# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=618 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 619 --- ## [2000 Chrysler Sebring cuts off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chrysler-sebring-cuts-off-while-driving/155117)
**Author:** [@TK21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TK21)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chrysler-sebring-cuts-off-while-driving/155117 "2019-12-27T04:00:21Z")
My daughter’s car cuts off while driving. If I pump the accelerator it comes back but she’s inexperienced and is scared of driving it. Sometimes, she needs to park on the side of the road to restart it as it cruises down… --- ## [Don't fart in a Smart Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-fart-in-a-smart-car/155245)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-fart-in-a-smart-car/155245 "2019-12-27T03:44:56Z")
--- ## [Oil cooler repair question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-cooler-repair-question/155330)
**Author:** [@jbh706](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbh706)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 3:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-cooler-repair-question/155330 "2019-12-27T03:29:08Z")
I brought my Audi A4 in to the mechanic 5 days ago for an oil change and to have an annual NY state inspection. While there, the mechanic said I needed the flex pipe to be replaced, which I had them do. A days after the … --- ## [2015 Subaru Forester - New horn for $500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-new-horn-for-500/155180)
**Author:** [@MargaretDiBella](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MargaretDiBella)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 2:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-subaru-forester-new-horn-for-500/155180 "2019-12-27T02:15:49Z")
My horn only works when I use the key fob. Dealer charged me over $500. to “replace the harness” - is that reasonable? --- ## [Is there such a thing as clear antifreeze?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-such-a-thing-as-clear-antifreeze/136126)
**Author:** [@ALANCHRISTENSON](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ALANCHRISTENSON)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-such-a-thing-as-clear-antifreeze/136126 "2019-12-27T02:00:10Z")
My '05 Jeep Wrangler has 41k miles on it. I recently took it in to have the radiator flushed and new fluid put in. The shop told me that he used a “new” type of clear anti-freeze, as compared to the usual orange or blu… --- ## [2011 Buick Regal - black transmission fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-black-transmission-fluid/155148)
**Author:** [@CBaer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CBaer)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-black-transmission-fluid/155148 "2019-12-27T01:57:21Z")
My 2011 Buick Regal has only 45,800 miles on it. Recent oil change included a 10-point check. Mechanic brought to the waiting room a paper cup with sample of transmission fluid that was dark black. He said he has never s… --- ## [1992 Buick Regal - Headlights Stuck on Hi Beam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-buick-regal-headlights-stuck-on-hi-beam/38978)
**Author:** [@qb\_s\_buick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qb_s_buick)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2019, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-buick-regal-headlights-stuck-on-hi-beam/38978 "2019-12-27T00:42:22Z")
Seems like this should have a simple answer, but I can't figure it out. At my last oil change, they wanted to check my high beams. My high-low-beam selector is my turn signal selector. Pulling the selector toward m… --- ## [What do you tell telemarketers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-tell-telemarketers/155005)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-tell-telemarketers/155005 "2019-12-26T21:17:21Z")
Gotten so many your warranty has expired, now we have a leased car, total coverage, and an 03, feeling bad Is your wife there? No she died I said. Others I have said does it matter we are going through bankruptcy ( we ar… --- ## [2004 Toyota 4Runner - Seals DIY or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-4runner-seals-diy-or-no/155319)
**Author:** [@AG14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AG14)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-4runner-seals-diy-or-no/155319 "2019-12-26T20:18:10Z")
I have a 2004 Toyota 4Runner. I want to replace the seals/weatherstripping on the windows, rear window, and the sunroof in an effort to make the vehicle less noisy, stop rattles, and improve the waterproofing. How do I … --- ## [What pros and cons does your car have?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-pros-and-cons-does-your-car-have/155272)
**Author:** [@Vicky\_Nie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vicky_Nie)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2019, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-pros-and-cons-does-your-car-have/155272 "2019-12-26T17:27:37Z")
HYUNDAI has a problem with the car’s steering system, heavy steering, and abnormal noise. But its shape is young and fashionable. I like it. --- ## [2014 Kia Optima - Did I just ruin this engine!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-optima-did-i-just-ruin-this-engine/155258)
**Author:** [@crowder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crowder)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2019, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-kia-optima-did-i-just-ruin-this-engine/155258 "2019-12-26T03:21:34Z")
I went to add oil to where you add the oil I had my funnel and everything ready , as I began to pour the oil the plastic lid on the oil I was adding fell off bounced around a little bit and I can’t find it anywhere. Have… --- ## [2009 Ford Crown Victoria - Trouble Getting Wipers Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-crown-victoria-trouble-getting-wipers-off/153144)
**Author:** [@LemuelBurris29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LemuelBurris29)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2019, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-crown-victoria-trouble-getting-wipers-off/153144 "2019-12-26T01:48:17Z")
i cannot get the wiper arm to release so that I can replace the wiper blade. It is supposed to rain hard tomorrow and I will be driving a lot. --- ## [The pothole Christmas tree](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-pothole-christmas-tree/155300)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-pothole-christmas-tree/155300 "2019-12-25T15:12:07Z")
If nothing else, this holiday decoration made a municipality a bit more aware of the condition of their roads. --- ## [2001 Acura TL - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-acura-tl-starting-issues/155271)
**Author:** [@Tran17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tran17)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 10:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-acura-tl-starting-issues/155271 "2019-12-25T10:58:32Z")
I accidentally started my running car twice and then after 1 hour I tried to start my car and it didn’t turn on I wanna know what happened to it --- ## [Leaking Unknown Fluid From Top of Engine Block - 2005 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-unknown-fluid-from-top-of-engine-block-2005-camry/155254)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 5:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-unknown-fluid-from-top-of-engine-block-2005-camry/155254 "2019-12-25T05:03:49Z")
This is from my 2005 Camry with 155k on it. You can see videos of the engine with with the leaking fluid on these videos that I created for my squeakiness serpentine belt. Any idea what this fluid may be? The fl… --- ## [2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class front headlight failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercedes-benz-c-class-front-headlight-failure/155253)
**Author:** [@Orlando35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Orlando35)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercedes-benz-c-class-front-headlight-failure/155253 "2019-12-25T03:11:23Z")
Front head light failure. I’ve replaced the bulb with no resolution. --- ## [How do I get a second opinion when my car’s already taken apart in the shop?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-a-second-opinion-when-my-car-s-already-taken-apart-in-the-shop/155091)
**Author:** [@MikeBennett40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeBennett40)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-get-a-second-opinion-when-my-car-s-already-taken-apart-in-the-shop/155091 "2019-12-25T00:31:50Z")
My 2013 Ford with a 5.0L V8 was recently diagnosed with a misfiring #8 cylinder after getting a check engine light. I took it to the dealership (instead of my normal mech) to have them check it out. They gave me a loan… --- ## [2000 Ford Ranger - how bad is the alternator damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-how-bad-is-the-alternator-damage/155260)
**Author:** [@Monie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Monie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2019, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-ranger-how-bad-is-the-alternator-damage/155260 "2019-12-25T00:24:54Z")
I accidentally tried hooing up the negative to the positive post and the positive to the negative post…what do you think the damage is at my alternater --- ## [In The Spirit Of Christmas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-spirit-of-christmas/155285)
**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-spirit-of-christmas/155285 "2019-12-24T23:59:56Z")
Tester --- ## [2010 Ford Transit Connect - Rolls when in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-transit-connect-rolls-when-in-park/155231)
**Author:** [@mark46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark46)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-transit-connect-rolls-when-in-park/155231 "2019-12-24T23:51:32Z")
we put it in park and it rolls?? is there an adjustment we can make? --- ## [2018 Jeep Cherokee - Extended warranty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-cherokee-extended-warranty/155264)
**Author:** [@Terese38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terese38)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-cherokee-extended-warranty/155264 "2019-12-24T23:44:31Z")
Should i buy an extended warranty fora used 2018 Jeep Cherokee? --- ## [2015 Nissan Versa battery keeps draining](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-versa-battery-keeps-draining/155244)
**Author:** [@Locke29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Locke29)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-versa-battery-keeps-draining/155244 "2019-12-24T23:35:37Z")
My car battery keeps on draining and I found out its the fuse 29 for the blue tooth and the radio which is combined is draining the battery. I am going to write to Nissan Manufacturer and complain. I want everyone that i… --- ## [Advice that is not to be taken seriously](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-that-is-not-to-be-taken-seriously/155282)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 11:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-that-is-not-to-be-taken-seriously/155282 "2019-12-24T23:02:39Z")
… but I have seen a few of these in parking lots. --- ## [I did it!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-did-it/155134)
**Author:** [@harvey6102.hh\_161194](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harvey6102.hh_161194)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-did-it/155134 "2019-12-24T22:51:05Z")
This must be the hardest website to make a comment I’ve ever come across --- ## [80-amp alternator resistance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/80-amp-alternator-resistance/155240)
**Author:** [@Jeffrey22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffrey22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/80-amp-alternator-resistance/155240 "2019-12-24T20:23:32Z")
80 amp alternator is it supposed to be in real free or supposed to have a lot of resistance --- ## [Website feedback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-feedback/116383)
**Author:** [@Pene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pene)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/website-feedback/116383 "2019-12-24T19:55:06Z")
so far not too crazy about this website. I created an account so I could ask a question about my car. The only place i could find was in the mechanics tab. 2 x I got an “unexpected error occurred”… went to the commun… --- ## [2013 Chevrolet Captiva Sport - 3 radiators in 1.5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-3-radiators-in-1-5-years/154870)
**Author:** [@Carleen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carleen)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-captiva-sport-3-radiators-in-1-5-years/154870 "2019-12-24T14:26:41Z")
Engine hot comes on, ac goes out then lights all stops until next time. It has had 3 radiators and a thermostat in 1.5 yrs. dealer keeps saying it is the radiator. This last one lasted 3 days before the lights came on. I… --- ## [Royal Purple High Performance/Extended Life - How Many Miles can I go before next oil change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/royal-purple-high-performance-extended-life-how-many-miles-can-i-go-before-next-oil-change/154735)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 141\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/royal-purple-high-performance-extended-life-how-many-miles-can-i-go-before-next-oil-change/154735 "2019-12-24T12:51:10Z")
I have a 2005 Toyota Camry and I just put in the following into it. Oil - Royal Purple 51530 API-Licensed SAE 5W-30 High Performance Synthetic Motor Oil - 5 qt. Filter - Royal Purple 10-2840 Extended Life Premium Oi… --- ## [Passenger-side heat not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/passenger-side-heat-not-working/154924)
**Author:** [@nbrisley\_161067](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nbrisley_161067)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 12:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/passenger-side-heat-not-working/154924 "2019-12-24T12:18:04Z")
After replacing the actuator behind the glove box, the passenger side heat and defrost are still not working. I am wondering if anyone can tell me what the problem is? How to fix it? Or show me to a diagram for you to v… --- ## [2004 Tahoe stalls while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-tahoe-stalls-while-driving/154284)
**Author:** [@glennst1011\_160276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glennst1011_160276)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2019, 6:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-tahoe-stalls-while-driving/154284 "2019-12-24T06:29:36Z")
I have a 2004 Tahoe 5.3L Z Flex that my wife drives. 1 month ago she drove out of a Burger King drive thru and it died. She could not crank it and ran the battery down trying. Had AAA tow it home. I thought it might be a… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=617) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=619)