# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=407 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 408 --- ## [No Crank No Start 2004 Explorer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-no-start-2004-explorer/152068)
**Author:** [@strase88\_159370](https://community.cartalk.com/u/strase88_159370)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-no-start-2004-explorer/152068 "2020-12-14T18:13:04Z")
Ok. I have a 2004 Ford Explorer. The car is not cranking when the ignition is turned. New battery so that is not the issue. I am able to get the engine to crank by bypassing the starter relay. Checked the starter re… --- ## [Highway Exit Numbers Changing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-exit-numbers-changing/173074)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 117\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-exit-numbers-changing/173074 "2020-12-14T17:50:14Z")
MA is changing their highway exit numbers to match the mile marker at that exit. According to the article this is becoming (or has become) the national standard. I kinda like the idea…but it’s going to be fun for some pe… --- ## [Now on sale at Harbor Freight!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-on-sale-at-harbor-freight/173078)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/now-on-sale-at-harbor-freight/173078 "2020-12-14T16:28:19Z")
:wink: --- ## [2008 Hyundai Azera seat moves while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-azera-seat-moves-while-driving/173299)
**Author:** [@robby\_khehra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robby_khehra)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-azera-seat-moves-while-driving/173299 "2020-12-14T14:37:01Z")
Driver car seats, automatically starts moving while driving or otherwise. Really frustrating, has to disconnect the wiring of the seat for it to stop moving but that resulted in airbag sign. --- ## [Was this guy nuts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-this-guy-nuts/173282)
**Author:** [@Jay-313](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jay-313)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-this-guy-nuts/173282 "2020-12-14T14:16:56Z")
I just bought a used Avalon. 2007, in pristine condition with 124k miles. I’m friends with the woman who’s new boyfriend sold me the car. It’s so clean that I won’t go to their house if I haven’t washed the car in week.… --- ## [Looking at a 2004 Avalon XLS, what's your opinion regarding value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-2004-avalon-xls-whats-your-opinion-regarding-value/173268)
**Author:** [@nelsonm1017\_172908](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nelsonm1017_172908)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-2004-avalon-xls-whats-your-opinion-regarding-value/173268 "2020-12-14T14:05:18Z")
Hey Folks, I’m considering 2004 Avalon XLS, 185,000 miles, good ride mechanically, know the original owner, exterior cosmetic damage on bumpers but rides very well. Looking for a fair value. I know the seller personally… --- ## [Timing Belt Replacement Schedule](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-schedule/34283)
**Author:** [@Hastey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hastey)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-schedule/34283 "2020-12-14T13:27:23Z")
I was told by the dealer yesterday that my 2002 Toyota Tundra is 3-years over due for a timing belt replacement. The recommended schedule is 5-years/90,000 miles. The truck has only 52,000 miles and in my mind mileage… --- ## [2000 chevy blazer whirring noise under drivers side dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-blazer-whirring-noise-under-drivers-side-dash/173288)
**Author:** [@wayne.c.hosler1\_172922](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wayne.c.hosler1_172922)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2020, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chevy-blazer-whirring-noise-under-drivers-side-dash/173288 "2020-12-14T06:49:33Z")
I got an oil change, a transmission fluid change and the PCV valve cleaned at a chain repair shop. Since then I have noticed a whirring noise coming from under the dashboard on the drivers side. When it is in gear and I … --- ## [Can a Battery Completely Fail Out of the Blue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-battery-completely-fail-out-of-the-blue/173229)
**Author:** [@democracyforone\_152219](https://community.cartalk.com/u/democracyforone_152219)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2020, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-battery-completely-fail-out-of-the-blue/173229 "2020-12-13T23:59:07Z")
The battery is less than two years old and displayed no issues prior to this. Installed on a 2003 Pontiac Grand Am. The vehicle was completely dead after sitting for four days and read at 3.4 volts. I don’t have a slow … --- ## [2014 Mazda 6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-6/173180)
**Author:** [@trcour\_172865](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trcour_172865)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2020, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mazda-6/173180 "2020-12-13T21:23:26Z")
Car will randomly rev up at idle (around 1500-2000 rpm) and then return to normal. Is throwing a lean engine code p0171 and p0507. Unplugging maf sensor returns car to regular idle (around 750) instantly. Tried replacing… --- ## ['My Life in Cars'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-life-in-cars/173269)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2020, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-life-in-cars/173269 "2020-12-13T04:49:53Z")
Humorist Bruce McCall recalls his early career writing ad copy for automobiles: --- ## [Variable volume crossing warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/variable-volume-crossing-warning/173200)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2020, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/variable-volume-crossing-warning/173200 "2020-12-13T03:21:33Z")
I was waiting to cross Rio Bravo at the I-25 interchange (on the shared-use trail). I pressed the button, a synthesized voice said, ‘Wait! Wait!’, then it beeped secondly until I got a green light. The beep’s volume vari… --- ## [2011 Infiniti G37 Coupe - $10,000 airbag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-infiniti-g37-coupe-10-000-airbag/173153)
**Author:** [@jtm30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtm30)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-infiniti-g37-coupe-10-000-airbag/173153 "2020-12-12T23:06:41Z")
I have under 50,000 miles and my air bag sensoe light on the passenger side came on. The estimate to fix is $9472.11. What are my options? Has anyone filed a complain with the federal government on the safety issue? Ha… --- ## [Honda CRV 2011 scheduled maintenance 117K miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-2011-scheduled-maintenance-117k-miles/173006)
**Author:** [@VJ03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VJ03)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crv-2011-scheduled-maintenance-117k-miles/173006 "2020-12-12T22:50:01Z")
I have a 2011 Honda CRV due for service at 117K miles next week. It is in great running condition but wanted to get an estimate of how much to expect when I leave it for regular scheduled maintenance with the dealer. Any… --- ## [Man has two Kias stolen in one month](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-has-two-kias-stolen-in-one-month/173207)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 9:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/man-has-two-kias-stolen-in-one-month/173207 "2020-12-12T21:15:06Z")
--- ## [2021 Buick LeSabre - Thunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-buick-lesabre-thunks/173214)
**Author:** [@jimmgabe\_172875](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmgabe_172875)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 12:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-buick-lesabre-thunks/173214 "2020-12-12T12:58:02Z")
It isn’t consistent, but when accelerating suddenly from from a full stop, like from a stoplight, or the on-ramp of a highway, it feels and sounds like the transmission is moving. It is a dull, thunk sound, like u-joints… --- ## [Get rid of power steering?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-rid-of-power-steering/173215)
**Author:** [@DJ44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DJ44)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 7:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-rid-of-power-steering/173215 "2020-12-12T07:08:50Z")
Is it possible to just take out the power steering pump and either put in just a pulley for the existing belt configuration, OR get a short belt to bypass the power steering? I can’t afford to have the rack replaced and… --- ## [1933 Frazier Nash & Britain's coming ban on fuel-burning vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1933-frazier-nash-britains-coming-ban-on-fuel-burning-vehicles/172926)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2020, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1933-frazier-nash-britains-coming-ban-on-fuel-burning-vehicles/172926 "2020-12-12T03:33:24Z")
Today’s ‘Marketplace’, 4 minutes: Britain has moved up its ban on fuel-burning vehicles. A motorhead with a 1933 Frazier Nash approves. --- ## [Bumping noise when turning left](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumping-noise-when-turning-left/45478)
**Author:** [@bumpbump](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bumpbump)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumping-noise-when-turning-left/45478 "2020-12-11T22:30:22Z")
When making a 30 degree or greater turn to the left, there's a low bumping/thumping, repeating noise. Sounds sort of like hard taps on your chest. The frequency of the sound increases with the speed. As soon as the vehic… --- ## [2015 Kia Sportage - Knock leads to new engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sportage-knock-leads-to-new-engine/173162)
**Author:** [@DebY38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DebY38)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-kia-sportage-knock-leads-to-new-engine/173162 "2020-12-11T22:28:32Z")
Engine light flickered on and off. Power began to decline. Barely reached my destination which was a mile away. The dealer who sold me the car said it came up with a knock sensor code error.(Note: There was a Knock sens… --- ## [2017 Hyundai Elantra - Tail Light mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-elantra-tail-light-mystery/173221)
**Author:** [@CarlosPena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlosPena)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-elantra-tail-light-mystery/173221 "2020-12-11T20:18:57Z")
I have the same problem with my 2017 Elantra left tail or break light stays on after car is off. Had the junction fuse box replaced that help for about 3 months. Break switch is good this is kicking my butt. what I’m I… --- ## [Car won't move in drive, reverse, or neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-in-drive-reverse-or-neutral/172996)
**Author:** [@carzilla](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carzilla)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-move-in-drive-reverse-or-neutral/172996 "2020-12-11T17:41:39Z")
I had just finished working out and got in my car to go home when I noticed an unusual smell in the car, I thought nothing of it and drove home, when I got home I put the car in reverse to park the car and heard a grindi… --- ## [The Bridge to Nowhere](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-bridge-to-nowhere/173191)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-bridge-to-nowhere/173191 "2020-12-11T15:26:31Z")
If you live in Ohio, you might be interested in checking this out. --- ## [Heat-conducting "grease" coats KATS 5/8 x 3-1/2-inch cartridge block heater?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-conducting-grease-coats-kats-5-8-x-3-1-2-inch-cartridge-block-heater/173045)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-conducting-grease-coats-kats-5-8-x-3-1-2-inch-cartridge-block-heater/173045 "2020-12-11T02:15:16Z")
Before inserting the 400-watt electric block heater into the heater hole of the RX350, some kind of heat-conducting material is to fill in any gaps between theater metal jacket and block metal. Any ideas of what heat-co… --- ## [Car Name Humor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-name-humor/111167)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2020, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-name-humor/111167 "2020-12-11T01:32:45Z")
Weird car names of the world – from Assol to Zwerg Author: Sam Glover Practical Classics Magazine (UK) 29 Nov 2017 This Tarpan Honker owner has spotted a Swinger. There have been weird names for weird cars. Mr Glov… --- ## [DIY yoke replace or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-yoke-replace-or-not/173197)
**Author:** [@judith.mitchell\_172596](https://community.cartalk.com/u/judith.mitchell_172596)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diy-yoke-replace-or-not/173197 "2020-12-10T23:47:45Z")
I have a 97 chevy k2500 While driving down the hwy, sheared off one of the bolts thats holds the ujoint and drive shaft to the rear differential. Needless to say it killed the ujoint and bent the driveshaft. Upon tryin… --- ## [2006 Lexus RX 400h - Battery issues when parked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-400h-battery-issues-when-parked/173187)
**Author:** [@singh47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/singh47)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-400h-battery-issues-when-parked/173187 "2020-12-10T22:28:21Z")
if I park the suv for a weak the battery is drained never recharge have to buy new want to know what is the problem --- ## [Mechanic “forgot” to empty old oil and added full Amt of new on top](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-forgot-to-empty-old-oil-and-added-full-amt-of-new-on-top/172931)
**Author:** [@Uh-help](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Uh-help)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-forgot-to-empty-old-oil-and-added-full-amt-of-new-on-top/172931 "2020-12-10T21:33:17Z")
Help! I’m going out of town this week so I stopped by a quick service location for an oil change instead of going to the dealership. This is my first oil change since I got my vehicle. I got the oil change on Monday, an… --- ## [Operation Sledgehammer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/operation-sledgehammer/173185)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/operation-sledgehammer/173185 "2020-12-10T21:05:26Z")
Kudos to the D.A. of Westchester County, NY, for breaking-up this ring of crooked auto body shops. Reportedly, there will be additional arrests of some insurance company employees. --- ## [2014 Buick Verano - Paint problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-paint-problems/173194)
**Author:** [@JD20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JD20)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2020, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-paint-problems/173194 "2020-12-10T20:37:45Z")
Over drivers door and alongside rear glass it looks like someone has sanded the clear coat off. 30k miles on car.Try to keep it waxed but still fading. [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=406) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=408)