# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1953 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1954 --- ## [Car was sitting. Brakes frozen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-was-sitting-brakes-frozen/74426)
**Author:** [@UsedEconobox\_2\_UsedBMW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UsedEconobox_2_UsedBMW)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 8:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-was-sitting-brakes-frozen/74426 "2012-09-06T08:26:40Z")
Someone I know has a classic Chevy from the 50s/60s. It was not driven all summer, so he started it up today to winterize it (Stabil, etc) When he backed out of the garage, the car was having problems moving, even as he … --- ## [Dry Start Only When Engine Warm 1996 Suburban](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-start-only-when-engine-warm-1996-suburban/71976)
**Author:** [@Burb\_Bum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Burb_Bum)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dry-start-only-when-engine-warm-1996-suburban/71976 "2012-09-06T06:39:04Z")
My Burb starts right up when the engine compartment is cold. Can barely touch the key and the thing fires right up. Once engine compartment is hot (operating temp), I shut off the motor, let it sit for a few minutes a… --- ## [Ford Focus starting dilemma. HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-starting-dilemma-help/74087)
**Author:** [@Candace54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Candace54)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 6:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-focus-starting-dilemma-help/74087 "2012-09-06T06:04:08Z")
I own a 2008 Ford Focus. Periodically, the car will not start. There is no crank noise. All icons light up. After approximately 10 mins., the car will varrrrom, start right up with no delay. There is no rhyme or reason t… --- ## [Critters in my engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/critters-in-my-engine/74466)
**Author:** [@PeggyStone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeggyStone)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/critters-in-my-engine/74466 "2012-09-06T04:48:22Z")
My mechanic says that a "critter" caused the 'Service Engine Soon' light to come on, by chewing at least 4 wires, including a harness wire. What does this all mean? He said it was likely a squirrel or a mouse. --- ## [GM yaw rate sensor 10307709](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-yaw-rate-sensor-10307709/74467)
**Author:** [@jckiln](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jckiln)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gm-yaw-rate-sensor-10307709/74467 "2012-09-06T04:34:10Z")
can anyone advise how to check this sensor with digital multimeter thanks --- ## [Low tire pressure indicator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-tire-pressure-indicator/74468)
**Author:** [@imprint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/imprint)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-tire-pressure-indicator/74468 "2012-09-06T03:45:53Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Pilot. The low tire pressure indicator and the tire pressure monitoring system indicate that I need air in my right front tire. I have had this professionally checked and my tire pressure is accura… --- ## [Air vent question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-vent-question/74471)
**Author:** [@kchhbb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kchhbb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-vent-question/74471 "2012-09-06T03:31:25Z")
My neighbor is getting a ton of leaves and maple tree helicopters in the air vent at the bottom of the windshield of his new Volkswagen Routan. He wanted me to sew some kind of cover for the windshield area that would e… --- ## [Recently replaced gas tank is making a lot of sloshing noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recently-replaced-gas-tank-is-making-a-lot-of-sloshing-noise/74452)
**Author:** [@CPat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CPat)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recently-replaced-gas-tank-is-making-a-lot-of-sloshing-noise/74452 "2012-09-06T01:17:03Z")
I had my gas tank replaced recently and upon replacing the tank, I now notice a sloshing sound when I stop my car. It sounds like I took a gallon milk jug and turned it over completely to pour everything out- glug glug g… --- ## [Aletrnator on an Altima?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aletrnator-on-an-altima/74459)
**Author:** [@Minnie\_HaHa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Minnie_HaHa)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2012, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aletrnator-on-an-altima/74459 "2012-09-06T00:37:16Z")
I have a 1997 Nissan Altima that I got when I traded my Subaru to the Tow truck guy for parts. The odometer/speedometer has worked when it feels like it since i got her 13 months ago. I lost the radio/ speakers a few m… --- ## [Can a speedometer be recalibrated?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-speedometer-be-recalibrated/74448)
**Author:** [@Debbie27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Debbie27)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-speedometer-be-recalibrated/74448 "2012-09-05T23:38:16Z")
My speedometer was broken and I had the entire dash unit replaced. Now the new (used) speedometer is not calibrated correctly. I am comparing it to my Garmin. It is progressively under stating my speed so that by the … --- ## [MA Ballot measure: "Availability of Motor Vehicle Repair Information"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ma-ballot-measure-availability-of-motor-vehicle-repair-information/74422)
**Author:** [@KensAudio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KensAudio)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ma-ballot-measure-availability-of-motor-vehicle-repair-information/74422 "2012-09-05T23:04:28Z")
After looking at VoteSmart.org, I find that one of the ballot measures I'll be voting on is regarding the "Availability of Motor Vehicle Repair Information". As I read the summary, and the measure text, (http://votesm… --- ## [Rattling noise - 2010 Corolla LE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-2010-corolla-le/74354)
**Author:** [@CMSevilla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CMSevilla)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-noise-2010-corolla-le/74354 "2012-09-05T21:25:08Z")
Greetings, This is my 1st post here, but honestly I am not sure where else to turn with this issue. First, the background: I purchased a used 2010 Toyota Corolla LE with about 40k miles back in February of this year.… --- ## [Burning LOTS of oil - Can my engine be saved?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-lots-of-oil-can-my-engine-be-saved/74369)
**Author:** [@KUMechEng](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KUMechEng)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-lots-of-oil-can-my-engine-be-saved/74369 "2012-09-05T20:43:39Z")
We bought a 2003 Toyota Sienna with 50k miles on it. We've had it for about six years and it now has 108k miles. It has never used much oil until about 6 months ago. I probably went longer than I should have between o… --- ## [1999 Corolla Won't start - and then it will!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-corolla-wont-start-and-then-it-will/74462)
**Author:** [@TerryinDC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TerryinDC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-corolla-wont-start-and-then-it-will/74462 "2012-09-05T20:32:19Z")
Hi, A month ago, my car wouldn't start (has new battery) just clicks and the engine lights light up. I waited a few minutes and it started. I took it in to Toyota and they couldn't find anything wrong. this happened seve… --- ## [Preventative maintenance for 2007 NIssan Xterra?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-maintenance-for-2007-nissan-xterra/74451)
**Author:** [@pshermanfl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pshermanfl)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-maintenance-for-2007-nissan-xterra/74451 "2012-09-05T19:44:03Z")
Our beloved mechanic quit the business. We have no idea who to take our Xterra to for preventative maintenance at 98K miles. (We don't know anyone with an import car to ask.) We want to do it now since we will be putting… --- ## [Transmission Repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repairs/74456)
**Author:** [@misskat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/misskat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repairs/74456 "2012-09-05T19:27:36Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla with 145,500 miles on it. I have owned the car for 4 years and never have had any transmission work done on it. My mechanic mentioned to me when I got my oil changed that I should have the … --- ## [1st gear vs. neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-gear-vs-neutral/73154)
**Author:** [@JTS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JTS)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-gear-vs-neutral/73154 "2012-09-05T18:46:08Z")
Regarding a stick shift, I was taught that you are supposed to leave the car in 1st gear with the emergency brake on when parking, however my husband says that you are supposed to leave it in neutral with the emergency b… --- ## [Volvo 940 Turbo Wagon 1993 Won't Start In Wet Weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-940-turbo-wagon-1993-wont-start-in-wet-weather/74460)
**Author:** [@dgiesecke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgiesecke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-940-turbo-wagon-1993-wont-start-in-wet-weather/74460 "2012-09-05T17:48:49Z")
Hi, My 1993 Volvo 940 Turbo Wagon starts and runs great in dry weather, but in wet weather, i.e., after/during rain, in very humid conditions, it has trouble starting and often won't start. The engine turns over but … --- ## [New or 1 year old?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-1-year-old/74378)
**Author:** [@ckhatcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ckhatcher)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-1-year-old/74378 "2012-09-05T17:45:31Z")
Would it be better to buy a new(2013) Nissan Altima, or get a 2012 (new) now? I understand that the 2012 would be considered a year old, since the 2013 cars have come out. Thanks. --- ## [Any review of after market seat belts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-review-of-after-market-seat-belts/74438)
**Author:** [@jmdinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmdinn)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 9:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-review-of-after-market-seat-belts/74438 "2012-09-05T09:08:15Z")
I'm replacing the driver and passenger seat belts on my '91 Honda with 3-point retractable seat belts. 1) the motors in the old ones are failing 2) automatic seat belts aren't as safe as fixed 3-point retractables. 3) 1… --- ## [Can Heat blow a fuse?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-heat-blow-a-fuse/74357)
**Author:** [@iradeej](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iradeej)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 8:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-heat-blow-a-fuse/74357 "2012-09-05T08:15:46Z")
I have a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In July, when the temps outside were around 102 degrees, I drove the car 150 miles back to my home, stopping about 45 minutes into the trip and shutting off the car and then stopping agai… --- ## [Economical air conditioning usage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/economical-air-conditioning-usage/74393)
**Author:** [@clell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clell)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/economical-air-conditioning-usage/74393 "2012-09-05T07:52:21Z")
I have a 2005 nissan altima, a 2008 honda ridgeline and a 2010 toyota venza. Recently I got the idea to run the air conditioner on max cool until it gets too cold, then turn the air conditioner off until it gets hot in … --- ## [OBD-II/CAN Scanner Hardware & Software](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-ii-can-scanner-hardware-software/74444)
**Author:** [@ColtHero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColtHero)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 7:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-ii-can-scanner-hardware-software/74444 "2012-09-05T07:20:08Z")
OBD-II/CAN Scanner Hardware & Software I recently discovered my 12-year old Actron code reader cannot read the newer CAN protocol. Works fine on my '97 Taurus GL wagon (3.0L) and '02 Impala (3.4L), but it had previous… --- ## [Safely removing sap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safely-removing-sap/74439)
**Author:** [@Rebekka](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebekka)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safely-removing-sap/74439 "2012-09-05T05:48:09Z")
Anyone have easy ways to remove pine tree sap without damaging the clear coat? The car is new, so I want to extra careful. Thanks in advance! --- ## [Re-Torquing Head Bolts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-torquing-head-bolts/74397)
**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 5:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/re-torquing-head-bolts/74397 "2012-09-05T05:39:08Z")
I'm getting ready to start up a completely rebuilt 1.9L Saturn engine. It is in a 95 Saturn SC2 DOHC. Torqued down the head as per the specs in the Haynes manual. Followed the sequence and used the CopperCoat on the gask… --- ## [Couldn't the timing belt path be designed so the belt is easy to replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/couldnt-the-timing-belt-path-be-designed-so-the-belt-is-easy-to-replace/74387)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/couldnt-the-timing-belt-path-be-designed-so-the-belt-is-easy-to-replace/74387 "2012-09-05T03:57:56Z")
The expense to change timing belts is a common question here. I change the timing belt myself on my early 90's Corolla, but found it to be a difficult job. Not the actual changing of the belt. That's no more complicat… --- ## [Can i use P205/70R15 tires in place of the 215/60R15 tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-p205-70r15-tires-in-place-of-the-215-60r15-tires/74447)
**Author:** [@BOuLDeR7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOuLDeR7)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2012, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-use-p205-70r15-tires-in-place-of-the-215-60r15-tires/74447 "2012-09-05T00:51:16Z")
I have a 99 Pontiac Grand that uses P215/60/r15 on a 15" x 6", 5 Lug, 115mm bolt pattern. I can get a set of Buick tires and was wondering if I could use them on the Grand Am. Both my rims and tires are in bad shape. M… --- ## [92 Ford Taurus LX sometimes does not want to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-ford-taurus-lx-sometimes-does-not-want-to-start/74040)
**Author:** [@harv89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harv89)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-ford-taurus-lx-sometimes-does-not-want-to-start/74040 "2012-09-04T23:22:09Z")
I have replaced the battery, spark plugs and wires and also replaced the starter in the last 8 months. also I have replaced some fuses and the fuel filter and changed the oil. My car won't start sometimes. it cranks but … --- ## [I finally found a use for my car jack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-finally-found-a-use-for-my-car-jack/74292)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-finally-found-a-use-for-my-car-jack/74292 "2012-09-04T22:49:27Z")
Those OEM scissor jacks aren't worth much in my book. I have a Michelin hydraulic jack at home that beats the OEM jack hands down. I've never even opened the jack door in the trunk. Until today. Our sink garbage disp… --- ## [3 Final candidates--which should I choose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-final-candidates-which-should-i-choose/74376)
**Author:** [@talman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/talman)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2012, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-final-candidates-which-should-i-choose/74376 "2012-09-04T22:45:34Z")
I have three vehicles I'm looking at that are pretty similar in price, would appreciate feedback on which I should choose: 1) 2007 Toyota Camry LE V6 with Leather, 80k, +$750 2) 2005 Lexus ES 330 fully loaded, 96k 3)… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1952) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1954)