# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=181 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 182 --- ## [Running engine with valve cover removed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-engine-with-valve-cover-removed/188988)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-engine-with-valve-cover-removed/188988 "2023-02-06T15:22:16Z")
Diy’er curiosity. My Chilton’s repair manual for early 70’s Ford trucks suggests it is possible to run the V8 302 engine for a short time, at idle, with a valve cover removed; e.g. to diagnose valve noises. I’d gue… --- ## [How to clean "water spots" on instrument panel lens?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-clean-water-spots-on-instrument-panel-lens/188956)
**Author:** [@frankinlaredo\_184005](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frankinlaredo_184005)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-clean-water-spots-on-instrument-panel-lens/188956 "2023-02-06T13:06:32Z")
I just bought this car, and the spots on the instrument panel lens are annoying. Any success cleaning something like this? --- ## [Yes, warming up your cold car can causengine damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-warming-up-your-cold-car-can-causengine-damage/188095)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 104\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-warming-up-your-cold-car-can-causengine-damage/188095 "2023-02-06T05:50:12Z")
In the garage we keep themergencyehicle hood covered with a sheet draped down over the front and electric skillet turned on to warm thentirengine compartment. --- ## [Update on my oil drinking Hyundai](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-on-my-oil-drinking-hyundai/188970)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-on-my-oil-drinking-hyundai/188970 "2023-02-06T04:16:14Z")
I went ahead and drained the full synthetic Pennzoil at 1800 miles and went back to my semi synthetic motorcraft. I had to know what caused the sudden thirst for oil. So after another 1800 miles the level has moved abou… --- ## [Engine Cranks but Wont Turn Over. No Spark At All](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cranks-but-wont-turn-over-no-spark-at-all/188846)
**Author:** [@Code3gamingofficial01\_183914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Code3gamingofficial01_183914)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cranks-but-wont-turn-over-no-spark-at-all/188846 "2023-02-06T03:46:32Z")
I Fixed my Fuel Pump issue and went to Crank my 97’ Dodge Ram 1500 5.2l and It Didnt Turn Over. Checked all the Fuses and they are fine. Went to check the Coil Pack with the Spark Tester and it didnt light up. Checked it… --- ## [10 most dangerous vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-most-dangerous-vehicles/188844)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2023, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-most-dangerous-vehicles/188844 "2023-02-06T02:09:53Z")
\#1. Ford F-Series (F-150, F-250, F-350) Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 10,845 #2. Chevrolet Silverado Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 7,718 #3. Honda Accord – Total Fatal Crashes (2014-2018): 5,079 #4. Toyota Cam… --- ## [2005 Saturn Redline repair or sell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-redline-repair-or-sell/188960)
**Author:** [@Eversole.s.l\_183180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eversole.s.l_183180)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-redline-repair-or-sell/188960 "2023-02-05T21:11:36Z")
I have a 2005 Saturn Vue Redline 3.5 liter awd. It has 96000 miles. My mechanic wants to charge the following. It needs a timing belt @$1150, brakes (front disc and rear drums @$1200. It also has2 cam shaft oil leaks @$8… --- ## [Something along the lines when Tom and Ray said to put a black tape over the light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-along-the-lines-when-tom-and-ray-said-to-put-a-black-tape-over-the-light/188943)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-along-the-lines-when-tom-and-ray-said-to-put-a-black-tape-over-the-light/188943 "2023-02-05T14:56:35Z")
--- ## [2011 BMW X1 - Why does my car pull right?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-x1-why-does-my-car-pull-right/188959)
**Author:** [@Cathygirod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cathygirod)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-x1-why-does-my-car-pull-right/188959 "2023-02-05T14:51:38Z")
What what make the front wheel pull to the right --- ## [Waiting in line for a chance to buy a new E-Ray Corvette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waiting-in-line-for-a-chance-to-buy-a-new-e-ray-corvette/188890)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waiting-in-line-for-a-chance-to-buy-a-new-e-ray-corvette/188890 "2023-02-05T02:23:19Z")
On Local news last night here in NH they were showing the people waiting line to put their name on a list to buy a new E-Ray corvette. MacMulkin Chevrolet in Nashua NH became the #1 Corvette dealer in the world last year… --- ## [Ford returns to Formula 1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-returns-to-formula-1/188965)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-returns-to-formula-1/188965 "2023-02-04T20:25:22Z")
Ford announced that they are returning to F1 racing with Red Bull and Scuderia AlphaTauri in 2026. Ford will supply the engine. Ford last raced in F1 when they owned Jaguar in to 2000s with the Red Bull team. --- ## [2013 Hyundai Elantra - Intermittent starting trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-intermittent-starting-trouble/188954)
**Author:** [@Deb31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Deb31)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-intermittent-starting-trouble/188954 "2023-02-04T16:24:43Z")
Randomly won’t start after short trip. For example,I stop at store after work- 15 minute drive- in store for 20 minutes, come out, car won’t start. Let it sit for another 20 minutes and then it will start but RPM gauge r… --- ## [Toyota sequoia check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sequoia-check-engine-light/188918)
**Author:** [@michaelcotter76\_183988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelcotter76_183988)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sequoia-check-engine-light/188918 "2023-02-04T16:19:54Z")
ANY HELP PLEASE! I have a 2003 Sequoia. Every year the check engine light comes on and I have to take it in for repair. This is an on going process. No one can figure it out. They replace a sensor that is throwing up a c… --- ## [Rear brake pads at 2mm after only 18k miles (29k kms) - 2009 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-brake-pads-at-2mm-after-only-18k-miles-29k-kms-2009-accord/188772)
**Author:** [@megaman123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/megaman123)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 3:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-brake-pads-at-2mm-after-only-18k-miles-29k-kms-2009-accord/188772 "2023-02-04T15:59:00Z")
Hi all. Got my oil changed at dealer and they recommended I get front and rear pads replaced and machine the rotors. Said they were all at 2mm. I can understand the front. I bought the car in April 2018 with I believe 8… --- ## [Best way to repair small gouge in leather seat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-repair-small-gouge-in-leather-seat/188957)
**Author:** [@frankinlaredo\_184005](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frankinlaredo_184005)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-repair-small-gouge-in-leather-seat/188957 "2023-02-04T15:07:30Z")
Leather repair kit? Patch? Something else? --- ## [\-2 degrees camber on one front wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-degrees-camber-on-one-front-wheel/188930)
**Author:** [@Alexchavez21802\_183994](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alexchavez21802_183994)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-degrees-camber-on-one-front-wheel/188930 "2023-02-04T14:10:48Z")
So I bought a 04 mustang gt and when I bought it the guy said it just needed an alignment. When I took it for that they told me that’s the closest they can get it with all other 3 wheels being fine. Just on the front dri… --- ## [2.2.23 Car Talk Column: Car off-road during Covid, owner's motivation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-2-23-car-talk-column-car-off-road-during-covid-owners-motivation/188931)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-2-23-car-talk-column-car-off-road-during-covid-owners-motivation/188931 "2023-02-04T12:12:05Z")
Interesting column this week. Reader says their car has been in a field sitting unused during Covid, and now wants to return it to the road. Wondering if the Car Talk staff know the reader’s motivation for taking the c… --- ## [Ban 6000k headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ban-6000k-headlights/188927)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ban-6000k-headlights/188927 "2023-02-04T03:09:29Z")
LEDs are becoming popular for headlights these days. The rules and regulations controlling these are not adequate for the new technology so manufacturers are taking advantage and producing headlights that are fundamenta… --- ## [Humming/Groaning in rear (center) under trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/humming-groaning-in-rear-center-under-trunk/188952)
**Author:** [@Brogan15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brogan15)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2023, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/humming-groaning-in-rear-center-under-trunk/188952 "2023-02-04T00:08:34Z")
started to hear the sound of a wheel bearing going bad in my rear passenger side tire so I changed out the wheel bearing. I still hear the same humming/groaning sound but the noise now seems to have moved to the center a… --- ## [GM makes a huge investment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-makes-a-huge-investment/188895)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-makes-a-huge-investment/188895 "2023-02-03T22:09:22Z")
… in an American lithium mining company: --- ## [A/C isn't cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-isnt-cold/188914)
**Author:** [@winnie12417\_183957](https://community.cartalk.com/u/winnie12417_183957)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-isnt-cold/188914 "2023-02-03T21:27:35Z")
2001 Subaru outback Heat works great, AC doesn’t get cold. No noises in the fan and it blows hard. --- ## [2007 Mercedes-Benz R-Class - Oil cooler leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mercedes-benz-r-class-oil-cooler-leak/188904)
**Author:** [@pwrmaxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pwrmaxx)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-mercedes-benz-r-class-oil-cooler-leak/188904 "2023-02-03T20:17:34Z")
Oil leak in oil cooler --- ## [A new Porsche Panamera for $18,300?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-porsche-panamera-for-18-300/188936)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-new-porsche-panamera-for-18-300/188936 "2023-02-03T13:41:37Z")
Was this an honest mistake by the dealer, or an attempt to attract attention and gin-up foot traffic to the dealership? :thinking: --- ## [Honda civic hybrid 2003 IMA battery dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-hybrid-2003-ima-battery-dead/188923)
**Author:** [@hondacivicuser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hondacivicuser)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-hybrid-2003-ima-battery-dead/188923 "2023-02-03T12:53:54Z")
I have a honda civic hybrid which ran upto 187000 miles and i brought this car for 2400 and as it is, i had my IMA battery dead I guess coz the IMA light on speedometer always turn on and suddenly one day EPS also poppe… --- ## [Drive on complete flat tire for one or two miles. Should I replace the tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-on-complete-flat-tire-for-one-or-two-miles-should-i-replace-the-tire/187007)
**Author:** [@jonathanhe2004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonathanhe2004)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-on-complete-flat-tire-for-one-or-two-miles-should-i-replace-the-tire/187007 "2023-02-03T05:30:07Z")
Hello, I am new here. Glad to find a great car community here. This Monday, when I almost arrived at home from work I noticed some noise from the car tire. Then I found the left rear tire is completed flat (pressure is … --- ## [Gasoline mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-mileage/188567)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-mileage/188567 "2023-02-03T05:00:23Z")
We were on a road trip with interstate driving. I pulled into a Shell station and there was a note on the pump that the only fuel available was the premium 93 octane. I pumped in 10 gallons.of the 93 octane. Our gasol… --- ## [Will San Francisco allow self driving car usage to expand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-san-francisco-allow-self-driving-car-usage-to-expand/188902)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-san-francisco-allow-self-driving-car-usage-to-expand/188902 "2023-02-03T01:42:30Z")
Radio reports here this morning say there’s a dispute between San Francisco city officials and the self-driving car companies. SF city says they fail too often and clog intersections. Car companies apparently respond… --- ## [Nissan and Renault re-do their marriage vows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-and-renault-re-do-their-marriage-vows/188851)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2023, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-and-renault-re-do-their-marriage-vows/188851 "2023-02-03T01:11:18Z")
--- ## [2012 Ford Edge - ABS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-edge-abs-light/188933)
**Author:** [@cardoc43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cardoc43)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-edge-abs-light/188933 "2023-02-02T23:21:35Z")
ABS brake light switch A --- ## [Acquaintance wants new 2023 RX350. Dealer financing or he pays cash?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acquaintance-wants-new-2023-rx350-dealer-financing-or-he-pays-cash/188856)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acquaintance-wants-new-2023-rx350-dealer-financing-or-he-pays-cash/188856 "2023-02-02T21:42:54Z")
Is it best to get dealer financing so the dealer is more willing to negotiate price? Then pay off the loan immediately? Thank you. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=180) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=182)