# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=377 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 378 --- ## [Will Electric Vehicles Need Transmission Fluid Changes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-electric-vehicles-need-transmission-fluid-changes/175614)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2021, 3:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-electric-vehicles-need-transmission-fluid-changes/175614 "2021-03-12T03:22:48Z")
Hi Folks, I was researching the maintenance of EVs recently and discovered that the Mustang Mach-E requires its transmission fluid changes at 150 or every 10 years. Yet, the Tesla Model Y does not require it ever. All E… --- ## [Chevy Uplander rear valve cover gaskets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-uplander-rear-valve-cover-gaskets/175602)
**Author:** [@lordshell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lordshell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2021, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-uplander-rear-valve-cover-gaskets/175602 "2021-03-12T02:32:21Z")
I’m helping a neighbor with his 2008 Chevy Uplander. He needs new valve cover gaskets as well as plugs. I discovered I have to pull off the front dog bones and crank the engine forward with a ratchet strap to access th… --- ## [Rear Broken upper shock mount bolt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-broken-upper-shock-mount-bolt/175609)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2021, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-broken-upper-shock-mount-bolt/175609 "2021-03-12T00:28:49Z")
I looked at a 2004 nissan altima yesterday late. The owner had complained about a loud banging in the drivers side rear when he went over bumps. I found that one of the bolts to the upper shock mount were broken. Thes… --- ## [WTF? Got a letter from Subaru saying the CVT transmission may fail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wtf-got-a-letter-from-subaru-saying-the-cvt-transmission-may-fail/126551)
**Author:** [@Lee\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lee_T)\ **Replies:** 171\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wtf-got-a-letter-from-subaru-saying-the-cvt-transmission-may-fail/126551 "2021-03-11T22:34:24Z")
Subaru is extending the warranty on our '16 Outback CVT transmission to 100,000 miles. Obviously they’re failing at a rapid rate and the factory wants to do something about it. The problem is, if our transmission fails a… --- ## [2014 Nissan NV200 -TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-nv200-tpms/175618)
**Author:** [@HoferTennis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HoferTennis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-nv200-tpms/175618 "2021-03-11T21:15:08Z")
Tire pressure light stays on, flashes and you can’t see your mileage or any other information. Had the TPMS checked and sensor changed at dealer and 1 week later came back on. --- ## [O'Reilly's sense of humor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oreillys-sense-of-humor/175608)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oreillys-sense-of-humor/175608 "2021-03-11T20:52:50Z")
… is on display if you search for this product on their website. https://www.oreillyauto.com/flux-500.html?q=flux+capacitor+ --- ## [Check out this cool design contest offered for students by Stellantis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-out-this-cool-design-contest-offered-for-students-by-stellantis/175626)
**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-out-this-cool-design-contest-offered-for-students-by-stellantis/175626 "2021-03-11T17:36:34Z")
Stellantis (or is it FCA? or Chrysler? Who knows?) has kicked off its Drive For Design contest again this year. It’s a great opportunity for high school students to put their automotive design dreams to work. This year, … --- ## [2012 Toyota Yaris - Odd noise from exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-yaris-odd-noise-from-exhaust/175623)
**Author:** [@asandacele](https://community.cartalk.com/u/asandacele)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 5:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-yaris-odd-noise-from-exhaust/175623 "2021-03-11T17:26:42Z")
My car started making a weird noise when I pressed on the accelerator. the sound comes and goes but worries me. I was told that it’s a problem with my exhaust as it may be blocked somehow. could it be the exhaust? --- ## [There's gold in those potholes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theres-gold-in-those-potholes/175625)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theres-gold-in-those-potholes/175625 "2021-03-11T17:07:56Z")
… for the repair shops. --- ## [What pickup to get](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-pickup-to-get/175541)
**Author:** [@trs1\_142189](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trs1_142189)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-pickup-to-get/175541 "2021-03-11T15:16:20Z")
I’m finally ready to part with my 98 Dodge Dakota with the rusted out wheel wells, broken down seat, and worst of all a parking brake bracket that can’t be welded onto the rusted out frame in that area. I’ve been lookin… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Big problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-big-problems/175606)
**Author:** [@Dbaby1234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dbaby1234)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-big-problems/175606 "2021-03-11T13:17:40Z")
My husband was driving and the truck began to smoke (light gray) out the tail pipe. He also put oil in the truck and the oil leaked right out. The car cranks and runs just smokes like crazy. I’ve heard it could be a thro… --- ## ['Bruce Meyers, Who Built the First Fiberglass Dune Buggy, Dies at 94'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bruce-meyers-who-built-the-first-fiberglass-dune-buggy-dies-at-94/175579)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bruce-meyers-who-built-the-first-fiberglass-dune-buggy-dies-at-94/175579 "2021-03-11T13:41:11Z")
--- ## [Can't Identify an Air Hose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-identify-an-air-hose/175615)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-identify-an-air-hose/175615 "2021-03-11T03:34:17Z")
I have a 2005 Buick Century with a 3.1L V6. There is a plastic air hose, about a half inch diameter, connected to the top of the intake air duct, between the mass airflow sensor and throttle body. The other end is connec… --- ## [2005 Hyundai Sonata has trans trouble over 40 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-sonata-has-trans-trouble-over-40-mph/175566)
**Author:** [@Mark49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark49)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2021, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-sonata-has-trans-trouble-over-40-mph/175566 "2021-03-11T01:23:16Z")
She’s my car has difficulty in an automatic transmission going into gear past 40 --- ## [If you own a 2013-2018 Rav-4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2013-2018-rav-4/175596)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-own-a-2013-2018-rav-4/175596 "2021-03-10T22:54:05Z")
… it might be a good idea to NOT park it in your garage or even very close to your house, until this issue is sorted-out: Toyota RAV4 Under Investigation Over Battery Fires - Consumer Reports --- ## [What kind of car should I get](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-should-i-get/175514)
**Author:** [@instock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/instock)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 9:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-should-i-get/175514 "2021-03-10T21:19:13Z")
I’m looking for suggestions for our next family car. It’s me, my wife, and two boys (7yo and 4yo). I’ve been driving a 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep is the “Rocky Mountain Edition”. It’s black with alloy wheels and … --- ## [Lexus CT 200h - Stutters when launched](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-ct-200h-stutters-when-launched/174586)
**Author:** [@Mary37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary37)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-ct-200h-stutters-when-launched/174586 "2021-03-10T19:32:48Z")
I have a Lexus 200H SUV which has the same problem as you described. You step on gas and the car stutters leaving you in a lurch. I bought the car new and Lexus will not do anything about the problem. I have almost be… --- ## [Car Auctions sites](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-auctions-sites/175567)
**Author:** [@sam1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sam1)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-auctions-sites/175567 "2021-03-10T19:08:45Z")
Does any know good sources for Car Auctions? I am looking to buy a slightly used car. I want to look what are my options via car auctions. I googled it and there are so many links not sure which is good one. I assume e… --- ## [2007 Accord Vs. 2010 Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-accord-vs-2010-focus/175555)
**Author:** [@sassafrassquatch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sassafrassquatch)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-accord-vs-2010-focus/175555 "2021-03-10T18:43:31Z")
I’ve got a dellema. I recently had a great opportunity to buy a great truck that I’ve wanted for some time now one of my sedans needs to be sold but I can’t decide which one 2007 Honda accord. 106k miles v6 ex-l Vs 2010… --- ## [Kia Sportage, Cadenza recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-cadenza-recall/175603)
**Author:** [@wentwest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wentwest)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-cadenza-recall/175603 "2021-03-10T04:32:02Z")
I just read this in the New York Times. A very worrying recall of 380,000 vehicles involved, with advice not to park your car in or near a building until it is repaired. NYTimes Cadenza, Sportage recall --- ## [2014 Nissan Maxima - Vibrates in gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-maxima-vibrates-in-gear/175592)
**Author:** [@allenbarber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allenbarber)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 1:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-maxima-vibrates-in-gear/175592 "2021-03-10T01:28:22Z")
why is my 2014 nissan maxima vibrating? when it is in gear. --- ## [2006 Murano Huge Plume of Smoke on Cold Startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-murano-huge-plume-of-smoke-on-cold-startup/175593)
**Author:** [@Jstevenson2400](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jstevenson2400)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-murano-huge-plume-of-smoke-on-cold-startup/175593 "2021-03-10T01:12:34Z")
I drive a 2006 Nissan Murano with 204,000 miles on it. I recently had to replace the alternator as oil was leaking out of the front rocker cover which over time killed the alternator. As I did such I noticed also the oil… --- ## [1997 Ford Ranger - Hard to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-ranger-hard-to-start/175600)
**Author:** [@Julian23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julian23)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2021, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-ford-ranger-hard-to-start/175600 "2021-03-10T00:07:55Z")
1997 ford ranger 6 cyl, hard to start but runs great. will start on the third or fourth try. changed fuel filter, starter and plugs. if i only wait 15 or 30 minutes after i stop it starts right away, but if it sits fo… --- ## [Isopropanol and fuel injectors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isopropanol-and-fuel-injectors/175597)
**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/isopropanol-and-fuel-injectors/175597 "2021-03-09T21:53:06Z")
I am familiar with the use of isopropyl alcohol as a fuel drier and freeze preventer. However, the label of a leading brand now claims “fuel injector cleaner”. Does anyone know the validity of this claim? --- ## [High Mileage 70k+ Infiniti G35 '06 Fuel Injector Cleaner - Will It Help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-70k-infiniti-g35-06-fuel-injector-cleaner-will-it-help/175521)
**Author:** [@sely44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sely44)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage-70k-infiniti-g35-06-fuel-injector-cleaner-will-it-help/175521 "2021-03-09T21:11:11Z")
Hi, My 2006 Infiniti G35x suddenly tanked on gas mileage. I’m guessing it’s the fuel injectors but low gas mileage is the only symptom so far. I’ve never cleaned the FI’s or had them replaced - 70k mi. Is it too late to… --- ## [2013 Equinox Catalytic Converter and O2 Sensor Recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-catalytic-converter-and-o2-sensor-recall/175598)
**Author:** [@edb1961](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edb1961)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-equinox-catalytic-converter-and-o2-sensor-recall/175598 "2021-03-09T19:42:02Z")
Hi all, Just an FYI for any 2012-2013 Equinox owners. I received a voluntary recall notice from Chevrolet to replace both front and rear catalytic converters and O2 sensors due to degradation of catalytic and O2 sensor … --- ## [Cracked Caliber Boot?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-caliber-boot/175403)
**Author:** [@jessmac80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jessmac80)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-caliber-boot/175403 "2021-03-09T20:23:39Z")
Hey all! New here, but just looking for some guidance on a cracked silicone caliber boot? Should I be concerned and fix it immediately? The guy who just did my brakes told me about it. But I’ve never even heard of it so … --- ## [2016 Ford Escape parasitic draw](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-parasitic-draw/175585)
**Author:** [@billgin1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billgin1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-parasitic-draw/175585 "2021-03-09T19:54:42Z")
What causes a parasitic draw on my 2016 Ford Escape battery? --- ## [Replaced IAC valve, but now a different problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-iac-valve-but-now-a-different-problem/175594)
**Author:** [@jmcarc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmcarc)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-iac-valve-but-now-a-different-problem/175594 "2021-03-09T18:32:48Z")
I recently replaced the Idle Air Control valve in my 2005 Buick Century because it was shutting off after starting. Now, it starts OK but after driving for about an hour the idle speed increases and also starts to race. … --- ## [Tired of the computer stuff: seeking recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tired-of-the-computer-stuff-seeking-recommendations/175459)
**Author:** [@MADEnUSA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MADEnUSA)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2021, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tired-of-the-computer-stuff-seeking-recommendations/175459 "2021-03-09T14:24:53Z")
I’m getting tired of all this computer stuff in cars. Can you recommend me year, model and makes? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=376) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=378)