# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1778 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1779 --- ## [2001 Prius Inverter Converter Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-prius-inverter-converter-problem/79967)
**Author:** [@Driving\_Memory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Driving_Memory)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 8:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-prius-inverter-converter-problem/79967 "2013-06-22T08:09:49Z")
We have a 2001 Prius, bought used last year for our daughter. It has a little over 100,000 miles. Fairly new battery for the electric part. In the fall it stalled, dealer said need to replace the inverter converter fo… --- ## [Timing Belt Replacement For 2004 Acura TL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-for-2004-acura-tl/79965)
**Author:** [@cusefan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cusefan)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 7:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-for-2004-acura-tl/79965 "2013-06-22T07:41:59Z")
My 2004 3.2L Acura TL is 9 yrs. old and has approx. 67,700 miles on it. Automatic transmission. It's in great shape......still drives and looks like new. My Acura dealer service advisor says Acura recommends timing… --- ## [How does ethanol effect older vehicles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-ethanol-effect-older-vehicles/79953)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-ethanol-effect-older-vehicles/79953 "2013-06-22T07:31:58Z")
I have a '75 ford f100 with a 360cu in engine. I have had a rash of failures of fuel related parts in the last year. fuel lines, carb diaphrams, even my mech fuel pump have failed. could these problems be ethanol related… --- ## [Puzzler: Would anybody really let the air out of the tires to lower the truck?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-would-anybody-really-let-the-air-out-of-the-tires-to-lower-the-truck/71411)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-would-anybody-really-let-the-air-out-of-the-tires-to-lower-the-truck/71411 "2013-06-22T06:25:57Z")
I just can't imagine anyone would do that if all it accomplishes is lowering the front end a little. If the truck is too high, wouldn't an experienced mechanic needing to change the water pump simply put a small bench o… --- ## [My mysterious volvo 850](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mysterious-volvo-850/79972)
**Author:** [@abigailpatricia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abigailpatricia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-mysterious-volvo-850/79972 "2013-06-22T05:20:17Z")
I believe my head gasket is blown, but nooone reallly knows what's wrong with it..car stalled & then smoke came out the oil tank an coolant tank an muffler I just got this car used a month ago.. an none of the boys have … --- ## [2000 Mazda Protege (standard) won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mazda-protege-standard-wont-start/79877)
**Author:** [@AnaisH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnaisH)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mazda-protege-standard-wont-start/79877 "2013-06-22T04:11:25Z")
i think I broke my car :frowning: well I just bought this car a few months ago and all seemed well. I bought new tires, changed the oil, had the brakes inspected, you know the things daddy's tell their daughters to alw… --- ## [2005 Honda Civic Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-hybrid/79958)
**Author:** [@Raci570](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Raci570)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-hybrid/79958 "2013-06-22T03:12:09Z")
My local Honda dealer wants to charge me $526.00 for the Oxygen Sensor Kit (Part # 06365-PZA-A00) for my 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid. Does this sound like the right price (we're not counting the cost of the labor to put it i… --- ## [High Mileage Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-prius/79951)
**Author:** [@White0718](https://community.cartalk.com/u/White0718)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 1:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-prius/79951 "2013-06-22T01:09:33Z")
I have a Prius with just under 188k miles on it. We have kept up with the maintenance and there have been no issues with the car. We just got the warning that the hybrid battery is about to go and before we sink about … --- ## [World's most honest mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worlds-most-honest-mechanic/79939)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worlds-most-honest-mechanic/79939 "2013-06-21T20:19:39Z")
Here's an interesting excerpt from a book I'm reading "From Birdland To Broadway" by Bill Crow: \[image\] The year was 1948, the car a 1930 Ford Model A coupe. --- ## [2002 subaru forester, can't get check engine light off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-cant-get-check-engine-light-off/79956)
**Author:** [@Woody10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Woody10)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-cant-get-check-engine-light-off/79956 "2013-06-21T18:34:04Z")
I have a 2002 Forester I have take it to 4 shops and each shop tells me something different. First 2 say to take it to the dealer and have them flash the computer. The dealer says that it is a faulty drain valve and the … --- ## [85 cj7 won't start after refueling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-cj7-wont-start-after-refueling/79947)
**Author:** [@Scarlett\_Rose\_Boswel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scarlett_Rose_Boswel)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/85-cj7-wont-start-after-refueling/79947 "2013-06-21T18:23:05Z")
I have a 85 cj7 with a 258 straight 6 and recently when I have been refilling the gas tank she won't start right away and I end up waiting 1 to 2 hours before she will start up and then she drives fine until you have to… --- ## [Ethanol in "lightly driven" vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-in-lightly-driven-vehicles/79952)
**Author:** [@Sparky617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sparky617)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol-in-lightly-driven-vehicles/79952 "2013-06-21T18:22:06Z")
I have a 1999 Ford F-150 with a 4.6l V-8, it has around 78K miles on it. I've owned it since new. A couple of years ago we bought a third vehicle so the truck sits most of the time and gets driven only 2-3000 miles a y… --- ## [New windshield condensation like never before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-windshield-condensation-like-never-before/79934)
**Author:** [@swdc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swdc)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-windshield-condensation-like-never-before/79934 "2013-06-21T17:49:29Z")
Hi everyone. I have been driving my Subaru Outback for almost 60,000 miles over the past 7 years, all over the country, so I know it pretty well. I just replaced the windshield for the first time, due to a crack. I chose… --- ## [2005 Ford Freestar vibrating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-freestar-vibrating/79960)
**Author:** [@jenney01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jenney01)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-freestar-vibrating/79960 "2013-06-21T16:39:22Z")
HI, While I am driving every once in a while my car will vibrate while I have my foot on the gas pedal. I cam confused as to what this could be. We replaced the torque converter last year could it be this? Or could it… --- ## [2002 Subaru Forester S Rebuilt Engine and Tranny](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-s-rebuilt-engine-and-tranny/79936)
**Author:** [@Frankie\_Fidget](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frankie_Fidget)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-subaru-forester-s-rebuilt-engine-and-tranny/79936 "2013-06-21T16:24:01Z")
Hi, we are looking at buying a 02 subaru. I know they are known for Head Gasket issues. This one had a rebuilt engine and Tranny put in it last year and has since only been driven 8k miles. at the same time, the follow… --- ## [Bumped into my Daughters 1995 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumped-into-my-daughters-1995-honda-civic/79948)
**Author:** [@Rocamy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rocamy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumped-into-my-daughters-1995-honda-civic/79948 "2013-06-21T16:08:59Z")
Hello, I'm new to this site and I am trying to find out what I may have done to my Daughters car. This morning at 4am I got into my Ford Windstar van and was backing out of my driveway. I did not realize my Daughters … --- ## [2002 Civic evaporation system & a few shketchy mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-civic-evaporation-system-a-few-shketchy-mechanics/79931)
**Author:** [@CedarTree](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CedarTree)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 7:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-civic-evaporation-system-a-few-shketchy-mechanics/79931 "2013-06-21T07:45:21Z")
hi all, I have a well-traveled 2002 Civic LX that runs beautifully, save the engine light that's been popping off & on this last year. --- ## [Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord/79949)
**Author:** [@Red\_Rambler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Red_Rambler)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 6:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord/79949 "2013-06-21T06:15:12Z")
Would you buy a 2007 Honda Accord EX 4cl with 193,000 mikes for 6k? Good shape. Well maintained. I am looking at this car for my daughter to drive back and forth to school and work. Thank you all. I decided not to buy … --- ## ['05 Mercury Montego -- A/C is ice cold . . . but only when RPMs are elevated!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mercury-montego-a-c-is-ice-cold-but-only-when-rpms-are-elevated/79945)
**Author:** [@Justin\_Z](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justin_Z)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-mercury-montego-a-c-is-ice-cold-but-only-when-rpms-are-elevated/79945 "2013-06-21T05:34:32Z")
Hi everyone, Odd problem I've never seen before--I have a fully recharged A/C system in my '05 Montego (aka Ford 500 with a different grille and interior). I took it in because I thought the freon was starting to go. … --- ## [2012 Chevy Cruze - Radio keeps rebooting; is electrical system about to die?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-radio-keeps-rebooting-is-electrical-system-about-to-die/79942)
**Author:** [@2012CruzeOwner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2012CruzeOwner)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevy-cruze-radio-keeps-rebooting-is-electrical-system-about-to-die/79942 "2013-06-21T02:07:19Z")
We just bought our 2012 Chevy Cruze in April (it was a rental return) and in the last couple of weeks the (computerized) radio has started to go berzerk. It doesn't do it all the time -- which is why the dealership hasn… --- ## [Low mileage oil change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-oil-change/79937)
**Author:** [@Major\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Major_T)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-oil-change/79937 "2013-06-21T02:00:47Z")
I have a 2012 Subaru Forester 2.5 X Premium purchased new on 26 March 2012. As of today 6-18-13 this car has 3340 miles on it, obviously I drive very little and the recommended service intervals don't apply very well t… --- ## [How do I locate the low pressure port in my 2008 hummer h3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-locate-the-low-pressure-port-in-my-2008-hummer-h3/79940)
**Author:** [@Sirius\_Dogstars](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sirius_Dogstars)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 1:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-locate-the-low-pressure-port-in-my-2008-hummer-h3/79940 "2013-06-21T01:33:25Z")
I can't seem to find the low pressure port on my Hummer H3. Can anyone help? --- ## [1999 Ford F-150 Lariat Drivers window operates intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-lariat-drivers-window-operates-intermittently/72746)
**Author:** [@Sparky617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sparky617)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-f-150-lariat-drivers-window-operates-intermittently/72746 "2013-06-21T00:08:31Z")
Hi, You guys were great with my last F-150 issue when the fuel pump went belly up intermittently so here's the latest with my truck as it enters it teenage years. The other day the drivers power window wouldn't go down… --- ## [2002 Honda CRV AC Compressor Plate Fell Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-crv-ac-compressor-plate-fell-off/79928)
**Author:** [@JustKyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JustKyle)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-crv-ac-compressor-plate-fell-off/79928 "2013-06-20T22:48:15Z")
While driving my 2002 Honda CRV (155000 miles) to work yesterday, I noticed the AC was working intermittently. Soon enough, I heard a loud clunk under the car and noticed a part had fallen into the street. I circled back… --- ## [Trans fluid color?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-fluid-color/79950)
**Author:** [@Stoveguyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stoveguyy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-fluid-color/79950 "2013-06-20T22:16:49Z")
saturn vue. 3.0 motor. af33 aisin trans. 5 speed auto. NOT the honda V6 and honda trans. made by toyota. uses toyota T-IV fluid. i did a trans drain at 100k and fluid was black. most online say its ok to use dex3. or any… --- ## [Volvo 1999 S70 headlight question for criminal motion to suppress on an OUI (or DUI)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-1999-s70-headlight-question-for-criminal-motion-to-suppress-on-an-oui-or-dui/79856)
**Author:** [@suzyjpq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/suzyjpq)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-1999-s70-headlight-question-for-criminal-motion-to-suppress-on-an-oui-or-dui/79856 "2013-06-20T21:30:39Z")
I have a motion to suppress next Monday where a defendant is challenging his motor vehicle stop because he claims his 1999 S70 volvo has automatic headlights so there was NO WAY he was driving without his headlights on a… --- ## [Cadillac 4.6L Northstar "Check Engine Oil" message when only 1/2 quart low!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-4-6l-northstar-check-engine-oil-message-when-only-1-2-quart-low/79935)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 8:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-4-6l-northstar-check-engine-oil-message-when-only-1-2-quart-low/79935 "2013-06-20T08:22:33Z")
I have been helping my neighbors with several cars. One was in poor health and wasn't able to fully maintain the vehicles anymore. One includes a Cadillac Northstar 4.6L that was long overdue for an oil change. They h… --- ## [2008 Crown Victoria Police Interceptor just blows air... not hot, not cold, just air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-crown-victoria-police-interceptor-just-blows-air-not-hot-not-cold-just-air/79811)
**Author:** [@revrock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/revrock)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 7:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-crown-victoria-police-interceptor-just-blows-air-not-hot-not-cold-just-air/79811 "2013-06-20T07:35:45Z")
When I turn on my air conditioner it just blows air, not cold air just air. If I turn it to heat it also just blows air, not warm air, just air. The fan settings all work fine but the air coming out never changes tempera… --- ## [1989 Toyota pickup (SR-5) Won't Start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-toyota-pickup-sr-5-wont-start/79943)
**Author:** [@lizardee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lizardee)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-toyota-pickup-sr-5-wont-start/79943 "2013-06-20T04:48:23Z")
So my husband bought an 89 SR5 that ran. In order to get it to smog here in California, we had to replace the O2 sensor, and the Mass air flow sensor/meter. It ran for about a week after that then abruptly died and woul… --- ## [Can the "check engine" light burn out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-check-engine-light-burn-out/79671)
**Author:** [@SMoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SMoore)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2013, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-check-engine-light-burn-out/79671 "2013-06-20T04:38:30Z")
My check engine light kicked on about 6 months ago. The code was for the catalytic converter, which I did not replace because it is less than 2yrs old. It would go on and off intermittently, and for the last week it ha… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1777) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1779)