# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=359 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 360 --- ## [Very expensive headlight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-expensive-headlight/176515)
**Author:** [@hcoatesfbg\_175013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hcoatesfbg_175013)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-expensive-headlight/176515 "2021-05-15T21:06:35Z")
How can changing my headlight cost $1000.00? It did on my 2014 Cadillac CTS VSport, the ballast and the bulb needed replacement and required the front fascia being R&R. --- ## [Glow Plug Control Module Questions - 2011 Jetta TDI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glow-plug-control-module-questions-2011-jetta-tdi/176834)
**Author:** [@joey\_175246](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joey_175246)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/glow-plug-control-module-questions-2011-jetta-tdi/176834 "2021-05-15T20:34:24Z")
I have a 2011 Jetta TDI that blows white smoke out of the exhaust and engine compartment until it is very warmed up (no smoke on idle). I’m getting codes such as P13D6 for multiple cylinders which indicates a glow plug c… --- ## [The world's most beautiful gas stations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-worlds-most-beautiful-gas-stations/176825)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-worlds-most-beautiful-gas-stations/176825 "2021-05-15T20:12:36Z")
Unfortunately, there is no info regarding where these stations are located, but suffice it to say that Goober and Gomer would be envious. Wally’s Fillin’ Station was nothing like these places. --- ## [Gears not shifting - linkage has slipped off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gears-not-shifting-linkage-has-slipped-off/176815)
**Author:** [@66caravel\_175236](https://community.cartalk.com/u/66caravel_175236)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gears-not-shifting-linkage-has-slipped-off/176815 "2021-05-15T15:40:07Z")
Hello. I have a 2006 Chevy Suburban 2500 8.1. I was at a Jiffy lube when the gear shift in the cab stopped working. I could not shift gears. One of the techs looked at it and said the shifting linkage had slipped off and… --- ## [2009 Audi A3 Shifting Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a3-shifting-issue/176794)
**Author:** [@CHONKER95](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CHONKER95)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 3:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-audi-a3-shifting-issue/176794 "2021-05-15T15:09:00Z")
Hi Guys and Gals! I recently purchased a 2009 Audi A3 with the 2.0T engine and six speed dual clutch transmission. It’s having an issue where after driving for a while when downshifting from 3rd to 2nd gear, the RPMs wi… --- ## [Rusty bed spring noise from front end of my Tucson when going over bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-bed-spring-noise-from-front-end-of-my-tucson-when-going-over-bumps/176827)
**Author:** [@violetpilot\_175239](https://community.cartalk.com/u/violetpilot_175239)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-bed-spring-noise-from-front-end-of-my-tucson-when-going-over-bumps/176827 "2021-05-15T13:38:55Z")
Hi! I am stuck and out of money. Ever since I got the tires changed on my 2013 Tucson (2 years ago), I’ve had a noise from the right front tire when going over bumps. I know for sure it is because I have recorded the sou… --- ## [2011 Volkswagen Golf - Diesel is dead?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-volkswagen-golf-diesel-is-dead/176758)
**Author:** [@Dennis26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis26)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-volkswagen-golf-diesel-is-dead/176758 "2021-05-14T13:38:50Z")
While driving my diesel 2011 VW Golf, the engine suddenly slowed down and came to a complete halt. A yellow warning light appeared indicating the diesel engine pre-flow system was switched on. The warning light was solid… --- ## [Help me please desperate confused lady looking for answers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-please-desperate-confused-lady-looking-for-answers/176806)
**Author:** [@gbuszmanning\_175229](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gbuszmanning_175229)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 5:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-please-desperate-confused-lady-looking-for-answers/176806 "2021-05-15T05:44:16Z")
Can a cam sensor fault be caused by changing a timing belt/water pump on a Land Rover freelander 2? it ran like the timing belt was a tooth out but it wasn’t it was just showing a cam sensor fault but the issues started … --- ## [Coolant doesn't drain as much as stated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-doesnt-drain-as-much-as-stated/176797)
**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2021, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-doesnt-drain-as-much-as-stated/176797 "2021-05-15T02:48:15Z")
Sorry to ask such a simple question but I don’t know where I could get this kind of info. I drained my coolant through that plastic plug under the radiator area and according to my manual it is supposed to be 1.4gallons … --- ## [2017 GMC Acadia - Trans slips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-trans-slips/176756)
**Author:** [@KONegative](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KONegative)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-acadia-trans-slips/176756 "2021-05-14T19:20:24Z")
2017 Acadia Denali slips shifting from 2nd to 3rd 50% of the time. Two trips to the dealer and one to a transmission shop. It doesn’t do it for them, so they say there is nothing wrong. Anyone else have this; or, does… --- ## [Questions about ecu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-about-ecu/176791)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 1:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-about-ecu/176791 "2021-05-14T13:03:45Z")
I bought a 2011 v6 mustang January of this year. It came with a few mods including cold air intake, 3.73 gears and axleback exhaust. It also came with a tsx tuner that uses the itsx app. At the time I knew very little ab… --- ## [Who was driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-was-driving/176225)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 3:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-was-driving/176225 "2021-05-14T03:28:20Z")
At this point, it looks like nobody was sitting behind the wheel prior to this horrific crash: --- ## [2016 Chevy Traverse, pop/grind when turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-traverse-pop-grind-when-turning/176779)
**Author:** [@Bullfinch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bullfinch)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevy-traverse-pop-grind-when-turning/176779 "2021-05-14T02:16:58Z")
2016 Chevy Traverse, 107k. Intermittent popping/grinding sound when I turn the steering wheel. Not everytime. I took it in to my shop today and they said the power steering and suspension all looks fine (I don’t know … --- ## [2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 RWD Jolt/pop after full brake stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-silverado-1500-rwd-jolt-pop-after-full-brake-stop/176781)
**Author:** [@jsmi5391](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsmi5391)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2021, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevy-silverado-1500-rwd-jolt-pop-after-full-brake-stop/176781 "2021-05-14T00:33:22Z")
Bear with my as I try to describe this issue. After coming to a stop from medium to high speeds (35mph+) my truck does makes a quick jolt and along popping sound. The “pop” sounds like someone striking an anvil with a … --- ## [Advice for buying used car- Mitsubishi, Kia, Hyundai, or Nissan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-buying-used-car-mitsubishi-kia-hyundai-or-nissan/176579)
**Author:** [@JJ\_168268](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JJ_168268)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-buying-used-car-mitsubishi-kia-hyundai-or-nissan/176579 "2021-05-13T21:49:56Z")
I need to buy a used car and would like some advice on certain makes. I have always owned Honda CRVs or Jeeps. I know Hondas are awesome so they’re always in consideration, but the ones I’m seeing in my price range are 1… --- ## [Mustang GT Hesitation,Wheels, and Fuel Guage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-gt-hesitation-wheels-and-fuel-guage/176786)
**Author:** [@chrisgm1998\_175216](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisgm1998_175216)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-gt-hesitation-wheels-and-fuel-guage/176786 "2021-05-13T21:22:58Z")
I recently bought this 2007 mustang with 160k miles, when I got it the fuel guage would only go half way and be erratic on its journey to becoming empty. When it hit empty I could still drive a few miles before truly bei… --- ## [2019 Infiniti QX50 is under warranty but needed new control arm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-infiniti-qx50-is-under-warranty-but-needed-new-control-arm/176738)
**Author:** [@sharik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sharik)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-infiniti-qx50-is-under-warranty-but-needed-new-control-arm/176738 "2021-05-13T17:29:42Z")
I have a 2019 Infiniti QX50 when I bought it it had 13,000 miles, it has 34,000 now. I had to replace a control arm last September and this week. It is under warranty , but something doesn’t sound right about this. Ca… --- ## [2017 Nissan Rogue caught fire in the driveway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-caught-fire-in-the-driveway/176746)
**Author:** [@Kwrigh1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kwrigh1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-rogue-caught-fire-in-the-driveway/176746 "2021-05-13T04:33:12Z")
My 2017 Nissan Rogue sport SL AWD caught fire in my drive way --- ## [2009 Subaru Outback - Engine oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-outback-engine-oil/144792)
**Author:** [@DEIDREBRAINERD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DEIDREBRAINERD)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-outback-engine-oil/144792 "2021-05-13T04:28:33Z")
My son adopted my 2009 subaru outback and recently blew the engine. He swears the oil light never came on, he passed his inspection with emissions a few months before. I had to scrap the car. Recently I hear that this mo… --- ## [Owner Manual for UK Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owner-manual-for-uk-car/176750)
**Author:** [@ellakuehl\_175186](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ellakuehl_175186)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owner-manual-for-uk-car/176750 "2021-05-13T03:32:26Z")
I own a Volkswagen vehicle purchased in the UK, therefore with the driver on the right side. I lost my owner manual and want to purchase a used one and am wondering whether there is an actual difference between manuals f… --- ## [2003 Pontiac Grand Am - Revs unexpectedly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-pontiac-grand-am-revs-unexpectedly/176771)
**Author:** [@cutie12345](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cutie12345)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-pontiac-grand-am-revs-unexpectedly/176771 "2021-05-13T00:43:39Z")
hi i have been having problems with my car revving up to 2 or 3 when on highway and doesnt go down i had changed the spark plugs, the throttle position sensor, and the idle air control motor but car still is doing the sa… --- ## [1984 Cadillac DeVille - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-cadillac-deville-oil-consumption/176526)
**Author:** [@Bcod1987](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bcod1987)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 11:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-cadillac-deville-oil-consumption/176526 "2021-05-12T23:55:37Z")
I have an 84 cadillac sedan deville roadster and the problem is its going through oil like its water it started off low I topped it off the next day I checked it to be sure it was good so drove after about 30 mins it sta… --- ## [2002 Ford Thunderbird’s brake pedal depressing to floor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-thunderbird-s-brake-pedal-depressing-to-floor/176744)
**Author:** [@WilliamWagner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WilliamWagner)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-thunderbird-s-brake-pedal-depressing-to-floor/176744 "2021-05-12T21:39:38Z")
Brake pedal depresses low(close to floor) while braking and can result in driver’s foot touching both the gas pedal and brake pedal simultaneously. Dangerous result is that the engine accelerates while in gear at the sam… --- ## [96 thunderbird revs up to 2000 rpm when started](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-thunderbird-revs-up-to-2000-rpm-when-started/176721)
**Author:** [@Nurturantquasar\_175165](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nurturantquasar_175165)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-thunderbird-revs-up-to-2000-rpm-when-started/176721 "2021-05-12T20:49:42Z")
I replaced the idle air control valve on my 96 thunderbird with the 4.6 v8 and now when I start it up it revs to 2100 rpm before going to idle instead of a normal 1500rpm. I’ve checked for vaccum leaks and leaks around t… --- ## [2008 Ford F250 - Loses power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-f250-loses-power/176646)
**Author:** [@GilbertLucero](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GilbertLucero)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-f250-loses-power/176646 "2021-05-12T18:45:25Z")
After driving 10 miles or so truck looses power. If you stop and start again no power in any gear, low ,drive . It wont down shift, or kick down into another gear. Truck only has 73,000 miles, and looks like new. I repla… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet 1500 - nothing happens when I turn the key](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-1500-nothing-happens-when-i-turn-the-key/176736)
**Author:** [@larry11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larry11)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 4:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-1500-nothing-happens-when-i-turn-the-key/176736 "2021-05-12T16:16:49Z")
turn the key to start but nothing happens,lights come on but will not start,can turn the key many times and might turn over, it might stay running --- ## [03 Chevy issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-chevy-issues/176716)
**Author:** [@sarahjudahh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarahjudahh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 4:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/03-chevy-issues/176716 "2021-05-12T16:00:17Z")
I have a 03 Chevy Silverado 1500. It’s had trouble starting for a couple months, now it starts up and will die right afterwards every now and then. Sometimes it’ll idle rough at lights like it’s gonna die but never has. … --- ## [2016 kia optima headlight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-optima-headlight/176727)
**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-optima-headlight/176727 "2021-05-12T15:56:47Z")
I have a 2016 kia optima. It was crushed by a tractor trailor when the driver backed up at a light and pushed the whole front end in. Anyway, 2 new headlight assemblies were installed by the collision repair place. I’m a… --- ## [Can you mount a Longitudinal engine transversally?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-mount-a-longitudinal-engine-transversally/176621)
**Author:** [@Jeremiah53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeremiah53)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-mount-a-longitudinal-engine-transversally/176621 "2021-05-12T15:42:40Z")
If I wanted to, could I mount a longitudinal engine transversely? So let’s say I have a V6 in my car that is trasnverse and I wanted to put a V8 in there. Could I put it in transversley? --- ## [My new tires (and old rims) are shiny - why?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-tires-and-old-rims-are-shiny-why/176583)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-new-tires-and-old-rims-are-shiny-why/176583 "2021-05-12T14:21:25Z")
I bought 5 new tires Monday (yay!): Hankook Kinergy \[Kinetic+Energy?\] STs, bought from Tire Rack, installed at the cheapest bidder, a Firestone near my gym (so I could work out while they worked). They and the rims (I a… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=358) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=360)