# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=256 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 257 --- ## [Prolonging the life of my Buick Century](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prolonging-the-life-of-my-buick-century/137073)
**Author:** [@AdamLaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AdamLaw)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prolonging-the-life-of-my-buick-century/137073 "2022-04-29T15:03:43Z")
I recently bought a 1999 Buick Century for $1500, thinking I’d drive it for a short while until something better comes along. However I’ve really gotten attached to it and want to keep it running as long as feasible. W… --- ## [Nissan Primera P10 1.6 16V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-primera-p10-1-6-16v/183893)
**Author:** [@Namerock63\_180584](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Namerock63_180584)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-primera-p10-1-6-16v/183893 "2022-04-29T14:36:11Z")
Hi friends, i have a big problem with my 92 P10 carb, i got it from my aunt and she let the car stay for like 10 years, the engine works great because i sprayed starting spray into the carb directly to the engine and the… --- ## [Why is this Infiniti G35 quicker than the Mazda?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-this-infiniti-g35-quicker-than-the-mazda/183846)
**Author:** [@uhjoxcwboxfx\_180549](https://community.cartalk.com/u/uhjoxcwboxfx_180549)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-this-infiniti-g35-quicker-than-the-mazda/183846 "2022-04-29T11:53:44Z")
I have two cars; an Infiniti G35 2011 Coupe, and a 2013 Mazda CX-9 AWD Grand Touring. Despite both cars having similar weights, similar HP, and similar Torque, the G35 is vastly quicker by about 2.5 seconds. There must b… --- ## [Can Dexron II cause decay(rot)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-dexron-ii-cause-decay-rot/183891)
**Author:** [@Shervan360](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shervan360)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 11:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-dexron-ii-cause-decay-rot/183891 "2022-04-29T11:40:52Z")
Hello, While we were changing the hydraulic oil, old oil was spilled on the car body and belts. Can Dexron II cause decay of car body and belts? What should I do? Thanks --- ## [2010 Kia Sportage - Quit running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-sportage-quit-running/183869)
**Author:** [@keith18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith18)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2022, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-sportage-quit-running/183869 "2022-04-29T01:03:54Z")
car lost power then quick running --- ## [Help me build a list of things to check when buying a vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-build-a-list-of-things-to-check-when-buying-a-vehicle/183861)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-build-a-list-of-things-to-check-when-buying-a-vehicle/183861 "2022-04-28T22:47:02Z")
For those of us who want to go in to more detail, plan for the many what ifs, and know the total cost of ownership in the future, I’m starting a list of often overlooked things to check for when buying a used car. Some o… --- ## [2016 Mazda CX-5 — Sirius XM taking over the radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-sirius-xm-taking-over-the-radio/183799)
**Author:** [@KennethHepburnNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KennethHepburnNoble)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-sirius-xm-taking-over-the-radio/183799 "2022-04-28T21:44:20Z")
XM radio hijhacks entire radio/gps system with ads. Have spent 3 hours on the phone with XM to no avail. Dealers are not helpful with this. What to do? How about unplug the satelite receiver? --- ## [Car Repair Insurance TV Commercials](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-insurance-tv-commercials/183704)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair-insurance-tv-commercials/183704 "2022-04-28T20:41:10Z")
Are you folks seeing these too? I don’t think a day goes by where I don’t see one or two. There’s a repair guy who explains that cars fail all the time for all sorts of reasons and who know what part it will be, intak… --- ## [2016 Ford Windstar - Hill start glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-windstar-hill-start-glitch/183831)
**Author:** [@vava40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vava40)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-windstar-hill-start-glitch/183831 "2022-04-28T20:32:16Z")
hill start not available how to clear? ford wildtrack 2016 model --- ## [2016 Hyundai Azera - Sounds gone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-azera-sounds-gone/183752)
**Author:** [@berhanuakg4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berhanuakg4)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 4:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-azera-sounds-gone/183752 "2022-04-28T16:37:58Z")
Hazard sound , turn signal sound and welcoming chime sometimes work and mostly doesnt work --- ## [2021 Ford Explorer—Quality is no longer with ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-ford-explorer-quality-is-no-longer-with-ford/183163)
**Author:** [@pecky110\_180065](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pecky110_180065)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-ford-explorer-quality-is-no-longer-with-ford/183163 "2022-04-28T04:57:22Z")
I purchased a brand new Ford Explorer limited in December. It had 10 miles when I picked it up. Drove it off the lot, got it home to realize it had transmission issues that would make shifting to reverse very slow, and i… --- ## [Pulled auto transmission pan, 100s-1000s of little steel beads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pulled-auto-transmission-pan-100s-1000s-of-little-steel-beads/183810)
**Author:** [@Insideoriginal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Insideoriginal)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pulled-auto-transmission-pan-100s-1000s-of-little-steel-beads/183810 "2022-04-28T03:18:05Z")
02 outback with 160k miles. Pulled transmission pan to do filters. Removed magnet to clean it and found 100s to a couple thousand tiny beads about 1/64 or .3mm. The are all very uniform and magnetic, so I’m guessing s… --- ## [From Quora: What have you discovered cleaning a newly-bought used car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/from-quora-what-have-you-discovered-cleaning-a-newly-bought-used-car/183858)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/from-quora-what-have-you-discovered-cleaning-a-newly-bought-used-car/183858 "2022-04-28T02:05:35Z")
$20 bill. Loose change containing a 1953 dime. --- ## [Question about OBD fault codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-obd-fault-codes/183843)
**Author:** [@031604djm\_180548](https://community.cartalk.com/u/031604djm_180548)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2022, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-obd-fault-codes/183843 "2022-04-28T01:50:06Z")
Just recently bought a used 2011 Mazda 3. I started driving home after buying it, and the CEL came on. I got the codes ran and it had 10 codes that came up. I looked into it and I believe most of the codes aren’t actuall… --- ## [2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Radio glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-grand-cherokee-radio-glitch/183872)
**Author:** [@Anastasiades](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anastasiades)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-jeep-grand-cherokee-radio-glitch/183872 "2022-04-27T23:47:37Z")
radio volume doesn’t goes down stay up --- ## [Blend door actuator 2007 Silverado Classic not the actuator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blend-door-actuator-2007-silverado-classic-not-the-actuator/182988)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blend-door-actuator-2007-silverado-classic-not-the-actuator/182988 "2022-04-27T22:23:18Z")
Last year, I only got heat on the drivers side. I replaced the blend door actuator. While I had the old one out, I did check that the blend doors moved freely and easily. Worked all summer. Now having the same proble… --- ## [Should I fix the paid-off car or buy a new one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-the-paid-off-car-or-buy-a-new-one/182884)
**Author:** [@stacree\_179885](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stacree_179885)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-fix-the-paid-off-car-or-buy-a-new-one/182884 "2022-04-27T21:04:09Z")
Hello all! Just for some clarity, I drive (or drove) a 2011 Nissan Versa with 120,000 miles on it (bought it used from a rental place a few years ago) and am on a very low income. My car is having transmission issues t… --- ## [1994 Buick LeSabre - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-lesabre-wont-start/183826)
**Author:** [@paul2500](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paul2500)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-lesabre-wont-start/183826 "2022-04-27T20:41:57Z")
1994 buick Le sabra hard to start it has spark when start it runs it smooth and strong shut it off it wont start ? --- ## [2013 Kia Optima - Voice recognition is lonely](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-optima-voice-recognition-is-lonely/183839)
**Author:** [@Swkissthis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Swkissthis)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 1:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-kia-optima-voice-recognition-is-lonely/183839 "2022-04-27T01:58:32Z")
The voice recognition in my 2013 Kia Optima keeps coming on by itself, like maybe the button is stuck but it isn’t. It repeatedly comes on saying, “by name or by number.” i can’t even play music because of the constant … --- ## [What are your thoughts on EV Charging Entitlement Syndrome?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-your-thoughts-on-ev-charging-entitlement-syndrome/180280)
**Author:** [@Managing-Editor-Julie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Managing-Editor-Julie)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-your-thoughts-on-ev-charging-entitlement-syndrome/180280 "2022-04-27T19:04:10Z")
EV Charging Entitlement Syndrome… It’s a thing. Thanks to @GorehamJ for this thoughtful, very current piece about the new issue of EV Charging. The more EVs on the road, the more this issue will present itself. Has anyo… --- ## [Low mileage high headache](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-high-headache/183679)
**Author:** [@Dapp21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dapp21)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-mileage-high-headache/183679 "2022-04-27T15:28:23Z")
Hey all I really need some other options.i got a 04 civic with 7400.miles that’s right not even 8000 miles yet and in good cosmetic condition. I thought it would be a good deal. But it seems like hell on wheels. I had i… --- ## [2002 Mazda Protege5 - After I drilled out the lock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mazda-protege5-after-i-drilled-out-the-lock/183854)
**Author:** [@jefflane.lane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jefflane.lane)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mazda-protege5-after-i-drilled-out-the-lock/183854 "2022-04-27T14:15:08Z")
i lost my keys 3 days after buying 02 protege 5 manual trans. im no mechanic when i drilled and taped the ignition took cylinder out struck a screwdriver inti it and nothing. after ABOUT 3 HRS IT FINALLY STARTED NOT SUR… --- ## [Loss of warranty information at parts stores?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-warranty-information-at-parts-stores/183358)
**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-warranty-information-at-parts-stores/183358 "2022-04-27T12:30:04Z")
Part of this is my fault in putting faith in computers and their operators and not keeping paper receipts. Most of the time the cheap paper receipts fade by the time I need them anyway but I am thinking I should start s… --- ## [Dealership or Garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-or-garage/183820)
**Author:** [@bctice1990\_180531](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bctice1990_180531)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealership-or-garage/183820 "2022-04-27T06:09:08Z")
So I bought a car from a used dealership and when I purchased it they told me that they put on new catalytic converter. So driving it home and the check engine light comes on I call the dealership and they said to take i… --- ## [Do I need an ecu reprogram after changing ECU (and why)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-an-ecu-reprogram-after-changing-ecu-and-why/183556)
**Author:** [@djh17\_177190](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djh17_177190)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 5:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-an-ecu-reprogram-after-changing-ecu-and-why/183556 "2022-04-27T05:11:15Z")
Just did my first engine swap. Now the car no crank no start with radiator fans blowing full blast. I know for a fact the new engine ran. Old engine cranked. My first thought is immobilizer is tripped. Will look deeper t… --- ## [Engine noise when gas pedal engaged](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-when-gas-pedal-engaged/52561)
**Author:** [@msmothers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/msmothers)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-when-gas-pedal-engaged/52561 "2022-04-27T04:49:37Z")
My car suddenly has been making a loud reving/vibration noise when I step on the gas. It sounds like it is coming from the hood/engine area. It does not make this sound when the car is idling or when I am braking. Any th… --- ## [2008 Infiniti FX35 - Any background on this vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-fx35-any-background-on-this-vehicle/183836)
**Author:** [@AUDIODRIVER](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AUDIODRIVER)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-fx35-any-background-on-this-vehicle/183836 "2022-04-27T04:41:15Z")
I just bought an 08 FX35. What issues have you had? TIA --- ## [2010 Altima Coupe 3.5SR 6MT - Strange Electrical Symptoms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-altima-coupe-3-5sr-6mt-strange-electrical-symptoms/183833)
**Author:** [@Deft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Deft)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-altima-coupe-3-5sr-6mt-strange-electrical-symptoms/183833 "2022-04-27T03:02:18Z")
Stats: 2010 Nissan Altima Coupe 3.5 SR V6 - 6 speed Manual Problem Defined: bought car NEW - strange electrical issues - car is now 12 years old - in early years if I would be on interstate at 70mph and downshift from … --- ## [I Want To Connect With A Headlight Assembly Connector](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-to-connect-with-a-headlight-assembly-connector/183834)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2022, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-want-to-connect-with-a-headlight-assembly-connector/183834 "2022-04-27T02:59:47Z")
The headlight assembly gang connector for the left side headlight assembly of my 2000 Buick Century Custom has a bad connecting female pin socket so I want to replace it. A couple years ago I saw one at an aftermarket au… --- ## [2009 GMC Yukon XL - Oil issue and ticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-yukon-xl-oil-issue-and-ticking/183788)
**Author:** [@Mynameismark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mynameismark)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2022, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-yukon-xl-oil-issue-and-ticking/183788 "2022-04-26T12:40:37Z")
My wife drove to New York I had gotten an oil change about 3 weeks earlier 6 quarts of oil it was running 3 quarts low she got the New York for four quarts of oil in it it makes a ticking noise or knocking noise her neph… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=255) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=257)