# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=497 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 498 --- ## [Bad Alternator..? .. engine dies when lights turned on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-alternator-engine-dies-when-lights-turned-on/166308)
**Author:** [@Tom777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom777)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2020, 2:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-alternator-engine-dies-when-lights-turned-on/166308 "2020-06-25T02:12:17Z")
My car would not start...no battery power at all . My neighbor jumped me...after running a few minutes , he told me to turn on the lights, I did and the car engine immediately died.....and had to be jumped started … --- ## [1988 Crown Vic - Orangish Grime](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-crown-vic-orangish-grime/160712)
**Author:** [@natexdog7417\_157562](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natexdog7417_157562)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2020, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-crown-vic-orangish-grime/160712 "2020-06-25T00:31:21Z")
So here’s my deal. About once a month, my 1988 LTD Crown Vic begins to stall because for some reason, the inside of the throttle body keeps collecting this weird grime over time. I clean it with a specific throttle body … --- ## [2004 Honda Civic Cpe - Overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-cpe-overheating/166267)
**Author:** [@Luksi565](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Luksi565)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-civic-cpe-overheating/166267 "2020-06-24T23:54:26Z")
2004 honda civic ex coupe overheats when the A/C is off. The radiator fan won’t spin unless the A/C Is on --- ## [What tool do I need to remove the battery cables from the battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-do-i-need-to-remove-the-battery-cables-from-the-battery/166050)
**Author:** [@thailen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thailen)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-do-i-need-to-remove-the-battery-cables-from-the-battery/166050 "2020-06-24T23:38:20Z")
Nothing to add to the headline above --- ## [2005 Dodge Neon cruise kicks out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-cruise-kicks-out/165438)
**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-cruise-kicks-out/165438 "2020-06-24T23:27:30Z")
the cruise kickes out every 2-5 miles as if i hit the brake pedal. hit resume and it goes back to where it was. thinking its the brake switch. --- ## [1988 Ford LTD Crown Vic - Gear Change Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-ltd-crown-vic-gear-change-issue/161179)
**Author:** [@natexdog7417\_157562](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natexdog7417_157562)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-ltd-crown-vic-gear-change-issue/161179 "2020-06-24T23:10:09Z")
Hi. So here’s the problem. If I start the car, then shift into reverse, the car will shut off. If I start the car, and let it sit for a bit, then go into reverse, the car will shut off. If I start the car, then go int… --- ## [2012 Veloster - auction vehicle, missing history](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-veloster-auction-vehicle-missing-history/166083)
**Author:** [@Elaine-34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elaine-34)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-veloster-auction-vehicle-missing-history/166083 "2020-06-24T22:35:51Z")
Seriously considering purchasing a 2012 Veloster, manual, 78k miles, $6k. The dealer said she bought the car from an auction and doesn’t know its history. I got a CARFAX report for it showing pretty decent upkeep – regu… --- ## [Coolant Loss How much is normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-loss-how-much-is-normal/26115)
**Author:** [@andrew\_j](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrew_j)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-loss-how-much-is-normal/26115 "2020-06-24T22:20:57Z")
I have Subaru WRX with 57k. My heat is a bit weak at idle (below 2000RPM) blowing cool air and very hot about 2500RPM. Checked the coolant in bottle as I could see any in the bottle from the side and I heard a air h… --- ## [2003 Chevrolet 2500 -Misfires in the rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-2500-misfires-in-the-rain/166296)
**Author:** [@Vito44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vito44)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-2500-misfires-in-the-rain/166296 "2020-06-24T21:31:05Z")
When it rains ,truck mis fires ,when it dries up runs fine,any suggestions thanks --- ## [Engine Cover Purpose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cover-purpose/166298)
**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cover-purpose/166298 "2020-06-24T21:22:37Z")
Is any purpose served by the plastic engine cover on my '95 Toyota Avalon’s engine (1MZFE)? I thought I would have an easier time changing the front (left side) 3 spark plugs the other day. I loosened one of the 5mm all… --- ## [2004 right blinker not working all the time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-right-blinker-not-working-all-the-time/166285)
**Author:** [@T-Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T-Ray)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-right-blinker-not-working-all-the-time/166285 "2020-06-24T21:11:59Z")
My 2004 Chevy Tahoe Ls right blinker doesn’t work all the time. At times it will not come on and times it does come on it will stop. I have replaced the blinker switch and I still have the same problem. Any ideas. --- ## [2001 Ford F-150 - Broken doo latches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f-150-broken-doo-latches/166274)
**Author:** [@Cindy10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cindy10)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f-150-broken-doo-latches/166274 "2020-06-24T19:41:40Z")
My 2 back door latches are broken they won’t open --- ## [2013 Buick LaCrosse - Is this a hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-is-this-a-hybrid/166278)
**Author:** [@JimD17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimD17)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-is-this-a-hybrid/166278 "2020-06-24T18:49:44Z")
Would you consider a Buick LaCrosse with e-assist a hybrid vehicle? The State of Ohio BMV now does and wants an extra $100 for the annual vehicle renewal sticker! --- ## [06 trailblazer power steering?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-trailblazer-power-steering/166292)
**Author:** [@Ryan-120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-120)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-trailblazer-power-steering/166292 "2020-06-24T18:38:02Z")
While this may seem like it only happens while turning, it persists from startup until shutdown. Even idling it will make this noise. Turning the wheel doesn’t seem to make a difference in the noise. Accelerating makes i… --- ## [Leaking fluid and losing coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-fluid-and-losing-coolant/166200)
**Author:** [@Mitchell2306](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchell2306)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-fluid-and-losing-coolant/166200 "2020-06-24T17:42:53Z")
Hello I could use some advise I am leaking what seems to be transmission fluid leaking from the pan I just changed the gasket and it’s still leaking but I did break a screw fighting it up wondering if that is the problem… --- ## [Hot lug nuts, no always, caliper or bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-lug-nuts-no-always-caliper-or-bearing/104664)
**Author:** [@Okidoky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Okidoky)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-lug-nuts-no-always-caliper-or-bearing/104664 "2020-06-24T15:16:58Z")
After feeling and hearing a vibration of sorts while driving on the highway with my 2010 Sonata, I arrived home about 10 minutes later. The vibration came on sudden and then subsided. At first I thought it was the road s… --- ## [2010 MINI Cooper Convertible - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-convertible-cel/166198)
**Author:** [@Jessica-49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessica-49)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 11:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-convertible-cel/166198 "2020-06-23T11:03:35Z")
My Mini Cooper’s check engine light came on right after I bought it, used at 126,000 miles. It turned off and then continued to turn on after a while. I took it to a mechanic and he said we needed to change the O2 sensor… --- ## [1997 Nissan Quest - Starter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-quest-starter-issues/166231)
**Author:** [@LaserMan54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LaserMan54)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-quest-starter-issues/166231 "2020-06-24T09:48:07Z")
Car wouldn’t start. Disconnected battery to reset. Knocked solenoid. Now turns over fine, but will not start. --- ## [This HAS to be the water pump, right?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-has-to-be-the-water-pump-right/166271)
**Author:** [@darth\_tater](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darth_tater)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-has-to-be-the-water-pump-right/166271 "2020-06-24T06:05:00Z")
Some overheating problems, so I removed the thermostat from the cooling system (and put everything back) I decoupled one end of the top radiator hose I turn the engine on, but no water flows out. This HAS to be the wa… --- ## [1992 Mazda Miata Timing belt time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mazda-miata-timing-belt-time/166206)
**Author:** [@RichardBorrison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardBorrison)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mazda-miata-timing-belt-time/166206 "2020-06-24T05:36:07Z")
1992 Miata with 45000 miles. Should timing belt be changed before recommended 60000 miles just because of age. Other belts have no cracks and all other rubber looks good. --- ## [2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Sound after shutting off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-sound-after-shutting-off/166202)
**Author:** [@Shelton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelton)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-sound-after-shutting-off/166202 "2020-06-24T05:33:44Z")
sounds like a fan or something is still running after the truck is turned off. not under the hood. from underneath the truck. --- ## [2000 Jaguar XJ8 - Questions on timing chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jaguar-xj8-questions-on-timing-chain/166248)
**Author:** [@tomgibney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomgibney)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jaguar-xj8-questions-on-timing-chain/166248 "2020-06-24T05:31:44Z")
when did ford change the timing chain to metal tensionsers, and what are the major things to watc h for on the 2000 xj 8. --- ## [Inner Flap in Fuel Filler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-flap-in-fuel-filler/45252)
**Author:** [@Robert\_Denard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert_Denard)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inner-flap-in-fuel-filler/45252 "2020-06-24T04:02:11Z")
The spring loaded flap in the fuel filler neck of my 2003 Tundra has gone missing. I'm almost certain there was a flap there, but now it is gone. Is it possible for it fall into the tank? Will it hurt anything if it d… --- ## [2007 Toyota Yaris - I dropped metal into the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-i-dropped-metal-into-the-engine/166218)
**Author:** [@mervyn.gabriel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mervyn.gabriel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-i-dropped-metal-into-the-engine/166218 "2020-06-24T02:40:16Z")
Hi. I was filling oil in my wife’s car. She has a 2007 model Toyota Yaris. A metal foil seal fell into my engine while filling it with oil. Is it something I should worry about? --- ## [Mechanical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-problems/166263)
**Author:** [@Brylee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brylee)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-problems/166263 "2020-06-24T02:08:49Z")
i accidentally spilled water all on my boyfriends steering wheel and radio and now his radio is changing volume by itself and his voice command comes on by itself as well. anyone know how he can fix it without costing hi… --- ## [2015 Buick Regal - Infotainment issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-regal-infotainment-issues/166254)
**Author:** [@DaveWholly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveWholly)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-regal-infotainment-issues/166254 "2020-06-24T01:39:53Z")
The radio and back up camera not working. The whole navigation display is not working. --- ## [2014 Lexus ES 300h - No sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lexus-es-300h-no-sound/166020)
**Author:** [@DonaldRHall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonaldRHall)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lexus-es-300h-no-sound/166020 "2020-06-24T01:19:02Z")
my audio system in my 2014 ES300h is not producing sound. The radio and CD player work, but no sound. I am wondering if I am missing a fuse that is not located under the driver side hood and under the driver side dashb… --- ## [Changed battery and alternator on a 2012 corolla s](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-battery-and-alternator-on-a-2012-corolla-s/166250)
**Author:** [@Elvis-18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elvis-18)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-battery-and-alternator-on-a-2012-corolla-s/166250 "2020-06-24T01:18:15Z")
Good evening, So recently my corrola had died. And whilst trying to jump it my bud had his wires crossed and my horn went off. After trying to jump it several other times I came to the conclusion that either the alterna… --- ## [1999 Honda CRV Transmission leak LOCATED but how to fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-crv-transmission-leak-located-but-how-to-fix/163704)
**Author:** [@Novice22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Novice22)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-crv-transmission-leak-located-but-how-to-fix/163704 "2020-06-24T01:10:30Z")
So I am new owner to a Honda CRV as of december of last year. We discovered an oil leak but presumed it to be coming from power steering, as the power steering fluid had the same color. Well I had to make a day trip to… --- ## [1997 Chevy K1500 Ignition problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/165947)
**Author:** [@Koltyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koltyn)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/165947 "2020-06-23T22:03:25Z")
Ok I have a question that is also tricky to ask so I had a problem recently that involves my key being in the ON position supposed to see the dash lights come on almost go through it’s own little safety test , well mine … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=496) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=498)