# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1793 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1794 --- ## [A/C clutch 1999 silverado 1500 4WD 5.3 litre](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-clutch-1999-silverado-1500-4wd-5-3-litre/79481)
**Author:** [@Texkoch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Texkoch)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-clutch-1999-silverado-1500-4wd-5-3-litre/79481 "2013-05-25T15:10:38Z")
The compressor works fine, the pressures are good, evaporator is showing 40\* F on gauges at 1500 rpm. I've bypassed the hi and low pressure cut out switches I drove it with them bypassed, and the clutch still kicks out… --- ## [Mitsubishi, galant 2008/ Vent air problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-galant-2008-vent-air-problem/79513)
**Author:** [@mare2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mare2000)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-galant-2008-vent-air-problem/79513 "2013-05-25T07:40:46Z")
Hello, I have a problem with my vent, when I only turn on front defrogger or my air conditioner it makes a roaring sound when turned on. Wondering what part may be bad and what the part may be inside that I need to get … --- ## [Engine problem in Chevy Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-problem-in-chevy-malibu/79512)
**Author:** [@Serena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Serena)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 7:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-problem-in-chevy-malibu/79512 "2013-05-25T07:25:10Z")
My 2005 Chevy Malibu (97,000 miles) started sounding like the motor was going to die tonight as I was idling. When I started to drive again, the motor sounded kind of noisy and the RPM's went up and down (from 1 to 2 and… --- ## [Large Coolant Leak From Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-coolant-leak-from-engine/79504)
**Author:** [@mrbarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrbarry)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 6:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/large-coolant-leak-from-engine/79504 "2013-05-25T06:45:16Z")
I drive a 2001 Ford Focus ZTS with ~133000. I just recently filled up my coolant reservoir with 50/50 coolant. 2 days later I needed to fill it again. I went through an entire jug of coolant in 4 days. It seems to be lea… --- ## [Radiator goo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-goo/79479)
**Author:** [@carol\_mo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carol_mo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 6:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-goo/79479 "2013-05-25T06:31:19Z")
\[image\] My honda pilot has 95,000 miles on it and was just serviced a month before I took a trip. It was driving fine and the engine started getting hot. It died as I drove down the exit ramp and the oil light came on … --- ## [Strange alternator and battery light problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-alternator-and-battery-light-problem/79502)
**Author:** [@Benedict](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Benedict)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 6:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-alternator-and-battery-light-problem/79502 "2013-05-25T06:19:10Z")
So let me preface this by saying that I bought the car used with 30k miles on it. At 35k miles I had to replace the alternator. I am sure the garage used aftermarket parts but it was a brand new alternator. I have had th… --- ## [Bumps in the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumps-in-the-road/79486)
**Author:** [@Ginsam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ginsam)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumps-in-the-road/79486 "2013-05-25T06:06:08Z")
I have a 2003 Pathfinder SE with 197K miles. Recently I noticed when I hit a bump in the road my speedometer drops to zero and my abs warning light comes on for a matter of seconds and then the speedometer goes back to … --- ## [1997 Acura RL CRAZY electrical problem?! help asap!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-rl-crazy-electrical-problem-help-asap/79499)
**Author:** [@jameswise09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameswise09)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-acura-rl-crazy-electrical-problem-help-asap/79499 "2013-05-25T03:26:24Z")
Alright guys, so here's the rundown. I got my Alternator replaced last week. Last night, I hit a very small bump, not even large enough to really cause me to slow down, and as soon as I did, my battery and brake lights… --- ## [1999 Park Avenue Ultra Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-park-avenue-ultra-stalls/79507)
**Author:** [@Hudzer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hudzer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-park-avenue-ultra-stalls/79507 "2013-05-25T02:46:31Z")
I own a 1999 Park Avenue Ultra. Recently it's developed a problem where the engine just stops when I'm driving. It happens at all speeds--on the highway, on local roads, in parking lots, or just idling. Starting up th… --- ## [Gas Mileage Sudden Drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-sudden-drop/77171)
**Author:** [@Gerry63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gerry63)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-sudden-drop/77171 "2013-05-25T02:20:23Z")
I have a 2004 Subaru Forrester with a 2.5L engine (non-turbo) and about 137,000 miles. I usually get just a bit more than 300 miles on a tank of gas. About 3 weeks ago, I took the car for a major tune up (and they also… --- ## [Does anybody know](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anybody-know/79492)
**Author:** [@trannyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trannyguy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2013, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anybody-know/79492 "2013-05-25T00:04:26Z")
my 1992 honda accord feels like it's running on three cylinders. i have replaced the distributor, the injectors,wires and nothing. does anybody know what it is? --- ## [Complete strut replacement parts list](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-strut-replacement-parts-list/79494)
**Author:** [@edinhell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edinhell)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-strut-replacement-parts-list/79494 "2013-05-24T23:54:47Z")
Hello, I have decided to be frugal and replace the struts on my wife's 2004 Accord EX. After harassing many people of various stages of knowledge, I have received many varying pieces of advice and I would love some c… --- ## [Somtimes it charges somtimes it don't](https://community.cartalk.com/t/somtimes-it-charges-somtimes-it-dont/79478)
**Author:** [@Naomayo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Naomayo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/somtimes-it-charges-somtimes-it-dont/79478 "2013-05-24T23:32:17Z")
So I have a very confusing problem. In my 92 Chevy Astro the battery occasionally stops charging runs down and dies while I am driving and will not restart via jump but must be fully charged. This first happened a coupl… --- ## [Brake noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-noise/79476)
**Author:** [@MKMD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MKMD)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-noise/79476 "2013-05-24T22:44:11Z")
I have a 2012 dodge caravan bought new. After about 6000 miles the left rear brake began making a grinding noise, only when applied, every time the car sat more than a few hours, that goes away after about 2-3 miles. It … --- ## [2005 Chrysler Sebring won't go above 2500 rpms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-wont-go-above-2500-rpms/79497)
**Author:** [@Dangcar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dangcar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-wont-go-above-2500-rpms/79497 "2013-05-24T21:01:06Z")
I have a Chrysler Sebring 2005 Engine cuts out at 2500 spurts stutters can't go above 35 mph... But still runs... No cruise available will not come on.. Engine light on... Which I guess from what I read is normal In "lim… --- ## [Ford Focus water pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-water-pump/79501)
**Author:** [@drinsomnia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drinsomnia)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-water-pump/79501 "2013-05-24T20:37:52Z")
Hi there, I have a 2004 Ford Focus with a 2.3 liter Duratec engine. The car has done 65,000 miles. My mechanic is recommending a preventative replacement of the water pump as he says he has seen a number of them fail… --- ## [1999 ford expedition 5.4L humming](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-expedition-5-4l-humming/79387)
**Author:** [@kparchment](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kparchment)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-expedition-5-4l-humming/79387 "2013-05-24T20:15:05Z")
I have been hearing a loudish (I can hear it in the cab) humming noise coming from the engine bay. I don't hear it when the truck is cold (1 to 5 minutes after starting), seems to get louder at it its peak (the more I dr… --- ## [Could a Gilligan's Island mechanic replace a front wheel bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-gilligans-island-mechanic-replace-a-front-wheel-bearing/79458)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-gilligans-island-mechanic-replace-a-front-wheel-bearing/79458 "2013-05-24T19:45:06Z")
On this past weekend's show (5/19/2013) one of the callers wanted to know if he could replace his own front wheel bearing. The car is a VW Golf, so the wheel bearing, at least part of it, is pressed into the steering … --- ## [Car pre-purchase question on 1999 Civic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pre-purchase-question-on-1999-civic/79452)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-pre-purchase-question-on-1999-civic/79452 "2013-05-24T19:19:43Z")
I have a friend who doesn't have a lot of money and has been offered a basic form of transport by her family for what I think is a decent price ($1000). She asked me what I thought. Anyway, it is a beater 1999 Civic th… --- ## [Car Ticking on Passenger Side In Glove Compartment Area in Chevy Aveo 2007](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-ticking-on-passenger-side-in-glove-compartment-area-in-chevy-aveo-2007/79498)
**Author:** [@Makeeda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Makeeda)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-ticking-on-passenger-side-in-glove-compartment-area-in-chevy-aveo-2007/79498 "2013-05-24T18:05:37Z")
Hello Everyone, I have a chevy aveo 2007; and some ticking just started on the passenger side in the glove compartment area. It ticks when I am driving on sitting still. Can anyone help. Thank you. --- ## [Car wont start....car wont turn over....makes a click noise when you turn the key...?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-car-wont-turn-over-makes-a-click-noise-when-you-turn-the-key/79472)
**Author:** [@v6lady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/v6lady)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 8:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-car-wont-turn-over-makes-a-click-noise-when-you-turn-the-key/79472 "2013-05-24T08:50:14Z")
So i have a 1996 honda accord, i recently just got a new motor put in it. Its a used motor but a good one. I picked the car up from the shop yesterday, i drove it all day yesterday and today. It drives and sounds soooo m… --- ## [Toyota 4 runner, inlow 4 wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-4-runner-inlow-4-wheel/79493)
**Author:** [@chud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chud)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-4-runner-inlow-4-wheel/79493 "2013-05-24T06:25:56Z")
when checking out to buy this vehicle I noticed that in low 4 wheel ,being on pavement just to check out engagement. I gave it gas it started to move and then it was like it jumped when engaging. I then put it in high… --- ## [Tire Recommendations?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-recommendations/79451)
**Author:** [@smile13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smile13)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-recommendations/79451 "2013-05-24T05:38:10Z")
I need 4 new tires for a 2004 Ford Escape Limited 4x4...any suggestions? I don't want top of the line simply because of expense, but I live in the Midwest, and need something reliable for the winter months. A local shop … --- ## [Trans. Dipstick Fluid Level](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-dipstick-fluid-level/79490)
**Author:** [@pshoremo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pshoremo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-dipstick-fluid-level/79490 "2013-05-24T05:19:32Z")
Ok, here we go. I have a strange one for you. I replaced the trans. filter, put the pan on with a new gasket and put in about 7 quarts tran. fluid. I also put on a new dipstick tube and dipstick. The dipstick is long… --- ## [Seeking recommendations for quiet AWD wagon or SUV with low road noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-recommendations-for-quiet-awd-wagon-or-suv-with-low-road-noise/79470)
**Author:** [@haricot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/haricot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-recommendations-for-quiet-awd-wagon-or-suv-with-low-road-noise/79470 "2013-05-24T04:20:00Z")
I live in Oregon where studded tires shred all paved roads and make driving on the highway incredibly noisy. In the past, I've had cars, such as an Audi A4 and A6, that have been quiet elsewhere, but they are loud here. … --- ## [Clutch Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-noise/79426)
**Author:** [@vette1989](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vette1989)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-noise/79426 "2013-05-24T04:09:25Z")
I have a 1987 Camaro with a 305 TPI V-8, with a 5-speed manual transmission. I rebuilt the transmission, and installed a new clutch, pressure plate, throw out bearing, and had the fly wheel ground (which the machine sho… --- ## [Judging oxygen sensor condition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/judging-oxygen-sensor-condition/79454)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/judging-oxygen-sensor-condition/79454 "2013-05-24T03:58:05Z")
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan 3.3L V6, 155k If there's no CEL, does that assure that O2 sensors are good? Do they / can they deteriorate slowly over time without causing a CEL, but causing a slight impact on fuel economy? … --- ## [P144a](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p144a/79485)
**Author:** [@helle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helle)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p144a/79485 "2013-05-24T02:52:36Z")
I own a Ford escape 2010. the engine light stays on continously. The car wont pass inspection (required in MA). I just took the car to an Auto service place and they came up with the code P144A. Ford dealership refus… --- ## [Chrysler 300M engine light - o2 sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300m-engine-light-o2-sensor/79466)
**Author:** [@LLib](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LLib)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-300m-engine-light-o2-sensor/79466 "2013-05-24T01:57:01Z")
My engine light is on (2002 Chrysler 300M). The car does not even have 60,000 miles although it is ten years old. The primary codes that have shown on quick diagnostic are: p0135. ALSO once -- possibly either p0141 o… --- ## [1997 Accord "Catching its Breath"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-accord-catching-its-breath/79333)
**Author:** [@Lilred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lilred)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2013, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-accord-catching-its-breath/79333 "2013-05-24T01:04:33Z")
I have a 1997 Honda Accord, 156k miles, 4cyl. Last month, at a stoplight, in regular idle, the car seemed to be trying to "catch a breath" and jerk forward just slightly. At another stoplight same day, it really felt lik… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1792) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1794)