# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=868 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 869 --- ## [PIGS! What kind of a "human" pig does it take to oink up some of our beautiful roads?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pigs-what-kind-of-a-human-pig-does-it-take-to-oink-up-some-of-our-beautiful-roads/134352)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 160\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pigs-what-kind-of-a-human-pig-does-it-take-to-oink-up-some-of-our-beautiful-roads/134352 "2019-02-28T19:59:14Z")
I feel very privileged to be able to drive my cars on some beautiful roads in the beautiful weather we have where I live. The tax base is very substantial and the streets, roads, trail, streets, avenues, and bridges are… --- ## [2011 BMW 328 flooded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-328-flooded/135520)
**Author:** [@PETROVICH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PETROVICH)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-328-flooded/135520 "2019-02-28T18:02:19Z")
The vapor barriers on my BMW failed and flooded my car. Has this happened to anyone else? I don’t live in an area where there is severe weather. My car is 8 years old. This seems like a defect to me and BMW is not taking… --- ## [93 Civic DX not shifting please help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-civic-dx-not-shifting-please-help/135513)
**Author:** [@Httr1130\_148847](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Httr1130_148847)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-civic-dx-not-shifting-please-help/135513 "2019-02-28T17:50:53Z")
w months ago the speed ometer stopped working… I did not replace speed sensor right away because I don’t really drive the car often. Drove about 2 miles down the road to the store and the car wouldn’t start. Look under t… --- ## [2009 Honda CR-V jumps in Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-cr-v-jumps-in-drive/135522)
**Author:** [@Dennis33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis33)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-cr-v-jumps-in-drive/135522 "2019-02-28T17:11:59Z")
2009 honda crv 2.4 engine ,high rpm nois idle ,car jumps when put into drive --- ## [Please do not park in front of a hydrant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-do-not-park-in-front-of-a-hydrant/135468)
**Author:** [@SteveCBT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveCBT)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-do-not-park-in-front-of-a-hydrant/135468 "2019-02-28T16:28:08Z")
Here is what can happen if you park in front of a fire hydrant. A 5 inch hose under pressure cannot make a sharp bend and it is HEAVY. If the hose was put on the roof of the car it might not make the bend and could put… --- ## [Engine Oil Cooler - reman engine - Pontiac G6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-cooler-reman-engine-pontiac-g6/135486)
**Author:** [@bethforker\_148830](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bethforker_148830)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-cooler-reman-engine-pontiac-g6/135486 "2019-02-28T12:35:34Z")
Trying to find a reman engine for a 2006 Pontiac G6. 1st gen. with engine oil cooler. Cannot find one with the cooler. Mechanic says we can buy a reman engine without the cooler and bypass the connections. Is this ad… --- ## [Honda Accord Speedometer drop to zero randomly and immediately come back to normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-speedometer-drop-to-zero-randomly-and-immediately-come-back-to-normal/71603)
**Author:** [@JimmyWoods](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimmyWoods)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 11:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-speedometer-drop-to-zero-randomly-and-immediately-come-back-to-normal/71603 "2019-02-28T11:44:13Z")
I have 1999 Honda Accord LX, 185000 mile, with 4 cylinders. Starts one month ago, the speedometer drop to zero randomly and immediately come back to normal on highway several times. Recently, car stops twice on street. … --- ## [Maserati battery drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maserati-battery-drain/135318)
**Author:** [@JasonRunco](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JasonRunco)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 6:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maserati-battery-drain/135318 "2019-02-28T06:38:08Z")
I just purchased a used Maserati Granturismo (2013) with 15K miles and I seem to have an issue with the battery draining every few days. I replaced the battery with a new interstate battery and I’m still having the same… --- ## [Head of Consumer Reports auto testing on radio today](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-of-consumer-reports-auto-testing-on-radio-today/135491)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-of-consumer-reports-auto-testing-on-radio-today/135491 "2019-02-28T06:08:42Z")
Head of Consumer Reports auto testing interviewed on ‘Fresh Air’ about this year’s crop of cars. 17 minutes http://public.npr.org/anon.npr-mp3/npr/fa/2019/02/20190227\_fa\_02.mp3 --- ## [Peugeot to make North American comeback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-to-make-north-american-comeback/135494)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-to-make-north-american-comeback/135494 "2019-02-28T05:57:40Z")
Peugeot is making a comeback to the US and Canada. Not sure why. I thought their cars were overpriced. Nothing great…not extremely reliable. --- ## [2006 kia spectra help with diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-spectra-help-with-diagnosis/135480)
**Author:** [@Tlrbowman\_148803](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tlrbowman_148803)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-spectra-help-with-diagnosis/135480 "2019-02-27T19:51:00Z")
I have a 2006 Kia Spectra that I recently did the head gasket on. I am still working out the quirks. It wont reb much higher than about 1500 rpms, and even then it sputters, that’s obviously the TPS, however the codes th… --- ## [Purchasing Car Parts Online](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-car-parts-online/135387)
**Author:** [@theminx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theminx)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 4:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-car-parts-online/135387 "2019-02-28T04:59:20Z")
Is there anything I need to look out for when purchasing parts online? I’ve bought parts in the past from Advance Auto and AutoZone without any problems, but eBay has been hit or miss. I bought headlight bulbs and oxyg… --- ## [No antifreeze after repair! only water](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-antifreeze-after-repair-only-water/135498)
**Author:** [@geo\_mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geo_mac)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-antifreeze-after-repair-only-water/135498 "2019-02-28T04:12:51Z")
2000 Crown Vic - T-stat replaced by Auto Shop 3 mo ago. Today, temps near 0°, my neighbor calls me from the side of the road. I find a puddle of clear water under the car. We replace the coolant, + car runs fine. I talk … --- ## [2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-oil-consumption/135453)
**Author:** [@Glenda39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Glenda39)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-oil-consumption/135453 "2019-02-28T03:42:05Z")
Jeep had down at least two quarts when I took it for an oil change last week. There was no oil on dipstick. I just had it in for air bag recall. Could the work on the air bag caused an oil leak in any way? --- ## [Not idling no acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-idling-no-acceleration/135507)
**Author:** [@Deon\_Wong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Deon_Wong)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 3:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-idling-no-acceleration/135507 "2019-02-28T03:34:46Z")
Holden/isuzu rodeo 2001 diesel 3.l litre 4wd starts rough idle stops … Checked fuel lines pump etc no action when press accelerator - thought maybe tps but codes say no problem … Any ideas --- ## [Battery Drain on 2004 Mercedes E320](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-on-2004-mercedes-e320/135490)
**Author:** [@geneengel\_148831](https://community.cartalk.com/u/geneengel_148831)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-drain-on-2004-mercedes-e320/135490 "2019-02-28T03:13:04Z")
I have a Mercedes E-320 2004. I have a new battery and alternator works fine. After I drive my car for a while- the battery will drain rapidly overnight. I had a mechanic check for a draw and he found none. Now here … --- ## [What’s this sound?.. creaking/clicking brake and accelerator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-this-sound-creaking-clicking-brake-and-accelerator/135509)
**Author:** [@Rebecca\_faust\_148839](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rebecca_faust_148839)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-s-this-sound-creaking-clicking-brake-and-accelerator/135509 "2019-02-28T02:53:09Z")
Greetings, I purchased a UX250h 2/15/2019. I’m noticing an intermittent creaking, clicking type sound (sounds almost like a children’s toy) at low speeds (\<20mph) when I depress the brake or accelerator. The sound is al… --- ## [Get ready for more choices](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-ready-for-more-choices/135442)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/get-ready-for-more-choices/135442 "2019-02-28T01:59:57Z")
… in the US automotive marketplace. Please note that I did not state that these would be good choices. :wink: --- ## [Stop leak recommendation for 2013 Ford Fusion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-leak-recommendation-for-2013-ford-fusion/135465)
**Author:** [@DennyMike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DennyMike)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stop-leak-recommendation-for-2013-ford-fusion/135465 "2019-02-28T01:54:51Z")
What do you suggest for a stop leak product for a leaking rear main seal? --- ## [2016 Honda Pilot emissions light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-pilot-emissions-light/135497)
**Author:** [@JohnDeluca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnDeluca)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-pilot-emissions-light/135497 "2019-02-28T01:07:24Z")
Emissions problem light at 16,000 miles? --- ## [2002 Nissan Pathfinder battery keeps dying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-pathfinder-battery-keeps-dying/135503)
**Author:** [@MonaJames](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MonaJames)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2019, 12:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-pathfinder-battery-keeps-dying/135503 "2019-02-28T00:41:18Z")
What mostly likely causes the battery to die constantly --- ## [New Book 123](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-book-123/135495)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-book-123/135495 "2019-02-27T23:07:20Z")
--- ## [Honda Accord 97 Idle surge 2.2 engine of sedan 247000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-97-idle-surge-2-2-engine-of-sedan-247000-miles/135483)
**Author:** [@Cristram19\_148770](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cristram19_148770)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 9:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-97-idle-surge-2-2-engine-of-sedan-247000-miles/135483 "2019-02-27T21:51:28Z")
What can be the problems for a 97 Honda accord idle fluctuate --- ## [Mechanic is requiring that I be physically present at his shop!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-requiring-that-i-be-physically-present-at-his-shop/135015)
**Author:** [@Dan\_Ki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan_Ki)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanic-is-requiring-that-i-be-physically-present-at-his-shop/135015 "2019-02-27T20:34:30Z")
this problem has been solved --- ## [Pros and cons: Rav4 hybrid vs conventional](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-rav4-hybrid-vs-conventional/135475)
**Author:** [@DavePowell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavePowell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-rav4-hybrid-vs-conventional/135475 "2019-02-27T18:14:44Z")
what are the pros and cons for purchasing a toyota Rav4 hybrid vs conventional engine --- ## [1998 Chevrolet Suburban - More power plan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-suburban-more-power-plan/135389)
**Author:** [@JohnM40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnM40)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-suburban-more-power-plan/135389 "2019-02-27T18:02:25Z")
What type of kit should I use to rebuild my 5.7 K1500, if I also want more power and torque? MPG doesn’t matter. --- ## [2011 Dodge Grand Caravan whining at 25 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-grand-caravan-whining-at-25-mph/116412)
**Author:** [@RobertHolzman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertHolzman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-dodge-grand-caravan-whining-at-25-mph/116412 "2019-02-27T17:51:22Z")
When driving at 25mph I hear a whining gear noise that goes away if I speed up or slow down. I can also hear the same gear noise at 17mph but I don’t usually drive at that speed. Turning the volume up on the radio drowns… --- ## [Equinox smell antifreeze in car, blows cold air when not moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/equinox-smell-antifreeze-in-car-blows-cold-air-when-not-moving/134169)
**Author:** [@foster2462\_148000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/foster2462_148000)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/equinox-smell-antifreeze-in-car-blows-cold-air-when-not-moving/134169 "2019-02-27T17:50:48Z")
2008 Equinox blows cold air when not moving. Also has an antifreeze smell inside car. Is it the heater core plugged? --- ## [2008 Ford Mustang shakes at some speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-mustang-shakes-at-some-speeds/135473)
**Author:** [@JoshMartin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoshMartin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-mustang-shakes-at-some-speeds/135473 "2019-02-27T17:50:23Z")
I drive a 2008 Ford Mustang, when I get to 55 to 60 mph the car starts to shake pretty bad but as soon as I hit 70 the shaking stops. What would be causing the car to shake? --- ## [SG grade oil for 2008 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sg-grade-oil-for-2008-honda-civic/135461)
**Author:** [@rehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rehan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2019, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sg-grade-oil-for-2008-honda-civic/135461 "2019-02-27T17:38:06Z")
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