# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1782 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1783 --- ## [Loss of power in 4th & 5th gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-power-in-4th-5th-gear/79754)
**Author:** [@Pike1331](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pike1331)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-power-in-4th-5th-gear/79754 "2013-06-13T22:09:22Z")
I have a 2003 S-10 standard and a similar conditions as this discussion, but my issue is not with the engine bogging down. The engine RPMs increase, but the truck does not pick up speed until I let the engine settle, the… --- ## [Honda Civic Ex - brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex-brakes/79831)
**Author:** [@ritad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ritad)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-ex-brakes/79831 "2013-06-13T20:17:50Z")
Is it okay to use other brands when replacing brake pads and rotors. In other words, is it okay to not use Honda parts. A couple mechanics have told me there are other pads/rotors one can use. And that some of the pa… --- ## [Why does my f150 shake when air is on?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-f150-shake-when-air-is-on/79828)
**Author:** [@Virginia86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Virginia86)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-my-f150-shake-when-air-is-on/79828 "2013-06-13T19:41:39Z")
I have a 2005 f150, when my AC is on (it's summer in the south so yes it's on constantly) my truck shakes. The best way to describe it: you know when you're at an idle, and the vehicle wants to stall out and it has that … --- ## [Replacing old spark plugs which might be stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-old-spark-plugs-which-might-be-stuck/79757)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 7:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-old-spark-plugs-which-might-be-stuck/79757 "2013-06-13T07:18:31Z")
I've changed plenty of spark plugs without issue, but have never had a vehicle which made me cautious about trying to remove them....until now. I bought my 96 Caravan with 150k, now at 156k. No idea when (if) plugs wer… --- ## [Hyundai Elantra 2004 turns off in strong turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-2004-turns-off-in-strong-turns/79823)
**Author:** [@jules76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jules76)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-2004-turns-off-in-strong-turns/79823 "2013-06-13T04:43:25Z")
Hello, I havthey were rusted one a 2004 Hyundai Elantra. It was parked outside for almost a year without being used. I recently installed a new battery and had the front brakes/rotors replaced - they were rusted on so ti… --- ## [92 Lincoln Town Car Dual Exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-lincoln-town-car-dual-exhaust/79844)
**Author:** [@hustler9852](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hustler9852)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-lincoln-town-car-dual-exhaust/79844 "2013-06-13T03:28:41Z")
I developed a hole in the pre-catalytic converter pipe on the driver's side. They (at the parts store) talked me into a new direct fit catalytic converter. I tried to remove the bolts that go from the manifold. I got … --- ## [2009 Jetta Sportwagen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jetta-sportwagen/79797)
**Author:** [@olbessie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/olbessie)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jetta-sportwagen/79797 "2013-06-13T03:18:18Z")
I bought a 2009 Jetta Sportwagen today... well, it's almost bought. I couldn't test drive it because there was something wrong with the manual gear shift. The dealership encouraged me to see the car and approve everyth… --- ## [Recommendations for reliable, 4-seater, manual convertibles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-for-reliable-4-seater-manual-convertibles/79808)
**Author:** [@ladykat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladykat)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-for-reliable-4-seater-manual-convertibles/79808 "2013-06-13T02:58:57Z")
My 2000 Honda Civic might be on its last legs, and I'm using this as an opportunity to look for a new (to me) used car. I'm looking for something reliable that's under $10,000. I definitely want to stick with a manual … --- ## [Converted A/C system needs new compressor - which kind?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converted-a-c-system-needs-new-compressor-which-kind/79806)
**Author:** [@bugnut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bugnut)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2013, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converted-a-c-system-needs-new-compressor-which-kind/79806 "2013-06-13T01:08:27Z")
Mid-80s chevy suburban, 6.2L diesel, with the rear A/C blower, too. System was converted from R-12 to 134a years ago. Few years ago started to leak slowly-- would put in a fresh can of fancy synthetic 134a at the beginn… --- ## [Knocking and Grinding Sound 2012 Saturn L Series](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-and-grinding-sound-2012-saturn-l-series/79837)
**Author:** [@189Ker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/189Ker)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-and-grinding-sound-2012-saturn-l-series/79837 "2013-06-12T23:59:55Z")
Hello- I have a 2012 L100 Saturn with just over 189K miles (yes, it's been an awesome car). In October 2012 I both sets of breaks replaced plus rotors. About 2 months after the service, I started hearing a knocking and g… --- ## [Hybrid vs Diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vs-diesel/79782)
**Author:** [@SDF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SDF)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-vs-diesel/79782 "2013-06-12T23:49:55Z")
My son has just graduated from college and I have promised him my perfectly wonderful 6 y/o RAV4 which I will now need to replace. I am considering moving a bit upscale to a similar small Audi SUV (Q5). For 2014 they o… --- ## [1996 Honda Accord V6 stutter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-accord-v6-stutter/79832)
**Author:** [@RichardsKY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardsKY)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-honda-accord-v6-stutter/79832 "2013-06-12T21:40:16Z")
My 1996 Honda Accord V6 has a stuttering problem. It only happens (or is only noticeable) when driving at a constant speed. It is most noticeable when driving in the 45 - 55 mph range. It feels like the engine has mil… --- ## [Radiator Fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan/79762)
**Author:** [@WyTrix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WyTrix)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan/79762 "2013-06-12T21:38:23Z")
My radiator fan is not turning on in my 2002 Jeep Liberty. The belts look fine and it turns by hand. My radiator overheated last summer but since has been fixed now my fan doesn't work, but hasn't overheated. No parts of… --- ## [Help! Crank position sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-crank-position-sensor/79836)
**Author:** [@Jrome](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jrome)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-crank-position-sensor/79836 "2013-06-12T20:57:09Z")
Everything I've found on replacing the crank position sensor on my 2002 5.8l Chrysler town & country says its on the bellhousing but its not there! Any suggestions? --- ## [Car rolls over but won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-rolls-over-but-wont-start/79834)
**Author:** [@JFirestine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JFirestine)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-rolls-over-but-wont-start/79834 "2013-06-12T20:49:34Z")
i have 1998 Honda civic 2 Dr and i was trying to switch cd players in it and blew some fuses so i checked all and replaced the blown ones but now it won't start --- ## [Quick load](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-load/79822)
**Author:** [@rasta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rasta)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-load/79822 "2013-06-12T20:32:20Z")
My dh tells me I need to count to ten from the time I start the engine until I put it in gear and drive. He gets very angry if I forget to do this and start the car moving quickly. How important is this? I do try to rem… --- ## [Is PTBP used in 2012 Honda Odyssey's leather interior?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ptbp-used-in-2012-honda-odysseys-leather-interior/71924)
**Author:** [@darthnice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darthnice)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ptbp-used-in-2012-honda-odysseys-leather-interior/71924 "2013-06-12T20:04:22Z")
I'm looking to buy a 2012 Honda Odyssey with leather upholstery, however I have a delayed allergic reaction to 4-tert-Butylphenoformaldehyde resin (from here on out PTBP) that is used as an adhesive with leather and rubb… --- ## [My 05 Dakota is freaking out!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-05-dakota-is-freaking-out/79833)
**Author:** [@zzzachp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zzzachp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-05-dakota-is-freaking-out/79833 "2013-06-12T17:43:37Z")
My father-in-law sold me his Dodge Dakota, that he bought brand new in 2005. He says he never had any problems, but shortly after acquiring the truck, ALL of the dash lights began flashing... oil, CEL, ABS, brake, seatbe… --- ## [Mini Cooper ('04) - water leak from accelerator and clutch pedals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-cooper-04-water-leak-from-accelerator-and-clutch-pedals/79815)
**Author:** [@Marya\_Mini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marya_Mini)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-cooper-04-water-leak-from-accelerator-and-clutch-pedals/79815 "2013-06-12T16:18:43Z")
Hello, folks ~ A problem developed with my 2004 mini that is increasingly disturbing... A few weeks ago I found about three inches of water in the driver's side footwell. I bailed it out and checked all of the seals--… --- ## [2007 Kia Sedona question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-sedona-question/79816)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-sedona-question/79816 "2013-06-12T14:18:39Z")
My wife has a 2007 Kia Sedona ex.. All of a sudden it has a bunch of electrical gremlins, such as sometimes if you turn the head lights off the passenger window opens and your cant close it until, you turn the lights bac… --- ## [Nobody can figure this out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nobody-can-figure-this-out/79299)
**Author:** [@feeston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/feeston)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nobody-can-figure-this-out/79299 "2013-06-12T14:07:31Z")
This is for a 2002 Honda Accord, SE 4 Cyl. For over a year I have been getting a CEL for a misfire of Cylinders 1 and 2. I did a standard tune up, Changing the spark plugs, wires and distributor cap, but to no avail. H… --- ## [The 24 Hours of LeMons: Endurance Racing for $500 cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-24-hours-of-lemons-endurance-racing-for-500-cars/79829)
**Author:** [@RedLines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RedLines)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 9:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-24-hours-of-lemons-endurance-racing-for-500-cars/79829 "2013-06-12T09:21:23Z")
http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/ Thought you people might be interested in this. --- ## [2008 VW Rabbit electrical woes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-vw-rabbit-electrical-woes/79821)
**Author:** [@txmd33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/txmd33)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-vw-rabbit-electrical-woes/79821 "2013-06-12T06:25:47Z")
Lately we've been having quite a bit of issues with our car's electrical features. For instance, sometimes when we start the car the radio presets, time, and mileage have been reset. We often have to try a couple of ti… --- ## [Brakes are a joke. help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-are-a-joke-help/79824)
**Author:** [@doboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doboy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-are-a-joke-help/79824 "2013-06-12T06:08:29Z")
My driver side brake keeps trying to lock up and then my brakes get really hot. How do I get them to let go while driving? --- ## [A blast from the past](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-blast-from-the-past/79546)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-blast-from-the-past/79546 "2013-06-12T04:27:32Z")
A few days ago, while driving to the Post Office, I spied what was clearly a car from the '40s approaching from the opposite direction. While I waited to make my left turn, the driver of the classic car slowed down, so t… --- ## [Logging in](https://community.cartalk.com/t/logging-in/79798)
**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/logging-in/79798 "2013-06-12T03:34:15Z")
Is anybody else having problems when trying to log into the Community/ Repair. Mine kept coming up with an error when I logged in. I had to login and then go to Contact / Car Talk Community. --- ## [German Gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/german-gasoline/79793)
**Author:** [@brutzy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brutzy)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/german-gasoline/79793 "2013-06-12T02:15:08Z")
My wife's Malibu 2010 tends to stall. The mechanic indicated... "only use ze German gas"... like Shell. The Shell seems to work better. I tried super unleaded from another company and it still had a mild sluggishnes… --- ## [Towing Capacities](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-capacities/79813)
**Author:** [@hamster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hamster)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-capacities/79813 "2013-06-12T02:13:24Z")
Where can I get a list of the towing capacities of various vehicles? I am towing a 16' Scamp trailer with a Town & Country and everyone, including my mechanic, is telling me I will blow out my transmission in the middle … --- ## [Trunk tools for a Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-tools-for-a-corolla/79809)
**Author:** [@ShouldBeWalking](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShouldBeWalking)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-tools-for-a-corolla/79809 "2013-06-12T01:58:13Z")
I have a 2003 Corolla. Should I have Metric or NIST (American) emergency tools in my trunk? --- ## [No oil reading on dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-reading-on-dipstick/78625)
**Author:** [@cdavern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdavern)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-reading-on-dipstick/78625 "2013-06-12T00:49:26Z")
About a year ago the oil stopped showing on the dipstick of my 95 Jeep Grand Cherokee. It is the original dipstick. I have changed the oil, filled it according to manual. It runs well, engine has no ticking (unless its l… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1781) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1783)