# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1968 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1969 --- ## [Car Talk with Natalie](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-with-natalie/73992)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-with-natalie/73992 "2012-08-09T04:27:22Z")
On the Today Show this morning, Al Roker was doing his "English Lesson", today it was about automotive terms the Brits use, i.e. bonnet, petrol etc. Natalie Moralis got them all right and Savannah Guthrie said "OK, car … --- ## [Buying Subaru Impreza hatch but the need is intown driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-subaru-impreza-hatch-but-the-need-is-intown-driving/73917)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2012, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-subaru-impreza-hatch-but-the-need-is-intown-driving/73917 "2012-08-09T01:00:52Z")
I am wondering about the negative effects of AWD: - apparently the all 4 tires need changing at the same time to protect the AWD mechanism...if true, it makes it is an unnecessarily expensive - additional maintenance rel… --- ## [2002 Nissan Altima. Anti-theft problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-altima-anti-theft-problem/73988)
**Author:** [@treyw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/treyw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-altima-anti-theft-problem/73988 "2012-08-08T21:49:41Z")
I had a new computer put in this car, and one of my two keys was "flashed" to match the computer. After a few weeks, my car won't start, and I wonder if I accidentally used the wrong key and some sort of anti-theft or s… --- ## [2013 Escape: tow package or no tow package?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-escape-tow-package-or-no-tow-package/73924)
**Author:** [@Cat42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cat42)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-escape-tow-package-or-no-tow-package/73924 "2012-08-08T20:59:23Z")
I'm planning to buy a 2013 Ford Escape with the 2.0 liter Ecoboost engine. I'm considering getting it equipped with the Class II trailer tow package. I've never needed to tow anything before, but then again, I've never h… --- ## [Vibration & noise when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-noise-when-braking/73986)
**Author:** [@jimcarlos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimcarlos)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-noise-when-braking/73986 "2012-08-08T19:09:31Z")
2004 GC, 6 cyc, 2wd. Had TERRIBLE noise & vibration when braking but problem was intermittent, no codes generated. Everybody suspected ABS problem. New pads, new rotors, new ABS module no help. Frequency increased but… --- ## [1998 Toyota Corolla starter problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-corolla-starter-problems/73980)
**Author:** [@basketballplayer1989](https://community.cartalk.com/u/basketballplayer1989)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-toyota-corolla-starter-problems/73980 "2012-08-08T19:08:48Z")
My brother Neumann has a 1998 Toyota Corolla and it starts completely fine for a stretch of 3-4 weeks, then unpredictably it will not start. When it doesn't there is no turnover or clicking noise. I don't hear anything… --- ## [Misfiring problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-problem/73967)
**Author:** [@brizzo84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brizzo84)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfiring-problem/73967 "2012-08-08T18:20:01Z")
I changed my plugs recently in my 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2l I6 with the coil on plug setup, and now it is misfiring and hesitating when I hit the gas. All the spark plugs have the proper gap and torqued down prope… --- ## [How do I adjust my headlights, like how to angle the beam of the headlight after installation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-adjust-my-headlights-like-how-to-angle-the-beam-of-the-headlight-after-installation/73984)
**Author:** [@fogus57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fogus57)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-adjust-my-headlights-like-how-to-angle-the-beam-of-the-headlight-after-installation/73984 "2012-08-08T18:11:01Z")
Hello! I just bought a pair of new headlight housings (the actual plastic housing that holds the headlight bulbs) for my 2000 Mercury Sable. This car is essentially a Ford Taurus with a different badge and different ligh… --- ## [To salvage a "totaled" car, or replace it? Advice requested](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-salvage-a-totaled-car-or-replace-it-advice-requested/73945)
**Author:** [@Nathaniel\_Day](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nathaniel_Day)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-salvage-a-totaled-car-or-replace-it-advice-requested/73945 "2012-08-08T17:51:52Z")
Greetings, denizens of our fair online city, Our dear 2002 Honda Civic (120,000 miles, spotless maintenance and repair record) was recently declared totaled by our insurance company (valued at $6500) following an acci… --- ## [Moan/groan while decelerating 2005 Corolla LE](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moan-groan-while-decelerating-2005-corolla-le/73974)
**Author:** [@gappbaaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gappbaaz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moan-groan-while-decelerating-2005-corolla-le/73974 "2012-08-08T16:27:25Z")
My 2005 Corolla LE makes a low moaning/groaning sound when I release the accelerator between 40-50 mph. This does not happen below or above the said speed range. I can hear it only when it is sufficiently quiet like in q… --- ## [Wife mouse problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wife-mouse-problem/73319)
**Author:** [@JTonk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JTonk)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wife-mouse-problem/73319 "2012-08-08T16:23:45Z")
Just heard the call where the Wife had a mouse crawl across her foot and wouldn't park her car again. The following diabolical suggestion is something that Ray SHOULD have thought of.... Go to the local pet store with … --- ## [1986 olds 2.8 multiport fi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-olds-2-8-multiport-fi/73947)
**Author:** [@Cubeman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cubeman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 9:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-olds-2-8-multiport-fi/73947 "2012-08-08T09:10:32Z")
This is my first time so please bear with me. My car is making a popping sound during accleration. I just recently found that the radiator fan is not coming on and I am about to replace the coolant tempo sensor. Could th… --- ## [2002 GMC Envoy Engine Whistle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-envoy-engine-whistle/73965)
**Author:** [@Dee\_L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee_L)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-gmc-envoy-engine-whistle/73965 "2012-08-08T07:52:31Z")
I have a 2002 GMC Envoy that has developed a shrill whistle. It starts after the car hits about 20 mph, stops when braking or at a standstill, and sometimes doesn't start right away if the car is cold. My mechanic has ch… --- ## [Hard start on hot start in my '02 Accord, along with other irritating symptoms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-on-hot-start-in-my-02-accord-along-with-other-irritating-symptoms/73452)
**Author:** [@stolte-sawa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stolte-sawa)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 7:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-start-on-hot-start-in-my-02-accord-along-with-other-irritating-symptoms/73452 "2012-08-08T07:34:43Z")
Hey friends, After 10 years of regular scheduled maintenance, my fairly uneventful relationship with my car has taken a nasty turn. Here's the main problem I'm experiencing: Sometimes, on hot and sunny days (or any t… --- ## ['51 International fuel line](https://community.cartalk.com/t/51-international-fuel-line/73835)
**Author:** [@International\_Dave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/International_Dave)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/51-international-fuel-line/73835 "2012-08-08T06:49:14Z")
I just replaced the steel fuel line on my '51 International L110 pickup with a new one (with new double-flaired ends) because of a leak where the line meets the tank stub. I used some ether starting fluid to crank it up,… --- ## [Three A/Cs died. Why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/three-a-cs-died-why/73621)
**Author:** [@wagmorebarkless](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wagmorebarkless)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 6:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/three-a-cs-died-why/73621 "2012-08-08T06:26:04Z")
My 2001 sable wagon had great a/c. Last summer, the car was overheating and we replaced an evaporator fan. Then the A/C went in early fall and we replaced the compressor. It was barely used before winter set in. Fast… --- ## [2001 hyundai accent clutch problems sitting unmoved for 5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-accent-clutch-problems-sitting-unmoved-for-5-years/73978)
**Author:** [@Jaymeister23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaymeister23)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-accent-clutch-problems-sitting-unmoved-for-5-years/73978 "2012-08-08T06:12:55Z")
So I have this old hyundai accent sitting in my driveway. It was the car my sister learned to drive manual on and she beat up the clutch pretty bad. After a while the car couldn't be driven, and the repair guys said it n… --- ## [Replacing the crankshaft sensor in an 02 olds aurora](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-crankshaft-sensor-in-an-02-olds-aurora/73979)
**Author:** [@G-love](https://community.cartalk.com/u/G-love)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 5:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-the-crankshaft-sensor-in-an-02-olds-aurora/73979 "2012-08-08T05:02:10Z")
My 02 olds aurora is giving me a trouble code for the crankshaft sensor and I'd like to replace it myself. I understand that it is located near the starter motor and I hear rumors that it's an easy job. Are these rumors … --- ## [4 mechanics, 3 totally different diagnoses: potentially an engine knock?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-mechanics-3-totally-different-diagnoses-potentially-an-engine-knock/73961)
**Author:** [@DrPoor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DrPoor)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-mechanics-3-totally-different-diagnoses-potentially-an-engine-knock/73961 "2012-08-08T02:40:46Z")
Two days before moving across the country in my 2001 Toyota Corolla, after some routine maintenance (recharging air-conditioner, bleeding breaks, etc...) my mechanic called to tell me there was a knock in my engine, pote… --- ## ["Check engine" light goes on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-goes-on/73970)
**Author:** [@zerenatolm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zerenatolm)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2012, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-goes-on/73970 "2012-08-08T02:20:03Z")
Hello, I have a Toyota Corolla 96. The check light is on. I took it to AutoZone and the guy told me everything is Ok. I looked the oil level this morning and it was low. The temperature sensor is normal and the car runs … --- ## [2001 Subaru Overheat Challenge (and no...it's not the head gasket!)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-overheat-challenge-and-no-its-not-the-head-gasket/73851)
**Author:** [@C130pilot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/C130pilot)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-overheat-challenge-and-no-its-not-the-head-gasket/73851 "2012-08-07T23:57:13Z")
First off, if anyone can figure this one out, dinner is on me next time you're in Cheyenne Wyoming! OK guys, I've got a good one. Hope you're comfy and you have some coffee. We purchased a 2001 Forester with about 7… --- ## [2006 Dodge Mag - A/C blows hot when idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-mag-a-c-blows-hot-when-idle/73859)
**Author:** [@sheeeeeeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sheeeeeeep)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-mag-a-c-blows-hot-when-idle/73859 "2012-08-07T21:39:06Z")
Already put in a big can of refrigerant. Now it merely blows super cold when it blows cold. Still warm at idle. Was recommended to check two things: One is to check that the condenser coil is not obstructed with deb… --- ## [AC Compressor R&R how to?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-r-amp-r-how-to/73951)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-r-amp-r-how-to/73951 "2012-08-07T19:00:57Z")
Thank you guys for helping me, Diag my 2004 CRV with AC issues below. The consensus is that the old compressor was not working (I am guessing just plumb wore out after 230,000 miles in SC heat). So the Compressor and Dry… --- ## [2006 Dodge 5.9 cummins diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-5-9-cummins-diesel/73948)
**Author:** [@tlynn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tlynn)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-dodge-5-9-cummins-diesel/73948 "2012-08-07T17:08:09Z")
Our 2006 Dodge 4x4 dually 3500 (lonestar) 5.9 cummins, has 170,000 original miles, but has a newer 5.9 motor, 60,000 +/- miles on this motor (according to dealership). ONLY in the SUMMER HOT months and only if we haul … --- ## [Not a Car but it is a Chevy 350](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-car-but-it-is-a-chevy-350/73952)
**Author:** [@Robb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robb)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-car-but-it-is-a-chevy-350/73952 "2012-08-07T08:55:45Z")
I have a '89 Chevy 350 v8 in my boat. It starts fine, but then stalled when decelerating, and would not start. I smelled some gas fumes when trying to start it after it had died. It started up fine the next day without… --- ## [Phantom Wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phantom-wipers/73966)
**Author:** [@Gizmo07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gizmo07)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 8:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phantom-wipers/73966 "2012-08-07T08:24:45Z")
Sorry if this has been asked already, I did a quick search of the forums and didn't see anything relevant. I have a 2011 Smart Fortwo with a very odd wiper problem. Most of the time when I first start up the car, the … --- ## [2009 Jeep Liberty Starting/Electrical Current Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-liberty-starting-electrical-current-issues/73852)
**Author:** [@ajoiner48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajoiner48)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-liberty-starting-electrical-current-issues/73852 "2012-08-07T07:52:01Z")
I have a 2009 Jeep Liberty Sport 4X4 with 63,000 miles. There have been issues starting the car for about a year and a half. It all started when a key was inserted into the ignition about a year and a half ago and a c… --- ## [Audi A6 Traction Control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a6-traction-control/73884)
**Author:** [@Bren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bren)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a6-traction-control/73884 "2012-08-07T05:33:12Z")
My daughter just had a new front tire put on her Audi A6 AWD, 2001 car and now her traction control will not turn on. I've been told that being it is all wheel drive that the tires need to have the same wear and that al… --- ## [Replaced turn signal switch on 99 lumina, now turn signals and hazards don't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-turn-signal-switch-on-99-lumina-now-turn-signals-and-hazards-dont-work/73958)
**Author:** [@dukesmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dukesmom)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-turn-signal-switch-on-99-lumina-now-turn-signals-and-hazards-dont-work/73958 "2012-08-07T04:14:35Z")
I had the turn signal switch replaced on my 99 lumina, because my brake lights would not work, afterward everything worked for a week and a half - then the hazard lights and turn signals quit working. I then checked the … --- ## [Specifically: Lake Tahoe Snow - Best car/suv with either 4x4 or AWD around $3000?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/specifically-lake-tahoe-snow-best-car-suv-with-either-4x4-or-awd-around-3000/73552)
**Author:** [@powpow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powpow)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2012, 4:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/specifically-lake-tahoe-snow-best-car-suv-with-either-4x4-or-awd-around-3000/73552 "2012-08-07T04:11:50Z")
I'm new here and need some advice from those who know a lot more about cars than I do. I've done a fair amount of research, but some is conflicting, some helpful and some seems to say that in the price range I can't depe… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1967) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1969)