# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=531 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 532 --- ## [Marie's Leaky Audi TT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maries-leaky-audi-tt/9305)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maries-leaky-audi-tt/9305 "2020-05-01T19:48:22Z")
On this weeks show, would you tolerate a vigorous spray down, every time you drove through the car wash... in your high-end sports car? We didn't think so. And neither would Marie. Which is exactly why she called To… --- ## [Car will easily shift into gear without using the clutch?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-easily-shift-into-gear-without-using-the-clutch/4586)
**Author:** [@mcamden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcamden)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-easily-shift-into-gear-without-using-the-clutch/4586 "2020-05-01T19:39:09Z")
My brother brought me his car last night and asked me to fix it (I should have just been born male). He said that he was at a stop light, had the car in first gear, and when he went to accelerate he lost power and smelt … --- ## [2008 Honda CR-V - Stutter and sputter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-cr-v-stutter-and-sputter/163609)
**Author:** [@Tom01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom01)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-cr-v-stutter-and-sputter/163609 "2020-05-01T19:34:16Z")
have a car problem, I have to feather,press gas pedal to get car to start,has to turn over many times,then will Stutter and sputter. Then Rev up And run perfectly.if I restart it right away it starts and runs right aw… --- ## [2004 Volkswagen Golf - Stalls in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-golf-stalls-in-reverse/163585)
**Author:** [@colin23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/colin23)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-golf-stalls-in-reverse/163585 "2020-05-01T19:31:58Z")
When car is put into reverse the engine stalls --- ## [2005 Acura TL - OK for long trips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-acura-tl-ok-for-long-trips/163571)
**Author:** [@ChuckFloyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuckFloyd)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-acura-tl-ok-for-long-trips/163571 "2020-05-01T18:48:41Z")
My wife has a 2005 Acura TL with 93k miles. She is the original owner and takes good care of the car. She doesn’t travel far very often but occasionally will take a 250 mile trip to the coast. She asks me, “Is it safe… --- ## [Boiling in my coolant reservoir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boiling-in-my-coolant-reservoir/163667)
**Author:** [@Jordon\_Hall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordon_Hall)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boiling-in-my-coolant-reservoir/163667 "2020-05-01T17:57:48Z")
So I just recently started getting my coolant to boil over. My temp gauge never overheats, and I just had the radiator, clutch, and thermostat changed to possibly fix it. The coolant has been tested for a blown head ga… --- ## [2007 Toyota Prius - Best window tint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-best-window-tint/163531)
**Author:** [@Maryam35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maryam35)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-best-window-tint/163531 "2020-05-01T16:42:54Z")
What is the most effective brand for car window tinting for UV protection? I have researched brands (e.g. Suntek, 3M, Llumar, SolarGard, etc.), they all claim to be effective but I don’t know which one really is? Also, i… --- ## [P0304 Engine misfire, but only after heat soak, GM 2.2L 4-cyl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-engine-misfire-but-only-after-heat-soak-gm-2-2l-4-cyl/163303)
**Author:** [@gebrown\_166697](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gebrown_166697)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-engine-misfire-but-only-after-heat-soak-gm-2-2l-4-cyl/163303 "2020-05-01T16:20:25Z")
Greetings all, new member and first post… Have a 96’ Chevy Cavalier with 21,000 original miles (inherited recently from family member and original owner). When cold car starts immediately and runs perfectly if taken on… --- ## [Toyota low oil engine shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-low-oil-engine-shut-off/79383)
**Author:** [@Nianzhong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nianzhong)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-low-oil-engine-shut-off/79383 "2020-05-01T14:15:36Z")
My 97 Rav4 shut down on the highway yesterday. Checked the oil when I lifted the hood. It has only been 4500 since the last oil change, but the oil was barely registering on the stick. The engine will turn over, but w… --- ## [2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman - Fair price?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-s-clubman-fair-price/163600)
**Author:** [@KatlynMahachek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatlynMahachek)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-s-clubman-fair-price/163600 "2020-05-01T14:12:19Z")
Currently looking at a 2009 MINI Clubman 3dr 6 speed with 126k miles. Seller is asking $3,800 - I still need/want to look at the vehicle and gain more info from seller, just seeking general advice right now. Thank you! --- ## [2005 Dodge Ram 1500 - How bad? New radiator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-how-bad-new-radiator/163546)
**Author:** [@turtle6941](https://community.cartalk.com/u/turtle6941)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-how-bad-new-radiator/163546 "2020-05-01T13:35:04Z")
I just noticed that my ram 1500 is leaking coolant near the radiator. Looks like it is coming from the large spring hose on the bottom of the radiator but not sure because there is coolant around the passenger side front… --- ## [1996 Toyota RAV4 - Roof rack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-rav4-roof-rack/163563)
**Author:** [@AkmanFrancois](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AkmanFrancois)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 10:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-rav4-roof-rack/163563 "2020-05-01T10:44:16Z")
i need to install a roof rack --- ## [2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Press to start help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-hybrid-press-to-start-help/163647)
**Author:** [@MichaelEze](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelEze)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-hybrid-press-to-start-help/163647 "2020-05-01T04:56:20Z")
My car is telling me key not detected when am trying to start it . The car is using press to start button. Pls what do I do to start it? --- ## [2011 Mazda Mazda6 - AC powers down the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda6-ac-powers-down-the-engine/163638)
**Author:** [@LauraAdkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauraAdkins)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda6-ac-powers-down-the-engine/163638 "2020-05-01T03:20:37Z")
when I use the defrost my engines rpms will power down is this the ait conditioning unti/compresser or possibly belt? this happened only after i had the spark plugs changed . have 87,000 miles on thius car --- ## [2005 Pontiac G6 - runs great till it warms up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-g6-runs-great-till-it-warms-up/163544)
**Author:** [@smithkyle1941](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smithkyle1941)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-g6-runs-great-till-it-warms-up/163544 "2020-05-01T02:18:54Z")
For the first five min. it has great power when i put my foot in it it just takes off fast. As soon as it warms up it starts misfiring,backfiring i have to feather gas peddle to keep the power going. If i put my foot in … --- ## [2016 Hyundai Tucson - Window issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-window-issues/163583)
**Author:** [@gregorsini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gregorsini)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-tucson-window-issues/163583 "2020-05-01T02:14:43Z")
4 times to the dealership,and now another window is not functioning. Had it in the dealership yesterday,and now my back window went down,and wont come back up! --- ## [2005 Ford E150 - Grinds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-e150-grinds/163630)
**Author:** [@DennisKramer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DennisKramer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-e150-grinds/163630 "2020-05-01T01:18:16Z")
Right and left front tires have a grinding sound when we turn right or left. There is no vibration on the steering wheel. Right wheel bearings have been replaced along with the brake pads on both sides. Does anyone ha… --- ## [2013 Honda Accord Sdn # Needs work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-sdn-needs-work/163623)
**Author:** [@JeffreyCWandtke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JeffreyCWandtke)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-sdn-needs-work/163623 "2020-05-01T00:48:11Z")
need valve adjusted and new sparkplugs --- ## [1999 Mazda Protege - Smokes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-protege-smokes/163594)
**Author:** [@MichaelWesley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelWesley)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 12:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mazda-protege-smokes/163594 "2020-05-01T00:47:38Z")
My car smokes on startup. This is not just condensation but definitely smoke. It lasts about a minute, then stops. the car runs fine and three mechanics have been unable to find a problem. --- ## [2007 Chrysler Pacifica- Won't accept fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-wont-accept-fuel/163625)
**Author:** [@dan32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dan32)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-wont-accept-fuel/163625 "2020-05-01T00:31:07Z")
Its almost impossible to fill the gas tank. The pump shuts off after maybe each quart if that much. We have spent over $800 on it at a local mechanic to only make it worse. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks. --- ## [2012 Dodge Journey - Window question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-journey-window-question/163589)
**Author:** [@MelanieBrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelanieBrown)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-journey-window-question/163589 "2020-05-01T00:18:37Z")
All of my window roll down by using their own button but the driver window buttons work when they want to. Now my navigation screen isn’t working therefore nor is the radio and my temperature settings is stuck because th… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Impala - Wrong fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-wrong-fluid/163528)
**Author:** [@DonaldDwaineWilson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonaldDwaineWilson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-wrong-fluid/163528 "2020-05-01T00:02:14Z")
I put 1/2 court of type f transmission fluid in my Chevrolet impala. Will it harm it? --- ## [Battery Acid on Seat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-acid-on-seat/28410)
**Author:** [@jerryk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jerryk)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-acid-on-seat/28410 "2020-04-30T22:13:19Z")
My daughter was returning an old battery to the shop for the $5 deposit. She placed it on the back seat where it tipped over and acid leaked out. The seat cushion is damp, how do i remedy this --- ## [Frayed Cables to Car Battery: Easy DIY?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frayed-cables-to-car-battery-easy-diy/163627)
**Author:** [@brendanthewilliams\_166896](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brendanthewilliams_166896)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/frayed-cables-to-car-battery-easy-diy/163627 "2020-04-30T21:58:04Z")
Went out to start my car, nothing happened. Popped the hood, found several small wet tree twigs that were sitting on the battery. It looks like they shorted some cables that go to the battery (not the cables going to the… --- ## [Misfires on one side of engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfires-on-one-side-of-engine/97726)
**Author:** [@greenfyredragon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greenfyredragon)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 8:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/misfires-on-one-side-of-engine/97726 "2020-04-30T20:22:38Z")
I've had a misfire condition on my '01 Dakota for months. It idles a little low, but it's done that for a decade. The codes I'm getting are 300, 301, 303 and 305. Multiple misfires, cylinder 1 misfire, cylinder 3 misfire… --- ## [2007 Nissan Murano - Trans slips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-murano-trans-slips/163606)
**Author:** [@eric13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eric13)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-murano-trans-slips/163606 "2020-04-30T20:17:24Z")
trans slips in 2nd gear. --- ## [Clicking sound coming from drivers side of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-sound-coming-from-drivers-side-of-car/163617)
**Author:** [@Vedant\_Agrawal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vedant_Agrawal)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clicking-sound-coming-from-drivers-side-of-car/163617 "2020-04-30T20:14:26Z")
Hello everyone, first post here. I have a 2019 acute with about 9k miles on it, recently went for damage from a collision on the front end with some repairs to the grill, front bumper, and the emblem. I was driving toda… --- ## [2006 Honda Accord Sdn - Belt change time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-belt-change-time/163577)
**Author:** [@Martin58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Martin58)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-belt-change-time/163577 "2020-04-30T20:00:09Z")
I have a 2006 Honda Accord, 6 Cly. Orig belt changed @35000. Now have 68000. Should the belt be changed or is it good until 100,000? --- ## [1990 Dodge Grand Caravan - Goes into limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-dodge-grand-caravan-goes-into-limp-mode/163596)
**Author:** [@Ron02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ron02)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-dodge-grand-caravan-goes-into-limp-mode/163596 "2020-04-30T18:09:33Z")
the transmission is fine until down shifting, then it goes into limp home mode, then I stop the car, restart engine then transmission is ok, what is causing this problem ? --- ## [Side mirror won't completely fold after a car wash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/side-mirror-wont-completely-fold-after-a-car-wash/163542)
**Author:** [@Gizzidd\_156769](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gizzidd_156769)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2020, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/side-mirror-wont-completely-fold-after-a-car-wash/163542 "2020-04-30T17:27:01Z")
After a car wash my car left side mirror won’t fold or unfold all the way when I press the button, i have to press the button and pull the mirror with my hand to fold it all the way and vise versa. Note: mirrors can’t be… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=530) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=532)