# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=235 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 236 --- ## [Car radio white noise when not connedted to channel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio-white-noise-when-not-connedted-to-channel/185380)
**Author:** [@NotGrendizer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NotGrendizer)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-radio-white-noise-when-not-connedted-to-channel/185380 "2022-07-21T19:04:25Z")
Why does my car radio make a white noise when not connected to a FM channel? Can I disable this sound? It has sound like this White Noise - YouTube --- ## [2015 Nissan Versa - Headlights burn out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-versa-headlights-burn-out/185345)
**Author:** [@Rev.WilliamPlocar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rev.WilliamPlocar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-versa-headlights-burn-out/185345 "2022-07-21T18:36:44Z")
Head lights keep burning out monthly. --- ## [AC in 2014 Ford Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-in-2014-ford-explorer/185385)
**Author:** [@Geoff-Price](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Geoff-Price)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 4:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-in-2014-ford-explorer/185385 "2022-07-21T16:48:48Z")
I recently purchased a 2014 Ford Explorer with 107000 miles. The dealer that I bought it from claims that they replaced the AC compressor and recharged it. It does get somewhat cold, especially if it is sitting and idlin… --- ## [2013 Honda Accord is Jerking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-is-jerking/84346)
**Author:** [@Betsdancer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Betsdancer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-is-jerking/84346 "2022-07-21T13:40:33Z")
2013 Accord Touring, automatic. I bought it brand new last January from the dealer. Two months ago, I went to parallel park and the entire car started violently jerking. It's done it several times since then and here's w… --- ## [2023 Mazda RX-7 - Seeking a project car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-mazda-rx-7-seeking-a-project-car/185340)
**Author:** [@blackichan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blackichan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-mazda-rx-7-seeking-a-project-car/185340 "2022-07-21T01:37:10Z")
if anyone has a car (THEY DONT WANT) if its totalled or broken it doesnt matter, Im a 16 year old car person with a dream, and i want to work on cars, so this is my attempt on a first project car. --- ## [2015 Lincoln MKS - Screen too dark](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-mks-screen-too-dark/185355)
**Author:** [@tomdev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomdev)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-mks-screen-too-dark/185355 "2022-07-21T00:58:01Z")
mylincolntouch screen is too dark even with daylight and max bright manual selected --- ## [Toyota Corrola Troubled Start, stalling when in drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corrola-troubled-start-stalling-when-in-drive/185374)
**Author:** [@Tchurchill123\_181626](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tchurchill123_181626)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-corrola-troubled-start-stalling-when-in-drive/185374 "2022-07-21T00:55:51Z")
Hi, Toyota Corrola 2009 S type 1.8 L Issue: Car turns over but won’t start. If I can get it to start, it will stall out at every stop, when I place in neutral this sometimes prevents the stall out. Replaced Coils, che… --- ## [Bumper repair after aftermarket splitter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-repair-after-aftermarket-splitter/185377)
**Author:** [@Gecford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gecford)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-repair-after-aftermarket-splitter/185377 "2022-07-21T00:48:12Z")
Hello, My car has a aftermarket body kit fitted consisting of Skirts, rear valance and front splitter. I noticed that the front splitter has been misaligned when fitted. After further inspection I discovered that the h… --- ## [Car tire losing pressure after tire rotation? Very confused](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-tire-losing-pressure-after-tire-rotation-very-confused/185045)
**Author:** [@izzy\_pro\_2022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/izzy_pro_2022)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2022, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-tire-losing-pressure-after-tire-rotation-very-confused/185045 "2022-07-21T00:21:10Z")
Hello all! I have been having this problem for a while now. Everytime I have tire rotation done, the tire on the back/driver side always seem to lose air pressure slowly over a few days. Usually within a week I lose abo… --- ## [2014 Ford Escape - Electrical gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-electrical-gremlins/185246)
**Author:** [@cindybuchanan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cindybuchanan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2022, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-electrical-gremlins/185246 "2022-07-20T17:58:49Z")
stopped. when return to vehicle, use remote access to open driver door. insert key in ignition and total electrical shutdown. open hood. inspect battery, find nothing loose or wrong. try remote access again and works… --- ## [Audi A7 questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a7-questions/185170)
**Author:** [@breyerellison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breyerellison)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2022, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-a7-questions/185170 "2022-07-20T17:57:20Z")
Hi I’m 18 years old and work a lot as-well as having a love for Audi’s especially A7s I would love to buy a 2012 A7 off a auction site like Copart with just scratches and dents but was wondering if an A7 with around 130,… --- ## [Hyundai Elantra intermittent starting problem (new starter)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-intermittent-starting-problem-new-starter/185293)
**Author:** [@njo\_181577](https://community.cartalk.com/u/njo_181577)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2022, 11:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-elantra-intermittent-starting-problem-new-starter/185293 "2022-07-20T11:09:43Z")
Hi, I have a 14’ Hyundai Elantra that has had starting problems. Typically, I would just shake the car and it would then start up, but a few months ago, the starter went out completely. I had it replaced with a new start… --- ## [Does a shorter serpentine belt actually useful?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-shorter-serpentine-belt-actually-useful/185336)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2022, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-a-shorter-serpentine-belt-actually-useful/185336 "2022-07-20T01:54:26Z")
I have a Audio setup in my car, since my belt is worn and needs replacing someone recommended me to go with a shorter belt to help with the dimming and to help with power. (at idle or car stopped etc) However, another p… --- ## [Mazda 626 coolant leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-626-coolant-leak/185342)
**Author:** [@yasmine.lee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yasmine.lee)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-626-coolant-leak/185342 "2022-07-19T18:39:38Z")
Heya, Popped 1ltr of coolant into my radiator along with a lot of water and topped it up about two months ago. Was all great until I noticed my temp gauge rising slightly, went to check the coolant and it was almost emp… --- ## [2011 Ford Edge - Grinding sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-grinding-sound/185306)
**Author:** [@MB38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MB38)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-grinding-sound/185306 "2022-07-19T18:07:44Z")
When I turn right, why does my SUV have a grinding sound? --- ## [2013 Ford Fusion Energi - resurfacing rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fusion-energi-resurfacing-rims/185338)
**Author:** [@ProfessorKelly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ProfessorKelly)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fusion-energi-resurfacing-rims/185338 "2022-07-19T14:47:32Z")
Is it safe to resurface rims rather than replace them when the damaged rims are causing repeated tire leaks? I was about to have this repair done when I read that there aren’t federally regulated standards for this work,… --- ## [2004 Hyundai Santa Fe nightmare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-santa-fe-nightmare/185330)
**Author:** [@Spierce403](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spierce403)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-santa-fe-nightmare/185330 "2022-07-19T13:04:36Z")
I think the odometer has rolled over but I don’t know how many miles b4 it rolls over I purchased it in April and it’s been a nightmare ever since power steering issues converter problem I can’t get it to even pass inspe… --- ## [Mechanical issues and car model for fictional story set in France late 30's](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-issues-and-car-model-for-fictional-story-set-in-france-late-30s/185178)
**Author:** [@HadrienF](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HadrienF)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-issues-and-car-model-for-fictional-story-set-in-france-late-30s/185178 "2022-07-19T12:25:47Z")
Hi everyone, This is my first time here and I hope you don’t mind asking your help for a script I am writing. I have very little knowledge of cars and mechanics and I would hope to find someone passionate for cars withi… --- ## [Looking for the fastest cars for under 12k](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-the-fastest-cars-for-under-12k/185134)
**Author:** [@Taylanbagwellenzo\_181449](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taylanbagwellenzo_181449)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 5:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-the-fastest-cars-for-under-12k/185134 "2022-07-19T05:58:41Z")
Looking for the fastest car for under around 12k and I am having no luck finding anything. Thanks any ideas help. --- ## [Quick struts vs. re-use original springs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-struts-vs-re-use-original-springs/185319)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-struts-vs-re-use-original-springs/185319 "2022-07-19T04:44:12Z")
I’ve heard a rationale for re-using the original coil springs when replacing front struts. The claim made was that new springs would be stiffer than the tired old ones, thus slightly raising the front of the car compared… --- ## [4-cylinder 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-cylinder-2016-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/185316)
**Author:** [@brucewbain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brucewbain)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4-cylinder-2016-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/185316 "2022-07-19T01:59:59Z")
are the 4 cyl cars okay? --- ## [2017 Ford Explorer - Fix brought more issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-fix-brought-more-issues/184582)
**Author:** [@ERICHANDERSON](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ERICHANDERSON)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2022, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-fix-brought-more-issues/184582 "2022-07-19T00:50:32Z")
I just had the rear suspension toe-in replaced as issued by a recall from Ford, they “re-aligned” the rear wheels. NOW, when I drive between 55 - 63 mph I get a very heavy vibration in the steering wheel and seat. Not al… --- ## [Squeaking noise on cold start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-on-cold-start/185297)
**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-noise-on-cold-start/185297 "2022-07-18T23:22:56Z")
Why does my car make a squeaking/squealing noise when I pull out of my garage on a cold start? I only really seem to hear it when I turn on the AC and press the brakes when driving forward or in reverse. I think it hap… --- ## [Corolla 2012 makes sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-2012-makes-sound/185307)
**Author:** [@yasirilyas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yasirilyas)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corolla-2012-makes-sound/185307 "2022-07-18T23:20:00Z")
Corolla 2012 Miles 94k No engine lights or warnings and no known issues Except When i slow down and then press gas pedal to speed up makes a sound Crrrr Crrr comes from around the driver side. Also the sound comes wh… --- ## [Stellantis exits from its China venture](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stellantis-exits-from-its-china-venture/185322)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stellantis-exits-from-its-china-venture/185322 "2022-07-18T17:20:45Z")
I read elsewhere that Jeep sales in China amounted to only 1% of the total new car sales in that country, so this isn’t really a major setback for them. https://www.autonews.com/china/stellantis-terminates-jeep-joint-ve… --- ## [Disconnecting the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disconnecting-the-battery/185314)
**Author:** [@Carkyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carkyle)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2022, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/disconnecting-the-battery/185314 "2022-07-18T02:16:04Z")
This might sound simple but im still unsure about it, I have a Mondeo MK4 and the battery is getting drained by the radio and instrument panel but until i can get it fixed i thought a temporary solution would be to just … --- ## [Question about rotten egg smell (safety)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-rotten-egg-smell-safety/185290)
**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2022, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-rotten-egg-smell-safety/185290 "2022-07-17T22:33:14Z")
If I have a rotten egg smell coming from my car that I think is being caused by a bad battery, transmission oil, catalyst converter or fuel pump I read online as being culprits …but had my battery and transmission oil ch… --- ## [A little EV problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-ev-problem/185098)
**Author:** [@Mustangman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mustangman)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2022, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-ev-problem/185098 "2022-07-17T15:28:02Z")
Electric police cars and vans run smack dab into EV reality. --- ## [2023 Volvo S40 - What fob battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-volvo-s40-what-fob-battery/185265)
**Author:** [@LolaHaney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LolaHaney)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2022, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-volvo-s40-what-fob-battery/185265 "2022-07-17T05:23:53Z")
What kind of battery does my key fob need? --- ## [Short drive to shop after struts replaced?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/short-drive-to-shop-after-struts-replaced/185295)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2022, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/short-drive-to-shop-after-struts-replaced/185295 "2022-07-17T03:58:57Z")
After replacing front struts, alignment is essential. As long as everything is put back together properly, is the only downside that steering might be a little strange, making freeway speeds a bit less safe? Or would e… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=234) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=236)