# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1897 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1898 --- ## [Noisy windshield on 2006 Chevy Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-windshield-on-2006-chevy-equinox/76264)
**Author:** [@eisjeff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eisjeff)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2012, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noisy-windshield-on-2006-chevy-equinox/76264 "2012-12-23T05:29:47Z")
I recently had the windshield replaced on my 2006 Chevy Equinox, and for a few months everything was fine. Then the windshield started sounding like wind was coming through the top but it doesn't leak water. I have had t… --- ## [Looking for suggestions on a rusty bumper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-suggestions-on-a-rusty-bumper/76257)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2012, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-suggestions-on-a-rusty-bumper/76257 "2012-12-23T05:23:03Z")
i have tried finding a used rear bumper for my 98 tahoe and have not had any luck. i was wondering if having it painted would be a good idea or not. it is quite rusted and takes away from the otherwise very good appear… --- ## [A/C fan on volvo 2002 v40](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-fan-on-volvo-2002-v40/76284)
**Author:** [@tmontgom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tmontgom)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2012, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-fan-on-volvo-2002-v40/76284 "2012-12-23T02:01:50Z")
The a/c fan on my 2002 Volvo v40 will suddenly speed up for a few seconds, and then go back to the original speed. It happens if the a/c is on or off. All speeds work otherwise. Any ideas? Tom --- ## [Nissan Xterra 2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-xterra-2000/76281)
**Author:** [@peppergal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peppergal)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2012, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-xterra-2000/76281 "2012-12-23T01:11:50Z")
My Nissan dealer replaced the transmission sensor, after running it thru quality check, they found the wire harness has a break in it. If they can't reroute a splice around the wire harness break, they said the car in "N… --- ## [Soaked back seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soaked-back-seat/76286)
**Author:** [@Kamielynn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kamielynn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2012, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/soaked-back-seat/76286 "2012-12-23T00:56:24Z")
I left my car at Denver International Airport for 5 days. When I left it there the temp was 70 degrees when I returned it was 28, burr. Unfortunately I had a case of bubble water in glass jars that exploded in the back s… --- ## [Is my Toyota worth saving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-toyota-worth-saving/76261)
**Author:** [@mateel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mateel)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-toyota-worth-saving/76261 "2012-12-22T21:30:01Z")
I have a 94 Toyota Corolla wagon that needs a new transmission. It was a great car which I've owned for the past 4 years. It has 220,000 miles on it, but I was told the engine is a rebuilt engine with less miles. It g… --- ## [AC Vacuum Necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-vacuum-necessary/76256)
**Author:** [@gravityflyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gravityflyer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-vacuum-necessary/76256 "2012-12-22T20:30:32Z")
Hi all, I decided to do some work on the engine bay of my '77 Datsun 280Z. I would like to know whether it is possible to remove the vacuum lines from the system, and if so, what would be the effect on the AC system? I… --- ## [To tow or not tow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-tow-or-not-tow/76273)
**Author:** [@Jmbo1945](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jmbo1945)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-tow-or-not-tow/76273 "2012-12-22T20:30:01Z")
Where should one attach a chain to the front end of a typical compact car that is stuck in the snow? --- ## [Acelerator pedal sounds like air blowing through then more problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acelerator-pedal-sounds-like-air-blowing-through-then-more-problems/76263)
**Author:** [@Bad\_Kitty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bad_Kitty)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 8:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acelerator-pedal-sounds-like-air-blowing-through-then-more-problems/76263 "2012-12-22T20:07:59Z")
Help my car just all of the sudden started makeing this air vent/blowing noise each time I touched the pedal while driving. Then about 8 miles later there was an additional noice rattleing in the back of the manifold. Th… --- ## [No Compression in Cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-in-cylinder/76212)
**Author:** [@toddinla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toddinla)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-compression-in-cylinder/76212 "2012-12-22T20:02:03Z")
Hello Car Talk Community, About a week ago I was driving my Pontiac 2003 Grand Am V6 and it began to violenty shake and the "check engine light" came on and started blinking. I then immediately took it to the mechanic … --- ## [Buying a lowrider VW Golf with expectations of conversion back t0 NORMAL ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-lowrider-vw-golf-with-expectations-of-conversion-back-t0-normal-ride/76265)
**Author:** [@Katbaloo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katbaloo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-lowrider-vw-golf-with-expectations-of-conversion-back-t0-normal-ride/76265 "2012-12-22T13:25:48Z")
Hey, hey...I've found a 2010 VW Golf TDI w/manual transmission for an okay price--I was told that the car was converted to a low-ride....Is there any assurance you all could provide that mechanics could -successfully- co… --- ## [Good Cheap used car for the DIY'er](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-cheap-used-car-for-the-diyer/76227)
**Author:** [@IM-MTO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IM-MTO)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 11:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-cheap-used-car-for-the-diyer/76227 "2012-12-22T11:30:36Z")
I'm looking for suggestions on a good cheap used car that can last for a good long while with nothing more than basic tools and some elbow grease. Doesn't need to be fast or flashy just reliable and EASY to maintain. I… --- ## [Location of bank 1 sensor 2 sensor 2001 buick century](https://community.cartalk.com/t/location-of-bank-1-sensor-2-sensor-2001-buick-century/75517)
**Author:** [@ballcapdaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ballcapdaddy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 10:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/location-of-bank-1-sensor-2-sensor-2001-buick-century/75517 "2012-12-22T10:29:55Z")
Hey all! I am trying to save a few bucks on my 2001 century by replacing the bank 1 sensor 2 o2 sensor. I am getting the p0141 code so I know it is the rear sensor. One of my friends has indicated that I need to take thi… --- ## [Catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/76218)
**Author:** [@zlots](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zlots)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 9:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/76218 "2012-12-22T09:29:20Z")
can i have an after market converter installed on my chevy tahoe?? would it make a difference on engine performance? thanks zlots --- ## [2001 buick century windows fogging up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-windows-fogging-up/76262)
**Author:** [@ballcapdaddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ballcapdaddy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 9:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-windows-fogging-up/76262 "2012-12-22T09:11:06Z")
Hello again! My current issue is as such: I started my car the other evening after a long day at work to find that when I started the car(i always leave the heater/AC control in bi-level mode with the a/c on with the fan… --- ## [1990 Nissan d21 brake warning light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-d21-brake-warning-light/76272)
**Author:** [@F100v8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/F100v8)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-d21-brake-warning-light/76272 "2012-12-22T07:52:30Z")
Hello, I have a 90 Nissan pickup and recently the brake warning light came on. Its full of fluid and the emergency brake is not on. What could cause this problem? --- ## [Well, I didn't hit the squirrel... (wheel alignment)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/well-i-didnt-hit-the-squirrel-wheel-alignment/76258)
**Author:** [@GoldSubieGal86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GoldSubieGal86)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 7:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/well-i-didnt-hit-the-squirrel-wheel-alignment/76258 "2012-12-22T07:23:20Z")
On my way out of my neighborhood this morning, I forgot everything my dad ever taught me about driving and swerved to avoid hitting a squirrel. Instead, my right tire hit the beginning of a curb with a loud THUMP... and … --- ## [Subaru timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-timing-belt/71725)
**Author:** [@RSD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RSD)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 7:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-timing-belt/71725 "2012-12-22T07:18:23Z")
My 05 Subaru outback is at 91,000 miles and runs well. I want to keep it forever. I am about to have the timing belt replaced ($370). The dealer service adviser suggests that I also replace the "belt tensioner" for an… --- ## [Civic Hybrid having trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-hybrid-having-trouble-starting/75691)
**Author:** [@msjones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/msjones)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-hybrid-having-trouble-starting/75691 "2012-12-22T04:07:48Z")
My 2007 Civic Hybrid is having trouble starting. This happens when it's cold out, it's been sitting outside overnight (I don't have a garage), and the IMA battery is low. I've taken it to the dealership but they were n… --- ## [Problems shifting into gear - 98 Ford Ranger 4cyl 5spd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-shifting-into-gear-98-ford-ranger-4cyl-5spd/76266)
**Author:** [@fernplant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fernplant)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-shifting-into-gear-98-ford-ranger-4cyl-5spd/76266 "2012-12-22T00:22:36Z")
This truck has been giving me tranny problems for a while now. About a year ago, stopped in traffic in neutral, I attempted to shift into 1st but it wouldn't go into gear, not reverse, not any gear. Eventually after a mi… --- ## [2003 Ford Master Cylinder Failed Twice in 5 Months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-master-cylinder-failed-twice-in-5-months/76248)
**Author:** [@PBerard2002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PBerard2002)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2012, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-master-cylinder-failed-twice-in-5-months/76248 "2012-12-22T00:21:55Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Escape 3.0l V-6. In June while driving to a job interview, my brakes unexpectedly failed. With absolutely no warning, the pedal went straight to the floor. I replaced the master cylinder...problem s… --- ## [Draining fuel from historic fire engines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/draining-fuel-from-historic-fire-engines/76249)
**Author:** [@FireEngines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FireEngines)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/draining-fuel-from-historic-fire-engines/76249 "2012-12-21T21:55:36Z")
Hi Everyone, I work at a museum that houses a large collection of historic fire trucks, dating from the early 20th century to the present. We'd like to preserve them for the future, and understand that draining the fue… --- ## [Looking for Very Rough Estimate for Collision Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-very-rough-estimate-for-collision-repair/76255)
**Author:** [@DartmanX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DartmanX)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-very-rough-estimate-for-collision-repair/76255 "2012-12-21T20:36:20Z")
I did a number on the front of my 2004 Ford Explorer. Basically, I rear-ended a car at something like 10-15 mph (brakes locked). The other car, a Jeep Liberty, looked like it sustained about two puncture wounds to the sp… --- ## [2013 Toyota Camry Scores "Poor" Rating In New IIHS "Small Overlap" Crash Test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-scores-poor-rating-in-new-iihs-small-overlap-crash-test/76252)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-scores-poor-rating-in-new-iihs-small-overlap-crash-test/76252 "2012-12-21T19:39:22Z")
I know Many Car Buyers Shop With Safety In Mind. This New Test Will Be A Part Of What Many Buyers Will Consider While Shopping For A New Car. It Will Probably Cause Some Current Owners To Reconsider Their Purchases. N… --- ## [Car won't start unless I give it gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-unless-i-give-it-gas/76217)
**Author:** [@shanebebber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanebebber)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-unless-i-give-it-gas/76217 "2012-12-21T19:00:48Z")
I own a 2001 Volvo S40. At first I had a problem getting it to stay running on the first start. Before when I started the car it would stall the first or second time. Then I would give it a little gas, let off and it wou… --- ## [Hairline Marks on New Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hairline-marks-on-new-honda/76213)
**Author:** [@3rd\_Honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3rd_Honda)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hairline-marks-on-new-honda/76213 "2012-12-21T18:57:36Z")
I bought a 2012 Honda Civic in July of this year, and it only had 2 miles on it. After purchasing the car, I took it for a car wash one week later, and after the wash, I noticed that there were hairline scratches throug… --- ## [Magic Tow Truck Fixed My Dead Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magic-tow-truck-fixed-my-dead-car/76234)
**Author:** [@Barberrian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barberrian)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 9:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/magic-tow-truck-fixed-my-dead-car/76234 "2012-12-21T09:51:12Z")
The following events occurred with my 2003 Toyota Corolla. It was an extremely hot weekend (for Portland OR). The previous couple days were hitting 100 F and the Corolla had sat unused. In the morning we went out to th… --- ## [Bad Car Juju - should I stay or should I go, says my Mazda tribute](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-car-juju-should-i-stay-or-should-i-go-says-my-mazda-tribute/76229)
**Author:** [@Heather\_C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Heather_C)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 9:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-car-juju-should-i-stay-or-should-i-go-says-my-mazda-tribute/76229 "2012-12-21T09:08:23Z")
After my 2002 Land Rover Freelander crapped the bed last summer, I sadly made another bad car decision and purchased a 2003 Mazda Tribute. At the time it seemed like the perfect vehicle for newly weds with two dogs and h… --- ## [2002 honda accord maintance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-maintance/76243)
**Author:** [@ritesh123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ritesh123)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-accord-maintance/76243 "2012-12-21T06:17:52Z")
hi, I got my Honda accord 2002 3 year ago. I have never done any major servicing in the car than oil change timely. I had 99000 mile when I got the car now it has 142000 mile. is it the time to change the timing belt, fa… --- ## [2004 Dodge Ram 1500 rotors keep warping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-1500-rotors-keep-warping/76119)
**Author:** [@Bastogne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bastogne)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2012, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-1500-rotors-keep-warping/76119 "2012-12-21T05:37:51Z")
I had an accident a couple years ago. I hydroplaned on the freeway and ended up hitting the center concrete wall with the back right corner of the truck. Ever since that time after a few thousand mile any where from 25… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1896) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1898)