# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1951 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1952 --- ## ['97 Toyota Camry keys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-camry-keys/74547)
**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 11:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-toyota-camry-keys/74547 "2012-09-09T11:35:10Z")
I just purchased a 1997 Camry with 147k miles through a local dealer...and it only came with the valet key which will open doors/start the car with no problem but will not open the trunk. I have to use the trunk release … --- ## [Hybrid Kit For Any Car.....Truth or Scam?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-kit-for-any-car-truth-or-scam/74491)
**Author:** [@missileman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/missileman)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 9:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-kit-for-any-car-truth-or-scam/74491 "2012-09-09T09:15:55Z")
I just ran across this article on Yahoo. It has all the earmarks of a scam. What do you say? http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/this-could-be-big-abc-news/kit-turns-car-hybrid-170717691.html --- ## [2002 lincolin runs rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lincolin-runs-rough/74542)
**Author:** [@almostdave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/almostdave)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 8:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lincolin-runs-rough/74542 "2012-09-09T08:00:09Z")
My 2002 Lincoli runs rough after warm up. HELP!!!!!! --- ## [Olds Aurora 02 climate control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/olds-aurora-02-climate-control/74539)
**Author:** [@Frosted\_Flake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frosted_Flake)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/olds-aurora-02-climate-control/74539 "2012-09-09T07:14:09Z")
My wife’s 02’ Olds Aurora climate control is acting up. When the car is started the blower delays running for minutes. Sometimes 5 to 15 minutes. The system works great once it’s up & running. What can cause this waiting… --- ## [Seat belt lockup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-lockup/74536)
**Author:** [@Koach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koach)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seat-belt-lockup/74536 "2012-09-09T05:21:54Z")
My wife has a 2001 Tribute. When I buckle up in the passenger seat the tensioner locks me in place. I can unbuckle normally. Driver's side is fine. To get around the problem, I pull the entire seat belt out before bu… --- ## [Toyota Matrix Fusebox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-fusebox/74534)
**Author:** [@Viking\_Son](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Viking_Son)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2012, 2:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-matrix-fusebox/74534 "2012-09-09T02:06:15Z")
Where is and how do I access the interior fusebox for a 2003 Toyota Matrix? --- ## [Ford F350 electrical glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f350-electrical-glitch/74521)
**Author:** [@mimshow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mimshow)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f350-electrical-glitch/74521 "2012-09-08T22:31:21Z")
Yesterday I ran my batteries down and had to have my 2003 F350 jump started. The truck started find, and the battery is retaining its charge, but after the jump i lost my power windows, instrument panel (speedometer, ga… --- ## [Early morning motorboat sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-morning-motorboat-sound/74520)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/early-morning-motorboat-sound/74520 "2012-09-08T22:30:05Z")
'95 Civic, 225k, .5 fuel injected, A/T . . . we've had a lot of rain lately . . . last few mornings when I started the Civic after an overnight rain the engine started right up but putt-putted like a motorboat for a fe… --- ## [Possessed Honda 2007 Accord VP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possessed-honda-2007-accord-vp/74515)
**Author:** [@jayfraz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jayfraz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possessed-honda-2007-accord-vp/74515 "2012-09-08T22:19:24Z")
I'm having weird electrical problems with my accord. They started occurring about 2 weeks ago after a rain shower. That evening, I shut my car off with and still had the intermittent wiper still on. They next morning … --- ## [1995 Taurus OBDI Check Engine Light On Code 172](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-obdi-check-engine-light-on-code-172/74531)
**Author:** [@LeRoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeRoy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-obdi-check-engine-light-on-code-172/74531 "2012-09-08T22:06:39Z")
My Taurus runs fine. The check engine light comes on a little while after I start the engine! The diagnostic trouble code reads 172, lack of heated oxygen sensor switches, indicates lean bank #1. This year I have replace… --- ## [P0133 Trouble Code on 2001 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0133-trouble-code-on-2001-toyota-corolla/74490)
**Author:** [@shinmoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shinmoore)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0133-trouble-code-on-2001-toyota-corolla/74490 "2012-09-08T21:56:52Z")
Hey everyone, I've been getting a P0133 trouble code on my 2001 Toyota Corolla and am stumped as to what is causing it. I've ruled out the obvious stuff: I replaced the upstream O2 sensor and can vouch for the lack of … --- ## [Oil Changes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-changes/72945)
**Author:** [@ybals](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ybals)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-changes/72945 "2012-09-08T21:54:31Z")
I am thinking of switching from regular motor oil to full synthetic. The car has 58,000 miles is a 2007 Toyota Corolla. Is it practical or not, and what are t advantages or disadvantages of doing this --- ## [09 Mariner Fuel Sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-mariner-fuel-sensor/74415)
**Author:** [@wordnerd23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wordnerd23)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-mariner-fuel-sensor/74415 "2012-09-08T21:44:51Z")
Howdy everyone! I recently bought a 2009 Mercury Mariner 4wd Premier from a dealership (I upgraded from a 91 Ford Tempo...) A few weeks ago I noticed that when I'd start my car the fuel gauge would be wrong (showing … --- ## [Sloshing sound?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sloshing-sound/74508)
**Author:** [@Gina\_G](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gina_G)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sloshing-sound/74508 "2012-09-08T20:41:24Z")
Well, we let my son take our 2009 Subaru Forester across the country to college, and of course, the car seems to be having issues now. He says he is hearing a "sloshing" sound under the car towards the rear (cargo area) … --- ## [How to tell if motor is ok after over heating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-tell-if-motor-is-ok-after-over-heating/74529)
**Author:** [@gdan29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gdan29)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-tell-if-motor-is-ok-after-over-heating/74529 "2012-09-08T20:33:33Z")
1994 camry 3.0 V6, 221k, auto My daughter called the other night to tell me her car had smoke coming from under the hood when she got to work. after work she drove to a friends home about 4 miles in city traffic and it d… --- ## [Brake lines are dry but no puddle underneath](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lines-are-dry-but-no-puddle-underneath/74434)
**Author:** [@prinlges08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/prinlges08)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-lines-are-dry-but-no-puddle-underneath/74434 "2012-09-08T20:28:14Z")
Hello All, A few months back I went to hop in my beloved '66 Mustang to run off down the road. When I hopped in, it started up great, and I pumped the brake pedal and on the second pump it went straight to the floor. N… --- ## [Honda electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-electrical-problem/74527)
**Author:** [@magfaser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/magfaser)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-electrical-problem/74527 "2012-09-08T20:19:19Z")
Due to a rash of Honda thefts in my city I advised my wife to unplug a spark plug wire when she parked at night. After realizing that it could still run on 3 cylinders I then unplugged the thing with the blue and black/y… --- ## [How to deal w/mehanic? and/or fix the problem? 2000 VW Passat 1.8L Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-deal-w-mehanic-and-or-fix-the-problem-2000-vw-passat-1-8l-turbo/74420)
**Author:** [@niccallaway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/niccallaway)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-deal-w-mehanic-and-or-fix-the-problem-2000-vw-passat-1-8l-turbo/74420 "2012-09-08T20:10:55Z")
I have a 2000 VW Passat 1.8L Turbo wagon. Over the last year I have spent approx $2900 in repairs (ABS computer module, alternator, timing belt, water pump, and various air pump system issues). The check emissions ligh… --- ## [How much should a 1995 S420 Sedan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-a-1995-s420-sedan/74516)
**Author:** [@Brendad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brendad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-a-1995-s420-sedan/74516 "2012-09-08T20:04:55Z")
Hi, I have volunteered to sell my dad's 1995 Mercedes S420 Sedan. Unfortunately air conditioner is broken and just got new rotors so now it is running smoothly. It also has 92,000 miles on it and it is in very good condi… --- ## [BMW Seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-seat/74525)
**Author:** [@AndrewK](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndrewK)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-seat/74525 "2012-09-08T19:48:33Z")
The front passenger seat of my BMW is twisted for some reason. It looks like the sun might have played a role in this. Wonder if/where I can get this fixed? --- ## [Ballpark cost to replace gas tank Jeep Cherokee Sport?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ballpark-cost-to-replace-gas-tank-jeep-cherokee-sport/74512)
**Author:** [@UsedEconobox\_2\_UsedBMW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UsedEconobox_2_UsedBMW)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ballpark-cost-to-replace-gas-tank-jeep-cherokee-sport/74512 "2012-09-08T16:59:14Z")
Might buy a 1995 Jeep Cherokee Sport. Seller says it runs perfectly. It's just that if theres more than a half tank of gas it has a slow drip. It is automatic. Can this be cheaply patched? If not, ballpark cost to r… --- ## [Need help with new car decision! 2012 Honda CR-V or 2012 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-new-car-decision-2012-honda-cr-v-or-2012-vw-jetta-sportwagen-tdi/73095)
**Author:** [@MECindylou](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MECindylou)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-new-car-decision-2012-honda-cr-v-or-2012-vw-jetta-sportwagen-tdi/73095 "2012-09-08T10:58:23Z")
After driving and researching Honda Civic, Accord, CR-V, and Insight, Toyota Prius, Suburu Outback and Forrester, Ford Focus, Escape, and Edge, Hyundai Elantra Touring, 2013 Mazda CX-5 and VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI, the de… --- ## [Hyundai Accent 2005 - keeps dying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-2005-keeps-dying/74518)
**Author:** [@pamos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pamos)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 10:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-accent-2005-keeps-dying/74518 "2012-09-08T10:14:33Z")
My son recently purchased a 2005 Accent - auto trans, with about 105,000 miles on it. He has had a bit of bad luck with vehicles and he knows absolutely nothing about them. A few weeks after purch (private owner) the car… --- ## [Intermittent steering shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-steering-shake/74517)
**Author:** [@agravated1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agravated1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 9:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-steering-shake/74517 "2012-09-08T09:05:00Z")
I picked up a Lincoln Ls 2002 a year ago, ran perfectly until I took it to sears for a wheel alignment.They gave the car back with a missing lug and 2 finger loose lugs on the same wheel, felt rim slapping the rotor on t… --- ## [2005 Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-malibu/74477)
**Author:** [@PKC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PKC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 8:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-malibu/74477 "2012-09-08T08:40:00Z")
I have a 2005 Malibu. After two alignments, a front wheel alignment by an independent shop and a "four wheel" alignment by the dealer, my car still pulls to the left at highway speeds. Any ideas as to what else could b… --- ## [Kia Soul 5 door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-soul-5-door/74513)
**Author:** [@SacKathy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SacKathy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 7:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-soul-5-door/74513 "2012-09-08T07:42:47Z")
A good car or no? My personal mechanic isn't "sold yet" on it, but then he just came around to Huinda.. But he is a cartalk kinda guy in Sacramento I want the 2013 5 door --- ## [Where do you take a car to fix its trunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-do-you-take-a-car-to-fix-its-trunk/74498)
**Author:** [@staticwarp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/staticwarp)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-do-you-take-a-car-to-fix-its-trunk/74498 "2012-09-08T05:48:53Z")
seems like a simple question, but I can't figure it out. here's the story: I bought an 01 corolla s a few weeks ago and it's in great shape except for some seemingly minor body damage and 3 bent rims. got the rims take… --- ## [1995 ford explorer vibrtion/shaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-explorer-vibrtion-shaking/74511)
**Author:** [@Shelley1515](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelley1515)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-explorer-vibrtion-shaking/74511 "2012-09-08T05:11:08Z")
my truck is vibrating and shaking when you go over 30. but occasionally stops. i replaced the whole rear end, rear shocks, rear brakes, rear drive shaft U- joints, rebalanced the rear tires( they needed that). at least… --- ## [What's Happening With My Lights!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-happening-with-my-lights/74507)
**Author:** [@GHall\_Richmond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GHall_Richmond)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-happening-with-my-lights/74507 "2012-09-08T04:41:08Z")
I have a 1998 Nissan Altima. It's a good car, but a few weeks ago something weird started happening. When I turn on the headlights. The high beam indicator on the dash lights up, even though it is not set on high. No… --- ## [Two questions about a 03 Ford SVT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-questions-about-a-03-ford-svt/74470)
**Author:** [@Mejalli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mejalli)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/two-questions-about-a-03-ford-svt/74470 "2012-09-08T03:03:52Z")
Hello, I have an 2003 Ford SVT with about 140K on it. Recently it had been giving me problems with regard to the O2 sensor, I changed it a couple of times and changed the PCM, as my mechanic thought that it was causing… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1950) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1952)