# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1767 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1768 --- ## [Ford Fusion Hybrid - A/C Smells at Start-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-hybrid-a-c-smells-at-start-up/80286)
**Author:** [@FusionHybridLover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FusionHybridLover)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2013, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-hybrid-a-c-smells-at-start-up/80286 "2013-07-14T00:00:47Z")
Our 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid has been great and trouble free. Recently, however, we've noticed a strong smell,like fiberglass, come from the A/C when starting from a cold engine. Ford Customer Service has been no help. … --- ## [Confirming your worst suspicions about J-Lube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirming-your-worst-suspicions-about-j-lube/80291)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confirming-your-worst-suspicions-about-j-lube/80291 "2013-07-13T19:09:04Z")
The Snopes website investigates most of the mass e-mails that are spread nowadays, in order to determine the veracity of them. In most cases, these spam messages turn out to be bogus. However, the one currently circu… --- ## [Chev Traverse Tire Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chev-traverse-tire-repair/80292)
**Author:** [@ercox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ercox)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chev-traverse-tire-repair/80292 "2013-07-13T16:35:58Z")
I have a 2012 Chev Traverse AWD with 30,000 miles. Had a bad flat and went to a franchise tire dealer to repair the flat. They reported that the flat was not repairable (two big a hole). They then required me to purch… --- ## [Resetting a CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resetting-a-cel/80294)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resetting-a-cel/80294 "2013-07-13T14:52:28Z")
I have a 2002 KIA Sedona with the CEL on. I got the code and would like to clear it but Auto Zone who read the code said they were not permitted to clear it and highly recommend not clearing it. So is it bad to clear i… --- ## [2002 Honda Accord Roasting in Texas Driveway for 5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-roasting-in-texas-driveway-for-5-years/80169)
**Author:** [@dileepfrog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dileepfrog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-roasting-in-texas-driveway-for-5-years/80169 "2013-07-13T11:24:50Z")
Hi guys, about 5 years ago I moved overseas and gave my '02 Accord Coupe to my dad as his car was busted at the time. However, it seems he never got around to ever registering the car, and has just been using my mom's ca… --- ## [When to stop putting money into a old car and buy a new one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-stop-putting-money-into-a-old-car-and-buy-a-new-one/80301)
**Author:** [@Alissa86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alissa86)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 8:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-stop-putting-money-into-a-old-car-and-buy-a-new-one/80301 "2013-07-13T08:44:01Z")
Hello all, I have a 1992 Honda Accord LX with almost 200,000 miles on it. I've had it for 6 years and it's been a great car!! However, every time I bring it in for repairs, I wind up spending at least $300. My question… --- ## [C1500 no fuel to injectors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c1500-no-fuel-to-injectors/80216)
**Author:** [@Harland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harland)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 6:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c1500-no-fuel-to-injectors/80216 "2013-07-13T06:19:47Z")
92 GMC C1500 V6 No fuel to injectors, I have replaced pump, strainer and filters. Changed the filter first and ran fine with a few misses (likely no fuel?) then just got the new pump and strainer on today. Again dro… --- ## [Unexpected acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration/80237)
**Author:** [@Louise\_W](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Louise_W)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration/80237 "2013-07-13T04:48:29Z")
I have a 2003 Mazda MPV minivan with 100,000 miles on it. Twice in 2 weeks it surged ahead just as I was coming to a stop in a parking place. Both times I had my foot on the brake and was almost at a complete stop. The … --- ## [Mystery with my Mercedes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-with-my-mercedes/73645)
**Author:** [@judebme](https://community.cartalk.com/u/judebme)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-with-my-mercedes/73645 "2013-07-13T04:04:37Z")
Hello! I have a beautiful 1987 560SL. My husband and I bought it about 17 years ago and lovingly refer to her as our mid-life crisis car. Truth be told, we're a bit past "mid" life now and have decided to sell it and l… --- ## [2000 Lincoln Continental - Air Conditioner Compressor Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lincoln-continental-air-conditioner-compressor-noise/80306)
**Author:** [@AJMaxwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AJMaxwell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2013, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lincoln-continental-air-conditioner-compressor-noise/80306 "2013-07-13T03:56:05Z")
Hi all, I own a 2000 Lincoln Continental and the other day it started making a horrible grinding/rubbing noise as soon as the engine started. I took it to my mechanic (been going to him for 6 years) and he said it was … --- ## [New starter and battery-- won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-starter-and-battery-wont-start/80257)
**Author:** [@FloridaHeat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FloridaHeat)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-starter-and-battery-wont-start/80257 "2013-07-12T21:19:28Z")
My truck has been sitting for over a year-- once it was driven 4 hours several months ago with no problem. Otherwise, it's been sitting! Last week, I had new starter and battery installed. It started a few times but on… --- ## [1998 Jeep Wrangler does not plow as well as before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-wrangler-does-not-plow-as-well-as-before/80069)
**Author:** [@Tulkie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tulkie)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-wrangler-does-not-plow-as-well-as-before/80069 "2013-07-12T21:08:47Z")
I have been plowing my own 1/2 mile steep driveway with a Jeep and a Snoway plow for the past 8 years. It used to plow great- even uphill without chains. Since a big storm on March 1, 2011, when I replaced the clutc… --- ## [Should I follow the oil life gauge on my 2011 Odyssey or change it more often?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-follow-the-oil-life-gauge-on-my-2011-odyssey-or-change-it-more-often/80278)
**Author:** [@donchanka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donchanka)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-follow-the-oil-life-gauge-on-my-2011-odyssey-or-change-it-more-often/80278 "2013-07-12T19:14:49Z")
We have a 2011 Odyssey with 97,000 miles on it we bought used about 6 months ago that had been a rental. The dealer told us just to follow the oil life gauge on the dash and change it when it reads 15%. I'm not sure how… --- ## [2007 Suzuki XL7 won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-wont-start/80226)
**Author:** [@SuzukiJoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzukiJoe)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-xl7-wont-start/80226 "2013-07-12T18:58:52Z")
When the computer says the life of the oil is over, the engine begins to run poorly - skipping, stuttering. The oil level is fine … I know it needs changing, but why such a dramatic problem. Can't start it now to get to… --- ## [Which car is safer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-is-safer/80199)
**Author:** [@rsinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rsinger)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-is-safer/80199 "2013-07-12T18:55:38Z")
My daughter has a 2005 Subaru Legacy sedan. I have a 2005 Subaru Forester Utility vehicle. Both have 4 wheel drive. She is moving to Rochester, NY which has lots more snow than where we live (Cape Cod, Ma.) She wants… --- ## [Oil questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-questions/80285)
**Author:** [@betanj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/betanj)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-questions/80285 "2013-07-12T18:11:10Z")
I have a 2005 Nissan Altima. It has just over 124,000 miles. I drive around a lot. Both in the city and on the freeway. What weight of oil should I be using in my car? Also, is there a brand of oil that stands out a… --- ## [Auto manufacturers going overboard on "safety" technology? Complex and unreliable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-manufacturers-going-overboard-on-safety-technology-complex-and-unreliable/80247)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 5:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-manufacturers-going-overboard-on-safety-technology-complex-and-unreliable/80247 "2013-07-12T17:56:11Z")
Has safety technology become too complex and unreliable? Chrysler's most recent voluntary recalls: Recall 1: The active head restraint function, designed to mitigate neck injuries by automatically moving forward … --- ## [P0340 code...now what](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0340-code-now-what/80295)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0340-code-now-what/80295 "2013-07-12T17:40:41Z")
My CEL is on and according to Auto Zones code checker read a P0340 on my 2002 KIA Sedona with 160400 miles. It said Camshaft position sensor A circuit malfunction 1 or single sensor. So what should I do now? Van is… --- ## [Considering purchasing a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen, pros and cons?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-purchasing-a-2010-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-pros-and-cons/80187)
**Author:** [@LCHpainter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LCHpainter)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-purchasing-a-2010-volkswagen-jetta-sportwagen-pros-and-cons/80187 "2013-07-12T15:11:31Z")
I am about to purchase a used car, need a wagon and heard that this may be a good choice. I have not had the best of luck with a 2003 Subaru Outback although I maintained it well, (headgaskets last year, now burning oil … --- ## [Transmission whine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-whine/80185)
**Author:** [@jimster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimster)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 11:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-whine/80185 "2013-07-12T11:21:24Z")
Our 2008 Honda CR-V w/120k one owner, always dealer maintained, vehicle has recently started exhibiting a little high pitch whine coming from the engine area which increases when you rev the gas. I checked the transmiss… --- ## [How long - Battery and cable replacement on 2004 Honda element](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-battery-and-cable-replacement-on-2004-honda-element/80289)
**Author:** [@Dreadgerbil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dreadgerbil)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 8:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-battery-and-cable-replacement-on-2004-honda-element/80289 "2013-07-12T08:33:00Z")
O.K. Long story as short as possible. Wife is out driving and car dies. Electric sort of fades away. We got it towed to the dealership. (First bad idea.) They tell me it needs a bunch of stuff done and I say no, we just … --- ## [Brake Bleeding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-bleeding/80266)
**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-bleeding/80266 "2013-07-12T02:32:20Z")
What is the best way to flush/bleed the brakes when flying solo? I usually suck out what's in the master cylinder with a syringe the refill with fresh fluid then proceed with the pump and hold method. This vehicle does … --- ## [Repairing a cracked differential case on a 2005 Toyota Matrix AWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-a-cracked-differential-case-on-a-2005-toyota-matrix-awd/80265)
**Author:** [@Cloudster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cloudster)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-a-cracked-differential-case-on-a-2005-toyota-matrix-awd/80265 "2013-07-12T01:24:37Z")
You know the old 'if it doesn't fit, use a bigger hammer'? Don't do that on a differential case. My dad and I were replacing my front axles on my Matrix (145,000 miles, all by me). We've done CV joints a lot on previ… --- ## [Recommending a good, safe car for my girlfriend](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommending-a-good-safe-car-for-my-girlfriend/80086)
**Author:** [@OmegaMan62](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OmegaMan62)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2013, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommending-a-good-safe-car-for-my-girlfriend/80086 "2013-07-12T00:21:49Z")
About a week ago, my girlfriend was involved in an accident, where a drunk driver slammed into her car while she was in a traffic jam. Her car, an '07 Chevy Aveo, was totaled; she had a concussion and had to go to a near… --- ## [Aging/aged tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aging-aged-tires/80246)
**Author:** [@Scortch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scortch)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aging-aged-tires/80246 "2013-07-11T19:25:28Z")
Car is a 2001 Corvette. 35,000 actual miles. Car has been garaged and covered except when on the road, lessening exposure to UV and IR rays of the sun. Front tires were manufactured in June 2000. Rear tires were manu… --- ## [Car will randomly not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-randomly-not-start/80277)
**Author:** [@sandyclarinet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandyclarinet)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-randomly-not-start/80277 "2013-07-11T19:10:24Z")
For about the last two years or so, my 2001 Saturn SC2 will every once in awhile not start up. I looked at the several posts about this, but my problem seems different...my starter turns, the engine starts, but only sta… --- ## [Wacky electrics on Honda Accord '05](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wacky-electrics-on-honda-accord-05/80284)
**Author:** [@Drewp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drewp)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wacky-electrics-on-honda-accord-05/80284 "2013-07-11T18:52:00Z")
Recently my car has been having starting problems and other weird electrical glitches. I'll begin with I use my turn indicator switch both arrows light up with the direction I want to go in being brighter and clicking f… --- ## [Focus back talk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-back-talk/80269)
**Author:** [@56Belvedere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/56Belvedere)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/focus-back-talk/80269 "2013-07-11T18:05:57Z")
I have two 2009 stick Focus SE 4drs (one for me and one for the Mrs.) Both are PZEV. Mine, with 66k runs great; hers, with 43k talks back when under initial load. When starting up from a stop or up shifting in any gear … --- ## [Diode grease in O2 sensor connector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diode-grease-in-o2-sensor-connector/80261)
**Author:** [@seibermaki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seibermaki)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diode-grease-in-o2-sensor-connector/80261 "2013-07-11T17:22:47Z")
Hello, I had a check engine light and my mechanic investigated. The problem was with an O2 sensor and on inspection found diode grease in the connector. Is there any reason a previous mechanic may have put this there… --- ## [Worn suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worn-suspension/80260)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2013, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worn-suspension/80260 "2013-07-11T16:22:47Z")
Driveway approach at townhouse forces me to go over curb perpendicular to road. Not like a usual driveway where u might go in at angle. Like 30 or 45 degree. But head on. Hitting low curb really makes a thud I can feel i… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1766) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1768)