# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=329 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 330 --- ## [The mystery of the broken wrench](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mystery-of-the-broken-wrench/178689)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2021, 1:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mystery-of-the-broken-wrench/178689 "2021-08-16T01:40:42Z")
I found this on the street between a nice apartment building and a chi-chi shopping center (Fidelity has its office in it), up the street from Trader Joe’s (I was on my way home from a shopping trip.). It’s 12-point. I m… --- ## [What do you think about this/](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-this/178501)
**Author:** [@weekend-warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/weekend-warrior)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-this/178501 "2021-08-15T17:44:35Z")
Infrastructure Bill Would Require Alcohol Monitors for All New Cars (freebeacon.com) --- ## [Transmission bumps from 1st-2nd-3rd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713)
**Author:** [@jedadiahsmithmatheson\_176705](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jedadiahsmithmatheson_176705)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713 "2021-08-15T16:24:36Z")
07 Buick Lucerne V6. This is my second car. From 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd there is a small bump. I can feel it shift in other words. Almost like I get hit from behind but wayyy more subtle, barely noticeable unless your… --- ## [Outdoorsy Image May Be Costing You](https://community.cartalk.com/t/outdoorsy-image-may-be-costing-you/178726)
**Author:** [@harrisonpd\_160690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harrisonpd_160690)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/outdoorsy-image-may-be-costing-you/178726 "2021-08-15T03:05:32Z")
OK - You reported the fuel efficiency impact of rooftop carriers. Can you tell us what the fuel efficiency benefit is to having a bed cover on the back of a pickup. I have a TuXedo cover on my 2014 F-150. Did it pay f… --- ## [2009 Ford Escape - It wasn't the ignition switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-it-wasnt-the-ignition-switch/178723)
**Author:** [@jim49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim49)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-it-wasnt-the-ignition-switch/178723 "2021-08-15T00:48:47Z")
sometimes it starts and all panal lights go ondrives fine then i park it and it wont start for about 3 days statts up then dose the same .replaced igniton swich .dose same thing. --- ## [Replacing coolant pipe tips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-coolant-pipe-tips/178737)
**Author:** [@\_17u](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_17u)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-coolant-pipe-tips/178737 "2021-08-15T00:21:12Z")
Hey, i own a 97’ accent and i must replace the water pipe as marked here due to a leak from a serious rust. its a g4ek engine , with the ECFI unit above. how should i do it? (like what to remove in which order and wha… --- ## [Rental Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rental-explorer/178736)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rental-explorer/178736 "2021-08-14T23:37:38Z")
I had a 2021 Explorer Limited as a rental this week. Nice SUV! It’s quiet, comfortable, and soaks up the bumps very well. It has a limousine quality ride, and for the trim level, it should. The 2.3L EcoBoost provides ve… --- ## [2005 Chrysler Crossfire - Shifter stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-shifter-stuck/178717)
**Author:** [@KIRBYATAGUE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KIRBYATAGUE)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-shifter-stuck/178717 "2021-08-14T23:25:43Z")
im stuck in N . will go into D but will not go into R or Park… is there a release somewhere? --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry transmission slips on turns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-transmission-slips-on-turns/178742)
**Author:** [@GeorgeN.Stephenson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeorgeN.Stephenson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-transmission-slips-on-turns/178742 "2021-08-14T20:17:48Z")
On a right angle turn at a stop light the wheels appear to over speed the CVT and when accelerated the engine speeds up, without any acceleration. This happens on a left turn. --- ## [2015 Ford Escape battery dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-dies/178735)
**Author:** [@stumpy05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stumpy05)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-battery-dies/178735 "2021-08-14T17:55:38Z")
12.5 volts at battery. When running 14.5 at battery. After a few days battery is dead, --- ## [2004 Lexus, Too OLD!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-too-old/178705)
**Author:** [@CARTALKBILLY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CARTALKBILLY)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-too-old/178705 "2021-08-14T16:58:11Z")
I am interested in a 2004 Lexus ES330 with 100100 km (63000miles) on the odometer; I would very much like to know; is it too old ?? Owner claims well maintained oil brakes cat was recently changed No sign of rust nor … --- ## [2019 Subaru Forester - Bad Paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-bad-paint/178709)
**Author:** [@Nonnief](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nonnief)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-bad-paint/178709 "2021-08-14T16:42:06Z")
I have a 2019 Subaru Forester. I love it but the paint seems to be chipping very easily. It has little round pieces out of the paint. I have never experienced anything like this. Any advice or has a dealership ever ad… --- ## [Chevrolet blazer coolant level](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-coolant-level/178702)
**Author:** [@andynemi84\_176702](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andynemi84_176702)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-blazer-coolant-level/178702 "2021-08-14T16:38:24Z")
Hello, I have a question about my Chevrolet Blazer 2019. I have about 15,000 km so far and I attached my coolant level picture. I don’t understand if I need to add more coolant or I still have some time. Please see p… --- ## [How to get friends](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-get-friends/178690)
**Author:** [@It\_s-Me](https://community.cartalk.com/u/It_s-Me)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-get-friends/178690 "2021-08-14T16:04:54Z")
--- ## [2016 Corolla AC Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-corolla-ac-problem/177007)
**Author:** [@raystownprimitives\_143914](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raystownprimitives_143914)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-corolla-ac-problem/177007 "2021-08-14T11:55:08Z")
Hello, I have a 2016 Toyota Corolla L. The AC blows cold but every now and then it doesn’t blow nearly as hard then you will hear a burst of air and it will be at full blast This is when it is on 4 the coldest setting … --- ## [2004 Toyota Sienna - Wrong fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-wrong-fuel/178699)
**Author:** [@greenman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greenman)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-sienna-wrong-fuel/178699 "2021-08-14T11:26:54Z")
I filled up my tank with gasoline in the morning. That evening I drove a little over 100 miles and the car suddenly stopped dead. The warning lights all came on. When I tried to restart it it sounded like it was start… --- ## [Radiator Fan Won't Shut Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-wont-shut-off/100032)
**Author:** [@Karen219](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Karen219)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2017, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-wont-shut-off/100032 "2017-02-25T00:05:27Z")
My vehicle, a 1994 Honda Accord EX with 83K miles (I'm original owner) has developed a problem and I'm hoping to gain insight into a possible remedy. I rarely drive it (have been out of work) so usually have to jump th… --- ## [CR-V Frame Stiffener Recall in CANADA but not U.S.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-frame-stiffener-recall-in-canada-but-not-u-s/178615)
**Author:** [@AAnalog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AAnalog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-frame-stiffener-recall-in-canada-but-not-u-s/178615 "2021-08-14T03:39:22Z")
OK, so I inspected my frame stiffener (LH) and it is pretty badly corroded. Found out that my brethren 80 miles away in Canada have a recall / buyback for this issue. Mine is a 2009, which is in the middle of the recal… --- ## [Dumb question: drain the oil before replacing valve cover gasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dumb-question-drain-the-oil-before-replacing-valve-cover-gasket/176481)
**Author:** [@asant2\_174225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asant2_174225)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dumb-question-drain-the-oil-before-replacing-valve-cover-gasket/176481 "2021-08-14T01:02:44Z")
I’m about to attempt vtec solenoid gasket and valve cover gasket replacements on my 260k mile 2002 CR-V, thanks to inspiration from so many youtube videos. One thing none of these youtubers indicate, though, is whether … --- ## [Let me know if there is any intro category on the forum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-me-know-if-there-is-any-intro-category-on-the-forum/178678)
**Author:** [@helina.joy673\_176687](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helina.joy673_176687)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/let-me-know-if-there-is-any-intro-category-on-the-forum/178678 "2021-08-14T00:55:18Z")
Hi, I have just join the forum and looking for an intro category on the forum to introduce myself. Let me know if there is any intro category on this forum. --- ## [Oil went cold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-went-cold/178688)
**Author:** [@asant2\_174225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asant2_174225)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-went-cold/178688 "2021-08-14T00:54:16Z")
Mechanic said “I bet the oil went cold” when I dropped off my ancient CRV that’s suffered inconsistent misfires for a couple weeks. Any idea what that means? --- ## [2006 ford fusion with starter problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-fusion-with-starter-problems/178685)
**Author:** [@guygooch\_176690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/guygooch_176690)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-fusion-with-starter-problems/178685 "2021-08-14T00:51:00Z")
Your recent article in the 8-16-21 issue of the Cedar Rapids Gazette suggested that there was either a starter problem or a flywheel problem. My question is: If there was a bad or broken tooth on the flywheel, why does i… --- ## [Down home emergency repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/down-home-emergency-repair/178661)
**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/down-home-emergency-repair/178661 "2021-08-13T16:09:07Z")
(“Down home” – I did not want to offend cowboys, rednecks, or shade trees.) I once used a vulcanized tire patch to fix a leaking radiator hose. I once used a shoelace to tie off a tire chain’s broken cross cross link (… --- ## [Anything good or bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anything-good-or-bad/178656)
**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 6:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anything-good-or-bad/178656 "2021-08-13T06:59:46Z")
Hey everyone, I’m currently looking at buying a Dodge Dakota pick up ranging from 2000-2005. Im leaning towards one with the V8 but am also looking at a couple with the V6 Magnum. Im just curious if anybody has owned or … --- ## [2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Hybrid no hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-hybrid-no-hybrid/178692)
**Author:** [@E.Vasiliadis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/E.Vasiliadis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 3:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-highlander-hybrid-hybrid-no-hybrid/178692 "2021-08-13T03:36:31Z")
My problem is my 2019 hybrid highlander gets the same message , the hybrid has stopped. Sometimes it takes several attempts to start. I took it to the dealer, they said nothing is wrong , that I press down wrongly. For… --- ## [2006 Mazda Tribute Exhaust Hanger - Solder?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-exhaust-hanger-solder/178693)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-exhaust-hanger-solder/178693 "2021-08-13T02:58:39Z")
Hi I have a 2006 Mazda Tribute. One of the hangers after the exhaust manifold and before the resonator has rusted so badly that it broke off the exhaust pipe. Now there’s a hole in the exhaust pipe were the hanger meets … --- ## [Price for 15K mile service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/price-for-15k-mile-service/178592)
**Author:** [@ravenclaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ravenclaw)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/price-for-15k-mile-service/178592 "2021-08-13T01:27:48Z")
I have a 2019 Mazda CX-5 (Grand Touring Reserve, Turbo, All Wheel Drive). It is due for its 15,000 mile service. Is it normal now that 15K mile services are expensive? I’m used to this for 30K, 60K, and 90K services but … --- ## [Audi as a high priced luxury car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-as-a-high-priced-luxury-car/178541)
**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-as-a-high-priced-luxury-car/178541 "2021-08-13T00:21:03Z")
I was going through some old files the other day, and I found one that had all the paperwork from my purchase of a new Audi 100LS in 1972. The price of the car was $5,250. I don’t know what the MSRP was because I didn’t … --- ## [Rotor removal, blast from the past](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotor-removal-blast-from-the-past/178676)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2021, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotor-removal-blast-from-the-past/178676 "2021-08-13T00:03:42Z")
I am working on my 2016 Dodge Caravan’s rear brakes. The rotors did not want to budge, smacked a few times with a hammer, no go. Normally I would have spent a few hours beating on them, but instead I used a nut and bo… --- ## [Alternator dropping volts when engine is hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-dropping-volts-when-engine-is-hot/178665)
**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2021, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-dropping-volts-when-engine-is-hot/178665 "2021-08-12T23:10:16Z")
So recently I’ve been thru 3 alternators. I had my OEM one (12 years old, go out) I had 2,000 watt sound system on 80amp alternator. Pretty sure that killed it. Got a remanufactured one off amazon , sold the sound syst… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=328) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=330)