# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=307 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 308 --- ## [Help Testing Struts on a 2005 with 180k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-testing-struts-on-a-2005-with-180k-miles/180252)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2021, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-testing-struts-on-a-2005-with-180k-miles/180252 "2021-10-28T04:00:20Z")
I have a 2005 Camry with original struts, and have about 180k miles on them. My issue is that I don’t know if I should replace them or not. I inspect them and see no oil leaking. There’s no weird tire wear patterns. I … --- ## [2015 Toyota Highlander](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-highlander/180203)
**Author:** [@DanTuch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanTuch)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-highlander/180203 "2021-10-25T23:27:18Z")
2015 Toyota Highlander 70,000 miles. Time to change oil, what weight of oil to use? --- ## [What is the best ball joint grease?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-ball-joint-grease/180124)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2021, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-ball-joint-grease/180124 "2021-10-28T01:03:08Z")
Is there an industry standard or specifications for ball joint grease? I was wondering what grease is the best to use in ball joints? I would like to think that there is scientific testing to back up these claims and not… --- ## [How Much Should a Ball Joint Move By Hand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-a-ball-joint-move-by-hand/180251)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2021, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-a-ball-joint-move-by-hand/180251 "2021-10-28T00:46:02Z")
I’m able to move my sway bar links by hand, while they are attached to my car properly. Not movement perpendicular to the shaft of the ball joints (black line below) I’m able to grab on the bar between the ball joints… --- ## [2013 Hyundai Elantra - Lights burn out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-lights-burn-out/180192)
**Author:** [@udell79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/udell79)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-lights-burn-out/180192 "2021-10-27T23:54:58Z")
I have a 2013 elantra, the driver side head lights and blinker keep burning out, it is not the fuse. I have been told it could be a wire that connects to the battery and under that car and will cost about $1000 to fix. … --- ## [2009 accord died while accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-accord-died-while-accelerating/180229)
**Author:** [@531connor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/531connor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-accord-died-while-accelerating/180229 "2021-10-27T21:04:28Z")
I was accelerating from a stop sign when my accord’s engine sputtered and shut off in the middle of the intersection. I managed to coast to the side of the road and popped the hood to see a little white smoke coming from… --- ## [04’ Honda Pilot No codes, no noise from the engine, will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-honda-pilot-no-codes-no-noise-from-the-engine-will-not-start/180237)
**Author:** [@Antanetz1980\_177858](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Antanetz1980_177858)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-honda-pilot-no-codes-no-noise-from-the-engine-will-not-start/180237 "2021-10-27T18:05:02Z")
04’ Honda Pilot, won’t start and it has no codes, no check engine light or any warning lights. Battery died from sitting but even with a jump there’s nothing. No sounds at all from the car engine. Can the transmission b… --- ## [Used Chevrolet Traverse or Buick Enclave - any issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-chevrolet-traverse-or-buick-enclave-any-issues/180052)
**Author:** [@PeterDeMiglio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterDeMiglio)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-chevrolet-traverse-or-buick-enclave-any-issues/180052 "2021-10-27T14:46:26Z")
looking to buy used traverse/enclave. are there any major concerns? --- ## [New tech and common theft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tech-and-common-theft/180253)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tech-and-common-theft/180253 "2021-10-27T14:33:38Z")
The photo caught my eye: hey, that’s my dark green 1999 Civic! Air Tags are little coin-sized transmitters that broadcast their location. They are marketed to help people find lost or misplaced items - but stolen items … --- ## [2005 Lexus RX 330 - Audio glitch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lexus-rx-330-audio-glitch/180244)
**Author:** [@pauld48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pauld48)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lexus-rx-330-audio-glitch/180244 "2021-10-27T01:38:25Z")
radio has no volume.has cd casette radio.shows volulume up and down no sound at all. --- ## [2014 Honda CR-V - Wheel bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-wheel-bearing/180206)
**Author:** [@allenp96](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allenp96)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2021, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-wheel-bearing/180206 "2021-10-27T00:12:03Z")
honda crv rear wheel bearing out at 40K. Dealer fix. Now at 70k more road noise. Wheel bearing? --- ## [2020 Toyota Corolla - A few issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-corolla-a-few-issues/180240)
**Author:** [@Joey46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joey46)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-corolla-a-few-issues/180240 "2021-10-26T23:40:35Z")
Start button on 2020 corolla malfunctuons…ticming noise behind dash…horn sounding off on its own, in traffic.slow starting like a battery problem… --- ## [Replacement for VW Passat Wagon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-vw-passat-wagon/180179)
**Author:** [@karsweetla\_177831](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karsweetla_177831)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-vw-passat-wagon/180179 "2021-10-26T18:31:51Z")
I have a 2009 VW Passat wagon (AWD), which I have loved. Of course, you can’t get these in the U.S. anymore :frowning: So, what would be a good replacement? I’m currently considering the following: -VW Taos (although… --- ## [2013 Toyota Venza - Cable cut](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-venza-cable-cut/180233)
**Author:** [@D.Sveden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.Sveden)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-venza-cable-cut/180233 "2021-10-26T17:17:57Z")
The lever cable for lowering the back seat isn’t working. I can’t get at the back bolts that attach the seat to the frame. This happened with my 2009 Venza and that was under a warrenty so it can be fixed. --- ## [Little Car Humor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/little-car-humor/180231)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/little-car-humor/180231 "2021-10-26T16:45:00Z")
--- ## [Dodge Caravan Heater Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-heater-not-working/179604)
**Author:** [@bardiferous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bardiferous)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-heater-not-working/179604 "2021-10-26T16:16:09Z")
2000 Base Caravan 3.0L V6 - as of 2021 late winter, the heater stopped working. I also noticed that, when I shift from coolest to warmest temperature, the air flow slows to almost off. Bizarre? A/C works fine and, aft… --- ## [Performance Chip Stage 4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performance-chip-stage-4/180213)
**Author:** [@ssgpayne\_177847](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ssgpayne_177847)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/performance-chip-stage-4/180213 "2021-10-26T12:44:34Z")
Anyone used Stage 4 Performance Chip Module OBD2 +LCD Monitor from performance chips? I read some reviews but we’re not really helpful. --- ## [Identifying speed limits on different roads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identifying-speed-limits-on-different-roads/180218)
**Author:** [@nathandowell1995\_177849](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nathandowell1995_177849)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/identifying-speed-limits-on-different-roads/180218 "2021-10-26T03:02:19Z")
Hello. First let me say I hope this is an appropriate place/section for this topic, I can’t find anywhere else to go to with the concerns I’ll address in the thread. So I just recently got my TIP, and will hopefully pas… --- ## [2010 Chevy Equinox P0011 on hard acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-p0011-on-hard-acceleration/180202)
**Author:** [@n2icarrl\_177841](https://community.cartalk.com/u/n2icarrl_177841)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-p0011-on-hard-acceleration/180202 "2021-10-26T00:03:05Z")
A little background: 2010 Equinox, 2.4L 4 cyl 98000 miles Live/drive at 6000 foot elevation Synthetic oil I get the P0011 camshaft positioner code only when I accelerate hard. For example, leaving my driveway is a 55 … --- ## [Kia k5 low PSI warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-k5-low-psi-warning/180190)
**Author:** [@andrewvasquezcsus\_177836](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrewvasquezcsus_177836)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2021, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-k5-low-psi-warning/180190 "2021-10-26T00:00:24Z")
Hey there. I have a Kia k5 that’s had a low PSI warning for a week or so. The thing is, I don’t think it’s because it’s low. Three of my tires will be around 28 or 29 and go up to 31 as it gets warmer. The back passenger… --- ## [Intermittent heat with no temperature control?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-heat-with-no-temperature-control/180175)
**Author:** [@elisa7joy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elisa7joy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-heat-with-no-temperature-control/180175 "2021-10-25T23:49:17Z")
First and foremost let me say to anyone who might consider buying this vehicle. Don’t. It’s been a giant pain. The way this vehicle is designed is odd and makes easy things difficult. Anyhow, I bought this van used in t… --- ## [2005 Toyota Camry Flasher Relay Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-flasher-relay-replacement/164630)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-camry-flasher-relay-replacement/164630 "2021-10-25T23:42:22Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Camry. I’m trying to replace the flasher relay. I tried searching for a video showing me how to do this, but had no luck. It’s located here on the car: Now let me describe this. This appears to b… --- ## [2015 Ford Edge - Door rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-edge-door-rattle/180210)
**Author:** [@KevB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevB)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-edge-door-rattle/180210 "2021-10-25T23:29:26Z")
cargo door panel rattles an is loose --- ## [2012 Audi quattro - Needs pistons](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-audi-quattro-needs-pistons/180208)
**Author:** [@EddieGrier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EddieGrier)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-audi-quattro-needs-pistons/180208 "2021-10-25T23:22:29Z")
Pistons need to be replaced --- ## [Car making loud whine at idle, very loud on turns. Steering fluid changing levels](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-loud-whine-at-idle-very-loud-on-turns-steering-fluid-changing-levels/180172)
**Author:** [@sausagehug\_177827](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sausagehug_177827)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-making-loud-whine-at-idle-very-loud-on-turns-steering-fluid-changing-levels/180172 "2021-10-25T23:05:01Z")
Hi, I recently bought a 2007 Toyota Highlander that had just had a full inspection + new rotors + brakes. It suddenly started making a loud whining noise (like a small remote control car revving it’s engine) at idle and … --- ## [Convincing my parents to install an aftermarket exhaust system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convincing-my-parents-to-install-an-aftermarket-exhaust-system/180008)
**Author:** [@homerpimpin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/homerpimpin)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convincing-my-parents-to-install-an-aftermarket-exhaust-system/180008 "2021-10-25T22:59:37Z")
So I’ve been wanting to get a nismo catback exhaust system for my family’s xterra, but I’m struggling to convince them. I’d be paying for it of course, but I can’t really think of any good reasons to comfort them of thei… --- ## [Please discontinue these edited shows. I listen so I can waste time. Don't take that away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-discontinue-these-edited-shows-i-listen-so-i-can-waste-time-dont-take-that-away/180181)
**Author:** [@pilotmusicroom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pilotmusicroom)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-discontinue-these-edited-shows-i-listen-so-i-can-waste-time-dont-take-that-away/180181 "2021-10-25T22:46:51Z")
I don’t like the new edited version of the show. I listen to the show so that I can waste a full hour and I enjoy all of the show. You have cut so much out of the new version of the show. Please return the full versions … --- ## [Why do they make glove boxes out of pressed cardboard?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-they-make-glove-boxes-out-of-pressed-cardboard/180169)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-do-they-make-glove-boxes-out-of-pressed-cardboard/180169 "2021-10-25T22:38:48Z")
My classic Ford truck, no matter how rough the ride quality, it has a really robust design. Every aspect seems to be designed to be super-strong. Except the glove box, which believe it or not is made out of pressed ca… --- ## [Dodge Neon Misfire cly 3](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-neon-misfire-cly-3/180144)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-neon-misfire-cly-3/180144 "2021-10-25T22:34:00Z")
I have a 2005 Neon. It was running fine Wednesday. Thursday morning it was running very poor. Later I took to autozone and orilies to have it tested. Came back both misfire on cylinder 3. I pulled out the spark plug… --- ## [I guess it's true](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-guess-its-true/180090)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2021, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-guess-its-true/180090 "2021-10-25T20:28:57Z")
Back in the day, I used to hear stories about old engines that hadn’t had their oil changed in so long that the owners would not change the oil, fearing that the old oil was the only thing holding the engine together. S… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=306) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=308)