# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1800 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1801 --- ## [98 Ford Mustang Hard Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-ford-mustang-hard-start/76572)
**Author:** [@manda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manda)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-ford-mustang-hard-start/76572 "2013-05-14T05:36:52Z")
Simple question: Is it possible that battery problem/corrosion in battery cables would allow car to crank but not start on first try when cold? (Car normally starts on 2nd or 3rd try). I've read some places that if ca… --- ## [Honda 94 ex odometer dashboard!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-94-ex-odometer-dashboard/79293)
**Author:** [@Junior408](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Junior408)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-94-ex-odometer-dashboard/79293 "2013-05-14T04:58:55Z")
I have a problem with my Odometer it does not work. How do I fix it? Today I fix a censor and the speedometer works now but the odometer does not. Please Help! --- ## [Engine oil in the automatic transmission line](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-in-the-automatic-transmission-line/79290)
**Author:** [@lizzy1023](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lizzy1023)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-in-the-automatic-transmission-line/79290 "2013-05-14T02:48:51Z")
A significant amount of engine oil was added to my automatic transmission line. I drove the car (2010 subaru forester) for about 10,000 miles. I noticed the transmission slipping. I brought it to the dealer. They found t… --- ## [1999 Subaru Impreza Wagon, soft & pulsing brakes, now brake line blown](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-impreza-wagon-soft-pulsing-brakes-now-brake-line-blown/79288)
**Author:** [@MMaxwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MMaxwell)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-impreza-wagon-soft-pulsing-brakes-now-brake-line-blown/79288 "2013-05-14T02:41:58Z")
I have a 1999 Subaru Impreza Wagon that I have owned for about 2.5 years, and I love it. I travel for work and I use rental cars alot. I have noticed in the past year that my brakes feel softer than most cars I driv… --- ## [Mazda 3 2006 Intermittent failure to start. Continues after new battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-intermittent-failure-to-start-continues-after-new-battery/79289)
**Author:** [@Mazda\_Sandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mazda_Sandy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-2006-intermittent-failure-to-start-continues-after-new-battery/79289 "2013-05-14T02:17:59Z")
I have a very reliable Mazda 3 2006. For the last month I have had a problem with it refusing to start. I put the key in the ignition, turn it on and nothing. No start, no grinding, no clicking, no sound at all. Got a ne… --- ## [Altima surges at stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/altima-surges-at-stop/79250)
**Author:** [@TimW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TimW)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/altima-surges-at-stop/79250 "2013-05-14T01:27:17Z")
I have a 2001 Nissan Altima. Recently it started to surge when I come to a stop. It doesn't always happen, in fact it can do fine for a day or so. But every once in a while, when coming to a stop, the engine rev's up to … --- ## [Brake Release or U Joint issue - "pop" or "kunk" noise when releasing brake pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-release-or-u-joint-issue-pop-or-kunk-noise-when-releasing-brake-pedal/79287)
**Author:** [@Ryan\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan_S)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-release-or-u-joint-issue-pop-or-kunk-noise-when-releasing-brake-pedal/79287 "2013-05-14T01:04:54Z")
Toyota 4Runner 2000 SR5 (RWD): I've been noticing that when I come to a complete stop, then release my brake pedal, there is a pop or a "kunk" sound in the rear of the vehicle. The noise can also be felt. It happens be… --- ## [Which hybrid to buy...if any](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-hybrid-to-buy-if-any/77159)
**Author:** [@Brewer0510](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brewer0510)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-hybrid-to-buy-if-any/77159 "2013-05-14T00:58:05Z")
Given the scary results of the IIHS front impact crash tests for the Toyota Prius V and Camry hybrids, and the class action suit(s) against Ford for misrepresenting mpg for the C-Max and Fusion hybrids, can you recommend… --- ## [Trunk Volume](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-volume/79213)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunk-volume/79213 "2013-05-14T00:14:42Z")
I consider buying a new sedan and trunk volume is a criteria for me. Where can I find trunk volume for the following cars: Cruze, Dart, Elantra, Mazda3 Thank you! --- ## [New Car Speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-speed/79251)
**Author:** [@Chichi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chichi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2013, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-speed/79251 "2013-05-14T00:02:25Z")
How fast can we take our new 2013 Outback the first 500 -1,000 miles? Can we take it for a 2.5 hour trip on a the Mass Pike. The speed will definitely be at least 70 mph or so. --- ## [Electric fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-fuel-pump/79051)
**Author:** [@motobobby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/motobobby)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-fuel-pump/79051 "2013-05-13T23:30:26Z")
I have a 49 mercury,flathead, 6-volt,positive ground with and electric fuel pump. The pump pushes fuel in both accessory and ignition positions, however when the car is running, the pump stops working and fuel pressure d… --- ## [Ventilated seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ventilated-seats/79279)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ventilated-seats/79279 "2013-05-13T23:20:24Z")
Sounds like a nice idea, but seems to me all those little holes would be a cleaning nighmare. One coffee spill, and you have an impossible cleanup situation. Does anyone have actual experience with these things? --- ## [My crazy hyuandai elentra, what a problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-crazy-hyuandai-elentra-what-a-problem/79285)
**Author:** [@noneck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noneck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-crazy-hyuandai-elentra-what-a-problem/79285 "2013-05-13T22:56:36Z")
i have been experiencing a crazy problem, my vehicle makes clicking noises from door area, this happens when car is moving or sitting. when i left my car parked for two days the car would not start. My mechenic thinks t… --- ## [2000 Subaru outback stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-stalling/79068)
**Author:** [@Alice\_M](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alice_M)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-subaru-outback-stalling/79068 "2013-05-13T21:56:09Z")
Hello, I have a 2000 Subaru outback (150,000 miles). Recently after starting, the car will feel sluggish or like it's pulling. When I come to a complete stop it will shake and feel like it's about to shut off... and re… --- ## [Complete loss of power when accelerating 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-loss-of-power-when-accelerating-1994-jeep-grand-cherokee/79280)
**Author:** [@dantracht](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dantracht)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/complete-loss-of-power-when-accelerating-1994-jeep-grand-cherokee/79280 "2013-05-13T21:45:38Z")
The below is from my girlfriend, about her 1994 Grand Cherokee Laredo, 100,000 miles: Driving out to see my BF this afternoon I noticed when I accelerated it hesitated a bit. I didn't think anything of it so I let it … --- ## [Mobil 1 - freq of oil change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobil-1-freq-of-oil-change/79214)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobil-1-freq-of-oil-change/79214 "2013-05-13T20:01:59Z")
1999 Integra 4Dr Auto I have moved to Mobil 1 from Valvoline synthetic (oil change every 5k) and I drive mostly in town. With Mobil 1 syn, it looks to me I could do every 8k? Any thoughts? What is the difference b… --- ## [Good replacement car for 2001 Cadillac 4.6L Northstar?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-replacement-car-for-2001-cadillac-4-6l-northstar/79246)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-replacement-car-for-2001-cadillac-4-6l-northstar/79246 "2013-05-13T19:45:21Z")
A friend and neighbor owns a 2001 Cadillac Deville with the 4.6L Northstar engine. She recently began complaining of excess oil usage (1 quart every 200 miles or so) and I began looking into this issue. This car was neve… --- ## [2003 GMC 1/2 ton HD - transmission temps when towing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-1-2-ton-hd-transmission-temps-when-towing/79276)
**Author:** [@Dippel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dippel)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-1-2-ton-hd-transmission-temps-when-towing/79276 "2013-05-13T16:54:22Z")
I live in colorado. A 2000 -3000 ft climb in elevation is pretty common. I have about 140,000 miles. I've flushed my transmission twice so far during the life of the vehicle, last was about 30,000 miles ago. My trans… --- ## [Getting ready for three state trip, need to prepare car mechanically to maximize fuel efficiencey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-ready-for-three-state-trip-need-to-prepare-car-mechanically-to-maximize-fuel-efficiencey/79181)
**Author:** [@JSANBO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JSANBO)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-ready-for-three-state-trip-need-to-prepare-car-mechanically-to-maximize-fuel-efficiencey/79181 "2013-05-13T13:27:50Z")
I have a 280k mile 1991 explorer to get ready to tow a VW beetle 1400 miles. i need to know what would help getting better gas mileage --- ## [Replace 17in OEM all-season wheels/tires with 15in wheels/snow tires 2012 subaru outback?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-17in-oem-all-season-wheels-tires-with-15in-wheels-snow-tires-2012-subaru-outback/79231)
**Author:** [@Augsburger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Augsburger)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-17in-oem-all-season-wheels-tires-with-15in-wheels-snow-tires-2012-subaru-outback/79231 "2013-05-13T05:10:54Z")
Hello, i have a 2012 subaru outback AWD. Can i replace all 4 17in OEM wheels/all-season tires with 4 15in wheels/snow tires? i ask because i have the 15in wheels/snow tires already from another car. can these be used or … --- ## [A slight "stumbling/hesitation" sensation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-slight-stumbling-hesitation-sensation/79249)
**Author:** [@Norman-M](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Norman-M)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-slight-stumbling-hesitation-sensation/79249 "2013-05-13T04:50:19Z")
Maybe somebody can help me. I have a '97 Toyota Tacoma, two-wheel drive. It has 154,000 miles on it. During the last three weeks, there's been a hesitation/ stumbling sensation happening occasionally in the first three… --- ## [Front Left Turn Signal Goes Out Frequently (Once a week or more)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-left-turn-signal-goes-out-frequently-once-a-week-or-more/79275)
**Author:** [@BeardyManDango](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeardyManDango)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-left-turn-signal-goes-out-frequently-once-a-week-or-more/79275 "2013-05-13T04:46:59Z")
For a little over a month now, the front left turn signal has gone out at least once a week. I have been continuing to buy new bulbs for it, and it would run for a few days, then quit on me again. Just today, it happen… --- ## [Check engine light stays on-lean fuel mixture](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-stays-on-lean-fuel-mixture/79264)
**Author:** [@Bugsyg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bugsyg)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-stays-on-lean-fuel-mixture/79264 "2013-05-13T04:35:53Z")
The "Check Engine Light" is on. When I brought it in for the annual inspection (NY), the diagnosis was "lean fuel mixture". The fuel filter was replaced (the car has over 110,000 miles on it), and some adjustments were… --- ## [2012 Honda Accord Electrical problems!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-electrical-problems/79257)
**Author:** [@MaundaB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaundaB)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-electrical-problems/79257 "2013-05-13T04:26:16Z")
Hello, I drove around executing my Saturday miscellany and had no problems with my car. I had evening plans, and the car kinda started freaking out! When I got in the car to leave, the windshield wipers starting "wiping"… --- ## [Multiple clutch problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/multiple-clutch-problems/79005)
**Author:** [@Vpastor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vpastor)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/multiple-clutch-problems/79005 "2013-05-13T04:14:14Z")
I have a 2007 Mustang V6 45000 Miles. I bought it brand new from the factory ten miles on the car. I have has three clutches replaced in the past 4 year. I have been told by the GM of the chain transmission shop that he … --- ## [Unknown vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-vibration/79273)
**Author:** [@s10v8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/s10v8)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unknown-vibration/79273 "2013-05-13T03:59:37Z")
I just put a sbc (small block chevy) in my 91 s10. i am now getting a vibration while im in park. You dont feel it until you push the gas. i just replaced the flexplate and it got a little better but it still vibrates. A… --- ## [1999 Volvo V70 starts but stalls intermittently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volvo-v70-starts-but-stalls-intermittently/79270)
**Author:** [@michellefreelife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michellefreelife)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-volvo-v70-starts-but-stalls-intermittently/79270 "2013-05-13T03:57:48Z")
My 1999 Volvo V70 is having intermittent issues starting/stalling out. Sometimes it will start right up and go, other times, it will start and the rpms will fluctuate then it stalls/shuts off or will go in gear but fluct… --- ## [I have a van and it wont start.....what do i do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-van-and-it-wont-start-what-do-i-do/79229)
**Author:** [@Flowergirl22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flowergirl22)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-van-and-it-wont-start-what-do-i-do/79229 "2013-05-13T03:52:06Z")
I've had this '96 Dodge Caravan for just over a year now and suddenly I go to try and start it and it will almost start but then stop. All my dash comes on like it supposed to but when I turn my key it just stuggles and … --- ## [Does anyone else miss being able to listen to the last months shows?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-else-miss-being-able-to-listen-to-the-last-months-shows/79267)
**Author:** [@random\_name\_06543481](https://community.cartalk.com/u/random_name_06543481)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-else-miss-being-able-to-listen-to-the-last-months-shows/79267 "2013-05-13T03:41:57Z")
I rarely get to listen to the show anymore but about once a month I spend a weekend morning working around the house and like to listen to the last several episodes of Car Talk. It looks like it is down to just the curr… --- ## [Car/SUV Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suv-suggestions/79268)
**Author:** [@Alli420](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alli420)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2013, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suv-suggestions/79268 "2013-05-13T00:45:24Z")
I am going to be getting a new car but really indecisive and unsure of what I should get and would love some suggestions and reasons! I am looking for something with 4wd, good for off roading, and preferably good mpg s… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1799) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1801)