# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1924 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1925 --- ## [Kia Sedona minivan emissions solenoid replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-minivan-emissions-solenoid-replacement/75412)
**Author:** [@jeannemls86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeannemls86)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-minivan-emissions-solenoid-replacement/75412 "2012-11-08T21:06:20Z")
Our 2003 Kia Sedona minivan LX has an engine light on which had never happened before. It has 100,000 miles and it was not yet due for an oil change when the light came on driving home last week. I had a diagnostic run… --- ## [Deceleration noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deceleration-noise/75403)
**Author:** [@Michele57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michele57)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deceleration-noise/75403 "2012-11-08T20:04:21Z")
My car is making a loud deceleration noise evertime I let off of the accelerator. It appears the RPMS are not adjusting. Could this be my transmission, timing or something else? --- ## [1950s antifreeze/overheating car question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1950s-antifreeze-overheating-car-question/75409)
**Author:** [@factchecker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/factchecker)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1950s-antifreeze-overheating-car-question/75409 "2012-11-08T20:03:44Z")
Hi experts, I'm fact-checking a book, and have very limited car savvy. Does this passage make sense for a description of a car problem in 1958?: -- As we left Oklahoma, crossed the Texas panhandle, and went into New … --- ## [Where can I view and purchase used trucks online?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-view-and-purchase-used-trucks-online/75402)
**Author:** [@phillycarsco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phillycarsco)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-can-i-view-and-purchase-used-trucks-online/75402 "2012-11-08T16:28:23Z")
When someone (an individual buyer, dealer, company, etc.) wants to buy a used car, he looks at some main sites: AutoTrader, eBay Motors, Craigslist, Cars.com... I want to know where truck buyers go to buy used trucks. … --- ## [How do I change license plate lights on 1998 Nissan Pathfinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-change-license-plate-lights-on-1998-nissan-pathfinder/75275)
**Author:** [@akdennis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akdennis)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-change-license-plate-lights-on-1998-nissan-pathfinder/75275 "2012-11-08T12:15:28Z")
My Pathfinder has the license palate in the middle/center of the hatchback door, with one light on the left and one on the right. I cannot figure out how to change the bulbs and my manual is no help; it shows the process… --- ## [95 VW Cabrio fuel pump/filter/rail issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-vw-cabrio-fuel-pump-filter-rail-issue/74782)
**Author:** [@keudo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keudo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 10:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-vw-cabrio-fuel-pump-filter-rail-issue/74782 "2012-11-08T10:17:19Z")
1995 VW Cabrio The fuel pump went out, wouldn't turn over when turning the key, so we replaced that. Now the pump will engage for half a second and stop, pumping out maybe half an ounce of fuel, but the car will not st… --- ## [Sporadic rumble on 2006 Honda CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sporadic-rumble-on-2006-honda-crv/71735)
**Author:** [@Zelda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zelda)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 8:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sporadic-rumble-on-2006-honda-crv/71735 "2012-11-08T08:27:59Z")
When I am driving my 2006 Honda CRV, occasionally and sporadically when I hit 40MPH and 1500 RPM, I experience a rumble that everyone in the car can hear and feel. It is like driving over a rumble strip. As I speed up,… --- ## [Dead Buick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-buick/75387)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-buick/75387 "2012-11-08T07:04:22Z")
My 1998 Regal finally bit the dust. My daughter hydroplaned and ended up in a ditch about 2 weeks ago. She bent the fender, but the door still opens. Now the brake lights, including the ABS light are lit - and the CEL… --- ## [Car hesitating when driven through puddles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-hesitating-when-driven-through-puddles/75261)
**Author:** [@ahaight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ahaight)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-hesitating-when-driven-through-puddles/75261 "2012-11-08T06:39:28Z")
I drive a 2009 Chevy Cobalt. A really great car except for that when I drive through a puddle of water (no matter how deep) and have to stop immediately after, it hesitates and makes a squealing noise as soon as I hit th… --- ## [09 forester transmission questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-forester-transmission-questions/75406)
**Author:** [@pabrandt06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pabrandt06)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-forester-transmission-questions/75406 "2012-11-08T05:06:00Z")
I have a 09 Subaru Forester (automatic) with 56,300 miles on it. Within the last 100 miles, the transmission has started 'hiccuping' as it changes gears. Also, when the car is cold and first started up, as I drive the rp… --- ## [Screeching noise before car has warmed up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-noise-before-car-has-warmed-up/75356)
**Author:** [@bendgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bendgirl)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-noise-before-car-has-warmed-up/75356 "2012-11-08T00:35:53Z")
My 1993 Geo Prizm (with 275,000 miles on it) makes an awful high pitched screeching noise when I first start my car in the morning. The noise goes away once I am in second or third gear and is completely gone when my ca… --- ## [Buying a 2004 used car with manny tranny-what questions should I ask?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2004-used-car-with-manny-tranny-what-questions-should-i-ask/75394)
**Author:** [@cbrouserobinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cbrouserobinson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2004-used-car-with-manny-tranny-what-questions-should-i-ask/75394 "2012-11-08T00:00:16Z")
in the market for a used 2004 Rav4 with 75K miles with a manny tranny. Price seems right but am worried about potential problems under the hood. am OK with the car needing usual replacements for wear and tear (battery… --- ## [Heat and ac problems re worded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-and-ac-problems-re-worded/75348)
**Author:** [@xoxosteffiexoxox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xoxosteffiexoxox)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-and-ac-problems-re-worded/75348 "2012-11-07T23:51:45Z")
recently my heat/ ac will just randomly turn off and turn back on whenever it feels like it, and also when i try to lower or raise the temp it changes cd player to the tuner to aux and so on its really weird and my dad w… --- ## [Toyota Prius on a hunger strike](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-prius-on-a-hunger-strike/75398)
**Author:** [@Jhudsonrn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jhudsonrn)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-prius-on-a-hunger-strike/75398 "2012-11-07T23:50:36Z")
I have a 2008 Prius. When I try to fill it up, it bucks back against the nozzle. I can get gas in in little drives and drabs and the gas gauge doesn't show that new gas has been added. I tried three different stations be… --- ## [Sticky Clutch Pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch-pedal/75401)
**Author:** [@Tammy78723](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tammy78723)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-clutch-pedal/75401 "2012-11-07T23:39:45Z")
I recently had the clutch replaced on my 2001 Subaru, now the clutch pedal is sticking, could this be related to the clutch replacement or is this something else? I didn't have such a great experience with the mechanic … --- ## [Timing belt cracks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-cracks/75388)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-cracks/75388 "2012-11-07T23:01:53Z")
\[image\]Just thought I'd share some pictures of an 8 year old timing belt on our Honda. I used the Sony camera so focus isn't ideal, it focuses on what it wants, not what I want. I should have used the Nikon, too late n… --- ## [Startup Issues | 1999 Chevy Cavalier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/startup-issues-1999-chevy-cavalier/75400)
**Author:** [@P1NBACK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/P1NBACK)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/startup-issues-1999-chevy-cavalier/75400 "2012-11-07T21:28:17Z")
Hi, first time poster here. I'm having troubles with my Chevy Cavalier and getting stumped at this point as to what the next move might be. I'm not super savvy with cars, so I'm not sure if I am giving enough details,… --- ## [Should I lubricate the doors, locks, and hinges on my car? If so, how? With what type of lubricant?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-lubricate-the-doors-locks-and-hinges-on-my-car-if-so-how-with-what-type-of-lubricant/75382)
**Author:** [@mareakin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mareakin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-lubricate-the-doors-locks-and-hinges-on-my-car-if-so-how-with-what-type-of-lubricant/75382 "2012-11-07T20:18:04Z")
My car is 6 years old and I've meticulously attended to the under-the-hood maintenance items (even stuff the maintenance schedule manual does not mention such as doing a drain and refill of the ATF at 30,000 miles, court… --- ## [Saab engine trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-engine-trouble/75391)
**Author:** [@Uscsax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Uscsax)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 9:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-engine-trouble/75391 "2012-11-07T09:54:27Z")
The car started fine...upon pulling out of the parking lot, the check engine light came on. After a couple seconds, the engine slow cut out and then wouldn't restart. After 20 minutes, I tried again and it started. When … --- ## [Block Heater needed for a 99 Volvo v70 xc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/block-heater-needed-for-a-99-volvo-v70-xc/75370)
**Author:** [@Cold\_in\_ALaska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cold_in_ALaska)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 9:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/block-heater-needed-for-a-99-volvo-v70-xc/75370 "2012-11-07T09:45:08Z")
We bought a Volvo wagon a year and a half ago, and have been having problems with it starting in the winter. We found out last winter that it did not have a block heater, and have been trying to find one to fit since th… --- ## [Help for my back ache](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-for-my-back-ache/75371)
**Author:** [@homecat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/homecat)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-for-my-back-ache/75371 "2012-11-07T07:40:37Z")
I have been driving a Chrystler minivan for over 10 years mostly because it was the only vehicle that I was comfortable driving in for long distances ( as well as bringing up 2 kids). It's time to get into something smal… --- ## [1981 land rover series iii diesel - i need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-land-rover-series-iii-diesel-i-need-help/75384)
**Author:** [@dapoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dapoth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1981-land-rover-series-iii-diesel-i-need-help/75384 "2012-11-07T05:55:43Z")
I live right outside Philadelphia and own a 1981 Land Rover Series III. It has been at my mechanic's shop for almost 2 years and still needs: Some metal work, electrical, and engine work. Looking for someone who can g… --- ## [Cavalier won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-wont-start/75390)
**Author:** [@Chevy\_fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chevy_fan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 5:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-wont-start/75390 "2012-11-07T05:25:47Z")
My 1996 Chevrolet cavalier will not start. It sat for two months while I looked for a neutral safety switch. New switch is in and brand new battery, Car does turn over. It gets close but no luck. I put new gas in. Any th… --- ## [Transmission problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problem/75311)
**Author:** [@abkluthe1977](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abkluthe1977)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-problem/75311 "2012-11-07T04:41:21Z")
I'm kind of a shade-tree mechanic. I know how to take parts out and put new ones in there place. I took on a bigger job recently and ran into a tiny snag. I replaced the engine in a 1992 jeep cherokee 4x4. All went we… --- ## [1990 Merc 500SL - connection between headlights and washer fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-merc-500sl-connection-between-headlights-and-washer-fluid/75386)
**Author:** [@Almejs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Almejs)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-merc-500sl-connection-between-headlights-and-washer-fluid/75386 "2012-11-07T04:16:05Z")
When I turn on the headlights a loud buzzing noise begins and the car proceeds to dump out all of the window washer fluid. Washer fluid otherwise does not leak on its own. The car has wipers on the headlights; but I don'… --- ## [Protocall for getting estimates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/protocall-for-getting-estimates/75369)
**Author:** [@bendgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bendgirl)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/protocall-for-getting-estimates/75369 "2012-11-07T01:39:53Z")
I need a lot of work done on my old car with 270,000 miles on it but don't want it all done, just the necessary stuff that will leave me stranded somewhere. Is it possible to go to a mechanic and ask them for an estimat… --- ## [Changed timing belt now car wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-timing-belt-now-car-wont-start/75300)
**Author:** [@Frogg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frogg)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2012, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-timing-belt-now-car-wont-start/75300 "2012-11-07T01:35:57Z")
A friends car broke down. He has a 1990 ford escort. It would turn over, but would not crank. I took a look at it and the timing belt was off. Replaced it today, and the car is still turning over but not cranking. The ti… --- ## [2005 Saab 9-2x (Impreza) Engine Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saab-9-2x-impreza-engine-problem/75377)
**Author:** [@mheenan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mheenan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2012, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saab-9-2x-impreza-engine-problem/75377 "2012-11-06T23:35:00Z")
I recently had the following work done or replaced on my 2005 Saab 9-2 X - Timing belt kit and water pump replaced A/C Belt ALT/P/S Belt Front Camshaft seal Kit Front Camshaft seal Everything was fine for a couple of… --- ## [ERG Valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/erg-valve/75381)
**Author:** [@ckhatcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ckhatcher)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2012, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/erg-valve/75381 "2012-11-06T23:28:17Z")
What is this, the ERG Valve? I am told it might be the cause of the pinging in my engine (2003 Maxima, 170,000 miles). --- ## [02 Altima grinding noise from driver side wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-altima-grinding-noise-from-driver-side-wheel/75380)
**Author:** [@jasenjude](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasenjude)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2012, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-altima-grinding-noise-from-driver-side-wheel/75380 "2012-11-06T23:24:16Z")
Hi All, I've got this 02 Nissan Altima 126,000 miles. I did a front brake job on my self, new rotors and ceramic pads. Immediately after the brake job, I started hearing this horrible grinding noise when weight is shift… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1923) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1925)