# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=500 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 501 --- ## [AC not working, but everything appears fine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-working-but-everything-appears-fine/166079)
**Author:** [@Bumzag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bumzag)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-working-but-everything-appears-fine/166079 "2020-06-22T00:26:13Z")
My AC only blows warm air despite everything appearing to be fine. I bought one of those easy-to-use AC recharge kits but the pressure looks okay, around 32-33psi. The compressor clutch engages and starts spinning when I… --- ## [2004 Toyota Prius - Multiple battery failures](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-prius-multiple-battery-failures/166118)
**Author:** [@KentShultz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KentShultz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-prius-multiple-battery-failures/166118 "2020-06-22T00:07:16Z")
I have had two reconditioned hybrid batteries installed in my 2004 Prius in the past 11 weeks. The first one lasted 9 weeks before it failed. The second one lasted 8 days before it failed. Why? After installation, bo… --- ## [2008 Subaru Legacy - High pitch sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-legacy-high-pitch-sound/166114)
**Author:** [@stephenbailey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephenbailey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 4:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-legacy-high-pitch-sound/166114 "2020-06-21T16:23:50Z")
high pitch noise emanating from engine cavity. key turned on. engine not running. just replaced a front headlight. --- ## [Using an Ac Vacuum Pump, Having Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-an-ac-vacuum-pump-having-issues/166092)
**Author:** [@blueredblue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blueredblue)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/using-an-ac-vacuum-pump-having-issues/166092 "2020-06-21T21:54:53Z")
Just have a general question about ac vacuum pumps. I tried to use one the other day for the first time, and couldn’t figure out how to get the pump itself to hold pressure. First I got a junky parts store rental pump … --- ## [2019 Ford Escape died after only a few weeks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-escape-died-after-only-a-few-weeks/165901)
**Author:** [@Wallie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wallie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-escape-died-after-only-a-few-weeks/165901 "2020-06-21T20:12:05Z")
--- ## [2011 chevy colorado loses all power when trying to start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevy-colorado-loses-all-power-when-trying-to-start/166122)
**Author:** [@Daniel-218](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel-218)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevy-colorado-loses-all-power-when-trying-to-start/166122 "2020-06-21T19:36:54Z")
hi guys need some help. i went to start my 2011 chevy colorado the other day and the accesories came on as soon as i tried to start it, there was a loud click and i completely lost all power in the truck. i tried replaci… --- ## [2017 Buick LaCrosse takes 12 gallons in 16 gallon tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-takes-12-gallons-in-16-gallon-tank/115600)
**Author:** [@Tom07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom07)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-takes-12-gallons-in-16-gallon-tank/115600 "2020-06-21T19:01:43Z")
I have had a 2017 Buick Lacrosse for over a year now. I have never been able to put more than 12 gallons of gas in it at a time and it’s supposed to hold 16 gallons? Run it way down empty and only takes 12. --- ## [Grinding Noise RAM 1500 pickup at 1400-1500 rpm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-ram-1500-pickup-at-1400-1500-rpm/76812)
**Author:** [@CalyGirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalyGirl)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-noise-ram-1500-pickup-at-1400-1500-rpm/76812 "2020-06-21T18:47:55Z")
Greetings. I have a 2010 Dodge RAM Hemi Laredo pickup. Love it. Currently 34k miles. Have kept up with all maintenance. Since about 3k miles, I have intermittently heard a "grinding" noise at about 1400-1500 rpm. Usually… --- ## [2013 Nissan Altima - Winter tires during slow summer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima-winter-tires-during-slow-summer/166003)
**Author:** [@Dara](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dara)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-altima-winter-tires-during-slow-summer/166003 "2020-06-21T17:55:47Z")
Is it safe to drive about 15 miles per week in summer with snow tires during pandemic? --- ## [2008 Subaru Outback shakes when stopped](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-shakes-when-stopped/166035)
**Author:** [@wchase](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wchase)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-shakes-when-stopped/166035 "2020-06-21T14:34:23Z")
my car recently started shaking when the engine is running but in a full brake stop or in park. what could this be connected to? --- ## [Headlights for 2012 Sonata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-for-2012-sonata/165716)
**Author:** [@Roger-The-Shrubber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger-The-Shrubber)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlights-for-2012-sonata/165716 "2020-06-21T14:34:16Z")
The headlights for my 2012 Sonata do not work well. I think this all started when the high beams stopped working a few years ago and I decided to replace them myself. I replaced one (driver’s side?), but wasn’t able to… --- ## [Car slides around on a wet freeway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slides-around-on-a-wet-freeway/29192)
**Author:** [@biglou](https://community.cartalk.com/u/biglou)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-slides-around-on-a-wet-freeway/29192 "2020-06-21T14:04:13Z")
For a while now (I'm embarrassed to admit how long), I have noticed that if I'm going faster than about 60 when it's raining, my car slides around a little bit. Of course my tires are the prime suspect, but I've inspect… --- ## [2004 Ford Ranger - Lugging/Low Power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-lugging-low-power/150884)
**Author:** [@FredDixon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FredDixon)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-ranger-lugging-low-power/150884 "2020-06-21T13:05:40Z")
At 212 k miles, there is a low grade lugging, like a random misfire, most noticeable at 60 mph. I’ve replaced plugs, wires, coil pack, fuel filter. Fuel pressure is good, injectors are firing. --- ## [2012 Volvo S60 - Low battery warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volvo-s60-low-battery-warning/166066)
**Author:** [@Marilyn53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marilyn53)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volvo-s60-low-battery-warning/166066 "2020-06-21T06:25:39Z")
My car consistently shows a low battery warning even after a new battery has been installed. It has been this way for years but the Volvo dealer just tells me to run the car more often which I do. Do other Volvo owners … --- ## [2009 Mercedes c300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mercedes-c300/166052)
**Author:** [@TimC300](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TimC300)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mercedes-c300/166052 "2020-06-21T06:13:06Z")
My car over heard while driving the temperature reaches past 120 into the red if I don’t turn the heater on and then it finnaly cools down to around 90-100 degrees and the only way I would cool down is if the heaters on --- ## [2005 Jeep Liberty no crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-no-crank/166087)
**Author:** [@bowenhazen\_156997](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bowenhazen_156997)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-liberty-no-crank/166087 "2020-06-21T04:27:52Z")
I have a 2005 Jeep Liberty manual 4 cylinder. A few day ago I tried to start it and it would crank for a while before it would turn over (about 5-7 seconds) so I figured the started was on the way out. Yesterday I went t… --- ## [Key gets locked in ignition, all electronics shut off, won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-gets-locked-in-ignition-all-electronics-shut-off-won-t-start/166080)
**Author:** [@Bumzag](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bumzag)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-gets-locked-in-ignition-all-electronics-shut-off-won-t-start/166080 "2020-06-21T02:39:26Z")
I have a 2002 Buick Regal and I can’t figure out why my security system keeps getting tripped and locks the car down. Every so often, although a lot more frequently, I’ll get in the car, put the key in the ignition but w… --- ## [1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-grand-cherokee-stalling/164101)
**Author:** [@Jack-Dak87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack-Dak87)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-jeep-grand-cherokee-stalling/164101 "2020-06-21T02:23:53Z")
Many of you may be aware of the stalling problem that various Jeep models and years have. My neighbor is experiencing this with his 1997 Grand Cherokee. In my effort to help him I learned of what some call “the voodoo fi… --- ## [Drivers making outrageous claims about their vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-making-outrageous-claims-about-their-vehicles/148813)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 121\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 2:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drivers-making-outrageous-claims-about-their-vehicles/148813 "2020-06-21T02:13:29Z")
What are some of the more outrageous claims you’ve heard or read, where a driver says something about their vehicle that has 0 or virtually 0 chance of being true . . . ? Here are 2 that quickly come to mind the other … --- ## [2019 Kia Forte EX making ticking sounds at 26,000 miles. (video included)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-kia-forte-ex-making-ticking-sounds-at-26-000-miles-video-included/158678)
**Author:** [@chromehed\_163415](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chromehed_163415)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2020, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-kia-forte-ex-making-ticking-sounds-at-26-000-miles-video-included/158678 "2020-06-21T00:30:21Z")
Hello all, First time poster. Hoping to get some guidance. I bought the car brand new in April 2019 and have racked up 26000 miles of highway driving in this time. I get a synthetic oil change done at the dealership 5w… --- ## [1987 Ford Crown Victoria - How many digits?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-ford-crown-victoria-how-many-digits/166072)
**Author:** [@ElijioArrona](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElijioArrona)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-ford-crown-victoria-how-many-digits/166072 "2020-06-20T22:25:01Z")
Does a 1987 crown Victoria speedometer go to 99,999or. An go to 500,000? --- ## [Upper intake manifold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upper-intake-manifold/166085)
**Author:** [@Cody-40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cody-40)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 10:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/upper-intake-manifold/166085 "2020-06-20T22:18:44Z")
I need to know if the intake manifold for a v8 4.6 will fit and operate the same as an intake from a v8 5.4 my engine is the 5.4 --- ## [2016 Dodge Grand Caravan - Won't start - clicks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-grand-caravan-wont-start-clicks/166069)
**Author:** [@CWarren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CWarren)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-grand-caravan-wont-start-clicks/166069 "2020-06-20T22:17:49Z")
All dash lights come on, car does not start or make an attempt to turn over, clicking sounds coming from the fuse box area, also the key fob will not lock or unlock the car --- ## [Help part is hanging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-part-is-hanging/166081)
**Author:** [@svinalon11\_168396](https://community.cartalk.com/u/svinalon11_168396)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-part-is-hanging/166081 "2020-06-20T21:47:05Z")
Help does anyone know what this part is hanging? --- ## [Too much rust?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-much-rust/166017)
**Author:** [@Elaine-34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elaine-34)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-much-rust/166017 "2020-06-20T21:26:01Z")
Seems like a great car other than this rust. 2013 Chevy Spark, 48k miles, dealer is asking $6.5k. Should I run? I guess I can only post one photo here. There’s more rust on the frame, sort of all over the underside of t… --- ## [99 Toyota rav coolant leak (heater core housing unit intake) & clunk in driver side front end concerns on important immment trip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-toyota-rav-coolant-leak-heater-core-housing-unit-intake-clunk-in-driver-side-front-end-concerns-on-important-immment-trip/166040)
**Author:** [@parmanrobbie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/parmanrobbie)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-toyota-rav-coolant-leak-heater-core-housing-unit-intake-clunk-in-driver-side-front-end-concerns-on-important-immment-trip/166040 "2020-06-20T20:44:17Z")
I am pretty profusely leaking coolant from (the intake?) of my housing heater core unit. I am not a good YouTube mechanic but am trying to learn. How easy is this to fix with everyday tools and minuim $ (almost none) b… --- ## [Coolant flush on Ford Fusion hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-flush-on-ford-fusion-hybrid/165324)
**Author:** [@Hpsportsfanatic\_166976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hpsportsfanatic_166976)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-flush-on-ford-fusion-hybrid/165324 "2020-06-20T19:42:21Z")
I have a 2014 Ford Fusion hybrid and I was going to do a coolant flush (106k) on it. I have to do the main system and the inverter system. I planned to drain it. Add distilled water, run it and drain it. Then add a c… --- ## [Ford Fusion 2013-2019 Engine Coolant/Antifreeze partial flush for maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-2013-2019-engine-coolant-antifreeze-partial-flush-for-maintenance/166032)
**Author:** [@Van0110](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Van0110)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-fusion-2013-2019-engine-coolant-antifreeze-partial-flush-for-maintenance/166032 "2020-06-20T18:14:43Z")
Ok I saw this youtube video called 2015 Ford Fusion coolant flush Its a very short video. here is the link I own a Ford Fusion 2014 Ecoboost 2.0L. I am new to car maintenance, please be kind with my lac… --- ## [Mazda 2010 CX-7 shifted after fluid changed does not now](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-2010-cx-7-shifted-after-fluid-changed-does-not-now/166030)
**Author:** [@jakej1978](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jakej1978)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 5:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-2010-cx-7-shifted-after-fluid-changed-does-not-now/166030 "2020-06-20T17:17:21Z")
Purchased a 2010 6spd auotmatic with manual shift. Car did not shift into 2nd gear or reverse. Felt like neutral. Let a trans cleaner do its course and did a full vaccuum flush removing all fluid. Pan was clean. Tran f… --- ## [What to pay attention in a car that will tow a camper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-pay-attention-in-a-car-that-will-tow-a-camper/165782)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2020, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-pay-attention-in-a-car-that-will-tow-a-camper/165782 "2020-06-20T17:18:14Z")
Hello Dear CarTalk Community, We are expecting twins this fall and upgrade one of our sedan cars to a bigger vehicle (minivan or SUV) to fit 2 adults and 3 kids. We also enjoy outdoors and plan to buy a small size campe… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=499) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=501)