# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=222 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 223 --- ## [2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Brakes went to floor, now we can't find the issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-c-class-brakes-went-to-floor-now-we-cant-find-the-issue/186207)
**Author:** [@AldeanFabyan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AldeanFabyan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2022, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-c-class-brakes-went-to-floor-now-we-cant-find-the-issue/186207 "2022-09-05T00:16:42Z")
A couple of weeks ago our Granddaughter was driving a 2013 C300 MB on the freeway. When she attempted to slow down the brake pedal went to the floor. A short time later the brakes returned to normal operation. As of tod… --- ## [Cabstar E 110.35 - hum - howling in the cabin](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabstar-e-110-35-hum-howling-in-the-cabin/186185)
**Author:** [@michalmox\_182169](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michalmox_182169)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cabstar-e-110-35-hum-howling-in-the-cabin/186185 "2022-09-04T22:46:39Z")
Hi, I’ll try here as well on your recommendation in the community and maybe we’ll find a solution together. Nissan Cabstar engine BD-30ti year of manufacture 1998. The sound bit like an owl - howling - blowing can be hea… --- ## [4wd Problem k1500 1992 Silverado](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-problem-k1500-1992-silverado/186147)
**Author:** [@krklunk\_182143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/krklunk_182143)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-problem-k1500-1992-silverado/186147 "2022-09-04T22:41:16Z")
Hey everyone, I have a 5.7ltr 92 Chevy truck with 4wd that wants to try and engage the 4wd actuator if I hit bumps. You can hear the actuator followed by the gear grind sound. This is happening while the 4wd shifter is i… --- ## [RPM fluctuations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-fluctuations/186174)
**Author:** [@Slayer92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Slayer92)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-fluctuations/186174 "2022-09-04T22:08:43Z")
Hello, I am trying to find a solution to my rpm fluctuations at idle and also to my bad injector corrections. Concerning the first problem, my rpm needle fluctuates with 50rpms for about 10 seconds when I start the car… --- ## [2009 Chrysler Sebring - Heat related issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-sebring-heat-related-issues/186192)
**Author:** [@SusanBCook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanBCook)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-sebring-heat-related-issues/186192 "2022-09-04T19:24:28Z")
paint and gaskets are failing to the heat. Also I am hearing a clattering noise when it is running. --- ## [2003 Lexus GX 470 - Air suspension issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lexus-gx-470-air-suspension-issues/186184)
**Author:** [@Amedeo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amedeo)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lexus-gx-470-air-suspension-issues/186184 "2022-09-04T18:47:37Z")
2003 GX470 with 195K. I have replaced air compressor (new not remanf), 2 air bags and both height sensors. Shocks have NOT been replaced. One shock is leaking. The pump comes on yet bags do not fill. Removed small hose t… --- ## [I need help diagnosing a problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-diagnosing-a-problem/186176)
**Author:** [@Vegasborn1971\_182165](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vegasborn1971_182165)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-help-diagnosing-a-problem/186176 "2022-09-04T04:33:07Z")
I have a 2001 GMC Yukon and I have a problem. When I turn the key, nothing happens. No noise whatsoever. All the power locks, lights, power windows are strong. I tried jumping it and that didn’t work. I figured it migh… --- ## [2021 Tesla Model 3 - Screen spaz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-tesla-model-3-screen-spaz/186128)
**Author:** [@Eric28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eric28)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2022, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-tesla-model-3-screen-spaz/186128 "2022-09-04T03:05:20Z")
The screen on the Tesla began ‘spazzing’ randomly tapping and selecting different things with no order. After a while the Tesla died, but now no matter what I try to jump (the 12v battery or the primary battery under the… --- ## [Best way to paint and feather part of a metal fender](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-paint-and-feather-part-of-a-metal-fender/186198)
**Author:** [@us1863\_182074](https://community.cartalk.com/u/us1863_182074)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-paint-and-feather-part-of-a-metal-fender/186198 "2022-09-03T22:19:33Z")
What is the best way to paint the down-to-metal scrapes shown in the photo? (I am not taking out the dents) Mask off and paint just the lower section where the scrapes are or paint the entire fender? Masking will leav… --- ## [Stripped thread on injector need to be pulled out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stripped-thread-on-injector-need-to-be-pulled-out/186170)
**Author:** [@Renski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Renski)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stripped-thread-on-injector-need-to-be-pulled-out/186170 "2022-09-03T21:16:55Z")
Hi there, I’m trying to remove an injector that has a stripped thread, due to an incorrect removal method. The strip was measured to 1mm, the withdraw tool can screw in all the way but it slips off when pressure is appl… --- ## [Hyundai Sonata Improved MPG after reset](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-sonata-improved-mpg-after-reset/186195)
**Author:** [@petecutter10\_182181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/petecutter10_182181)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-sonata-improved-mpg-after-reset/186195 "2022-09-03T20:31:58Z")
Recently had some work done on my car that required the exhaust control to be reset. MPG went up about 10 MPG, car ran smoother, there has also been a clicking or ticking noise I hear at low speeds that disappeared. Th… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Colorado - Speakers quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-colorado-speakers-quit/186179)
**Author:** [@moe42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moe42)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-colorado-speakers-quit/186179 "2022-09-03T20:13:36Z")
radio speakers not working --- ## [Spark plug threaded section sheared, left in head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-threaded-section-sheared-left-in-head/186065)
**Author:** [@sestivers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sestivers)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-threaded-section-sheared-left-in-head/186065 "2022-09-03T18:29:58Z")
Buick Lacrosse 2006 with the GM 3800 engine. Told my dad I’d do some work on his hunk-o-junk and the #1 spark plug sheared where the hex flats are connected to the threaded section. Is there any hope of getting the threa… --- ## [2015 Kia Sedona Overheating sporadically](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sedona-overheating-sporadically/177967)
**Author:** [@rainman71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rainman71)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sedona-overheating-sporadically/177967 "2022-09-03T14:46:29Z")
Began sporadically overheating. Temperature would eventually go back down. Checked coolant and it was mostly water - Drained the radiator and added coolant, took less than a gallon Continued sporadic problems Replaced … --- ## [Can JB Weld structural plastic adhesive be used as body fill?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-jb-weld-structural-plastic-adhesive-be-used-as-body-fill/186171)
**Author:** [@us1863\_182074](https://community.cartalk.com/u/us1863_182074)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-jb-weld-structural-plastic-adhesive-be-used-as-body-fill/186171 "2022-09-03T14:31:31Z")
I am repairing a cracked plastic bumper cover. Most of the work is done from the back side using JB Weld structural plastic adhesive and fiberglass drywall seam tape. There are two holes that need to be filled. I used th… --- ## [1970 Chevrolet Malibu Classic - Gear ratio help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevrolet-malibu-classic-gear-ratio-help/186097)
**Author:** [@madhatr925](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madhatr925)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-chevrolet-malibu-classic-gear-ratio-help/186097 "2022-09-03T14:04:22Z")
My chevelle has a 373 gear in the rear end , I run about 3000 rom at 70 miles per hour , would like to get it down to about 2200 rpm at 70 mpm what gear ratio would that be ? --- ## [2012 Land Rover LR4 - Looking for a Land Rover garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-land-rover-lr4-looking-for-a-land-rover-garage/186093)
**Author:** [@michryle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michryle)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-land-rover-lr4-looking-for-a-land-rover-garage/186093 "2022-09-03T01:39:02Z")
Garage that works in land rovers near 48131 (25 mi rad)? --- ## [2001 Pontiac Grand Prix - Water in the oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-grand-prix-water-in-the-oil/186167)
**Author:** [@Kenny21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kenny21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2022, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-pontiac-grand-prix-water-in-the-oil/186167 "2022-09-03T00:33:36Z")
I have a 2001 Grand Prix GT just bought it drove great for 2 weeks then got water in the oil had it diagnosed as a intake manifold and an intake manifold gasket tried some snake oil i e coarse pepper in the radiator to c… --- ## [2016 Subaru Outback - Headrest](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-headrest/186165)
**Author:** [@Marion25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marion25)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-headrest/186165 "2022-09-02T21:39:02Z")
the driver head rest is so uncomfortable if my upper back rests on seat my head is bent forward is there an aftermarket or alternate model year the may be less safe but will be more comfortable? --- ## [2017 Ford C-Max Energi - Battery charge question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-c-max-energi-battery-charge-question/186173)
**Author:** [@Luis49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luis49)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 9:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-c-max-energi-battery-charge-question/186173 "2022-09-02T21:12:49Z")
Energi Battery charge --- ## [Gas purchase credit card mix-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-purchase-credit-card-mix-up/186162)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-purchase-credit-card-mix-up/186162 "2022-09-02T20:25:51Z")
Purchased gasoline last week, pump is the type accepts credit card. Used this station many times, very few problems. But credit card at pump method not working that day. Kiosk staff said pump being serviced, in sp… --- ## [Audi A3 1.6 8V petrol high emissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-1-6-8v-petrol-high-emissions/185851)
**Author:** [@actimelryan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/actimelryan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a3-1-6-8v-petrol-high-emissions/185851 "2022-09-02T19:15:39Z")
Hi, i have high emissions on my A3 1.6 petrol. The lambda is about right but the CO % is too high. I have no fault codes stored in any system. The rear O2 sensor is at a steady 0.7V, which I would expect, but the front … --- ## [What powers pin 16 (+12V) on OBD port?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-powers-pin-16-12v-on-obd-port/186177)
**Author:** [@themadgrenadier\_182103](https://community.cartalk.com/u/themadgrenadier_182103)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-powers-pin-16-12v-on-obd-port/186177 "2022-09-02T14:11:54Z")
I’ve been trying to track down where the OBD port pin 16 gets it’s 12V supply from with no luck. I’m guessing cars can vary, but it seems like something in mine can momentarily disconnect that supply when the car is off… --- ## [F 150 with intermittent problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-150-with-intermittent-problem/185689)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-150-with-intermittent-problem/185689 "2022-09-02T02:33:17Z")
2013 f150, 110k miles, 5.0 liter engine. About a year ago I started the truck one morning and the radio did not come on. The info screen in the center of the instrument panel also went off. Speedometer and tach still wo… --- ## [Insurance is towing my vehicle to a Copart 110 miles away. Is she ever coming back? Should I ask to take her to a local body shop first instead?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-is-towing-my-vehicle-to-a-copart-110-miles-away-is-she-ever-coming-back-should-i-ask-to-take-her-to-a-local-body-shop-first-instead/185925)
**Author:** [@Laureng9977\_150883](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laureng9977_150883)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insurance-is-towing-my-vehicle-to-a-copart-110-miles-away-is-she-ever-coming-back-should-i-ask-to-take-her-to-a-local-body-shop-first-instead/185925 "2022-09-02T01:26:49Z")
2009 Toyota Corolla with 115K miles, in good condition minus a few scratches here and there. I am the only owner and I lover her dearly. Also I don’t make a lot of money and was hoping this car would last a long time. … --- ## [2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee - First a smell, now noise - What's up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-first-a-smell-now-noise-whats-up/186158)
**Author:** [@BOB08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOB08)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-first-a-smell-now-noise-whats-up/186158 "2022-09-02T00:30:04Z")
After a visit to a mechanic to check for a dead rodent smell coming through my air vents, I have noticed an noticeable increase of road noise in the once quiet passenger compartment. What is going on? Thanks! --- ## [Porshe for Cheap!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porshe-for-cheap/186105)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2022, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porshe-for-cheap/186105 "2022-09-02T00:00:39Z")
Recent news reports in SF Bay area, it appears Mr. Pelosi’s wrecked Porsche has been declared totaled by the insurance company, but can still be purchased at auction. Pelosi’s blood alcohol content seems to have bare… --- ## [Charging System Failure in 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix GT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failure-in-2007-pontiac-grand-prix-gt/186125)
**Author:** [@BRANDONORNAH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BRANDONORNAH)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2022, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charging-system-failure-in-2007-pontiac-grand-prix-gt/186125 "2022-09-01T23:58:09Z")
Vehicle: 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix GT 3.8L V6 Supercharged Problem: My 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix GT recently had the alternator fail, I noticed also noticed my serpentine belt was shredding. I replaced the alternator and … --- ## [2014 Infiniti Q50 - Trans issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-infiniti-q50-trans-issues/186160)
**Author:** [@sonny30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sonny30)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2022, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-infiniti-q50-trans-issues/186160 "2022-09-01T22:55:16Z")
2014 Q50 3.7L started acting up after a long 2hr trip, luckily it started as I reach my destination. The car started to lag and wouldn’t shift pass 3rd gear. I then connected a OBD to read for any malfunctions. Turns out… --- ## [Hyundai i20 whistling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-i20-whistling-noise/186134)
**Author:** [@labros2002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/labros2002)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2022, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-i20-whistling-noise/186134 "2022-09-01T22:26:22Z")
I just got a Hyundai I20 2016 hatchback with a 1.1L diesel engine and I noticed that sometimes there’s a whistling sound. It sounds like it’s coming from a rotating part because you hear a whistle then nothing and then … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=221) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=223)