# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=136 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 137 --- ## [Making a car purr like a kitten: Easy to do stuff?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/making-a-car-purr-like-a-kitten-easy-to-do-stuff/191997)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2023, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/making-a-car-purr-like-a-kitten-easy-to-do-stuff/191997 "2023-07-31T21:05:42Z")
Here’s 3 easy things I do that my cars seem to really like, and repay my efforts by behaving themselves on the road. Change the engine oil and filter Wash the windows, inside & out Inflate all the tires to the correct… --- ## [2013 Dodge Durango - Vibrates and shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-durango-vibrates-and-shakes/191994)
**Author:** [@Walt25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Walt25)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2023, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-durango-vibrates-and-shakes/191994 "2023-07-31T20:31:41Z")
My 2013 Dodge Durango 5.7l AWD is vibrating, shaking, making a light roaring noise when I reach speeds of 55mph and up. Have you experienced this? Thanks, Walt --- ## [Transfer light bar & siren to 2023 Lexus RH350h. Where to get 12-volts DC in engine compartment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-light-bar-siren-to-2023-lexus-rh350h-where-to-get-12-volts-dc-in-engine-compartment/191981)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2023, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-light-bar-siren-to-2023-lexus-rh350h-where-to-get-12-volts-dc-in-engine-compartment/191981 "2023-07-31T04:10:17Z")
During a routine bloodelivery, the 2021 RX350 emergencyehicle stopped behind traffic stopped on an interstate highway. Young woman hit the back of the RX350. (My insurance agent is exceedingly pleased that I stopped fa… --- ## [Grinding/Rumble Sound When Changing to Reverse on Cold Start, Gets Worse With AC On](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-rumble-sound-when-changing-to-reverse-on-cold-start-gets-worse-with-ac-on/191989)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-rumble-sound-when-changing-to-reverse-on-cold-start-gets-worse-with-ac-on/191989 "2023-07-30T23:40:06Z")
I have a 2005 Camry with about 199k miles. 2AZ-FE engine (2.4 L) and U250E Automatic Transmission. Related History: Upper Dog Bone Mount - Replaced at 160k Transmission Filter Drain and Refill - 186k Alternator - Rep… --- ## [1994 Ford Explorer XL 4WD - brakes pull to the left](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-brakes-pull-to-the-left/191975)
**Author:** [@gruntsparkles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gruntsparkles)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-brakes-pull-to-the-left/191975 "2023-07-30T23:28:55Z")
I assume all of the usual suspects are still here and know what’s going from my other thread. Now that the brakes seem to be working correctly, time to address the pulling-to-the-left issue. When I pulled everything apa… --- ## [Unexpected device in the spot where OA temp sensor is supposed to be installed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-device-in-the-spot-where-oa-temp-sensor-is-supposed-to-be-installed/190151)
**Author:** [@airblower26\_184880](https://community.cartalk.com/u/airblower26_184880)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-device-in-the-spot-where-oa-temp-sensor-is-supposed-to-be-installed/190151 "2023-07-30T23:16:20Z")
Hi. I bought my Camry 2013 LE years ago and outside air temperature reading was missing on display from the beginning. Recently I bought a OA temp sensor compatible with Camry 2013 and took the front bumper out to insta… --- ## [2011 Hyundai Genesis - Screen freeze](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-genesis-screen-freeze/191999)
**Author:** [@jake1047](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jake1047)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-genesis-screen-freeze/191999 "2023-07-30T23:09:25Z")
screen freese 2011 genesis --- ## [2002 Jeep Wrangler - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-wrangler-wont-start/191984)
**Author:** [@PeteReese](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeteReese)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jeep-wrangler-wont-start/191984 "2023-07-30T22:48:44Z")
I own a 2002Jeep Wrangler Sport that all of a sudden will not start. Took it to a mechanic who had it for 7 days…Put a new fuel pump and cam shaft sensor and crankshaft position sensor and six new plugs but it still won’… --- ## [Car overheats going up mountains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheats-going-up-mountains/191915)
**Author:** [@duffersweeney\_186174](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duffersweeney_186174)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheats-going-up-mountains/191915 "2023-07-30T22:44:44Z")
Hello, 2 months ago my car overheated when driving up a mountain in Spain during the Summer where its between 30-40 Celcius. Since then the car works fine unless you are constantly going up a hill or mountain for a perio… --- ## [2013 Volkswagen CC - When do I attach my whatchamacallit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-cc-when-do-i-attach-my-whatchamacallit/191992)
**Author:** [@BiedEDNOLA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BiedEDNOLA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-cc-when-do-i-attach-my-whatchamacallit/191992 "2023-07-30T22:44:41Z")
Where do I attach my FIXD Reads any problem on vehicle --- ## [2015 Ford Fusion - drifting on the highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-drifting-on-the-highway/175466)
**Author:** [@ThomasHaas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasHaas)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-fusion-drifting-on-the-highway/175466 "2023-07-30T22:19:56Z")
I also have a 2015 Fusion Titanium AWD and have issues with steering, ie. drifting while on hwy, mainly to the left. I have brand new tires (all the samew/ about 6,000+ miles), I recently had a 4 wheel a 4 wheel alignme… --- ## [2013 Subaru outback 2.5i front caliper bolt specs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-subaru-outback-2-5i-front-caliper-bolt-specs/191903)
**Author:** [@mk\_186167](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mk_186167)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-subaru-outback-2-5i-front-caliper-bolt-specs/191903 "2023-07-30T21:31:33Z")
I searched and found a post about back brake and rotor replacement with a similar question, but wanted to ensure correct torque specs for front brake caliper bolts. I am replacing front pads and rotors on my Mom’s 2013 S… --- ## [2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - This filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-this-filter/191951)
**Author:** [@Tanner08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tanner08)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-this-filter/191951 "2023-07-30T21:00:50Z")
Can I use a Fram ph5 oil filter on my 05 Chevy 2500 6.0 --- ## [Model 3 owners love their cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/model-3-owners-love-their-cars/191974)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2023, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/model-3-owners-love-their-cars/191974 "2023-07-30T02:20:01Z")
… but they’re not very fond of the company’s CEO: https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2023-tesla-survey/elon-musk-brand-analysis/?cmpid=BBD072923\_WKND&utm\_medium=email&utm\_source=newsletter&utm\_term=230729&utm\_campaign=w… --- ## [1994 Ford Explorer XL 4wd - "plastic thrust spacer" & "cam assembly" in hub: how check condition and alternate names?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-plastic-thrust-spacer-cam-assembly-in-hub-how-check-condition-and-alternate-names/185739)
**Author:** [@gruntsparkles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gruntsparkles)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-plastic-thrust-spacer-cam-assembly-in-hub-how-check-condition-and-alternate-names/185739 "2023-07-29T21:14:55Z")
Hello friends, I just replaced the rotors and bearings, I’ve got the wheel bearing adjusting nuts and locking keys placed. There were no “plastic thrust spacers” there when I took it apart (anything to worry about?), an… --- ## [1994 Ford Explorer XL 4WD - Troubleshooting high speed vibration problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-troubleshooting-high-speed-vibration-problem/186242)
**Author:** [@gruntsparkles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gruntsparkles)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-ford-explorer-xl-4wd-troubleshooting-high-speed-vibration-problem/186242 "2023-07-29T16:24:59Z")
I could use some help troubleshooting an intermittent problem. When I drive in the neighborhood, no problems. When I get on the freeway and up to 60+ mph, I start getting some vibration from the front wheels, like someth… --- ## [stater stay on in park only ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stater-stay-on-in-park-only/191837)
**Author:** [@Sanchez.Roberto.r\_186053](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sanchez.Roberto.r_186053)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stater-stay-on-in-park-only/191837 "2023-07-29T14:34:33Z")
i have a 04 silverado 1500 my starter says on wan in park on i replace the starter and the neutral switch and still the same way --- ## [Ford Recalls 870,000 F150 Trucks, Electric Parking Brake Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-recalls-870-000-f150-trucks-electric-parking-brake-problem/191967)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-recalls-870-000-f150-trucks-electric-parking-brake-problem/191967 "2023-07-29T13:33:35Z")
ooops! --- ## [What is going on with the "poor reception" of the VinFast VF8?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-going-on-with-the-poor-reception-of-the-vinfast-vf8/191966)
**Author:** [@EndlessDrop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EndlessDrop)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-going-on-with-the-poor-reception-of-the-vinfast-vf8/191966 "2023-07-29T11:59:38Z")
This is a car that as an American have never really heard of too much. I might have heard of the brand VinFast before. “VinFast LLC is a Vietnamese-founded, Singaporean-based private automotive company. Established in 2… --- ## [Really, Fiat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-fiat/191076)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-fiat/191076 "2023-07-29T07:07:13Z")
Apparently, Fiat is giving it another try in The US, with their EV. The nearest Fiat dealership to my house is now only providing service, as they have taken down the Fiat sign, and have no Fiats (new, or used!) on thei… --- ## [2008 Mazda CX9 FWD V6 3.7L : What are those stains? Plus some other things](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mazda-cx9-fwd-v6-3-7l-what-are-those-stains-plus-some-other-things/191793)
**Author:** [@thomascgty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomascgty)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mazda-cx9-fwd-v6-3-7l-what-are-those-stains-plus-some-other-things/191793 "2023-07-29T05:11:37Z")
Mileage is around 163,000. Found that stain on the engine. Those are under the plastic upper intake manifold (just in front of the firewall). Will be doing the following later today. Power steering flush Replace… --- ## [75 min for an oil change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/75-min-for-an-oil-change/191825)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2023, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/75-min-for-an-oil-change/191825 "2023-07-29T03:00:51Z")
Is it reasonable for a shop to take 75 min for an oil change while you wait? --- ## [Running the AC with Windows Open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-the-ac-with-windows-open/67330)
**Author:** [@Tardigrade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tardigrade)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-the-ac-with-windows-open/67330 "2023-07-28T23:23:55Z")
In response to the caller who wondered if it was bad for her car's AC to run it with the windows open. It seems to me that when a car AC is on, the compressor runs continuously and the cabin temperature is controlled by… --- ## [What are "shooting brakes"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-shooting-brakes/191876)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-shooting-brakes/191876 "2023-07-28T21:10:06Z")
Car magazine article talking about a restored car’s new carpet, says the oem floor material would have been rubber (pads presumably), but b/c the car had “shooting brakes”, it had never had carpets . Just curious, never… --- ## [Changed MAF about 2 weeks ago, light still on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-maf-about-2-weeks-ago-light-still-on/131345)
**Author:** [@uglyegg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/uglyegg)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-maf-about-2-weeks-ago-light-still-on/131345 "2023-07-28T17:28:59Z")
the check engine light came on a little bit ago and we got it tested and it was the mass air flow sensor, we recently about 2 weeks ago changed it but the engine light remains on and i know its supposed to take a minute … --- ## [2019 GMC Terrain - Noise in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-terrain-noise-in-reverse/191927)
**Author:** [@edwardMichaelMoler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edwardMichaelMoler)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 8:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-terrain-noise-in-reverse/191927 "2023-07-28T08:51:23Z")
noice when backing up. --- ## [2017 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque - Rain leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-land-rover-range-rover-evoque-rain-leak/182576)
**Author:** [@Nomahlubi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nomahlubi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2023, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-land-rover-range-rover-evoque-rain-leak/182576 "2023-07-27T22:49:31Z")
Experiencing a problem with a rain leak on the top right hand side of the windshield due to a rubber strip around the windscreen coming out. Don’t seem to get help from a couple of car mechanics/ Engineers I have contac… --- ## [Curious about displacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-about-displacement/176918)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/curious-about-displacement/176918 "2023-07-28T06:23:20Z")
While watching Mecum Auction on the Motor Trend Channel they often mention that the Chevy 383 stroker engine is obtained by putting a 400 small block crank (with a 3.75 inch stroke) into a 350 block (which has a 4.001 in… --- ## [2010 2011 2012 Ford Fusion finding correct transmission mount](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-2011-2012-ford-fusion-finding-correct-transmission-mount/191937)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-2011-2012-ford-fusion-finding-correct-transmission-mount/191937 "2023-07-28T02:03:59Z")
On Rockauto if I go to Ford \> 2010-2012 \> Fusion \> 2.3L L4 \> Transmission automatic \> Transmission mount \> it shows several options ranging from $50 to $63. The Anchor brand says CVT but I didn’t select the 2.5L ELECTRI… --- ## [2003 Nissan Altima - Noisy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-altima-noisy/191908)
**Author:** [@Steff27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steff27)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2023, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-altima-noisy/191908 "2023-07-28T00:03:09Z")
Car seems to be working fine, but making noise. It’s been suggested it’s the muffler. If it is, I’m wondering what the cost should be. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=135) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=137)