# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=472 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 473 --- ## [2019 Volkswagen Tiguan - Car wash question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-tiguan-car-wash-question/168191)
**Author:** [@Ralphjones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ralphjones)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2020, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-volkswagen-tiguan-car-wash-question/168191 "2020-08-03T01:25:21Z")
How to exit car wash if in neutral --- ## [High idle after cleaning throttle body](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-idle-after-cleaning-throttle-body/168194)
**Author:** [@Seth19man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth19man)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2020, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-idle-after-cleaning-throttle-body/168194 "2020-08-03T00:33:10Z")
Cleaned throttle body and now my car is idling high. I removed IAC valve and MAF sensor so they didn’t get damaged by the cleaner. Is this normal? --- ## [2008 Ford Expedition - Vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-expedition-vibrates/168161)
**Author:** [@PBreezy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PBreezy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2020, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-expedition-vibrates/168161 "2020-08-03T00:24:55Z")
I have a 2008 Ford Expedition with 5.4 liter motor. I makes has a vibration that happens when traveling from 35-55 miles per hour. It only does it when I have my foot on the gas and is worse when going up a hill. If I gi… --- ## [2017 GMC Terrain - What should I prepare for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-terrain-what-should-i-prepare-for/168199)
**Author:** [@Mark13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark13)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-gmc-terrain-what-should-i-prepare-for/168199 "2020-08-02T23:23:53Z")
I just bought a used 2017 GMC Terrain 3.6L AWD SLT. So far ok. Should I be looking out for anything that could be a potential problem. --- ## [1988 Crown Vic - Transmission Issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-crown-vic-transmission-issue/166320)
**Author:** [@natexdog7417\_157562](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natexdog7417_157562)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-crown-vic-transmission-issue/166320 "2020-08-02T22:01:44Z")
The last post (removed) didn’t get a lot of traction, probably because of how long it was. Here’s the condensed version. Here’s the problem: ◘The car doesn’t give as much power as it used to. It happened all of a sudde… --- ## [Replaced lower and upper intake and throttle body gaskets and cleaned a couple other things and now idle is high and fluctuating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-lower-and-upper-intake-and-throttle-body-gaskets-and-cleaned-a-couple-other-things-and-now-idle-is-high-and-fluctuating/168183)
**Author:** [@Seth19man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth19man)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaced-lower-and-upper-intake-and-throttle-body-gaskets-and-cleaned-a-couple-other-things-and-now-idle-is-high-and-fluctuating/168183 "2020-08-02T21:42:59Z")
I had to replace my lower intake manifold gasket so I ended up replacing the upper one and throttle body gasket as well. I ended up cleaning throttle body, MAF sensor (with proper cleaner), and fuel injectors. Car runs f… --- ## [2007 Cadillac CTS jerking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-cts-jerking/168203)
**Author:** [@Ian-62](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ian-62)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-cts-jerking/168203 "2020-08-02T20:27:02Z")
Lately, my car has been jerking but it only does it if I am in stop and go traffic. If I can accelerate without any cars in front of me, it’s smooth as ever but if I press the gas then have to suddenly let off of it beca… --- ## [Whooshing sound(revised)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whooshing-sound-revised/168186)
**Author:** [@Pch0818](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pch0818)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 6:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whooshing-sound-revised/168186 "2020-08-02T18:56:45Z")
I get a whoosing noise coming from under the dashboard on the passenger side of the car when I hit the brake or slow down(revised) It got a little louder time to time and then finally a drivetrain malfunction light cam… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Corvette - dashboard melted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-corvette-dashboard-melted/167942)
**Author:** [@Dennis35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis35)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-corvette-dashboard-melted/167942 "2020-08-02T17:24:41Z")
Dash board melted,with 19000 mile on it. 3 months after the warrenty expired --- ## [Loud Engine Rattle all of a Sudden](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-engine-rattle-all-of-a-sudden/83038)
**Author:** [@btb001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/btb001)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-engine-rattle-all-of-a-sudden/83038 "2020-08-02T16:46:35Z")
I have a loud engine rattle like there's a golf ball bouncing around in the engine. So far the mechanics have no idea where the knocking is coming from. Here's a video of the sound at idle. If you attempt to drive (or re… --- ## [2009 Subaru Forester - 3 Recharges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-3-recharges/168159)
**Author:** [@SUBIENO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SUBIENO)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-3-recharges/168159 "2020-08-02T16:42:03Z")
A/C STARTED BLOWING HOT, LOST ALL REFRIGERANT AFTER RECHARGED 3 TIME. A/C refrigerant just doesn’t disappear for no reason. --- ## [2006 Hyundai Elantra - Battery drain issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-battery-drain-issues/168129)
**Author:** [@DQUINEY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DQUINEY)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-elantra-battery-drain-issues/168129 "2020-08-02T16:34:03Z")
When I turn off car the battery is drained. When the negative cable wasn’t tight on the battery post car would start. When I got a jump and tightened the negative cable so there is no movement the battery is drained wh… --- ## [2002 Ford F-150 - general mechanic vs. alignment tech?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-f-150-general-mechanic-vs-alignment-tech/151152)
**Author:** [@CharlesSHouston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesSHouston)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-f-150-general-mechanic-vs-alignment-tech/151152 "2020-08-02T16:17:29Z")
2002 F-!50 recently had patman arm and idler arm replaced ( they said existing ones were bent and dangerous to drive with) and now steering wheel doesn’t stay straight while driving. Don’t trust these mechanics to fix p… --- ## [2010 Toyota Prius mileage drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-mileage-drop/167099)
**Author:** [@karpool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karpool)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-mileage-drop/167099 "2020-08-02T15:50:57Z")
I bought a 2010 Prius new. It now has 220,000 miles on it. The mileage started dropping slowly around 3 years ago. The mileage so far this summer is hovering around 35mpg. There are no warning lights on and I’ve never ha… --- ## [2013 Jeep Compass - Transmission overheated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-compass-transmission-overheated/168122)
**Author:** [@request](https://community.cartalk.com/u/request)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-compass-transmission-overheated/168122 "2020-08-02T14:03:01Z")
2013 jeep compass latitude transmission over heat light on after 2 hrs of driving --- ## [Screaming Q7 - Crankcase breather valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screaming-q7-crankcase-breather-valve/167194)
**Author:** [@dhgreen96\_169024](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dhgreen96_169024)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screaming-q7-crankcase-breather-valve/167194 "2020-08-02T13:32:15Z")
Audi started screeching at idle. Called my home mechanic and learned this is not unusual and is covered by an extended warranty from Audi. The problem is with the crankcase breather valve aka oil separator. Can I driv… --- ## [Loud pop when backing up with wheels turned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-pop-when-backing-up-with-wheels-turned/73747)
**Author:** [@Rev-Kev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rev-Kev)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 8:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-pop-when-backing-up-with-wheels-turned/73747 "2020-08-02T08:15:44Z")
I have an 06 Ford Expedition 2WD with 97,000 miles. Whenever I am backing up with the wheels turned hard to the right (such as backing out of a parking space) there is a loud pop on the driver's side after about 1/2 to 1… --- ## [How much to sell car for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-to-sell-car-for/78872)
**Author:** [@Danu2425](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danu2425)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2020, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-to-sell-car-for/78872 "2020-07-22T13:31:00Z")
I am new to selling. I have a 97 Chevy Blazer that I am looking to sell. I have a couple of things that I need to take care of first but there are also a couple of larger issues with the truck that I probably couldn't af… --- ## [Change spark plugs on 2000 Toyota Camry 4 cyclinders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-spark-plugs-on-2000-toyota-camry-4-cyclinders/46916)
**Author:** [@nbkray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbkray)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 4:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-spark-plugs-on-2000-toyota-camry-4-cyclinders/46916 "2020-08-02T04:44:16Z")
I have never changed spark plugs seated deeply in recessed holes. Please advise how to put new plugs in without crossing threads and should I buy a torque wrench to make sure they are not overtightened? --- ## [Charger hellcat vs alfa romeo giulia quad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charger-hellcat-vs-alfa-romeo-giulia-quad/168153)
**Author:** [@Anthony-106](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony-106)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/charger-hellcat-vs-alfa-romeo-giulia-quad/168153 "2020-08-02T02:58:23Z")
If you had the choice between these 2 cars and they were the exact same price which would you go for as the overall better vehicle? --- ## [2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - BlueTooth gone](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-bluetooth-gone/168124)
**Author:** [@SamsungJ3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamsungJ3)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-bluetooth-gone/168124 "2020-08-02T01:38:47Z")
Have had and used the bluetooth for 4 years with this phone, but all of a sudden it won’t pair or connect Tried adding it as new and that didn’t happen either. --- ## [Flat rate manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-rate-manual/76868)
**Author:** [@Rodac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rodac)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2020, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-rate-manual/76868 "2020-08-02T00:41:22Z")
Just read your "honesty is the best policy" column and heartily agree with it.............. however, would you please address the use of Flat rate manuals to bill for the time it will take to accomplish 'every conceivab… --- ## [Turning steering wheel while not moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-steering-wheel-while-not-moving/51914)
**Author:** [@alathena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alathena)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-steering-wheel-while-not-moving/51914 "2020-08-01T22:35:00Z")
I'm learning how to drive at the moment. While parking, my instructor tells me to turn my steering wheel completely to the right and then use the gas pedal to back the car. My sister (which I'm practicing with) tel… --- ## [2012 Chevrolet Equinox - BlueTooth gone bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-equinox-bluetooth-gone-bad/168145)
**Author:** [@mogulguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mogulguy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 9:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-equinox-bluetooth-gone-bad/168145 "2020-08-01T21:14:16Z")
I can pair the phone to the car however the bluetooth indicator light fails to come on and the warning I got was no bluetooth. Is there a way to turn the bluetooth on and off and if so how do you do it? If not can you te… --- ## [2001 Honda Civic oil mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-oil-mystery/167758)
**Author:** [@jf97060\_169361](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jf97060_169361)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-civic-oil-mystery/167758 "2020-08-01T20:46:55Z")
2001 civic ex. i did an oil change on my car and did it correctly like i have done in the past. but now its not showing on the dipstick. i ended up driving it anyways. then bout a mouth later the CEL came on. when and go… --- ## [What is right under the throttle body orfice? (Pictures included)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-right-under-the-throttle-body-orfice-pictures-included/168141)
**Author:** [@Seth19man](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth19man)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-right-under-the-throttle-body-orfice-pictures-included/168141 "2020-08-01T19:52:01Z")
My throttle body is dirty as hell and whatever is under it is all clogged up! What is under the throttle body orfice and how can I unclog it? --- ## [Help! My car sounds like Death Star before blowing up a planet!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-sounds-like-death-star-before-blowing-up-a-planet/168140)
**Author:** [@ecoartpdx\_169601](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ecoartpdx_169601)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-sounds-like-death-star-before-blowing-up-a-planet/168140 "2020-08-01T19:37:44Z")
2010 Toyota Corolla with 58,000 miles. When I drive, the first few times I hit the brakes, my car does this incredible hum from mid-high to deep-low and it sounds just like the Death Star from the first Star Wars movie–… --- ## [2006 Buick Rendezvous rear latch question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-rendezvous-rear-latch-question/168005)
**Author:** [@Telemark09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Telemark09)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-buick-rendezvous-rear-latch-question/168005 "2020-08-01T19:16:30Z")
The Rear Latch on my 2006 Buick Rendezvous only opens with the key fob; does not open when shift lever put in park. Is this a program problem or connector problem? --- ## [2009 Nissan Quest - It wasn't the solenoid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-quest-it-wasnt-the-solenoid/168048)
**Author:** [@AnnQuintal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnnQuintal)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-nissan-quest-it-wasnt-the-solenoid/168048 "2020-08-01T15:37:17Z")
Got code to change evap canister solenoid, changed it but still getting the code --- ## [Warning Brake Light Comes On in Dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-brake-light-comes-on-in-dash/168127)
**Author:** [@noviceezell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noviceezell)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2020, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/warning-brake-light-comes-on-in-dash/168127 "2020-08-01T15:25:14Z")
I have a 2015 Chrysler Town and Country. When I stop the light doesn’t come on. It comes on if I press the brake for a long time, like at a long traffic light or a long line in the drive thru. The light does not come ba… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=471) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=473)