# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1934 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1935 --- ## [Mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage/75104)
**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage/75104 "2012-10-22T06:05:56Z")
I have a 1996 Toyota Corolla with 150,000mi well maintained and runs great was told by some one on this discussion panel because I drive mostly in town I drive about 5000 mi a year that was equal to 30,000 mi per year ,I… --- ## [2004 Dodge Dakota trouble starting and running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-dakota-trouble-starting-and-running/75094)
**Author:** [@lml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lml)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-dakota-trouble-starting-and-running/75094 "2012-10-22T05:44:57Z")
The truck had a hard time starting, turn the key over hear that it wants to, but won't. Once getting it started, truck would drive fine, but after about 10 minutes just dies while driving. It then took 6-7 tries to get… --- ## [HOW to check powertrain control module on my 96 cherokee 4.0](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-check-powertrain-control-module-on-my-96-cherokee-4-0/75087)
**Author:** [@Mikesdeadcars](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikesdeadcars)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-check-powertrain-control-module-on-my-96-cherokee-4-0/75087 "2012-10-22T05:30:50Z")
after a year of running perfectly, yesterday I tried to start my cherokee, it cranks, wont start. fuel pump is not producing pressure, check engine light does not come on in "run" mode. I jump relay socket at fuel pump… --- ## [Vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration/75097)
**Author:** [@Mike1957](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike1957)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration/75097 "2012-10-22T05:27:08Z")
I have a 2004 Kia Sedona Van with approximately 107,000 miles. The last month, I noticed it seems between 38-48 MPH.You will suddenly feel a vibration like you ran over "wake up bumps" though not as rough. It has last… --- ## [Subaru Outback Rear Strut Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-rear-strut-replacement/75045)
**Author:** [@smljab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smljab)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2012, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-rear-strut-replacement/75045 "2012-10-22T03:26:14Z")
Just brought my 2011 Outback to dealer for state inspection. Car has 17k miles. Failed inspection. Needs new rear strut. Car has never been driven off road, only on paved highways/streets. Bought a Subaru thinking… --- ## [2000 Toyota Camry heater core removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-heater-core-removal/75070)
**Author:** [@ypli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ypli)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry-heater-core-removal/75070 "2012-10-21T21:31:07Z")
How difficult is it to remove and install a heater core on a 2000 Toyota Camry with 4 cyc ? The garage wants $325 to do the job. Thanks. --- ## [Vintage Toyota 4x4 alternator issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vintage-toyota-4x4-alternator-issues/75086)
**Author:** [@Harryknucledragger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harryknucledragger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vintage-toyota-4x4-alternator-issues/75086 "2012-10-21T21:25:11Z")
I have an 83 Toyota 4x4 SR5 carborated 22R. I try to a lot of what I can by myself because it's typically satisfying, easy and cheaper. I've replaced the alternator in my truck before and it was relatively painless. T… --- ## [Power Steering Leak/"Lucas Stop Leak"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-leak-lucas-stop-leak/75088)
**Author:** [@porfirio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/porfirio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-leak-lucas-stop-leak/75088 "2012-10-21T21:20:41Z")
We have a 2001 VW Golf w/100K+ miles and the power steering fluid's leaking. Mechanic says a new rack/pinion and steering gear is needed. The estimate is $1K which troubles us because of the market value of the car isn't… --- ## [2005 Nissan Altima noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-noise/75099)
**Author:** [@NitaAnswer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NitaAnswer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-noise/75099 "2012-10-21T20:25:03Z")
My son's 2005 Nissan Altima has 184,000 miles we purchased it with 170,000 miles it sounds like a diesel what could be the problem? We have kept the oil maintained and even have syntethic oil in it. --- ## [Mechanics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics/75072)
**Author:** [@cgrady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cgrady)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanics/75072 "2012-10-21T20:17:58Z")
Does anyone know of a good mechanic in the St. Paul, Minnesota area? I possibly have a catalytic converter problem in my 2000 Honda Civic. The engine light came on. It was tested and showed that the primary and secondary… --- ## [Environmental Conditions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/environmental-conditions/75071)
**Author:** [@ok4450](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ok4450)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/environmental-conditions/75071 "2012-10-21T18:37:11Z")
Regarding a comment I often make about enviro conditions as they relate to automobile maintenance.............. http://news.yahoo.com/dust-storm-shuts-down-interstate-northern-okla-214800712.html Granted, this is a b… --- ## [2001 Buick Century; no air coming out of vents!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-no-air-coming-out-of-vents/75095)
**Author:** [@scaevola](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scaevola)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-buick-century-no-air-coming-out-of-vents/75095 "2012-10-21T18:33:40Z")
Hi all, There's been an interesting progression of trouble with my 2001 Buick Century: My heat/AC had been working fine for years. About a year ago, the dial which controls the force of air (off, low, high, max, etc.… --- ## [2003 Toyota Camry, No heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-no-heat/74939)
**Author:** [@butl3065](https://community.cartalk.com/u/butl3065)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-no-heat/74939 "2012-10-21T17:40:54Z")
I recently moved from TX to MN and it's getting cold enough to need heat in my car. Well I've turned it on and nothing but cold air comes out. I've check my coolant level and it was getting close to low, so i added more … --- ## [Intermittent alternator issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-alternator-issue/75078)
**Author:** [@GradyVT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GradyVT)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-alternator-issue/75078 "2012-10-21T16:00:09Z")
My 05 Outback has 115k miles. I park indoors at home and work. 3 wks ago I stopped outside on my way home when it was raining. It would not start but jumped easily. On the hr drive home the lights on the dash flickered i… --- ## [CEL P0300, P0456 and difficult starting after fill-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cel-p0300-p0456-and-difficult-starting-after-fill-up/75068)
**Author:** [@Harry\_San\_Diego](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harry_San_Diego)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2012, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cel-p0300-p0456-and-difficult-starting-after-fill-up/75068 "2012-10-21T03:23:25Z")
2006 Kia Rio LX with 78K miles, I recently performed several repairs in the car including replacement of the timing belt, all other drive belts (power steering, air conditioning, alternator). Recently, the car has… --- ## [Looking for a Great Little Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-great-little-car/75007)
**Author:** [@DooleyMasonJar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DooleyMasonJar)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-great-little-car/75007 "2012-10-20T21:30:08Z")
My sister-in-law loved her little Suzuki Forsa, bought it used, drove it to its natural death, now the same with her Geo Metro (I know it's basically the same car). She's looking for another used subcompact that can rea… --- ## [Leaving mechanic for lure of high MPG?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaving-mechanic-for-lure-of-high-mpg/74687)
**Author:** [@berryman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berryman)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaving-mechanic-for-lure-of-high-mpg/74687 "2012-10-20T21:04:59Z")
We have a great mechanic, who has helped us keep our 98 Caravan and 93 toyota pickup alive and happy for a long time. We want to replace the Caravan though, and are looking for a family wagon with good gas mileage. Think… --- ## [EV Battery Manufacturer Files for Bankruptcy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ev-battery-manufacturer-files-for-bankruptcy/75074)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ev-battery-manufacturer-files-for-bankruptcy/75074 "2012-10-20T20:18:37Z")
And after getting $249 million in loans from the US Government, too. A123 Systems filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy so that they could reorganize their debt and avoid default on a loan with a payment due. What do you thi… --- ## [Now that's a car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-thats-a-car/75044)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-thats-a-car/75044 "2012-10-20T15:47:11Z")
A Texan has purchased the pristine 1948 Lincoln Continental that was owned by Babe Ruth, and this car is...absolutely gorgeous...at least IMHO. For a few minutes of pleasurable reading about--and viewing--this beautifu… --- ## [The old subaru just aint what it used to be](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-old-subaru-just-aint-what-it-used-to-be/75069)
**Author:** [@retroportland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/retroportland)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 11:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-old-subaru-just-aint-what-it-used-to-be/75069 "2012-10-20T11:39:08Z")
Ola, we have a 1993 subaru loyale wagon, four door and hatchback. its been sitting for a few years. we just put a brand new battery in it and it turns over fine, but will not start. we will likely be donating this vehi… --- ## [2004 Saturn Ion 2.2 L needs new ignition coils](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saturn-ion-2-2-l-needs-new-ignition-coils/75064)
**Author:** [@JT4Sports](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JT4Sports)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 9:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-saturn-ion-2-2-l-needs-new-ignition-coils/75064 "2012-10-20T09:10:17Z")
The estimate my mechanic gave me today says that I need to replace my Ignition coil pa (pack?) at $230, the spark plug plate at $72, and labor at $180, for a total of $509.00 when including tax. Do I have to replace all… --- ## [Sand-like grit under valve cover after a long trip? Any idea what this is?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sand-like-grit-under-valve-cover-after-a-long-trip-any-idea-what-this-is/75075)
**Author:** [@Kirnma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirnma)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 8:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sand-like-grit-under-valve-cover-after-a-long-trip-any-idea-what-this-is/75075 "2012-10-20T08:38:46Z")
This is regarding a strange occurrence in my wife's 2004 Toyota Sienna. We took her van on a 7,000 cross-country journey in June and July of this year, right in the middle of the heat wave. I used synthetic oil, 5W-30 … --- ## [2010 Ford Escape - Difficulty starting on chilly days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-difficulty-starting-on-chilly-days/75027)
**Author:** [@Jezebel12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jezebel12)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-escape-difficulty-starting-on-chilly-days/75027 "2012-10-20T06:39:17Z")
I have a 2010 which lately has been having difficulty starting on chilly days. That's saying something considering i live in Memphis, where the cold days are relatively mild. Sometimes it will hesitate on turning over, s… --- ## [Mystery: fuel gauge rises after starting the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-fuel-gauge-rises-after-starting-the-engine/75061)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-fuel-gauge-rises-after-starting-the-engine/75061 "2012-10-20T03:33:49Z")
On my early 90's Corolla, when I turn the key to "on" but don't start the engine, the fuel gauge will -- for example -- read 1/4 full. It will stay at 1/4 indefinitely as long as the engine isn't running. Then when I… --- ## [When to replace the timing belt on a 2002 Mazda 626](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-replace-the-timing-belt-on-a-2002-mazda-626/75059)
**Author:** [@BFslv50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BFslv50)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-replace-the-timing-belt-on-a-2002-mazda-626/75059 "2012-10-20T02:29:37Z")
The Owners Manual says to replace the timing belt at 105,000 miles for a 2002 Mazda 626. Mine has only 79,000 miles and the local mechanics want to change it now. They say the age of the car matters, and it should have b… --- ## [Need to get rid of leased prius after 2 years of lease](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-get-rid-of-leased-prius-after-2-years-of-lease/74902)
**Author:** [@ilaria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ilaria)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-to-get-rid-of-leased-prius-after-2-years-of-lease/74902 "2012-10-20T02:18:24Z")
Hi, we are leasing a 2010 Prius (no money down). We love it but we need to get rid of it because we are moving to NYC. At the time of the move we will still have 11 months of payment left. I know we can try to sell it… --- ## [Car stalls after I put gas in the car and starts when pull a fuse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-after-i-put-gas-in-the-car-and-starts-when-pull-a-fuse/75054)
**Author:** [@ngibby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ngibby)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-after-i-put-gas-in-the-car-and-starts-when-pull-a-fuse/75054 "2012-10-20T01:59:10Z")
All right, ill try to explain my situation as clearly as i can and this may be lengthy. For the record, I have an 02 saturn sl2 and every time I pump gas, the nozzle will click every few dollars as if my tank is full eve… --- ## [02 Honda civic loud knocking and belt whine issue :(](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-honda-civic-loud-knocking-and-belt-whine-issue/75035)
**Author:** [@Paul5436](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul5436)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2012, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-honda-civic-loud-knocking-and-belt-whine-issue/75035 "2012-10-20T01:07:04Z")
Okay so let me start off my saying I purchased this car salvaged 5 yrs ago and have been doing extensive repairs on the car, new engine, suspension the works. But started having this knocking sound near my timing belt/w… --- ## [The Mystery of the Disengaging Clutch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mystery-of-the-disengaging-clutch/75058)
**Author:** [@samba-guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samba-guy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2012, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mystery-of-the-disengaging-clutch/75058 "2012-10-19T23:27:42Z")
HI everyone, I am looking for help. 2 years ago I had the transmission and clutch replaced on my 2002 Echo. it has driven fine since then but three days ago we were on the highway and the clutch suddenly disengaged..I … --- ## [Prius Mileage decrease](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-mileage-decrease/74975)
**Author:** [@dmprius](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dmprius)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2012, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-mileage-decrease/74975 "2012-10-19T22:54:33Z")
I bought a 2012 Prius new and averaged just under 53 miles per gallon for the first 15,000 miles regularly. I have a long commute so my driving mix of city/highway is pretty consistent. When starting the car one morning … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1933) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1935)