# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1824 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1825 --- ## [Problem with Vibe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-vibe/78236)
**Author:** [@Mn\_comic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mn_comic)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 6:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-vibe/78236 "2013-04-09T18:03:06Z")
I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe and recently have had problems...after I drive 15-20 minutes the car will begin to slow down...even if I give it more gas the car will stay a constant speed...say 30 mph and will not go faster.… --- ## [Ripped off by dealership](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripped-off-by-dealership/78566)
**Author:** [@3dragonfly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3dragonfly)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ripped-off-by-dealership/78566 "2013-04-09T17:51:28Z")
Have a 2002 Frontier supercharge nissan....in cold it is flooding out....blowing exhaust and knocking and shaking on start up. AFter it warms up and weather warms up during the day.....it well start up without the horri… --- ## [Help Needed With Clutch Slave Cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-needed-with-clutch-slave-cylinder/78554)
**Author:** [@DrBones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DrBones)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-needed-with-clutch-slave-cylinder/78554 "2013-04-09T17:21:13Z")
I just replaced the starter in '90 GMC 1500. I had to unhook the clutch slave cylinder to get at it. When everything was re-assembled I could not depress the clutch pedal at all. I thought I might have kinked the metal f… --- ## [How do I know I have a blown head gasket on my 2004 Infiniti G35 and what do I do about it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-i-have-a-blown-head-gasket-on-my-2004-infiniti-g35-and-what-do-i-do-about-it/78576)
**Author:** [@Birdland1982](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Birdland1982)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-know-i-have-a-blown-head-gasket-on-my-2004-infiniti-g35-and-what-do-i-do-about-it/78576 "2013-04-09T16:24:44Z")
My 2004 Infiniti G35 with 123,000 miles on it overheated on my way to work. I saw white steam coming from hood, immediately pulled over, and head it towed to my mechanic. My mechanic replaced the thermostat, water pum… --- ## [Dodge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge/78569)
**Author:** [@tk13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tk13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge/78569 "2013-04-09T14:46:57Z")
I have a 2002 Dakota 5.9l r/t. Always started and ran fine. It sat most of the winter approx 2 months. Now will not start but cranks/turns. Has new battery, newer full tune up and tried starting fluid. Any ideas? Thanks! … --- ## [Permanent Marker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/permanent-marker/78433)
**Author:** [@EllyEllis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EllyEllis)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 9:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/permanent-marker/78433 "2013-04-09T09:31:18Z")
I think there was a posting on here about a permanent marker, but I can't find it. We had a kid mark on the white gagage door, some white peg board, and a white refrigerater today with a Red Permanent Marker. What wor… --- ## [2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid ,Regular (under hood) Battery Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-regular-under-hood-battery-problem/78549)
**Author:** [@RCY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RCY)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 8:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-hybrid-regular-under-hood-battery-problem/78549 "2013-04-09T08:46:27Z")
I purchased this car new in March 2010. I am now on my 4th battery, which have all been replaced under the 3 year warrantee by Ford. The regular underhood batteries go dead between 2,000 to 8,000 miles. I have discussed … --- ## [Jeep transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-transmission/78539)
**Author:** [@maggiemom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maggiemom)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 7:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-transmission/78539 "2013-04-09T07:34:04Z")
Just got a 1996 Jeep cherokee with right hand drive, 73,000 miles. Drove it less than 2500 miles when had problems with it shifting out of first gear. Would rev up the rpms to 3500 to 4500 and then a large jolt before g… --- ## [Subaru brz VS scion frs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brz-vs-scion-frs/78493)
**Author:** [@Flamablefuzz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flamablefuzz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brz-vs-scion-frs/78493 "2013-04-09T07:05:09Z")
I know these cars are incredibly similar, and I know the slight performance differences, but what are your opinions, do you favor one or the other? And why? --- ## [2004 Ion "coolant level" message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ion-coolant-level-message/78571)
**Author:** [@ivanyoder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivanyoder)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ion-coolant-level-message/78571 "2013-04-09T04:51:41Z")
Coolant level message on my 2004 Ion won't go away. I have pulled the overflow tank and cleaned and flushed it. Checked the sensor with my multimeter for continuity, checked fine. Checked and remade wiring connections t… --- ## [Old shows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-shows/78535)
**Author:** [@logic\_47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/logic_47)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-shows/78535 "2013-04-09T04:50:24Z")
How do I listen to old shows in their entirety? (One I'd like to hear is #1313). I don't have an iPod. I want to get it online. --- ## [1990 Ford Ranger starting/running issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-ranger-starting-running-issues/78546)
**Author:** [@DaveGibson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveGibson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-ranger-starting-running-issues/78546 "2013-04-09T04:40:44Z")
We have a 1990 Ford Ranger - 2WD 4cyl - sometimes when we try to start it, it will not kick over the final time for several tries. When it finally catches the voltage gauge will flicker and jump around. When the gauge fl… --- ## [Intermittent noise when starting 2009 Toyota Matrix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-noise-when-starting-2009-toyota-matrix/78565)
**Author:** [@el\_Tea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/el_Tea)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-noise-when-starting-2009-toyota-matrix/78565 "2013-04-09T04:19:11Z")
There is no problem starting the car- it always turns over immediately, but every 1 out of 7 - 10 cold starts includes a strange noise from the engine compartment. Just as I let go from the crank position, I hear a soun… --- ## [2001 subaru outback transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-outback-transmission/78570)
**Author:** [@piks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/piks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-outback-transmission/78570 "2013-04-09T04:15:12Z")
My 2001 subaru outback wagon when put in park doesn't shift out of that position unless I access the little hole for releasing the shift module and put it into gear. What is the problem? The fuse for the transmission i… --- ## [Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/78548)
**Author:** [@Bubby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bubby)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/78548 "2013-04-09T03:59:59Z")
Anyone have an opinion on the new Lexus 2013 ES300h? What do you think about the new Lexus Hybrid engine? Lexus has had hybrids for quite a few years. Thoughts ??? --- ## [Engine occasionally shutting off when car is idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-occasionally-shutting-off-when-car-is-idle/78568)
**Author:** [@StudentDoc8488](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StudentDoc8488)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-occasionally-shutting-off-when-car-is-idle/78568 "2013-04-09T03:12:49Z")
Hi everyone, so I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee 2001 with about 150,000 miles. About every other day my car will shut off while I'm stopped at a light, stop sign, etc. The strange thing is that the radio and lights (stuff c… --- ## [2009 Prius: drive belt question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-prius-drive-belt-question/78544)
**Author:** [@RIRed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RIRed)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-prius-drive-belt-question/78544 "2013-04-09T02:40:05Z")
Well, took the Prius in to the dealership for the cooling pump recall. When I got the car back, the guy at the desk said gave me their usual multipoint inspection printout, but this one said Red Warning! The drive belt i… --- ## [Best Sedan in Denver, CO](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-sedan-in-denver-co/78533)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-sedan-in-denver-co/78533 "2013-04-09T02:33:58Z")
Hello, I am moving to Denver soon and I will buy a car as the first thing when I arrive. I would like to buy a new car. Due to budged constraints I consider sedans (Chevy Cruze, Dodge Dart, Impreza etc). I wonder how th… --- ## [2009 toyota corolla le ticking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-le-ticking-sound/76064)
**Author:** [@Star85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Star85)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 1:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-le-ticking-sound/76064 "2013-04-09T01:05:16Z")
I have a 2009 toyota corolla le (japan made) 66,000 miles on it that is making a ticking sound from the passenger side of the engine toward the front. we have taken the car to both a dealership and independent shop and h… --- ## [Low City/Good Highway Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-city-good-highway-mileage/78561)
**Author:** [@baldwinpg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baldwinpg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-city-good-highway-mileage/78561 "2013-04-09T01:00:01Z")
My 2004 Chrysler 300M with 120,000 miles gets 12-15 city mpg, but 24-26 highway mpg. The oxygen sensor was changed 1 year ago, which minimally boosted city mpg. What might be the cause of and solution for such a radical… --- ## [Smoking tail pipe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-tail-pipe/75858)
**Author:** [@mountaingoddess](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mountaingoddess)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoking-tail-pipe/75858 "2013-04-09T00:22:55Z")
my car has white smoke that comes out of the tail pipe after i have just driven it, it doesn't do it while the car is running. Nothing is ever coming out of the hood. I dont know if both these issues are related, but wh… --- ## [2008 Jeep Commander that shut off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-commander-that-shut-off-while-driving/78558)
**Author:** [@PAPERWEIGHT13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PAPERWEIGHT13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-commander-that-shut-off-while-driving/78558 "2013-04-08T23:54:40Z")
I have a 2008 Jeep Commander that shut off while driving at any speed. Paid the dealer twice to research and all they can say it's the catalytic converter. If it was that it wouldn't start up everytime it shuts off.. Let… --- ## [Sticky clutch on Ford Ranger needs rebuild? Is it a "wear item" or covered by extended warranty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch-on-ford-ranger-needs-rebuild-is-it-a-wear-item-or-covered-by-extended-warranty/78557)
**Author:** [@CowboyMike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CowboyMike)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch-on-ford-ranger-needs-rebuild-is-it-a-wear-item-or-covered-by-extended-warranty/78557 "2013-04-08T23:14:11Z")
Hi all, I have a 2009 stick-shift 4WD ford ranger with a clutch that is sticky in 1st and reverse. Basically it requires alot of force to push it into 1st or reverse, but this problem isnt always there, and it the prob… --- ## [Paint Sealant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-sealant/78516)
**Author:** [@Brenow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brenow)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-sealant/78516 "2013-04-08T21:11:35Z")
I am shopping for a new car, and every dealer I visit adds "paint sealant" at a cost of about $700. Is this just a way for the dealer to add profit for itself, or is it something worth paying for? --- ## [What are these clip things on wheels?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-these-clip-things-on-wheels/78498)
**Author:** [@ParrotsandPotatoes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ParrotsandPotatoes)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-these-clip-things-on-wheels/78498 "2013-04-08T20:15:55Z")
\[image\] What are these clip things that are clipped to the edges of wheels for? --- ## [Is it expensive to replace catalytic coverters on a ford taurus 2003 se?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-expensive-to-replace-catalytic-coverters-on-a-ford-taurus-2003-se/78556)
**Author:** [@babra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/babra)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-expensive-to-replace-catalytic-coverters-on-a-ford-taurus-2003-se/78556 "2013-04-08T19:38:26Z")
what is the going price? --- ## [Metal scraping noise when turning right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-scraping-noise-when-turning-right/78456)
**Author:** [@jimjcho](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimjcho)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-scraping-noise-when-turning-right/78456 "2013-04-08T19:32:31Z")
I have a 2000 Toyota Solara with 145,000 miles. When I make a right turn, there is a scraping sound like metal against metal. Its not loud or shrieking. Its hard to hear over talk radio. But in the garage I can hear … --- ## [Rattling is back in my 2005 Jeep Wrangler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-is-back-in-my-2005-jeep-wrangler/78555)
**Author:** [@tk9805](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tk9805)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-is-back-in-my-2005-jeep-wrangler/78555 "2013-04-08T19:31:53Z")
I have a 2005 Jeep Wrangler Sport with a six-speed manual trans and an in-line 4.0 6-cyl engine. I discovered a month or so ago a strange rattling sound coming from, what sounded like, the front passenger wheel area. It … --- ## [Engine gaining oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-gaining-oil/78521)
**Author:** [@SeniorRake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeniorRake)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-gaining-oil/78521 "2013-04-08T19:26:57Z")
I recently had my oil changed, and the mechanic changing my oil was very surprised when he checked the oil level before he changed it. The oil was reading a good 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch above the full line. Now this was a s… --- ## [Re-starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-starting/78550)
**Author:** [@zeus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zeus)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-starting/78550 "2013-04-08T14:54:28Z")
I have a 1985 Camaro z28. The car starts fine but after driving the car around and turning it off. It will not re start just clicks does even turn over. Battery good and its charging. But if the car sits over night the c… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1823) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1825)