# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1758 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1759 --- ## [Owner's manual for 1998 VW Golf Cabriolet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owners-manual-for-1998-vw-golf-cabriolet/80602)
**Author:** [@njpaddler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njpaddler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owners-manual-for-1998-vw-golf-cabriolet/80602 "2013-07-28T22:57:16Z")
I'm looking for an Owner's manual for 1998 VW Golf Cabriolet. Does anybody have any liks to a PDF ? --- ## [Cranks but Doesn't Restart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cranks-but-doesnt-restart/80570)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cranks-but-doesnt-restart/80570 "2013-07-28T22:33:44Z")
I just had the crank sensor replaced in my 1992 Buick Century (3.3L V6) because of abrupt hesitation and failure to restart. Because I had the sensor replaced twice before (10 years ago & 6 years ago), I recognized the s… --- ## [UPDATE 1989 Firebird Formula, no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-1989-firebird-formula-no-start/80376)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-1989-firebird-formula-no-start/80376 "2013-07-28T22:00:55Z")
You may remember this earlier thread from a couple of weeks ago. http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2293055/what-does-the-vats-system-control-on-an-89-pontiac-firebird-formula#latest After scratching our collect… --- ## [Shifting from first to second in Ghia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-from-first-to-second-in-ghia/80592)
**Author:** [@Jerseyboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jerseyboy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-from-first-to-second-in-ghia/80592 "2013-07-28T21:20:18Z")
Just bought a Karmann Ghia after owning a Beetle for several years. I like the car but have a problem. Having a difficult time smoothly shifting from first to second when turning left. No problems other times, just on l… --- ## [1994 Saturn SW2 Overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-saturn-sw2-overheating/80593)
**Author:** [@cathy.thomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cathy.thomas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-saturn-sw2-overheating/80593 "2013-07-28T20:47:11Z")
Hi all- have a 1994 saturn SW2 120k miles. On drives more than 20miles, car overheats. Already replaced radiator, thermostat, fan, radiator hoses, water pump, coolant resevoir and cap. Coolant is clear, not milky. Che… --- ## [Break music - pink cadillac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/break-music-pink-cadillac/80574)
**Author:** [@PINK\_CADILLAC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PINK_CADILLAC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/break-music-pink-cadillac/80574 "2013-07-28T18:25:32Z")
Does anyone know where I can get the break music/lyrics/recording of "Pink Cadillac" used in an archive show broadcast today (Sat., 7/27/13 on WNED,Buffalo)? It is a bluegrass/swing version, not the Bruce Springsteen/Na… --- ## [Check Brake Light 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander ES](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-brake-light-2010-mitsubishi-outlander-es/80481)
**Author:** [@mcab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcab)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-brake-light-2010-mitsubishi-outlander-es/80481 "2013-07-28T17:44:58Z")
Hi everyone! On three separate occasions, while driving, my check brake warning light has come on. When I brake, it immediately turns back off. On the second occasion it came back on about a minute later, but again, turn… --- ## ['02 Impala 3.4L, 170.3k: Sudden NO-START yesterday morning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-170-3k-sudden-no-start-yesterday-morning/80591)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-impala-3-4l-170-3k-sudden-no-start-yesterday-morning/80591 "2013-07-28T16:33:16Z")
'02 Impala 3.4L, 170.3k: Sudden NO-START yesterday morning Bought this car brand new in 2002. All original parts except battery, intake gaskets (of course), plugs, wires, radiator and hoses, coolant level sensor, brak… --- ## [Please help me learn about this car/motorcycle!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-learn-about-this-car-motorcycle/80487)
**Author:** [@Kitty239](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kitty239)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 10:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-learn-about-this-car-motorcycle/80487 "2013-07-28T10:26:06Z")
Hi, everyone. I wanted to ask does know what a 1970s Carabella looks like? Does anyone know if it is a car or a motorcycle? I've found no information on the thing so far. --- ## [New car recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-recommendations/80515)
**Author:** [@TinaS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TinaS)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 9:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-recommendations/80515 "2013-07-28T09:47:25Z")
My husband just totaled my 2000 Acura TL. I drove that car for 13 years, and it had almost 200,000 miles on it. I loved that car! Just the right amount of pick up and speed. I'm in the market for a brand new car, and… --- ## [The dent that came to dinner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dent-that-came-to-dinner/80494)
**Author:** [@techniptionfit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/techniptionfit)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-dent-that-came-to-dinner/80494 "2013-07-28T07:23:50Z")
97 lesabre. it bottomed out and now wont go forward or back. dent in tranny pan. could this cause a bad tranny or symptoms of? --- ## [Sun roof](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sun-roof/80585)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sun-roof/80585 "2013-07-28T05:36:28Z")
I have a 2007 nissan Altima and the sun roof is not working. It does not go back when you press the button. The vent will go up when you press the vent button on the sunroof but the sunroof itself will not go back. Can… --- ## [Altitude affects on mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/altitude-affects-on-mileage/80569)
**Author:** [@seniors\_discount](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seniors_discount)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/altitude-affects-on-mileage/80569 "2013-07-28T05:21:13Z")
We have a a higher elevation area to drive to here. When we drive up there the mileage increases dramatically. I have tried it 3 times to confirm it is not my imagination. Any ideas of how to make our 2007 Durango think … --- ## [16.5" rims on my motorhome](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-5-rims-on-my-motorhome/80564)
**Author:** [@youngomar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/youngomar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-5-rims-on-my-motorhome/80564 "2013-07-28T05:06:19Z")
I have a 1973 GMC motorhome- the one with the 455 olds engine and front wheel drive. It's time for me to buy new tires and that means 7 of them. My rims are original, and that means 16.5 inch rims. So I have a couple of … --- ## [Pickup Trucks and Transmissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-trucks-and-transmissions/80538)
**Author:** [@TuckP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TuckP)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-trucks-and-transmissions/80538 "2013-07-28T04:32:32Z")
Hi folks, hoping for some more good advice... Owned several truck/SUV's back in the '80's and '90's, all but one had a manual transmission and worked great. The last one was a '95 Chevy Blazer with an auto and I was alwa… --- ## [2006 Pontiac G6 Front End Ringy-Grinding Noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-front-end-ringy-grinding-noises/80588)
**Author:** [@azvolpe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/azvolpe)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-front-end-ringy-grinding-noises/80588 "2013-07-28T04:28:06Z")
I've been hearing a rhythmic, metallic ringy grinding noise coming from the driver side front end of the car that seems to be in time with wheel rotation. It happens between 5 and 40mph, worsens while the steering wheel … --- ## [Scraping sound from rear of vehicle when turning slow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-sound-from-rear-of-vehicle-when-turning-slow/80568)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-sound-from-rear-of-vehicle-when-turning-slow/80568 "2013-07-28T03:56:15Z")
70's Ford 4x4 truck. I'm getting a very noticeable --- but intermittent, doesn't happen every time -- metallic scraping sound when turning right at slow speeds. Coming from the rear of the vehicle. Like in neighborh… --- ## [2005 Subaru 2.5 Limited Outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-2-5-limited-outback/80567)
**Author:** [@YYYIIIII](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YYYIIIII)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-2-5-limited-outback/80567 "2013-07-28T02:56:40Z")
If I drive my Outback for over an hour, when I make sharp turns at a low speed in a parking lot my front end doesn't seem to turn right. As a I turn it seems like maybe the front differential is not working right, both … --- ## [Dashboard foam insulation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-foam-insulation/80562)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-foam-insulation/80562 "2013-07-28T02:38:41Z")
I have a 2003 Accord EX that I purchased new. Have 130,000 miles. Recently, AC started blowing foam pieces out through the vents when blower fan is on - any speed Large pieces a nuisance, smaller particles could be a rea… --- ## [My Saturn won't start....it's complicated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saturn-wont-start-its-complicated/80575)
**Author:** [@Heartbern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Heartbern)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-saturn-wont-start-its-complicated/80575 "2013-07-27T22:41:19Z")
Bought a 2001 Saturn SL2 a couple of years ago. I love it except for one thing. It won't start. Actually the problem was that periodically would not start. I had the mechanic check the connections to the starter and it w… --- ## [2003 Monte Carlo makes popping sound only turning right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-monte-carlo-makes-popping-sound-only-turning-right/80581)
**Author:** [@HappyJac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HappyJac)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-monte-carlo-makes-popping-sound-only-turning-right/80581 "2013-07-27T21:15:21Z")
I found a steal of a car for my son, a 2003 Monte Carlo SS. The car had been hit slightly in the LF corner. The car needed front brakes, so I bought a package off Ebay that had rotors, pads, and wheel hubs. I replaced… --- ## [Buying a Used Honda Odyssey or other vehicle that seats a lot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-honda-odyssey-or-other-vehicle-that-seats-a-lot/80554)
**Author:** [@EW1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EW1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-honda-odyssey-or-other-vehicle-that-seats-a-lot/80554 "2013-07-27T20:47:10Z")
Hi all, My 2001 Honda Odyssey is on its last legs/wheels. I'm looking to get another one and wondering if anyone has recommendations as to what years are good. Yes, I've checked Consumer Reports and I know Honda is g… --- ## [Gurgling Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gurgling-focus/80584)
**Author:** [@aimerola](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aimerola)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gurgling-focus/80584 "2013-07-27T20:39:43Z")
My 2000 ford focus has been gurgling in the front left side of the car for some time. my mechanic has had it twice for this repair and says it is just low antifreeze but the gurgling remains. any thoughts as to what it c… --- ## [New noise after repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-noise-after-repairs/80579)
**Author:** [@Civic2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Civic2)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-noise-after-repairs/80579 "2013-07-27T20:14:52Z")
I want to start off with giving some background to my issue. I have a 2005 Honda Civic that was making noise on the front passenger side wheel and what sounded like the front driver side strut clanging (bottoming out) … --- ## [2001 Mazda Miata intermittent starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mazda-miata-intermittent-starting-problem/80563)
**Author:** [@jrcbec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrcbec)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mazda-miata-intermittent-starting-problem/80563 "2013-07-27T19:56:24Z")
Problem: car cranks but doesn't start then randomly it will start. 2 different shops...first thought maybe battery (no it cranks) but said these cars are notorious for cam sensor problems they didn't have software to di… --- ## [2002 Accord EX V6 automatic upshifting late into some gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-accord-ex-v6-automatic-upshifting-late-into-some-gears/79899)
**Author:** [@stolte-sawa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stolte-sawa)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-accord-ex-v6-automatic-upshifting-late-into-some-gears/79899 "2013-07-27T19:27:31Z")
Hey all, After a round of extensive maintenance this month, I thought my '02 was once again a road-ready betty. Just my luck! On the drive home from the shop Friday afternoon, I noticed a hard shift when upshifting fro… --- ## [Engine light=EGR Valve/TPES valve; 1998 car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-egr-valve-tpes-valve-1998-car/80552)
**Author:** [@Rabbitpam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rabbitpam)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-egr-valve-tpes-valve-1998-car/80552 "2013-07-27T19:07:24Z")
I live in FL (after years in MA) where cars are not inspected. My Camry is a 1998, and the check engine light came on for the first time. Diagnostic at trusted local mechanic ($45 will be applied to repair) said the EGR &… --- ## [Occasional squeal when turning ('92 Integra)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/occasional-squeal-when-turning-92-integra/80577)
**Author:** [@VetPat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VetPat)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/occasional-squeal-when-turning-92-integra/80577 "2013-07-27T18:40:50Z")
I'm the original owner of a '92 Integra (~130K miles) and I have an intermittent squeal when turning, which sounds like rubber against metal in the front of the car (maybe even from the steering wheel). It happens only … --- ## [1993 Isuzu starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-isuzu-starting-problem/80543)
**Author:** [@Grees](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Grees)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-isuzu-starting-problem/80543 "2013-07-27T18:27:49Z")
Hello all I have a 1993 Isuzu pickup, 2.6L MFI engine. When ever it sits for more than 1 1/2-2 hours I need to give it a shot of starter fluid to get it to start. It cranks fine just won't start. I have checked for spa… --- ## [GMC Acadia Brake Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-acadia-brake-problems/80555)
**Author:** [@MIScott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MIScott)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-acadia-brake-problems/80555 "2013-07-27T18:13:46Z")
I have owned and worked on dozens of cars over the years, but never come across this. We own a 2008 GMC Acadia. 12 Months/~14K miles ago (at 61K miles) we had the front brake pads replaced and rotors machined. 5 months… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1757) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1759)