# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1750 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1751 --- ## [Front end vibration noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-vibration-noise/80837)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-vibration-noise/80837 "2013-08-11T18:36:54Z")
I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana, and it just started making a low buzzing vibration noise when it's in motion. tone/pitch only changes with vehicle speed, not engine RPM. It becomes noticeable at about 20 MPH. Pitch sta… --- ## [Problem in slow moving traffic!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-in-slow-moving-traffic/80848)
**Author:** [@sha007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sha007)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 9:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-in-slow-moving-traffic/80848 "2013-08-11T09:29:38Z")
hi all. i have a corolla 2011, 1.8 auto transmission GCC specified car in UAE i am facing a problem when i slow my car at a signal or traffic, before getting to complete stop. my car pushes a little bit forward before … --- ## [Ignition Issue, '98 Acura RL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-issue-98-acura-rl/80844)
**Author:** [@doctor\_k](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doctor_k)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 8:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-issue-98-acura-rl/80844 "2013-08-11T08:32:08Z")
When I insert the key, there is current to the dashboard and the steering wheel moves into position. When I try to start the car, the dashboard is illuminated- the radio comes on etc- but the starter does not engage all… --- ## [2001 Ford F150 4X4 No Power In 4X4 Range](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f150-4x4-no-power-in-4x4-range/80845)
**Author:** [@Beabumm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beabumm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 7:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f150-4x4-no-power-in-4x4-range/80845 "2013-08-11T07:51:26Z")
I have a 2001 Ford F150 4x4 Supercrew with a 5.4 ltr, my question is when I turn the 4x4 switch on there are no lights and no power to the switch, I have checked the actuator and I have checked all the fuses and relays (… --- ## [Safety Improvements in classic cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safety-improvements-in-classic-cars/80801)
**Author:** [@jmar2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmar2)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 5:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safety-improvements-in-classic-cars/80801 "2013-08-11T05:41:32Z")
If one is not interested in show competition, can drum brakes on classic cars be replaced with disc brakes or does one have to replace the entire wheel? On same topic, can an air-bag equipped steering wheel be installe… --- ## [2013 Mazda 3 iSV and iSport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mazda-3-isv-and-isport/80807)
**Author:** [@indecisive\_newbie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/indecisive_newbie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mazda-3-isv-and-isport/80807 "2013-08-11T05:23:08Z")
Hi I am trying to buy Mazda 3 and I was looking into iSV, just because it was the cheapest. I just realized that iSV does not have Skyactiv technology. iSV gives 24/33 MPG iSport gives 28/40 MPG Should I just go for … --- ## [2000 Buick Century](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century/80840)
**Author:** [@stormchaser88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stormchaser88)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-buick-century/80840 "2013-08-11T04:57:51Z")
I recently purchased a 2000 Buick Century with the 3.1 L V6. The car is in great shape and had only 60,500 miles on it when I bought it. It now has 62,000 miles. I have seen a couple of articles stating that there was a … --- ## [Dash check engine light equals 600 dollar estimate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-check-engine-light-equals-600-dollar-estimate/80833)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-check-engine-light-equals-600-dollar-estimate/80833 "2013-08-11T04:49:22Z")
hello all. I have a 98 mercury grand marquis that has a check engine light that came on. took to the ford garage and they said it needs a new gas cap because of a leak and also the filler neck is leaking. asked if this i… --- ## [71 911 To bare or not to bare that is the question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/71-911-to-bare-or-not-to-bare-that-is-the-question/77015)
**Author:** [@Maluminse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maluminse)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/71-911-to-bare-or-not-to-bare-that-is-the-question/77015 "2013-08-11T01:38:18Z")
I have a 71 911. I blew the engine in 91. Its been in a garage since. I was doing about 55mph. I looked down and both the oil sump and the oil pressure were a big fat 0!! I turned it off immediately and coasted into a ga… --- ## [Chevy Trailblazer 2003 V6 2wd...wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-trailblazer-2003-v6-2wd-wont-start/80818)
**Author:** [@seansky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seansky)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-trailblazer-2003-v6-2wd-wont-start/80818 "2013-08-11T01:15:41Z")
have an issue with my 03 trailblazer. i have the problem of no start when key turned to start position. actually nothing happens when the key is turned to start position. dash comes on when key is turned to on pos tho. t… --- ## [Alero head gasket oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alero-head-gasket-oil-leak/80832)
**Author:** [@RAMMO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RAMMO)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alero-head-gasket-oil-leak/80832 "2013-08-11T01:08:07Z")
Have a 2000 Alero. Mechanic says oil on ground is from leaking head gasket. $3000 to repair, or buy rebuilt engine for about the same. I thought head gasket leaks were into the coolant, not outside. Is this legit, in… --- ## [1999 Chevy Suburban 5.7 timing issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-suburban-5-7-timing-issues/80822)
**Author:** [@Thunder1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thunder1234)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-suburban-5-7-timing-issues/80822 "2013-08-10T22:27:54Z")
Help!! I have rebuilt my 1999 suburban w/ a 5.7 engine. I had it running and idling really good, but when I drove it and tried to accelerate it was sluggish but still wasnt bad. When I rebuit the engine I never messed ar… --- ## [2003 Saturn L200](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saturn-l200/80831)
**Author:** [@jaspn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jaspn)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saturn-l200/80831 "2013-08-10T21:12:40Z")
I had my serpentine belt changed yesterday, and since then its shifting hard and the compressor for the a/c and fan run constantly now. Any help would be great, I don't know much about cars. --- ## [2003 Subaru Forester - replace or rebuild transmission?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-replace-or-rebuild-transmission/80440)
**Author:** [@garifran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garifran)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-subaru-forester-replace-or-rebuild-transmission/80440 "2013-08-10T20:37:46Z")
Apologies if this discussion has been posted on the forum and I've missed it. I recently purchased a 2003 Subaru Forester, automatic transmission. I had my mechanic check it out and they said that the car was "one of t… --- ## [Losing electrical power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-electrical-power/80817)
**Author:** [@jdhitc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdhitc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-electrical-power/80817 "2013-08-10T20:08:49Z")
Hello: so i have an issue with my car, it is a 2004 isuzu rodeo 4wd 3.6l. So first thing first ill tell you everything that has happened to this point. a month ago i noticed i couldn't use my car charger any longer, i … --- ## [RPM needle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-needle/80823)
**Author:** [@Sonya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sonya)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-needle/80823 "2013-08-10T18:05:02Z")
What would cause my RPM needle to go all the way to the right (red zone) with no change in the engine. It most often happens the first few minutes of driving, but can happen at any time. The engine does not rev up at all… --- ## [Brake shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-shake/80819)
**Author:** [@Thundercloud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thundercloud)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-shake/80819 "2013-08-10T17:35:07Z")
I have a 2003 Lexus Rx 300. Last year I had new brakes and I think the rotors were worked on. I also got new tires on all 4 wheels. I have noticed a shake when I brake, mostly from high speeds. I just had the tires rotat… --- ## [Gmc jimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-jimmy/80821)
**Author:** [@weymaster1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weymaster1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-jimmy/80821 "2013-08-10T17:14:34Z")
i have a 1996 gmc jimmy that dies when it warms up so i took to autozone and had them put in on the computer and it came back with code P1361 what is it & how do i fix it? i can't afford a shop so please help --- ## [2005 honda civic replaced entire cooling system still overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-replaced-entire-cooling-system-still-overheating/80729)
**Author:** [@melwalkart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melwalkart)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-replaced-entire-cooling-system-still-overheating/80729 "2013-08-10T16:13:19Z")
I have a 2005 honda civic. About a month ago it started overheating. Drives Ok on the highway but heats up to the H mark almost as soon as I get off the highway. Have replaced the water pump, thermostat, radiator, flushe… --- ## [My Mechanic has given UP - Excessive Alternators and Batteries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mechanic-has-given-up-excessive-alternators-and-batteries/80804)
**Author:** [@Gardgen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gardgen)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 9:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mechanic-has-given-up-excessive-alternators-and-batteries/80804 "2013-08-10T09:34:08Z")
Over last two years have replaced a few alternators and (3?) batteries in my 2000 Solara SLE with 150,000 miles. However, In last three months I have had three additional alternators. Car wouldn't start, had it towed, … --- ## [Honda CRV valve adjustment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-valve-adjustment/80711)
**Author:** [@jkersh1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkersh1)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 7:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-valve-adjustment/80711 "2013-08-10T07:57:37Z")
The Honda dealer says our 2005 CRV is due for valve adjustment at 108,000 miles. The owners manual makes no mention of adjustment, and I would have guessed the valves were hydraulically operated, so is my service adviser… --- ## [Mazda6 2006](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda6-2006/77754)
**Author:** [@torresjp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/torresjp)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 7:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda6-2006/77754 "2013-08-10T07:57:28Z")
I have a mazda6 s 2006-v6. At a speed of 50 or above when I try to accelerate quickly the tachometer's needle jumps up to 6+ RPM's (depending on how fast I try to accelerate) but the speed of the car will not change. … --- ## [Door Panel Fabric Repair '04 Odyssey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-panel-fabric-repair-04-odyssey/80536)
**Author:** [@No-Hitter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/No-Hitter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-panel-fabric-repair-04-odyssey/80536 "2013-08-10T05:51:36Z")
Good morning, all. My Odyssey has 170K miles and is beginning to show some wear & tear. The front passenger door has some fabric (about 8"x8" area) that has pulled away from the panel. The area is from the door handle … --- ## [Ignition lock/steering column problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-lock-steering-column-problem/80816)
**Author:** [@ct22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ct22)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 5:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ignition-lock-steering-column-problem/80816 "2013-08-10T05:45:08Z")
I have a 1983 Mercedes 380 SL and the ignition key will not turn; the steering wheel will not release the key and I am at a loss as to what to do further than: tapping the ignition cartridge with a hammer, inserting key,… --- ## [98 Honda Accord Hesitates On Startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-accord-hesitates-on-startup/80639)
**Author:** [@happy8487](https://community.cartalk.com/u/happy8487)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-accord-hesitates-on-startup/80639 "2013-08-10T05:36:51Z")
In the last 2 weeks my 98 Honda Accord has started to hesitate when you start it up in the morning (or the first time for the day). It only hesitates for 2-3 seconds and catches and starts up fine the rest of the day. I … --- ## [Did I go wrong in my car choice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-go-wrong-in-my-car-choice/80744)
**Author:** [@cilevans1989](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cilevans1989)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-go-wrong-in-my-car-choice/80744 "2013-08-10T04:17:13Z")
Hi! I recently purchased a new car. I'm 23 (female) and I wanted something that would last me through graduate school in a big city. I wanted a brand new car because I could afford it after driving a really run down 2001… --- ## [Spilled VERY sour milk in car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spilled-very-sour-milk-in-car/80813)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spilled-very-sour-milk-in-car/80813 "2013-08-10T03:56:51Z")
On Sunday an 8 year old passenger put a grocery bag with a 1/2 gal milk container on the back seat of our van, which she removed on being transferred to her mother's car. Not until Tuesday did I ge in the car again. It … --- ## [Need advice on which car to lease: Acura TSX sport edition or Honda Accord V6 coupe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-which-car-to-lease-acura-tsx-sport-edition-or-honda-accord-v6-coupe/80669)
**Author:** [@Kmac5272](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kmac5272)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-on-which-car-to-lease-acura-tsx-sport-edition-or-honda-accord-v6-coupe/80669 "2013-08-10T03:39:12Z")
I'm leasing a new car and need help deciding which one. I'm between the Acura TSX special edition (V4) and the Honda accord V6 coupe. Performance, handling, luxury, and overall "sport" feel are important to me. I have a… --- ## [Can my van live forever?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-my-van-live-forever/80785)
**Author:** [@joye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joye)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-my-van-live-forever/80785 "2013-08-10T03:35:14Z")
I have a 1998 Ford Club wagon E 150 with 150,000+ miles on it. We bought it new and have meticulously maintained it over the years. It is a conversion van with a wheelchair lift for my husband's power wheelchair. We were… --- ## [90 Corolla running well then](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-corolla-running-well-then/80808)
**Author:** [@mxsurf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mxsurf)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2013, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-corolla-running-well-then/80808 "2013-08-10T03:24:07Z")
Hi guys , Tester, Keith, Rod.... '90 Corolla 4AFE - 4cyl , auto, running well...without prior symptoms, now starts (4-5 times) and idles roughly (no moisture in the air) ....seems to me to be fuel..... I know it could be… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1749) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1751)