# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1731 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1732 --- ## [Dealer Lost Prius Key Fob inside vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-lost-prius-key-fob-inside-vehicle/81378)
**Author:** [@aabrams5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aabrams5)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-lost-prius-key-fob-inside-vehicle/81378 "2013-09-20T22:16:37Z")
I was having trouble with one key fob on my 2010 Prius and took it to the dealer (under warranty) to have it evaluated. The dealer asked me to bring both keys and managed to lose one of the keys in the car. I am fairly c… --- ## [Engine replacement VS rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-replacement-vs-rebuild/81418)
**Author:** [@DJohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJohn)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-replacement-vs-rebuild/81418 "2013-09-20T21:56:35Z")
hi, i've a question, i have a 2000 pontiac sunfire with a tad over 218,000 miles it runs fair uses about a half quart of oil per 3000 mile (which is the interval i change the oil) i've been told that the timing chain is… --- ## [Intermittent starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-problem/76791)
**Author:** [@Amleto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amleto)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-problem/76791 "2013-09-20T21:55:26Z")
My 2001 Saab 9-5 has 156,000 miles and is generally in fine working condition. An irregularity in starting began about two months ago which will happen say once every twenty times the car is driven for more than twenty … --- ## [Discussion disappeared](https://community.cartalk.com/t/discussion-disappeared/81386)
**Author:** [@JuniorMint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuniorMint)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/discussion-disappeared/81386 "2013-09-20T20:21:55Z")
I started a thread the other day called "original plating". it disappeared. the Google cache of it is here: http://bit.ly/19a0OF8 but all discussion is missing. this is the original link: http://community.cartalk.… --- ## [SOLVED: LOUD Thumping Noise When Turning (possibly NOT CV joint)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-loud-thumping-noise-when-turning-possibly-not-cv-joint/79854)
**Author:** [@SoobieBoobie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SoobieBoobie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-loud-thumping-noise-when-turning-possibly-not-cv-joint/79854 "2013-09-20T16:17:01Z")
Hey Everyone - I'm new here and I have a problem... I bought a used 2009 Subaru Impreza wagon, 2.5i NA, manual trans a month or two ago. I'm in Texas and only recently it's started getting fairly hot (above 90 during … --- ## [Water pump for oldsmobile](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-for-oldsmobile/81409)
**Author:** [@katelyn0818](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katelyn0818)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 9:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-for-oldsmobile/81409 "2013-09-20T09:08:17Z")
There is a car i am interested in buying for only $1300 but the person selling it says the water pump is going out. The car is an Oldsmobile 2003 Alero with 141000 miles on it. How much would it cost to fix this water pu… --- ## [Misfire on 07 kia rio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-on-07-kia-rio/81417)
**Author:** [@Pirate09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pirate09)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 8:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfire-on-07-kia-rio/81417 "2013-09-20T08:19:29Z")
I have an 07 kia rio, I had a misfire in the 3rd ignition cylinder. When I opened it it had oil in it. So I cleaned it out and put a new spark plug in it and change to a thicker oil. A few hour later wet to drive it and… --- ## [D/M trans fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/d-m-trans-fluid/81413)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/d-m-trans-fluid/81413 "2013-09-20T08:04:40Z")
So, what is this stuff? Says for use in cars that use dexron3 or Mercon trans fluid. Since GM let the copyright drop on dex3 stuff I see that most dex3 labeled fluid says "for use in cars that used to spec dex3" or so on… --- ## [2003 F250 Refuses to Start at Random](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-f250-refuses-to-start-at-random/81395)
**Author:** [@MattB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MattB)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-f250-refuses-to-start-at-random/81395 "2013-09-20T07:27:59Z")
On Saturday afternoon of Labor Day weekend my dad's 2003 Ford F250 "died" in the parking lot at my work. It had been running fine all morning, but then I stopped by work, and when I went to leave it barely started, ran f… --- ## [White smoke coming from the tail pipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-coming-from-the-tail-pipe/81408)
**Author:** [@sepo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sepo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 6:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-coming-from-the-tail-pipe/81408 "2013-09-20T06:54:43Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Camry, XL-E, 4 cylinder vehicle with 156,200 miles on it. The car has been serviced regularly since buying it new and is in excellent condition. My problem is that when starting it for the first tim… --- ## [Nissan Frontier - Sudden Acceleration or Just a Mistake?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-sudden-acceleration-or-just-a-mistake/81391)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 6:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-sudden-acceleration-or-just-a-mistake/81391 "2013-09-20T06:48:41Z")
In April, my mother got into our Nissan Frontier, which was parked at a supermarket parking lot and ended up in a collision with 2 parked vehicles! Her story of events were that the car would not start initially and the… --- ## [VW regular maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-regular-maintenance/81412)
**Author:** [@mrsgifford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrsgifford)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-regular-maintenance/81412 "2013-09-20T04:37:15Z")
Is it really necessary to bring car to VW dealer for routine maintenance? --- ## [2008 Dodge Caravan A/C issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-caravan-a-c-issues/81397)
**Author:** [@aliwaggs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aliwaggs)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-caravan-a-c-issues/81397 "2013-09-20T03:43:47Z")
My 2008 Dodge Caravan SXT is having A/C problems. The back air works great, all the time...however, the front air randomly turns off and on. It doesn't matter what speed I'm going, what speed the knob is turned to (low v… --- ## [Wheel Bearing Issue - Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-issue-ford-focus/81411)
**Author:** [@FrankyTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FrankyTurbo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2013, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-bearing-issue-ford-focus/81411 "2013-09-20T02:55:56Z")
2006 Ford Focus with an ongoing wheel bearing issue. Earlier this year I heard a repetitive whirring noise from the back right, figured it was a bearing, brought the car in for repair. The shop confirmed and replaced the… --- ## [BAT light puzzle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bat-light-puzzle/81404)
**Author:** [@Francizek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Francizek)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bat-light-puzzle/81404 "2013-09-19T22:52:43Z")
2004 Concord, 2.7, 145K. BAT light comes on when decelerating from 3000 rpm (as when passing another car). Stays on until engine is turned off for a few seconds and restarted. Alternator replaced, condition continues.… --- ## [2000 chev silverado loud electrical noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chev-silverado-loud-electrical-noise/81387)
**Author:** [@nick12345](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nick12345)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chev-silverado-loud-electrical-noise/81387 "2013-09-19T22:09:50Z")
So I changed my plugs and wires on my truck a few days ago and now every time I turn my key on a loud electrical noise comes from theengine. I thought it was the front right plug so I changed it. That went great for one … --- ## [2010 Fusion Hybrid Brake Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fusion-hybrid-brake-issues/81390)
**Author:** [@ToStupidtoretireguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToStupidtoretireguy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fusion-hybrid-brake-issues/81390 "2013-09-19T16:27:17Z")
I have a 2010 Fusion Hybrid. The rear brakes are shot after 70K, but the fronts have 80% left. Id there anything unique about this hybrid that would cause this, or should I look elsewhere for this unusual wear pattern. … --- ## [Dealer charged $740 to replace rear sway bar, links, bushings & side cradles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-charged-740-to-replace-rear-sway-bar-links-bushings-side-cradles/81352)
**Author:** [@kendricko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kendricko)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-charged-740-to-replace-rear-sway-bar-links-bushings-side-cradles/81352 "2013-09-19T13:33:22Z")
We bought my mother a pre-owned 2009 Toyota Camry (30,000 miles) in 2011. She's been "saving" it parked in garage since then. Instructed her to take it for a drive once a month and she's taken it out maybe 4 tines and 1 … --- ## [Keeping settings while replacing battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-settings-while-replacing-battery/81382)
**Author:** [@HiTechHiTouch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HiTechHiTouch)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keeping-settings-while-replacing-battery/81382 "2013-09-19T09:52:56Z")
Time to replace the OEM battery on my 2010 Escort. I realize that if I disconnect the battery, all the on-board computers, PCM, radio, etc will loose their memory. So, can I keep power flowing by connecting a charger … --- ## [Slight RPM drop during cold weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-rpm-drop-during-cold-weather/81392)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 7:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slight-rpm-drop-during-cold-weather/81392 "2013-09-19T07:49:37Z")
I have a 2000 Corolla CE with 51k miles (bought a couple of months ago). It ran perfectly during the hot weather (75-80F) and it idles around 650rpm-670rpm. These couple of weeks, there have been very cold weather (60… --- ## [Exhaust Repair Materials](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-repair-materials/81366)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-repair-materials/81366 "2013-09-19T06:12:30Z")
Can anyone recommend a good exhaust repair substance? I know it will be just a temporary fix, but I don't know how much longer I intend to keep my old heap anyway. Muffler bandages are really ineffective because leaks al… --- ## [Bmw x3 versus toyota highlander hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-x3-versus-toyota-highlander-hybrid/81400)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-x3-versus-toyota-highlander-hybrid/81400 "2013-09-19T05:26:55Z")
Looking to buy a used bmw x3 (75K miles) 2006 model versus a toyota highlander limited hybrid 2010 with 65K miles. The bmw is priced at 14K, while the highlander is priced at 26K. Both cars drive good, clean records. H… --- ## [96 Toyota won't start on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-toyota-wont-start-on-its-own/80830)
**Author:** [@BrenGO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrenGO)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-toyota-wont-start-on-its-own/80830 "2013-09-19T04:14:54Z")
My 96 Toyota Corolla just stopped starting. I drove it up to school. Then when I got out of class that afternoon, I got in my car, turned the ignition and nothing happened. No clicking or anything. I did not leave my … --- ## [On Board Diagnostic II for personal use](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-board-diagnostic-ii-for-personal-use/81393)
**Author:** [@CZECHMIX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CZECHMIX)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/on-board-diagnostic-ii-for-personal-use/81393 "2013-09-19T03:13:54Z")
I have a 2004 F-150 and just spent $84 on a cleaning of the throttle plate/butterfly at the intake and have the P506 code cleared! I could have done this easily myself if I had a OBD II unit. Anyone care to suggest a mo… --- ## [Right wheel clicking after very hard braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-wheel-clicking-after-very-hard-braking/81399)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-wheel-clicking-after-very-hard-braking/81399 "2013-09-19T01:39:37Z")
I have a 2000 corolla ce with 51k miles I bought recently. While going to work this morning, I had to hard brake from 50mph. The car slid several feet but came to a safe stop. Now when I'm driving, my right wheel is … --- ## [2006 Hyundai Sante Fe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sante-fe/81385)
**Author:** [@TheChicster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheChicster)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2013, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-sante-fe/81385 "2013-09-19T01:38:14Z")
Headlights will not o off no matter what the switch position. Can only get them off by pulling the fuses --- ## [Fixing rusted out cylinder to raise the hatch in the back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-rusted-out-cylinder-to-raise-the-hatch-in-the-back/81396)
**Author:** [@annielee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/annielee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2013, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-rusted-out-cylinder-to-raise-the-hatch-in-the-back/81396 "2013-09-18T23:14:54Z")
HOW DO I FIX THE RUSTED OUT CYLINDER IN THE BACK TO RAISE UP THE GLASS PORTION OF THE REAR ACCESS TO THE INSIDE OF THE CAR. THEY ARE RUSTED OFF THE GLASS PORTION AND THE METAL PART OF THE BACK.... --- ## [A new twist on frontier vs tacoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-twist-on-frontier-vs-tacoma/81353)
**Author:** [@kennedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennedy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2013, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-twist-on-frontier-vs-tacoma/81353 "2013-09-18T23:08:01Z")
I recently asked for opinions on crew cab pick ups because I was ready to trade in my trusty old reg cab ford 150. Got some answers and after awhile I went shopping. I didn't come home with either. Ford was offering near… --- ## [Stuck 4Runner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-4runner/81394)
**Author:** [@psychgreg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psychgreg)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2013, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-4runner/81394 "2013-09-18T21:31:49Z")
My 4Runner got stuck on our road which subsequently washed out and is now sunk into the gulley/road. It is perched on a boulder from below. Question is: would it be wiser to lift the car with a crane and risk damage to t… --- ## [Avoided Disaster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/avoided-disaster/81038)
**Author:** [@R2Ditto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/R2Ditto)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2013, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/avoided-disaster/81038 "2013-09-18T21:08:31Z")
We live in a college town and I always dread the return of the students in the fall. I have nothing against students except that they cause 70 percent of accidents in our community. I was on my way to town yesterday… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1730) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1732)