much did it cost? --- ## [BMW to try using lasers for headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-to-try-using-lasers-for-headlights/67701)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2011, 1:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-to-try-using-lasers-for-headlights/67701 "2011-09-16T13:18:52Z")
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/02/bmw-working-on-frickin-laser-beams-for-headlights/ Not really sure what to make of this, other than it seems pretty odd. Though I'm sure they said the same thing about LEDs being used… --- ## [Need a commuter vehicle, what would you buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-commuter-vehicle-what-would-you-buy/67922)
**Author:** [@wplate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wplate)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-commuter-vehicle-what-would-you-buy/67922 "2011-09-15T15:51:03Z")
I currently drive a 2003 Jeep Wrangler, which might get 17mpg on the highway. I'm looking at a commute of 35 miles each way, mostly highway (admittedly a bad-traffic highway, so I won't be driving that fast most of the … --- ## [Used car buyers query: Proper paperwork to document refundable security deposit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buyers-query-proper-paperwork-to-document-refundable-security-deposit/67757)
**Author:** [@Miche](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Miche)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buyers-query-proper-paperwork-to-document-refundable-security-deposit/67757 "2011-09-15T04:56:16Z")
Hello. Lots of googling in the search engine, and can't seem to find this question posted before. Answers much appreciated. I'm looking at a car I want to buy from an individual seller. Before buying, I'm taking th… --- ## [Metric...or SAE?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metric-or-sae/38271)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metric-or-sae/38271 "2011-09-15T04:39:31Z")
I was just interested to hear where forum members stand on this divisive issue. Are you metric guys and gals, or SAE standard? I'll go ahead and say I'd wish they'd just chuck SAE stuff entirely! I've been around aw… --- ## [Guide says PH4386 oil filter. 2009 Camry Hybrid had PH4967. Bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/guide-says-ph4386-oil-filter-2009-camry-hybrid-had-ph4967-bad/67538)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2011, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/guide-says-ph4386-oil-filter-2009-camry-hybrid-had-ph4967-bad/67538 "2011-09-15T02:59:53Z")
Changed friend's 2009 Camry Hybrid oil and oil filter andiscovered different filter on the vehicle. Both are same size and look identical. Engine damage? Thank you. --- ## [How much can a 2001 Toyota Avalon safely tow?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-can-a-2001-toyota-avalon-safely-tow/67856)
**Author:** [@lgrigg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lgrigg)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2011, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-can-a-2001-toyota-avalon-safely-tow/67856 "2011-09-14T22:12:01Z")
How much can a 2001 Toyota Avalon safely tow without ruining the transmission? --- ## [Ford to offer Spotify integration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-to-offer-spotify-integration/67818)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2011, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-to-offer-spotify-integration/67818 "2011-09-14T20:05:22Z")
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/10/spotify-coming-to-ford/ Spotify is a "cloud" based streaming music program In a way it's not that much different than satellite radio. Paid subscribers won't get ads, apparently, wh… --- ## [Saab files for court protection from creditors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-files-for-court-protection-from-creditors/67712)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2011, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-files-for-court-protection-from-creditors/67712 "2011-09-14T01:16:48Z")
Victor Muller, CEO of both Saab and Swedish Automobile, said in a statement: "We have concluded that a voluntary reorganization process will provide us with the necessary time, protection and stabilization of the busines… --- ## [Best Hybrid SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-hybrid-suv/67836)
**Author:** [@garretterik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garretterik)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2011, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-hybrid-suv/67836 "2011-09-14T00:04:00Z")
We are looking for a new car. We live in Pittsburgh on top of an icy hill and need AWD. We want a SUV that is roomy (need room for two car seats and an additional butt). However, our biggest concern is to be green and… --- ## [Man suing Chicago car dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-suing-chicago-car-dealer/67817)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2011, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-suing-chicago-car-dealer/67817 "2011-09-13T23:55:36Z")
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/09/06/man-suing-chicago-car-dealer-over-harassment-threats-and-hangi/ http://www.wlsam.com/Article.asp?id=2277425&spid= They don't say if the guy worked there, was a customer, or what, but … --- ## [Indy racer speeding in Baltimore](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indy-racer-speeding-in-baltimore/67648)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2011, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/indy-racer-speeding-in-baltimore/67648 "2011-09-13T23:45:41Z")
Will Power was clocked at 155 MPH on Pratt Street in downtown Baltimore. Can you believe that? --- ## [Lost 2005 Toyota Corolla transponder chip encrypted key. Now using the only spare. Suggestions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-2005-toyota-corolla-transponder-chip-encrypted-key-now-using-the-only-spare-suggestions/67839)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2011, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-2005-toyota-corolla-transponder-chip-encrypted-key-now-using-the-only-spare-suggestions/67839 "2011-09-13T00:04:09Z")
Should I place the spare transponder chip on a cord so that it cannot be lost? Then use the key or cut blank to enter the Corolla and start it while holding the transponder chip closenough to the steering column? Then hi… --- ## [Mice in car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mice-in-car/67810)
**Author:** [@mnhawk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mnhawk)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2011, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mice-in-car/67810 "2011-09-12T03:11:29Z")
Help!! I have at least one mouse living in between the headliner and roof of my toyota suv. I can now hear him/her in the dashboard behind the radio. I have lost some of the lighting on my radio display. I am guessin… --- ## [Breaking into my trunk :P](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breaking-into-my-trunk-p/67807)
**Author:** [@timhuguenin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timhuguenin)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2011, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breaking-into-my-trunk-p/67807 "2011-09-12T00:19:29Z")
I locked my car keys into the trunk of my 93 honda accord ex. i have a backup key, but all it works for are the doors and the ignition. it doesn't open the trunk or unlock the trunk release lever (which i also have locke… --- ## [A 'civics' lesson for a good dealer who done wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-civics-lesson-for-a-good-dealer-who-done-wrong/67728)
**Author:** [@Chas2u](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chas2u)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2011, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-civics-lesson-for-a-good-dealer-who-done-wrong/67728 "2011-09-11T20:38:04Z")
I live in Southern California and just finished the first year of a three-year lease on a Honda Civic EX with American Honda Finance Corp. (AFHC). I took the car in to my local Honda dealer for its 15,000 mile scheduled … --- ## [2000 Land Rover Disco II](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-land-rover-disco-ii/67710)
**Author:** [@Rachet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rachet)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2011, 10:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-land-rover-disco-ii/67710 "2011-09-11T10:31:18Z")
Hello all...Need a larger vehicle for soccer, dance, camping, etc and a 4x4. Any thoughts on a Discovery II, 2000, with 113,000 miles? He's asking 6900, seems a bit high. And what would the life expectancy on the engine … --- ## [6-volt and 12 volt electrical systems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-volt-and-12-volt-electrical-systems/67777)
**Author:** [@Doug1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doug1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2011, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/6-volt-and-12-volt-electrical-systems/67777 "2011-09-11T00:45:07Z")
The early Dodges had 12 volt electrical systems as did a few other cars. Why did Dodge in 1926 switch from the 12 volt electrical system to the 6 volt. What were the drawbacks associated with using the early 12 volt sys… --- ## [Car repair manuals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-manuals/67799)
**Author:** [@tranquility](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tranquility)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2011, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-manuals/67799 "2011-09-10T19:41:50Z")
My husband has about a dozen car repair manuals from the late '50's to the '70's. He would like to sell them - 1 - are they worth selling?; 2 - how should we price them? Thanks for your help. --- ## [2011 Tuscon Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-tuscon-steering/67782)
**Author:** [@RonF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonF)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2011, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-tuscon-steering/67782 "2011-09-10T17:58:08Z")
Our happiness with the 2011 Tuscon was short lived when we had to drive more then the few miles on the test drive. The steering is all over the place. It feels like a 57 Chevy as it rolls and pulls left and right. We … --- ## [Why Your Smartphone Will Become Your In-Car Infotainment System Read more: Why Your Smartphone Will](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-your-smartphone-will-become-your-in-car-infotainment-system-read-more-why-your-smartphone-will/67706)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2011, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-your-smartphone-will-become-your-in-car-infotainment-system-read-more-why-your-smartphone-will/67706 "2011-09-10T14:27:10Z")
http://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/news/industry/why-your-smartphone-will-become-your-in-car-infotainment-system?src=rss&utm\_source=feedburner&utm\_medium=feed&utm\_campaign=Feed%3A+pm%2Fautomotive%2Fnew\_cars+%28Automoti… --- ## [Old car daily driver question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-daily-driver-question/67745)
**Author:** [@mikeRd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikeRd)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2011, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-daily-driver-question/67745 "2011-09-10T02:13:22Z")
Hello all. I'm finally in a financial position to afford a new car. I live in San Francisco, and actually don't drive everyday, but often enough to require an auto. I've grown up a gearhead, and have been seriously consi… --- ## [Wheels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheels/67378)
**Author:** [@abxxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abxxx)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2011, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheels/67378 "2011-09-10T02:02:05Z")
I am about to trade in my 2004 Hyundai Accent which has 13-inch wheels for a 2012 Kia Rio which has 15-inch wheels. Specifically, from sitting in the driver’s seat, how would I be able to tell the difference in wheel siz… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=377) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=379)