# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1948 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1949 --- ## [Mazda Protege stalls in hot weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege-stalls-in-hot-weather/74629)
**Author:** [@JD13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JD13)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege-stalls-in-hot-weather/74629 "2012-09-21T16:34:01Z")
I have a 5 speed 1999 Mazda Protege. When the weather gets hot (above about 90) and I drive the car for more than about 30 minutes, the engine light comes on and the car starts to 'hesitate' and eventually stall. The tem… --- ## [Burning through front front head light light bulbs in 6 months every 6 months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-through-front-front-head-light-light-bulbs-in-6-months-every-6-months/74627)
**Author:** [@my\_other\_car\_is\_a\_bi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/my_other_car_is_a_bi)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-through-front-front-head-light-light-bulbs-in-6-months-every-6-months/74627 "2012-09-21T07:27:16Z")
I have 15 year old Nissan Sentra (low miles) that has recently (the last 18 months) gone through 3 new sets of head lamp light bulbs. Previously I'd only changed the bulbs once, maybe twice? in 13 years. It is very frust… --- ## [Windshield clarity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-clarity/74620)
**Author:** [@Aivas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aivas)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 7:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-clarity/74620 "2012-09-21T07:18:58Z")
I bought a Ford Focus ZX5 brand new in 2003. While very happy overall, I've noticed in the last few years that the windshield isn't as clear as it was when new. When sunlight or headlights hit the windshield in a speci… --- ## [94 Subaru Loyale front end replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-subaru-loyale-front-end-replace/74530)
**Author:** [@bungeedog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bungeedog)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-subaru-loyale-front-end-replace/74530 "2012-09-21T05:37:41Z")
Hi all, I recently bought a 94 Subaru Loyale Wagon for a young woman/ex marine who has had a spate of really bad luck with cheap cars. It has 182000 miles on it, the body was in good shape, the interior is worn but okay… --- ## [Heating/Cooling Mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heating-cooling-mystery/74622)
**Author:** [@TJHudson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TJHudson)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heating-cooling-mystery/74622 "2012-09-21T05:26:09Z")
2007 Subaru Outback, 110 K miles I drive 200 miles each way, once a week to DC on Sunday and back home to the mountains of Western MD on Friday. All problems happen on that long drive, not on local trips. Only happens wh… --- ## [2002 Acura RSX. Sudden high idle speed on startup, slight rumble, goes away after a few miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-rsx-sudden-high-idle-speed-on-startup-slight-rumble-goes-away-after-a-few-miles/74617)
**Author:** [@BaltimoreWahoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BaltimoreWahoo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-acura-rsx-sudden-high-idle-speed-on-startup-slight-rumble-goes-away-after-a-few-miles/74617 "2012-09-21T01:26:42Z")
need some help, guys. I'm the loving owner of an amazing '02 RSX. She is just about to hit 100K, and has been completely trouble free. This past sunday, I started it up in the morning and immediately noticed a semi-ha… --- ## [Shaky front end repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaky-front-end-repair/74601)
**Author:** [@sseaton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sseaton)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shaky-front-end-repair/74601 "2012-09-21T01:23:45Z")
This is a bit of a long post, but stick with me. Recently my wife and I took a weekend trip to PA. We drove my Malibu Maxx with about 130K miles on it and with no obvious driving issues of any sort. After our first day I… --- ## [Hit bottom front end, now stiff steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-bottom-front-end-now-stiff-steering/74607)
**Author:** [@zargonog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zargonog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hit-bottom-front-end-now-stiff-steering/74607 "2012-09-21T00:48:21Z")
Hey all, So pulling into my works parking lot, I took it a little too fast and hit the bottom of my front end on the ground. I noticed that instantly my steering was a little harder, so after pulling in to a spot, I ch… --- ## [1999 Chevy Astro intermittent no start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-astro-intermittent-no-start/74305)
**Author:** [@mark9207](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark9207)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2012, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevy-astro-intermittent-no-start/74305 "2012-09-21T00:40:14Z")
I'm working on a 1999 Chevy Astro 4.3L with an occasional crank, no start condition. On any given day, this vehicle will start right up and run fine, although some days it will start right up and have a part-throttle st… --- ## [Love the show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/love-the-show/74556)
**Author:** [@EricaBohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EricaBohn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/love-the-show/74556 "2012-09-20T20:38:04Z")
Love the show! --- ## [Knocking sound from rear, no engine start required](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-from-rear-no-engine-start-required/74605)
**Author:** [@derek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/derek)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-from-rear-no-engine-start-required/74605 "2012-09-20T17:09:27Z")
I hear a knocking sound for a few seconds from the rear of my 2004 Audi S4 when I turn the key to the on position. It is independent of the engine, this knocking occurs with or without starting the engine. Here is a reco… --- ## [Sticky Brakes 1999 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-brakes-1999-honda-civic/74614)
**Author:** [@SkySoldier82nd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SkySoldier82nd)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sticky-brakes-1999-honda-civic/74614 "2012-09-20T05:22:50Z")
Replaced break pads, calipers and master cylinder...still breaks sticking pars were replaced 3 weeks ago and are worn already. Any ideas? --- ## [Name Ray's 1987 Colt Vista](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-rays-1987-colt-vista/4629)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-rays-1987-colt-vista/4629 "2012-09-20T04:32:03Z")
What's your suggestion? \[image\] (Flickr image/Oran Viriyincy) --- ## [1995 Explorer will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-explorer-will-not-start/74576)
**Author:** [@carguy7766](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carguy7766)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2012, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-explorer-will-not-start/74576 "2012-09-20T04:29:32Z")
Help.. 1995 Ford Explorer, 4 ltr. engine, pushrod. Will not start. Replaced fuel pump, fuel filter, every relay, pressure regulator, and the crank position sensor. I realize there's a whole bunch more parts under the … --- ## [Question about dealing with a mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-dealing-with-a-mechanic/74608)
**Author:** [@Dlairson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dlairson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-dealing-with-a-mechanic/74608 "2012-09-19T23:58:31Z")
I've got a 88 Toyota corolla all trac, which is a relatively rare car especially down here in Florida. The problem I have is when I take it to have work done on it. The car has a lot of non standard corolla parts, I'm as… --- ## [Hyundai Galloper Brand New Engine Rebuilt - Now Needs New Turbo: What To Do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-galloper-brand-new-engine-rebuilt-now-needs-new-turbo-what-to-do/74609)
**Author:** [@Bhajan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bhajan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-galloper-brand-new-engine-rebuilt-now-needs-new-turbo-what-to-do/74609 "2012-09-19T23:50:32Z")
I would greatly appreciate help on this subject. I just spent $4,500 on my 1996 Hyundai Galloper (I live in Costa Rica), which included new shocks, breaks, radiator, and a complete new engine and a few more things. I dro… --- ## [Oil treatment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-treatment/74593)
**Author:** [@spider-man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spider-man)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-treatment/74593 "2012-09-19T20:10:30Z")
has anyone tried lucas oil heavy-duty oil stabilizer. --- ## [2003 Maxima SE - Hearing rattling from engine and starting to go through oil quickly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-maxima-se-hearing-rattling-from-engine-and-starting-to-go-through-oil-quickly/74603)
**Author:** [@gburnett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gburnett)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-maxima-se-hearing-rattling-from-engine-and-starting-to-go-through-oil-quickly/74603 "2012-09-19T03:41:02Z")
I own a 2003 Nissan Maxima SE with a 6-speed manual transmission. The car has just under 113,000 miles on it. I've religiously maintained the vehicle per the owner's manual and overall it is in excellent condition. In pa… --- ## [1988 Acura Integra timing marks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-acura-integra-timing-marks/74599)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 1:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-acura-integra-timing-marks/74599 "2012-09-19T01:53:19Z")
On the show this week a caller had trouble installing a timing belt on a 1988 Acura Integra. Ray thought it was a belt tension problem, but the caller also seemed confused how to align the timing marks on the crank pull… --- ## [Jeep Liberty not fixed right the first time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-not-fixed-right-the-first-time/74604)
**Author:** [@a93](https://community.cartalk.com/u/a93)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2012, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-liberty-not-fixed-right-the-first-time/74604 "2012-09-19T01:43:11Z")
I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty Renegade that i have had for about 2 1/2 years. A year ago I was in a front passenger side collision which damaged the front passenger side of the the vehicle. It was repaired or so I thought. … --- ## [PT Cruiser Air Bag Light Goes On and Off Randomly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-cruiser-air-bag-light-goes-on-and-off-randomly/74431)
**Author:** [@JFMcGowan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JFMcGowan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-cruiser-air-bag-light-goes-on-and-off-randomly/74431 "2012-09-18T20:31:07Z")
I have a 2002 PT Cruiser who's airbag light seems to go on and off randomly. Some days it will stay off all day. Other times it will stay lit for days on end. Some times it will go off for 10 to 20 seconds, then com… --- ## [How to add an extra back up light?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-add-an-extra-back-up-light/74598)
**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-add-an-extra-back-up-light/74598 "2012-09-18T19:44:56Z")
Okay cartalkers, like it or not autumn and winter is coming. it is getting darker earlier and the back up lights on my truck are pretty weak. I do have a standard 7 pin (flat blade) connector, and looking at the wiring… --- ## [Rev happy 300M](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rev-happy-300m/74594)
**Author:** [@Big\_Marc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Big_Marc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rev-happy-300m/74594 "2012-09-18T18:58:50Z")
My 2000 300M has 135k miles on her. With the a/c on when I come up to a traffic light and stop, it feels like i have to press harder then normal to keep the car stopped at the light. the other night at a light I put the … --- ## [Exploding Sunroof - Kia Sorento](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exploding-sunroof-kia-sorento/74553)
**Author:** [@MaritaK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaritaK)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2012, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exploding-sunroof-kia-sorento/74553 "2012-09-18T03:25:49Z")
My sunroof literally exploded a few days ago on my brand new 2013 Kia Sorento. It sounded like a gunshot blast and the interior (including me) was completely covered in glass. I've had this car for less than 2 months a… --- ## [AlumAseal for honda Head Gasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alumaseal-for-honda-head-gasket/73349)
**Author:** [@thehuntison2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thehuntison2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alumaseal-for-honda-head-gasket/73349 "2012-09-17T21:03:34Z")
I have a 2003 honda civic. I recently replaced the timing belt and water pump. After a long weekend of wrenching, I forgot to bleed the cooling system properly. The next week I was on a road trip and the car overheated a… --- ## [Car overheating/oil light flickering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-oil-light-flickering/73891)
**Author:** [@HondaHonda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaHonda)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-oil-light-flickering/73891 "2012-09-17T19:31:04Z")
Well, I was sitting in the drive-thru today and my car started overheating. On the way home the oil light started flickering, so I put in some oil I had as soon as I got home. When I got home I checked my oil and it was … --- ## [Best functional, reliable old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-functional-reliable-old-car/74584)
**Author:** [@london](https://community.cartalk.com/u/london)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2012, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-functional-reliable-old-car/74584 "2012-09-17T04:07:43Z")
Okay. Enough of the worst car stuff. Function over form. Economy over pretty. What's the best value used? No bells, no whistles. Something that will stand up to grocery getting and highway driving and is easy to work on … --- ## [Burnt smell - new brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burnt-smell-new-brakes/73355)
**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burnt-smell-new-brakes/73355 "2012-09-16T20:31:26Z")
Hello again fellow cartalkers, 4 days ago I had a complete front brake job done on a 02 Dodge Dakota pickup. 80 miles on the new brakes I stuck in a traffic jam for over an hour. Once I stopped at the store I smelled… --- ## [Nissan Sentra 2001 stalling at idle, gets "stuck in low rpms" and low power at low rpm's](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2001-stalling-at-idle-gets-stuck-in-low-rpms-and-low-power-at-low-rpms/74580)
**Author:** [@drfunandgames](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drfunandgames)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-sentra-2001-stalling-at-idle-gets-stuck-in-low-rpms-and-low-power-at-low-rpms/74580 "2012-09-16T03:23:46Z")
My families 2001 Nissan sentra often stalls at stoplights, has low power sometimes in the low rpm's and sometimes (though not always) chugs/jolts a bit at low rpms and has trouble "overcoming" that window and getting mor… --- ## [1998 Chevy Cavalier running hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevy-cavalier-running-hot/74533)
**Author:** [@Noctura](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noctura)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2012, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevy-cavalier-running-hot/74533 "2012-09-16T00:20:36Z")
Hi Everyone i have a 1998 chevy cavalier, 4 door, 2.2 liter SOHC, which has been running hot for a while now. readings are off the dash guage, here's the scenario. on startup from cold, the temperature begins to rise wit… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1947) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1949)