# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=47 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 48 --- ## [Car suddenly shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suddenly-shuts-off/193511)
**Author:** [@Stinky1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stinky1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2025, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-suddenly-shuts-off/193511 "2025-02-09T13:12:51Z")
Car is a 2004 chevy classic with the 2.2l ecotec… About 276k on the clock. I clocked out of work earlier and was rolling through the line in the parking lot waiting my turn to get out. While I was stopped for a brief mo… --- ## [3rd tail doesn't work but brake lights do](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3rd-tail-doesnt-work-but-brake-lights-do/199029)
**Author:** [@I.am9010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/I.am9010)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2025, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3rd-tail-doesnt-work-but-brake-lights-do/199029 "2025-02-09T03:41:00Z")
Why does my 3rd tail light not work but my 3rd brake light does? --- ## [Mitsubishi Galant -00 ABS Relay doesn't make the "click" sound. ABS and TCS light is on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-galant-00-abs-relay-doesnt-make-the-click-sound-abs-and-tcs-light-is-on/199038)
**Author:** [@kevin290901\_181211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kevin290901_181211)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi-galant-00-abs-relay-doesnt-make-the-click-sound-abs-and-tcs-light-is-on/199038 "2025-02-08T22:58:13Z")
Hello. So I’ve been working on my project car and it’s almost finished. It’s a Mitsubishi Galant 2.5 V6 from 2000 with a 6A13 engine. The ABS and TCS light is on and turns out the ABS relay doesn’t make the usual “click… --- ## [One of the Car dome light doesn’t work with doors or if i turn the lights on. But it works if i try to turn it on separately](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-of-the-car-dome-light-doesn-t-work-with-doors-or-if-i-turn-the-lights-on-but-it-works-if-i-try-to-turn-it-on-separately/192960)
**Author:** [@manny.kanwar\_186925](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manny.kanwar_186925)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-of-the-car-dome-light-doesn-t-work-with-doors-or-if-i-turn-the-lights-on-but-it-works-if-i-try-to-turn-it-on-separately/192960 "2025-02-08T20:31:13Z")
Its Hyundai Santa fe 2013, if you are familiar with its dome lights you know that thera are 3 ways to turn on dome lights 1- Open Door 2- On button which will turn on all interior dome lights 3- By pressing the indivi… --- ## [BMW G30 540 (2018-2019) vs MB W205 C45 AMG (2018-2020)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-g30-540-2018-2019-vs-mb-w205-c45-amg-2018-2020/198934)
**Author:** [@Bumb1ebe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bumb1ebe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-g30-540-2018-2019-vs-mb-w205-c45-amg-2018-2020/198934 "2025-02-08T14:09:02Z")
Hey everyone, I’m finally ready to upgrade from my dad’s trusty 2011 Toyota Camry and step into the world of performance cars. I’ve been narrowing down my options and currently I’m torn between two very appealing choice… --- ## [Is this a transmission problem that I can fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-transmission-problem-that-i-can-fix/199025)
**Author:** [@tjmaurer999\_181643](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tjmaurer999_181643)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-a-transmission-problem-that-i-can-fix/199025 "2025-02-08T14:01:44Z")
I have a 2008 Honda Accord 4cyl with 130K miles on on it. It has been very reliable. Lately it has been make a strange SLIGHT revving sound right when I accelerate from a stop. It seems like it only happens right before … --- ## [Need a new car, sonata n line vs Toyota crown G exec vs outlander?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-car-sonata-n-line-vs-toyota-crown-g-exec-vs-outlander/198987)
**Author:** [@lukesargeant1965\_192732](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lukesargeant1965_192732)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2025, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-new-car-sonata-n-line-vs-toyota-crown-g-exec-vs-outlander/198987 "2025-02-08T13:33:18Z")
Hey all, so long story short we’ve been looking at getting a new car, since the dear old Merc is begging to falter more and more to the point it’s just an inconvenience (and besides my Lancer, our only other car is an rx… --- ## [MIL and emmison codes reset time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mil-and-emmison-codes-reset-time/199024)
**Author:** [@chrisl2700\_192759](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chrisl2700_192759)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mil-and-emmison-codes-reset-time/199024 "2025-02-07T16:52:27Z")
2016 Town amd Country. Had 0128 code, replaced thermostat, temp is holding properly. Can I disconnect battery to clear codes and take for emmision test ? How long will it take for codes to clear, if problem is repaired… --- ## [2016 Kia Sorento - Dash cracks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-dash-cracks/198999)
**Author:** [@armandog07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/armandog07)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-sorento-dash-cracks/198999 "2025-02-07T16:15:51Z")
Dash board began cracking 18 months ago and as kept cracking all over. Car with 23,000 miles always parked in shaded garage --- ## [2015 Ford Festiva - Brake light out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-festiva-brake-light-out/199022)
**Author:** [@smoothies](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smoothies)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-festiva-brake-light-out/199022 "2025-02-07T02:31:33Z")
please help i cant get none of my brake lights to work thank you --- ## [Do I need a wheel alignment every time I buy new tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-wheel-alignment-every-time-i-buy-new-tires/198832)
**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-a-wheel-alignment-every-time-i-buy-new-tires/198832 "2025-02-06T21:14:38Z")
I had a wheel alignment august 1st, 2024 at 65,000 miles to correct a steering wheel grabbing symptom. Car is at 70,000 miles now. I’ll be getting new tires this week ( all 4 of them will be new ). I don’t see the poi… --- ## [Need Extreme Help BMW guys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-extreme-help-bmw-guys/199006)
**Author:** [@Dakotawoodsusa\_192743](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotawoodsusa_192743)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-extreme-help-bmw-guys/199006 "2025-02-06T19:53:29Z")
I have a 2008 BMW 5 series. With V8 Engine. The Plastic Oil filter housing had a feline crack down the side. I started the car, it showed no Low oil pressure lights. Car idled fine, I left for work about 6 seconds later … --- ## [Seeking Advice: Retire CC or Make the Repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-retire-cc-or-make-the-repairs/199013)
**Author:** [@CluelessCC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CluelessCC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seeking-advice-retire-cc-or-make-the-repairs/199013 "2025-02-06T16:12:25Z")
Have a 2012 CC at 140k miles. The check engine light came on and the car started to shake during ignition (went away when started driving). I changed the spark plugs and coils but the problem remained. The shop is telli… --- ## [Is it normal for the rim diameter to be 17" on a 16R wheel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-normal-for-the-rim-diameter-to-be-17-on-a-16r-wheel/198994)
**Author:** [@tpagano78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tpagano78)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-normal-for-the-rim-diameter-to-be-17-on-a-16r-wheel/198994 "2025-02-06T14:49:06Z")
Is this normal? --- ## [Homemade smoke machine for vacuum leaks using incense. No baby oil needed. Pics included](https://community.cartalk.com/t/homemade-smoke-machine-for-vacuum-leaks-using-incense-no-baby-oil-needed-pics-included/199005)
**Author:** [@Fresno-Jack](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fresno-Jack)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2025, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/homemade-smoke-machine-for-vacuum-leaks-using-incense-no-baby-oil-needed-pics-included/199005 "2025-02-06T02:23:33Z")
I was able to cobble this together from stuff I had on hand except for 10 feet of 1/4 inch ID vinyl tubing from HD. I broke the incense in half so they would fit in the jar and wrapped about 12-16 sticks with thread. The… --- ## [Is it Worth buying an old Ferrari that is cheap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-an-old-ferrari-that-is-cheap/198971)
**Author:** [@aslamaqib307\_192690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aslamaqib307_192690)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-an-old-ferrari-that-is-cheap/198971 "2025-02-05T20:34:14Z")
I have never owned a Ferrari but was recently interested in looking through Ferrari models and got to know there are plenty of cheap Ferraris available that you can get under $100,000. The models are obviously old and we… --- ## [Should I change Transmission Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-change-transmission-fluid/198663)
**Author:** [@Davidgonzalez542\_192457](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Davidgonzalez542_192457)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-change-transmission-fluid/198663 "2025-02-05T19:23:50Z")
I have a 2016 Camry Se (2.5 L engine) with 59k miles. I bought it 8 months ago with 45k miles on it. I heard some cars you can check the transmission fluid but on mine it’s sealed. Should I consider changing if i want to… --- ## [2003 BMW Z4 - Engine Shuts down when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-z4-engine-shuts-down-when-warm/198973)
**Author:** [@garrysxgd71\_192720](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garrysxgd71_192720)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 8:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-z4-engine-shuts-down-when-warm/198973 "2025-02-05T08:49:02Z")
engine shuts of after warmed up. no eml codes stored. car will usualy start back up but will stall again few mins later. any advice --- ## [Is there a free or cheap vehicle history report site? Carfax is too expensive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-free-or-cheap-vehicle-history-report-site-carfax-is-too-expensive/66849)
**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-free-or-cheap-vehicle-history-report-site-carfax-is-too-expensive/66849 "2025-02-05T05:13:14Z")
Hi, I am looking to buy a used car, but I want to check its history. Does anyone know of a cheap but reliable vehicle history report service site? I just think Carfax is overpriced. --- ## [Issue starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-starting/198985)
**Author:** [@smc85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smc85)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 4:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-starting/198985 "2025-02-05T04:05:49Z")
I think its a 2008 or something civic now its with gas no matter if its empty or half ful when they decide to put gas in it they always have a problem starting it what could it be should i puy a scanner to it this perso… --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander - Battery issue leads to failed smog test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-battery-issue-leads-to-failed-smog-test/198978)
**Author:** [@Peggy46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peggy46)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2025, 3:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-battery-issue-leads-to-failed-smog-test/198978 "2025-02-05T03:47:52Z")
Replaced battery in August, 2024 after existing battery died. I had regular service in October at 161,933 miles. Failed Smog Test on January 12, 2025, “NOT READY,” at 163,068 miles. I have driven over 350 miles, city and… --- ## [Spare tire blown while in trunk, yellow residue on the outside? Remount or Replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-blown-while-in-trunk-yellow-residue-on-the-outside-remount-or-replace/198997)
**Author:** [@cfarv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cfarv)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2025, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-blown-while-in-trunk-yellow-residue-on-the-outside-remount-or-replace/198997 "2025-02-04T22:58:46Z")
My full size spare tire for my Toyota Corolla deflated (Possibly spontaneously given the yellow residue surrounding the entire rim). CLARIFICATION EDIT: I didn’t get used tires from the junkyard, I just got a used rim, … --- ## [Fuel pump keeps dying in 2005 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-keeps-dying-in-2005-toyota-corolla/179103)
**Author:** [@cfarv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cfarv)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2025, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-keeps-dying-in-2005-toyota-corolla/179103 "2025-02-04T21:14:46Z")
2005 Toyota Corolla with 220,000± miles. So I’m typing this as I lay stranded at work, my car has died twice in the past 2 years due to a fuel pump failure and this would be the 3rd time if it is the fuel pump again. Wh… --- ## [Is this normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-normal/198996)
**Author:** [@tpagano78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tpagano78)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2025, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-normal/198996 "2025-02-04T21:08:51Z")
Maybe we can learn something new today. Is it normal for the tire size to be R16 and the rim diameter 17"? --- ## [RPM dependent vibrations in Nissan Altima 2016](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-dependent-vibrations-in-nissan-altima-2016/198595)
**Author:** [@m.irshad84\_192399](https://community.cartalk.com/u/m.irshad84_192399)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2025, 4:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-dependent-vibrations-in-nissan-altima-2016/198595 "2025-02-04T04:01:59Z")
Dear All, I just bought a Nissan Altima 2016 SV (Automatic). It has a reading of 240k km on odometer. The car runs fine except for one issue. When the RPM is close to 1500, it starts vibrating. The vibration is not too … --- ## [Diagnosing a misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnosing-a-misfire/198903)
**Author:** [@Stinky1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stinky1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnosing-a-misfire/198903 "2025-02-03T22:48:28Z")
My sisters truck transmission crapped the bed shortly after I got my new (to me) car so I gave her my old chevy which was very close to being sent to the junk yard. She desperately needed a vehicle and it was still runni… --- ## [2006 Hyundai Elantra - Engine Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-engine-shuts-off/198968)
**Author:** [@Sammie19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sammie19)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-engine-shuts-off/198968 "2025-02-03T22:28:56Z")
Engine goes off on the road --- ## [2007 Toyota Sienna - Should I buy my own parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sienna-should-i-buy-my-own-parts/198880)
**Author:** [@rnjha1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rnjha1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sienna-should-i-buy-my-own-parts/198880 "2025-02-03T12:35:07Z")
I want to get brakes and rotors on my car replaced. I would prefer buying the parts myself and then having a mechanic replace them. --- ## [Can I swap my driver seat with a bucket seat (2nd row)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-swap-my-driver-seat-with-a-bucket-seat-2nd-row/198935)
**Author:** [@owners4life5\_192692](https://community.cartalk.com/u/owners4life5_192692)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-swap-my-driver-seat-with-a-bucket-seat-2nd-row/198935 "2025-02-03T00:28:49Z")
Hello, I was recently hired by the post office and have been delivering mail. I drive on the passenger side when I am working. I want to keep a seat on the driver’s side instead of just removing it like most people do (… --- ## [Kia Sportage 2017 vs Range Rover Evoque 2017](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-2017-vs-range-rover-evoque-2017/198957)
**Author:** [@LoneWalker71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LoneWalker71)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2025, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sportage-2017-vs-range-rover-evoque-2017/198957 "2025-02-02T23:20:19Z")
Hello! I want to buy a car and cant decide between Kia Sportage 2017 (petrol or diesel) and Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2017 (diesel). Both AWD, kind of similar power. I like the exterior and interior look on both, bu… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=46) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=48)