# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1880 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1881 --- ## [Do I need an oil cooler if towing with a 4 cyl. Highlander?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-an-oil-cooler-if-towing-with-a-4-cyl-highlander/76799)
**Author:** [@PricePhoto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PricePhoto)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-an-oil-cooler-if-towing-with-a-4-cyl-highlander/76799 "2013-01-22T04:29:03Z")
I recently purchased a new 2012 Toyota Highlander with the 4 cyl. engine. This model did not come with the tow package, and I tow an aluminum trailer with 2 Harleys on it each year approx. 3,000 miles. I've gotten severa… --- ## [Draining Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/draining-battery/76840)
**Author:** [@Battery\_babe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Battery_babe)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/draining-battery/76840 "2013-01-22T03:47:01Z")
I have an 03 Dodge Caravan with 45,000 miles and a battery that is a year old this month. The battery drains rapidly. Even if I use a maintenance charger now it doesn't guarantee the car will start because recharging do… --- ## [Right Turn Rattle/ Grinding Only When Accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-turn-rattle-grinding-only-when-accelerating/76835)
**Author:** [@Souparu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Souparu)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/right-turn-rattle-grinding-only-when-accelerating/76835 "2013-01-22T03:43:51Z")
Hello All, Recently bought a 2003 Subaru Impreza TS with 112k and have been experiencing issues from day 1. The one that I haven't been able to resolve started after a new muffler was installed, inexplicably. Ever si… --- ## [After Market Blind spot mirros - recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-market-blind-spot-mirros-recommendation/76837)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 2:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/after-market-blind-spot-mirros-recommendation/76837 "2013-01-22T02:51:19Z")
I see people sticking a small mirrors on both side of the mirrors on the doors. They are small. Is it effective? 2000 Honda --- ## [1998 Plymouth Voyager](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-voyager/76830)
**Author:** [@MsEm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MsEm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2013, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-voyager/76830 "2013-01-22T01:38:35Z")
I have a 1998 Plymouth Voyager. A couple of months ago I noticed my van began misfiring, rough idle, change in gas mileage, etc. I was also smelling gas fumes in the car. I had a private mechanic check it out. He pulled … --- ## [2007 4 Runner help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-4-runner-help/76804)
**Author:** [@lvguinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lvguinn)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-4-runner-help/76804 "2013-01-21T21:18:45Z")
In my 4 runner when I slowly accelerate between 30 and 40 mph just as I can hear the car about to shift gear the car begins to shake when I than accelerate the shaking stops. Brought it to a shop and they changed a spark… --- ## [1993 toyota camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-camry/76828)
**Author:** [@echristina](https://community.cartalk.com/u/echristina)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 9:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-toyota-camry/76828 "2013-01-21T21:09:56Z")
Ok, I have read the blogs and just about every discussion on line about these sunroof drainage tubes. I have located the holes in the sunroof area. I had the driver's side carpet pulled back and dried the floor. When I p… --- ## [Bad Diesel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-diesel/76524)
**Author:** [@Ticklilly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ticklilly)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-diesel/76524 "2013-01-21T21:03:51Z")
I got a 2010 TDI Jetta SportWagen back in September. Since that time we have had it in the shop 6 separate times because the check engine light keeps coming on. The mechanics have now replaced all 4 fuel injectors, as of… --- ## [2004 Touareg Catalytic Converter shot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-touareg-catalytic-converter-shot/72756)
**Author:** [@newmantoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newmantoth)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-touareg-catalytic-converter-shot/72756 "2013-01-21T20:40:11Z")
Dealer quoted $6,580 to replace catalytic converter-- my dear husband thinks he can replace himself. How difficult is it? Car is a 2004 with 70K miles...do we just sell and buy a new car? Is there a cheaper way to get… --- ## [How to Move Long-Abandoned Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-move-long-abandoned-car/76764)
**Author:** [@FallsCityDave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FallsCityDave)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-move-long-abandoned-car/76764 "2013-01-21T20:37:33Z")
I have a 1930 4-door Chevrolet Sedan that has been sitting in farm storage shed since about 1969. I believe it was functional when last parked, but since then it has become a place to store junk (inside and on top). It i… --- ## [Internal lights out and now Car wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/internal-lights-out-and-now-car-wont-start/76831)
**Author:** [@dglot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dglot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/internal-lights-out-and-now-car-wont-start/76831 "2013-01-21T20:04:27Z")
Car: Seat Leon 2010, manual trans. On Saturday, upon starting the car after it had been driven 1 hour before, no internal electricity would work (dash board/internal lights, electronic windows, turn signal (internal and … --- ## [Replace old Jeep part?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-old-jeep-part/76663)
**Author:** [@chopper4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chopper4)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-old-jeep-part/76663 "2013-01-21T16:07:42Z")
The ABS actuator and pump motor have gone out of my niece's 1989 Jeep Cherokee and the mechanic is saying Chrysler no longer carries the parts (although there's a lifetime guarantee on them). Does anyone know where these… --- ## [Shaking and engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-and-engine-light/76827)
**Author:** [@LMNONE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LMNONE)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 8:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-and-engine-light/76827 "2013-01-21T08:51:45Z")
we just replaced a pressure hose that broke and now the engine light blinks 30 times and then goes off and then blinks again plus the engine seems to be shaking allot. --- ## [Desperately seeking trust worthy NYC Volkswagen repair shop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperately-seeking-trust-worthy-nyc-volkswagen-repair-shop/76825)
**Author:** [@newmantoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newmantoth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperately-seeking-trust-worthy-nyc-volkswagen-repair-shop/76825 "2013-01-21T07:53:58Z")
Need cat converters replaced/ or sensor-looking for someone who will be honest. Help! --- ## [Smoke test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-test/76669)
**Author:** [@Tricia111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tricia111)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 7:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-test/76669 "2013-01-21T07:29:11Z")
Ok. I am new here. First time asking a question because I am so at a loss of where to go to get a "smoke test" for my '01Chevy Cavalier. Car runs great! has over 160K, but won't pass inspection. There is a some sort of… --- ## [Engine and trac light plus mileage light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-and-trac-light-plus-mileage-light/76821)
**Author:** [@CARDOZA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CARDOZA)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-and-trac-light-plus-mileage-light/76821 "2013-01-21T06:29:29Z")
Hi, I have a 2003 Buick Century which has been a great car. About eight months ago my check engine light and trac light came on. If I put it in reverse then to drive they would go off, but no longer. A few months ago … --- ## [USED CAR: Cheap and high mileage, or lower mileage and higher priced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-cheap-and-high-mileage-or-lower-mileage-and-higher-priced/76759)
**Author:** [@Gun\_Doctor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gun_Doctor)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-cheap-and-high-mileage-or-lower-mileage-and-higher-priced/76759 "2013-01-21T06:28:10Z")
Okay, I need a used vehicle. Was going to buy one at Car Max, but didn't. (Don't care about any comments on Car Max, thank you) My choices for a vehicle are a Kia Sorento, Mazda Tribute, or Ford Escape (all 6 cyl). P… --- ## [Signs of Blown Head Gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/signs-of-blown-head-gasket/76817)
**Author:** [@EdnCali](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdnCali)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/signs-of-blown-head-gasket/76817 "2013-01-21T06:23:56Z")
My '96 Honda Accord has about 174,000 miles on it. Three weeks ago I checked my oil and the oil was black and way above the full level. I had also been adding 8-9 ounces of coolant previous to checking the level. My c… --- ## [98 Subi Forester - Replace Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-subi-forester-replace-engine/76562)
**Author:** [@millhunk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/millhunk)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 5:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-subi-forester-replace-engine/76562 "2013-01-21T05:53:57Z")
I got a 98 Subi Forester L, stick, 130k mi. How hard is it to R&R an engine in my car? I've seen engines for my subi for around $1500 and I would ONLY buy a rebuild for obvious reasons (see my previous posts). I'm pretty… --- ## [What happened to this engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happened-to-this-engine/76742)
**Author:** [@RADIONUTZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RADIONUTZ)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 3:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happened-to-this-engine/76742 "2013-01-21T03:19:44Z")
Quite awhile back, it may have been Mazda, I'm not sure, made a big deal about the WANKEL engine. I haven't heard about it since. For some reason it just went thru my mind, I don't know why but........I am just wondering… --- ## [2001 CRV engine misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-crv-engine-misfire/76818)
**Author:** [@joleso2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joleso2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-crv-engine-misfire/76818 "2013-01-21T02:40:37Z")
I have a 2001 Honda CRV with about 140,000 miles. It is an upstate NY car, so has seen its share of salt and rough winter driving, has a little bit of rust. I recently brought it in for repairs because it was overheati… --- ## [Intermittent CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-cel/76814)
**Author:** [@Twotired](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Twotired)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-cel/76814 "2013-01-21T02:18:51Z")
I have a 2004 Honda Accord EX 4 cyl. with 156k miles. A couple days ago, the CEL came on. It drove fine, but if I accelerated it wouldn't shift smoothly. It felt like it was hitting the rev limiter. I took it to ge… --- ## [Rusty Rotors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-rotors/76816)
**Author:** [@Elle67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elle67)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-rotors/76816 "2013-01-21T02:06:31Z")
I have 83,000 on my 2006 Saab 9-3. I had the breaks replaced 2 years ago. I drive 500 miles a week, The Saab dealer told me yesterday i need new rotors the front as there is 50% rust on them. I went onto your websi… --- ## [Honda Vibratron....Need Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-vibratron-need-help/76777)
**Author:** [@Detour](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Detour)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-vibratron-need-help/76777 "2013-01-21T01:40:17Z")
Hey everyone, I need some back up! I listen to the show weekly, this time I need help..... '97 Civic HX, runs great, no motor issue....more like driveline.....Recently picked up a vibration, it just got much worse. My … --- ## [2009 Accord - Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-accord-starting/76810)
**Author:** [@mahoney99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mahoney99)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2013, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-accord-starting/76810 "2013-01-21T00:22:21Z")
Turned the ignition key on my 2009 4dr Accord 4 cyl EX to Accessory a couple of weeks ago and was listening to the radio as i did a couple of last minute items in the yard. It may have been 15-20 minutes, when i got to t… --- ## [Vibrations in a 2002 Kia has mechanic baffled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-in-a-2002-kia-has-mechanic-baffled/76790)
**Author:** [@Brightest\_Moon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brightest_Moon)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2013, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibrations-in-a-2002-kia-has-mechanic-baffled/76790 "2013-01-20T23:44:48Z")
My 25-year-old son has a 2002 Kia Optima. He called on Monday after our cold snap here in Los Angeles, saying his car sounded funny when he started it. I told him that if it went on for more than a few minutes to drive i… --- ## [Horn doesn't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-doesnt-work/76813)
**Author:** [@Pitcrew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pitcrew)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2013, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horn-doesnt-work/76813 "2013-01-20T22:10:46Z")
My 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee, purchased new in August, 2008, in Virginia, has a horn that only works when mashed really hard on one of the horn icons on the steering wheel. It is not possible to make a modest "beep" alert… --- ## [Cost of replacing a catalytic converter on a 2004 Chevy Cavalier?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-replacing-a-catalytic-converter-on-a-2004-chevy-cavalier/76808)
**Author:** [@Gorm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gorm)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2013, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-replacing-a-catalytic-converter-on-a-2004-chevy-cavalier/76808 "2013-01-20T22:05:27Z")
I live in Tampa Fl. I need an idea of the cost of replacing the converter at a repair shop. --- ## [Starter/Electrical problems 1999 jeep grand cherokee 4.7 v8 4x4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-electrical-problems-1999-jeep-grand-cherokee-4-7-v8-4x4/76809)
**Author:** [@dallastxrodd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dallastxrodd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2013, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-electrical-problems-1999-jeep-grand-cherokee-4-7-v8-4x4/76809 "2013-01-20T21:59:05Z")
G morning guys and gals.. My 99 jeep grand Cherokee 4.7 will not start after 2 to 3 short trips. it starts up fine in the morning when the engine is cold but driving for a while while and I stop somewhere and shut the en… --- ## [Has the quality of car batteries gone down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-the-quality-of-car-batteries-gone-down/76779)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2013, 11:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-the-quality-of-car-batteries-gone-down/76779 "2013-01-20T11:14:47Z")
I have been having a problem finding good car batteries. It seems like the quality have gone down over the last few Years. I was told a while ago that really only two or three companies make batteries and they just pu… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1879) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1881)