# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=99 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 100 --- ## [Wire connector help, wire came out of connector](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wire-connector-help-wire-came-out-of-connector/194317)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wire-connector-help-wire-came-out-of-connector/194317 "2024-02-05T21:39:16Z")
Hi my wire came out of my connector. Any ideas on how to put the wire back in to the connector? It’s a single wire. --- ## [04’ Mercury Grand Marquis Steering issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-mercury-grand-marquis-steering-issues/183726)
**Author:** [@Braisk093\_180466](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Braisk093_180466)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-mercury-grand-marquis-steering-issues/183726 "2024-02-05T21:13:26Z")
I recently got myself an 04 Mercury grand marquis with around 160,000 miles. The steering has a lot of play, I can move the wheel a good 2 inches back and fourth without the wheels even turning, it’s very lose. It also m… --- ## [‘A mouse moved into my car. I decided she could stay.’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-mouse-moved-into-my-car-i-decided-she-could-stay/194253)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-mouse-moved-into-my-car-i-decided-she-could-stay/194253 "2024-02-05T14:25:10Z")
--- ## [Cost Auto Program - 2024 Reviews & Takes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-auto-program-2024-reviews-takes/194316)
**Author:** [@Defaultemode](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Defaultemode)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-auto-program-2024-reviews-takes/194316 "2024-02-05T05:04:46Z")
Going for a Costco membership today. Gold Star vs Executive, the only difference that might push me over to executive is the Auto Program perks that are offered… Anyone have experience with this auto program? This momen… --- ## [Took my girlfriends car to walmart and this is how much they filled it with engine oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/took-my-girlfriends-car-to-walmart-and-this-is-how-much-they-filled-it-with-engine-oil/194274)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2024, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/took-my-girlfriends-car-to-walmart-and-this-is-how-much-they-filled-it-with-engine-oil/194274 "2024-02-05T00:51:58Z")
took gfs car to walmart and this is how much lube they put in her car. i questioned why its over full line and the manager swore its ok and that i should take it to personal mechanic and ask if this is overfilled. its p… --- ## [‘How one city took on rising car thefts -- and brought the numbers down’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-one-city-took-on-rising-car-thefts-and-brought-the-numbers-down/194315)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-one-city-took-on-rising-car-thefts-and-brought-the-numbers-down/194315 "2024-02-04T22:52:11Z")
--- ## [Injector and induction service 60k mi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injector-and-induction-service-60k-mi/194290)
**Author:** [@Defaultemode](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Defaultemode)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/injector-and-induction-service-60k-mi/194290 "2024-02-04T22:15:36Z")
22 kia seltos LX. Do I need this? How would I know I definitely need it? What symptoms would tell me it’s definitely time? --- ## [No Heat, But Plenty Coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-but-plenty-coolant/194312)
**Author:** [@haileeymarieee\_181108](https://community.cartalk.com/u/haileeymarieee_181108)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-but-plenty-coolant/194312 "2024-02-04T21:57:50Z")
My 2010 Dodge Grandcaravan 3.3L recently stopped blowing out hot/warm air while driving. It comes and goes, but in short patched. There’s plenty of coolant, actually looks like more than original and seems some has came … --- ## [Need help troubleshooting Hydraulic Power steering issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-troubleshooting-hydraulic-power-steering-issue/194247)
**Author:** [@bninga1994\_187227](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bninga1994_187227)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-troubleshooting-hydraulic-power-steering-issue/194247 "2024-02-04T14:52:10Z")
The steering on our 2012 Infiniti G37 went stiff all of a sudden, and im hoping you all can help me at least troubleshoot it because im going to attempt to do it myself. For context, i brought it to the shop to get a ti… --- ## [Design choices that create frustration during repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/design-choices-that-create-frustration-during-repairs/194161)
**Author:** [@TwinTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TwinTurbo)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/design-choices-that-create-frustration-during-repairs/194161 "2024-02-04T04:16:54Z")
I was recently replacing the hydraulic steering lines on my truck. The frustrations there were many including line retainers that were installed before the engine and virtually impossible to remove (unless you like feeli… --- ## [2002 Dodge Intrepid - The ticking is the least of the problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-intrepid-the-ticking-is-the-least-of-the-problems/194294)
**Author:** [@VinnySix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VinnySix)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-dodge-intrepid-the-ticking-is-the-least-of-the-problems/194294 "2024-02-03T20:43:53Z")
Idk what’s causing this ticking noise here is my current issues inner and outer tie rods left and right, front right sway bar linkage going bad, steering gear box going bad, leak in exhaust manifold,cracked muffler, com… --- ## [I think this video, is so questionable, any ideas?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-think-this-video-is-so-questionable-any-ideas/194306)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-think-this-video-is-so-questionable-any-ideas/194306 "2024-02-03T15:55:19Z")
Retired so time lost watching video ok. Spark plug possibility? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7Hz-xEstos --- ## [2010 Subaru Legacy - Rear light is off and on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-legacy-rear-light-is-off-and-on/192811)
**Author:** [@darryle06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darryle06)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-legacy-rear-light-is-off-and-on/192811 "2024-02-03T00:27:05Z")
my rear tail light is not working sometimes it goes back on by self --- ## [2008 Infiniti FX35 - Bang, and it died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-fx35-bang-and-it-died/194269)
**Author:** [@maisano6988](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maisano6988)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-fx35-bang-and-it-died/194269 "2024-02-03T00:09:34Z")
2008 infinity fx35 was going down the hwy and it sounded like I blew a tire. got onto shoulder and I shut the motor off. It wouldnt start again wouldnt click when turning ignition, battery was dead. looking at the timin… --- ## [Test or Replace?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/test-or-replace/194302)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/test-or-replace/194302 "2024-02-02T23:15:08Z")
A recent Best of podcast Ray said (somewhat facetiously probably) there was too much testing going on in the car repair business, and in fact the best way to a solution was to replace rather than test. What do you th… --- ## [Best options for a spare tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-options-for-a-spare-tire/194258)
**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-options-for-a-spare-tire/194258 "2024-02-02T16:13:18Z")
I just purchased a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander and they don’t come with a spare tire and well I would prefer having one. So what are the best way to address this issue. I don’t want a donut, and plan on keeping the tire … --- ## [2008 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck - Problems starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-problems-starting/194296)
**Author:** [@numya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/numya)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-problems-starting/194296 "2024-02-02T13:53:25Z")
I turn the key to start it nothing happens but 1 click down around starter all lights everything works on dash but won’t start --- ## [2014 Chevrolet Malibu - What to do when I see the CEL?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-what-to-do-when-i-see-the-cel/194267)
**Author:** [@jimmie43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmie43)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-what-to-do-when-i-see-the-cel/194267 "2024-02-02T13:41:05Z")
car engine light comes on --- ## [2010 Nissan Murano - Flickering oil light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-flickering-oil-light/194288)
**Author:** [@JamesJames](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesJames)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 12:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-murano-flickering-oil-light/194288 "2024-02-02T12:18:31Z")
Red oil can light is flickering. What is that telling me? --- ## [Used Car Pre-Purchase Inspection Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-pre-purchase-inspection-question/194237)
**Author:** [@kcac\_1\_157641](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kcac_1_157641)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-pre-purchase-inspection-question/194237 "2024-02-01T22:58:11Z")
How does one manage a pre-purchase inspection of a vehicle when you are buying a couple hour’s drive from home and you do not know any mechanics in the area where the vehicle is being sold. In my specific case, I am cons… --- ## [2010 Chevrolet Spark - Loss of power stumps usual mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-spark-loss-of-power-stumps-usual-mechanic/194292)
**Author:** [@CJ09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CJ09)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-spark-loss-of-power-stumps-usual-mechanic/194292 "2024-02-01T22:58:02Z")
A friends car lost power coming off a motorway in Uk thinks 2 stp lights come on and garage cant find a fault and does anyone have any idea what could be cause of it? Many thanks. CJ --- ## [Tire replacement advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-replacement-advice/194238)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-replacement-advice/194238 "2024-02-01T19:48:46Z")
I got a flat and it made the tire unrepairable. I could use advice on getting a replacement. I have been buying my tires from Discount Tires. But the closest store is 18 miles away. There is a Walmart much closer. W… --- ## [2019 Subaru Forester - Mechanic is South Denver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-mechanic-is-south-denver/194298)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elizabeth24)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-forester-mechanic-is-south-denver/194298 "2024-02-01T18:28:06Z")
I am looking for a local mechanic to service my Subaru Forrester in South Denver CO/ Any recommendations? --- ## [Driver side window will not close](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-window-will-not-close/194221)
**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driver-side-window-will-not-close/194221 "2024-02-01T14:23:31Z")
I have a 2009 Mazda CX-7. My drivers side window will not close. It starts to go up, but then it goes back down. Does someone know what the problem may be ? Thanks. --- ## [2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Oil leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-oil-leaking/194286)
**Author:** [@AlanForgete](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlanForgete)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-grand-cherokee-oil-leaking/194286 "2024-02-01T00:59:32Z")
Motor oil leaking from oil filter housing dripping to ground --- ## [2005 Subaru Outback - Odd AWD warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-odd-awd-warning/194163)
**Author:** [@subaruowner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/subaruowner)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2024, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-odd-awd-warning/194163 "2024-02-01T00:06:38Z")
my awd light comes on only after starting out. it seem ok until I let of the gas pedal or it shifts gears. Then the awd light comes on. All the fluids are good. Is there anything I should look for? --- ## [Found these tech comments on walmart receipt can someone translate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-these-tech-comments-on-walmart-receipt-can-someone-translate/194282)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2024, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/found-these-tech-comments-on-walmart-receipt-can-someone-translate/194282 "2024-01-31T23:38:16Z")
COR10246 pg 72, oil leaks p.t.s with these comments i wasnt told anything at checkout?? --- ## [2010 Mercury Milan - Electrical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercury-milan-electrical-problems/194280)
**Author:** [@lawrencehelhoski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lawrencehelhoski)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2024, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercury-milan-electrical-problems/194280 "2024-01-31T23:00:53Z")
electrical failure seems to lose power to engine dash lights start to flicker power steering which is an electric assist variety will not work after a little tinkering it comes back on and works normally i’ve replaced th… --- ## [2017 Nissan Altima - I have codes to share](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-i-have-codes-to-share/194276)
**Author:** [@Neil04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Neil04)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2024, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-altima-i-have-codes-to-share/194276 "2024-01-31T22:56:58Z")
Po456, will not pass emissions test U1044 U1040 40284 Advise to replace vapor canister vent solenoid --- ## [Lug Nut Socket Help, Looking for a Skinny 19 mm one](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lug-nut-socket-help-looking-for-a-skinny-19-mm-one/194168)
**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2024, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lug-nut-socket-help-looking-for-a-skinny-19-mm-one/194168 "2024-01-31T20:55:32Z")
Can someone please point me to a lug nut socket for this car that fits the stock rims on a 2014 Acura TSX? I think it’s similar rims to most Acura cars. I’m trying to find a lug nut socket for this car. Meaning a socket… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=98) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=100)