# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=322 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 323 --- ## [Oil did not drain from 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-did-not-drain-from-2016-toyota-camry-hybrid/179188)
**Author:** [@Manolito](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Manolito)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-did-not-drain-from-2016-toyota-camry-hybrid/179188 "2021-09-06T09:52:09Z")
100k miles. Today was the third oil change since we bought this car at 85k miles. As before, I loosened the oil fill cap so air could enter, then I unscrewed the plug in the oil filter housing, and snapped in the plast… --- ## [Marnet- this is for you](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marnet-this-is-for-you/179135)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 5:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marnet-this-is-for-you/179135 "2021-09-06T05:43:58Z")
@Marnet i.think this has your name on it. --- ## [Changing Spark Plug Gap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-spark-plug-gap/179166)
**Author:** [@asemaster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asemaster)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2021, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changing-spark-plug-gap/179166 "2021-09-06T02:00:53Z")
In case some of you haven’t seen the new variable gap spark plug The gap opens up completely when the spark plug is pointed up and closes completely when the plug is pointed down! For what it’s worth, every time I… --- ## [2004 Pt Cruiser Turbo just install a new power steering switch and it’s already leaking again?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pt-cruiser-turbo-just-install-a-new-power-steering-switch-and-it-s-already-leaking-again/179175)
**Author:** [@Turbopig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Turbopig)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 3:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pt-cruiser-turbo-just-install-a-new-power-steering-switch-and-it-s-already-leaking-again/179175 "2021-09-05T03:26:46Z")
Not sure if I’m missing something. The power steering switch was leaking so I replaced it, but within a week the switch seems to be leaking. It could be faulty. Does anyone have experience with this issue. Is there anot… --- ## ['The World Has Finally Stopped Using Leaded Gasoline. Algeria Used The Last Stockpile'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-world-has-finally-stopped-using-leaded-gasoline-algeria-used-the-last-stockpile/179090)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-world-has-finally-stopped-using-leaded-gasoline-algeria-used-the-last-stockpile/179090 "2021-09-05T22:26:09Z")
The last gallon of leaded was sold in Algeria in July, NPR reports; they excerpt a bit from an old ‘Car Talk’ episode to help celebrate --- ## [What causes car to start when in park but not in neutral?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-car-to-start-when-in-park-but-not-in-neutral/179176)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-car-to-start-when-in-park-but-not-in-neutral/179176 "2021-09-05T21:35:02Z")
Title. MD inspection failed me because car has to start in both park AND neutral. Car only starts in park but not in neutral. I hate MD inspection but this is a rant for another day…anyway what part is the culprit? --- ## [2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid - Trans issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mkz-hybrid-trans-issues/179146)
**Author:** [@GeneLShefland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeneLShefland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-lincoln-mkz-hybrid-trans-issues/179146 "2021-09-05T21:17:47Z")
Feels like trans is shifting at low speed. like it going to a lower gear. a slight hesitation. --- ## [Chevy lugnuts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-lugnuts/179168)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-lugnuts/179168 "2021-09-05T00:55:25Z")
Does a 07 vintage Pontiac have same swollen lugnut issue as newer fords? I noticed my 3/4” socket is real tight on the lugnuts. Was at junkyard and found some nice wheels but 3 of the 4 lugnut are semi rounded over. Guy … --- ## [EcoBoost Trans Fluid Level](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecoboost-trans-fluid-level/179167)
**Author:** [@spannerspinner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spannerspinner)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecoboost-trans-fluid-level/179167 "2021-09-05T18:47:33Z")
I recently purchased a '14 F150 w/ 3.5 EcoBoost. I’ve been experiencing hard shifting now and then and suspect it may be due to it running w/ an excessive amount of trans fluid. I have checked the underside dipstick off … --- ## [2006 Honda Civic AC Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-ac-repair/178968)
**Author:** [@Leo08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leo08)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 5:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-civic-ac-repair/178968 "2021-09-05T17:40:34Z")
How does one find a reliable shop that has the proper experience to replace the AC system which has a bad compressor? Also, what is a reasonable price range for the AC repair on this 2006 Honda Civic? Thank you --- ## [2020 Ford Explorer - Many driver assist issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-many-driver-assist-issues/179180)
**Author:** [@Omar322OS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Omar322OS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-many-driver-assist-issues/179180 "2021-09-05T16:46:15Z")
I have an Explorer Platinum and apparently not only the rear camera has problems, lights and announcements on the dash show that the auto hold does not work, reverse brake assist not available, intelligent cruise control… --- ## [Stripped transmission pan bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stripped-transmission-pan-bolt/179170)
**Author:** [@Ross85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ross85)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2021, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stripped-transmission-pan-bolt/179170 "2021-09-05T03:48:32Z")
I have a 2006 Toyota Highlander 3.3L V6. I was removing the transmission pan bolts to replace the transmission filter when one bolt stripped. I used my Dremel to cut a slot in the bolt head so that I could use a flat scr… --- ## [2013 Jetta – Mysterious stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jetta-mysterious-stalling/179164)
**Author:** [@jfb\_177048](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jfb_177048)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jetta-mysterious-stalling/179164 "2021-09-04T23:12:13Z")
I’m having a mysterious problem with my 2013 Jetta Sportwagen S. About a year ago it started stalling at random times. Always at low RPM — either stopped, at low speed, or when coasting. Sometimes even on the highway wh… --- ## [2007 Pontiac Grand Prix - Blinkah mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-grand-prix-blinkah-mystery/179120)
**Author:** [@JonathanCarter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JonathanCarter)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-pontiac-grand-prix-blinkah-mystery/179120 "2021-09-04T19:40:49Z")
When i turn with turn signal the high beams turn on --- ## [1999 Ford Mustang - Problem with my boyfriend's car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-mustang-problem-with-my-boyfriends-car/179134)
**Author:** [@Cathy34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cathy34)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-mustang-problem-with-my-boyfriends-car/179134 "2021-09-04T18:33:26Z")
My boyfriend car, which is fuel injected keeps flooding out. Fuel pump, sensors, spark plugs, everything possible has been replaced without success. What is he missing? --- ## [Oily substance on car after purchace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oily-substance-on-car-after-purchace/179143)
**Author:** [@Benz2017](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Benz2017)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oily-substance-on-car-after-purchace/179143 "2021-09-04T13:40:15Z")
Good morning everyone, I am new here. I came here to as a question about detailing practices of car dealers. I have bought many cars over the years and noticed that some cars I bought had an oily coating all over the ca… --- ## [What causes catalytic converter to fail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-catalytic-converter-to-fail/178859)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-causes-catalytic-converter-to-fail/178859 "2021-09-04T12:58:07Z")
My 2011 mustang with 94k miles was getting a P0420 code and no other codes. The only symptoms were slight loss of acceleration and power. No misfires though. Took it to mechanic today. Used the scanner and we couldn’t fi… --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Cruze - GM Makes lousy cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-gm-makes-lousy-cars/179140)
**Author:** [@JOHNGAROFALI](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHNGAROFALI)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-gm-makes-lousy-cars/179140 "2021-09-04T03:43:23Z")
2014 chevrolet cruze 1.4 L , COOLENT WATER OUTLET Pc OF CRAP !! 40,000 miles . plastic,made in china . Also turbo oil feed pipe leaking. WHY DONT THEY COVER THE OBVIOUS DEFECTIVE PARTS ? GM makeS CRAPPY CA… --- ## [Tesla's challenger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teslas-challenger/169799)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/teslas-challenger/169799 "2021-09-04T02:40:38Z")
:thinking: --- ## [2007 Ford Focus - Won't keep running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-wont-keep-running/179132)
**Author:** [@LindaTymec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaTymec)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-wont-keep-running/179132 "2021-09-04T00:30:02Z")
My car starts but wont stay running? --- ## [To use sealant or not? Water pump installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-sealant-or-not-water-pump-installation/179121)
**Author:** [@Saturnia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Saturnia)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2021, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-use-sealant-or-not-water-pump-installation/179121 "2021-09-04T00:14:21Z")
Hello, I am attempting my first DIY water pump + timing belt installation. I already have everything apart. The vehicle is a 2000 KIA SPORTAGE EX. The water pump that came with a paper gasket and the instruction sheet … --- ## [2010 Lincoln MKT - Clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-clicks/179157)
**Author:** [@Bromsey7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bromsey7)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lincoln-mkt-clicks/179157 "2021-09-03T22:15:57Z")
my lincoln MKT 2010 that I bought used about 1 month ago made a clicking noise inside the car. Then the car would not drive it loss pressure. It barely made it home. If flashed across the scream loss of pressure. --- ## [2012 Honda CR-V - Starter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-starter-issues/179038)
**Author:** [@dirtysecretsauto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dirtysecretsauto)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-cr-v-starter-issues/179038 "2021-09-03T21:24:42Z")
2012 Honda CRV go to start and nothing tried it again and a third time and it started. this only after the car has been sitting for 5 to 10 minutes. Tried the mechanics key and the spare the same results random times to… --- ## [1982 Porsche 928 - Gas leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-porsche-928-gas-leak/178816)
**Author:** [@Ph0n3Guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ph0n3Guy)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-porsche-928-gas-leak/178816 "2021-09-03T19:28:57Z")
I have a 1982 Porsche 928 with small slit in gas tank dose anyone know what type of plastic the tank is made of? Thanks for any help --- ## ['Multiple Companies In Ohio Are Developing Electric Flying Cars'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/multiple-companies-in-ohio-are-developing-electric-flying-cars/179130)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/multiple-companies-in-ohio-are-developing-electric-flying-cars/179130 "2021-09-03T15:46:45Z")
From today’s ‘Morning edition’ --- ## [Why would tire rip off rim?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-would-tire-rip-off-rim/178956)
**Author:** [@chrisfreemanca\_176902](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisfreemanca_176902)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 2:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-would-tire-rip-off-rim/178956 "2021-09-03T14:22:49Z")
Son smacked a curb the other day and ruined one of the front tires. Had a new tire put on yesterday morning and this happened in the afternoon driving down the interstate. How in the world does a brand new tire totally r… --- ## [Rearview mirror replacement advice needed'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-replacement-advice-needed/179138)
**Author:** [@Renegade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Renegade)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2021, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-replacement-advice-needed/179138 "2021-09-03T00:09:30Z")
It has been a few years since I have had this problem I need to glue the rearview mirror back to the windshield I know that adhesives have changed a lot what brands if any would y’all recommend. I don’t have a garage it … --- ## [2011 Buick lacrosse died running down the road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-died-running-down-the-road/179111)
**Author:** [@gottyline\_177013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gottyline_177013)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-lacrosse-died-running-down-the-road/179111 "2021-09-02T23:24:45Z")
Took my 2011 Buick lacrosse to mechanic shop because it wasn’t running they told me it was the timing chain which I have been told that it’s quite common for these 3.6 engines so I have them do the job and 1800 later I g… --- ## [Who needs jack stands?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-needs-jack-stands/177398)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-needs-jack-stands/177398 "2021-09-02T19:45:40Z")
Not this guy! --- ## [05-09 mustang automatic transmission reliability? (5r55s)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-09-mustang-automatic-transmission-reliability-5r55s/179081)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2021, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-09-mustang-automatic-transmission-reliability-5r55s/179081 "2021-09-02T15:12:56Z")
Hey everyone, I am in the market for a new project car and daily driver. I found a 2005 mustang GT with 104k miles for a good price. Super clean. Asking $6200 firm. Generally speaking the 4.6 3v engine is bulletproof an… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=321) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=323)