# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1745 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1746 --- ## [AT Fluid Suffix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-fluid-suffix/81001)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 5:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-fluid-suffix/81001 "2013-08-22T05:09:21Z")
The owner's manual for my 1992 Buick Century tells me to use DEXRON 2E auto trans fluid. I found some old, unopened cans of Kendall AT fluid in my garage. I think they date back to when my wife had a 1974 Dodge. The can… --- ## [Car radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio/80998)
**Author:** [@jerrymon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jerrymon)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio/80998 "2013-08-22T04:58:43Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Avalon. The radio will not come on if the temperature is 40 degrees or below. I have to turn on the heater for several minutes and then it will come on fine. WTH? This have been going on for years. … --- ## [Brokers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brokers/80968)
**Author:** [@Flybaby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flybaby)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brokers/80968 "2013-08-22T04:04:58Z")
Is there any advantage to using a broker vs a dealer? Cheaper? Quicker? Less hassle? Will using a broker place you at a disadvantage when going to the dealer for service? --- ## [Quit texting if you're driving a scooter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quit-texting-if-youre-driving-a-scooter/80984)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2013, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quit-texting-if-youre-driving-a-scooter/80984 "2013-08-22T02:00:02Z")
Couldn't believe it. Coming back from the store tonight a kid on a scooter with no helmet sitting there behind me texting on his phone at the stop light. Then continued to check for messages and text after the light ch… --- ## [1999 Buick bad fuel gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-bad-fuel-gauge/80918)
**Author:** [@dabro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dabro)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-buick-bad-fuel-gauge/80918 "2013-08-21T20:59:35Z")
I inherited a 1999 Buick Park Avenue from my mother (120,000 miles). For a while the fuel gauge acted properly, but then suddenly it began to be erratic at about 1/4 of a tank -- sometimes dropping to zero, sometimes go… --- ## [Goodbye, Crown Vic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goodbye-crown-vic/80893)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goodbye-crown-vic/80893 "2013-08-21T20:41:53Z")
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/14/us/near-retirement-crown-vic-sparks-officers-nostalgia.html?hp --- ## [Muffler patch kits - do they work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muffler-patch-kits-do-they-work/80988)
**Author:** [@Gord777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gord777)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 7:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muffler-patch-kits-do-they-work/80988 "2013-08-21T07:22:28Z")
I have a 1998 Honda Si with 253,000 Km (~165,000m). Mechanic tells me I have a pinhole in the muffler and exhaust manifold. Starting to sound a little rough. Don't really want to put $ into her. Do these kits work? I… --- ## [2004 Chevy Cavailier won't start right after filling up with gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-cavailier-wont-start-right-after-filling-up-with-gas/80980)
**Author:** [@annschevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/annschevy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 7:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-cavailier-wont-start-right-after-filling-up-with-gas/80980 "2013-08-21T07:09:34Z")
Car won't start after filling up with gas. I have tried a new fuel filter, new gas tank cap, checked for pressure on fuel pump. We have gotten it to start (but barely) when either hit gas tank with hammer or shake the ba… --- ## [Antique/Classic car info for newbies?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-classic-car-info-for-newbies/80975)
**Author:** [@Tigg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tigg)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-classic-car-info-for-newbies/80975 "2013-08-21T05:37:12Z")
I'm interested in getting an antique or possibly classic car but have not been able to find a guide with pictures (preferably also information on typical prices for project cars and availability of parts). Does anyone kn… --- ## [2012 camry le](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-camry-le/80991)
**Author:** [@nitram](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nitram)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-camry-le/80991 "2013-08-21T04:24:48Z")
Nearly new Camry with 9,000 miles. When trying to get back up to speed after making right or left turns, there is a definite hesitation before accelerating. No hesitation when accelerating from a dead stop. Also trans… --- ## [2007 Honda Odyssey Baffles 2 mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-baffles-2-mechanics/80956)
**Author:** [@mom4boys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mom4boys)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-baffles-2-mechanics/80956 "2013-08-21T04:02:20Z")
Mid- july I had the compressor rebuilt when the A/C suddenly started blowing warm air one week prior to a 1200 mile road trip. Two weeks later the car wouldn't start. The battery (still under warranty) checked out as … --- ## [How Long to Drive Car Before Bringing It to be Inspected?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-drive-car-before-bringing-it-to-be-inspected/80979)
**Author:** [@PJSPJS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PJSPJS)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-to-drive-car-before-bringing-it-to-be-inspected/80979 "2013-08-21T03:32:58Z")
I've heard that if you run your car for a while there's a better chance of passing the emissions test on a state inspection. How long should it be run? An hour on the highway? Just 15 minutes around town? We have an old … --- ## [Spontaneous disintegration of car window?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spontaneous-disintegration-of-car-window/80935)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spontaneous-disintegration-of-car-window/80935 "2013-08-21T03:14:32Z")
The passenger window broke into thousands of crumbles while driving at 55 MPH in a rural area. The sight and sound were quite a shock. I was 60 miles from home. I called 911 and a county officer was there quickly. He s… --- ## [2006 GMC Envoy - check engine light for clutch heater](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-envoy-check-engine-light-for-clutch-heater/80993)
**Author:** [@lhart8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lhart8)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2013, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-envoy-check-engine-light-for-clutch-heater/80993 "2013-08-21T00:34:38Z")
Two weeks ago A/C was slow to cool down on and blowing warm air for several minutes; works fine since then. One week ago, check engine light came on. At the dealership now, they say it the check engine light is for the… --- ## [Leslie's husband doesn't like the way she parks: Husband may have a point](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leslies-husband-doesnt-like-the-way-she-parks-husband-may-have-a-point/80957)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leslies-husband-doesnt-like-the-way-she-parks-husband-may-have-a-point/80957 "2013-08-20T19:40:23Z")
Last week's show, Leslie w/a Honda Accord, she says her husband doesn’t like the way she parks. She doesn’t straighten the steering wheel, and he says this throws the car out of alignment, and “puts strain on joint conne… --- ## [Want those hazy yellow headlights cleaned in seconds? Cheap and easy! Few minutes!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-those-hazy-yellow-headlights-cleaned-in-seconds-cheap-and-easy-few-minutes/80940)
**Author:** [@togwarrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/togwarrior)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-those-hazy-yellow-headlights-cleaned-in-seconds-cheap-and-easy-few-minutes/80940 "2013-08-20T17:42:10Z")
Forget those Kits, forget the sanding, forget the polishes. This Works and works quick! I found out that Silicone spray (ya, the lubricant) sprayed onto a rag (soaked, really soak it, it evaporates very quickly) and r… --- ## [IAC Cleaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iac-cleaning/80950)
**Author:** [@Harland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harland)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/iac-cleaning/80950 "2013-08-20T15:39:53Z")
Well started to get rough idle and some acceleration issues in Escort, changed PCV (figured worth a shot) and it helped a little but it's gotten worse again so aiming at IAC. So I've read mixed reviews on how to clean t… --- ## [Need a title for my magazine feature](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-title-for-my-magazine-feature/80937)
**Author:** [@Firebird\_Sprinter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Firebird_Sprinter)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-title-for-my-magazine-feature/80937 "2013-08-20T13:14:59Z")
Hello all, I've just joined and intend to become an involved member of this community. First however, I have a favor to ask. I am a writer and have just been tasked with writing a monthly feature for a local magazine… --- ## [2006 Ford Focus: Air Bag light on, cannot display trouble code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-focus-air-bag-light-on-cannot-display-trouble-code/80985)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-focus-air-bag-light-on-cannot-display-trouble-code/80985 "2013-08-20T07:38:35Z")
I have a 2006 Ford Focus with side air bags in addition to the front air bags and heated driver and passenger seats. The air bag light has been on and off for the last 6 months or so, but now it is on continuously. Throu… --- ## [Electrical Problems 2001 Chevy Prizm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-2001-chevy-prizm/80986)
**Author:** [@PCWM13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PCWM13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problems-2001-chevy-prizm/80986 "2013-08-20T07:02:56Z")
I replaced the drivers seat in my 2001 Chevy Prizm tonight. After that the car died when I put it into drive from park. Also the ac was making a humming noise. The car also died when I turned on the turn signals. This is… --- ## [Need a new SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-suv/80951)
**Author:** [@search](https://community.cartalk.com/u/search)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 6:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-suv/80951 "2013-08-20T06:54:49Z")
I am replacing an ancient Jeep Cherokee. All seats except the driver's have been removed to increase space. For search and rescue, I need 4-wheel drive and space for three bloodhounds. Dependability is a big factor. S… --- ## [2003 Lincoln LS V8 Cooling Fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-v8-cooling-fan/80977)
**Author:** [@Michael\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael_B)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-v8-cooling-fan/80977 "2013-08-20T06:25:01Z")
My Lincoln engine / coolant fan is running high about 90% of the time but the car is not overheating or heating up prior to the fan issue. This is a new situation. I'm trying to avoid a $1200.00 new fan purchase ( it onl… --- ## [Chevy 2008 impala Oil leak at the robber hose crimp point to the metal end at the oil cooler unit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-2008-impala-oil-leak-at-the-robber-hose-crimp-point-to-the-metal-end-at-the-oil-cooler-unit/80967)
**Author:** [@maxzi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maxzi)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 5:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-2008-impala-oil-leak-at-the-robber-hose-crimp-point-to-the-metal-end-at-the-oil-cooler-unit/80967 "2013-08-20T05:47:59Z")
my mom's car is a 2008 chevy impala police car. This police car has an extra oil cooler unit. the rubber hose is leaking oil right at the point where the rubber is crimped to the metal end connection nut. since this is… --- ## ['04 Honda Civic tail-light issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-honda-civic-tail-light-issues/80976)
**Author:** [@cron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cron)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-honda-civic-tail-light-issues/80976 "2013-08-20T04:53:27Z")
Brake lights and rear turn-signals work, tail-lights and license plate light do not. Fuse not issue. Might I have dislodged or otherwise damaged wire putting 8' lumber through trunk and over flipped down back seat? Any e… --- ## [Jack McCornack's 100 MPG DIY sports car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jack-mccornacks-100-mpg-diy-sports-car/80958)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jack-mccornacks-100-mpg-diy-sports-car/80958 "2013-08-20T04:33:31Z")
I first read about this guy a few years ago and have been following his blog as he develops a 100 mpg sports car using a small diesel Kubota tractor engine. I have no personal connection to Jack nor his company; just sha… --- ## [1989 Chevy Pickup fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-chevy-pickup-fuel-pump/80981)
**Author:** [@Jamez67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jamez67)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-chevy-pickup-fuel-pump/80981 "2013-08-20T03:55:13Z")
1989 Chevy Pickup C1500 5.7L engine. I have put three new fuel pumps in and they run but no fuel comes out at the pump. Any help would be appreciated. --- ## [2003 Jetta Timing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jetta-timing/80894)
**Author:** [@Kashka11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kashka11)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jetta-timing/80894 "2013-08-20T03:30:25Z")
I am setting the timing and want to know if the belt must be on when setting the timing. Or can I line up the top and the bottom independently. The reason I ask is that I adjusted them both with the belt on, but when I w… --- ## [2000 gmc sierra with 480le transmission reluctant to shift down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-sierra-with-480le-transmission-reluctant-to-shift-down/80933)
**Author:** [@sixty6chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sixty6chevy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-sierra-with-480le-transmission-reluctant-to-shift-down/80933 "2013-08-20T02:50:36Z")
Driving at cruising speed in 3 or D, encounter a hill and the truck shudders and bucks in same gear... then will finally downshift and everything is fine. The high miles 232k may be the issue of course. But does this t… --- ## [Unknown wheel noise - '99 GMC Sierra 1500 2wd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-wheel-noise-99-gmc-sierra-1500-2wd/80927)
**Author:** [@architectureofchange](https://community.cartalk.com/u/architectureofchange)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-wheel-noise-99-gmc-sierra-1500-2wd/80927 "2013-08-20T00:52:48Z")
Concerning my recently purchased '99 GMC Sierra 1500 2wd 4.8L... There is a seemingly undiagnosable, not that noticeable, rubbing noise that seems to come from the front passenger wheel - one rub for every revolution o… --- ## [PCV Valves on Honda - how often replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pcv-valves-on-honda-how-often-replace/80962)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pcv-valves-on-honda-how-often-replace/80962 "2013-08-19T22:04:33Z")
I did replace the PCV valve - believe it is the first time replacement for this 1999 model car. Initially I thought that old one was blocked. After replacing it, I played around and I see it is working. Not sure the … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1744) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1746)