# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1930 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1931 --- ## [Honda Accord - Phillip screws on brake rotors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-phillip-screws-on-brake-rotors/75224)
**Author:** [@Val111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Val111)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-phillip-screws-on-brake-rotors/75224 "2012-10-29T17:42:20Z")
I jus replaced the front pads and rotors on my 2006 Accord LX. I had a tough time removing the two Phillip screws from each rotor. The heads were stripped and I had to use a screw extractor. I did not bother replacing… --- ## [Blower that controls the a/c and heater](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-that-controls-the-a-c-and-heater/75172)
**Author:** [@BrownEyes1970](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrownEyes1970)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-that-controls-the-a-c-and-heater/75172 "2012-10-29T14:38:12Z")
My parents have a 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. The blower that controls the a/c and the hearter does not work consistantly. It just works when "the spirit moves it." I took it to a mechanic today. They didn't even look … --- ## [Trip report 5000 miles last month, 2002 Sienna with 190,000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trip-report-5000-miles-last-month-2002-sienna-with-190-000/75223)
**Author:** [@irlandes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irlandes)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 8:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trip-report-5000-miles-last-month-2002-sienna-with-190-000/75223 "2012-10-29T08:13:28Z")
Not a question, but a trip report. Last month, I returned to the States for my annual visit. This is with the 2002 Sienna with around 190,000 miles on it. History on this board includes a brake computer problem, but a… --- ## [2003 cavalier trac off/ jumpy tach/ hard shift](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-trac-off-jumpy-tach-hard-shift/75210)
**Author:** [@bradddooo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bradddooo)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-trac-off-jumpy-tach-hard-shift/75210 "2012-10-29T08:04:31Z")
So I just got this '03 cavalier 2.2 a few months ago, and its really been a dream car for performance. Any way, last week, just driving normally in traffic, the trac off light came on and the tranny started shifting hard… --- ## [What size of inverter is safe for a Mitsubishi eclipse 2000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-of-inverter-is-safe-for-a-mitsubishi-eclipse-2000/75209)
**Author:** [@memmakersorg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/memmakersorg)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-of-inverter-is-safe-for-a-mitsubishi-eclipse-2000/75209 "2012-10-29T07:38:38Z")
Hi, I have a mitsubishi eclipse 2000 (4 cylinder). As Hurricane Sandy approaches, all the local stores are sold out of generators. I am thinking of purchasing an inverter to provide power if I loose power (which co… --- ## [Car Talk Tribute](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-tribute/75222)
**Author:** [@shea48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shea48)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 7:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-tribute/75222 "2012-10-29T07:17:18Z")
Thanks Tom and Ray for 35 years of auto advice and laughter! The following is a tribute to a classic show: http://thejesuitpost.org/site/2012/10/car-talk-a-tappet-bros-tribute/ Enjoy! --- ## [Where is the oil go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-oil-go/75217)
**Author:** [@wtfbi44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wtfbi44)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 6:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-oil-go/75217 "2012-10-29T06:58:32Z")
Hi ! My cousin got a 2007 Toyota Camry. Every time we did a oil change put 5 qt Synthetic ow-20, once he hit to 3000 mile on hard brake stop, the oil light is on, we check that has low oil level and oil change. came out … --- ## [Before I buy - Strut tower surface rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/before-i-buy-strut-tower-surface-rust/75203)
**Author:** [@JML](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JML)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 6:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/before-i-buy-strut-tower-surface-rust/75203 "2012-10-29T06:33:56Z")
Hello all, I'm shopping for a used car and checked out a 2006 Pontiac G6 today. It seems to be in good shape overall, but when looking under the hood, I noticed rust on the strut towers. I'm not sure how much of an i… --- ## [Gas Gauge (or Tank) Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-gauge-or-tank-issue/75211)
**Author:** [@Diaonline](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diaonline)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-gauge-or-tank-issue/75211 "2012-10-29T04:43:10Z")
I have a 2004 Nissan 350Z. During the first few years of the car, I always had a gas gauge that read correctly. Then, I had a recall notice about the gas tank. I took it in and got the part fixed. Now, my gas gauge does … --- ## [Neutral Safety Switch? Transmission Interlock Switch?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neutral-safety-switch-transmission-interlock-switch/75219)
**Author:** [@speedracer69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/speedracer69)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/neutral-safety-switch-transmission-interlock-switch/75219 "2012-10-29T04:27:26Z")
I just have a general question about the difference between a "neutral safety switch" and a "transmission interlock switch". Can anyone explain the difference between the two? Also what is the mechanism that locks up you… --- ## [2005 Ford Focus uncomfortable front seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-uncomfortable-front-seat/75218)
**Author:** [@Windowsill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Windowsill)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-uncomfortable-front-seat/75218 "2012-10-29T04:10:00Z")
I have a 2005 Ford Focus hatchback. I have found the front seats to be very uncomfortable after an hour or two of driving. It seems the seat is very small around my back. There seems to be too much support on the sides a… --- ## [Battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/75205)
**Author:** [@sha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sha)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain/75205 "2012-10-29T03:52:14Z")
My 2005 kia sorento has a battery drain somewhere, AAA checked alt and battery and said it is fine. I heard there could be a spring stuck in the starter? Any info you could give would be greatly appreciated. --- ## [Voltage regulator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voltage-regulator/75208)
**Author:** [@konne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/konne)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voltage-regulator/75208 "2012-10-29T03:25:01Z")
Is there an AC voltage regulator that can regulate the voltage to 115 v AC from a 5000 watt generator turning at between 500 and 4000 rpm's ? --- ## [2005 Ford Focus uncomfortable front seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-uncomfortable-front-seats/75204)
**Author:** [@Windowsill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Windowsill)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-uncomfortable-front-seats/75204 "2012-10-29T01:31:49Z")
I have a 2005 Ford Focus hatchback. I have found the front seats to be very uncomfortable after an hour or two of driving. It seems the seat is very small around my back. There seems to be too much support on the side… --- ## [Ford E350 bus is on its 5th starter in one year!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-e350-bus-is-on-its-5th-starter-in-one-year/75197)
**Author:** [@TN\_Moose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TN_Moose)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-e350-bus-is-on-its-5th-starter-in-one-year/75197 "2012-10-29T01:20:13Z")
A 7.3L diesel E350 1989 shuttle bus eats starters! I'm installing the 5th one in one year. The hot leg into the starter on the starter cylinoid (not cylinoid on firewall) is melting. Has anyone experienced this? Any advi… --- ## [Which old car to keep? Civic or LeSabre?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-old-car-to-keep-civic-or-lesabre/75199)
**Author:** [@KatM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatM)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-old-car-to-keep-civic-or-lesabre/75199 "2012-10-29T01:03:39Z")
I am torn over whether to keep my 1997 Honda Civic with 150,000 miles, still in basically good shape though the paint job is a disaster and it's getting slightly worse mileage than it used to (I recently had a tune-up an… --- ## [Could a problem with timing belt tensioner be caused by an incorrectly calibrated timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-problem-with-timing-belt-tensioner-be-caused-by-an-incorrectly-calibrated-timing-belt/75171)
**Author:** [@rickg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rickg)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-problem-with-timing-belt-tensioner-be-caused-by-an-incorrectly-calibrated-timing-belt/75171 "2012-10-29T00:19:54Z")
Six months ago my 2005 Honda Pilot got a new timing belt that was incorrectly calibrated. When the Honda Dealer test drove the car, they damaged the values. They fixed the valve damage and gave me a discount on the timin… --- ## [Is valve damage from incorrectly timed timing belt repairable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-valve-damage-from-incorrectly-timed-timing-belt-repairable/71822)
**Author:** [@rickg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rickg)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2012, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-valve-damage-from-incorrectly-timed-timing-belt-repairable/71822 "2012-10-29T00:19:10Z")
My dealer just replaced the timing belt on my Honda Pilot. They said that the engine was rough during the test drive and that the valves were damaged. They said that this was because the timing wasn't calibrated properly… --- ## [2012 Nissan Murano](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-murano/75151)
**Author:** [@Ralori](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ralori)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-murano/75151 "2012-10-28T23:55:01Z")
Just purchased my 1st SUV - 2012 Nissan Murano. Rides good, handles great. Seats a little firm. Problem: when the radio is on (not really very loud), can't hear the click of the turn signal -- it's set at a very low vo… --- ## [Direct Injection engine maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/direct-injection-engine-maintenance/75189)
**Author:** [@Patucci](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Patucci)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/direct-injection-engine-maintenance/75189 "2012-10-28T22:49:12Z")
I have a 2009 Cadillac CTS with a 3.6 direct injection engine with 33,000 miles. At my most recent oil change, the service tech recommended a fuel system clean up (approx $400!) as part of the 30,000 mile maintenance sch… --- ## [Brake line replacement in 2001Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-replacement-in-2001honda-accord/71670)
**Author:** [@zaxis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zaxis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-line-replacement-in-2001honda-accord/71670 "2012-10-28T22:26:51Z")
I own a 2001 Honda Accord EX with the 4 cylinder engine. A couple days ago one of my brake lines developed a leak as I was driving my car. I recently moved to another state and had not found a new mechanic yet. Unfort… --- ## [Newer car with more miles OR Older car with fewer miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-car-with-more-miles-or-older-car-with-fewer-miles/73532)
**Author:** [@UsedEconobox\_2\_UsedBMW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UsedEconobox_2_UsedBMW)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newer-car-with-more-miles-or-older-car-with-fewer-miles/73532 "2012-10-28T21:26:57Z")
What is better for same price? 1) Newer car with more miles 2) Older car with less miles Assuming they are the same price. ex. 2007 with 115k miles for 13k vs 2004 with 90k miles for 13k --- ## [Secondary Air Pump Failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secondary-air-pump-failure/75202)
**Author:** [@rjc51b](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rjc51b)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secondary-air-pump-failure/75202 "2012-10-28T21:21:39Z")
Hi all, I have a PZEV (Partial zero emission vehicle) 2006 Focus. Recently, my car threw the check engine light. Looked at the two codes, found out it was for the secondary air system. I pulled the car apart, removed t… --- ## [Get Quirky!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-quirky/75080)
**Author:** [@Car\_Talk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Talk)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-quirky/75080 "2012-10-28T19:27:39Z")
15 year old Madeline has a life goal: to become an eccentric. How to get there? Start by writing a letter to the two most eccentric guys she can think of, Tom and Ray! You can read Madeline's letter right here. Tom… --- ## [Serpentine Belt Proper Tension on 190D 2.5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/serpentine-belt-proper-tension-on-190d-2-5/75194)
**Author:** [@OldDieseler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OldDieseler)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/serpentine-belt-proper-tension-on-190d-2-5/75194 "2012-10-28T17:39:27Z")
How do I know if my belt is a little loose? My tach and a/c die intermittantly and I'm thinking the belt might be slipping. It seems old and it flaps a at the top at idle but not when reved higher. Can this be adjust… --- ## [Power windows](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows/75201)
**Author:** [@stoko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stoko)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 8:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-windows/75201 "2012-10-28T08:04:42Z")
left rear window goes down normally but struggels to go up without help. Dont detect any binding and it is going straight. Would it likely be the motor or regulator. --- ## [New Car Break-in dilemma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-break-in-dilemma/75178)
**Author:** [@Crowfoot68](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crowfoot68)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-break-in-dilemma/75178 "2012-10-28T05:34:16Z")
Hello! we have gotten ourselves into a pickle. We are purchasing a new Ford Edge which will arrive in early December. The problem is, we need to drive 10 hours one way across Nebraska a couple of weeks later. The manual … --- ## [Gas pedal does nothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-does-nothing/74754)
**Author:** [@Thejordan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thejordan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-does-nothing/74754 "2012-10-28T02:15:44Z")
Hello! So, something odd happened to me today while driving. I was getting off a highway after about 250 miles of driving, downshifted from 5th to 4th, and when I hit the gas pedal after shifting, nothing. No acceleratio… --- ## [Feels like my 2009 Honda Fit Sport has no suspension (clueless about cars)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/feels-like-my-2009-honda-fit-sport-has-no-suspension-clueless-about-cars/75123)
**Author:** [@koko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/koko)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2012, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/feels-like-my-2009-honda-fit-sport-has-no-suspension-clueless-about-cars/75123 "2012-10-28T00:59:46Z")
Hi all, Admittedly, I'm not a car person, but I thought I did my research when I bought a certified 2009 honda fit sport. While there are many flaws I failed to notice while I was in the process of test-driving, etc.,… --- ## [Buick Riviera wheel interchangable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-riviera-wheel-interchangable/75190)
**Author:** [@PVC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PVC)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-riviera-wheel-interchangable/75190 "2012-10-27T22:26:44Z")
Hi, Will a 1999 Dodge Intrepid that won’t start I’m thinking of calling the junk man to pick it up, but I want to keep the new tires I just put on it. The tires are the same size as the 1997 Buick I just bought to repl… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1929) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1931)