# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1746 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1747 --- ## [Hyundai Elantra needs 6 turns of the key to start the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-needs-6-turns-of-the-key-to-start-the-car/80728)
**Author:** [@Ralphie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ralphie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-needs-6-turns-of-the-key-to-start-the-car/80728 "2013-08-19T21:22:45Z")
We have a 2007 Certified Pre-Owned Hyundai Elantra that overall we're quite happy with. Several weeks ago, the engine light came on, and after a nightmarish week (the shop put in a faulty O2 sensor, although we didn't kn… --- ## [Have we been ripped off? Check Engine Light = EGR Valve replacement & injectors "clean-up" at dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-we-been-ripped-off-check-engine-light-egr-valve-replacement-injectors-clean-up-at-dealer/80867)
**Author:** [@galeana](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galeana)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-we-been-ripped-off-check-engine-light-egr-valve-replacement-injectors-clean-up-at-dealer/80867 "2013-08-19T21:16:32Z")
Hi there! Our 2008 Equinox with roughly 90K miles showed the "service stabilitrack" warning on a Friday, next day light was still there now paired up with "check engine" light. My husband did something to the "stabilitra… --- ## [95 blazer won't go in to park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-blazer-wont-go-in-to-park/80970)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-blazer-wont-go-in-to-park/80970 "2013-08-19T19:35:49Z")
Have a 95 Chevy blazer 4wd automatic on the column. Tonight i pulled in my house put it in park and turned it off. Took my foot off the brake and it started rolling. I noticed it didn't go in to park. I tried a free time… --- ## [Frontier vs tacoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frontier-vs-tacoma/80964)
**Author:** [@kennedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennedy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 10:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frontier-vs-tacoma/80964 "2013-08-19T10:16:50Z")
In the near future I will be buying a new truck. 4 door 4wd top of the line model. What opinions do you have regarding Nissan vs Toyota? I lean a little more to the Nissan based on looks. Dealers are close for both. I cu… --- ## [G6 steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/g6-steering/80961)
**Author:** [@kennedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kennedy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/g6-steering/80961 "2013-08-19T06:28:37Z")
My son has a 05 Pontiac g6 that has been making a lot of noise coming from the steering he thinks. I haven't had a chance to hear or look at it, but I was wondering whats the worst case scenario gonna cost. I guess it ha… --- ## [Coolant resevior rubbed against drive pullys and belts. Flashing check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-resevior-rubbed-against-drive-pullys-and-belts-flashing-check-engine-light/80895)
**Author:** [@corey2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/corey2000)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 6:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-resevior-rubbed-against-drive-pullys-and-belts-flashing-check-engine-light/80895 "2013-08-19T06:20:02Z")
I stupidly did not properly replace my coolant reservoir after cleaning it. Found out today after my check engine light came on. The drive pullys rubbed against it enough to almost make a hole in the reservoir. After … --- ## [Upper Ball Joint Boot - Front](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upper-ball-joint-boot-front/80919)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upper-ball-joint-boot-front/80919 "2013-08-19T06:18:44Z")
I get told that both of the front Upper Ball Joint Boots are cracking. Replacement was recommended. It has 95k miles and never raced - 1999 LS model. Is this normal on Acura Integra's? Has double whisborne suspensi… --- ## [2009 Honda Civic Front Bumper Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-civic-front-bumper-problem/80965)
**Author:** [@Mark\_Does\_Not\_Have\_a](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark_Does_Not_Have_a)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2013, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-civic-front-bumper-problem/80965 "2013-08-19T05:26:07Z")
Does anyone have any ideas about how to fix a 2009 Honda Civic Front Bumper problem? The bumper is plastic and wraps around the front of the car to the side. I think the high school students know about a design flaw on… --- ## [xB "In Car Pool" I didn't pay for!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/xb-in-car-pool-i-didnt-pay-for/80938)
**Author:** [@jollygreen159](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jollygreen159)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/xb-in-car-pool-i-didnt-pay-for/80938 "2013-08-18T21:53:34Z")
I have a 2005 Scion xB. I have been getting a wet floorboard. I didn't notice it (because of my rubber mats) for about a week, when I got mold and smell. The passengers side floorboard in both front and back is wet. … --- ## [99 Saturn SW2, trouble starting, rough stops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-saturn-sw2-trouble-starting-rough-stops/80963)
**Author:** [@Jythie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jythie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-saturn-sw2-trouble-starting-rough-stops/80963 "2013-08-18T21:44:02Z")
Hey all, Bit of a car newbie here. I have few delusions about being able to fix this myself but I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction for a better understanding of what is going on. Anyway! So … --- ## [My New-Used car's new a/c expenses. Do I fight or pay up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-used-cars-new-a-c-expenses-do-i-fight-or-pay-up/80954)
**Author:** [@wheelfelloff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wheelfelloff)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-used-cars-new-a-c-expenses-do-i-fight-or-pay-up/80954 "2013-08-18T21:36:30Z")
I bought the car on Thursday. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 103,000 miles. The car was in the shop on Monday after the air was not cold. A week later the guy told me he could not find the leak that he topped off the freon. No … --- ## [Blown Headgasket replace or start shopping for a new vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-headgasket-replace-or-start-shopping-for-a-new-vehicle/80905)
**Author:** [@Jeremymm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeremymm)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blown-headgasket-replace-or-start-shopping-for-a-new-vehicle/80905 "2013-08-18T19:12:11Z")
Hi All, 1994 Toyota pickup 4cly. Was running hot for 4 months or so until I replaced the thermostat. Car ran fine for about 2 more months, then started running hot again and I noticed that I was loosing coolant at a ve… --- ## [2001 Toyota Solara - Replace Convertible Top?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-replace-convertible-top/80939)
**Author:** [@njcarowner61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njcarowner61)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-solara-replace-convertible-top/80939 "2013-08-18T19:03:35Z")
My 2001 Solara's roof just lost its rear window, shattered as it fell thru. Repairman pointed out where at the base of the soft-top it is pulling away from the vehicle. He quoted me $1,895 all included to replace the roo… --- ## [Michelin defender tire for my 2001 toyota camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/michelin-defender-tire-for-my-2001-toyota-camry/80899)
**Author:** [@abelmjackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abelmjackson)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/michelin-defender-tire-for-my-2001-toyota-camry/80899 "2013-08-18T18:55:43Z")
I need to put a michelin defender tire on my 2001 toyota camry. Some car service in Toronto demand that I need to head off to a H rated tire or the guarantee might be invalid and void! I have never had an issue with any … --- ## [Check engine light on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu LS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-1998-chevrolet-malibu-ls/80096)
**Author:** [@Craig\_M\_Ogg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Craig_M_Ogg)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-1998-chevrolet-malibu-ls/80096 "2013-08-18T18:08:30Z")
After filling the gas tank yesterday, as I was on my way to work, the check engine light came on. Please keep in mind I live in Vegas, and, for the last couple of days the temperatures outside have reached 118 degrees. I… --- ## [Introduction of pre-mix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction-of-pre-mix/80921)
**Author:** [@Wolfus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wolfus)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/introduction-of-pre-mix/80921 "2013-08-18T16:27:12Z")
Does anyone know when Prestone was 1st available as pre-mix? --- ## [Winching a jeep 100 feet straight down off a cliff](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winching-a-jeep-100-feet-straight-down-off-a-cliff/80914)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/winching-a-jeep-100-feet-straight-down-off-a-cliff/80914 "2013-08-18T06:13:18Z")
I'm reading this book "The Monkey Wrench Gang" and in one part the protagonist is trapped with his 4WD jeep on the rim of a 100 foot cliff, no way to get away, with bad guys w/guns approaching from below. So he ties t… --- ## [Strange Brake Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-brake-noise/80953)
**Author:** [@Spiderwoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spiderwoman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-brake-noise/80953 "2013-08-18T06:03:16Z")
Hello All!! I'm new to this site and seeking some advice/help. I have a 1997 Subaru Legacy sedan with a 2.2L engine with AWD. When I step on the brakes I hear a ratcheting type of sound and feel pulsations in the brake… --- ## [A/C vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-vents/80948)
**Author:** [@Sebring\_Sam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sebring_Sam)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2013, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-vents/80948 "2013-08-18T03:21:28Z")
My air conditioning no longer blows through the vents. It blows cold air on the floor and windshield, but it stopped blowing through the vents-having never turned the selector dial. I just got in one day and it's not w… --- ## [Leaky Ford Escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-ford-escape/80558)
**Author:** [@caleb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caleb)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-ford-escape/80558 "2013-08-17T23:13:53Z")
I have a 2010 Ford Escape. A year ago I noticed that after a heavy rainfall, significant moisture would collect on the INSIDE of the windshield, right above each air vent. It got so bad that the both the driver and passe… --- ## [Motor vs. Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-vs-engine/80883)
**Author:** [@2515129](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2515129)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-vs-engine/80883 "2013-08-17T21:00:43Z")
We're having a little friendly disagreement among some friends. Some say that you can refer to a car's power plant as the "motor", others insist that it is the "engine". I'm in the "engine" camp. Motors are little things… --- ## [Sticky clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch/80925)
**Author:** [@Giantsbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Giantsbob)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch/80925 "2013-08-17T17:03:28Z")
1988 Acura Legend, 2.7L 6 cyl., 181,000 miles only do 6,500 miles a year to train station, parked inside, runs great. Last week parked out in hot sun, '90s, for 8 hours. At first, no problem. When did errand and retur… --- ## [2000 Protege single "clunk" when turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-protege-single-clunk-when-turning/80952)
**Author:** [@notsohandyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/notsohandyman)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 10:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-protege-single-clunk-when-turning/80952 "2013-08-17T10:04:50Z")
History: I replaced both front struts, both front wheel bearings, and both sway links on my 2000 Mazda Protege. 130k, so it needed all. The repair went well, no problems. New problem. When I test-drove the car, it … --- ## [Nissan Sentra 1993 Intermittent Starting Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-1993-intermittent-starting-problems/80946)
**Author:** [@divaadore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/divaadore)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-1993-intermittent-starting-problems/80946 "2013-08-17T05:59:19Z")
I own a 1993 Nissan Sentra (2 dr, SE, red:-). I've owned it for 17 years and has been a fantastic car...until March of this year when I had to replace the transmission at odometer reading of 121,xxx. Everything has bee… --- ## [2003 Cavalier Front End Squeaks - The faster I go, the faster it squeaks!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-front-end-squeaks-the-faster-i-go-the-faster-it-squeaks/80945)
**Author:** [@Acce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acce)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-front-end-squeaks-the-faster-i-go-the-faster-it-squeaks/80945 "2013-08-17T04:44:41Z")
I recently bought an 2003 manual transmission Cavalier which looks and drives great, albeit for one (hopefully minor) issue: The front end repetitively squeaks like a squeaky toy (does not sound like metal-on-metal) wh… --- ## [1997 Pontiac Sunfire GT bank 1 too rich](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-pontiac-sunfire-gt-bank-1-too-rich/79783)
**Author:** [@Silverd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Silverd)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-pontiac-sunfire-gt-bank-1-too-rich/79783 "2013-08-17T04:30:20Z")
This has been driving me nuts. My daughter's car has the 2.4l 4. I've replaced everything over the years including both O2s, injectors, MAP, TPS, fuel regulator and plugs. I even had to replace the Cat because she tried … --- ## [Weird crushing can noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-crushing-can-noise/80943)
**Author:** [@kekebe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kekebe)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-crushing-can-noise/80943 "2013-08-17T03:47:38Z")
When I turn the wheel sharply to back out of the driveway and then straighten up, I hear a noise similar to crushing an aluminum can. It is a high, tinny noise coming from the passenger front. When it first happened, I … --- ## [Selling a 1996 Mercury Grand Marquis with Low, Low miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-1996-mercury-grand-marquis-with-low-low-miles/80854)
**Author:** [@1996Car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1996Car)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2013, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-1996-mercury-grand-marquis-with-low-low-miles/80854 "2013-08-17T00:11:17Z")
A family friend in FL gave us her car when she passed away 3 years ago. It had only 6500 miles and was kept in a carpeted garage. Not joking here. Our teens have driven it and it now has only 15,000 miles. The body i… --- ## [Gas savings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-savings/80896)
**Author:** [@hcord13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hcord13)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-savings/80896 "2013-08-16T22:50:52Z")
I can drive approximately 530 miles on a full tank on my 2013 Accord Sport. My old SUV got me around 275 miles. I drive around 10-12k miles a year. What would be my average monthly savings if gas stays around $3.50/gallo… --- ## [2003 chevy trailblazer misfiring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-trailblazer-misfiring/80874)
**Author:** [@zippywonder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zippywonder)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2013, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-trailblazer-misfiring/80874 "2013-08-16T21:15:15Z")
My trailblazer started with the spitting and sputtering (misfiring) last week. Over 100,000 miles on it, ya, in need of a tune up. So for obvious reasons new spark plugs seemed to be the logical choice. If it wasn't the… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1745) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1747)