# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=131 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 132 --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Impala - new rumble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-new-rumble/192376)
**Author:** [@DazedandConfused40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DazedandConfused40)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-new-rumble/192376 "2023-08-20T16:25:56Z")
Mechanic told Me catalytic converter was okay. I had everything else put in new from the Cat back . Now the car is louder and very noticeable. Even has a rumbling sound when starting out. What could be causing this. --- ## [2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK Class has to shut off to get out of reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class-has-to-shut-off-to-get-out-of-reverse/192322)
**Author:** [@george58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/george58)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 1:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class-has-to-shut-off-to-get-out-of-reverse/192322 "2023-08-20T13:11:03Z")
2014 GLK From reverse I try to put it into Drive and it stays in Reverse…I have to turn the car off then everything works has happened a few times??? --- ## [My engine oil dipstick melted. Why did this happen? What should I do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-oil-dipstick-melted-why-did-this-happen-what-should-i-do/192268)
**Author:** [@CalmnCool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalmnCool)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-oil-dipstick-melted-why-did-this-happen-what-should-i-do/192268 "2023-08-20T13:06:34Z")
I had my engine oil changed about 1,700 miles ago. I checked my oil level after 1,000 miles. The dipstick was fine and the oil level was normal. The entire 1,700 miles I put on the car were done within the past 2 weeks.… --- ## [Car dashboard overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dashboard-overheating/192365)
**Author:** [@Noggo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noggo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dashboard-overheating/192365 "2023-08-20T11:53:25Z")
Hello. My car is a Ford Focus 2005. a few weeks back it started leaking and we located the problem, it was from the radiator. My brother and I spent the weekend fixing it, we thought it had cracked but it was only one … --- ## [Car starts and dies immediately and starts in second try](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-dies-immediately-and-starts-in-second-try/192351)
**Author:** [@qlpertunga\_186491](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qlpertunga_186491)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-dies-immediately-and-starts-in-second-try/192351 "2023-08-19T23:13:51Z")
Hi, I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla with 115k miles. For the last 2 months my car starts and dies and starts in second try. This is not happening every time. Usually it starts in first try. I use my car everyday and this ha… --- ## [2002 Chrysler Sebring LX 2.7 engine makes clicking noises with no key in the ignition and doesn't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-sebring-lx-2-7-engine-makes-clicking-noises-with-no-key-in-the-ignition-and-doesnt-start/192372)
**Author:** [@murat.bilgic\_186509](https://community.cartalk.com/u/murat.bilgic_186509)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-sebring-lx-2-7-engine-makes-clicking-noises-with-no-key-in-the-ignition-and-doesnt-start/192372 "2023-08-19T22:56:37Z")
My son has a 2002 Chrysler Sebring which stopped starting couple of day ago. Opening the hood, we noticed this weird clicking/grinding noises comes from the engine even when there is no key in the ignition. Via trial and… --- ## [P0420 code still coming back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-still-coming-back/109697)
**Author:** [@BrandiHank](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrandiHank)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-still-coming-back/109697 "2023-08-19T22:49:56Z")
I own a 2010 GMC Yukon XL Denali that keeps throwing a P0420 code. I am at the point of just getting rid of it because we can’t seem to get any help actually getting it fixed. It started throwing this code a few months a… --- ## [2014 Hyundai Elantra - how do I know work gets done?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-know-work-gets-done/192367)
**Author:** [@NancyBain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NancyBain)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-know-work-gets-done/192367 "2023-08-19T21:32:54Z")
I received notice from Hyundai for two recalls: Anti theft software update and Rust Preventive V/undercoating Aero. I took the car in July 13, 2023, for that service at the Hyundai dealer . But how do I know they actuall… --- ## [2017 Lincoln MKC - loud noise from speaker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-loud-noise-from-speaker/192360)
**Author:** [@ladyjane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladyjane)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-loud-noise-from-speaker/192360 "2023-08-19T16:54:04Z")
when entering the vehicle, the screen (back up camera) scrolls "system shut down to conserve battery. I wait for it to finish booting up. Then, when I press the start button, a very, very loud boom noise comes from the … --- ## [Heater Core - Sweet Smell Won't Go Away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core-sweet-smell-wont-go-away/192298)
**Author:** [@BOuLDeR7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOuLDeR7)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core-sweet-smell-wont-go-away/192298 "2023-08-19T14:30:39Z")
I just purchased a 2005 Pontiac Vibe. There is a sweet smell coming from the vents when I turn the heat on that’s really strong and making me feel sick. My initial though is the heater core is leaking. The mechanic di… --- ## [Costco's "Lifetime" warranty is now 5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/costcos-lifetime-warranty-is-now-5-years/192330)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/costcos-lifetime-warranty-is-now-5-years/192330 "2023-08-19T00:07:02Z")
I took a tire in for repair today at Costco. The new road hazard warranty is only for 5 years as that is considered a lifetime for a tire. My tire was over 5 years old but was repaired anyway because I bought it before… --- ## [Most responsive fuel injection: mechanical or electronic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-responsive-fuel-injection-mechanical-or-electronic/192277)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-responsive-fuel-injection-mechanical-or-electronic/192277 "2023-08-18T22:41:02Z")
I enjoy my Corolla’s electronic fuel injection system, good mpg & power, and it is pretty much bullet-proof. But my prior VW Rabbit’s CIS mechanical fuel injection – definitely not bullet proof – but imo was more respo… --- ## [Confusing Idle Speed Spec for 92 Corolla?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-idle-speed-spec-for-92-corolla/192246)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-idle-speed-spec-for-92-corolla/192246 "2023-08-18T21:28:43Z")
92 Toyota Corolla, 4afe engine, manual trans, purchased new in Calif The factory service manual says the idle rpm spec is 700 rpm, and ignition timing should be set at 700 rpm. The emissions sticker on the underside … --- ## [Stop Light, Red on Top: Not Always…](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-light-red-on-top-not-always/192345)
**Author:** [@LoudThunder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoudThunder)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-light-red-on-top-not-always/192345 "2023-08-18T16:37:54Z")
I stumbled onto this video of Syracuse, New York. It’s a video of the town but the first three minutes tell an interesting story about a Topsy-turvy Stop Light in town… I grew up in New York and I was stationed just ea… --- ## [Video: Airplane nose dives across the median from a car driving along!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/video-airplane-nose-dives-across-the-median-from-a-car-driving-along/192352)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/video-airplane-nose-dives-across-the-median-from-a-car-driving-along/192352 "2023-08-18T15:20:51Z")
The flames actually shoot out ahead of the car! Wow! --- ## [Car periodically won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-periodically-wont-start/69144)
**Author:** [@ladycyg\_184794](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladycyg_184794)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-periodically-wont-start/69144 "2023-08-18T14:57:43Z")
see the log (with videos): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AlCWupQnWu2CdExhYzRxcDRyZjhzU0VSTVBUbENTaGc Every time the mechanic tried to start it worked just fine. It appeared to happen more under the foll… --- ## [Nissan d21](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-d21/192348)
**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 12:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-d21/192348 "2023-08-18T12:01:28Z")
Truck boggs dn when i accelerate. Replaced fuel filter a old one had sediment at the bottom of my jar filled with gas. Still doing same thing. Should i fill up and put some lukus in it? Should i replace the fuel pump… --- ## [2005 Chrysler Sebring - fuses keep blowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-fuses-keep-blowing/192315)
**Author:** [@Phillters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phillters)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-fuses-keep-blowing/192315 "2023-08-17T20:14:29Z")
outside remote mirror adjuster button, inside trunk release button, powe lock button on door, inside lighting, radio and remote keyless flob not working. am=ny ideas? checked # 5 fuse inside car, was good. worked for awh… --- ## [2020 Hyundai Genesis - another leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-genesis-another-leak/192327)
**Author:** [@Mimosa345](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mimosa345)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-genesis-another-leak/192327 "2023-08-17T20:11:23Z")
This is the third time that I have had a “leak”…somewhere? water pooling behind drivers seat and in trunk area on the drivers side as well. First time, I thought maybe I had left something open during rain. Second tim… --- ## [Change my Username/Nickname](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-my-username-nickname/132688)
**Author:** [@DarkNiiinja](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DarkNiiinja)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-my-username-nickname/132688 "2023-08-17T19:38:51Z")
I put my Nickname as “DarkNiiinja” when I created my account, but now it’s a random generated name. Can’t find a way to change this… Help, please? Thank you! --- ## [Congestion pricing is under consideration for California's urban centers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/congestion-pricing-is-under-consideration-for-californias-urban-centers/192301)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/congestion-pricing-is-under-consideration-for-californias-urban-centers/192301 "2023-08-17T19:05:31Z")
LA and San Francisco politicos are considering implementing a fee-scheme for limiting traffic congestion in urban areas. https://www.planetizen.com/news/2023/05/123619-congestion-pricing-could-be-coming-la The local ra… --- ## [2006 Chrysler 300 - alternator trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-alternator-trouble/192332)
**Author:** [@Adaryl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adaryl)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-alternator-trouble/192332 "2023-08-17T16:01:13Z")
I’m having a problem with my 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring. My alternator isnt charging up my battery both are brand new when i turn the car on i put my voltage meter on it to check the voltage the meter goes down instead of… --- ## [B0058 Passenger Pretensioner Deployment Loop Open 2007 Saturn Vue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b0058-passenger-pretensioner-deployment-loop-open-2007-saturn-vue/192256)
**Author:** [@bobl61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobl61)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b0058-passenger-pretensioner-deployment-loop-open-2007-saturn-vue/192256 "2023-08-17T15:34:26Z")
Vehicle: 2007 Saturn Vue 3.5L The airbag light stays on. Scan tool shows “B0058 - Right Front/Passenger Pretensioner Deployment Loop Open”. I checked all the connections under both seats. I found a broken connector unde… --- ## [Cv boot twisted and mishapen? why did this happen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-boot-twisted-and-mishapen-why-did-this-happen/192329)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-boot-twisted-and-mishapen-why-did-this-happen/192329 "2023-08-17T13:07:55Z")
i had a cut on my cv joint on passenger side so i got whole half of that axle replaced. now when i check underneath i see this on the drivers side. why did this happen? --- ## [I have a 1994 3.0 v6 ranger and if iut idles for a while it starts to over heat is this normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-1994-3-0-v6-ranger-and-if-iut-idles-for-a-while-it-starts-to-over-heat-is-this-normal/192304)
**Author:** [@Personalmine33\_183556](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personalmine33_183556)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-1994-3-0-v6-ranger-and-if-iut-idles-for-a-while-it-starts-to-over-heat-is-this-normal/192304 "2023-08-16T23:31:14Z")
I was in a drive thru for longer than a half and hour( pretty dumb of me)and noticed my truck was about to overheat. when i turned it off and back on it started at a high rev. I just put in new coolant and a radiator a w… --- ## [VinFast is in the news again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinfast-is-in-the-news-again/192320)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vinfast-is-in-the-news-again/192320 "2023-08-16T23:08:57Z")
Its new valuation vaults it past Ford, GM, VW, etc… despite paltry sales numbers and really terrible reviews of the vehicles that it is trying to sell in The US. Somehow, I don’t think that their grossly-inflated valua… --- ## [2021 Toyota Corolla - bad mpg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-corolla-bad-mpg/192306)
**Author:** [@laverne4798](https://community.cartalk.com/u/laverne4798)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-toyota-corolla-bad-mpg/192306 "2023-08-16T23:07:31Z")
Car started getting bad gas mileage, when first purchased it got up to 360 miles to a tank , now only 269. can you tell me the problem. --- ## [Is it cheaper to refuel your EV battery or gas tank? We did the math](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-cheaper-to-refuel-your-ev-battery-or-gas-tank-we-did-the-math/192165)
**Author:** [@PintoKid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PintoKid)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-cheaper-to-refuel-your-ev-battery-or-gas-tank-we-did-the-math/192165 "2023-08-16T21:35:08Z")
This is behind a paywall, but they do give you a few free articles. An interesting comparison and curious that the EVs were not always cheaper. --- ## [2005 Subaru Outback struggles before engine temp gets up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-struggles-before-engine-temp-gets-up/192308)
**Author:** [@Sean43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sean43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-struggles-before-engine-temp-gets-up/192308 "2023-08-16T21:20:06Z")
subaru outback 2005 Sruggles to get going in the morning but runs well once engine temp is up --- ## [Recurring Sienna steering issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recurring-sienna-steering-issue/37793)
**Author:** [@trubright](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trubright)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2023, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recurring-sienna-steering-issue/37793 "2023-08-16T19:20:30Z")
Our 2000 Toyota Sienna had this problem a few years ago and it's just returned. When it's raining and we turn hard to the left or right, the steering wheel stops before we've completed the turn. It can't be turned … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=130) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=132)