# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1748 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1749 --- ## [96 explorer coolant issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-explorer-coolant-issue/80911)
**Author:** [@Takem01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Takem01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-explorer-coolant-issue/80911 "2013-08-15T04:20:11Z")
Had overheating issue with the wife (she doesn't monitor fluid levels like she should). Now you can't operate it for more than a day or two before the reservoir is super low to empty. Mechanic coolant is going into the… --- ## [Alignment needed after new tires (with previous alignment)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-needed-after-new-tires-with-previous-alignment/80898)
**Author:** [@applky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/applky)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-needed-after-new-tires-with-previous-alignment/80898 "2013-08-15T03:58:34Z")
Dear all, Background: A month ago, I had the tie rod ends replaced on my 2003 Volvo V70 T5; the mechanic said that an alignment was required to make the car driveable after this repair, so he did a 4-wheel alignment. … --- ## [Help for newbies looking to purchase used Jeep Wrangler!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-for-newbies-looking-to-purchase-used-jeep-wrangler/80897)
**Author:** [@lookingforjeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lookingforjeep)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 3:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-for-newbies-looking-to-purchase-used-jeep-wrangler/80897 "2013-08-15T03:40:45Z")
Hi!!! My husband and I are seeking help purchasing a used Jeep Wrangler for our son. He has a budget of 6000.00 dollars. We are not really car people, so we would love any help and/or advice from true car lovers. We don'… --- ## [Whoa! Coolant on the hood?!? What's going on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoa-coolant-on-the-hood-whats-going-on/80223)
**Author:** [@Stephen730](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stephen730)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 3:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoa-coolant-on-the-hood-whats-going-on/80223 "2013-08-15T03:16:14Z")
I noticed recently that I have a coolant leak in a used car that I got a few months ago. I've been driving this thing pretty regularly at this point, but I haven't noticed any overheating. The engine temp stays shy of … --- ## [2009 Caddilac CTS Power Seering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-caddilac-cts-power-seering/80907)
**Author:** [@ailimac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ailimac)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-caddilac-cts-power-seering/80907 "2013-08-15T02:45:11Z")
My 2009, 6 cylinder, 3.6, AWD Caddy CTS with 175K miles as started to have steering problems. No squealing or funny noises, just very hard to steer, at low speeds and high speeds. Ocassionally it is fine but most of th… --- ## [Cosmetic damage after hit and run - totaled? - should I NOT call insurance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cosmetic-damage-after-hit-and-run-totaled-should-i-not-call-insurance/80900)
**Author:** [@zola84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zola84)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2013, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cosmetic-damage-after-hit-and-run-totaled-should-i-not-call-insurance/80900 "2013-08-15T00:43:38Z")
My 2006 Mazda3i was hit in a Palo Alto supermarket parking lot by a driver who thoughtfully left no note. The damage includes large scratches and a dent in the door, as well as a ding in the horizontal bar (whatever it's… --- ## [Oil Pan Gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pan-gasket/80901)
**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pan-gasket/80901 "2013-08-14T23:06:09Z")
Need to replace the oil pan gasket on this vehicle. All the bolts are accesible and nothing needs to be moved out of the way to complete this job. Is it customary to put a little loctite on the bolts when torquing them d… --- ## [Dura Seal for a Lexus oilm leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dura-seal-for-a-lexus-oilm-leak/80903)
**Author:** [@dragon6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dragon6)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dura-seal-for-a-lexus-oilm-leak/80903 "2013-08-14T20:06:12Z")
2001 Lexus RX 300, 115,000 mi--has an oil leak. I was adding a high mileage additive. I know that the leak is engine oil. Should I try Dura Seal---or a similar product before I get a diagnosis?? --- ## [2000 Mercury Cougar complete ly dies to the point of getting no spark at battery post](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercury-cougar-complete-ly-dies-to-the-point-of-getting-no-spark-at-battery-post/80888)
**Author:** [@posessed\_cougar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/posessed_cougar)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercury-cougar-complete-ly-dies-to-the-point-of-getting-no-spark-at-battery-post/80888 "2013-08-14T19:23:41Z")
So this has happened twice ( a month apart ) and at very random times. One time just turning around on a dirt road all of the sudden car goes off. Open the door and the dinging noise when you door opens sort of comrs on … --- ## [Ford Mustang door panels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-mustang-door-panels/80890)
**Author:** [@GT\_Tommy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GT_Tommy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-mustang-door-panels/80890 "2013-08-14T18:23:04Z")
I have a 2005 Mustang with simulated leather door panels that have come off both doors. I know from other discussions that this is a problem in high humidity areas after several years of owning the car. Does anyone hav… --- ## [Spare tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tires/80892)
**Author:** [@nitram](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nitram)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tires/80892 "2013-08-14T16:16:01Z")
I have a 2008 Tacoma with a full sized spare tire that has never touched the pavement. There are no visible signs of deterioration & no checking. I am thinking about buying one tire with as close of a match to the spa… --- ## [Should I pay for part?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-pay-for-part/80578)
**Author:** [@Loralie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Loralie)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-pay-for-part/80578 "2013-08-14T16:14:55Z")
My mechanic said I needed a new part that cost $800. Now the work is done, and he said he the old part worked after all. I said "well, I wouldn't be paying $800 for a part you didn't use, right?" and he said "well, I can… --- ## [Best AWD or 4WD wagon or crossover SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-awd-or-4wd-wagon-or-crossover-suv/80857)
**Author:** [@bendgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bendgirl)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-awd-or-4wd-wagon-or-crossover-suv/80857 "2013-08-14T14:12:03Z")
My Geo Prizm took a crap and I'm looking to replace it. I have a budget of $10,000 and would like to get something with less then 150,000 miles on it but hopefully closer to 100,000. I've been looking at Honda CR-V's, … --- ## [Should I fix my jalopy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-my-jalopy/80806)
**Author:** [@Stewart\_King](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stewart_King)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 9:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-my-jalopy/80806 "2013-08-14T09:53:16Z")
I am the owner of a 2002 Honda Odyssey with 167000 miles on the clock. About two years ago, my automatic transmission started to give out. At first, it would refuse to go into 3rd, and so I would go in 2nd until I got up… --- ## [Can the Idle Air Control cause a kick when shifting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-idle-air-control-cause-a-kick-when-shifting/80881)
**Author:** [@Carlos\_Danger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlos_Danger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-idle-air-control-cause-a-kick-when-shifting/80881 "2013-08-14T06:52:11Z")
So I have a 2002 Kia Spectra. I know the IAC has needed replaced for a while but It hasn't really been a n issue at all until today. So last night my car's transmission started to kick when shifting gears. Mostly betwe… --- ## [2005 VW Jetta TDI - turns ove rebut won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-vw-jetta-tdi-turns-ove-rebut-wont-start/80879)
**Author:** [@K-Dub\_V-Dub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/K-Dub_V-Dub)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 6:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-vw-jetta-tdi-turns-ove-rebut-wont-start/80879 "2013-08-14T06:32:36Z")
We just drove our 2005 Jetta TDI (125k miles) from Portland to Denver area (relocated) and it ran great and has for the last 4 years. After sitting for a about a week or so as I was lining up a shop to do the timing bel… --- ## [Selling 97 Honda Accord with lots of rust and blown head gasket - how much can I get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-97-honda-accord-with-lots-of-rust-and-blown-head-gasket-how-much-can-i-get/80876)
**Author:** [@Matos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matos)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-97-honda-accord-with-lots-of-rust-and-blown-head-gasket-how-much-can-i-get/80876 "2013-08-14T04:18:24Z")
I've had this car for 13 years and I absolutely love it. It has been a great car. It has primarily been used for road trips - not for daily commuting. There is some wear and tear on both the interior and exterior but … --- ## [Air Conditioning Cuts Out, Sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-cuts-out-sometimes/80858)
**Author:** [@susanvh222](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susanvh222)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-conditioning-cuts-out-sometimes/80858 "2013-08-14T03:37:47Z")
My a/c has been cutting out (warm air coming through) intermittently. If I turn it off for a few minutes, it generally comes through nice and cold again; sometimes the cold lasts for a while and sometimes not. It can h… --- ## [Honda Civic Turns Over but Won't Start, reads "Link Error"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-turns-over-but-wont-start-reads-link-error/80878)
**Author:** [@florians](https://community.cartalk.com/u/florians)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-turns-over-but-wont-start-reads-link-error/80878 "2013-08-14T01:53:57Z")
Hello, I have a 98 1.6L Honda Civic DX with 200,000 miles and standard transmission. It was running great. Then I was going up a steep hill and it lost all power plus no rev from gas peddle. after tapping the gas it star… --- ## [Manual Transmission Noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-noises/80887)
**Author:** [@ALP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ALP)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2013, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-transmission-noises/80887 "2013-08-14T01:48:36Z")
I have a 2000 VW beetle with a fairly new clutch (2 yrs old). My boyfriend is new to a manual transmission and I can't say I know much about how it works either. A few times when he was driving he will reverse out of a p… --- ## [2004 Ford Freestar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-freestar/80882)
**Author:** [@ABQ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ABQ)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-freestar/80882 "2013-08-13T23:25:52Z")
Issue with my car : At times it starts right away at other times it may take 2 to about 4 times to get it started. the first time it did it i lock all the doors and about the 2nd turn of trying to start the car it wo… --- ## [Should Parents Send Jumper Cables To College?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-parents-send-jumper-cables-to-college/80752)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-parents-send-jumper-cables-to-college/80752 "2013-08-13T17:19:24Z")
My daughter leaves for college in a couple of weeks. She's taking her hand-me-down 01 Impala LS with her to school about 250 miles from home. Thinking back to my son's college years (and helping to keep his car running f… --- ## [Tahoe losing pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-losing-pressure/80827)
**Author:** [@MyWorldtwo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MyWorldtwo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-losing-pressure/80827 "2013-08-13T12:28:28Z")
Hi... We have a 2005 Chevy Tahoe. Been running great. Has 140,000 miles on it 80% open road. Couple of weeks ago was highway driving and noticed the coolant temp gauge went all the way down to nothing, and then back… --- ## [Water blade/squeegee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-blade-squeegee/80769)
**Author:** [@hcord13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hcord13)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 9:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-blade-squeegee/80769 "2013-08-13T09:03:56Z")
I was at my dealer the other day and I noticed that they were drying a car with a wide, flexible squeegee. Does anyone know what this is? It looked so easy to dry the car this way. I have a regular old squeegee , but … --- ## [98 Silverado losing power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-silverado-losing-power/80877)
**Author:** [@jsmith6298](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsmith6298)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 7:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-silverado-losing-power/80877 "2013-08-13T07:46:51Z")
I have a 98 Silverado, 2wd, 5 liter V-8, 180,000 miles. Occationally, my truck will lose power. Driving down the road I lose speed and cannot accelerate. When I depress the accelerator the motor does nothing. This happen… --- ## [Previa All Trac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/previa-all-trac/80824)
**Author:** [@nomatch1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nomatch1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 5:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/previa-all-trac/80824 "2013-08-13T05:52:47Z")
1993 Previa, all wheel drive makes a howling noise from the front end, all speeds, in or out of gear. Bearings have been checked for looseness and seem OK. Might it be the front trans axle or whatever mechanism they use … --- ## [1984 Diplomat will not start?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-diplomat-will-not-start/80869)
**Author:** [@carguy7766](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carguy7766)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 5:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-diplomat-will-not-start/80869 "2013-08-13T05:43:14Z")
Working on a 1984 Diplomat, 318 ci, 5.2. Changed the distributor, coil, and rotor, and still no spark. Got a new ballast resistor and can't find the old one to replace it. Got full voltage at the + side of the coil. … --- ## [New cv axle or no new cv axle, that is the question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cv-axle-or-no-new-cv-axle-that-is-the-question/80860)
**Author:** [@Dr\_O](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_O)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 4:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cv-axle-or-no-new-cv-axle-that-is-the-question/80860 "2013-08-13T04:59:08Z")
I've got a 2008 Subaru Outback with a leaky passenger-side cv axle. One mechanic will replace it for $200. Another wants to replace the driver-side one as well, even though it shows no leakage. What would you do? --- ## [1998 Corolla Check Engine Light on then off after code P0441](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-corolla-check-engine-light-on-then-off-after-code-p0441/80505)
**Author:** [@Toyoda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyoda)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-corolla-check-engine-light-on-then-off-after-code-p0441/80505 "2013-08-13T03:36:25Z")
About two weeks ago, while driving on a hot, humid summer night, the check engine light in my 1998 Toyota Corolla came on. The following day, I took it into my mechanic, who plugged it in and came up with the code P0441 … --- ## [Do I need to fix/replace my water pump?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-fix-replace-my-water-pump/80826)
**Author:** [@jasonkjlee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonkjlee)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2013, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-fix-replace-my-water-pump/80826 "2013-08-13T03:32:25Z")
My wife recently took our 2005 Toyota Camry (4 cylinder) in to the dealer for a routine oil change. There are about 101,700 miles on the car. After the oil change, they mentioned to my wife that the water pump was leakin… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1747) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1749)