# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1979 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1980 --- ## [A/C making loud roaring noise when turned on full blast](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-making-loud-roaring-noise-when-turned-on-full-blast/73640)
**Author:** [@Suart\_C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Suart_C)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-making-loud-roaring-noise-when-turned-on-full-blast/73640 "2012-07-20T23:15:45Z")
I have a 2002 Honda Accord coupe with 130K miles on it. A few days ago the AC started to make a loud roaring noise when it is turned on full blast. As you turn it down the noise gets quieter and when the fan is on low … --- ## [Idle problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idle-problem/73644)
**Author:** [@twhaddict](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twhaddict)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idle-problem/73644 "2012-07-20T22:33:08Z")
!995 honda accord, 5 speed. Idle is fine until the engine warms up, then fluctuates between 1500 to 2500 rpms. The idle control valve was cleaned- no change. Valve was also replaced -also with no change. Put old valve b… --- ## [Too Many Major Problems Too Soon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-many-major-problems-too-soon/73606)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-many-major-problems-too-soon/73606 "2012-07-20T22:07:16Z")
2007 Chevrolet Impala 1LT 3.5L Flex Fuel Engine 4 speed auto trans 6 cylinder 37,900 miles Purchased new Nov 2006 so now out of warranty All recommended book maintenance has been done on schedule Generally has been goo… --- ## [What good is an in-dash vacuum gauge?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-good-is-an-in-dash-vacuum-gauge/72511)
**Author:** [@jesmed1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jesmed1)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-good-is-an-in-dash-vacuum-gauge/72511 "2012-07-20T21:52:43Z")
This 1989 Dodge B250 camper van with a 318 V8 has a vacuum gauge on the dash. I know vacuum leaks can cause problems like engine running rough, etc, and that's when the real mechanics pull out the old vacuum gauge...but … --- ## [Red line on the tach](https://community.cartalk.com/t/red-line-on-the-tach/73570)
**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/red-line-on-the-tach/73570 "2012-07-20T21:07:33Z")
I was always curious about the red markings on the tach. Let's say it is red at 6600 rpm. I assume the engine will not blow up at 6601, or even at 6610. So what will happen if it is tuning on the red line for a while? I… --- ## [The only scion in Norway?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-only-scion-in-norway/73624)
**Author:** [@seamuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seamuffin)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-only-scion-in-norway/73624 "2012-07-20T21:01:48Z")
Hi folks - We're thinking of moving away - way away - Norway away - and would like to bring our Scion xB with us. It's a 2005, and it meets their road requirements without modification - but that model was never sold t… --- ## [Instrument Panel Gone Mad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/instrument-panel-gone-mad/73619)
**Author:** [@Toffer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toffer)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/instrument-panel-gone-mad/73619 "2012-07-20T21:01:00Z")
About 6 months ago I bought a Ford Winstar SEL van (2000) with a little less than 100k on the clock. I have had no problems with it automotively. However when I bought it the tire pressure warning light was on. No pro… --- ## [To repair or not to repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-repair-or-not-to-repair/73638)
**Author:** [@bhagan1927](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bhagan1927)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-repair-or-not-to-repair/73638 "2012-07-20T20:04:03Z")
I have one payment left on my 2005 van (83000 miles). In late May an old lady and I backed into each other at the farm store parking. The Sheriff said she backed first so it was my fault. She made a claim of $718 … --- ## [Ford Five Hundred Motor Mount & Front Stabilizer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-five-hundred-motor-mount-front-stabilizer/73616)
**Author:** [@HMJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HMJ)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-five-hundred-motor-mount-front-stabilizer/73616 "2012-07-20T19:32:02Z")
My 2006 AWD LTD 500 has about 52000 miles on it; a slight rattle/clunking noise is intermittently heard on driver's side in engine compartment. Took it in to dealer who says motor mount is cracked and front stabilizer ba… --- ## [Opinions on what to do with an old van](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-what-to-do-with-an-old-van/73615)
**Author:** [@friedo82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/friedo82)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-what-to-do-with-an-old-van/73615 "2012-07-20T19:27:36Z")
Hello everyone I have an old van in decent shape. Its an 85 dodge caravan. Base model. With about 65,000 miles on it. 2.2 carb'ed engine. 3 speed auto. The interior is in great shape. No rips in the cloth or cracks on … --- ## [New advice on which make and model used car will fit my situation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-advice-on-which-make-and-model-used-car-will-fit-my-situation/73623)
**Author:** [@Texas1900](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Texas1900)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-advice-on-which-make-and-model-used-car-will-fit-my-situation/73623 "2012-07-20T19:19:25Z")
I have decided to buy a used car. My criteria are conflicting. My doctors say I may only have a few years left to live so I want it to drive a car that is fun and tight without a lot of road noise so I can listen to grea… --- ## [AC blowing hot when idling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-when-idling/73626)
**Author:** [@jeshest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeshest)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-when-idling/73626 "2012-07-20T17:44:20Z")
I have a 2002 Ford Windstar and the A/C has started blowing hot when i idle but it blows cold when I am driving. I had the compressor replaced back in February and the pressure is normal so it doesn't look like it has a… --- ## [Fuel gauge 2000 300M](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-gauge-2000-300m/73613)
**Author:** [@Big\_Marc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Big_Marc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-gauge-2000-300m/73613 "2012-07-20T16:08:24Z")
MY 2000 300M has a problem with the fuel gauge. When over 1/2 a tank and just under the full mark the gauge will randomly drop down to empty and turn on the low fuel light then go back to the correct reading and will do… --- ## [Overheating PT Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-pt-cruiser/73637)
**Author:** [@Help](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Help)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-pt-cruiser/73637 "2012-07-20T14:32:29Z")
My 83 year old mom has a 2001 pt cruiser. The gauge is overheating. Some water was leaking from the radiator, not a lot. 3 mechanics have given estimates. The first said it was the water pump. The second said per compu… --- ## [Gas Pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pressure/73630)
**Author:** [@Ledesma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ledesma)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 9:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pressure/73630 "2012-07-20T09:28:30Z")
Help! my 1995 Buick Regal seems to loose gas pressure. Have had several repairs done, fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, fuel filter and nothing seems to help. It seems that the repair shops are guessing at the problem… --- ## [Electrical problem in 1999 Prism](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-in-1999-prism/73634)
**Author:** [@WillyB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WillyB)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-problem-in-1999-prism/73634 "2012-07-20T07:44:50Z")
We bought this Prizm with a salvage title. One part that had to be repaired was the turn signal switch on the right side of the steering column. Now, we're having a number of electrical problems. When we turn on the head… --- ## [Radiator stop leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-stop-leak/73635)
**Author:** [@halaszarch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/halaszarch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-stop-leak/73635 "2012-07-20T07:37:21Z")
I have a 2000 Nissan Maxima with 177K. I'm planning on getting a new car in a few months. The radiator has a small leak at the top. Is a product such as Barr's stop leak a viable solution to get me through a few months o… --- ## [Changing batteries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-batteries/73571)
**Author:** [@honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honda)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 7:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-batteries/73571 "2012-07-20T07:16:14Z")
I asked yesterday about applying voltage to the battery cables before removing them from the old battery to install a new one. Thought I heard one time on here that a small 9 volt battery would be enough to keep the comp… --- ## [Saab 9-5 question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-5-question/73629)
**Author:** [@triggerowl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/triggerowl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 6:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-9-5-question/73629 "2012-07-20T06:15:48Z")
I have a Saab 9-5 aero V6. It was overheating a little last week, and straight away filled the coolent, and had the car towed to my go-to garage that specialize in Saab. They came back with the water pump was done and th… --- ## [Toyota Auris wheel repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-auris-wheel-repair/73628)
**Author:** [@rented](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rented)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-auris-wheel-repair/73628 "2012-07-20T03:15:52Z")
Hi, Hope someone can help me on this forum please. Just caught wheel of my car on a step while reversing. Plastic covering over the wheel/mud guard?? hanging down now and plastic has been eroded due to heat from the tyre… --- ## [Searching for a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/searching-for-a-new-car/73617)
**Author:** [@TeresaMN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TeresaMN)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/searching-for-a-new-car/73617 "2012-07-20T02:00:17Z")
Hello all I need the community experience on this question that I have. You see, I want to buy a new car but I want it to be: fuel-efficient -if it is a hybrid even better-, 6ft friendly (my boyfriend is very tall and he… --- ## [Anybody want a Chevy Diesel Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-want-a-chevy-diesel-car/73543)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anybody-want-a-chevy-diesel-car/73543 "2012-07-20T01:34:35Z")
Chevrolet will offer a diesel Cruze in 2013. It looks like the manufacturers are listening to those that have been whining about this. It comes with a SOHC 2.0L diesel that produces 147 HP at 4000 RPM and a whopping 23… --- ## [Free software to diagnose via computer car problems for 1996 Mazda Protege? OBD codes, etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/free-software-to-diagnose-via-computer-car-problems-for-1996-mazda-protege-obd-codes-etc/73625)
**Author:** [@Juanita1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juanita1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/free-software-to-diagnose-via-computer-car-problems-for-1996-mazda-protege-obd-codes-etc/73625 "2012-07-20T01:27:38Z")
Is there any free software out there that I could download or pay a small price to diagnose car problems for 1996 Mazda Protege? Thankyou in advance! --- ## [Scooter 50cc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scooter-50cc/73610)
**Author:** [@little\_monkey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/little_monkey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scooter-50cc/73610 "2012-07-20T00:35:10Z")
I found a scooter online, at superior power sports dot com. It will be delivered semi assembled. The ad says I will need to attach mirror and battery. and tighten / check bolts. I prefer to have it shipped to a mechani… --- ## [Saab 93 1999](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-93-1999/73612)
**Author:** [@Tyner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tyner)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2012, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-93-1999/73612 "2012-07-20T00:09:52Z")
My wife recently purchased a Saab 9-3 1999 /w 2k+ miles on it as a beater to get us through a few years until we purchased a more reliable car. We've had to put a little money into for maintenance, which is to be expect… --- ## [Subaru outback check engine - bad tank of gas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-check-engine-bad-tank-of-gas/73577)
**Author:** [@Akb8a](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Akb8a)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2012, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-check-engine-bad-tank-of-gas/73577 "2012-07-19T23:36:19Z")
Hi all- My 2000 outback wagon has only 67k miles. About a month ago, the check engine light came on. I took it to an Auto Zone and although unforutunately I didn't write down the code, the person who checked the car s… --- ## [Blended Fuels causing Fuel Filter clogging/ Fuel pump issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blended-fuels-causing-fuel-filter-clogging-fuel-pump-issues/73622)
**Author:** [@astronauttrainer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/astronauttrainer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2012, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blended-fuels-causing-fuel-filter-clogging-fuel-pump-issues/73622 "2012-07-19T23:32:18Z")
I recently began having problems with the fuel filter and pump in my 2001 Miata. When I bought replacement parts, the Napa man said he hasn't ever seen sold so many fuel pumps and filters in a month before. He and othe… --- ## [Trouble with A/C and starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-with-a-c-and-starter/73620)
**Author:** [@Tipp\_City](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tipp_City)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2012, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trouble-with-a-c-and-starter/73620 "2012-07-19T22:41:10Z")
I have 98 TDI Jetta. When I take off the hand brake there is sometimes a faint red light on the dash where it shows if the brake is still on. If that faint light does not go off my A/C will not come on. If I gently touc… --- ## [2001 Suburban Not Charging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-suburban-not-charging/73506)
**Author:** [@Shade\_Tree\_Steve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shade_Tree_Steve)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2012, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-suburban-not-charging/73506 "2012-07-19T21:32:58Z")
What say guys...first post to this forum. Wife's 2001 Suburban 1500 4WD...Battery not Charging. Dash Voltmeter shows only 12 (battery voltage-no charge). DVM confirms only actual battery voltage when running. Took the ba… --- ## [Weird Mercedes C220 Warning Light Behaviors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-mercedes-c220-warning-light-behaviors/73618)
**Author:** [@rosemary57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rosemary57)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2012, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weird-mercedes-c220-warning-light-behaviors/73618 "2012-07-19T20:34:23Z")
I have a 1996 Mercedes C220 with 60K miles on it. It runs great, but is giving me fits with inconsistent, intermittent, and (I’m pretty sure) incorrect warning lights, as well as intermittent gas gauge failures. Soon a… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1978) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1980)