# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=246 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 247 --- ## [2008 Ford Focus - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-focus-cel/184521)
**Author:** [@VernonHCanter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VernonHCanter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-focus-cel/184521 "2022-06-07T23:04:22Z")
chek engine light stays on ,but drives fine. Good gas mileage , and runs normal temp. --- ## [If you own an older ML or GL Mercedes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-an-older-ml-or-gl-mercedes/184547)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-an-older-ml-or-gl-mercedes/184547 "2022-06-07T19:12:08Z")
… it might be included in this massive recall: --- ## [19 inch tires in snow](https://community.cartalk.com/t/19-inch-tires-in-snow/184510)
**Author:** [@ttran7700](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ttran7700)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/19-inch-tires-in-snow/184510 "2022-06-07T18:01:35Z")
I was thinking about getting the Accord with the 2.0 turbo but noticed it comes with 19 inch tires. I know bigger tires are worse in snow but is it that bad? Can I drive in harsh New England winter with all seasons 19 … --- ## [2008 BMW 328 - Electrical issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-328-electrical-issues/184532)
**Author:** [@19753](https://community.cartalk.com/u/19753)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 5:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-bmw-328-electrical-issues/184532 "2022-06-07T17:22:23Z")
car doesnt open turn on any light no switch nothing put a ne battery and nothing. --- ## [Brake Stuck - Can't Move Forward](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-stuck-cant-move-forward/184453)
**Author:** [@edwinkim777\_181030](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edwinkim777_181030)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2022, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-stuck-cant-move-forward/184453 "2022-06-07T12:30:23Z")
I was sick for a while so my car was just lying in the driveway for about a month and a half. Today, I tried to drive my car for the first time. It looks like the brake is stuck. :frowning: I put the car in Drive, Ne… --- ## [Excessive "brake dust" on one wheel cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-brake-dust-on-one-wheel-cover/184123)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-brake-dust-on-one-wheel-cover/184123 "2022-06-06T23:43:46Z")
The right front wheel cover recently has been accumulating what I assume is brake dust grunge about twice as much as the other three wheels. I’ve run the car through a good wash several times so know that this is a repe… --- ## [Just bought a Ford and noticed this in the service invoice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-a-ford-and-noticed-this-in-the-service-invoice/184502)
**Author:** [@stevenstrong2839\_181065](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevenstrong2839_181065)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-a-ford-and-noticed-this-in-the-service-invoice/184502 "2022-06-06T21:23:20Z")
Hi I just bought a 2014 1.25 petrol Ford Fiesta 4 cylinder engine. 45,000 miles I went through the service history book and along with that it had an invoice from 2021 where it had a big service and what they did exact… --- ## [2012 Nissan Altima AC clutch issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-altima-ac-clutch-issues/184492)
**Author:** [@Altima12base](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Altima12base)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-altima-ac-clutch-issues/184492 "2022-06-06T19:47:13Z")
Air conditioning clutch --- ## [2007 GMC Yukon XL Starting Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-xl-starting-issues/184495)
**Author:** [@saintbernard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saintbernard)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-gmc-yukon-xl-starting-issues/184495 "2022-06-06T17:40:17Z")
Hello, everyone! I recently bought a used 2007 GMC Yukon XL. The truck is in generally good condition but there are a few issues. (I am hoping they won’t be too expensive to fix!) Right now, I am finding a starting i… --- ## [Is it OK to overfill your oil by a little bit? If so how much?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-ok-to-overfill-your-oil-by-a-little-bit-if-so-how-much/184476)
**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-ok-to-overfill-your-oil-by-a-little-bit-if-so-how-much/184476 "2022-06-06T17:36:40Z")
The title says it… is there a margin of safety built into oil systems such that overfilling a little isn’t necessarily bad? If so how much is it OK to overfill by? Does it vary from car to car? Thanks! --- ## [Broke jobless with car troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-jobless-with-car-troubles/184483)
**Author:** [@Thekane12\_181054](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thekane12_181054)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-jobless-with-car-troubles/184483 "2022-06-06T15:24:49Z")
Hey there, I got an opel vectra 2003 1,8 V that i bought used for cheap last year. I live in denmark and car repairs are really expensive here. Around 6 months ago the car stopped running i took it to the mechanic and… --- ## ["Electric Parking Brake Malfunction" "Vi$it your dea£er"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-parking-brake-malfunction-vi-it-your-dea-er/184311)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-parking-brake-malfunction-vi-it-your-dea-er/184311 "2022-06-06T06:52:15Z")
2016 RX350 rear brake squealerstarted sounding. Installed new rear brake pads. Could not push the brake caliper pistons in because thelectric parking brake motors had moved out compensating for the thinning brake pads. … --- ## [My options after buying a troubled high mileage Toyota Rav 4?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-options-after-buying-a-troubled-high-mileage-toyota-rav-4/184368)
**Author:** [@ShaneinTX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShaneinTX)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2022, 5:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-options-after-buying-a-troubled-high-mileage-toyota-rav-4/184368 "2022-06-06T05:49:04Z")
I bought a 2008 Toyota Rav 4 with about 175,000 miles in Texas from a dealership that sells new and used cars. I bought this vehicle on an “as is basis” with no warranty. The car was inspected by an independent garage be… --- ## [08 Expedition 5.4 L fuel pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-expedition-5-4-l-fuel-pressure/90998)
**Author:** [@al78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al78)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-expedition-5-4-l-fuel-pressure/90998 "2022-06-05T21:57:17Z")
I have a 08 Ford Expedition with a 5.4 L engine. Recently I changed all spark plugs and the fuel filter and now the engine is not running smooth. I had the fuel pressure checked and is 60 before start and 70 while idle. … --- ## [Has anyone here listened to the recent podcasts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-here-listened-to-the-recent-podcasts/179788)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-here-listened-to-the-recent-podcasts/179788 "2022-06-05T21:46:01Z")
Starting this month (October 2021) the podcasts are from show tapings many years ago. I’m not sure how far they go back. I haven’t had a chance to listen to either yet, but I’m especially looking forward to the fir… --- ## [How to fix these tiny paint chips front bumper?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-fix-these-tiny-paint-chips-front-bumper/184486)
**Author:** [@joe.zanette\_181055](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joe.zanette_181055)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2022, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-fix-these-tiny-paint-chips-front-bumper/184486 "2022-06-05T00:15:34Z")
It looks like some paint chips due to highway driving. Probably small dirt/rocks/salt from the road hitting the front of the car. You can feel they are indented a little in the paint and came off. Any idea good options … --- ## [Intermitent noise when driving uphil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitent-noise-when-driving-uphil/91175)
**Author:** [@al78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al78)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermitent-noise-when-driving-uphil/91175 "2022-06-04T22:59:03Z")
I drive a 2008 Ford Expedition and every time I go on long trips after a while on the road the car starts making this grinding noise when driving uphill. As soon as i take my foot of the gas it stops. It has never done i… --- ## [2005 Dodge Ram 1500 - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-clunks/184422)
**Author:** [@DW29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DW29)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-clunks/184422 "2022-06-04T22:41:33Z")
2005 Ram Hemi… Intermittent problem…Driving usually up very slight upgrade, ther e tis a clunk clunk fell through accelerator pedal… if pedal pushed, engine revs and goes through problem… recently, when problem occurs… --- ## [1933 rear differential development video](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1933-rear-differential-development-video/184473)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1933-rear-differential-development-video/184473 "2022-06-04T22:30:49Z")
In case you are interested. Redirecting... --- ## [Coolant Check Level - Dashboard](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-check-level-dashboard/184488)
**Author:** [@matbass1994\_179540](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matbass1994_179540)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-check-level-dashboard/184488 "2022-06-04T22:30:08Z")
I drive a 2005 Mercedes CLK (I know, it’s old before someone tells me! Haha) and a few days ago “Coolant Check Level” popped up on the dashboard. So I topped it up with coolant only the message still hasn’t disappeared. … --- ## [Looking for CV axle rebuilders in the West cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-cv-axle-rebuilders-in-the-west-cost/184418)
**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-cv-axle-rebuilders-in-the-west-cost/184418 "2022-06-04T21:04:11Z")
I searched online and ebay - could not find cv axle re builders in the area. Wondering if any of you might point me in the right direction? --- ## [Manual swap, what do i need? worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-swap-what-do-i-need-worth-it/184460)
**Author:** [@santos.orenga\_180962](https://community.cartalk.com/u/santos.orenga_180962)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/manual-swap-what-do-i-need-worth-it/184460 "2022-06-04T01:32:53Z")
hey, so I own a 2006 ford mustang, my transmission broke a few days ago and i was wondering how much work was needed to do a manual swap. Since i have to get a new transmission i was wondering if it was worth ordering a … --- ## [Secret squirrel, reckless driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secret-squirrel-reckless-driving/184390)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2022, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/secret-squirrel-reckless-driving/184390 "2022-06-04T01:04:52Z")
--- ## [Coolant level concern](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-level-concern/184459)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-level-concern/184459 "2022-06-03T22:44:54Z")
Hello guys. I brought my car in to Toyota for them to check the coolant level. Someone popped the hood open, looked, then said it looked fine. But to me it doesn’t look fine. I’ve never seen the coolant so lo… --- ## [Ratcheting Adapter for Braker Bar Recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ratcheting-adapter-for-braker-bar-recommendations/184384)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ratcheting-adapter-for-braker-bar-recommendations/184384 "2022-06-03T22:02:49Z")
Hello friends. I was hoping to use a ratcheting adapter with braker bar so I could use it as a ratchet. I tried the following item. It didn’t even last one day for removing nuts for tires. It binded up and no longer … --- ## [How Much Can You Save on Gas with EVs, Plug-ins, and Hybrid Vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-can-you-save-on-gas-with-evs-plug-ins-and-hybrid-vehicles/184468)
**Author:** [@Car\_Talk\_Social\_Media\_Web\_Lackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Car_Talk_Social_Media_Web_Lackey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-can-you-save-on-gas-with-evs-plug-ins-and-hybrid-vehicles/184468 "2022-06-03T22:02:29Z")
Hello, is this thing on? This is Meegan, the Web Lackey who fumbles around with Car Talk social media. If you have an EV, Plug-in, or Hybrid, we’ll love to hear about your experience. Here’s something John published in … --- ## [2022 Toyota Camry - Vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-toyota-camry-vibrates/184464)
**Author:** [@helenakarpierz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helenakarpierz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-toyota-camry-vibrates/184464 "2022-06-03T21:44:32Z")
when car engine is warm and revs are at normal moving off slowly car vibrates front psssenger seat vibrates and steering i have done 1.500 kms toyota dealer cant find out what is wrong car is3 months old please help --- ## [Our car was totaled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/our-car-was-totaled/184404)
**Author:** [@drivetime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drivetime)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/our-car-was-totaled/184404 "2022-06-03T19:24:52Z")
What’s up everyone, hope everyone is doing well. We lost our Grandmarquis in a auto accident. We’re pretty heartbroken about it. The car only had 34 thousand miles on it, it was a 1993. We got t boned. Thank God it was a… --- ## [Undiagosable Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagosable-honda-cr-v/184442)
**Author:** [@Donahue.ash93\_181022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donahue.ash93_181022)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagosable-honda-cr-v/184442 "2022-06-03T15:29:01Z")
I purchased an 07 Honda CR-V about a year ago (AWD automatic). It now has 193000 miles and has been maintained very well! It starts up great, but intermittently shakes/jerks/vibrates/misfires… I’m not sure what you would… --- ## [Don't drive your car if the airbag is not working. The load limited seat belt won't save you anymore](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-drive-your-car-if-the-airbag-is-not-working-the-load-limited-seat-belt-wont-save-you-anymore/184445)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2022, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-drive-your-car-if-the-airbag-is-not-working-the-load-limited-seat-belt-wont-save-you-anymore/184445 "2022-06-03T13:09:57Z")
In the NHTSA NCAP #6946 35 MPH crash test with the SRS (including seat belt pretensioner) disabled, the test dummy’s head contacted the steering wheel at 21 MPH. THAT’s TWENTY ONE MILES PER HOUR. THAT’S GETTING CLOSE TO … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=245) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=247)