# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1735 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1736 --- ## [2008 Ford Escape Hybird shutting down while driving while raining or wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-hybird-shutting-down-while-driving-while-raining-or-wet/75047)
**Author:** [@mrehak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrehak)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 9:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-hybird-shutting-down-while-driving-while-raining-or-wet/75047 "2013-09-11T09:44:22Z")
Hello, I have the above mentioned vehicle and have had 5 incidents of the vehicle shutting down on me while I am driving. A warning light (triangle with !) come on, and a message that says "Stop Safely Now", at which … --- ## [There is no undercoating!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/there-is-no-undercoating/81261)
**Author:** [@philllll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/philllll)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 9:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/there-is-no-undercoating/81261 "2013-09-11T09:05:15Z")
I just discovered the 2005 Buick Century has no undercoating. Is undercoating normally included with a new Century? Should I use high temp. black paint as an undercoating? --- ## [What caused my roof to kink near the windshield?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-my-roof-to-kink-near-the-windshield/81288)
**Author:** [@Cougarfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cougarfan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-my-roof-to-kink-near-the-windshield/81288 "2013-09-11T07:26:23Z")
I need assistance from some body men. Frame guys if you will. Is it possible for the roof of a 1996 Merury Cougar to buckle or crease from a rearend accident that has caused frame damage but no damage to the quarter p… --- ## [Stopped dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stopped-dead/81287)
**Author:** [@SanPancho](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SanPancho)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 6:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stopped-dead/81287 "2013-09-11T06:35:05Z")
While waiting at a stop light my car totally died, there were no warning lights, the car is a 2011 Subaru forester with 52,000 km. I had it pushed off the road, tried to restart it with jump cables but it would not turn … --- ## [2011 Lexus RX350 pre-owned certified chassis rust corrosion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-lexus-rx350-pre-owned-certified-chassis-rust-corrosion/81227)
**Author:** [@Lexus2001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lexus2001)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-lexus-rx350-pre-owned-certified-chassis-rust-corrosion/81227 "2013-09-11T05:44:00Z")
I have no experience in car repair or maintenance. I bought this 2011 Lexus RX350 pre-owned certified car and find there are lots of rust and corrosion underneath the car, some rust eat away superficial metal and the bol… --- ## [Windshield wipers turn on when switch is off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-turn-on-when-switch-is-off/81292)
**Author:** [@Romanov](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Romanov)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-turn-on-when-switch-is-off/81292 "2013-09-11T04:22:57Z")
My Buick LeSabre, 2000 model, has had the wiper motor replaced 3 times in an attempt to solve this problem. The multi-switch has also been replaced. The rain sensor on the windshield was disconnected after the 3 motors… --- ## [72 camper 1700cc engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/72-camper-1700cc-engine/81294)
**Author:** [@72\_popup\_camper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/72_popup_camper)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/72-camper-1700cc-engine/81294 "2013-09-11T03:41:09Z")
I am unable to remove distributor, I have loosened both bolts and the distributor turns and the engine turns over but I can not pull the distributor out. Any suggestion appreciated. --- ## [Battery Drain on 1999 Mercedes C-280](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-on-1999-mercedes-c-280/81296)
**Author:** [@drmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drmac)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-on-1999-mercedes-c-280/81296 "2013-09-11T03:38:19Z")
Early this Spring I went to start my wife's MB and the battery was dead. I jumped it and it started but since then, when I leave it setting in the garage for a couple of days the battery goes dead again. I put a new ba… --- ## [A/C not working when car is stopped (compressor only turns on for a few seconds at a time)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-not-working-when-car-is-stopped-compressor-only-turns-on-for-a-few-seconds-at-a-time/81207)
**Author:** [@crj123082](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crj123082)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-not-working-when-car-is-stopped-compressor-only-turns-on-for-a-few-seconds-at-a-time/81207 "2013-09-11T03:17:24Z")
I have a 2008 Chevy Equinox, and have had issues with the air conditioner for a while (see my other post: http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/comment/2957278#Comment\_2957278). Lately, if the car is stopped in traff… --- ## [Installing a tow hitch on a Mercedes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-a-tow-hitch-on-a-mercedes/81293)
**Author:** [@JaneWill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JaneWill)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-a-tow-hitch-on-a-mercedes/81293 "2013-09-11T03:02:13Z")
Mercedes dealership has told me I have to have them install the tow hitch on a 2009 Mercedes ML 350 instead of U-Haul because otherwise the wiring can mess up the computer in the car. Is this true? Difference in price $1… --- ## [Starting a stored car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-a-stored-car/81056)
**Author:** [@International\_Dave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/International_Dave)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2013, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-a-stored-car/81056 "2013-09-11T02:44:37Z")
My 1971 240Z has been in storage about two years, on blocks, with a fuel additive, and I'm now trying to start it up. I changed plugs, put a little oil in each cylinder, and cleaned all the electrical connections betwe… --- ## [Brake lights and cruise control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-and-cruise-control/81282)
**Author:** [@Sr\_Stan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sr_Stan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lights-and-cruise-control/81282 "2013-09-10T23:54:27Z")
I have a1994 Dodge 1500 Ram Hemi extra cab 4door. The brake lights on the bed of the truck not the high light will blink on and off and sometimes stay on the other day my son-in-law narrowed the truck and a trailer and … --- ## [99 escort 2.0L SPI SOHC Engine replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-escort-2-0l-spi-sohc-engine-replacement/74145)
**Author:** [@meff00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meff00)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-escort-2-0l-spi-sohc-engine-replacement/74145 "2013-09-10T23:17:20Z")
I have a 1999 Ford Escort 4door with the 2.0L SOHC Split Port Induction Motor. This is the VIN Code P motor and apparently these things are as rare as a UFO sighting. These are notorious for valve seat drop out and guess… --- ## [95 Buick LeSabre Stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-buick-lesabre-stalling/76467)
**Author:** [@packratman03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/packratman03)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-buick-lesabre-stalling/76467 "2013-09-10T22:22:04Z")
My 1995 LeSabre (3800 v6, 62K miles) has a stalling problem, no engine power, but still has electric. It happens randomly and intermittenly. Most times it will restart but has been increasingly difficult to restart. T… --- ## [What to do with my 2004 Civic EX w/ 240K miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-with-my-2004-civic-ex-w-240k-miles/81285)
**Author:** [@DirtyHippieBrian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DirtyHippieBrian)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-with-my-2004-civic-ex-w-240k-miles/81285 "2013-09-10T21:52:07Z")
Hello, CarTalk community. My 2004 Civic (EX, auto-transmission) is getting old, with her 240,000 mile engine. About a month ago, I started hearing a metal rattle/banging sound coming from the engine when I accelerate a… --- ## [Mapping Websites](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mapping-websites/81238)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mapping-websites/81238 "2013-09-10T17:45:57Z")
I have a turn-of-the-century Gateway computer and I'm one of the few p\[eople who still use old-fashioned dial up service (because it's cheap!). Are there any mapping websites that are plain, simple and friendly for slow … --- ## [Honda Odyssey Car Keys Work in Civic Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-car-keys-work-in-civic-car/81174)
**Author:** [@MBBucci](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MBBucci)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyssey-car-keys-work-in-civic-car/81174 "2013-09-10T16:00:23Z")
My sister unknowingly grabbed her Honda Odyssey car key and used it to start and drive her Honda Civic. She didn’t realize what she’d done until she had trouble taking the key out of the ignition after driving the Civic… --- ## [Intermediate Fuel Injector Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermediate-fuel-injector-issue/81032)
**Author:** [@Harland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harland)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermediate-fuel-injector-issue/81032 "2013-09-10T15:58:09Z")
Once again back to the ol' 92 GMC C1500 V6 that I've post on in the past. Had my Ford Escort air assembly disassembled to clean something and recieved an emergency phone call, the truck seems to start just fine so I too… --- ## [Jeep vs. Chevy and buying a car on contract](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-vs-chevy-and-buying-a-car-on-contract/81217)
**Author:** [@Harland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harland)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-vs-chevy-and-buying-a-car-on-contract/81217 "2013-09-10T15:46:55Z")
Well with my Escort gone south and still not having figured out whats wrong with my GM I've gone desperate and looked into buying from a dealership. Shopped around and came accross some nice 4x4s for under $3000 that lo… --- ## [Great cars for short people](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-cars-for-short-people/81260)
**Author:** [@francesrose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/francesrose)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 3:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/great-cars-for-short-people/81260 "2013-09-10T15:41:37Z")
So, I love my highlander.....but have a good friend who needs to buy a new car, but with these caveats...she is short, needs to use a cushion for back support, and really needs to have the seat straight up for the best s… --- ## [1998 Toyota Sienna Drive cycles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-sienna-drive-cycles/81275)
**Author:** [@t3hwisecracker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/t3hwisecracker)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-sienna-drive-cycles/81275 "2013-09-10T14:24:30Z")
1998 Toyota Sienna with 209K miles recently needed its emissions tested. When i took the vehicle into get tested it passed the emissions portion but failed the test because of the check engine light. Took the van in to… --- ## [Honda Civic A/C thermostat work-around (circa 94 models)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-a-c-thermostat-work-around-circa-94-models/81246)
**Author:** [@Larrydp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Larrydp)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 8:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-a-c-thermostat-work-around-circa-94-models/81246 "2013-09-10T08:10:11Z")
The thermostat that regulates the A/C evaporator in my 94 Civic (DX Sedan) is not functioning properly and the part has been discontinued. The A/C 'freezes' after it runs too long, then it isn't able to cool at all. C… --- ## [TCC service code on 2002 Eldorado ETC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tcc-service-code-on-2002-eldorado-etc/81272)
**Author:** [@wildwillie69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wildwillie69)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tcc-service-code-on-2002-eldorado-etc/81272 "2013-09-10T07:26:07Z")
I have a 2002 Eldorado etc, 70500 miles. with a TCC service code. Overdrive was engaging (I drove 50mph, tapped the brake, the rpms would jump about 250.) I put and other 100 miles on her and when I did the same test no … --- ## [Did not fixing the brakes on time cause more damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-not-fixing-the-brakes-on-time-cause-more-damage/81277)
**Author:** [@levansfl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/levansfl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-not-fixing-the-brakes-on-time-cause-more-damage/81277 "2013-09-10T07:14:19Z")
I took my car in to have them check the brake noise in June, and in July. Both times they told me it was fine. Today, they tell me I need an entire new rear brake job (replaced rear brake shoes, service hardware, repac… --- ## [2000 Outback won't start, then starts after sitting for a while](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-outback-wont-start-then-starts-after-sitting-for-a-while/79354)
**Author:** [@Selaine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Selaine)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-outback-wont-start-then-starts-after-sitting-for-a-while/79354 "2013-09-10T05:11:09Z")
I have a 2000 Outback Limited with 133,000 miles. I bought the car used and it has had to have a lot of maintenance. Most recently new head gaskets and radiator. Last weekend while doing errands, the car would not start,… --- ## [Horn blows when wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-blows-when-wet/81271)
**Author:** [@wildwillie69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wildwillie69)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-blows-when-wet/81271 "2013-09-10T04:34:37Z")
I've got a 93 ford 150 econo Van 310,000 miles. stearing colume ratche shaft bused a couple of years ago. Horn worked then only the airbag lite would flash on and off. Got everything from the yard, stearing wheel, air b… --- ## [High-Speed Buzzing Noise in a 2003 Honda Odyssey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-speed-buzzing-noise-in-a-2003-honda-odyssey/81251)
**Author:** [@ParrotsandPotatoes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ParrotsandPotatoes)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-speed-buzzing-noise-in-a-2003-honda-odyssey/81251 "2013-09-10T04:29:18Z")
Once the car reaches about 80 miles per hour, a buzzing/humming noise is emitted from the front of the car. I can't tell whether it's from the dashboard area or the footwell area, but it sounds like it's coming from belo… --- ## [After Oil Change at Valvoline car is stuttering when stopped and wheezing when gears are shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-oil-change-at-valvoline-car-is-stuttering-when-stopped-and-wheezing-when-gears-are-shifting/81279)
**Author:** [@Kirkcoll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirkcoll)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-oil-change-at-valvoline-car-is-stuttering-when-stopped-and-wheezing-when-gears-are-shifting/81279 "2013-09-10T03:49:11Z")
I have a 2007 Manual drive Hyundai Elantra with 98,000 miles on it. Prior to going to Valvoline (who I know are not the best oil change places) if I was parked with foot on clutch and brake there was a tinny noise comin… --- ## [Horns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horns/81189)
**Author:** [@Dave\_R](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave_R)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2013, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horns/81189 "2013-09-10T01:23:29Z")
You were ranting against extra-loud after-market horns on your last show. I must respectfully disagree. Most of my driving career I have driven small, fuel-efficient cars. I always add an extra-loud horn when these vehic… --- ## [AC stops working and starts working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-stops-working-and-starts-working/81269)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-stops-working-and-starts-working/81269 "2013-09-09T23:19:50Z")
2003 Merc. SABLE. AC works great for 1/2 hour on the highway. Then No cool air. We shut it off. An hour later and 70 miles down the road , it works again. Always cold air.. no matter where you set temp. 4 times to 3 mech… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1734) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1736)