# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1783 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1784 --- ## [Damage after tire blow out on highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damage-after-tire-blow-out-on-highway/79810)
**Author:** [@shorthand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shorthand)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/damage-after-tire-blow-out-on-highway/79810 "2013-06-11T20:05:35Z")
I have a 1997 Honda CR-V with 170k on it. I am on the road moving from the east coast to the west coast with a CRV full of belongings. Yesterday the tire tread came off my tire going 65mph on highway 70 west. The tire… --- ## [Locked out for 3 days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locked-out-for-3-days/79804)
**Author:** [@Joe-Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe-Guy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/locked-out-for-3-days/79804 "2013-06-11T19:28:38Z")
This is the first time I've been able to log in for three days. I kept getting a message that there is a problem and I could go no further. I tried emailing Cartalk, but unless I missed something, when I go to "Contac… --- ## [Timing belt blues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-blues/79803)
**Author:** [@mada](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mada)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-blues/79803 "2013-06-11T18:29:00Z")
I have an 01 subaru impreza with 185000 miles. The timing belt broke while I was driving. I gave the mechanic five-hundred for parts and labor but then he told me the engine would need to be pulled to fixed damaged head … --- ## [Haynes repair manual vs chiltons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haynes-repair-manual-vs-chiltons/79332)
**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/haynes-repair-manual-vs-chiltons/79332 "2013-06-11T16:37:26Z")
I like the Haynes manuals as opposed to chiltons. the Haynes assumes I am an idiot and shows me pictures. the chiltons assumes I am a mechanic and know the names of the parts. usually I don t like it when I am assumed to… --- ## [2001 chevy astro van will not start, 4.6L V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevy-astro-van-will-not-start-4-6l-v6/79734)
**Author:** [@mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mechanic)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevy-astro-van-will-not-start-4-6l-v6/79734 "2013-06-11T16:03:53Z")
2001 chevrolet astro van won't start, I have spark and fuel. compression ok. --- ## [2008 Volvo S60 or 2009 Passat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-s60-or-2009-passat/79801)
**Author:** [@kmk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmk)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-volvo-s60-or-2009-passat/79801 "2013-06-11T06:22:41Z")
I currently own two cars and I need to sell one of them. “My” car is a 2008 Volvo S60 with 29,000 miles. I inherited a 2009 VW Passat with 49,000 miles. So one car is a year newer, but one care has 20,000 fewer miles. … --- ## [Boats!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boats/79672)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boats/79672 "2013-06-11T04:37:09Z")
I've never heard such a lubberly pair of grass-combing buggers in all my life. You live by the Atlantic for Pete's sake. Boats that have two motors generally have them in two different rotations for two important reasons… --- ## [1995 Toyota Avalon Power Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-avalon-power-steering/79807)
**Author:** [@ayesaylor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ayesaylor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-toyota-avalon-power-steering/79807 "2013-06-11T04:14:12Z")
My '95 Avalon with 120K miles drive & handles like a Lexus. Had the power steering pump replaced 18month ago. Still has a small leak of power steering fluid. Which lines are likely to leak and how much should it cost to … --- ## [Timing Chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/79763)
**Author:** [@macbeth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macbeth)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/79763 "2013-06-11T03:23:49Z")
I recently read Tom & Ray's comments on what to expect on price and maintenance when a timing chain is replaced. My mechanic suggests we change out ours on our 2004 Volvo even though my wife has only 74,500 miles on the … --- ## [Is 8 years newer model worth much in a honda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-8-years-newer-model-worth-much-in-a-honda/79708)
**Author:** [@its-still-a-honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/its-still-a-honda)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-8-years-newer-model-worth-much-in-a-honda/79708 "2013-06-11T03:17:31Z")
Hello, I have the opportunity to upgrade from a 1997 honda accord w 191,000 miles, to a 2005 accord with 147,000 miles, very well maintained, for 8000 dollars. any opinions on how much of a benefit is the cars eight … --- ## [Replace my cracked windshield before selling it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-cracked-windshield-before-selling-it/79784)
**Author:** [@stephgreene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephgreene)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-cracked-windshield-before-selling-it/79784 "2013-06-11T03:05:47Z")
I have a 2010 Mini Cooper that is fully loaded, in perfect condition, and low miles, except a crack in the windshield. I have had the windshield crack repaired, but it's still visible, and I am planning on selling it in … --- ## [Sorento oil leak & rip off repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sorento-oil-leak-rip-off-repairs/79750)
**Author:** [@Terra\_ferma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terra_ferma)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sorento-oil-leak-rip-off-repairs/79750 "2013-06-11T01:23:01Z")
My 2004 sorento was leaking oil. mechanic said valve covers bad. $500. repair did not stop leak. mecchanic said oh, rear main seal leak. another $500. continues to leak.. what to do? what else might cause it to… --- ## [Emission tune up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emission-tune-up/79791)
**Author:** [@Sherye](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sherye)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 1:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emission-tune-up/79791 "2013-06-11T01:09:44Z")
I was told by the Toyota service people I need this when doing my oil changes every 20 to 25,000 miles to keep my mileage up . . They clean out the carbon so the gas sprays vs. spurts out . . Is this really necessary… --- ## [2008 Grand Caravan Intermittent Radio problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-grand-caravan-intermittent-radio-problem/79802)
**Author:** [@GB1965](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GB1965)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-grand-caravan-intermittent-radio-problem/79802 "2013-06-11T00:02:37Z")
I have a weird problem with the radio in our 2008 Grand Caravan. About 2 or 3 weeks ago, the sound just stopped. The radio display still worked, time, channel, volume, just no sound. The sound would come back after the v… --- ## [2009 Jeep Patriot ABS problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-abs-problems/79749)
**Author:** [@dwillia599](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwillia599)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-abs-problems/79749 "2013-06-10T22:36:59Z")
I previously owned a 97 Jeep Cherokee and put 175,000 miles on it and had almost no maintenance problems. Now I have a 2009 Jeep Patriot with about 50,000 miles. I have replaced an ABS wheel speed sensor 3 times and now … --- ## [1987 Chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-chevy/79799)
**Author:** [@umteman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/umteman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-chevy/79799 "2013-06-10T03:58:16Z")
May 31I bought a 1987 Chevy Celebrity for $700.00. Initially it ran fine after just a slight hesitation when the accelerator was first pressed. With a little more gas applied it smoothed out and ran well. Yesterday I too… --- ## [2004 Kia Spectra EX (2.0L Engine) - Sputters and Hesitates When Accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-spectra-ex-2-0l-engine-sputters-and-hesitates-when-accelerating/79787)
**Author:** [@gmrush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmrush)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-kia-spectra-ex-2-0l-engine-sputters-and-hesitates-when-accelerating/79787 "2013-06-10T03:25:06Z")
I have a 2004 Kia Spectra EX that has begun to sputter and hesitate when I am accelerating, regardless of whether I am accelerating from a standstill or on the highway. It feels like the engine is either not getting eno… --- ## [2011 Camry - something rattles into place about .25 miles into driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-something-rattles-into-place-about-25-miles-into-driving/79772)
**Author:** [@shu418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shu418)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-camry-something-rattles-into-place-about-25-miles-into-driving/79772 "2013-06-10T03:17:58Z")
Hi All, I have a 2011 Camry, and I noticed about 6 months ago that when I'm driving the car after its been at rest for several hours, within about a quarter of a mile into the drive, there is this slight rattle/click, … --- ## [Should I buy this Audi Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-audi-wagon/79751)
**Author:** [@M111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/M111)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-audi-wagon/79751 "2013-06-10T03:08:57Z")
I am looking at an A4 Qauttro Wagon. It is a 2010, low mileage and seemingly in great shape. The owner disclosed an accident that was fixed and Carfax indicates that there was structural damage. The owner has documen… --- ## [Ford Twin Cities Assembly Plant in St. Paul to start demo Monday-sand mine tour](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-twin-cities-assembly-plant-in-st-paul-to-start-demo-monday-sand-mine-tour/79794)
**Author:** [@bing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bing)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2013, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-twin-cities-assembly-plant-in-st-paul-to-start-demo-monday-sand-mine-tour/79794 "2013-06-10T00:43:21Z")
I ran across this unauthorized exploration of the sand mines below the Twin Cities Ford Assembly Plant to be demolished starting on Monday. It was interesting and thought some might be interested. They used to mine sil… --- ## [Check Engine light... AGAIN! (Mazda6s)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-again-mazda6s/79607)
**Author:** [@Gordol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gordol)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2013, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-again-mazda6s/79607 "2013-06-09T22:33:30Z")
Check Engine light, again. 2003 Mazda 6s, 151k miles, single owner. A couple weeks ago, my check engine light came on, code was read as P0174. Per the lookup, the definition is "Lean air/fuel ration bank 2" and this m… --- ## [Brake issue with 95 jeep grand cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-issue-with-95-jeep-grand-cherokee/79795)
**Author:** [@cdavern](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdavern)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2013, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-issue-with-95-jeep-grand-cherokee/79795 "2013-06-09T20:19:46Z")
the caliper/bracket has worn down on the front brakes to the point that I am replacing pads couple of times a year and they vibrate excessively when braking hard like on a hill. on other year years, these parts are sepa… --- ## [2005 Chevy Trailblazer sounds like a diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-trailblazer-sounds-like-a-diesel/79796)
**Author:** [@shogy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shogy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2013, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-trailblazer-sounds-like-a-diesel/79796 "2013-06-09T06:11:24Z")
Hi everyone. I am brand new so bear with me. I am in desperate need of advice, and remember too that I know practically nothing about automobiles. I have a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS L6 4.2L 4X4. In the past year … --- ## [04 Jetta won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-jetta-wont-start/79720)
**Author:** [@koenig71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/koenig71)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2013, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-jetta-wont-start/79720 "2013-06-09T04:08:54Z")
We have a 2004 Jetta with about 92,000 miles on it. We bought it used in October 2012 after 3 months needed rebuilt transmission, and many other problems but the most recent has been costly with no mechanic being able to… --- ## [Dealer rip off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-rip-off/79658)
**Author:** [@nfisheremti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nfisheremti)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2013, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-rip-off/79658 "2013-06-08T18:50:53Z")
my wife recently brought our 2009 ford flex to the local ford dealer for service. the passenger side airbag light would not go off. while she was there, she asked about the driver's side heated seat (which no longer wor… --- ## [A feel-good story](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-feel-good-story/79786)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2013, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-feel-good-story/79786 "2013-06-08T16:46:33Z")
...about how the automotive technology students at a NJ Vocational School are helping to lift an elderly man's spirits by restoring his 1969 AMX. And, of course, in the process, the students are gaining a lot of knowled… --- ## [Brake light problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-light-problems/79778)
**Author:** [@Serenity863](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Serenity863)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2013, 6:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-light-problems/79778 "2013-06-08T06:43:10Z")
I was told by a few people that one of my brake lights was out so i took it to autozone to have them help replace the bulb. When the guy went to make my brake lights light up to see which side needed replacing, both lig… --- ## [I.D. Wires On The H4 Socket Connector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-d-wires-on-the-h4-socket-connector/79790)
**Author:** [@Schooner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Schooner)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2013, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-d-wires-on-the-h4-socket-connector/79790 "2013-06-08T05:30:59Z")
Hi Guys Bought a H4 Socket Connector which has three (3) colored wires I.e. Black I know is: Ground. However, the two (2) others; Yellow & Green. Questions: What is the Yellow? and what is the Green wire use for? --- ## [Volvo S60 2002 Engine Shaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s60-2002-engine-shaking/79726)
**Author:** [@atsingh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/atsingh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2013, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s60-2002-engine-shaking/79726 "2013-06-07T22:20:33Z")
Hi all, Wondering if we can get some help with this. My wife has a 2002 Volvo S60 that we share with ~165,000 miles on it now. In the last 4-5 years or so, it developed this problem of feeling like the whole engine is … --- ## [Torque converter vs. catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-converter-vs-catalytic-converter/79785)
**Author:** [@deller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deller)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2013, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-converter-vs-catalytic-converter/79785 "2013-06-07T19:27:30Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Pilot with a rebuilt transmission. I am having two problems: 1) car shakes when at a stop in park (sounds like a diesel) and 2) no power in reverse when trying to back up a hill. The mechanic who r… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1782) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1784)