# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1794 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1795 --- ## [Rattling speaker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-speaker/79468)
**Author:** [@audie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/audie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-speaker/79468 "2013-05-23T21:57:31Z")
so i have a Volkswagen GTI (2003). a while ago i had to replace the radio/stereo (but not the speakers). now one or both of the speakers (i'm not sure which it is. icant tell from the drivers seat) in the back right … --- ## [My 1988 Family member](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-1988-family-member/79477)
**Author:** [@Flightrisk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flightrisk)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-1988-family-member/79477 "2013-05-23T21:38:50Z")
I have a 1988 Toyota pickup, standard trans, with a intermitant starting issue. the truck will start just fine on most days, but will only click when I try to start it just moments later for about a day, and then it's b… --- ## [Ford F-150 Trans. Pan Bolt Torque](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-trans-pan-bolt-torque/79447)
**Author:** [@pshoremo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pshoremo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-trans-pan-bolt-torque/79447 "2013-05-23T19:53:04Z")
Hi everyone, I'm finally getting around to replacing the trans. fluid in my truck and was just wondering if anyone would know the correct torque for the bolts on the trans. pan. The truck is a 1977 F-150, 4x4 with a 35… --- ## [2007 Saturn Vue Hybrid -- Did I cripple my air conditioner?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-vue-hybrid-did-i-cripple-my-air-conditioner/79471)
**Author:** [@jtk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-vue-hybrid-did-i-cripple-my-air-conditioner/79471 "2013-05-23T19:38:04Z")
Thanks in advance for the help and I apologize in advance for the long post. 11 months and 3 weeks ago a mechanic I trust replaced my a/c. Two weeks later I rear-ended another car. There was minor cosmetic damage but… --- ## [Hot 1956 Chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-1956-chevy/79473)
**Author:** [@Dewey611](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dewey611)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-1956-chevy/79473 "2013-05-23T18:03:02Z")
I have a 56 Belair with a small block 327 in it. Runs hot when idling or slow speed. Original radiator with brass cowling on top. Can the radiator be cored or cleaned out? Is there a fluid that will help? How about a spe… --- ## [$1800 and 3 weeks later and the car is still not fixed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1800-and-3-weeks-later-and-the-car-is-still-not-fixed/79475)
**Author:** [@powerbooter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerbooter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1800-and-3-weeks-later-and-the-car-is-still-not-fixed/79475 "2013-05-23T17:45:32Z")
Hi, first time poster here. I've got 2000 Volvo XC AWD. I also have a buddy who does great work and doesn't quit 'til the job is done, so I haven't had to go to an actual mechanic shop in a long time, and can't remember … --- ## [1994 Olds Cutlass Ciera, Acts like vacuum leak but isn't?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-olds-cutlass-ciera-acts-like-vacuum-leak-but-isnt/79464)
**Author:** [@Mstoobs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mstoobs)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 9:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-olds-cutlass-ciera-acts-like-vacuum-leak-but-isnt/79464 "2013-05-23T09:48:12Z")
I have a 94 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, (3.1L V6 GM3100 engine). When I start the engine it idles very rough and usually stalls if I put it in gear. Eventually once it warms up I can drive it, but when I do drive it's ext… --- ## [Crown victoria starts sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-victoria-starts-sometimes/79419)
**Author:** [@limolou](https://community.cartalk.com/u/limolou)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-victoria-starts-sometimes/79419 "2013-05-23T06:23:57Z")
I have a 2001 crown vic lx. Sometimes it starts, mostly don't. Alternator good. All power good. when turn key I get nothing, not even a click. Any suggestions --- ## [Driver side window only goes up in small increments](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-window-only-goes-up-in-small-increments/79043)
**Author:** [@Sabin07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sabin07)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 6:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-window-only-goes-up-in-small-increments/79043 "2013-05-23T06:10:39Z")
I have a 2001 cavalier Z24 with power windows and the driver side window will only go up about an inch at a time. After which it just stops and I have to wait about 5 minutes before it will move again. The window still g… --- ## [MPG changes on long trips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-changes-on-long-trips/79321)
**Author:** [@jxp7280](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jxp7280)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 5:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mpg-changes-on-long-trips/79321 "2013-05-23T05:47:47Z")
I have a 2001 Suburban, 5.3 liter, 2 wheel drive, automatic transmission. I often take 250 to 600 mile trips and track my MPG between gas fill ups/rest stops about every 2-3 hours. I use cruise control and maintain the s… --- ## [Wheel alignment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-alignment/79456)
**Author:** [@mapcartalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mapcartalk)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-alignment/79456 "2013-05-23T04:58:35Z")
Didn't notice any misalignment on car with old tires. After new tires were installed a pull to the right occurred. Took it to the tire place where front tires were rotated left switched with right. Pull to the right c… --- ## [Do small 4-seater gasoline airplane engines use a transmission?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-small-4-seater-gasoline-airplane-engines-use-a-transmission/79256)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-small-4-seater-gasoline-airplane-engines-use-a-transmission/79256 "2013-05-23T03:46:26Z")
I got to thinking the other day 'What if car owners had their engines completely rebuilt on a fixed schedule like airplane owners are required to do by the FAA? You know, where the mechanic takes the engine completely a… --- ## [1979 Camaro 305 V8](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-camaro-305-v8/79375)
**Author:** [@berlinetta5541](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berlinetta5541)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-camaro-305-v8/79375 "2013-05-23T02:55:58Z")
I have a 79 Camaro and I've gotten a new carb(2 bbl dueljet Rochester) and distributor on it. I got timing right I do believe. I have been having problems trying to get it to start. The car just cranks real fast( sounds… --- ## [Wind power costs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-power-costs/79302)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 177\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wind-power-costs/79302 "2013-05-23T02:27:59Z")
Not only are wind farms killing about 83,000 raptors (eagles, falcons, etc.) a year, they're getting a free pass for these repeated Federal crimes. And the administration is covering up the problem: apnews.excite.com/ar… --- ## [Van backfires and shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-backfires-and-shakes/79397)
**Author:** [@mikito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikito)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-backfires-and-shakes/79397 "2013-05-23T02:16:52Z")
I recently replace the left hand cylinder head on my 99 grand caravan 3.3l, because it had a broken bolt on head. Now it backfires and shakes when you are driving down the road already replace cam sensor,plugs, and did c… --- ## [My Truck Dies When Passenger Rides](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-truck-dies-when-passenger-rides/79469)
**Author:** [@jimfelder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimfelder)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-truck-dies-when-passenger-rides/79469 "2013-05-23T02:03:10Z")
My 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac only dies when someone rides in the front passenger seat. Then it won't start for at least 30 min to an hour. The time seams to vary. There is no warning light, no motor sounds or any kin… --- ## [Intermittent exhaust smell in cabin?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-exhaust-smell-in-cabin/79442)
**Author:** [@mattT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattT)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2013, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-exhaust-smell-in-cabin/79442 "2013-05-23T01:49:02Z")
'90 Maxima 256k.....recently I've noticed exhaust coming in through the vents when I have the ac on and have been idling or driving in slow traffic. I know I have a small exhaust manifold leak, because I hear the clicki… --- ## [Honda 1999 accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-1999-accord/79465)
**Author:** [@Marciah2o](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marciah2o)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-1999-accord/79465 "2013-05-22T22:56:55Z")
Hi guys! I've never heard of this happening and hope you can help me. my husband has a Honda 1999 accord with 260k + miles. he loves this car better than most things in the house, me included. Well recently it has beg… --- ## [OBD2 I/M Monitors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-i-m-monitors/79457)
**Author:** [@rdonovan1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rdonovan1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd2-i-m-monitors/79457 "2013-05-22T21:57:48Z")
I was wondering if anyone might happen to know as to how long it takes for the I/M Monitors on a 2000 Kia Sportage to activate. I am wondering because yesterday I took my car into the emissions station for the emissions … --- ## ['03 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 no abs pulsing brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-jeep-liberty-sport-4x4-no-abs-pulsing-brakes/79421)
**Author:** [@mjrose927](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjrose927)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-jeep-liberty-sport-4x4-no-abs-pulsing-brakes/79421 "2013-05-22T21:02:13Z")
When I apply the brakes to come to a full stop, at about 10-5mph before stopping my brakes begin to pulse. I feel it a lot in the steering wheel and in the pedal. BUT the pedal doesn't shudder as much as it feels like… --- ## [Mercedes 190E AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-190e-ac/79461)
**Author:** [@myomyx2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/myomyx2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-190e-ac/79461 "2013-05-22T20:53:57Z")
I just got a 1986 190e. The ac seems to work but when I turn the fan on the compressor shuts off. Am I doing something wrong ? --- ## [2007 Jeep Cherokee Smoking Alternator & Bad Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-cherokee-smoking-alternator-bad-battery/79462)
**Author:** [@CherokeeFan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CherokeeFan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-cherokee-smoking-alternator-bad-battery/79462 "2013-05-22T20:49:57Z")
So my sister's 2007 Jeep Cherokee Laredo died, seems all the lights went haywire, it started to smell like something burning so she turned it off. I took a look at it, seems the battery went bad with a bad cell (sucker w… --- ## [Stranded in BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stranded-in-bmw/79344)
**Author:** [@Lorean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lorean)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 9:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stranded-in-bmw/79344 "2013-05-22T09:19:53Z")
My 2006 325i BMW has been intermittently refusing to start. I had it into a dealer for 5 days last November and they could find nothing wrong with it. When it doesn't start the steering wheel lock light comes on, (though… --- ## [2002 Acura Revving Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-revving-question/79459)
**Author:** [@RGlenn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RGlenn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 8:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-revving-question/79459 "2013-05-22T08:40:10Z")
My 2002 Acura MDX is an automatic. Frequently while in the midst of driving and foot on gas, the car will all of a sudden rev as though it is in neutral. The RPMs rise and in order to gt the car to continue driving, I … --- ## [1998 Buick Regal ac pressures are weird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-regal-ac-pressures-are-weird/79432)
**Author:** [@dockrat100](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dockrat100)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 8:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-buick-regal-ac-pressures-are-weird/79432 "2013-05-22T08:15:40Z")
1998 Buick Regal has strange readings on the gauges. 80-85 degree ambient air temp, low pressure is 60, high is 125. I have 100 lbs of static pressure in the system with the engine off. I am getting some cool air, but I … --- ## [1995 Dodge Ram V6 3.9L timing chain rattle - fix or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-dodge-ram-v6-3-9l-timing-chain-rattle-fix-or-not/79453)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-dodge-ram-v6-3-9l-timing-chain-rattle-fix-or-not/79453 "2013-05-22T05:56:43Z")
I have been helping my neighbor with a neglected 1995 Dodge Ram with the 3.9L V6. This engine is called a "Magnum" but I have to say it is pretty gutless overall. Anyway, it has the famous clatter caused by the timing … --- ## [Neglected vehicle - coolant looks like coffee and is broken down - what to do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neglected-vehicle-coolant-looks-like-coffee-and-is-broken-down-what-to-do/79361)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neglected-vehicle-coolant-looks-like-coffee-and-is-broken-down-what-to-do/79361 "2013-05-22T05:34:11Z")
I have seen some nasty coolant in my day but I am working on another poor truck that has been neglected and the coolant is dead. I was replacing the power steering gear and changing the oil and happened to pop the cap o… --- ## [Question on disconnecting rear air AC on 98 tahoe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-on-disconnecting-rear-air-ac-on-98-tahoe/79431)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-on-disconnecting-rear-air-ac-on-98-tahoe/79431 "2013-05-22T03:34:38Z")
hello! just got an estimate on repairing/replacing freon lines that are leaking. EXPENSIVE!! 1200 bucks! anyway the rig has rear air and I asked if there would be any problem with disconnecting the rear air to save mon… --- ## [Help Service Engine soon light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-service-engine-soon-light/79067)
**Author:** [@irishliz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irishliz)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-service-engine-soon-light/79067 "2013-05-22T03:17:11Z")
Good afternoon, 1 have a 2006 nissan sentra about 58,100 miles. The car recieves the regular oil changes. I got a service engine light and a mechanic saw it. He scanned the car and nothing came up as a cause so he clea… --- ## [2003 Ford Windstar Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-windstar-transmission/79455)
**Author:** [@shelli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shelli)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-windstar-transmission/79455 "2013-05-22T03:14:40Z")
I have a vehicle that I was hoping would make it to the end of the year or so with because of credit issues. I just within the past week or less, am experiencing delayed shifting into 1st gear from stop, and a hard shift… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1793) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1795)