# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1830 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1831 --- ## [Lincoln wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-wipers/78370)
**Author:** [@mosley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mosley)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 8:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-wipers/78370 "2013-04-01T08:56:48Z")
Last year we bought a 2005 Lincoln town car with about 60K miles. \[ the car guide did say the windshield wipers could be a problem\] And they were. Early this year the wiper motor would not turn off and when the igniti… --- ## [Oil Crisis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-crisis/78388)
**Author:** [@lindyli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lindyli)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 8:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-crisis/78388 "2013-04-01T08:56:11Z")
I own a 2010 Toyota Camry, 4 cylinder. This is the first car I've ever owned where the manufacturer recommends the 0W-20 oil (synthetic). My question - the Toyota dealership service shop insists that I can go 10,000 mile… --- ## [2003 impala 3800](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-impala-3800/78385)
**Author:** [@ummmmm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ummmmm)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 8:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-impala-3800/78385 "2013-04-01T08:54:01Z")
my battery drains if i leave it hooked up over night: and the gauges will sometimes start to click and flicker and move when the key is out of the ignition : i have changed batteries 3 times in 1 yr and checked the alter… --- ## [My car sounds like it wants to stall when in low gear/decelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-sounds-like-it-wants-to-stall-when-in-low-gear-decelerating/78384)
**Author:** [@ula](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ula)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 8:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-sounds-like-it-wants-to-stall-when-in-low-gear-decelerating/78384 "2013-04-01T08:15:39Z")
Hi all, I drive an '05 Mazda 3, manual transmission. About a month ago, I accidentally killed the battery completely by leaving the trunk slightly open for a couple days. After getting a new battery, my car idles very … --- ## [Explorer acceleration issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explorer-acceleration-issue/78375)
**Author:** [@ebko87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ebko87)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/explorer-acceleration-issue/78375 "2013-04-01T07:55:22Z")
2009 Ford Explorer - 6cyl -4L - 36K miles. This morning driving it, I came to a stop sign and as I was braking, the idle starting going up (and up and up) to the point where I had to shut off the engine. When I restart… --- ## [Wheel problems in a 2004 cavalier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-problems-in-a-2004-cavalier/74844)
**Author:** [@MattinaCavalier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MattinaCavalier)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-problems-in-a-2004-cavalier/74844 "2013-04-01T07:54:22Z")
I have a 2004 Cavalier, with 60k miles. When I accelerate from a dead stop, sometimes it doesn't go and the low trac light comes on. If I don't accelerate very slowly or if I turn the steering wheel too sharply it stalls… --- ## [This car is really aggravating me!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-car-is-really-aggravating-me/78336)
**Author:** [@mybones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mybones)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-car-is-really-aggravating-me/78336 "2013-04-01T07:26:32Z")
I have a 2002 buick lesabre and i have replaced everything i can come up with to make my car run. first it was thought to b a MAF or a MAP sensors, replaced both car will still not run unless u have it at 4 rpms and hold… --- ## [Jerking while backing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerking-while-backing/78379)
**Author:** [@joe1965](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joe1965)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 6:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jerking-while-backing/78379 "2013-04-01T06:36:29Z")
My 1999 corolla functions great all round, except recently it has started to jerk when I back out from parking. It goes jerk jerk jerk jerk jerk, and by this time I am half way out of the parking spot... Any thoughts? T… --- ## [Planning a Cross Country Trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-cross-country-trip/78372)
**Author:** [@babyboomer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/babyboomer)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/planning-a-cross-country-trip/78372 "2013-04-01T06:16:54Z")
Hello All - Here's my scenario: in 2014 I'll be driving cross-country with my 3 dogs & 2 cats from CT to live/work for an indefinite amout of time at a dog rescue/sanctuary in CA. I expect to make either 1 or 2 more cr… --- ## [Sorry if im off base in asking this i do appologize!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sorry-if-im-off-base-in-asking-this-i-do-appologize/78383)
**Author:** [@SAYSE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SAYSE)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sorry-if-im-off-base-in-asking-this-i-do-appologize/78383 "2013-04-01T06:16:07Z")
Hello everyone now some of you might call me and idiot punk loser maybe I am But there is someone in my life who is a real ignorant jerk loser bum drug addict liar thief who takes advantage of people even lower than … --- ## [Transmission Fluid leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-leak/78325)
**Author:** [@collegeboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/collegeboy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 5:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-leak/78325 "2013-04-01T05:41:53Z")
Hey Folks, My 1987 Nissan Sentra has a transmission leak. The leak is from a bad gasket from the center part of the Trans. Does anyone know if I or how to replace or fix this gasket without taking out the Trans. ( Jus… --- ## [Melted EEC diode/ high voltage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/melted-eec-diode-high-voltage/78328)
**Author:** [@elikeeler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elikeeler)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/melted-eec-diode-high-voltage/78328 "2013-04-01T04:07:33Z")
i just got a 1999 ford explorer with a 4.0 SOHC it runs fine except it came with a bad alternator and a melted EEC diode. So I put in a new alternator and diode, but it was putting out 15.5V and melted the new diode in t… --- ## [1984 Tacoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-tacoma/78239)
**Author:** [@Feadster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Feadster)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-tacoma/78239 "2013-04-01T03:53:29Z")
We've been told the pickup needs a new carburator. However, 2 dealerships we contacted won't do it. One dealership stated just drive it 'til it dies. We love our pickup, it only has 100,000 miles, and we have a hard ti… --- ## [1995 Taurus Contradictory OBD1 Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-contradictory-obd1-codes/78381)
**Author:** [@LeRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeRoy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-contradictory-obd1-codes/78381 "2013-04-01T01:11:26Z")
I am returning with a new problem involving the restoration of my Taurus SE 3.0. In the past year I have replaced the plugs and wires, cap and rotor, fuel pump and filter, fuel pressure regulator, EGR pressure sensor, in… --- ## [Brake Fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid/78352)
**Author:** [@bigpoppop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigpoppop)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid/78352 "2013-04-01T01:00:54Z")
Is it ok to use brake fluid that is in a sealed container ( never opened) that is 7 to 8 years old?. --- ## [Lexus 2007GS 350 AWD Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-2007gs-350-awd-transmission/78184)
**Author:** [@Timothy23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Timothy23)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2013, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-2007gs-350-awd-transmission/78184 "2013-04-01T00:15:49Z")
My car is 7k short of its drive train warranty expiring. I noticed a rumbling vibration when the transmission shifted between 3-4 gear at approximately 20-25 mph. Took it into the dealer, and their expert rode with me … --- ## [Chevy Suburan occasionally won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-suburan-occasionally-wont-start/77141)
**Author:** [@ronald\_j](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ronald_j)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-suburan-occasionally-wont-start/77141 "2013-03-31T22:14:42Z")
Infrequently (once every couple weeks) my 2002 Suburban won't start. The starter seems to work properly as the engine tries to turn over and even seems to initially start for a fraction of a second but then dies. If I wa… --- ## [Battery Green eye](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-green-eye/78373)
**Author:** [@cwradio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwradio)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-green-eye/78373 "2013-03-31T21:39:45Z")
I have a 2011 CR-V EX (23,000 miles). After a 800 mile trip I noticed the built-in hydrometer on my battery was not showing green. It was showing dark. So I checked the fluid with a hydrometer and it was OK. I tested the… --- ## [Trivia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trivia/78224)
**Author:** [@ok4450](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ok4450)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trivia/78224 "2013-03-31T21:39:28Z")
Ran across a couple of old newspapers from my area and OK City and thought some of you might get a chuckle out of some of the ads. These papers are circa 1961 to 1963. Several shops offer complete engine overhauls on a… --- ## [Replace hoses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-hoses/78377)
**Author:** [@bigpoppop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigpoppop)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-hoses/78377 "2013-03-31T21:37:58Z")
Should I replace the hoses on a 14 year old merc with 55,000 miles. I usually change the antifreeze about every 3 years. Car is well maintained and runs great. --- ## [Power windows not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows-not-working/78365)
**Author:** [@JohnM80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnM80)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows-not-working/78365 "2013-03-31T21:20:33Z")
I have a 2002 Mercury sable and have a problem with power windows. When you hit the driver's door window up button, you hear a relay constantly clicking under the dash, fealing the relays up there it seems to be one of t… --- ## [What lube to use?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-lube-to-use/78364)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-lube-to-use/78364 "2013-03-31T20:55:35Z")
My daughter came home for spring break and her trunk would not close. I lubricated it with spray silicone and got it to latch. Is this the right lubricant, or should I follow up with something else? 2009 Chevy Cobalt … --- ## [How long should I keep my hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-keep-my-hybrid/74637)
**Author:** [@babsped](https://community.cartalk.com/u/babsped)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-keep-my-hybrid/74637 "2013-03-31T20:45:00Z")
I have a 2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid with 117,000 miles on it. Recently I have put in a new Matrix pump and hybrid fan battery. all said, I have put a ton of money into the car. Now they are saying that the rear trans… --- ## [Play the odds?- 2004 Chrysler Sebring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/play-the-odds-2004-chrysler-sebring/77924)
**Author:** [@oreopez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oreopez)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/play-the-odds-2004-chrysler-sebring/77924 "2013-03-31T19:43:57Z")
I have 2004 Chrysler Sebring base model 4 cylinder with 90,000 miles. Paid off long ago. The schedule says its time to change the timing belt but no symptoms. No other issues and have kept up the maintenance. The cos… --- ## [You can't drive to South America](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-cant-drive-to-south-america/78218)
**Author:** [@nlyons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nlyons)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-cant-drive-to-south-america/78218 "2013-03-31T19:21:14Z")
A caller on a recent show want to drive from North America to South America. Well, I say GOOD LUCK. You will get stuck in the Darién Gap between Panama and Columbia and it's a swamp. Although a Land Rover (136 days or… --- ## [Steering issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-issues/78359)
**Author:** [@ford420e](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ford420e)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-issues/78359 "2013-03-31T19:09:13Z")
I have a 1987 ford ranger 4x4 with automatic hubs. My automatic hubs completely destroyed themselves and are being replaced with manuals as soon as this new problem is solved. Initially the truck seemed to go in and out … --- ## [Help Please with Altima!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please-with-altima/78361)
**Author:** [@KarolynD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarolynD)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 7:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please-with-altima/78361 "2013-03-31T19:06:41Z")
I have a 2004 Altima. For the past few weeks, when I start it will act like it is about to stall. I will press on the gas to try to "clear" it out, but it doesn't work. This doesn't happen all the time, just every once… --- ## [Where to find Frame Bushings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-find-frame-bushings/78371)
**Author:** [@whoit32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/whoit32)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-to-find-frame-bushings/78371 "2013-03-31T17:42:14Z")
I have an 98 S10 2.2L that I have been slowly repairing. Yesterday we used it for a trip the dump and found a giant bushing in the driveway that had dry rotted. It was in the frame and from what I can find online it is c… --- ## [2010 Chevy Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox/78217)
**Author:** [@Jaco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaco)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox/78217 "2013-03-31T17:04:28Z")
I have a 2010 Chevy Equinox and I hear a pinging noise when my car is idling and when I drive below 40m.p.h. It sounds like a diesel engine, when it isn't. I have the 2.4L Ecotech direct injection. The dealership says … --- ## [Not in gear when stuck in traffic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-in-gear-when-stuck-in-traffic/78345)
**Author:** [@lovestoski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lovestoski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2013, 8:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-in-gear-when-stuck-in-traffic/78345 "2013-03-31T08:50:17Z")
Whenever my 2004 Honda Pilot gets stuck in traffic, I have to switch it into a lower gear in order to resume forward. Automatic transmission. It's a rebuilt trans that has 60K on it. Transmission fluids at right levels… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1829) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1831)