# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1766 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1767 --- ## [Tune up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up/80334)
**Author:** [@pard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pard)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tune-up/80334 "2013-07-15T14:43:47Z")
I have a 71 chevy c-10 pick up with a 307 v-8 with 38K on the odometer. I installed new wires, points, condenser, rotor, cap, and had the carb rebuilt. It runs, but there is a flat spot when you accelerate. The truck … --- ## [05 Jeep Liberty Diesel-Under Powered](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-jeep-liberty-diesel-under-powered/80343)
**Author:** [@Effie70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Effie70)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 8:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-jeep-liberty-diesel-under-powered/80343 "2013-07-15T08:16:06Z")
Approximately three weeks ago, my liberty diesel with 163,000 began to run as though it was down a cylinder. After checking a readout from my scan gauge, It said cyl 3 had a misfire so it was assumed that injector 3 was … --- ## [2002 Honda CR-V Automatic Transmission Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-automatic-transmission-leak/80347)
**Author:** [@Jimkley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jimkley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-cr-v-automatic-transmission-leak/80347 "2013-07-15T07:26:41Z")
My 2002 Honda CR-V has developed a small transmission leak - I am certain it is the transmission because of the smell and color of the fluid. It only leaks when I drive - not while parked. Transmission still works fine.… --- ## [Good car for new parents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-car-for-new-parents/80240)
**Author:** [@greff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greff)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-car-for-new-parents/80240 "2013-07-15T06:06:33Z")
Hi everyone - I am not a car person, and indeed have been car-less for the last two years. I live in a big city, so the need has been minimal, but my wife is pregnant and I think we'll need a car in a few months to simp… --- ## [1999 saturn sw1 wagon 1.9 LT DOHC ( e ) vin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-saturn-sw1-wagon-1-9-lt-dohc-e-vin/80332)
**Author:** [@saturnwagonguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saturnwagonguy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-saturn-sw1-wagon-1-9-lt-dohc-e-vin/80332 "2013-07-15T05:13:27Z")
we found oil in the coolant resivoure.1.9 lt DOHC Although no water in the oil? Also was not losing oil, but was smoking very bad. So we replaced the head gasket, intake gasket, new timing chain and guides, water pump, v… --- ## [2008 Nissan Altima - major issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-altima-major-issue/80338)
**Author:** [@YNissan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YNissan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-altima-major-issue/80338 "2013-07-15T04:07:35Z")
This car has been amazing - no problems at all. have 112,000 on it - only minor things like tires, oil changes, so far. I drove through a severe thunderstorm a week ago Friday night - parked and went in house. The next … --- ## [Windstar transaxle question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windstar-transaxle-question/80323)
**Author:** [@bennyandthejets](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bennyandthejets)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windstar-transaxle-question/80323 "2013-07-15T03:26:14Z")
I have a 1995 Ford Windstar we bought new and now it is used as an extra car to haul the dogs to the mountains and run misc errands. The dogs love riding in the van and hope to continue doing so. It's been extremely rel… --- ## [Honda Accord 2004 ex brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2004-ex-brakes/80339)
**Author:** [@John\_Stevens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Stevens)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2013, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-2004-ex-brakes/80339 "2013-07-15T02:14:55Z")
My right front disc brake started making a squeaking noise at about 50,000 miles when I appied the brakes. It was on and off at first but became more freqent. It wasn't a grinding noise and it wasn't the sensors for a… --- ## [Acura Integra 1994 Won't Start HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-integra-1994-wont-start-help/80273)
**Author:** [@rustydud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rustydud)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-integra-1994-wont-start-help/80273 "2013-07-14T23:51:31Z")
Guys, I'm at a loss. I can't get my Integra to start 250k miles on it. I've tried the following: 1) Tested battery and starter at Pep Boys, PASSED 1.1) Checked all fuses, none blown out, each tested with Voltometer and… --- ## [1989 Buick LaSabre](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-buick-lasabre/80219)
**Author:** [@OTC1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OTC1963)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-buick-lasabre/80219 "2013-07-14T23:41:57Z")
I have a 1989 Buick LaSabre that is having some problems and no mechanic seems to be able to figure it out. After 4 computer items totally $1,800.00 since March, the same problem started again yesterday. I am driving thr… --- ## [1991 Accord LX Wagon leaking coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-accord-lx-wagon-leaking-coolant/80319)
**Author:** [@ZBC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZBC)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-accord-lx-wagon-leaking-coolant/80319 "2013-07-14T22:06:28Z")
Hello CarTalk community. I have a 1991 Accord LX wagon that is leaking coolant. I figured it out b/c there is a green fluid pooled on the floor behind the passenger's seat. Why would coolant be leaking there? I bought… --- ## [Cracked strut mount](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-strut-mount/80321)
**Author:** [@lornakr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lornakr)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-strut-mount/80321 "2013-07-14T21:18:14Z")
Took my car in to have the radiator fluid checked and got a call from the national chain I took it too telling me that my strut mount was cracked and that it would be 600 to 700 dollars to fix. Is this too much it seems … --- ## [Changed my brakes. Now my radio doesn't work!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-my-brakes-now-my-radio-doesnt-work/80317)
**Author:** [@akaandykay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akaandykay)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-my-brakes-now-my-radio-doesnt-work/80317 "2013-07-14T21:12:46Z")
A friend who knows everything about cars convinced me that changing my brakes was something that I could accomplish easily, even though I know little about cars. I purchased the necessary gear, and after some difficulty… --- ## [2009 Camry Hybrid 'filter' in trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-camry-hybrid-filter-in-trunk/80312)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-camry-hybrid-filter-in-trunk/80312 "2013-07-14T21:12:14Z")
In the trunk of my 2009 Camry Hybrid there is housing suspended from the underside of the deck behind the rear seats in the cabin where the intake vents for the hybrid battery are located. I accidentally discovered the u… --- ## [1999 cougar looking for fuse box](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cougar-looking-for-fuse-box/79622)
**Author:** [@Beci](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beci)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cougar-looking-for-fuse-box/79622 "2013-07-14T21:06:42Z")
We can not find an engine fuse block (with ends on the wires would be perferred). This is a 1999 5 speed 2.5L can provide vin. Does anyone have one for sale? --- ## [2001 F-350 drive train rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-f-350-drive-train-rattle/80333)
**Author:** [@Solarboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Solarboy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-f-350-drive-train-rattle/80333 "2013-07-14T20:26:22Z")
this truck has the x-tended cab and is 4 wheel drive. It began making noise and vibrating at high speed the other day...like when driving on the out-of-bounds drunk bumps. I found that when I engaged the 4-wheel drive … --- ## [Growling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise/80325)
**Author:** [@leemanfor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leemanfor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-noise/80325 "2013-07-14T20:22:56Z")
Hello First off. i drive a 2008 Cobalt SS turbo. its been a good car and I haven't had any major problems with it aside from the small stuff. Well for the past few months I've noticed that, whenever i drive in heavy … --- ## [Ford Ranger ABS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-abs-light/80311)
**Author:** [@D-Man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D-Man)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-abs-light/80311 "2013-07-14T18:17:50Z")
Recently the ABS light came on (truck does not have ABS), also speedometer quit working and trans was not shifting right. After a few minutes the problem went away. Any suggestions? --- ## [Ticking when it runs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-when-it-runs/80168)
**Author:** [@Bwinter1980](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bwinter1980)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ticking-when-it-runs/80168 "2013-07-14T16:26:20Z")
I have a 1993 Chevy C1500, and about 3 weeks ago I started noticing that whenever it gets to temp I start hearing a knocking coming from the valves, and I lose almost all oil pressure. I also lose a lot of power. What co… --- ## [Do muffs help flow?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-muffs-help-flow/80300)
**Author:** [@Stoveguyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stoveguyy)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-muffs-help-flow/80300 "2013-07-14T15:51:04Z")
Friend has car with dual muffs. Single cat/exhaust pipe. Typical newer car layout. His old muffs were rusted thru. Who can say what the insides looked like. Maybe gone? So he got new "turbo" muffs. He says they improve f… --- ## [What was the worst emissions control device?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-the-worst-emissions-control-device/80044)
**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 9:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-was-the-worst-emissions-control-device/80044 "2013-07-14T09:37:19Z")
Was it the A.I.R. System? The Chrysler lean burn? My vote....... Diesel particulate filters. They might work well on vehicles that are run on the highway most of the time, but ambulances, bucket trucks, in town d… --- ## [Noisy top end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-top-end/80314)
**Author:** [@ram123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ram123)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-top-end/80314 "2013-07-14T06:29:07Z")
hi. if someone can give me an idea, i have 2004 land rover discovery, and i hear a single ticking noise on top. i open valve covers, and i was thinking bad lifter. i can see nothing really broken, but i found one of t… --- ## [2006 Dodge Stratus leak d/t hitting curb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-leak-d-t-hitting-curb/80316)
**Author:** [@fendrbendr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fendrbendr)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-stratus-leak-d-t-hitting-curb/80316 "2013-07-14T06:17:17Z")
I wonder if anyone has experience with this. I accidentally drove over a parking lot bumper this morning - ya know, the yellow ones at the head of parking spaces? Stupid me! The wheels went up onto it and as soon as they… --- ## [Water in trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-trunk/80307)
**Author:** [@mrreliz7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrreliz7)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-trunk/80307 "2013-07-14T04:56:04Z")
get water in trunk every time it rains. I think it gets in through the tail light cause the side has a dent. --- ## [Intermittent Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-problem/80310)
**Author:** [@Bailey\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bailey_B)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-starting-problem/80310 "2013-07-14T04:39:15Z")
Hi Guys, My 2002 Honda Accord,4 cylinder, 2 door coupe with 160,000 miles has this intermittent starting problem. There have been no issues with starting the car after it has been sitting all night or after being at work… --- ## [Replacement of light bulbs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-of-light-bulbs/80313)
**Author:** [@Toy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-of-light-bulbs/80313 "2013-07-14T03:59:28Z")
How do you remove the fog lights on a 2003 Toyota Tundra to replace the bulbs? --- ## [Honda Civic (06) Oil Viscosity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-06-oil-viscosity/80302)
**Author:** [@ibekarl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibekarl)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-06-oil-viscosity/80302 "2013-07-14T03:29:03Z")
I just bought an 06 Civic w/ 101k miles. Honda says to use only 5W20 oil, but I used 5W30? Will there be any negative consequences from this--lower mpg or otherwise? Or is their guidance baloney? --- ## [New Toyota Avalon Hybrid or Camry Hybrid? New or Used Camry Hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-toyota-avalon-hybrid-or-camry-hybrid-new-or-used-camry-hybrid/80271)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-toyota-avalon-hybrid-or-camry-hybrid-new-or-used-camry-hybrid/80271 "2013-07-14T02:50:35Z")
That's my two dilemmas. The details: 1. I care about money, but quality matters more in this range. 2. I want a good ride and comfort. Apparently the new cars are the same width, so that's not an issue. 3. Consumers ra… --- ## [Po401](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po401/80308)
**Author:** [@mrreliz7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrreliz7)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po401/80308 "2013-07-14T01:31:59Z")
is my Toyota camry going to stall cause it has po401 code and I think it has an muffler or exaust leak can the cause po401 code. --- ## [Nissan Frontier Cruise Control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-cruise-control/80318)
**Author:** [@Jacktar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacktar)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-cruise-control/80318 "2013-07-14T01:07:40Z")
My 2012 Nissan 4-cyl Frontier's Cruise Control has a lag in reestablishing set speed after descending a hill. Set Speed drops off and continues dropping for 4-5 seconds as the speed drops ~5mph, then corrects itself and… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1765) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1767)