# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=767 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 768 --- ## [What is "runaway upshift"? What could cause late upshift from 1st to 2nd?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-runaway-upshift-what-could-cause-late-upshift-from-1st-to-2nd/143730)
**Author:** [@Jack-Dak87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack-Dak87)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2019, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-runaway-upshift-what-could-cause-late-upshift-from-1st-to-2nd/143730 "2019-07-07T01:47:10Z")
87 Dakota 2wd V6. I came across the term “runaway upshift” while reading the auto trans section of the shop manual for the 87 Dakota. I googled the term, and while I found many references to it, I could not discover exa… --- ## [2011 Buick Regal - Stabilitrak issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-stabilitrak-issue/143595)
**Author:** [@VernonFurman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VernonFurman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2019, 1:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-stabilitrak-issue/143595 "2019-07-07T01:25:56Z")
the car is going all over the road and it fills like it out of control. then the service stabilitrak came on. --- ## [This clutch problem even has the car-specific forum guys stumped!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-clutch-problem-even-has-the-car-specific-forum-guys-stumped/80373)
**Author:** [@shadowfax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shadowfax)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-clutch-problem-even-has-the-car-specific-forum-guys-stumped/80373 "2019-07-06T23:35:37Z")
This one's on my 93 MR2. 172k miles on it. It's the naturally aspirated version. The clutch engagement point shifts, but only when I'm backing into my garage. My driveway is short. It's almost flat on the bottom, the… --- ## [1991 Camaro RS fuel gauge problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-camaro-rs-fuel-gauge-problem/143812)
**Author:** [@birdbrainxzx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/birdbrainxzx)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-camaro-rs-fuel-gauge-problem/143812 "2019-07-06T23:23:14Z")
Hi Guys, so I’m looking into a problem with my 91 Camaro RS. It has the 3.1 V6 engine. There are two problems. The first, the fuel gauge is constantly stuck a bit past full. Found this out the hardway on the highway. I w… --- ## [Looking for info about '14 Dodge Ram 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-info-about-14-dodge-ram-1500/143816)
**Author:** [@WalterArnold](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WalterArnold)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-info-about-14-dodge-ram-1500/143816 "2019-07-06T23:05:39Z")
Looking for any info about the 2014 ram ecodiesel good or bad!!!??? --- ## [2006 Volkswagen Jetta black smoke, mileage drop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volkswagen-jetta-black-smoke-mileage-drop/120417)
**Author:** [@Fran18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fran18)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volkswagen-jetta-black-smoke-mileage-drop/120417 "2019-07-06T21:54:27Z")
My 2006 VW Jetta TDI has started to shudder a little when quickly accelerating, puts out more black smoke during this, and the fuel mileage has dropped a few mpg. It doesn’t accelerate like it did previously. The VW deal… --- ## [Cleaning the engine - 2014 Cadillac SRX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-engine-2014-cadillac-srx/143748)
**Author:** [@Matz42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matz42)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cleaning-the-engine-2014-cadillac-srx/143748 "2019-07-06T21:52:46Z")
Cleaning the engine. Do’s and Dont’s. --- ## [2019 Honda Accord - warning lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-accord-warning-lights/143729)
**Author:** [@larrygeigle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/larrygeigle)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-accord-warning-lights/143729 "2019-07-06T21:18:29Z")
Turned the car on and the lane keeping assist failure light is on, then blind spot failure, cycle through 4 or 5 warnings, backup camera screen won’t come on, brake light is on. All warnings said contact dealer. Drove … --- ## [Worried about keeping my 2013 Lexus ES 300h](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worried-about-keeping-my-2013-lexus-es-300h/143798)
**Author:** [@CarolSegreti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolSegreti)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/worried-about-keeping-my-2013-lexus-es-300h/143798 "2019-07-06T21:06:49Z")
Dear Car Talk: Let me start by saying I am a female 77 years of age and I drive a 2013 Lexus Hybrid purchased in November 2012 with approximately 36,000 miles on it now. My dilemma is how long can I keep my current ca… --- ## [2005 bmw 325i](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-bmw-325i/136996)
**Author:** [@D.j\_Nate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.j_Nate)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-bmw-325i/136996 "2019-07-06T20:41:54Z")
Engine accelerates when the brake pedal is pushed I take the vacuum line from the brake booster with my finger over the hose and still does the same thing with no vacuum at the booster parking brake light stays on anti-… --- ## [Did driving in 2nd gear damage my Murano?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-driving-in-2nd-gear-damage-my-murano/143743)
**Author:** [@MichaelAndresen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelAndresen)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-driving-in-2nd-gear-damage-my-murano/143743 "2019-07-06T20:26:30Z")
I have a 2018 Nissan Murano with a CVT transmission, 11,000 miles. My wife recently drove it 150 miles in either 2nd or low gear. I do not see any leaks. Was any damage likely done to the transmission or engine? --- ## [Removing catalytic converter from 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-catalytic-converter-from-2002-mitsubishi-lancer/143801)
**Author:** [@WyndellBlue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WyndellBlue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-catalytic-converter-from-2002-mitsubishi-lancer/143801 "2019-07-06T20:25:57Z")
Can i remove the catylic converter and run a straight pipe/muffler? --- ## [2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee - interior/exterior lights flash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-interior-exterior-lights-flash/143792)
**Author:** [@roylawrence](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roylawrence)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-grand-cherokee-interior-exterior-lights-flash/143792 "2019-07-06T20:20:13Z")
my 2014 grand cherokee limited while driving interior lights and exterior lights starts flashing on and off for long periods of time. i was driving on the highway and it happen i had to pull over and wait till daybreak … --- ## [2010 Jeep Compass - ticking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-compass-ticking-sound/143790)
**Author:** [@LisaDeJarnette](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LisaDeJarnette)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-compass-ticking-sound/143790 "2019-07-06T20:18:36Z")
My 2010 Jeep Compass has started a sort of ticking sound that is loud like if you muffler was lose and rattling .But this noise is coming from the engine. I’m new to Crestview Florida and I’m having trouble finding an in… --- ## [2007 Hyundai Veracruz - rattling noise on bumps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-veracruz-rattling-noise-on-bumps/143775)
**Author:** [@BobbyMathis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobbyMathis)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-veracruz-rattling-noise-on-bumps/143775 "2019-07-06T20:04:45Z")
bumping rattiling noise from front when hitting bumbps --- ## [2019 Toyota Corolla - loud roaring sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-corolla-loud-roaring-sound/143765)
**Author:** [@Schiemann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Schiemann)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-corolla-loud-roaring-sound/143765 "2019-07-06T20:03:24Z")
There is a loud roar on the driver’s side, occurring even at low speeds. I first suspected wind noise from an ill-fitting door, but that doesn’t appear to be the source…although the wind does seem to make a difference. --- ## [Why won't Hyundai fix the clear coat on my '06 Elantra?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-hyundai-fix-the-clear-coat-on-my-06-elantra/143758)
**Author:** [@Terry53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry53)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-wont-hyundai-fix-the-clear-coat-on-my-06-elantra/143758 "2019-07-06T20:02:47Z")
Clear coat coming off. Why won’t Hyundai fix this problem? --- ## [1998 Ford ZX2 - temp gauge question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-zx2-temp-gauge-question/143777)
**Author:** [@RJ31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RJ31)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-zx2-temp-gauge-question/143777 "2019-07-06T20:01:10Z")
98 Ford Escort Zx2, 135K Symptom: All was well for years, suddenly at highway speed 1 day ago, temp gauge needle rose from middle to just before Red on stock temp gauge @ 55mph, outside temp 91 degrees (gauge needle no… --- ## [Several problems with 2000 Chrysler 300M](https://community.cartalk.com/t/several-problems-with-2000-chrysler-300m/143796)
**Author:** [@steph27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steph27)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/several-problems-with-2000-chrysler-300m/143796 "2019-07-06T19:53:33Z")
defrost heater turns on by itself and if you turn the air cond. on it shuts off and then the heater comes on. in addition key bob lock doesn’t work, brake lights are on and electric locks on doors don’t work. button to o… --- ## [Blower just stopped blowing any air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-just-stopped-blowing-any-air/143763)
**Author:** [@Jafepf\_144731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jafepf_144731)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blower-just-stopped-blowing-any-air/143763 "2019-07-06T19:35:22Z")
2005 Buick Lacrosse yesterday the fan was blowing both cool then you would turn to heat the heat would work the defrosters worked, today the fan is not working at all. Fuse or relay but without the owner’s manual I don’t… --- ## [2019 GMC Terrain - AC only goes to half power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-terrain-ac-only-goes-to-half-power/143782)
**Author:** [@Nancydroegemueller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancydroegemueller)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-gmc-terrain-ac-only-goes-to-half-power/143782 "2019-07-06T18:43:30Z")
When I turn fan on for ac will only go up half way --- ## [How long will a 2006 Lexus GS300 AWD last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-a-2006-lexus-gs300-awd-last/143708)
**Author:** [@joshshanks3\_154228](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshshanks3_154228)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-a-2006-lexus-gs300-awd-last/143708 "2019-07-06T17:28:50Z")
I own a Lexus GS300 with 217,000 miles on it. It’s running fine from what I can tell, but it’s burning oil at this point and I think the repair may be more extensive than a pcv valve. I am thinking about selling it for c… --- ## [Defrost isn’t working - 2019 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defrost-isn-t-working-2019-honda-cr-v/143761)
**Author:** [@F.Bell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/F.Bell)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defrost-isn-t-working-2019-honda-cr-v/143761 "2019-07-06T16:28:24Z")
Defrost is not working even in the warm humidity dempature. What can I do about it? F.B. --- ## [Timing chain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/139524)
**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/139524 "2019-07-06T16:02:21Z")
2005 Chevy Classic. 2.2 Dohc 140,000 miles +/-. My daughter in law said this car was making a ticking sound. after a couple weeks it got louder. Then the engine died and would not fire. Towed it to my house. I got very … --- ## [2007 BMW Z4 M - gear shift question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-bmw-z4-m-gear-shift-question/143755)
**Author:** [@AllenBayer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllenBayer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-bmw-z4-m-gear-shift-question/143755 "2019-07-06T15:55:52Z")
Is the gear shift knob connected to the boot? --- ## [2007 Hyundai Santa Fe - P0734/0738 codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-santa-fe-p0734-0738-codes/143752)
**Author:** [@JOHNfoust](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHNfoust)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-santa-fe-p0734-0738-codes/143752 "2019-07-06T15:51:20Z")
have 2007 hyundai sante fe 3.3l v6 and my check engine light is on and the codes are p0734 and p0738 says it is the gear shift not shifting into gears --- ## [2003 Toyota Camry broke down - DIY towing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-broke-down-diy-towing/143741)
**Author:** [@CherylButler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CherylButler)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-camry-broke-down-diy-towing/143741 "2019-07-06T15:10:20Z")
Car broke down I need to get it pull where in the front do I hook the chain around to pull the car to my house --- ## [2013 Nissan Sentra - is heat shield necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-is-heat-shield-necessary/143724)
**Author:** [@JohnPenney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnPenney)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-sentra-is-heat-shield-necessary/143724 "2019-07-06T14:46:40Z")
Heat shield fell off of a 2013 nissan sentra is it all right to drive without --- ## [1962 Chevrolet Corvette - Thermostat issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-chevrolet-corvette-thermostat-issue/143703)
**Author:** [@Adiyeh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adiyeh)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1962-chevrolet-corvette-thermostat-issue/143703 "2019-07-06T14:10:32Z")
I have a 1962 corvette with 350 motor I changed the thermostat and install an electric fan flushed the system several times it runs fine on the highway but in traffic it overheats I even I talked a flex fan and nothing c… --- ## [Oil filter interchangeablility](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-interchangeablility/43009)
**Author:** [@charlesleoni1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charlesleoni1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2019, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-interchangeablility/43009 "2019-07-06T13:56:56Z")
Why are there so many different kinds of oil filters when many or most have the same attachment thread and the same diameter gasket? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=766) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=768)