# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=718 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 719 --- ## [Is premium worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-premium-worth-it/146011)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-premium-worth-it/146011 "2019-08-27T14:48:56Z")
Car and Driver did an evaluation of regular vs. premium in four different turbocharged vehicles: not financially worth it, and no difference at all for the CR-V. --- ## [2017 Jeep Renegade Bluetooth cuts out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-renegade-bluetooth-cuts-out/147596)
**Author:** [@delvecchio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/delvecchio)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-renegade-bluetooth-cuts-out/147596 "2019-08-27T14:34:53Z")
Bluetooth keeps cutting out on the 5.0/RA2 radio. Is there a easy fix to that. --- ## [Control arms?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arms/147403)
**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arms/147403 "2019-08-27T13:02:52Z")
What are lower control arms? A repair shop just said I need new ones on my 2006 Toyota Corolla CE and quoted me $1,200 to replace them. Is that a fair price? I didn’t even bring it into the shop for that. I brought it in… --- ## [2004 Toyota Highlander - trouble starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-highlander-trouble-starting/147431)
**Author:** [@GregBrowning](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GregBrowning)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 11:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-highlander-trouble-starting/147431 "2019-08-27T11:40:49Z")
Car would not start as it normally does, seemed like a possible dead battery. I shook the shifter back and forth and vehicle started. Noticed that the clock had set itself to 1 o clock, i reset clock to proper time. I s… --- ## [Bad service from dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-service-from-dealer/147424)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-service-from-dealer/147424 "2019-08-27T06:28:42Z")
2013 f150 V8 90k miles. Ive always let the dealer do the oil changes since they have the deal called “the works” where you get ford oil and filter and tire rotation for the price of DIY. Also included is a multi point … --- ## [2007 Honda Odyssey - Transmission Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-transmission-shakes/147465)
**Author:** [@Lisa04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lisa04)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-odyssey-transmission-shakes/147465 "2019-08-27T03:39:19Z")
Transmission shakes above 50mph mostly upon acceleration. --- ## [1995 Honda Odyssey - leaking brake fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-honda-odyssey-leaking-brake-fluid/147523)
**Author:** [@Koonlan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koonlan)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-honda-odyssey-leaking-brake-fluid/147523 "2019-08-27T03:23:45Z")
My local mechanic told me that my ABS module is leaking brake fluid and that it is no longer safe to drive. My husband has been adding brake fluid regularly as needed. Is it alright to use the car around town if my hus… --- ## [2006 Nissan Altima V6 Random Misfire and High Fuel Trim - Big headache! Will buy beer! :)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-v6-random-misfire-and-high-fuel-trim-big-headache-will-buy-beer/147334)
**Author:** [@sarvesh.bathija\_156605](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarvesh.bathija_156605)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-v6-random-misfire-and-high-fuel-trim-big-headache-will-buy-beer/147334 "2019-08-27T02:54:09Z")
Ok - I recently got the random misfire and have basically tried everything and no luck! I also have high Fuel trim in only Bank 1 but no code for it is coming up. Current issue: Random Misfire P300 High Short Term Fue… --- ## [2001 Dodge Dakota passenger windows not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-passenger-windows-not-working/147565)
**Author:** [@Kamunn7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kamunn7)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-passenger-windows-not-working/147565 "2019-08-27T02:58:24Z")
Im having an issue with my 01 Dakota. The passenger and rear drivers and passenger side windows do not work when my passengers try to control them, but they work from my driver’s door (no the lock is not on). Has anyone … --- ## [2018 Chrysler 200 oil pressure light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chrysler-200-oil-pressure-light/147369)
**Author:** [@dvald1230\_156625](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dvald1230_156625)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chrysler-200-oil-pressure-light/147369 "2019-08-27T02:52:06Z")
Engine consumes oil at 1 qt. Per 1000 miles. I know Chrysler puts out a bulletin saying that 1qt per 1000 miles is normal. But, my issue is that the low oil light never comes on? When the low oil light came on (momentari… --- ## [8.24.19 Podcast Incorrectly Labeled on NPR Podcast Website](https://community.cartalk.com/t/8-24-19-podcast-incorrectly-labeled-on-npr-podcast-website/147574)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/8-24-19-podcast-incorrectly-labeled-on-npr-podcast-website/147574 "2019-08-27T02:26:51Z")
Just a FYI to the Car Talk website staff, it’s shown as number 1944, when it should be 1934. The mp3 file name however appears to reference the correct podcast number. --- ## [Stopping a car with a stuck throttle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stopping-a-car-with-a-stuck-throttle/147466)
**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stopping-a-car-with-a-stuck-throttle/147466 "2019-08-27T02:10:45Z")
On another website, the question was asked: “What do I do if my gas pedal is stuck and I can’t shift into neutral?” The response was, first, never shift into neutral and risk a blown engine. Then turn the key one posit… --- ## ['Piled Up in Huge Lots, Volkswagen's Reworked Diesels Trickle to Buyers'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piled-up-in-huge-lots-volkswagens-reworked-diesels-trickle-to-buyers/147566)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piled-up-in-huge-lots-volkswagens-reworked-diesels-trickle-to-buyers/147566 "2019-08-27T00:54:14Z")
'her old Jetta was parked along with a reported 23,000 other VW diesels. They are a fraction of the repurchased Jettas, Jetta SportWagens, Golfs, Audi A3s and Beetles similarly awaiting their fates in nearly two dozen … --- ## [Ford Explorer - carbon monoxide leaking in through vents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-carbon-monoxide-leaking-in-through-vents/129966)
**Author:** [@RobertAmburn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertAmburn)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 27, 2019, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-explorer-carbon-monoxide-leaking-in-through-vents/129966 "2019-08-27T00:43:03Z")
Ford Explorer 2015 has caused my stepson to passout while driving in city mild traffic. tests show reading at tailpipe to be 3 and at the interior air vents to alarm at 35. This appears very dangerous what is being don… --- ## [Looking for a new (to me) 2004 Jaguar XJ8](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-to-me-2004-jaguar-xj8/147519)
**Author:** [@RuthBurgener](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RuthBurgener)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 11:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-to-me-2004-jaguar-xj8/147519 "2019-08-26T23:12:14Z")
Ray, I think I might be the little old lady in Pasadena except I live in Tucson. I am 84. Here’s what I want to ask you. I have always been a car person and so was my husband who has been dead for 15 years. We had s… --- ## [Unfamiliar problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unfamiliar-problem/147337)
**Author:** [@Eric\_Starlin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eric_Starlin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unfamiliar-problem/147337 "2019-08-26T23:01:48Z")
I am unfamiliar with the name of the part I am dealing with, so I’ll describe it. However, I believe it is called the union bolt. Basically it’s the bolt my oil filter screws on to. Doing my first oil change on a recentl… --- ## [What could cause both upstream sensors to NOT fluctuate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-could-cause-both-upstream-sensors-to-not-fluctuate/147404)
**Author:** [@sarvesh.bathija\_156605](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarvesh.bathija_156605)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-could-cause-both-upstream-sensors-to-not-fluctuate/147404 "2019-08-26T22:57:44Z")
I’m noticing my Bank 1 upstream sensor voltage is holding steady at about .3 V and my bank 2 to hold steady at around .6-.7V. No fluctuating at all in both. What are typical reasons for this? --- ## [Shifting sand?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-sand/468)
**Author:** [@Veegee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Veegee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-sand/468 "2019-08-26T22:55:10Z")
My 2003 Toyota Corolla, used, is making a noise like sliding sand from the left to the right of the dashboard when I make a left hand turn and the air conditioning is on... what could this noise be? --- ## [Is a Prius a good vehicle if you are a high mileage driver?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-prius-a-good-vehicle-if-you-are-a-high-mileage-driver/145965)
**Author:** [@Tasha\_Gallegos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tasha_Gallegos)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-prius-a-good-vehicle-if-you-are-a-high-mileage-driver/145965 "2019-08-26T22:52:10Z")
Ok! So to some this up quick, I travel about 200-350 miles a day for work. Considering getting a Prius because of the gas mileage is just great! But my question is, would a Prius hold up to that much travel? --- ## [Are 2004 Honda Odyssey transmissions good?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-2004-honda-odyssey-transmissions-good/147510)
**Author:** [@Juan04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juan04)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-2004-honda-odyssey-transmissions-good/147510 "2019-08-26T22:46:32Z")
Are 2004 Honda Odyssey transmission good --- ## [2016 Nissan Altima - CVT Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-altima-cvt-problem/145681)
**Author:** [@ConnieG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ConnieG)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-altima-cvt-problem/145681 "2019-08-26T22:43:39Z")
My transmission in my 2016 nissan altima with 79,000 miles is having issues as well. It will not accelerate at times more than 35 to 45mph, i cant tke it on the freeway for fear that it will not move or the RPM’s will Re… --- ## [2006 Lincoln Town Car timing chain maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lincoln-town-car-timing-chain-maintenance/147411)
**Author:** [@Beverly18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beverly18)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lincoln-town-car-timing-chain-maintenance/147411 "2019-08-26T22:22:53Z")
My husband bought this car and is now in a Alzheimer’s facility and can’t help me. The car has 129235 miles, runs great, but has never had the timing belt replaced. I plan to drive this car until my sons take the keys … --- ## [GDI Carbon Buildup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gdi-carbon-buildup/147316)
**Author:** [@JoeNairn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeNairn)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gdi-carbon-buildup/147316 "2019-08-26T21:53:06Z")
Recently you published a response regarding carbon in engines and the obsolescence of “Oklahoma” tune-ups. I own a shop in Sacramento CA and while I agree that for a long time carbon buildup was not a problem. But with t… --- ## [2005 Ford Ranger - Occasional Rough/No Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-ranger-occasional-rough-no-start/147558)
**Author:** [@LarryBateman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryBateman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-ranger-occasional-rough-no-start/147558 "2019-08-26T21:42:44Z")
Dear Car Talk, I have a 2005 Ford Ranger pickup with 53,000 mile. Every now and then, the truck will start but runs rough like it’s hitting on 2 cylinders. Then it cuts off after 2-3 seconds. The truck will not start eve… --- ## [1998 Ford Taurus - Can’t Get Fire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-taurus-can-t-get-fire/147550)
**Author:** [@Justinwilson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justinwilson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-taurus-can-t-get-fire/147550 "2019-08-26T19:08:33Z")
Can’t get fire it’s not pressure or a relay or sensor --- ## [2009 Ford Escape - Lock Algorithm Screwy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-lock-algorithm-screwy/147542)
**Author:** [@RaymondFaller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RaymondFaller)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 6:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-lock-algorithm-screwy/147542 "2019-08-26T18:35:01Z")
Door locks are set for ‘auto lock’ on and ‘auto unlock’ off. Frequently, I get a period of time where the doors will unlock when I turn off ignition. When locking car horn will beep several times -pause - single beep .… --- ## [1997 Pontiac Grand Prix - Turn Signals Dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-pontiac-grand-prix-turn-signals-dead/147548)
**Author:** [@Bo19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bo19)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-pontiac-grand-prix-turn-signals-dead/147548 "2019-08-26T18:09:06Z")
Passenger side turn signal front and back also passenger side tail light and running light not working. --- ## [2011 Nissan Pathfinder - Rear Wiper/Defrost Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-pathfinder-rear-wiper-defrost-not-working/147544)
**Author:** [@Keegan17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keegan17)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-pathfinder-rear-wiper-defrost-not-working/147544 "2019-08-26T17:34:30Z")
I have a 2011 Nissan Pathfinder LE. The rear defrost and the rear wiper do not work. I have checked the fuses and they are intact. The two power terminals on the back window are still connected for the defrost system. Ho… --- ## [2014 Ford Transit Connect - Failing Power Steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-transit-connect-failing-power-steering/147538)
**Author:** [@al28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al28)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-transit-connect-failing-power-steering/147538 "2019-08-26T17:18:47Z")
power stering loses power some times while driving --- ## [Timing belts: which new engines use them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belts-which-new-engines-use-them/147513)
**Author:** [@shanonia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shanonia)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2019, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belts-which-new-engines-use-them/147513 "2019-08-26T16:32:37Z")
They seem to have been largely phased out. Completely phased out? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=717) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=719)