# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1736 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1737 --- ## [Brakes and tires on 2007 BMW X3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-and-tires-on-2007-bmw-x3/81267)
**Author:** [@SamC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamC)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-and-tires-on-2007-bmw-x3/81267 "2013-09-09T21:59:04Z")
Hello, the local dealer tells me that I have 3 mm tread depth on my tires and 5 mm pads remaining on my rear brakes (2007 BMW X3). Surprisingly, the dealer says they can both be monitored for further wear. When should I… --- ## [07 Silverado, Climate Control, AC Passenger Side, Heater Driver Side Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-silverado-climate-control-ac-passenger-side-heater-driver-side-help/81268)
**Author:** [@darrenjazz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darrenjazz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-silverado-climate-control-ac-passenger-side-heater-driver-side-help/81268 "2013-09-09T21:39:04Z")
My battery was drained two nights ago, I jumped started it fine. However, the last two days, the truck has been hard to start, and battery seems low, even though the vehicle has been driven plenty. Today a new problem … --- ## [Ruined engine - nearly out of oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-engine-nearly-out-of-oil/81206)
**Author:** [@Slowmotion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Slowmotion)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ruined-engine-nearly-out-of-oil/81206 "2013-09-09T19:15:08Z")
My family and I recently took a trip in our 2000 Ford Taurus - it had around 163,000 miles but has been regularly serviced and had a valve job and header replaced. Before leaving town, we had the car serviced, including… --- ## [Mazda MPV Won't start -- pulled key out while in drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-mpv-wont-start-pulled-key-out-while-in-drive/81265)
**Author:** [@owais](https://community.cartalk.com/u/owais)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-mpv-wont-start-pulled-key-out-while-in-drive/81265 "2013-09-09T14:34:52Z")
My Mazda MPV (2000) won't start. The dashboard lights work and the headlights work so the battery is okay, but when I try and start the engine it won't even crank. The problem might be that last night I pulled the key… --- ## [Incurable BMW Idle Issue - 2 bmw repair garage stumped..help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/incurable-bmw-idle-issue-2-bmw-repair-garage-stumped-help/81218)
**Author:** [@OneChrisPBWM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OneChrisPBWM)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 7:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/incurable-bmw-idle-issue-2-bmw-repair-garage-stumped-help/81218 "2013-09-09T07:35:46Z")
I have a 2001 BMW 330I with 218,000 miles on it. When I am driving it and am slowing down and take it out of gear sometimes the car dips down to 400 or 500 rpm and the car shudders (not all the time but often) and then … --- ## [Noise in front after suspension and steering overhaul 98 Toyota Sienna](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-in-front-after-suspension-and-steering-overhaul-98-toyota-sienna/81183)
**Author:** [@JPawww](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JPawww)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 6:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-in-front-after-suspension-and-steering-overhaul-98-toyota-sienna/81183 "2013-09-09T06:41:43Z")
So I started a "quick" strut job on my mothers 98 Toyota Sienna last weekend, after many complaints about a rattling noise on the passenger side while driving on semi smooth roads. I got in and found that the CV boots we… --- ## [Advice for those seeking help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-those-seeking-help/81252)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-those-seeking-help/81252 "2013-09-09T05:23:16Z")
I am not asking for advice Rather, I am giving it If you ask a question that might be answered by flipping through the owner's manual . . . resetting a service reminder, oil viscosity, tire pressures, etc., . . . P… --- ## [Resettng anti-theft device after replacing instrument cluster](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resettng-anti-theft-device-after-replacing-instrument-cluster/81250)
**Author:** [@shilo48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shilo48)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resettng-anti-theft-device-after-replacing-instrument-cluster/81250 "2013-09-09T04:09:53Z")
We just replaced instrument cluster and turned the key to on position for 10 minutes. We waited for the anti-theft light to quit flashing and the car runs great but the anti-theft light will not go off. How can I fix thi… --- ## [2004 Chev Impala jerking upon shifting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chev-impala-jerking-upon-shifting/81262)
**Author:** [@lucious\_lips](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lucious_lips)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chev-impala-jerking-upon-shifting/81262 "2013-09-09T03:48:27Z")
My 2004 chev impala jerks upon shifting. It doesn't do it all the time and sometimes it will go for days without it happening. And sometimes it revs a little before it shifts. I've talked with a transmission mechanic … --- ## [Maxima oil consumption - time for a new car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maxima-oil-consumption-time-for-a-new-car/81224)
**Author:** [@enkessler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/enkessler)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maxima-oil-consumption-time-for-a-new-car/81224 "2013-09-09T03:33:59Z")
First of all, I know I am responsible for the damage to my engine. Scold me if you must. I have been young and dumb and negligent. Now I am trying to figure out whether given the damage already done, how long before I… --- ## [No start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start/81264)
**Author:** [@automan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/automan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start/81264 "2013-09-09T01:22:27Z")
2003 Pontiac grand am 3.4 car cranks has great fuel pressure and spark will not start when ambient temp under 75 deg without hot shot then fine the rest of day..have replaced fuel pump map sensor cam sensor air temp sens… --- ## [Brake fluid leak - help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-leak-help/81245)
**Author:** [@philllll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/philllll)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2013, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-leak-help/81245 "2013-09-09T00:08:11Z")
Have 2005 Buick Century. There is a brake fluid leak somewhere between the brake fluid reservoir and the bottom of the car. Seeking a leak-stopping fluid such as the fluid used to stop a leak in a radiator. Any help woul… --- ## [Transmission, rush hour traffic - 1st gear only?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rush-hour-traffic-1st-gear-only/81225)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 11:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-rush-hour-traffic-1st-gear-only/81225 "2013-09-08T23:34:59Z")
I have a 2000 Corolla CE 4-spd auto and I've asked this question from several mechanics and they all say they same: leave it in drive. My issue is that during my rush hour commute, I'm in a lot of bumper to bumper traf… --- ## ['06 Honda Odyssey-"battery not being charged"...help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-honda-odyssey-battery-not-being-charged-help/81258)
**Author:** [@zanelee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zanelee)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-honda-odyssey-battery-not-being-charged-help/81258 "2013-09-08T23:06:34Z")
Last night, our '06 Honda Odyssey's red "charging system indicator" light came on. I quickly looked it up in the book, as sudden red lights on our car scare me, and it said that "The battery is not being charged. Go to a… --- ## [Prius A/C can't take the heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-a-c-cant-take-the-heat/72576)
**Author:** [@dariavan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dariavan)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-a-c-cant-take-the-heat/72576 "2013-09-08T20:52:26Z")
The AC on my 2002 Prius works fine, as long as it's cool outside and I'm running it on low. As soon as I stress the system -- either it's above 75 degrees outside, or I'm running it on maximum, or driving on the highway… --- ## [Check engine light on 2002 Mazda Millenia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-2002-mazda-millenia/81256)
**Author:** [@Normee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Normee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-2002-mazda-millenia/81256 "2013-09-08T20:31:54Z")
The problem that causes the check engine light to come on cannot be traced. The diagnosis is multi engine misfire. The dealer has checked and rechecked but problem still exists. The last time my mechanic changed spark p… --- ## [88 volvo 240 wagon rattling and smoking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/88-volvo-240-wagon-rattling-and-smoking/81248)
**Author:** [@cartalk88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartalk88)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/88-volvo-240-wagon-rattling-and-smoking/81248 "2013-09-08T18:28:17Z")
i have an 88 volvo 240 wagon with 89K miles on it... it's been passed down through the family, is in great shape and is a joy to own. i have always have it serviced at the volvo dealership and recently had a bunch of wo… --- ## [Gas in the engine Triumph TR6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-in-the-engine-triumph-tr6/80727)
**Author:** [@MurphTR6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MurphTR6)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-in-the-engine-triumph-tr6/80727 "2013-09-08T16:36:08Z")
I have a 1971 Triumph TR6. After sitting through the winter the car ran very rough and eventually wouldn't start. My mechanic found almost a gallon of gas in the engine. The initial repair was replacing the Fuel pump wit… --- ## [Son Teaching Mom to Drive (anxiety issues)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/son-teaching-mom-to-drive-anxiety-issues/81195)
**Author:** [@Harland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harland)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/son-teaching-mom-to-drive-anxiety-issues/81195 "2013-09-08T16:16:56Z")
Well the title maybe a little misleading, my mom has drove, but after her car broke down years ago she never did drive for years. This year I encouraged her to buy a used car (97 Taurus), I put the work into it yet she … --- ## [Paint damage from bird droppings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-damage-from-bird-droppings/81244)
**Author:** [@macfisto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macfisto)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-damage-from-bird-droppings/81244 "2013-09-08T07:14:02Z")
Went camping last weekend. Every morning, the crows made a huge racket in the trees above us, and left a big mess on the car. The mess stayed on there 4 or 5 days in the sun before I could wash it off. It took two tri… --- ## [Remote for 2002 Sienna still worked after nearly 12 years, same battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-for-2002-sienna-still-worked-after-nearly-12-years-same-battery/81100)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/remote-for-2002-sienna-still-worked-after-nearly-12-years-same-battery/81100 "2013-09-08T05:33:17Z")
When I bought my 2002 Sienna in 2001, it came with an add-on TRW alarm system. We were given two remotes, which I only use when that TRW fires off when it should not. Today, I thought to take it to the weekly market. T… --- ## [2002 Mitsubishi Lancer Electrical Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mitsubishi-lancer-electrical-problems/81237)
**Author:** [@kd5byb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kd5byb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mitsubishi-lancer-electrical-problems/81237 "2013-09-08T03:54:29Z")
Good evening all, I'm really puzzled by the electrical issue I'm having with my wife's 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. It's got a 120,000 miles and we've owned it since new. It has had almost zero problems up until this poin… --- ## [Gotta start loving my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gotta-start-loving-my-car/81145)
**Author:** [@longprime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/longprime)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gotta-start-loving-my-car/81145 "2013-09-08T03:45:18Z")
I've never been really in luv with her. And I have really treated her badly. But she also has cost me a lot of money and frustrations. I need to repair our relationship and I start with the driver's side front door speak… --- ## [Sunvisor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunvisor/81241)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunvisor/81241 "2013-09-08T03:22:09Z")
is there anyway to adjust a sunvisor that want stay all way up.or do i just have to replace. --- ## [2006 Tuburon SE thrown rod/piston](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-tuburon-se-thrown-rod-piston/81233)
**Author:** [@SteveJackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveJackson)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-tuburon-se-thrown-rod-piston/81233 "2013-09-08T03:08:56Z")
Hi, I bought a 2006 Tiburon Se manual last month it currently has 93,000 KM (55,000 miles0... I immediately changed the oil and did a safety check the only thing that needed work was a leak in the power steering. I hav… --- ## [Tights versus pantyhose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tights-versus-pantyhose/81249)
**Author:** [@5445417](https://community.cartalk.com/u/5445417)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tights-versus-pantyhose/81249 "2013-09-08T02:18:36Z")
Today's show had a fellow that replaced his serpentine belt with a pair of his daughters tights. The car in question was a 99 Buick. He looped them from the crank pulley to the water pump. Bad Idea ! The water pump on … --- ## [2008 Kia Rio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-rio/81235)
**Author:** [@codger36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/codger36)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2013, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-kia-rio/81235 "2013-09-08T01:18:02Z")
Driver's side inside door handle failed. Cable from latch to handle snapped. Cannot find replacement cable. Kia sells the latch with cables for $178.64 plus tax. Any alternative ideas? --- ## [Gas mileage dropping on a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-dropping-on-a-2004-chevrolet-tahoe/81240)
**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2013, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-dropping-on-a-2004-chevrolet-tahoe/81240 "2013-09-07T23:58:03Z")
I have a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe 2WD with the 5.3L V8. Tahoe has 134K. At about 125K miles, I replaced air filter with a K&N, new OEM spark plugs and spark plug wires. The Tahoe has been running great and was getting nor… --- ## [40 Pictures That Show Just How Much The World Has Changed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/40-pictures-that-show-just-how-much-the-world-has-changed/81243)
**Author:** [@meaneyedcatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meaneyedcatz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2013, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/40-pictures-that-show-just-how-much-the-world-has-changed/81243 "2013-09-07T21:27:13Z")
I sure miss these things I did as a child. This world has really gotten screwed up. 40 Pictures That Show Just How Much The World Has Changed http://www.buzzfeed.com/daves4/pictures-that-show-just-how-much-the-world-… --- ## [1999 ford escort zx2 repair cost $900?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-escort-zx2-repair-cost-900/81210)
**Author:** [@FshrKing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FshrKing)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2013, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-escort-zx2-repair-cost-900/81210 "2013-09-07T19:30:56Z")
Hi, took the car into the shop for it's regular 175,000 miles maintenance check up. The total cost is $900 which includes brakes, ball joints calipers and gasket repair. Not including struts Is this a reasonable price… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1735) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1737)