# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1994 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1995 --- ## ['03 Civic Self-arms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-civic-self-arms/73167)
**Author:** [@Paul13Cruise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul13Cruise)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-civic-self-arms/73167 "2012-06-22T22:44:11Z")
Does anyone else have a Civic that arms itself and then honks at you if you don't get the key in the ignition within 20 seconds? Dealers don't seem to know anything about it and it is making us very unpopular in the nei… --- ## [Turbocharger vs. supercharger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbocharger-vs-supercharger/73057)
**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbocharger-vs-supercharger/73057 "2012-06-22T22:32:06Z")
Anyone ever installed either a turbocharger or a supercharger? Pros and cons for either installation and performance? Guess I have a little too much time on my hands. Rocketman --- ## [Noise after replacing head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-replacing-head/73153)
**Author:** [@Rol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rol)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/noise-after-replacing-head/73153 "2012-06-22T22:11:08Z")
Just started my 1997 SL2 after replacing the head with a rebuild. Started great but noticed a grinding sound under my timing cain cover for an instant each time I accelerated the engine. I'm guessing that the chain ten… --- ## [2001 Ford Mustang stalling and misfiring at red lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-mustang-stalling-and-misfiring-at-red-lights/73168)
**Author:** [@Caro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caro)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-mustang-stalling-and-misfiring-at-red-lights/73168 "2012-06-22T21:53:04Z")
Hello, I have a 2001 Ford Mustang, V6, 3.8 Liters, automatic transmission, 120,000 miles. Recently, my car has started to stall/misfire at when I come to a full stop at a red light. It feels like the car is going to s… --- ## [83 F150 straight 6 has fire and full but won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/83-f150-straight-6-has-fire-and-full-but-wont-start/72242)
**Author:** [@Josephc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josephc)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/83-f150-straight-6-has-fire-and-full-but-wont-start/72242 "2012-06-22T20:45:21Z")
My friend borrowed my f150 and after a very loud backfire it will not start. It gets a spark, has between 90 and 100 lbs of compression in all cylinders and when cranking around the dampener it appears the rotor is at cy… --- ## [Saab lives to die another day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-lives-to-die-another-day/73033)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saab-lives-to-die-another-day/73033 "2012-06-22T19:41:59Z")
Just like Kenny from SouthPark.. Saab lives to be killed again.. "Those rats" http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/06/13/us-saab-idUSBRE85C0AT20120613 --- ## [Best Way to Have a Wreck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-have-a-wreck/71272)
**Author:** [@terry37128](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terry37128)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-have-a-wreck/71272 "2012-06-22T14:12:11Z")
I posed this question to the Car Talk guys about 8 years ago and I don't know whether it ever was answered. When you are stopped in stop-and-go traffic on a busy road and you look into the rear-view mirror to see a vehic… --- ## [Safe Car Options for a New Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safe-car-options-for-a-new-driver/73150)
**Author:** [@akhan135](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akhan135)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/safe-car-options-for-a-new-driver/73150 "2012-06-22T13:44:07Z")
I need help picking a good safe car for under $3000. I want something that's older but not too old, so '94-'04 would be good. Nothing too big but not a car that's very lightweight. Most important it should be a car made… --- ## [Crown vic keeps overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-vic-keeps-overheating/73142)
**Author:** [@Laurr312](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laurr312)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crown-vic-keeps-overheating/73142 "2012-06-22T13:04:51Z")
HELP!! I'm having a problem with my 92 crown vic overheating the radiator and thermostat have been replaced, the temp gauge never goes near the hot range but the engine gets so hot it shuts down while I'm driving. I am … --- ## [Mechanic damaged, not fixed, my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-damaged-not-fixed-my-car/72764)
**Author:** [@Chigirl1964](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chigirl1964)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 8:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-damaged-not-fixed-my-car/72764 "2012-06-22T08:30:57Z")
Good Morning All I have a 2005 Murano. 88K Back in Feb I had my front L/R wheel bearings, CV joints and brakes replaced (I had front end noise and I know "time to replace the brake noise" very well). When I went to… --- ## [OOF Da 5 inches of rain, stepped into the little boat to bail it out and it sunk along with motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oof-da-5-inches-of-rain-stepped-into-the-little-boat-to-bail-it-out-and-it-sunk-along-with-motor/73151)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oof-da-5-inches-of-rain-stepped-into-the-little-boat-to-bail-it-out-and-it-sunk-along-with-motor/73151 "2012-06-22T06:21:52Z")
So I pulled the motor off as soon as I could, turned it upside down on the dock, thinking of pulling the plug, fogging oil, I know this is not a car question, but we love our engines. So advisze me please. 1072 Johnson 7… --- ## [Engine noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise/73162)
**Author:** [@Shelly\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelly_B)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise/73162 "2012-06-22T03:55:50Z")
For several months now I get a very loud rumble noise under the hood that sort of sounds like a diesel engine. The truck starts up just fine and runs perfectly. It only happens when I come to a stop or slow down a lot, l… --- ## [Question about Struts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-struts/73152)
**Author:** [@jules76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jules76)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-struts/73152 "2012-06-22T03:32:49Z")
Hello, Just curious about strut replacement, do I need to replace both the front and back or can I just replace the front if the back seems ok. Also do they need to do some kind of wheel balancing on the car after inst… --- ## [Transmission issues with my high mileage 03 Sonata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues-with-my-high-mileage-03-sonata/73159)
**Author:** [@Anzo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anzo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-issues-with-my-high-mileage-03-sonata/73159 "2012-06-22T03:03:52Z")
4 cylinder Sonata with 177k miles on it. When I first get in the car and drive away the transmission doesn't want to shift up. I have a manu matic type shifter so I usually just shift up as the RPMS reach the normal shif… --- ## [What's the worst car you ever owned, "foreign" or "domestic?"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-worst-car-you-ever-owned-foreign-or-domestic/73121)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-worst-car-you-ever-owned-foreign-or-domestic/73121 "2012-06-22T00:49:13Z")
We've recently had a discussion about the most reliable "domestic" car (although oddly, that definition includes Chrysler - don't ask me why). We've also had a discussion about the least reliable foreign car. I'd like … --- ## [1990 Toyota 4Runner not starting when it is hot outside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-4runner-not-starting-when-it-is-hot-outside/73157)
**Author:** [@Trainman37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trainman37)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-4runner-not-starting-when-it-is-hot-outside/73157 "2012-06-22T00:20:23Z")
I've got a friend with a 1990 Toyota 4Runner Manual transmission with ~170k miles on the clock. He's been having an issue for quite some time that he hasn't been able to be resolved. Basically he's got an issue with the … --- ## [Ford first to support bill banning handheld phones while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-first-to-support-bill-banning-handheld-phones-while-driving/66211)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2012, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-first-to-support-bill-banning-handheld-phones-while-driving/66211 "2012-06-22T00:06:13Z")
We're on the verge of having a nationwide ban on using handheld cell phones while driving, and Ford is the first automaker to stand behind the cause. According to The Detroit Free Press, Ford's vice president of governme… --- ## [Air Bag longevity](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-longevity/73077)
**Author:** [@redM5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redM5)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-longevity/73077 "2012-06-21T23:20:32Z")
I'm shopping for a low-miles, 8 to 10-year-old Acura, Lexus, BMW or similar. Assuming there are no related tech buletins on a specific car, is there any general issue with the reliability of air bags of that age? Parti… --- ## ["Don't change thExpedition spark plugs yourself!" Why not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-change-thexpedition-spark-plugs-yourself-why-not/73136)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-change-thexpedition-spark-plugs-yourself-why-not/73136 "2012-06-21T22:01:49Z")
2008 Expedition is running fine, 20 mpg!, but is past due to have the spark plugs changed. I have always done the spark plugs on all of my vehicles. Why not this one? Thank you. --- ## [Is mechanic at fault for broken clock spring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-mechanic-at-fault-for-broken-clock-spring/73137)
**Author:** [@browardlocal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/browardlocal)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-mechanic-at-fault-for-broken-clock-spring/73137 "2012-06-21T21:12:38Z")
I was driving home and suddenly my car seized with a very loud metal-y sound and lost steering control. When I got out of the car, my front driver’s side tire was perpendicular to the car (and the rest of the tires) and… --- ## [Headlights not working after accident](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-not-working-after-accident/73156)
**Author:** [@CTRUGBY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CTRUGBY)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-not-working-after-accident/73156 "2012-06-21T20:23:04Z")
Hi, I have a 2005 Pontiac Grand Am and the headlights stopped working after a minor accident. The car rear-ended a truck at about 5 to 10 mph.There was no damage to the truck. The only visible damage to the car is a crin… --- ## [Car recommendations for cheap guy moving to LA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-recommendations-for-cheap-guy-moving-to-la/72976)
**Author:** [@doogiehowsah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doogiehowsah)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 7:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-recommendations-for-cheap-guy-moving-to-la/72976 "2012-06-21T19:21:44Z")
Hi. I'm a pretentious car-free San Francisco guy who's going to be moving to LA for a couple months (3 at least) and really need a car. (Also I kind of want one for when I come back). I've only owned motorcycles (or rode… --- ## [Dodge dakota sounds like its starving for oil on every startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-dakota-sounds-like-its-starving-for-oil-on-every-startup/72592)
**Author:** [@friedo82](https://community.cartalk.com/u/friedo82)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-dakota-sounds-like-its-starving-for-oil-on-every-startup/72592 "2012-06-21T17:28:35Z")
2004 dodge dakota 4.7 V8 228,000 miles I just bought this truck for $500 as a project to play around with. It was sitting for 2 years never started or driven because it needed work. Needs tires, brakes, and ball j… --- ## [Car lining damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lining-damage/73147)
**Author:** [@acotest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acotest)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 9:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-lining-damage/73147 "2012-06-21T09:09:14Z")
I had some damage to the plastic lining beneath the front of my car and in the wheel well. I would leave it alone, and the mechanic doesn't see it as a big deal, but I'm concerned about road salt (I'm in PA and take the … --- ## [2004 Civic starts then dies after being filled up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-civic-starts-then-dies-after-being-filled-up/73149)
**Author:** [@eethando1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eethando1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 6:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-civic-starts-then-dies-after-being-filled-up/73149 "2012-06-21T06:45:40Z")
Right after i filled the gas tank, the car will start for a few seconds and shortly die afterwards. Could it possibly be the purge control solenoid? Right now i'm completely lost, so please help. --- ## [2012 Subaru Legacy 2.5i Premium oil change interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-legacy-2-5i-premium-oil-change-interval/73120)
**Author:** [@subaruerin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/subaruerin)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-legacy-2-5i-premium-oil-change-interval/73120 "2012-06-21T05:37:58Z")
So, my dealer insists the oil be changed every 2500-3000 miles. That can't be right, right? Please tell me if I can change it less frequently. It is important to note I have put nearly 12,000 miles on the car in 8 mon… --- ## [Most important maintenance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-important-maintenance/73126)
**Author:** [@strongbadia5000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/strongbadia5000)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/most-important-maintenance/73126 "2012-06-21T03:20:43Z")
Hello, I have a 03 Maxima with about 125,000 miles. I have had the transmission fluid changed around 60,000 and 1 of the spark plugs replaced when it started going bad. I was wondering what preventative maintenance would… --- ## [Puzzler answer for 6/16/12](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-answer-for-6-16-12/73104)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-answer-for-6-16-12/73104 "2012-06-21T02:20:15Z")
The answer they gave is another bogus one. When was the last time you saw a DOOR JAMB STICKER applied by an oil change place? I see dozens of cars weekly. IF they have ever had a "professional" oil change, the siticker… --- ## [Transmission Repair Questions on a Toyota Sienna](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repair-questions-on-a-toyota-sienna/73027)
**Author:** [@miska5298](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miska5298)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2012, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repair-questions-on-a-toyota-sienna/73027 "2012-06-21T01:39:20Z")
05 Toyota Sienna, Auto, 153k. After some neglect I got the 120k tune up in April. They did a transmission serv and flush with it and they informed me how dirty and bad it was that they had to flush 4-5 times. Right… --- ## [Chirping Sentra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-sentra/73141)
**Author:** [@izodmartin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/izodmartin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2012, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-sentra/73141 "2012-06-20T23:01:06Z")
I recently purchased a 1999 Nissan Sentra with 189K on it. The car runs great and the AC ran ice cold. The porblem was when the AC turns on a very loud noise is heard it sounds like a million crickets chirping. I took … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1993) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1995)