# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1974 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1975 --- ## [Growling 2000 Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-2000-ford-focus/73810)
**Author:** [@marky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marky)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/growling-2000-ford-focus/73810 "2012-07-29T04:48:37Z")
as I'm driving my ford focus I hear a growling noise from the right front. It goes away while turning left. I jacked it up and feel no play in the wheel. I'm thinking it is either the wheel bearing or the drive axle. How… --- ## [Duplicate Title and Value of Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/duplicate-title-and-value-of-car/73542)
**Author:** [@hoops23333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hoops23333)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/duplicate-title-and-value-of-car/73542 "2012-07-29T03:21:04Z")
Hi, I'm looking to buy a used 2007 BMW 328i coupe from a private party. Car appears to be in great shape, odometer says 43k miles on it. test drove the car everything is fine, plan to take it to the bmw dealership to … --- ## [1982 Mercedes Benz 240 D- Lagging at high speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-mercedes-benz-240-d-lagging-at-high-speeds/73791)
**Author:** [@jgilbert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jgilbert)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-mercedes-benz-240-d-lagging-at-high-speeds/73791 "2012-07-29T03:01:37Z")
Recently I've noticed that when I take my car up to highway speeds- 55 MPH or higher- the engine feels as though it hesitates- I don't actually slow down, but I have trouble accelerating beyond where it starts to lag. It… --- ## [2007 Honda Accord Brake Light Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-brake-light-issue/73689)
**Author:** [@Greg\_P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greg_P)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-brake-light-issue/73689 "2012-07-29T02:29:17Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Accord. A few days ago I backed the car up to the front of the house, and in the reflection of the windows and glass I noticed my brake lights were very dim looking. The brake lights on this model/yea… --- ## [Something I learned this morning about checking for straight wheels on an '02 Taurus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-i-learned-this-morning-about-checking-for-straight-wheels-on-an-02-taurus/73806)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-i-learned-this-morning-about-checking-for-straight-wheels-on-an-02-taurus/73806 "2012-07-29T02:21:05Z")
I should mention that this whole project started because the car had warped brake rotors that caused a very noticeable shimmy on braking. I had them turned by a professional brake shop. I have always checked for ben… --- ## [Honda Accord manual transmission behavior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-manual-transmission-behavior/71874)
**Author:** [@Maccorrie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maccorrie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-manual-transmission-behavior/71874 "2012-07-29T01:43:40Z")
I have a 2012 Honda Accord EX with a manual trans. It's a fly-by-wire system. When accelerating and shifting, the tac momentarily jumps various hundreds of RPMs when the clutch is in. That used to mean you weren't com… --- ## [1990 Honda Accord Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-honda-accord-noise/73808)
**Author:** [@Goodwrench](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Goodwrench)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2012, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-honda-accord-noise/73808 "2012-07-29T01:21:36Z")
I replaced the timing belt an waterpump at 262,000 miles and ever since the engine makes a loud low pitch noise that varies in pitch depending on the engine speed. I replaced the alternator and it didn't help. I don't kn… --- ## [2010 Honda Accord Power Steering Fluid Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-power-steering-fluid-leak/73798)
**Author:** [@Jenna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenna)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-accord-power-steering-fluid-leak/73798 "2012-07-28T23:09:26Z")
I have a 2010 Accord that started leaking power steering fluid at around 10,000 miles. In February 2011, I complained to the Honda service technician when I took the car in for an oil change about the leak. At that time,… --- ## [Audi Mechanic in Austin Texas - Looking for independent](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-mechanic-in-austin-texas-looking-for-independent/73802)
**Author:** [@DCinAustin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DCinAustin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-mechanic-in-austin-texas-looking-for-independent/73802 "2012-07-28T21:52:55Z")
My independent Audi repair shop recently closed and I'm looking for a new mechanic. I need struts and shocks on my 2006 A4. Any suggestions? Thanks. --- ## [Ford Taurus bogging down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-bogging-down/73641)
**Author:** [@JesW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JesW)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-taurus-bogging-down/73641 "2012-07-28T21:17:18Z")
I recently bought a 1997 Ford Taurus. It ran fine when I got it but the third time I drove it, it started acting up. I was driving down the highway and I noticed it was missing a little bit. Then about 10 minutes later i… --- ## [Dakota throwing various 02 sensor codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dakota-throwing-various-02-sensor-codes/73666)
**Author:** [@missileman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/missileman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dakota-throwing-various-02-sensor-codes/73666 "2012-07-28T18:36:44Z")
My 2002 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab pickup is throwing several different 02 sensor codes. The first one was P0132. I reset the CEL and it ran good for about 1800 miles (100,140) on the odometer now. Now I'm getting a P0158… --- ## [No radio in the Intrepid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-radio-in-the-intrepid/73775)
**Author:** [@principam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/principam)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-radio-in-the-intrepid/73775 "2012-07-28T18:25:18Z")
My daughter has a 1999 Dodge Intrepid. Recently the interior lights have flickered and today the radio stopped working. Other than that, the car seems to be running fine. Can you suggest what might be going on? --- ## [Proportioning valve 81 malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proportioning-valve-81-malibu/73114)
**Author:** [@frost1085](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frost1085)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 9:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proportioning-valve-81-malibu/73114 "2012-07-28T09:49:33Z")
has anyone remmoved this from the frame and mounted it on the booster/master cylinder. mines is leaking and is to close to my header its actually on the header. so im wanting to no is it possible and if so should i get o… --- ## [Yup. Rumble Seats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yup-rumble-seats/73783)
**Author:** [@bennyBAM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bennyBAM)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 7:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yup-rumble-seats/73783 "2012-07-28T07:54:29Z")
In 2013 i plan on spending what time and money i can on building or repair a car with a rumble seat. Can you convert a car to a car with a rumble seat? can you take panels off one car and weld/"otherwise" to another car.… --- ## [Roaring noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roaring-noise/73793)
**Author:** [@gnf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gnf)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 6:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/roaring-noise/73793 "2012-07-28T06:19:37Z")
I have a 2002 GMC Senoma 4WD. I have recently noticed a roaring noise in the area of the left front wheel, The noise is assocaited with rotation of the whell. There is no unusal tire wear or shimmy. I rarely use the 4WD… --- ## [Used Corollas vs Camrys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-corollas-vs-camrys/73748)
**Author:** [@quizzler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/quizzler)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-corollas-vs-camrys/73748 "2012-07-28T05:56:17Z")
I've been searching for used Camrys using cars.com in NC and have a tentative deal on a 2011 LE automatic with only 21000 miles for just under 16000. It certainly wasn't unique. I found similar deals in NC and SC. Clean … --- ## [Saab 9-5 wiring eaten by rodents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-5-wiring-eaten-by-rodents/73792)
**Author:** [@laughing\_larry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/laughing_larry)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-5-wiring-eaten-by-rodents/73792 "2012-07-28T04:51:11Z")
The wiring on my fuel pump and pressure sensor has been chewed up and mangled by rodents, not sure if it is mice or chipmunks. Car stopped running 2 weeks ago, found the problem and spliced wires back together. New fault… --- ## [Volvo 850 intermittent but rapid battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-850-intermittent-but-rapid-battery-drain/73762)
**Author:** [@NCcurmudgeon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NCcurmudgeon)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-850-intermittent-but-rapid-battery-drain/73762 "2012-07-28T03:36:53Z")
My 1996 Volvo 850 has a relatively new battery but every few weeks it will go completely dead. A typical situation is this: the car will start fine and we will go to a restaurant but when we come out the battery is so de… --- ## [Alternator charging ok in '07 Focus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-charging-ok-in-07-focus/73781)
**Author:** [@ray500](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ray500)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-charging-ok-in-07-focus/73781 "2012-07-28T03:32:44Z")
I have a '07 Focus and had to replace the Motorcraft battery recently because the car failed to start. Even the radio failed to start because it said 'low battery'. I took the battery to Autozone so that they can test … --- ## [2012 Honda Accord v6 Terrible Acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-v6-terrible-acceleration/73770)
**Author:** [@JW852012](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JW852012)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2012, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-accord-v6-terrible-acceleration/73770 "2012-07-28T00:48:35Z")
Hi, I bought a new Honda Accord v6. I drove it off the lot with 40 miles on it. The acceleration was fine when I bought it. It now has over 500 miles on it, and the acceleration is terrible. When I'm at a stop light … --- ## [Putting the wiring back together on my 450sl antenna](https://community.cartalk.com/t/putting-the-wiring-back-together-on-my-450sl-antenna/73789)
**Author:** [@agomez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agomez)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/putting-the-wiring-back-together-on-my-450sl-antenna/73789 "2012-07-27T23:51:03Z")
So here's my issue: My Dad (great Dad that he is) removed my antenna from my 1975 450sl in an attempt to repair the thing. BUT, instead of unplugging the antenna, he opened up the cover and unplugged each of the connec… --- ## [Front right wheel grinding noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-right-wheel-grinding-noise/73780)
**Author:** [@missbabay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/missbabay)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-right-wheel-grinding-noise/73780 "2012-07-27T23:21:14Z")
hello, i recently brought my 2005 toyota corolla to my mechanic to give my car a check up as i will be going on a three week road trip soon. Upon assessment, my mechanic told me that my front right wheel bearing was ma… --- ## [Female Uneducated About Maintenance and Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/female-uneducated-about-maintenance-and-repair/73760)
**Author:** [@irma711](https://community.cartalk.com/u/irma711)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/female-uneducated-about-maintenance-and-repair/73760 "2012-07-27T23:15:02Z")
Hello, I am ashamed to admit, but I am a female who doesn't understand the mechanics of a car, including repair and maintenance. I take my 2009 Corolla Toyota to the dealer for service and never know what they are talki… --- ## [Honda Accord 1996 timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-1996-timing-belt/73782)
**Author:** [@Tree\_hugger1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tree_hugger1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-1996-timing-belt/73782 "2012-07-27T23:05:13Z")
Should we replace the timing belt, for the second time, with 177,000 miles or look at new/used cars. Other than tired paint car is in good condition. --- ## [77 F150 Clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/77-f150-clunk/72991)
**Author:** [@pshoremo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pshoremo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/77-f150-clunk/72991 "2012-07-27T22:44:33Z")
Hi Everyone! I have been fixing up my 77 F150 since I got it in January and it's really starting to look nice! I love this truck, but I have noticed a clunk sound when I put it in reverse and also a same if not similar … --- ## [Stalling Saturn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-saturn/73786)
**Author:** [@OURafe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OURafe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stalling-saturn/73786 "2012-07-27T22:38:29Z")
I have a 2005 Saturn Ion stalls when I make left hand turns! The engine light comes on and the car goes into limp mode! I stop the car and wait a minute or two and it starts right back up and after driving it for a while… --- ## [What cars do you wish you had not passed on buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-cars-do-you-wish-you-had-not-passed-on-buying/73673)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-cars-do-you-wish-you-had-not-passed-on-buying/73673 "2012-07-27T20:44:29Z")
In another thread, keith said he wished he had a "do over" on not buying an MGTD for $400. Here's a cut and paste. Quoting @keith keith July 20 MG McAnick, You could be right, but there was a TD that I had a chanc… --- ## [1990 Chrysler LeBaron 3.0L V-6 dies in heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chrysler-lebaron-3-0l-v-6-dies-in-heat/73611)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-chrysler-lebaron-3-0l-v-6-dies-in-heat/73611 "2012-07-27T17:32:59Z")
I'm beginning to think that this issue is heat related. It's been over 100F for the last week. This car has not been driven much in the last five years, maybe once a month. It belongs to a friend whose son has come … --- ## [Freaking out about my car PLEASE HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaking-out-about-my-car-please-help/73370)
**Author:** [@Sweet\_tea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sweet_tea)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freaking-out-about-my-car-please-help/73370 "2012-07-27T17:29:54Z")
Hi I own a 2008 Ford Focus that about 3 weeks ago started to upon ignition not have a working blower. So I would turn it off and then back on again and it would be blowing again. Then a week ago my wipers, washer and gea… --- ## [BMW Repair problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-repair-problem/73605)
**Author:** [@Sturgie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sturgie)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2012, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-repair-problem/73605 "2012-07-27T16:32:06Z")
I took my 2005 BMW with just about 100,000 miles on it to the dealership this week for an oil change. They said the serpentine belts needed replacing - which we did. Picked up car and with a few miles of the dealership… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1973) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1975)