# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1931 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1932 --- ## [Ususal Problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ususal-problem/75193)
**Author:** [@Lynski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lynski)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ususal-problem/75193 "2012-10-27T22:22:40Z")
My Town & Country 07 shudders (best word I can use to describe the sensation) between 40-42 MPH. First repair place convinced me I need tie rods, $400 bucks gone, did not resolve problem. Next place said I need struts … --- ## [Trade-in My Lease or Buy It?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-in-my-lease-or-buy-it/75116)
**Author:** [@RubySM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RubySM)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-in-my-lease-or-buy-it/75116 "2012-10-27T21:56:24Z")
In 2010 I leased a basic model Prius for $351 per month for 36 months (total paid at end of lease term: $12,636). The lease payoff amount is $17,539. Ultimately I'd like to purchase and not lease my next vehicle and I'm … --- ## [Converter no ready, O2 sensor not ready - Mazda 6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converter-no-ready-o2-sensor-not-ready-mazda-6/75176)
**Author:** [@D2denizen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D2denizen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converter-no-ready-o2-sensor-not-ready-mazda-6/75176 "2012-10-27T20:45:12Z")
I just failed inspection because check engine light is on. The codes state that catalytic converter and O2 sensor are "not ready". Tried to research on line, but could not find anything very helpful. I understand it ha… --- ## [Lifter noise at cold startup? 2006 Dodge GC - anyone?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifter-noise-at-cold-startup-2006-dodge-gc-anyone/75124)
**Author:** [@Personage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personage)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifter-noise-at-cold-startup-2006-dodge-gc-anyone/75124 "2012-10-27T17:44:51Z")
Sometimes I'll walk my wife out to the garage in the morning when she is leaving for work. When she starts up her 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan FWD sto n go I hear a clicking noise for about 2 seconds. To me it sounds like … --- ## [Rear alignment 2008 CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-alignment-2008-crv/75174)
**Author:** [@vpfalcon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vpfalcon)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-alignment-2008-crv/75174 "2012-10-27T17:29:50Z")
Our 2008 CRV with 58,000 miles, has a passenger side rear wheel that is seriously out of camber, it tilts visibly inward at the top and there is significant wear on the inner tread of the tire. The Honda dealership quote… --- ## [Pumping ABS brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pumping-abs-brakes/75148)
**Author:** [@notaperfectpilot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/notaperfectpilot)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pumping-abs-brakes/75148 "2012-10-27T17:10:23Z")
I just completed my driver training. They mention some where in there, that you should never pump ABS brakes. They say that you should firmly press on the brake pedal and not pump them, as, that could cause them to fail.… --- ## [Tire size calculation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size-calculation/75142)
**Author:** [@wormy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wormy)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size-calculation/75142 "2012-10-27T16:17:27Z")
my 2000 nissan frontier xe comes standard with p215/65/r/15 tires the tires presently on it are p215/70/r/15 . what percentage factor do i use to calculate the difference in speed ? just purchased vehicle and i am moving… --- ## [Problems keeping my Chevy truck from stalling out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-keeping-my-chevy-truck-from-stalling-out/75192)
**Author:** [@513](https://community.cartalk.com/u/513)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-keeping-my-chevy-truck-from-stalling-out/75192 "2012-10-27T08:03:36Z")
Hello all. I own a 1995 Chevy K1500 pickup truck. About a year ago, my idiot light would come on every now and again, but if I revved the engine it disappeared. I thought nothing of this since the truck was running fi… --- ## [My Car Keeps Dying :(](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-keeps-dying/74949)
**Author:** [@aofria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aofria)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 7:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-keeps-dying/74949 "2012-10-27T07:48:13Z")
I have a 1998 Volkswagen GL. The car runs for 15-18 minutes at a time very smoothly and then it is like someone takes the key out of the ignition. It just dies for about 10-20 minutes then it will start back up again. I … --- ## [Convertible top issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertible-top-issues/74998)
**Author:** [@jasesquire](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasesquire)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertible-top-issues/74998 "2012-10-27T06:18:52Z")
My '76 Cadillac Eldorado convertible is a real gem. Bought it two years ago with less than 500 miles. Original owner bought it new and put it away. 34 years later, he's selling and I'm first in line buying. I've had a bl… --- ## [Brake fluid in oil....will it burn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-in-oil-will-it-burn/75177)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 4:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-in-oil-will-it-burn/75177 "2012-10-27T04:23:04Z")
Our dump facility uses used motor oil to heat their facility. I was thinking of just dumping a little brake fluid into my used oil containers to bring to the dump. Brake fluid will allegedly burn, albiet slowly. Anybody … --- ## [Oil Leak problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-problem/75173)
**Author:** [@BrownEyes1970](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrownEyes1970)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 2:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak-problem/75173 "2012-10-27T02:57:24Z")
My 2000 Toyota RAV 4 has had an oil leak problem for some time. So far, we have just been checking the oil frequently and adding oil as needed. The problem seems to be getting worse. I have taken it to more than one … --- ## [Surging while driving slowly downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surging-while-driving-slowly-downhill/75186)
**Author:** [@Drew76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drew76)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/surging-while-driving-slowly-downhill/75186 "2012-10-27T02:32:01Z")
My 2008 Honda Civic 1.8L LX surges forward when driving down circular parking garage ramp with foot on brake; otherwise, the only problem is occasional hesitation. Any advice as to the cause? --- ## [2007 Yukon 4WD problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-4wd-problem/75146)
**Author:** [@mammut](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mammut)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-yukon-4wd-problem/75146 "2012-10-27T02:00:12Z")
I'm having 4WD problems with my Yukon, but the dealer keeps telling me there's nothing wrong with it (this has been going on for 2 winters now), which is either code for, "let's wait until it's extended warranty expires,… --- ## [UPDATE - The modern equivalent of the CRX-Si](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-the-modern-equivalent-of-the-crx-si/74294)
**Author:** [@LFFG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LFFG)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-the-modern-equivalent-of-the-crx-si/74294 "2012-10-27T01:47:31Z")
A while ago I started this (now closed) thread http://community.cartalk.com/discussion/2279146/is-there-a-modern-equivalent-for-the-crx-si/p1 which documented my quest to find a modern equivalent of my 1990 CRX Si. Ther… --- ## [Is it time for a new used car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-time-for-a-new-used-car/75175)
**Author:** [@Joolielouise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joolielouise)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2012, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-time-for-a-new-used-car/75175 "2012-10-27T01:10:15Z")
Got a 1994 Honda Civic with 170,000 miles - 4 cylinder, automatic transmission. I'ts been a great, great car thus far. Has original engine/transmission. 3 days ago we blew a cylinder. My mechanic says its time for a … --- ## [Overheating or Faulty Gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-or-faulty-gauge/75183)
**Author:** [@Elvis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elvis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-or-faulty-gauge/75183 "2012-10-26T23:59:32Z")
After running for a while traveling to and from the store, my temperature gauge on my 2005 PT cruiser rises to hot and the temperature light comes on. However, when I get out and raise the hood. The engine doesn't seem t… --- ## [Buzzing in engine while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buzzing-in-engine-while-driving/75180)
**Author:** [@ShawnF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShawnF)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buzzing-in-engine-while-driving/75180 "2012-10-26T23:12:07Z")
Hi all, I have a 2000 Mazda Protoge. I recently had the air conditioning fixed and primarily afterwards (although it could have been quiet before), when I accelerate or perhaps when it is thinking about shifting gears, … --- ## [3.3L Toyota V6 2007 COLD START, EXCESSIVE FAST IDLE PROBLEM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-3l-toyota-v6-2007-cold-start-excessive-fast-idle-problem/75185)
**Author:** [@Calliope](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Calliope)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-3l-toyota-v6-2007-cold-start-excessive-fast-idle-problem/75185 "2012-10-26T22:50:13Z")
2007 Toyota Solara Sport Cnvrtbl. \3.3L V6 COLD START,\ \EXCESSIVE FAST IDLE PROBLEM.\ Cold Engine Start results in engine racing above 2,000 rpm for an extended period of time, and requires greate… --- ## [My TOYOTAL 2001 CAMRY LE OVERHEAT WHENEVER AC IS ON](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-toyotal-2001-camry-le-overheat-whenever-ac-is-on/75182)
**Author:** [@demogesture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/demogesture)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-toyotal-2001-camry-le-overheat-whenever-ac-is-on/75182 "2012-10-26T20:09:43Z")
My car is a Toyota Camry 2001 model with total mileage of 98000KM (60894.4Miles). I do servicing regularly and the performance has been great. Recently, the car started overheating whenever AC is on. The overheating is s… --- ## [2009 Jeep patriot sport/ tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-sport-tires/75181)
**Author:** [@crash\_2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crash_2)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-sport-tires/75181 "2012-10-26T19:41:47Z")
Looking for tires other than the only ones they recommend. Looking for a more aggressive tread. Found Coopers but have to go to 215 70 R 16 . But not listed for this jeep. As anyone else out there went with a bi… --- ## [2007 Explorer Sport Trac Driveshaft has play in it. Solutions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-explorer-sport-trac-driveshaft-has-play-in-it-solutions/75140)
**Author:** [@lucasm822](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lucasm822)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 6:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-explorer-sport-trac-driveshaft-has-play-in-it-solutions/75140 "2012-10-26T06:36:17Z")
I have a 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT V6 w/ 76,000 miles. While driving back from a short mountain bike trip, I noticed a clicking/scraping noise that slowed and sped up according to how fast or slow I was driving. … --- ## [High HC, new Cat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-hc-new-cat/75115)
**Author:** [@raycin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raycin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 6:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-hc-new-cat/75115 "2012-10-26T06:19:01Z")
How quickly will high HC damage a new catalytic converter? Back and forth between smog shop and carb shop, need to use the car in between. Also, any ideas in general? 88 Chevy Nova/Toyota Corolla. Thanks. --- ## [SUV or Pickup, hybrid? renew the discussion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-or-pickup-hybrid-renew-the-discussion/75169)
**Author:** [@mtncat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mtncat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-or-pickup-hybrid-renew-the-discussion/75169 "2012-10-26T05:36:38Z")
a puzzle with a special condition. I intend to move to Seattle area from CO, with some stuff to haul, and I am always carrying sports gear (bicycles, gym bags and rowing gear). I have a 24' long, lightweight rowing shell… --- ## [Gasoline Quality](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-quality/75164)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-quality/75164 "2012-10-26T04:26:56Z")
Does the quality of gasoline vary from well-known brands to unfamiliar, no-name brands? Or, are they all about the same? The price of gas in my area varies by about 30 cents per gallon. In this case, is it true that you … --- ## [Losing gas power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-gas-power/75167)
**Author:** [@JalopyWrangler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JalopyWrangler)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/losing-gas-power/75167 "2012-10-26T03:34:06Z")
Here's the issue and I can't figure out why: I will drive 5 miles or so and all of a sudden I'll lose gas power. In other words the car will still be on but when I press the gas nothing happens at all. The car then coast… --- ## [What's wrong with my Brakes?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-wrong-with-my-brakes/75162)
**Author:** [@CIP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CIP)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-wrong-with-my-brakes/75162 "2012-10-26T02:52:47Z")
Hi, I have a 2010 Dodge Journey which my husband and I purchased a year ago used. Over the course of the year we have been dealing with brake problems. No less than a week after we purchased it, we had it at the dealer f… --- ## [04 Accord Power Loss at Turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-accord-power-loss-at-turns/74878)
**Author:** [@Mohmandem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mohmandem)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-accord-power-loss-at-turns/74878 "2012-10-26T02:29:58Z")
When I make a left turn while accelerating slightly, nothing seems to happen and when I straighten the steering wheel, the car seems to surge forward with a jerk as if the extra power was stored somewhere and is now rele… --- ## [2002 Jetta TDI Won't Start When Engine is Hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jetta-tdi-wont-start-when-engine-is-hot/75136)
**Author:** [@kasimmon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kasimmon)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-jetta-tdi-wont-start-when-engine-is-hot/75136 "2012-10-26T02:13:55Z")
Hey everyone, I've got a 2002 Jetta TDI that's been playing stump the mechanic for the past two weeks. I've had about $800 worth of work (most of which had error codes and were necessary), but given that the next sugg… --- ## [Subaru's Viscuous Coupler failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-viscuous-coupler-failure/75170)
**Author:** [@MacTony](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MacTony)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2012, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subarus-viscuous-coupler-failure/75170 "2012-10-26T02:10:11Z")
my '02 Forester with standard shift (112K miles) has for some time made a clunking noise in the front CV axles on tight manuvers like parking, etc., once driven for a while but mechanics, even 'Subaru gurus' have never b… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1930) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1932)