# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1919 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1920 --- ## [Installing a second horn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-a-second-horn/75567)
**Author:** [@zoiberg137](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zoiberg137)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2012, 8:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/installing-a-second-horn/75567 "2012-11-17T08:18:38Z")
Ok, I am still trying to find an answer to this... I am installing a second horn that will have a separate switch. I bought the horn used. It currently has ONE wire coming out of it that is connected to a switch. The … --- ## [Can you make a beetle more manly?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-make-a-beetle-more-manly/75461)
**Author:** [@CamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CamJ)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2012, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-make-a-beetle-more-manly/75461 "2012-11-17T06:39:49Z")
My dad has taken over my sisters newer vw beetle. He loves the turbo and the attention he gets on the road but he has left a lot of the decorations in it. Is there a way to make it more manly like instead of daisies in… --- ## [2000 GMC sierra codes P0174 P0171](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-sierra-codes-p0174-p0171/75572)
**Author:** [@jwgriffin10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jwgriffin10)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2012, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-gmc-sierra-codes-p0174-p0171/75572 "2012-11-17T05:44:14Z")
I have a 2000 GMC sierra 1500 5.3 L V8. Recently I have noticed that when I first start my truck, especially if it's a cold start, it doesn't seem to be running right. It sounds almost as if it's not getting enough fuel … --- ## [Gas Smell, Erratic RPM, Bad Gas Mileage, Loss of Power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell-erratic-rpm-bad-gas-mileage-loss-of-power/75378)
**Author:** [@artie1000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artie1000)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2012, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-smell-erratic-rpm-bad-gas-mileage-loss-of-power/75378 "2012-11-17T04:39:33Z")
Howdy y'all and thanks in advance. I drive a Chevy S-10 truck, here are the specs: 2002 4 cyl 2.2 liter SFI The problem: Gas smell in the cab, erratic rpm at times when driving (tachometer revs but not acceleratin… --- ## [Tips for Sandy Soaked Vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-sandy-soaked-vehicles/75558)
**Author:** [@Carlyle35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlyle35)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2012, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-sandy-soaked-vehicles/75558 "2012-11-17T04:03:28Z")
We have a truck that flooded and insurance wants to total it. In NY, you can buy back a car when totaled, but adjuster is stating that the US law is that a flooded car can't be bought back by the owner. It still runs f… --- ## [Pontiac vibe GT oil pump and cluth explode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-gt-oil-pump-and-cluth-explode/75559)
**Author:** [@creel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/creel)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-gt-oil-pump-and-cluth-explode/75559 "2012-11-16T23:43:25Z")
2004 pontiac vibe GT, 6-speed standard, bought used, 120K miles. 5 weeks after ownership, car running very well, 16 year old driver driving at 60 mph in 5th gear, mistakedly downshifts into third..resulted in an immediat… --- ## [2002 Highlander Alternator Removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-highlander-alternator-removal/75555)
**Author:** [@rut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rut)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-highlander-alternator-removal/75555 "2012-11-16T19:40:02Z")
I am trying to replace the alternator. I have removed the top pivot bolt, the lower bolt going through the tensioning device, and the bolt that adjusts the tension. The thing still won't come out. I can move it up and do… --- ## [2004 Chevy Aveo - Broken timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-aveo-broken-timing-belt/75554)
**Author:** [@seibermaki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seibermaki)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-aveo-broken-timing-belt/75554 "2012-11-16T11:53:14Z")
The timing belt on my 2004 Chevy Aveo broke last week. I have it at a mechanic who got a new timing belt on to check the compression of the engine. Bad news: no compression. So far they haven't taken the head off to i… --- ## [Stuck-up wipers on a 2001 Saturn L200](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-up-wipers-on-a-2001-saturn-l200/75564)
**Author:** [@frichadaran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frichadaran)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 10:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stuck-up-wipers-on-a-2001-saturn-l200/75564 "2012-11-16T10:19:23Z")
Howdy! I have a 2001 Saturn L200, in great condition—other than that the wipers are in the upright position, like goalposts. They work fine, turn on and off perfectly, but they always return to the "up" position on the w… --- ## [93 Saab 900 loses power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-saab-900-loses-power/75450)
**Author:** [@Joe\_Walker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe_Walker)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 9:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-saab-900-loses-power/75450 "2012-11-16T09:58:30Z")
A woman called in today with a 93 Saab 900 that she said had little to no power right after start up. She claimed if she shut the car off then restarted the problem went away, which seemed to baffle you guys. I used to d… --- ## [Ford battery light on when idling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-battery-light-on-when-idling/75308)
**Author:** [@BillMac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillMac)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 8:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-battery-light-on-when-idling/75308 "2012-11-16T08:14:24Z")
Battery warning light came on a couple of times when driving to work in my 2000 F-150. I had thought that the instrument lights had looked dim for a couple of days. The warning light was only when the truck was idling … --- ## [Help! I need a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-need-a-new-car/75512)
**Author:** [@rozat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rozat)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 7:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-i-need-a-new-car/75512 "2012-11-16T07:33:12Z")
I had a Honda CR-V until 2 weeks ago, when it was stolen from in front of my house. I'm certain I won't get it back, and I'm looking for a replacement vehicle. I'm really short, and I got used to the great visibility in … --- ## [Whoop tube](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoop-tube/75453)
**Author:** [@PartlyDave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PartlyDave)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 6:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whoop-tube/75453 "2012-11-16T06:07:19Z")
The caller on today's show mentioned his car bogging down sometimes and said the a mechanic once fixed this problem by replacing the "Whoop Tube". I have hear the The vacuum hose from the intake manifold to the manifold … --- ## [Timing Chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/75462)
**Author:** [@Ray\_M](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray_M)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/75462 "2012-11-16T05:27:17Z")
I had to replace the chain tensionor 3 times. I would like to know if that is a common problem with the 2.2L engines. Also does anybody know how the chain is oiled while in operation. --- ## [96 Grand Cherokee dies randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-grand-cherokee-dies-randomly/74560)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 5:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-grand-cherokee-dies-randomly/74560 "2012-11-16T05:17:26Z")
4.0 liter, 156000 miles, Auto trans, It dies while driving. RPMs drop and it dies. Then starts right back up. These things have already been replaced cam shaft sensor crank shaft positioning sensor fuel filter Plugs… --- ## [Reset of electrical system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reset-of-electrical-system/75542)
**Author:** [@4Cornered](https://community.cartalk.com/u/4Cornered)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reset-of-electrical-system/75542 "2012-11-16T05:01:20Z")
I have a 1983 Dodge W150 that has a problem. It stops running with the electrical system completely shut down. If the battery is taken out of the system, and then reconnected, it starts and runs fine. Some history: a tra… --- ## [Shaking in 1st gear (2006 Mini Cooper with stick)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-in-1st-gear-2006-mini-cooper-with-stick/75532)
**Author:** [@Yazon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yazon)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaking-in-1st-gear-2006-mini-cooper-with-stick/75532 "2012-11-16T02:29:27Z")
Hello all, We have a 2006 Mini Cooper Cabrio with 55K miles. The car is a lot of fun, but lately I've run into a problem: when starting movement and engaging first gear, as I release the clutch and engage the engine - th… --- ## [2005 Nissan Sentra 1.8S - Starting Rough or Not at All](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-sentra-1-8s-starting-rough-or-not-at-all/75562)
**Author:** [@AJRowland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AJRowland)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-sentra-1-8s-starting-rough-or-not-at-all/75562 "2012-11-16T01:50:32Z")
I'm having some issues with my 2005 Nissan Sentra. I've browsed the forums looking to see if anyone has had a similar issue but haven't found a match yet. What's happening to me is, the car just won't start sometimes, pa… --- ## [Seat no longer will sit upright, gear wheel that raises and lowers popped out, may have snapped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-no-longer-will-sit-upright-gear-wheel-that-raises-and-lowers-popped-out-may-have-snapped/75556)
**Author:** [@bcandy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcandy)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2012, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-no-longer-will-sit-upright-gear-wheel-that-raises-and-lowers-popped-out-may-have-snapped/75556 "2012-11-16T00:17:50Z")
I have a 1998 Volkswagen Cabrio GLS 4Cyl2.0L. the wheel that raises and lowers the back of the seat has come out. The small plastic interior part appears to have snapped. Is there a way to order a replacement part and re… --- ## [1998 Honda Passport 2 or 4 WD - mismatched tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-passport-2-or-4-wd-mismatched-tires/75534)
**Author:** [@WestCoastWood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WestCoastWood)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-passport-2-or-4-wd-mismatched-tires/75534 "2012-11-15T23:04:05Z")
I have a '98 Passport that can be shifted into 4WD. I have to replace one tire (nail in sidewall) and have been told I need to buy all new tires. I understand that this is true due so I will not potentially overhead (r… --- ## [2010 Subaru Forester front left tire looses pressure faster than other tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-front-left-tire-looses-pressure-faster-than-other-tires/75552)
**Author:** [@lotharsmash](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lotharsmash)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-front-left-tire-looses-pressure-faster-than-other-tires/75552 "2012-11-15T18:26:06Z")
I have a 2010 Subaru Forester that looses pressure in the front left tire much more quickly than the other 3 tires. For example, I just filled up all 4 tires to 33PSI, and when I checked it a week or two later, the fron… --- ## [Double starting gmc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/double-starting-gmc/75520)
**Author:** [@mark30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark30)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/double-starting-gmc/75520 "2012-11-15T18:16:16Z")
I have a 2001 gmc 1500 with a 4.8L engine and around 145,000 miles on it. I have a small problem that for lack of time I have been ignoring for a couple years. There has been no check engine light. but now that the co… --- ## [Why does car rev high when starting it in the morning?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-car-rev-high-when-starting-it-in-the-morning/75523)
**Author:** [@umcanes05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/umcanes05)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 10:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-car-rev-high-when-starting-it-in-the-morning/75523 "2012-11-15T10:02:45Z")
I have a 2003 Toyota Corolla with 90000 miles, that gets regular maintenance. I've tried taking it to the dealership, but all they want to do is blindly follow their flowchart, making me spend lots of money in the proc… --- ## [Trans ? Odyssey skipping during acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-odyssey-skipping-during-acceleration/75505)
**Author:** [@MQ1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MQ1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 10:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-odyssey-skipping-during-acceleration/75505 "2012-11-15T10:01:36Z")
Hi, I have a 2007 Honda Odyssey. It consistently, randomly skips during acceleration. Have brought it to Honda and they said nothing is findable. Another mechanic tried to sell me an engine mount, stating that this … --- ## [Car will turn over but wont start :\[](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-turn-over-but-wont-start/75551)
**Author:** [@camel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/camel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 9:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-turn-over-but-wont-start/75551 "2012-11-15T09:43:13Z")
its a 1996 vw gti 2.0 it wont stay running. changed the spark plugs, air filter, distributor cap. itll crank but wont start. if i give it gas it will start. but you have to stay on the gas to keep it running. when you le… --- ## [Keyless entry vehicle with remote starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-vehicle-with-remote-starter/75546)
**Author:** [@AK\_Rogue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AK_Rogue)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keyless-entry-vehicle-with-remote-starter/75546 "2012-11-15T06:18:27Z")
Nissan Rogue SV 2011 is keyless entry vehicle. When using remote starter, the engine shuts off when brake pedal depressed and the car is restarted to drive away. does this 'turning off/turning on' the engine damage any… --- ## [Transmission Failure in 2005 Mini Cooper - Repair or Replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-failure-in-2005-mini-cooper-repair-or-replace/72983)
**Author:** [@oldfashiongirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldfashiongirl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-failure-in-2005-mini-cooper-repair-or-replace/72983 "2012-11-15T06:05:09Z")
Hi all, Any help on this would be greatly appreciated. My 2005 Mini Cooper, manual transmission, has 82K miles. About a month ago, I noticed a loud sound coming from the engine when at speeds above 60mph. Over the n… --- ## [Skull fractured by transmission in an old car from the 1920s](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skull-fractured-by-transmission-in-an-old-car-from-the-1920s/75399)
**Author:** [@Ormond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ormond)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/skull-fractured-by-transmission-in-an-old-car-from-the-1920s/75399 "2012-11-15T04:31:20Z")
A relative of mine was killed in a car wreck in 1934. He ran a stop sign and hit another car. The occupants of the other car were not hurt, but he was killed. On the death certificate it said his skull was fractured b… --- ## [Heater blower motor resister location](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-blower-motor-resister-location/75550)
**Author:** [@RRB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RRB)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-blower-motor-resister-location/75550 "2012-11-15T04:24:45Z")
I have a Ford F250 4.8L V-8 3/4 ton pickup. I need to replace the heater blower resister because the high setting is the only one that works now. I looked on the internet and one entry says under the glove box another sa… --- ## [2005 Honda CRV headlights & instrument lights flicker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-crv-headlights-instrument-lights-flicker/75537)
**Author:** [@steve\_flickering\_crv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve_flickering_crv)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2012, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-crv-headlights-instrument-lights-flicker/75537 "2012-11-15T01:12:33Z")
I've got a 2005 Honda CRV that I love everything about except one thing that really annoys and scares me. The headlights and instrument lights "twinkle" or shimmer. Like they pulsate in intensity bright and dim 2- 4 t… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1918) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1920)