# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1870 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1871 --- ## [Dealer recommended service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-recommended-service/77157)
**Author:** [@Ede](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ede)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2013, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-recommended-service/77157 "2013-02-05T02:23:01Z")
I am faithful to having regular service on my Elantra, which has 45000 miles on it. My husband is telling me that it is not necessary to adhere to the dealer service schedule, especially since the next scheduled service… --- ## [Adding foglights to a 2002 Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-foglights-to-a-2002-grand-cherokee/77154)
**Author:** [@mr\_andy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mr_andy)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2013, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/adding-foglights-to-a-2002-grand-cherokee/77154 "2013-02-05T02:09:14Z")
Maybe its global warming, but lately I seem to live in the fog capital of the world, and am considering adding foglights to my 2002 GC Laredo. As near as I can determine, I would need to purchase a new multifunction swit… --- ## [What did I do to my car and how much is it going to cost me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-did-i-do-to-my-car-and-how-much-is-it-going-to-cost-me/77135)
**Author:** [@Wags1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wags1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2013, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-did-i-do-to-my-car-and-how-much-is-it-going-to-cost-me/77135 "2013-02-05T00:09:38Z")
So, I pulled a bonedheaded move last night and now I don't know if my car is safe to drive or how much it is going to cost to fix it. Last night, I wanted to see how much pressure I could put on the break pedal being I f… --- ## [Tips for making oil changes easier and less messy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-making-oil-changes-easier-and-less-messy/77101)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-making-oil-changes-easier-and-less-messy/77101 "2013-02-04T22:28:39Z")
Here's mine Car ramps. Lay a piece of slippery linoleum under the car to lay on and to protect against small spills. Easy to clean. Wear disposable gloves. Line the drain container with a plastic disposable garbage … --- ## [My sister's engine temperature gauge isnt working. WTH is wrong and how can I fix it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-sisters-engine-temperature-gauge-isnt-working-wth-is-wrong-and-how-can-i-fix-it/77092)
**Author:** [@Ottomotive117](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ottomotive117)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-sisters-engine-temperature-gauge-isnt-working-wth-is-wrong-and-how-can-i-fix-it/77092 "2013-02-04T22:20:48Z")
My sister drives a 2005 Nissan Altima. Im not real familiar with Japanese OEMs but I do most of my own repair work on my car (which currently has issues of its own) but I said Id help her out. Any ideas on whats wrong an… --- ## [Bmw, repair?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-repair/77147)
**Author:** [@hhbmw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hhbmw)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 10:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-repair/77147 "2013-02-04T10:08:55Z")
I have a 2003 BMW 325i. I bought it brand new and have maintained it in fair condition. Recently it's been leaking oil, they said it's the intake manifold and housing and quoted me at $950. Should i fix it and keep it a … --- ## [How to melt snow on the rear window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-melt-snow-on-the-rear-window/77152)
**Author:** [@lisa\_qu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lisa_qu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 9:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-melt-snow-on-the-rear-window/77152 "2013-02-04T09:18:13Z")
I just bought a Toyota Corilla (2005). The rear window defrost works in a way but it does not melt the snow/ice. Is it normal? I used to have American cars, and the defroster always melted snow quickly. Any suggestio… --- ## [2005 Dodge Neon Engine Won't Turn Sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-engine-wont-turn-sometimes/77151)
**Author:** [@Marty\_McVeigh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marty_McVeigh)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-engine-wont-turn-sometimes/77151 "2013-02-04T07:44:03Z")
My stepson's 2005 Dodge Neon sometimes won't start. Turn the key, the dash lights and radio and electric stuff respond, but other than a click there is nothing of an engine start up going on. He'll turn the key a few tim… --- ## [Really bad gas mileage- 89 Toyota van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-bad-gas-mileage-89-toyota-van/77148)
**Author:** [@hiatus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hiatus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 7:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/really-bad-gas-mileage-89-toyota-van/77148 "2013-02-04T07:13:14Z")
My friend really likes ugly old cars. Recently he had the transmission and engine rebuilt on a 89 Toyota van (AKA Master Ace). After many issues, the van finally appears to be running well. Unfortunately the gas milea… --- ## [What vehicle should I get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-vehicle-should-i-get/77125)
**Author:** [@ltggb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ltggb)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-vehicle-should-i-get/77125 "2013-02-04T06:51:58Z")
so I'm currently in the process of looking for a new vehicle to drive. I currently own a 96 dodge dakota but its having too many issues that I cant afford to deal with. I live in Wyoming and travel a lot. I'm in the nati… --- ## [Hyundai Matrix 2007 the car won't start on the first try](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-matrix-2007-the-car-wont-start-on-the-first-try/76293)
**Author:** [@ga4a89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ga4a89)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-matrix-2007-the-car-wont-start-on-the-first-try/76293 "2013-02-04T05:46:58Z")
So I've had this problem for a week or so. The cold start is usually good and the car would usually just start but whenever I stop to go to the store for 5-30 minutes or so, I come back and the car would start only on 2n… --- ## [2006 Toyota Matrix/Corolla Oil Change to prevent VVTI problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-matrix-corolla-oil-change-to-prevent-vvti-problems/77130)
**Author:** [@lanedans1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lanedans1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-matrix-corolla-oil-change-to-prevent-vvti-problems/77130 "2013-02-04T05:40:29Z")
The manual says that the oil in this car should be changed every 7,000 miles or so. I am very skeptical at the duration of this interval. I drive exclusively on the highway to and from work. I live and work within 1 or 2… --- ## [Turning off the SRS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-the-srs-light/77146)
**Author:** [@rnwilha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rnwilha)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-off-the-srs-light/77146 "2013-02-04T03:27:06Z")
My Dad drives a 2005 Chevy C1500, and he complains that the SRS light continually stays on. He wants to know how to turn it off without taking it to the dealership. --- ## [Lites](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lites/77145)
**Author:** [@rin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lites/77145 "2013-02-04T03:07:09Z")
Hi, Have a 2005 Grand Cherokee, problem when lites are on high beam & I switch to low beam the lites turn off. When I flick the switch they come back on. Also when signaling or wipers are on sometimes lites start flash… --- ## [2005 volvo s40 engine boggs when i accelerate hard on cold days within first couple of minutes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volvo-s40-engine-boggs-when-i-accelerate-hard-on-cold-days-within-first-couple-of-minutes/77123)
**Author:** [@Ldenorio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ldenorio)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volvo-s40-engine-boggs-when-i-accelerate-hard-on-cold-days-within-first-couple-of-minutes/77123 "2013-02-04T01:45:50Z")
hi i have a 2005 volvo s40 i on a cold day when i start car and take off it boggs, there is no pep it seems like its struggling, after a couple minutes of driving she is back to normal. i replaced spark plugs - no diff- … --- ## [Transmission fluid change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change/77133)
**Author:** [@VOLKSWAGON](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLKSWAGON)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 1:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-fluid-change/77133 "2013-02-04T01:44:19Z")
MY WIFE WAS TOLD RECENTLY BY LOCAL VW DEALER THAT HER 2007 EOS WITH 40,000 MILES NEEDS THE TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGED AT A COST OF $300.00. I CHECKED LOCAL GARAGES AND THEY WANT ABOUT $130.00. ONE PLACE TOLD ME A SPECIAL… --- ## ['11 Forester thrown same code 7 times in a year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/11-forester-thrown-same-code-7-times-in-a-year/76869)
**Author:** [@berkshirebarks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berkshirebarks)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2013, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/11-forester-thrown-same-code-7-times-in-a-year/76869 "2013-02-04T01:22:16Z")
Hoping that there are some Subaru techs that can help me. I bought a 2011 Forester in Sept. 2011. It’s a 5-speed manual, premium. In January 2012 I throw a 0505A code, cold idle start. Of course check engine light ca… --- ## [F-250 Blower Motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-250-blower-motor/77143)
**Author:** [@DC13142](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DC13142)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-250-blower-motor/77143 "2013-02-03T22:46:58Z")
I have a 2008 F-250. Only speed #4 worked on Heater fan. I replaced Resistor, 1-4 worked for a short time, now just #4 works, what might the problem be? --- ## [2000 Maxima manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-maxima-manual/77138)
**Author:** [@Andrey\_Golinatyy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrey_Golinatyy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-maxima-manual/77138 "2013-02-03T22:30:48Z")
My 2000 Maxima manual, only in hot wether after driving for 30-40 min. revolutions start rising by itself and can go very high, becomes impossible to drive, have to shot off the car. I have this problem for 10 years and… --- ## [My headlights might be haunted?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-headlights-might-be-haunted/77139)
**Author:** [@DERRYO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DERRYO)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-headlights-might-be-haunted/77139 "2013-02-03T21:42:11Z")
HI DERRY from CA. NEAR LOS ANGELES. My 2002 MERCURY SABLE has almost 120,000 miles on it and runs like a dream with only standerd maintenance over the years. Starting 2 weeks ago when i drive to work early before sunrise… --- ## [92 honda accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-honda-accord/77136)
**Author:** [@Baxtermike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Baxtermike)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-honda-accord/77136 "2013-02-03T21:38:28Z")
My car wont start. I tried a new battery but it still sounds like the battery is dead. Its slow trying to turn over. And guesses? --- ## [Frozen stick shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-stick-shift/77140)
**Author:** [@Guich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guich)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frozen-stick-shift/77140 "2013-02-03T21:33:48Z")
My 2002 mini 6 speed stick licks to get stuck in the I park it in when its cold. After driving in that gear for 4 minutes it warms up and let's loose. Any suggestions? --- ## [TSX Wagon Vs CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tsx-wagon-vs-crv/77132)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tsx-wagon-vs-crv/77132 "2013-02-03T21:11:13Z")
Acura TSX Wagon Vs CRV - I know one is a car and the other is a SUV. I never had SUVs. Anything that I should consider before buying any one of the two? --- ## [2003 Xterra hesitates when starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-xterra-hesitates-when-starting/77134)
**Author:** [@gione](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gione)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-xterra-hesitates-when-starting/77134 "2013-02-03T20:22:50Z")
I have a 2003 Nissan Xterra, and have been having starting issues for while. Everybody who does a starting diagnostic test says everything is ok and working. Over the past 18 months, I have gotten new battery (charge is… --- ## [High idle 02 sable v-6 dohc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-idle-02-sable-v-6-dohc/76900)
**Author:** [@durango](https://community.cartalk.com/u/durango)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-idle-02-sable-v-6-dohc/76900 "2013-02-03T20:06:31Z")
replaced egr sensor and idle motor and pvc valve idles at park but in gear after 2000 rpm .... high idle back till 2 min., ??while driving but put it in neutral and idle comes back and stays till drive - 2000 … --- ## [HELP!95 Subaru Impreza pulls very hard to the right.. help please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-95-subaru-impreza-pulls-very-hard-to-the-right-help-please/77131)
**Author:** [@Kayler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kayler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-95-subaru-impreza-pulls-very-hard-to-the-right-help-please/77131 "2013-02-03T18:19:19Z")
My subaru pulls very hard to the right, so hard that I can not go any faster than second gear (It feels to un-safe) I hear a like metal on metal kind of noise, almost like a ding or a bell sound. It wobbles very bad also… --- ## [Brake fluid situation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-situation/77126)
**Author:** [@scj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scj)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 10:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-situation/77126 "2013-02-03T10:49:23Z")
I accidentally put a little bit of power steering fluid in with the brake fluid. After realizing it I took a turkey baster and took out what was in the cylinder. And then added new brake fluid back in. However there were… --- ## [Engine knocking repeatedly at stop, shuddering when changing gears at high speeds; 2002 Ford Escape](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking-repeatedly-at-stop-shuddering-when-changing-gears-at-high-speeds-2002-ford-escape/77099)
**Author:** [@AeroKid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AeroKid)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 10:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-knocking-repeatedly-at-stop-shuddering-when-changing-gears-at-high-speeds-2002-ford-escape/77099 "2013-02-03T10:34:04Z")
My car was sitting for a week in cold weather. I started it yesterday with no problem, but only waited for a minute or two before driving. I was driving at city speeds, and heard a knock. I was accelerating up a hill and… --- ## [A Bog Upon Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bog-upon-acceleration/76933)
**Author:** [@ParrotsandPotatoes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ParrotsandPotatoes)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-bog-upon-acceleration/76933 "2013-02-03T08:49:44Z")
My father acquired a 2003 Honda Odyssey about half a year ago, and it's been having a problem upon acceleration. Whenever he's pulling away from a stop, the car would bog when the transmission shifts from 2nd to 3rd gear… --- ## [Tracking Cookies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tracking-cookies/76943)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2013, 6:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tracking-cookies/76943 "2013-02-03T06:45:19Z")
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