# Latest

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=404

[Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md)

**Page:** 405

---

## [2019 Nissan Altima - Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-stalls/173484)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@joannduty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joannduty)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 22, 2020, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-nissan-altima-stalls/173484 "2020-12-22T12:58:31Z")

</div>

car stalled at red light

---

## [Rust on disc brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-on-disc-brakes/173479)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@aaasimp\_173044](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aaasimp_173044)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 22, 2020, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rust-on-disc-brakes/173479 "2020-12-22T12:24:25Z")

</div>

Hi there. I’m currently looking to buy a used car but am pretty inexperienced when it comes to checking for potential issues. I’m close to making an offer for a 2015 fiesta which seems to be in pretty good condition but …

---

## [Expensive Volvo Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expensive-volvo-repair/173336)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@VOLVO-V70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VOLVO-V70)\
**Replies:** 67\
**Last updated:** [December 22, 2020, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/expensive-volvo-repair/173336 "2020-12-22T02:24:28Z")

</div>

To reinforce the advice so many here give about buying used European vehicles . Most of the time it is that it would be best to avoid if you can’t afford the repairs. Our 2010 Volvo V10 is in the dealer shop because th…

---

## [Check Engine Light on After Engine Replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-after-engine-replaced/89612)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@joalmoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joalmoore)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-on-after-engine-replaced/89612 "2020-12-21T21:40:09Z")

</div>

Hi, so I'm hoping someone can help me get clarity on this issue. Last year I started having engine problems with my Hyundai Sonata. I got a quick code read done a advanced auto and it came back as the camshaft timing ove…

---

## [2014 Passat S 1.8 5MT - Warm Engine Rattling/Clacking at idle (PLEASE HELP)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-passat-s-1-8-5mt-warm-engine-rattling-clacking-at-idle-please-help/173513)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@robsbarone007\_173065](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robsbarone007_173065)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-passat-s-1-8-5mt-warm-engine-rattling-clacking-at-idle-please-help/173513 "2020-12-21T20:54:41Z")

</div>

This noise starts only after the engine has warmed up, and not when cold…There is no performance loss, no vibrations - just a loud diesel-like rattling and clacking that’s noticeable at idle when stopped. The noise almos…

---

## [2003 Toyota Avalon - Engine issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-avalon-engine-issues/173515)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@derikling31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/derikling31)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-avalon-engine-issues/173515 "2020-12-21T20:33:32Z")

</div>

during acceleration the engine bogs down, looses power, making loud noises

---

## [Turning on headlights rolls down driver window completely](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-on-headlights-rolls-down-driver-window-completely/173470)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@quentinsmithphone\_162532](https://community.cartalk.com/u/quentinsmithphone_162532)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-on-headlights-rolls-down-driver-window-completely/173470 "2020-12-21T18:14:19Z")

</div>

This is just one weird electronic issue my car seems to be having as there are a couple other minor things that have happened. Can’t roll it back up without turning the lights off, and then trying again it usually doesn…

---

## [Help please! :)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please/173501)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@emy1293](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emy1293)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-please/173501 "2020-12-21T16:54:28Z")

</div>

Can any of you boy help me with my car mazda 3 2014? :slight\_smile:

---

## [2015 Tesla Model S - Clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-tesla-model-s-clicks/173493)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Diekroeger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diekroeger)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-tesla-model-s-clicks/173493 "2020-12-21T16:05:29Z")

</div>

While charging 2015 Tesla Model S 85D, a clicking sound comes from the charge port area. What is causing this?

---

## [Prius' brakes in the rain!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brakes-in-the-rain/79286)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Tony\_Grace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tony_Grace)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brakes-in-the-rain/79286 "2020-12-21T15:29:34Z")

</div>

Every single time it rains, our 2005 Prius' brakes tend to go haywire-and just when we need them the most. They back breaks lock up, bringing the car to a jolt and throwing us forward. Sometimes it feels like it won't br…

---

## [Need help with carshiping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-carshiping/173424)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Zisame\_172809](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zisame_172809)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-carshiping/173424 "2020-12-20T23:12:24Z")

</div>

I want to buy a car from another state and have it transported. But I don’t know how to do it, because I\`ve never used a shipping carrier for a vehicle before.There are many things to consider when moving a vehicle, my b…

---

## [Piston rings, valve guides or what?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piston-rings-valve-guides-or-what/172812)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@zoleckiadam\_172634](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zoleckiadam_172634)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 5:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piston-rings-valve-guides-or-what/172812 "2020-12-21T05:52:16Z")

</div>

2003 ford focus 2.3l, 5 speed manual with about 146k on it. I pulled the head after the misfire was diagnosed as a blown head gasket, which it was not and found an exhaust valve cracked. I replaced it, all seals and gask…

---

## [87’ Volvo 240 DL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-volvo-240-dl/173352)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@hot\_heels](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hot_heels)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/87-volvo-240-dl/173352 "2020-12-21T05:30:25Z")

</div>

I’m looking to buy an 87’ 240 DL. Four door. I found one for $2000. I’m in Los Angeles. It just passed smog. Over 180 thousand miles. It’s been maintained well. Any advice about price or types of problems with this ye…

---

## [Turn Car Engine into Home Generator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-car-engine-into-home-generator/90573)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@03EscapeV64WD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/03EscapeV64WD)\
**Replies:** 55\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-car-engine-into-home-generator/90573 "2020-12-21T02:10:02Z")

</div>

Has any body heard of or know someone who has converted a car motor into a home generator? I have an old car with a destroyed transmission and hate to see the rebuilt engine go to waste. What are some detailed physical/e…

---

## [Hydroplanning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydroplanning/173295)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Josue-2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josue-2)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 21, 2020, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydroplanning/173295 "2020-12-21T00:15:16Z")

</div>

I’m wondering about my car i heard it has good tires for now a month ago but, I think its ready to change them because when I go from a stop sign my power wheel doesnt grip the road and i think its spinning out on it. I …

---

## [Leaking Power Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-power-steering/173482)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@glennst1011\_160276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glennst1011_160276)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-power-steering/173482 "2020-12-20T22:48:27Z")

</div>

Need some advice. I decided to flush my old power steering fluid. Did the technique where I raised the front wheels, disconnected return line to pump, turned the steering wheel max to max pumping fluid into bucket. I add…

---

## [2014 Kia Sorento replacement nav gets my state wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sorento-replacement-nav-gets-my-state-wrong/173440)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Johnston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Johnston)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 10:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-sorento-replacement-nav-gets-my-state-wrong/173440 "2020-12-20T22:34:20Z")

</div>

Have new Navigation card placed in my radio. I had to replace my radio with another one same make and model, used. Works perfectly except when I input my destination it always reverts to Illinois as the state and I am u…

---

## [2012 Ford Edge - Rear camera trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-edge-rear-camera-trouble/173481)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@nigropi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nigropi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-edge-rear-camera-trouble/173481 "2020-12-20T22:07:24Z")

</div>

rear camera not working

---

## [2015 Avalon v. AWD RAV/CRV? Winter Weather Driving Safety?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-avalon-v-awd-rav-crv-winter-weather-driving-safety/173450)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Mark52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark52)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-avalon-v-awd-rav-crv-winter-weather-driving-safety/173450 "2020-12-20T21:46:42Z")

</div>

Hi, I am contemplating buying a used Avalon 2015. Nice car, I had an older Avalon and loved it. The ride is great. The seats are comfortable. As I look to another car purchase, I was thinking about a CRV or RAV bc of the…

---

## [2008 Subaru Tribeca vibrates at 35-55 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-tribeca-vibrates-at-35-55-mph/173455)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@PeterPetit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeterPetit)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-tribeca-vibrates-at-35-55-mph/173455 "2020-12-20T21:16:14Z")

</div>

When accelerating between 35mph and 55mph experience a vibration.

---

## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic CEL came back on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-cel-came-back-on/173443)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@PJSims](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PJSims)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-cel-came-back-on/173443 "2020-12-20T21:03:48Z")

</div>

Engine light comes on after failed remote start. Next few days, engine light stays on after key start, Replaced Spark plugs coolant sensor, gas sensor, throttle body, Removed & replaced exhaust pipe, muffler & exhaust…

---

## [2011 Dodge Ram 3500 won't go in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-ram-3500-wont-go-in-reverse/173472)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Sambo14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sambo14)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-ram-3500-wont-go-in-reverse/173472 "2020-12-20T20:22:35Z")

</div>

I will not go in reverse. Nor will it move forward or reverse in 4 low. It does go forward in regular drive.

---

## [Settle a bet: Jaguar V-16 Engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/settle-a-bet-jaguar-v-16-engine/48630)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@mleich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mleich)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/settle-a-bet-jaguar-v-16-engine/48630 "2020-12-20T18:27:54Z")

</div>

A friend insists that Jaguar made a car in the 1980's with a V-16. I only remember a V-12. V-16's haven't been made since the 1930's, right? I can find a Cadillac V-16 using a web search but no Jag.

---

## [2014 Chevrolet Traverse - Rear vision failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-traverse-rear-vision-failure/173416)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Skoob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skoob)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-traverse-rear-vision-failure/173416 "2020-12-20T14:53:17Z")

</div>

“Service rear vision system” has popped up and I’ve been unable to use my backup up camera for close to a year now. Not sure if it’s a fuse issue or electrical issue that I need to take in and have checked out.

---

## [Coolant System Bubble Removal Procedure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-system-bubble-removal-procedure/173428)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@riverofwind](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riverofwind)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-system-bubble-removal-procedure/173428 "2020-12-20T14:43:19Z")

</div>

Hi I have a quick question. I have to use specially formulated BMW coolant (the blue stuff, I think ammonia nitrate free or something like that?) for my 2002 BMW 330 Ci. In the instructions on the coolant bottle it says …

---

## [Caliper Bracket - Difficult To Get Leverage/Space With Breaker Bar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caliper-bracket-difficult-to-get-leverage-space-with-breaker-bar/173397)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Daniel-237](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel-237)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caliper-bracket-difficult-to-get-leverage-space-with-breaker-bar/173397 "2020-12-20T14:13:52Z")

</div>

I’ve been spending days trying to take out the caliper bracket off my VW Passat. I’m trying to replace pads and rotors for the rear. The bracket bolts are in a difficult spot for me to insert a breaker bar and get levera…

---

## [2004 Ford Expedition - Electronic gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-electronic-gremlins/173407)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Jeffbooth1258](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffbooth1258)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-expedition-electronic-gremlins/173407 "2020-12-20T14:02:01Z")

</div>

2004 ford exbetion power door locks just quit working including the back hatch also the radio does not shut off it keeps playing after you shut the door and will shut off in a few minuets

---

## [1985 K5 blazer starter problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-k5-blazer-starter-problems/173458)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@Edawnived](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edawnived)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 11:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-k5-blazer-starter-problems/173458 "2020-12-20T11:39:41Z")

</div>

I’m hoping someone here can tell me what my issue is. I have a 1985 Chevy K5 Blazer, the starter was grinding horribly so I replaced it with a brand new last night and it started perfect. I wake up amd start working on i…

---

## [Dodge starting problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-starting-problem/173459)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@oTiqer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oTiqer)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-starting-problem/173459 "2020-12-20T04:22:19Z")

</div>

Hi so I’m having a starting problem on a 1999 dodge Dakota 3.9l. The vehicle turns on when I press on the throttle but turns off if I let go. I’ve tried changing the IAC valve but it still occurs. Would anyone know what…

---

## [1999 Chevrolet S-10 - Cold heat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-s-10-cold-heat/173422)

<div class="topic-metadata">

**Author:** [@larrywbrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larrywbrown)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 20, 2020, 3:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-chevrolet-s-10-cold-heat/173422 "2020-12-20T03:02:48Z")

</div>

Heater dont biow hpt air

[Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=403)

[Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=405)
