# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=885 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 886 --- ## [2011 Ford Edge brake mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-brake-mystery/134224)
**Author:** [@Christian54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christian54)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-brake-mystery/134224 "2019-02-08T23:47:20Z")
I own a 2011 Ford Edge and I’m having an extremely dangerous brake problem. Occasionally the brake pedal goes to the floorboard and doesn’t stop the vehicle. I have taken the Edge to a Ford Garage and Firestone several t… --- ## [1998 Lincoln Town Car - Needs an oil pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lincoln-town-car-needs-an-oil-pan/129733)
**Author:** [@ReginalEStinson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ReginalEStinson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lincoln-town-car-needs-an-oil-pan/129733 "2019-02-08T22:45:22Z")
How do I change my oil pan? --- ## [Does replacing a piston cause future engine problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-replacing-a-piston-cause-future-engine-problems/134232)
**Author:** [@BarbaraLee33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarbaraLee33)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-replacing-a-piston-cause-future-engine-problems/134232 "2019-02-08T22:16:59Z")
2017 Encore having one piston replaced. Can this result in future piston/engine problems. 8000. miles --- ## [02 volvo question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-volvo-question/133667)
**Author:** [@Jafepf\_144731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jafepf_144731)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-volvo-question/133667 "2019-02-08T21:08:02Z")
I have a Volvo s60 it is a 2002, had problems with the throttle body and needed to replace it. Was told by the dealer they would not reprogram a used throttle body. The dealer said the throttle body would cost $1,000 Plu… --- ## ['Marketplace' (the radio show), on the high cost of fixing new cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-the-radio-show-on-the-high-cost-of-fixing-new-cars/133729)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/marketplace-the-radio-show-on-the-high-cost-of-fixing-new-cars/133729 "2019-02-08T20:20:06Z")
Marketplace, the radio show, reported a story on the expense of fixing new cars, especially the front collision detectors embedded in the windshield. http://download.stream.publicradio.org/podcast/marketplace/segments/2… --- ## [Tire rotation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/57340)
**Author:** [@steve32459](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve32459)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rotation/57340 "2019-02-08T20:12:23Z")
I just bought a 2006 Mazda MX5 from a dealer. The tires are in mint condition but I wonder about tire rotation. I have no idea if the previous owner ever rotated and I've heard horror stories about rotating after waiting… --- ## [2012 GMC Terrain - Am I alone?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-am-i-alone/134119)
**Author:** [@Kathy39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kathy39)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-am-i-alone/134119 "2019-02-08T19:43:08Z")
We had problems with our motor about 3 years ago, and it had to be basically rebuilt. Under warranty. Then a year ago the transmission went out at less than 80,000 miles I believe. It is in the shop again for having a sh… --- ## [2017 Chevrolet Malibu power steering locks up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-power-steering-locks-up/134207)
**Author:** [@MimsAldridgeJr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MimsAldridgeJr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-malibu-power-steering-locks-up/134207 "2019-02-08T17:53:29Z")
2017 Malibu power steering locking up and i can’t control the car . If you shut it off and restart the car works fine . --- ## [2001 Ford Ranger - worth fixing the AC?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-ranger-worth-fixing-the-ac/123583)
**Author:** [@Dan52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan52)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-ranger-worth-fixing-the-ac/123583 "2019-02-08T17:49:13Z")
Our nonprofit has a 2001 Ford Ranger (about 150K mi.) that gradually lost cooling in the A/C system after multiple refills. A reputable shop in town said it was not worth fixing A/C on this old of a truck. Can you tell … --- ## [Power driver window not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-driver-window-not-working/134143)
**Author:** [@junmarborruel1\_147974](https://community.cartalk.com/u/junmarborruel1_147974)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-driver-window-not-working/134143 "2019-02-08T16:34:06Z")
Please help!! Window problem I have a 2007 328i coupe. I had trouble with my driver’s window not working going up and down. The driver switch for Windows , can’t work on passenger window, mirror adjustments, it’s like i… --- ## [Chevy 3.6vvt rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-3-6vvt-rattle/134088)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-3-6vvt-rattle/134088 "2019-02-08T15:18:33Z")
our company 2016 equinox w/3.6vvt motor and 80k miles has a noticeable timing chain noise. we are under warranty. dealer today said it is normal noise and they dont think it is an issue. they said we have a warranty till… --- ## [Are flushes really necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-flushes-really-necessary/133930)
**Author:** [@MarshaEthington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarshaEthington)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-flushes-really-necessary/133930 "2019-02-08T15:16:03Z")
Why are repair shops now advising car owners to get all the system’s flushed; as in the transmission, brakes, coolant, steering fluid, power, and steering fluid systems? My car is a 2009 Nissan Murano with 60,000 mile… --- ## [Driving 'accidents' major cause of death of American children](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-accidents-major-cause-of-death-of-american-children/131297)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-accidents-major-cause-of-death-of-american-children/131297 "2019-02-08T14:13:44Z")
’ The largest single cause of child and adolescent deaths is motor vehicle crashes, which account for 20% of such deaths. In 2016, the U.S. rate of death from motor vehicle crashes (5.21 per 100,000 children and adolesce… --- ## [2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - Replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-replacement/134139)
**Author:** [@MaureenSullivan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaureenSullivan)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-replacement/134139 "2019-02-08T13:35:44Z")
Dear Car Talk, I need your expertise. I have a 2002 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ and thoroughly enjoy it. The problem is that things are starting to fall apart (somewhat like me) and costing small fortunes. I have been looking … --- ## [2012 Ford Ranger left blinker doesn’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-ranger-left-blinker-doesn-t-work/134198)
**Author:** [@Danny41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danny41)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-ranger-left-blinker-doesn-t-work/134198 "2019-02-08T12:43:16Z")
left blinker and stop light dont work??y --- ## [Car misfires when wet outside?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfires-when-wet-outside/134120)
**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 8:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-misfires-when-wet-outside/134120 "2019-02-08T08:48:49Z")
2004 Kia amanti. Why does my car misfire when it’s raining and humid out? The misfire goes away after two minutes of driving but only when wet out. Whats the moisture getting into? Here’s an image of my windshield miss… --- ## [1991 Ford F150 worth fixing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-f150-worth-fixing/123586)
**Author:** [@Dan52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan52)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-ford-f150-worth-fixing/123586 "2019-02-08T04:29:06Z")
Our nonprofit has a 1991 F-150 w/ dual fuel-tanks (164K mi.) which a friend inspected (he works on his own trucks & Fords) said has a bad starter and very low fuel pressure. Can you tell me if it’s even worth fixing th… --- ## [2016 Ford Escape - Makes a horrible noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-makes-a-horrible-noise/134158)
**Author:** [@Paula05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paula05)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-makes-a-horrible-noise/134158 "2019-02-08T04:21:45Z")
The fan on the cooling system makes a horrible noise! --- ## [Acura MDX fan motor vibrating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-mdx-fan-motor-vibrating/132854)
**Author:** [@Sal21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sal21)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-mdx-fan-motor-vibrating/132854 "2019-02-08T04:18:54Z")
Has anyone had a problem with the fam motor making a very loud noise and even vibrating the car interior? I can feel the vibration in the front doors and the steering wheel. --- ## [2008 Buick Enclave hesitates when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-hesitates-when-accelerating/134176)
**Author:** [@Don17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don17)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-enclave-hesitates-when-accelerating/134176 "2019-02-08T03:13:44Z")
What to do about an engine hesitation on acceleration? --- ## [2016 Ford E350 engine suddenly turned off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-e350-engine-suddenly-turned-off/134172)
**Author:** [@david36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/david36)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-e350-engine-suddenly-turned-off/134172 "2019-02-08T03:07:48Z")
Engine has shut off on 2 separate occasions within past 3 weeks - no warning lights or sensor issues; it re-started quickly, and drove well after each episode, but no accounting for the sudden engine turn off. --- ## [Mercury Capri Skipping on Two Cylinders](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-skipping-on-two-cylinders/134094)
**Author:** [@km4hr\_147946](https://community.cartalk.com/u/km4hr_147946)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2019, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-skipping-on-two-cylinders/134094 "2019-02-08T02:40:21Z")
My car started skipping on cylinders 1 and 4 so I replaced the plugs and wires. It made no difference. When I removed the plugs they were wet with gas, even though the spark seems very strong. Assuming I had leaking inje… --- ## [Letting gas tank get below 1/4 full](https://community.cartalk.com/t/letting-gas-tank-get-below-1-4-full/133832)
**Author:** [@GeraldGrieser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeraldGrieser)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/letting-gas-tank-get-below-1-4-full/133832 "2019-02-07T22:59:23Z")
I have been told by mechanics that one should never allow the gas tank to get much less than 1/4 tank because the gas is what cools the fuel pump since it is in the gas tank now. Of course that is not a problem in Chicag… --- ## [Should I buy or lease my last car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-or-lease-my-last-car/133052)
**Author:** [@Marilyn33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marilyn33)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 10:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-or-lease-my-last-car/133052 "2019-02-07T22:23:07Z")
Hi Ray I am soon approaching 71 years of age and I have a 2000 Toyota Camry CE with a 180,000 miles on it. I bought it new and maintain it well. I want to drive it until it drops. I am wondering, if at my age, does it m… --- ## [2005 Ford Focus electrical problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-electrical-problem/134153)
**Author:** [@rhigham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhigham)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-focus-electrical-problem/134153 "2019-02-07T21:17:24Z")
Ray I have a 2005 Ford Focus with about 100,000 miles. Problem: when I turn the key off, the dash lights remain on. At times the dash lights will start blinking when the car is running. Also, at times the speedometer … --- ## [Leasing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing/134063)
**Author:** [@PatsyNicosia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatsyNicosia)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing/134063 "2019-02-07T21:06:17Z")
How does car leasing REALLY work and who does it work best for? (This isn’t really a Ford Fiesta question but they made me pick one.) --- ## [2006 Honda Odyssey bad oil leak but all seals replaced](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-bad-oil-leak-but-all-seals-replaced/134174)
**Author:** [@farm\_lama\_148001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/farm_lama_148001)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-bad-oil-leak-but-all-seals-replaced/134174 "2019-02-07T20:56:31Z")
My 2006 Honda Odyssey has been leaking oil for months. My mechanic has replaced every seal, tightened everything up, and replaced the pcv valve too. Each time I get it back a new oil leak appears. It is the oil leak that… --- ## [4WD not engaging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-not-engaging/134112)
**Author:** [@Ybaustin20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ybaustin20)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/4wd-not-engaging/134112 "2019-02-07T20:55:00Z")
Hello guys, ive seen a few of these posts but no resolutions to my specific parameters. I have an 88’ suburban im rebuilding. I just took it off roading this weekend, and have many questions, but first the details. I hav… --- ## [2008 Audi TT ABS EPS light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-tt-abs-eps-light/134099)
**Author:** [@bryan46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bryan46)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-audi-tt-abs-eps-light/134099 "2019-02-07T19:28:48Z")
I have 14,000 miles on my Audi and recently everytime I start it up a light flashes and beeps and says Default- ABS EPS. Dealer said it could be anything. He said come in and leave my wallet. ON line they say it sound li… --- ## [2012 Ford Explorer - Paint problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-explorer-paint-problems/134131)
**Author:** [@CarlHammett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlHammett)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2019, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-explorer-paint-problems/134131 "2019-02-07T18:37:08Z")
is anyone having problems with the hood of their car rusting/bubbling. Also, I had to replace my transmission at 94,000 miles. currently my power steering goes out. there is a recall on the power steering. I have a 2012 … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=884) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=886)