# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=37 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 38 --- ## [2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Once-sided AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-hybrid-once-sided-ac/199950)
**Author:** [@ToyotaJocky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ToyotaJocky)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2025, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-hybrid-once-sided-ac/199950 "2025-04-26T00:58:22Z")
Heat/AC flows weakly from drivers window side vent and not at all from driver side center vent. Heat/AC for passenger side works fine. Can anyone identify probable cause --- ## [What will be my next service for Acura RDX 2015 model?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-will-be-my-next-service-for-acura-rdx-2015-model/199982)
**Author:** [@abhisheks77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abhisheks77)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-will-be-my-next-service-for-acura-rdx-2015-model/199982 "2025-04-25T22:39:15Z")
Hi. I have Acura RDX 2015 model. It is at 59,690 miles and 15% oil left currently. But I don’t see any alert or code for upcoming service. I want to give to mechanic shop earlier than codes will appear (due to some pers… --- ## [All power windows 2001](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-power-windows-2001/199984)
**Author:** [@Helen-Joseph](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Helen-Joseph)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-power-windows-2001/199984 "2025-04-25T22:18:05Z")
Pontiac grand prix 2001, none of the power windows will work, There is no fuse. Just the metal 25amp circuit breaker with the regular fuses. Everything else power works fine, just no windows. Manual shows no other locat… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Colorado - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-starting-issues/199981)
**Author:** [@GB27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GB27)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-colorado-starting-issues/199981 "2025-04-25T01:21:03Z")
Several times I will turn the key on and no power. I disconnect the negative battery terminal for a few seconds and then I can start the vehicle. The negative battery terminal has quick disconnect for when I am towing be… --- ## [Mechanic destryoed my engine tuning a DOD delete that he performed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-destryoed-my-engine-tuning-a-dod-delete-that-he-performed/199880)
**Author:** [@wesp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesp)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-destryoed-my-engine-tuning-a-dod-delete-that-he-performed/199880 "2025-04-24T17:23:05Z")
I sent my escalade to a mechanic to address lifter failure on cylinder 4. He suggested a dod delete kit… long story short, I took his advice and went that route. He replaced the entire top end! Cam, heads, everything. Wh… --- ## [4x4 Meaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4x4-meaning/199965)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4x4-meaning/199965 "2025-04-24T16:30:56Z")
Originally I thought it meant a 4 speed transmission and 4 wheel drive, back in the older days. Now I guess it means 4 wheels and 4 wheel drive. Could a dually be a 6x4 or 6x6 maybe even a 6x2(front wheel drive)? Could a… --- ## [2001 Toyota timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-timing-belt/199957)
**Author:** [@krisbarnes89\_193460](https://community.cartalk.com/u/krisbarnes89_193460)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-timing-belt/199957 "2025-04-24T16:27:01Z")
I recently had to replace my oil pump seal doing so I had to take the timing belt off without getting to much into it or blaming people that helped we didn’t mark the timing belt right and is no longer lined up right. Wh… --- ## [Head Gasket Leak Test Guidance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-leak-test-guidance/199962)
**Author:** [@pokemonyouandme123\_193319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokemonyouandme123_193319)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-gasket-leak-test-guidance/199962 "2025-04-24T00:22:09Z")
Hoping to get some guidance on how to use this device. So while the car is cold open either the coolant reservoir lid. Start the car and wait for it to get to operating temperature. Insert device into reservoir and s… --- ## [2018 Jeep Compass -Wiggly front end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-compass-wiggly-front-end/199964)
**Author:** [@emmawalter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emmawalter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2025, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-compass-wiggly-front-end/199964 "2025-04-23T22:00:40Z")
I have taken my car to different repair shops including chrysler dealer ships’ they all say the same thing that nothing is wrong. Well I disagree because the front is still wiggling just the slightest whenever my car is … --- ## [ABS issue with 2010 Mercury Mariner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-issue-with-2010-mercury-mariner/199959)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chrisq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_Chrisq)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-issue-with-2010-mercury-mariner/199959 "2025-04-22T19:54:45Z")
I have a 2010 Mercury Mariner that my wife really loves. The ABS system has failed and our mechanic has been trying to source a new one. Unfortunately, Ford no longer makes them and the mechanic hasn’t been able to sourc… --- ## [Mercedes 2018 GLC 300 - Check Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-2018-glc-300-check-engine-light/199958)
**Author:** [@2robertc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2robertc)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-2018-glc-300-check-engine-light/199958 "2025-04-22T16:23:32Z")
Hi - So my check engine light has been going on and off for at least the last year or two. It’s been to the dealer a couple of times and they have not been able to diagnosis the problem until recently when on 4/8 they to… --- ## [Parts for strut replacement, 1988 Chevrolet Nova / Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-strut-replacement-1988-chevrolet-nova-toyota-corolla/199924)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-for-strut-replacement-1988-chevrolet-nova-toyota-corolla/199924 "2025-04-22T14:10:24Z")
I am planning a batch of repair and maintenance for a 1988 Chevrolet Nova (comparable to a Toyota Corolla) with 277000 miles on it. Since both of the first two items should be followed by alignment, I am preparing to do … --- ## [8mm×1.25 22mm socket head cap screw](https://community.cartalk.com/t/8mmx1-25-22mm-socket-head-cap-screw/199798)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 5:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/8mmx1-25-22mm-socket-head-cap-screw/199798 "2025-04-22T05:14:09Z")
I need 1. Hardware and home stores have it in 20 and 25 mm, too short and too long. Mail-order places sell packs of 10; 1 should last the rest of my life. I asked AutoZone. Would any auto place have this? It’s for … --- ## [Replace starter in 2018 Subaru Outback, 2.5i Premium engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-starter-in-2018-subaru-outback-2-5i-premium-engine/199654)
**Author:** [@john\_lindblom\_197608](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john_lindblom_197608)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2025, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-starter-in-2018-subaru-outback-2-5i-premium-engine/199654 "2025-04-22T01:38:49Z")
The starter in my Subaru Outback (2.5i Premium engine) has over 100,000 miles on it. I tried to remove it and found the lower nut holding the starter in place is very tight. Any suggestions on how to remove the nut is mo… --- ## [Best way to keep mice out of my car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-keep-mice-out-of-my-car/199894)
**Author:** [@GarageCRX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GarageCRX)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2025, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-keep-mice-out-of-my-car/199894 "2025-04-21T18:10:10Z")
Hey all— First time posting, but I’ve been dealing with mice for years now, and I’m losing my mind. I’ve tried everything … peppermint oil, traps, soap bars. Wanted to reach out cus a buddy of mine said he’s been using … --- ## [Lookup info about whether trunk can hold full-size spare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lookup-info-about-whether-trunk-can-hold-full-size-spare/151219)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2025, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lookup-info-about-whether-trunk-can-hold-full-size-spare/151219 "2025-04-20T21:39:52Z")
For a relative’s 2003 Toyota Corolla CE, I am preparing to replace four nine-year-old tires currently mounted, plus the 18-year-old compact spare in the trunk. Is there a straightforward way to look up whether the trunk’… --- ## [Create more leg space in sedan with two car seats in back?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/create-more-leg-space-in-sedan-with-two-car-seats-in-back/199914)
**Author:** [@pokemonyouandme123\_193319](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pokemonyouandme123_193319)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2025, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/create-more-leg-space-in-sedan-with-two-car-seats-in-back/199914 "2025-04-20T00:37:13Z")
2014 Acura TSX, Tall person with two car seats in the back of this car. Knees up against dash as driver. Looking to create some more leg room. Any suggestions? This is a “luxury” vehicle with thick padded bucket seats.… --- ## [Torque for oil pan drain plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-for-oil-pan-drain-plug/93829)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/torque-for-oil-pan-drain-plug/93829 "2025-04-19T23:22:36Z")
How do I find the specified torque for the drain plug for the oil pan on my car? This information is not in the owner's manual or the service manual (which I have). This is for a 1988 Chevrolet Nova (comparable to a T… --- ## [Replacement for hose between charcoal cannister and purge valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-hose-between-charcoal-cannister-and-purge-valve/176392)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacement-for-hose-between-charcoal-cannister-and-purge-valve/176392 "2025-04-19T18:37:00Z")
I need to replace the short hose from the charcoal cannister to the purge valve. I am not sure how to search for this part. Is it a specific part for the car model, or do I just need to get some tubing for EEC use, bent … --- ## [2015 Subaru Crosstrek - Do I need lower control arms?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-crosstrek-do-i-need-lower-control-arms/199911)
**Author:** [@Ella59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ella59)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-crosstrek-do-i-need-lower-control-arms/199911 "2025-04-19T15:46:30Z")
I went in for 6 month oil change at dealership. I was told I needed front lower complete control arms because the bushings inside the arms are cracked. Is this normal for 2015 Subaru Crosstrek, 51,000 miles in Arizona? $… --- ## [‘The Lack Of Science In Road Design Is Deadly’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-lack-of-science-in-road-design-is-deadly/199920)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 12:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-lack-of-science-in-road-design-is-deadly/199920 "2025-04-19T12:07:09Z")
Dr. Wes Marshall, a professor of civil engineering at the University of Colorado Denver, in his book Killed By A Traffic Engineer: Shattering the Delusion that Science Underlies our Transportation System, digs into the s… --- ## [Marketplace reports on auto insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-reports-on-auto-insurance/199861)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-reports-on-auto-insurance/199861 "2025-04-19T03:27:45Z")
--- ## [Window regulator part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-regulator-part/199904)
**Author:** [@Daveco417\_193423](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daveco417_193423)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2025, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-regulator-part/199904 "2025-04-17T22:39:06Z")
I have a 1983 Buick riviera convertible. Driver door window requires new regulator per my mechanic. He is asking me to provide the part. The one I have showed him is not the right one. Does anyone have a link to one I ca… --- ## [Favorite car song](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-car-song/199694)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2025, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/favorite-car-song/199694 "2025-04-16T18:08:24Z")
NRPS 15 days under the hood. Just for fun what is yours? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-Tzhonhkd4 --- ## [2024 Ford F-150 - Feels like locked braked when in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-ford-f-150-feels-like-locked-braked-when-in-reverse/199891)
**Author:** [@Wineman262](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wineman262)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2025, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2024-ford-f-150-feels-like-locked-braked-when-in-reverse/199891 "2025-04-16T17:31:10Z")
When backing up get jerku motion, feals like brakes locking up. --- ## [Jeep that dripped “flaming fireballs” as it strained beyond its capacity to push vehicles on board ship](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-that-dripped-flaming-fireballs-as-it-strained-beyond-its-capacity-to-push-vehicles-on-board-ship/199892)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2025, 6:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-that-dripped-flaming-fireballs-as-it-strained-beyond-its-capacity-to-push-vehicles-on-board-ship/199892 "2025-04-15T18:50:55Z")
https://www.9news.com/article/news/nation-world/cargo-ship-deadly-fire-ntsb-findings-port-newark-july-2023/507-139b60ff-d25b-406e-8c46-2d4e0035fa77 --- ## [Radio will not save presets after igniton off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-will-not-save-presets-after-igniton-off/199884)
**Author:** [@nophilangie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nophilangie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2025, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-will-not-save-presets-after-igniton-off/199884 "2025-04-15T00:18:18Z")
Okay be ready for a longish post and please bare with me its all relevant to the issue. To start we are working on a 1988 Chevy Astro Van Cargo, only has 2 front dash speakers. When I first purchased the vehicle their … --- ## [My Friend's Daughter's Philippine Market Toyota 2024 Vios - Observations:](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-friends-daughters-philippine-market-toyota-2024-vios-observations/199878)
**Author:** [@ChrisTheTireWhisperer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisTheTireWhisperer)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-friends-daughters-philippine-market-toyota-2024-vios-observations/199878 "2025-04-14T23:53:30Z")
My Friend’s Daughter’s Philippine Market Toyota 2024 Vios - Observations: It’s a plain vanilla Vios, know in North America as the Yaris. However, there’s a few things about it that I feel leave the U.S. market versio… --- ## [Do ceramic brake pads wear rotors faster?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-ceramic-brake-pads-wear-rotors-faster/199845)
**Author:** [@SiteYanis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SiteYanis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-ceramic-brake-pads-wear-rotors-faster/199845 "2025-04-14T18:46:09Z")
Hey Everyone, I recently got ceramic brake pads installed on my car and someone mentioned they might wear down my rotors quicker than semi-metallic ones. Is there any truth to that? I like the cleaner performance and l… --- ## [2013 Honda CR-V - 2 bad purge valves?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-2-bad-purge-valves/199823)
**Author:** [@wayjoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wayjoy)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-cr-v-2-bad-purge-valves/199823 "2025-04-14T18:40:42Z")
i have been getting a check engine light on my Honda CRV 2013. My mechanic checked code and replaced evap system’s purge valve and vent valve yet problem still persists intermittently. Vehicle has 220,000 kms on it and o… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=36) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=38)