# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=345 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 346 --- ## [2018 camry peeling off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-camry-peeling-off/157505)
**Author:** [@hihiyoyohi123\_162690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hihiyoyohi123_162690)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2021, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-camry-peeling-off/157505 "2021-06-29T01:43:47Z")
My 2018 Camry is having its paint peeling off on the front bumper. Toyota denied to repair and claimed it is not under the warranty since it is caused by road debris. I don’t believe such a new car is having its paint … --- ## [Advice on leaking shocks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-leaking-shocks/177637)
**Author:** [@dgillen777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgillen777)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-leaking-shocks/177637 "2021-06-28T23:51:34Z")
I have a 2012 VW Golf 2.5L with 50k miles. I went to a local VW specialty shop today for an oil change and was told that the rear shocks showed leaks and should be replaced. They quoted $550 for the work. They included … --- ## [2007 Hyundai Santa Fe - shuts off when I brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-santa-fe-shuts-off-when-i-brake/177706)
**Author:** [@James43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James43)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-santa-fe-shuts-off-when-i-brake/177706 "2021-06-28T23:39:21Z")
I was driving and it started shutting down when I hold the break --- ## [The 2021 Ford Bronco](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2021-ford-bronco/137280)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-2021-ford-bronco/137280 "2021-06-28T23:15:14Z")
… appears to have been inspired by the old International Harvester Scout. --- ## [2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Sensors stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-sensors-stopped-working/177708)
**Author:** [@ennigma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ennigma)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-sensors-stopped-working/177708 "2021-06-28T18:23:07Z")
change the battery and now my rear park sense braking assist want turn on --- ## [Best wheel bearings - Timken?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wheel-bearings-timken/177677)
**Author:** [@psanzone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psanzone)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wheel-bearings-timken/177677 "2021-06-28T18:19:06Z")
Need front wheel bearings. My dad always said that Timken bearings are the best. They are available on Rock Auto. I think they are still made in the USA. Are they the best? --- ## [Reverse Osmosis water in battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-osmosis-water-in-battery/49124)
**Author:** [@juancrow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/juancrow)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-osmosis-water-in-battery/49124 "2021-06-28T18:13:31Z")
Is it OK to add reverse osmosis water instead of distilled? I believe RO leaves behind slight amounts of minerals, but distilled might leave behind a few chemicals too, like chlorine. So is it 6/half a dozen? … --- ## [Simoniz GlassCoat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simoniz-glasscoat/52491)
**Author:** [@seaduk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seaduk)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/simoniz-glasscoat/52491 "2021-06-28T16:35:26Z")
I just bought a 2011 Outback Wagon. I am trying to decide whether to get the Simoniz GlassCoat paint, carpet, fabric & leather protection plan. Are these necessary, and do they protect the car? Thanks, Charlie --- ## [Help with 2010 Mazda CX-7 AWD Touring ABS/TCS lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-2010-mazda-cx-7-awd-touring-abs-tcs-lights/177665)
**Author:** [@Joe-630](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joe-630)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-2010-mazda-cx-7-awd-touring-abs-tcs-lights/177665 "2021-06-28T15:00:51Z")
OK so…about 2 weeks ago I replaced the battery in my 2010 Mazda CX-7 AWD Touring. After the battery swap, the traction control (tcs) and ABS lights in the dash lit up. I turned the steering wheel all the way right, the… --- ## [Can I clean the after the clearcoat is gone?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-clean-the-after-the-clearcoat-is-gone/177695)
**Author:** [@koltov518\_175934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/koltov518_175934)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 11:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-clean-the-after-the-clearcoat-is-gone/177695 "2021-06-28T11:51:39Z")
Hoping I’m not out of luck. I have a 2013 Camry that I bought second hand. I have noticed that the clearcoat is gone and there is, I guess dirt, that seems into the paint’s surface. I’ve had the car detailed twice and… --- ## [Can a air conditioning condenser have a very slow leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-air-conditioning-condenser-have-a-very-slow-leak/177668)
**Author:** [@matt357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matt357)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 8:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-air-conditioning-condenser-have-a-very-slow-leak/177668 "2021-06-28T08:57:42Z")
I have a 2011 Honda accord and the air conditioning stopped working on it. I took it in for a recharge and leak test and they said the condenser was leaking from a hole in it near the bottom. They recharged it but the Fr… --- ## [CV Axil - how long can I go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axil-how-long-can-i-go/177633)
**Author:** [@ryankmeyer13\_175877](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryankmeyer13_175877)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2021, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axil-how-long-can-i-go/177633 "2021-06-28T01:31:48Z")
So I’ve got an old '96 Maxima that I’ve been rocking for a while, but I need to replace the CV shafts/joints/axils (idk) and I’m not putting $1,000 into it. It’s currently clicking when turning, so its already bad enough… --- ## [1999 Lexus ES 300 CEL and PO325](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-lexus-es-300-cel-and-po325/177700)
**Author:** [@J.Dogg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J.Dogg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-lexus-es-300-cel-and-po325/177700 "2021-06-27T23:53:15Z")
The check engine light came on 2 days ago. The code PO 325 knock sensor #1, bank 1 came up. WHERE is this located and do I need a special socket to change it? Thanks. --- ## [2004 Nissan Frontier - Overdrive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-overdrive/177697)
**Author:** [@Yoskey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yoskey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-frontier-overdrive/177697 "2021-06-27T22:40:11Z")
between 40 and 45 truck sound like it is on rumble strips think the transmittion is shifting into overdrive --- ## [2015 Cadillac ATS CUE freezes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-cadillac-ats-cue-freezes/177686)
**Author:** [@ToniMaisonet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToniMaisonet)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-cadillac-ats-cue-freezes/177686 "2021-06-27T16:05:16Z")
I have a 2015 ats Cadillac and my cue freezes at Me a do I have to replace the whole cue --- ## [2009 Ford Taurus X shifts hard when going uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-taurus-x-shifts-hard-when-going-uphill/177683)
**Author:** [@FredGreen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredGreen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 11:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-taurus-x-shifts-hard-when-going-uphill/177683 "2021-06-27T11:59:38Z")
transmission shifts fine but going up hill it sometimes shifts hard --- ## [Can you get away with notching a belt pulley for easier removal/installation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-get-away-with-notching-a-belt-pulley-for-easier-removal-installation/176686)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-get-away-with-notching-a-belt-pulley-for-easier-removal-installation/176686 "2021-06-27T06:06:49Z")
This is in regard to a 2002 Daewoo Lanos, but the principle should be the same on any car. So I am close to putting the car completely back together after taking apart the engine to replace the head gasket. Of course, … --- ## [How do you connect to a stretched-out heater hose when replacement isn't an option?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-connect-to-a-stretched-out-heater-hose-when-replacement-isnt-an-option/174427)
**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-you-connect-to-a-stretched-out-heater-hose-when-replacement-isnt-an-option/174427 "2021-06-27T06:01:44Z")
I am working on a car which has 3/4" molded heater hoses going to the heater core. Both of these hoses are swollen up to 7/8" ID, but do not feel squishy, and the ends at the heater core do not feel damaged, and no evid… --- ## [2019 Honda HR-V CEL and parking light stay on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-hr-v-cel-and-parking-light-stay-on/177680)
**Author:** [@Randcpotter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Randcpotter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2021, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-hr-v-cel-and-parking-light-stay-on/177680 "2021-06-27T02:37:05Z")
2019 HRV, check engine light, and park light stay on! --- ## [2005 Dodge Grand Caravan front vents don’t blow cold air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan-front-vents-don-t-blow-cold-air/177667)
**Author:** [@knunya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knunya)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-grand-caravan-front-vents-don-t-blow-cold-air/177667 "2021-06-26T23:47:42Z")
cold air blows in rear side vents fine, but none at all coming from front vents. --- ## [Pep Boys is beginning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pep-boys-is-beginning/177642)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pep-boys-is-beginning/177642 "2021-06-26T23:32:17Z")
… to close its retail parts & accessories stores in order to concentrate on car repairs and tires. I guess that the closure of most (all??) of the Sears Auto Centers leaves a void in the marketplace for sketchy repair … --- ## [Mobile phones](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobile-phones/177574)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mobile-phones/177574 "2021-06-26T16:56:41Z")
… in the late 1940s! I think it’s interesting to see the bulky equipment that they needed to install in cars in order to be able to make mobile calls. This Bell Labs film runs about 10 minutes. (489) The Dial Comes … --- ## [2012 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is slow to accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-mercedes-benz-gl-class-is-slow-to-accelerate/177670)
**Author:** [@geoffrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geoffrey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-mercedes-benz-gl-class-is-slow-to-accelerate/177670 "2021-06-26T16:46:59Z")
It takes a long time to speed up I have the pedal to the floor and it wont go pass forty then it slowly makes it’s way to 75 --- ## [2020 Ford Explorer - No nav](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-no-nav/177628)
**Author:** [@tlbrooks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tlbrooks)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-explorer-no-nav/177628 "2021-06-26T13:19:23Z")
Navigation features not working… --- ## [Cleaning the Plenum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-plenum/177659)
**Author:** [@JohnPalmieri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnPalmieri)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2021, 12:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-plenum/177659 "2021-06-26T12:48:28Z")
My girlfriend purchased a new 2018 Audi Q5, from this dealer. When it was in for standard maintenance they tried to tell her the “plenum needed cleaning”. They wanted $200 for this service. I advised against it. When she… --- ## [Parking... Costco Loves Its Customers' Cars and My Cars Love Them Back For Me!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-costco-loves-its-customers-cars-and-my-cars-love-them-back-for-me/175968)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-costco-loves-its-customers-cars-and-my-cars-love-them-back-for-me/175968 "2021-06-25T22:12:48Z")
Qualifier I shop at several “chain” retail stores for groceries, household stuff, prescriptions, electronics, etcetera, mainly in two states, but places in between, too. One thing I dislike most about shopping is to try… --- ## [Car names for fun](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names-for-fun/175940)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-names-for-fun/175940 "2021-06-25T20:09:09Z")
So in another forum someone decided to ask what profession might be associated with a particular car name. I said an astronomer might drive a Nova or a Galaxy, your fun correlations? --- ## [2009 Ford Focus - Wrong fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-focus-wrong-fluid/177658)
**Author:** [@Oops12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oops12)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-focus-wrong-fluid/177658 "2021-06-25T17:04:35Z")
I accidently put about 50ml of engine oil in power steering tank, what should I do as I’m not very mechanical. Will this cause serious issues if I was to drive the vehicle to a local garage? --- ## [Better air flow to intake in 1981 Toyota Pickup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-air-flow-to-intake-in-1981-toyota-pickup/177525)
**Author:** [@Marko47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marko47)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-air-flow-to-intake-in-1981-toyota-pickup/177525 "2021-06-25T14:52:33Z")
How can I get better air flow to intake ? --- ## [2016 GMC Terrain - AC issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-terrain-ac-issues/177650)
**Author:** [@EvaHBishop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EvaHBishop)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2021, 2:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-gmc-terrain-ac-issues/177650 "2021-06-25T02:42:15Z")
A/C is not cooling. I turn off the ignition and a fan continues to run for 10 minutes with key removed and doors locked. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=344) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=346)