# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=448 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 449 --- ## [Rusty Parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-parts/169993)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rusty-parts/169993 "2020-09-16T17:25:10Z")
What to do about this rust? --- ## [Spark plug only tightening tiny bit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-only-tightening-tiny-bit/169980)
**Author:** [@Dekastone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dekastone)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug-only-tightening-tiny-bit/169980 "2020-09-16T17:04:36Z")
Hey there, I’ve just changed the spark plugs on my Mazda Premacy. Tightened them to hand tight then used a socket wrench to further tighten them but could only tighten them about 1/16th of a turn before I basically can… --- ## [Is this a rod knock? Ticking noise (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-rod-knock-ticking-noise-video/169991)
**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-rod-knock-ticking-noise-video/169991 "2020-09-16T16:55:21Z")
04 kia amanti Ticking noise on cold starts after not driving for a few days. Usually it goes away within a minute of a cold start but it lasted 15 minutes today. Ticking speeds up as I rev the engine. Already got oil c… --- ## [Plastic Bumper Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plastic-bumper-replacement/169909)
**Author:** [@paulmurphy\_170180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulmurphy_170180)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/plastic-bumper-replacement/169909 "2020-09-16T16:13:11Z")
2015 Honda Accord. Hit a hole, kinda ripped up the Plastic front bumper and plastic undercarriage, which are held in place now by Gorilla tape. From the YouTube it looks like it’s fairly easy to replace the bumper cover … --- ## [Does RWD drifting, feel anything like FWD handbrake turn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-rwd-drifting-feel-anything-like-fwd-handbrake-turn/169812)
**Author:** [@costatato0\_170662](https://community.cartalk.com/u/costatato0_170662)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-rwd-drifting-feel-anything-like-fwd-handbrake-turn/169812 "2020-09-16T15:55:06Z")
I recently started practicing some handbrake turning in a fwd car 180 turn, 90 turn, etc. My question is: Does the “real” drifting, in a RWD car, (by clutch kicking, I’d guess), does it feel anything like handbrake tu… --- ## [Why does the rear suspension sink when the emergency brake is applied?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-the-rear-suspension-sink-when-the-emergency-brake-is-applied/170002)
**Author:** [@zaverxexperiments\_166654](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zaverxexperiments_166654)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-does-the-rear-suspension-sink-when-the-emergency-brake-is-applied/170002 "2020-09-16T15:01:57Z")
Hello, I have been recently acquainted by a question regarding exactly why rear suspensions sink when the e brake is applied and in drive (in an automatic car), or in the case of newer cars, when holding the gas and bra… --- ## [2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid - Battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-highlander-hybrid-battery-issue/169982)
**Author:** [@Rydehe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rydehe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-highlander-hybrid-battery-issue/169982 "2020-09-16T12:57:15Z")
Battery drains when turned off and needs to be recharged. Toyota says hybrid battery cell is bad and eventually will die and car will no longer go. Mileage is 227,000. Synthetic oil and good maintenance, one owner. Has… --- ## [1994 Toyota Pickup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-pickup/170025)
**Author:** [@toyopickup94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/toyopickup94)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 12:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-pickup/170025 "2020-09-16T12:42:01Z")
So I have a Toyota pickup with high mileage. While driving it on the freeway, one of my spark plugs blew out. This is after they were recently changed for the same reason. My mechanic went under the truck and said tha… --- ## [2013 BMW X3 - Oil pump chains?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-x3-oil-pump-chains/170010)
**Author:** [@DelorisMcdow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DelorisMcdow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 12:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-x3-oil-pump-chains/170010 "2020-09-16T12:09:14Z")
Are there any recalls on BMW 2013 X3 oil pump chains --- ## [2001 Honda Civic Engine Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-engine-issue/170007)
**Author:** [@caitmarie31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caitmarie31)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 9:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-engine-issue/170007 "2020-09-16T09:18:41Z")
My boyfriend took his 2001 Honda Civic LX to valvoline to get his oil changed on Sunday 9/6, after the oil change he went to pick me up at the airport and once he picked me up we noticed a clanking noise in the hood. We … --- ## [Fuel Induction Service: Necessary or Not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-induction-service-necessary-or-not/66590)
**Author:** [@salley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/salley)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-induction-service-necessary-or-not/66590 "2020-09-16T02:13:25Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Odyssey with 60,000 miles on it. It is well-maintained (has been serviced every 5,000 miles @ dealership). It was just taken to the dealership for a 60,000mi service. I was told there is "some carbo… --- ## [2008 Chevrolet Express Cargo Van - CEL and limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-express-cargo-van-cel-and-limp-mode/169974)
**Author:** [@Rich02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rich02)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-express-cargo-van-cel-and-limp-mode/169974 "2020-09-16T01:45:40Z")
I have a 2008 3500 GMC cargo van engine light comes on says reduced engine power and all of a sudden I can’t drive more than about 20 miles an hour. We change the throttlebody,the gas pedal and the module. Do you have a… --- ## [2005 Toyota Sienna - Help with Cat recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-sienna-help-with-cat-recall/170014)
**Author:** [@fran03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fran03)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2020, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-sienna-help-with-cat-recall/170014 "2020-09-16T00:13:40Z")
I am having problems passing the smog test the mechanic states that the Toyota sienna 2005 has a recall for the catalytic convertors. where can I get more information. I sienna has low miles. --- ## [2011 Chevrolet HHR - ESC light and the steering went](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-hhr-esc-light-and-the-steering-went/169947)
**Author:** [@WandaDorgan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WandaDorgan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-hhr-esc-light-and-the-steering-went/169947 "2020-09-15T23:51:04Z")
Lost steeri g control and traction light came on and ESC light is on state service require on both --- ## [Is the dealer being honest with me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-dealer-being-honest-with-me/169950)
**Author:** [@baylesskyle\_170746](https://community.cartalk.com/u/baylesskyle_170746)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-the-dealer-being-honest-with-me/169950 "2020-09-15T23:23:28Z")
I have a 2019 Genesis G-70 Sport with 3.3 t engine, appx 7000 miles. Last month I took it to the Genesis dealer in Albuquerque for the first oil change and inspection and returned to my home 200 miles away the same day. … --- ## [2017 Jeep Compass - Glass exploded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-compass-glass-exploded/169954)
**Author:** [@shatteredinMo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shatteredinMo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-compass-glass-exploded/169954 "2020-09-15T22:56:42Z")
Hello, I went out to go to work this morning. Got in the jeep and just as I turned to look out the back glass, the jeep was Not in motion, the back glass exploded. It shattered in small pieces from the inside out. It … --- ## [2021 Hyundai Santa Fe - Reporting some wind noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-hyundai-santa-fe-reporting-some-wind-noise/169943)
**Author:** [@Vincent39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vincent39)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-hyundai-santa-fe-reporting-some-wind-noise/169943 "2020-09-15T22:52:26Z")
I purchased a 2021 SEL Palisade on Friday September 11, 2020 and immediately went on a road trip. I noticed the wind noise (more like a whistling) coming from the drivers side door window around 60 mph. As a drove throug… --- ## [Inventory System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inventory-system/169992)
**Author:** [@ArlHtsMelissa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArlHtsMelissa)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inventory-system/169992 "2020-09-15T21:44:27Z")
--- ## [Washed engine now car stalls/sputters when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/washed-engine-now-car-stalls-sputters-when-warm/81664)
**Author:** [@Smoody](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Smoody)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/washed-engine-now-car-stalls-sputters-when-warm/81664 "2020-09-15T21:29:28Z")
1995 Camry 2.2 4cyl 165,000 miles FED (not CA). Two days ago while doing a routine oil change I noticed my kids engine compartment was real dirty as we had alot of flooding from rain a few weeks ago. I sprayed the eng… --- ## [Don't park that Kia/Hyundai in your garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-park-that-kia-hyundai-in-your-garage/170000)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-park-that-kia-hyundai-in-your-garage/170000 "2020-09-15T20:17:50Z")
A large recall has been issued in order to address a fire hazard in certain Kia & Hyundai vehicles, as a result of leaking brake fluid. --- ## [Tracking down that annoying rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tracking-down-that-annoying-rattle/169997)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tracking-down-that-annoying-rattle/169997 "2020-09-15T19:51:32Z")
--- ## [2000 Toyota Avalon - CEL on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-avalon-cel-on/169989)
**Author:** [@Sherrell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sherrell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-avalon-cel-on/169989 "2020-09-15T18:56:07Z")
Check engine light stays on --- ## [Headlights and Maplights are both not working for Kia Forte 2013 EX Model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-and-maplights-are-both-not-working-for-kia-forte-2013-ex-model/169965)
**Author:** [@kia\_170754](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kia_170754)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-and-maplights-are-both-not-working-for-kia-forte-2013-ex-model/169965 "2020-09-15T17:36:40Z")
Both my headlights and my map lights didn’t turn on/seemed not to be working when I was driving home tonight, so I couldn’t see and had to use my high beams. I’m a grad student who doesn’t make much money, but I’m worrie… --- ## [2011 BMW 128 - Question on post accident resets](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-128-question-on-post-accident-resets/169984)
**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-128-question-on-post-accident-resets/169984 "2020-09-15T15:31:32Z")
Hi CT mechanics. I’m helping a buddy repair his car after a minor fender bender & I’m wondering if the cars computer will have to be cleared of any codes because of the accident? Driverside airbag in steering wheel went … --- ## [Should I try and talk my bud out f a 2009 Journey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-try-and-talk-my-bud-out-f-a-2009-journey/169918)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-try-and-talk-my-bud-out-f-a-2009-journey/169918 "2020-09-15T14:04:58Z")
He is thinking it is the car for him, major downside they seem to eat tires and brakes, from some site, your thoughts? $5900, 125k miles 1 owner trade in. Carfax shows all recommended maintenance. His Trailblazer 2009 wa… --- ## [2012 Kia Sorento drinks oil and gas like crazy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sorento-drinks-oil-and-gas-like-crazy/157276)
**Author:** [@RobinLong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobinLong)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 9:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-kia-sorento-drinks-oil-and-gas-like-crazy/157276 "2020-09-15T09:58:46Z")
I own a 2012 KIA Sorento that I have to manually change the gears because it will bog down sometimes. It drinks oil and gas now like crazy! It seemed to do better for about a day when I replaced the gas cap but then righ… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Spark - Air filter change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-spark-air-filter-change/169934)
**Author:** [@Bonii](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bonii)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-spark-air-filter-change/169934 "2020-09-15T05:57:33Z")
Should I change my air filter? --- ## [Rotated crankshaft without camshaft plz help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotated-crankshaft-without-camshaft-plz-help/122501)
**Author:** [@Duckvr4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Duckvr4)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 5:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rotated-crankshaft-without-camshaft-plz-help/122501 "2020-09-15T05:02:26Z")
Hello everyone, new on the forums seeking help! 2006 Mazdaspeed 6. I removed the crankshaft bolt and removed the pulley. Removed the valve cover and wasn’t able to use the timing lock because I needed to rotate my camsh… --- ## [Bought a certified ford used car and have some issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-a-certified-ford-used-car-and-have-some-issues/169924)
**Author:** [@Mikel-25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mikel-25)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-a-certified-ford-used-car-and-have-some-issues/169924 "2020-09-15T03:59:22Z")
I just bought a used ford explorer xlt 2016 under 30 thousand miles, it is supposed to be certified but I feel they did not do a full inspection. The car is making clicking noises after I shut the engine off. It’s coming… --- ## [2018 Buick Enclave - Time for trans fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-buick-enclave-time-for-trans-fluid/166064)
**Author:** [@madwhu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madwhu)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2020, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-buick-enclave-time-for-trans-fluid/166064 "2020-09-15T02:45:49Z")
My car has 28k miles on it. I’m wondering when is a good time to do a transmission fluid change. the transmission temperature gauge on dash shows a temperature of 200 to 205 degrees F is that proper? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=447) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=449)