# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1836 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1837 --- ## [Dodge Grand Caravan Shimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-grand-caravan-shimmy/78205)
**Author:** [@Bobe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-grand-caravan-shimmy/78205 "2013-03-23T22:43:19Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan with 120,000 miles. Starting at about 45mph the car has a really bad shimmy when accelerating. The shimmy fades starting at about 55 mph. There is no shimmy when not accelerating. Gently… --- ## [O2 sensor over heating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-over-heating/78201)
**Author:** [@coyote13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coyote13)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/o2-sensor-over-heating/78201 "2013-03-23T22:34:02Z")
Have 1994 F150 with 5.0L engine. Check engine light, intermitten on due to overheated O2 sensor. Replace sensor, light goes off. The sensor will last longer in cold weather but will fail with same code. Is the overheatin… --- ## [2000 Jetta warm weather starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jetta-warm-weather-starting-problem/78180)
**Author:** [@ypsi-guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ypsi-guy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jetta-warm-weather-starting-problem/78180 "2013-03-23T21:39:02Z")
My 2000 VR6 Jetta has an annoying problem of hard starting in warm weather. Last summer through fall when the weather was warmer, it would often crank but not catch. All winter it is fine. A jump will usually gets it a… --- ## [Distributor blues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/distributor-blues/78155)
**Author:** [@FortyAcres69bowtie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FortyAcres69bowtie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/distributor-blues/78155 "2013-03-23T21:36:30Z")
I live in Delaware. My 1969 chevelle (350 engine and trans) every-so-often has troubles with its distributor. When it rains, if the air is damp....the car will not turn over. Ususally a quick thump to the top of the dis… --- ## [Freeway Slowdowns - Modern Protest Movement Or A Way To Really Tick People Off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freeway-slowdowns-modern-protest-movement-or-a-way-to-really-tick-people-off/78009)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freeway-slowdowns-modern-protest-movement-or-a-way-to-really-tick-people-off/78009 "2013-03-23T20:53:11Z")
When I Read An Article By Tony Briscoe In The Detroit News Today, That A Guy Unhappy With The Appointment Of An Emergency Manager To Take Over The Bankrupt City, Was Slowing Traffic On A Detroit Interstate, I Was Appalle… --- ## [2000 Echo: mysterious noise in heater](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-echo-mysterious-noise-in-heater/78162)
**Author:** [@meran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meran)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-echo-mysterious-noise-in-heater/78162 "2013-03-23T20:21:45Z")
This winter, my little green Echo sprang a noise. I noticed that when I turned on the heater plus fan that it would often (but not always) make a ch, ch, ch, ch, ch, ch sound that would last maybe 3 seconds then fade aw… --- ## [Trade or Repair and Keep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-or-repair-and-keep/78191)
**Author:** [@Jordangrl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordangrl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-or-repair-and-keep/78191 "2013-03-23T20:16:51Z")
I need help. I have a VW 2001 turbo New Beetle (76k miles) that needs about $3800.00 in repairs. I just put over $550.00 three months ago because it wouldn't pass emissions. I can trade it in with a pre-approved loan or … --- ## [2007 Fusion low coolant temperature OBD code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-fusion-low-coolant-temperature-obd-code/78174)
**Author:** [@aduffs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aduffs)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-fusion-low-coolant-temperature-obd-code/78174 "2013-03-23T20:07:49Z")
I have an '07 Ford Fusion with 94,000 miles. The check engine light came on a couple of days ago, so I took it to a shop to have them pull the codes on it. The code that came up said the coolant was not reaching the prop… --- ## [Does a single misfire mandate a tuneup?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-single-misfire-mandate-a-tuneup/78192)
**Author:** [@Jim-Frisco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim-Frisco)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-single-misfire-mandate-a-tuneup/78192 "2013-03-23T20:04:21Z")
I have a 2007 Toyota Prius with just under 30,000 miles. Yes, I don't drive all that much, which makes the Prius the perfect car. I get it serviced every 6 months by the dealer. So far, other than oil changes, the only a… --- ## [2008 Subaru Forester 60K Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-forester-60k-maintenance/78164)
**Author:** [@rodge657](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rodge657)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-forester-60k-maintenance/78164 "2013-03-23T19:47:20Z")
My 2008 Forester has 60,000 miles on it and I'd like to keep it a while longer but don't have the $400-$600 for the 60K maintenance suggested by the Subaru dealer where I bought the car. I know there's stuff in their su… --- ## [Possessed Wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possessed-wipers/78182)
**Author:** [@mikey256](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikey256)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possessed-wipers/78182 "2013-03-23T19:23:50Z")
I have a 2009 Acura TL SH-AWD Tech. Here is the scenario. I turn my wipers on intermittent mode, and randomly they start going full speed. Then they keep going back and forth between full speed and intermittent while… --- ## [Fuel injection cleaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injection-cleaning/78175)
**Author:** [@fifity501](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fifity501)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-injection-cleaning/78175 "2013-03-23T19:12:26Z")
Just came from my Dealer he suggested a throttle body and a fuel injection service at 189 and 50 bucks.. I dont think the fuel inejction is necessary I only have 20K on the car. The throttle body is easy I can do that … --- ## [Gm recalls about 27k vehicles to fix transmissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-recalls-about-27k-vehicles-to-fix-transmissions/78127)
**Author:** [@missileman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/missileman)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 6:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-recalls-about-27k-vehicles-to-fix-transmissions/78127 "2013-03-23T18:22:36Z")
I read the news early this morning and the first headline was the following: GM recalls about 27K vehicles to fix transmissions DETROIT (AP) - General Motors is recalling nearly 27,000 Buicks and Cadillacs in the U.S… --- ## [No Start After Sitting Out in Wet Weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-after-sitting-out-in-wet-weather/78139)
**Author:** [@MarsP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarsP)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-start-after-sitting-out-in-wet-weather/78139 "2013-03-23T17:42:11Z")
Wondering whether anyone has any educated ideas for my 2000 Chrysler Cirrus 2.5 V6, 84,300 miles. Twice, after sitting out a day or 2 in wet weather, it was very, very difficult to start. Each time, it didn't fire at a… --- ## [Warped rotors on Lexus RX350](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warped-rotors-on-lexus-rx350/78161)
**Author:** [@Mike0809](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike0809)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warped-rotors-on-lexus-rx350/78161 "2013-03-23T17:33:49Z")
This is the 2nd time I have to turn or replace the rotors on my 2007 Lexus RX350. Is there an aftermarket rotor that absorbs heat better than factory or is there another solution I can look into? The car only has 65,00… --- ## [Clunking from the rear end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-from-the-rear-end/78183)
**Author:** [@Chap](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chap)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-from-the-rear-end/78183 "2013-03-23T15:39:18Z")
I have a '95 Chevy 6.5 Turbo-Diesel Pickup. The past few days there has been a whining noise that went up and down with the speed of the vehicle. I decided to have it looked at this coming week when I have a day off bu… --- ## [Wrong tool for the job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-tool-for-the-job/78168)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 10:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wrong-tool-for-the-job/78168 "2013-03-23T10:40:50Z")
Undersized cranes (plus a little bad technique) lead to oversized pains: Update: Last two frames are photoshopped, but still funny enough. \[image\] --- ## [Another used car salesman acts like one](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-used-car-salesman-acts-like-one/78000)
**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 10:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-used-car-salesman-acts-like-one/78000 "2013-03-23T10:26:40Z")
http://mynorthwest.com/76/2227123/Son-claims-car-dealership-swindled-elderly-parents-out-of-life-savings --- ## [Class Action Settlement on Toyota Scions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/class-action-settlement-on-toyota-scions/78080)
**Author:** [@dove06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dove06)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 9:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/class-action-settlement-on-toyota-scions/78080 "2013-03-23T09:49:07Z")
I received a strange letter in the mail today. It was talking about a Class Action Settlement on Toyota Scions. Has anyone heard about this? Is it real? --- ## [Gas mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage/78177)
**Author:** [@Argyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Argyle)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 8:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage/78177 "2013-03-23T08:23:41Z")
What transmission can I put in my 1969 chevy 4x4 pickup with a 350 small block that will help improve gas mileage and bring the rpm down. It currently has a 4-speed manual with low gear. What other things can I do to imp… --- ## [The illegal alien issue gives some insight into the partisan divide](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-illegal-alien-issue-gives-some-insight-into-the-partisan-divide/78123)
**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-illegal-alien-issue-gives-some-insight-into-the-partisan-divide/78123 "2013-03-23T06:11:16Z")
The GOP wants desperately to keep the illegal aliens here in order to hold down labor costs while pumping in FICA funds. In a perfect solution the GOP could make themselves appear concerned for the hard working poor who … --- ## [Tower heist](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tower-heist/78167)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tower-heist/78167 "2013-03-23T05:49:49Z")
Anyone see the scene in tower heist where they lower Ferrari outside building? They show the exhaust and it has a Pretty cool exhaust. There are dual resonators and than dual muffs leading to long dual outlet tailpipes. … --- ## [Screeching alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-alternator/78061)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 5:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-alternator/78061 "2013-03-23T05:08:42Z")
My 97 Nissan pick up, 2.4L I4, 5 speed 182k miles has developed a screeching sound for about 15 to 30 seconds after starting. It sounds like a loose or slipping belt. I have replaced all three belts and the tension is … --- ## [Water pump replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-replacement/78108)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-replacement/78108 "2013-03-23T04:16:59Z")
My wife's audio quattro 1999 model A6 2.8 litre has a water leakage problem. Main suspect is the waterpump although a engine cylinder crack cannot be ruled out. However the car has run for the past 5 months with water/co… --- ## [Camry: bad alternator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-bad-alternator/77973)
**Author:** [@bzb882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzb882)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/camry-bad-alternator/77973 "2013-03-23T03:42:17Z")
One day last week my wife noticed that her 2004 Camry seemed “weak” when she went to start it. Yesterday she drove to the post office, came out to start the car and the only sound it made was the cd player chattering. … --- ## [Car and Plates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-and-plates/77684)
**Author:** [@xanadu2021](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xanadu2021)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-and-plates/77684 "2013-03-23T03:35:09Z")
Hi, can someone here help me? 1) What make/model/year is the car in this photo? 2) Any idea how I can find out who owns it based on the plate? Thanks. \[image\] --- ## [1995 Pont. Grand Am / 4 cylinder / 2.3L engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-pont-grand-am-4-cylinder-2-3l-engine/77857)
**Author:** [@jimmybone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmybone)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-pont-grand-am-4-cylinder-2-3l-engine/77857 "2013-03-23T01:18:46Z")
What would cause the oil separator to get a bunch of yellowish cottage cheese looking stuff inside it? We tried cleaning it out by blowing air through it, but when we put the part back on and drove it, the stuff got in i… --- ## [My 2002 Ford Escape CREAKS!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2002-ford-escape-creaks/78158)
**Author:** [@csinclaire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csinclaire)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2002-ford-escape-creaks/78158 "2013-03-23T01:15:32Z")
For a while now, my 2002 Ford Escape has been making a creaking noise. It started with the steering, or so I thought for a while. I checked the power steering fluid and it wasn't really low. Nevertheless, at one point, w… --- ## [02 Durango Intermidiate Steering Shaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-durango-intermidiate-steering-shaft/78157)
**Author:** [@Areinaldo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Areinaldo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-durango-intermidiate-steering-shaft/78157 "2013-03-23T01:14:57Z")
Hi all Truck is 2002 2WD 4.7L Durango and around 164K I am looking to replace the intermediate steering shaft as it making noise it seems they are common to this problem due to a weak U joint. The problem I have is I… --- ## [Tan / Latte colored oil; water in it? Infrequent Use](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tan-latte-colored-oil-water-in-it-infrequent-use/78151)
**Author:** [@jonesdyl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonesdyl)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2013, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tan-latte-colored-oil-water-in-it-infrequent-use/78151 "2013-03-23T01:13:38Z")
2003 Volkswagen Jetta VR6: I have only driven my car an average of 5 miles per day for the past 5 months and did not even drive it, or start it for 1 entire month out of those 5. Because I have driven the car so littl… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1835) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1837)