# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1933 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1934 --- ## [Little Black Cones](https://community.cartalk.com/t/little-black-cones/75118)
**Author:** [@Terrible\_Terry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terrible_Terry)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 6:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/little-black-cones/75118 "2012-10-24T06:37:28Z")
Whenever I Vacuum my 1996 Toyota Corolla, I find near my gas pedal a bunch of tiny black plastic cones about 3/8" long and about 1/8" at the base. What the heck are these things. My friend Jim thanks I might be losing my… --- ## [I need used car advice! 2001 Honda CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-used-car-advice-2001-honda-crv/75128)
**Author:** [@Personage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personage)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-used-car-advice-2001-honda-crv/75128 "2012-10-24T03:43:37Z")
I'm considering buying a used 2001 Honda CRV with 184K miles on it. The vehicle is super clean, nice paint, no damage, Check engine light is on and woman claims her mechanic says it is a sensor and it needs front brakes… --- ## [Can you adjust motor mounts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-adjust-motor-mounts/75066)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-adjust-motor-mounts/75066 "2012-10-24T02:22:35Z")
Yesterday on my 2004 CRV 2wd I changed out the upper trans mount and front motor mount. Both of which were badly cracked and causing a vibration/rumble when turning and accelerating. This seems to have fixed 90% of the i… --- ## [Sensor i hope?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sensor-i-hope/75126)
**Author:** [@Copper416](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Copper416)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sensor-i-hope/75126 "2012-10-24T00:44:41Z")
I have a 2001 Nissan frontier SE the 6cylinder, no turbo, automatic transmission. My wife was not paying attention and thought the truck was running and so she put it in reverse and then realized that the truck as not r… --- ## [In the process or replacing the head gasket, should I clean the piston tops?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-process-or-replacing-the-head-gasket-should-i-clean-the-piston-tops/75114)
**Author:** [@baine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baine)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2012, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-process-or-replacing-the-head-gasket-should-i-clean-the-piston-tops/75114 "2012-10-24T00:08:18Z")
I have a '94 Saab 9000 Aero with 180,000 miles on it. Recently, I did a major top-end overhaul on the car, replacing all the timing and balance gears and chains, had the head cleaned, checked, and a valve job done on … --- ## [99 a6 audi quattro coolant leakage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-a6-audi-quattro-coolant-leakage/75060)
**Author:** [@ramikumi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ramikumi)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-a6-audi-quattro-coolant-leakage/75060 "2012-10-23T23:08:03Z")
My audi runs great. Its has 170K miles on it. My mechanic replaced an air pump last Friday and by Monday I had a new issue. I noticed coolant leaking. I took it back to the mechanic who fixed the airpump to diagnose. He… --- ## [05 Civic Brakes pusle 3000 miles after new pad and rotor install](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-civic-brakes-pusle-3000-miles-after-new-pad-and-rotor-install/75103)
**Author:** [@dlabrie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dlabrie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-civic-brakes-pusle-3000-miles-after-new-pad-and-rotor-install/75103 "2012-10-23T22:40:22Z")
I replaced the pads and rotors on my 05 Civic 3000 miles ago. Now it is pulsing badly again when stepping on the brakes. I can feel the pulse in the brake pedal and the steering wheel. Could something be causing the rot… --- ## [Kia Sedona Rear Heater Bypass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-rear-heater-bypass/75127)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_Gro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Johnny_Gro)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-rear-heater-bypass/75127 "2012-10-23T22:30:17Z")
So I know this can be done but because of the amount of corrosion I will have to do it right where these pipes t-off in between the engine and the firewall. My question is: How do I get in there? Can I get to it from ins… --- ## [Very cool pannable/zoomable view of Endeavor's cockpit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-cool-pannable-zoomable-view-of-endeavors-cockpit/74973)
**Author:** [@oblivion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oblivion)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-cool-pannable-zoomable-view-of-endeavors-cockpit/74973 "2012-10-23T21:14:25Z")
http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2012/10/121012-space-shuttle-endeavour-los-angeles-international-airport-science/ Thought you guys might like this. At least the shuttle has good old switches and knobs and not … --- ## [2002 Toyota Rav4 Passenger and back door locks not working after repair of drivers side door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-rav4-passenger-and-back-door-locks-not-working-after-repair-of-drivers-side-door/75108)
**Author:** [@KrisZaff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KrisZaff)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 8:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-rav4-passenger-and-back-door-locks-not-working-after-repair-of-drivers-side-door/75108 "2012-10-23T20:58:30Z")
I have a 2002 Rav4, no key fob, just use a regular key. The driver's side door started to have unlocking issues and finally wouldn't unlock at all. The other two outside locks - passenger side and back door - were fine… --- ## [Car suddenly died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suddenly-died/74999)
**Author:** [@joel7127](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joel7127)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suddenly-died/74999 "2012-10-23T20:28:13Z")
I drive an '04 Dodge Stratus with 100k+ miles. I drove over a speed bump in the parking lot where I work (10 mph or less), and the car suddenly died (coincidence?) Luckily I was able to coast into a parking spot before t… --- ## [Fuel out of air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-out-of-air/75079)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-out-of-air/75079 "2012-10-23T17:51:12Z")
This is just a prototype. But there's a plant in England that has produced a gasoline from CO2 and Water Vapor. Basically engine combustion in reverse. We can't get our hopes up too soon. It's taken them over a month t… --- ## [2001 Altima noises in front](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-altima-noises-in-front/75046)
**Author:** [@dzhoshua](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dzhoshua)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-altima-noises-in-front/75046 "2012-10-23T17:35:58Z")
Hi all! I've been experiencing some noisiness in front in my 2001 Nissan Altima, mostly when going over bumps. The full list of problems is: -Rattling/clunking sound out of the front of the car when going on a bumpy … --- ## [2011 Sierra SLE 1500 Stereo Fan is Annoying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-sierra-sle-1500-stereo-fan-is-annoying/75085)
**Author:** [@JukedUp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JukedUp)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-sierra-sle-1500-stereo-fan-is-annoying/75085 "2012-10-23T06:08:46Z")
I bought a luxury truck from a GMC dealer. This truck had a $35k sticker price and came with leather, buttons, dual climate etc. Loved the truck for 1 day. The first morning in my driveway, I opened the driver door and… --- ## [1993 4 cylinder LX Mustang](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4-cylinder-lx-mustang/75029)
**Author:** [@Nonie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nonie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 5:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4-cylinder-lx-mustang/75029 "2012-10-23T05:50:34Z")
We want to give our 1993 Mustang LX, 4 cylinder with 105,000 miles that is in very good condition to our 6'2", 240 lb., 17 year old grandson. He fits in it nicely and he loves the car. We want to know if this is a safe… --- ## [Toyota Camry Hybrid - Check VSC System - After Chaning Wheel Bearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-hybrid-check-vsc-system-after-chaning-wheel-bearing/75113)
**Author:** [@hopmedic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hopmedic)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-camry-hybrid-check-vsc-system-after-chaning-wheel-bearing/75113 "2012-10-23T04:38:29Z")
I replaced the right front wheel bearing on my '07 Camry Hybrid this weekend. It all went back together fine, but now the display says "Check VSC System", and the Brake, Warning, ABS, Traction Control, and an icon that … --- ## [CAM2 Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Blend ATF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cam2-multi-vehicle-synthetic-blend-atf/75073)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cam2-multi-vehicle-synthetic-blend-atf/75073 "2012-10-23T04:27:44Z")
Anyone familiar with it? I had it recommended to me for my Honda Accord V6 5-speed auto transmission. I'm skeptical, but willing to listen to mechanics that are familiar with it an believe it is acceptable. Of course,… --- ## [Brakes pulse briefly after starting engine Cold or Hot. Also need a brake bleeding scan tool?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-pulse-briefly-after-starting-engine-cold-or-hot-also-need-a-brake-bleeding-scan-tool/72296)
**Author:** [@IM-MTO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IM-MTO)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-pulse-briefly-after-starting-engine-cold-or-hot-also-need-a-brake-bleeding-scan-tool/72296 "2012-10-23T03:59:49Z")
2006 Chevy Malibu Maxx. This just started a little while ago, before I replaced front brake pads. after I start the engine whether cold or hot, the brakes will pulse briefly when I step on them to get the car in gear. … --- ## [Opinions on used car purchase (VW, Subaru,....)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-used-car-purchase-vw-subaru/75081)
**Author:** [@DocWafflesPhD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DocWafflesPhD)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-used-car-purchase-vw-subaru/75081 "2012-10-23T03:42:48Z")
Greetings ~ We are in the market for a nice, used wagon. At this time we've narrowed our search down to a few models: 07 VW Passat Wagon 2.0T (37K @ $14K) 05 VW Passat Wagon GLS (50K @ $9K) The current family flag… --- ## [Something Almost Always Broken (saab)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-almost-always-broken-saab/74449)
**Author:** [@somethingalmostalway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/somethingalmostalway)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-almost-always-broken-saab/74449 "2012-10-23T00:27:03Z")
So about a year ago I replaced my compressor. However I believe it was aftermarket. A year later and I started to have some of the similar issues. These issues are: the car revs aggressively in humid or extra hot cond… --- ## ['02 Mazda B3000 - A/C dies after 20 minutes or hard acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-mazda-b3000-a-c-dies-after-20-minutes-or-hard-acceleration/75093)
**Author:** [@Technologic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Technologic)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-mazda-b3000-a-c-dies-after-20-minutes-or-hard-acceleration/75093 "2012-10-22T22:06:02Z")
As the title states, I have a 2002 Mazda B3000 series Pickup and while everything is working great, the a/c is driving me insane! Here's how it goes: - Start the car, turn on the A/C, hear a click - As I drive, after 1… --- ## [Automatic seat belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-seat-belt/75089)
**Author:** [@tdlr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tdlr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatic-seat-belt/75089 "2012-10-22T21:20:47Z")
Help! I have a 1991 Honda civic lx with automatic seat belts. The drivers side won't go up to the secure position so I've been pulling it manually- when I open the door it retracts automatically- the passenger side works… --- ## [Olds Cutlass making a sound like sand is in the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/olds-cutlass-making-a-sound-like-sand-is-in-the-engine/75090)
**Author:** [@stubbyknight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stubbyknight)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/olds-cutlass-making-a-sound-like-sand-is-in-the-engine/75090 "2012-10-22T21:10:17Z")
My wife's car is making a odd sound. I think it may be the timing belt. Her car is a 1999 Olds Cutlass v6 and I don't know if it has ever had its timing belt replaced. I can't tell from her records. So what kind of a… --- ## [Steering instability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-instability/75083)
**Author:** [@ibm1130](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibm1130)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-instability/75083 "2012-10-22T20:34:24Z")
I recently took my 1990 Ford Taurus to a garage. Driving it is unpleasant, or more accurately, steering it. Something going on in the steering wheel. Odd internal movements. The garage said there were worn parts. Th… --- ## [Heated seats not so hot on 2001 Subaru Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-seats-not-so-hot-on-2001-subaru-forester/75092)
**Author:** [@Duncantrax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Duncantrax)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-seats-not-so-hot-on-2001-subaru-forester/75092 "2012-10-22T19:21:50Z")
Both seats stopped heating at the same time. The lights on the switches don't light up anymore either. Winter is coming to Colorado- where do I start to try to figure out the problem? --- ## [Loss of coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-coolant/74700)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-coolant/74700 "2012-10-22T19:15:24Z")
'95 Civic 220k 1.5 auto runs great, 40 mpg. I call her "LUKA". Recently noticed a slight loss of coolant, about 1/2 cup per 200 miles. No drips or puddles, no coolant in oil, just changed 500 miles ago and still gold… --- ## [How long will the starter last after the first dreaded clicking and no crank up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-the-starter-last-after-the-first-dreaded-clicking-and-no-crank-up/74984)
**Author:** [@Meteachey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Meteachey)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-the-starter-last-after-the-first-dreaded-clicking-and-no-crank-up/74984 "2012-10-22T15:52:50Z")
I had the pleasure of having my truck not start 30 minutes after purchasing, it did start the second try. Then, the next morning I tried cranking her up and after 3-4 trys, I went inside, refilled my coffee and came out … --- ## [Brakes 2001 Sonoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-2001-sonoma/75053)
**Author:** [@tjh80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjh80)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-2001-sonoma/75053 "2012-10-22T14:59:57Z")
When I apply my brakes I hear a high pitched whine. I thought the pads needed replaced, but upon checking them there appears to be plenty of pad left. What else could this noise be? It's only when I apply the brake that … --- ## [Bad smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-smell/75102)
**Author:** [@merilee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/merilee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 8:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-smell/75102 "2012-10-22T08:29:22Z")
My arir conditioner gives off a bad smell; my son, who lives distant and is a mechanic, told me that if the drain gets plugged that will cause a moldy (or other) buildup. When he visited, he said he could not locate t… --- ## [Gassy smell on fuel injected truck?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gassy-smell-on-fuel-injected-truck/75105)
**Author:** [@TheEquestrian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheEquestrian)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gassy-smell-on-fuel-injected-truck/75105 "2012-10-22T07:27:20Z")
Today I was out test driving trucks. I found a truck that I fell in love with down the street from my mom's. It is a Ford f150 with a 5.3L Titan V8 engine with 4 wheel drive. When I went to test drive it with the initial… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1932) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1934)