View Poll Results: Whats wrong w/ your tC?
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List your tC problems
#41
Some of the things people are complaining about they shouldn't be. The gas mileage is one that's standing out the most in my mind. It was advertised as 22/29 (manual) 23/30 (auto). We all know that those numbers are calculated by an EPA test, not a real world test, so people averaging 21mpg city is probably right. I drive 39 miles one way to work, with the majority of that being highway. Setting the cruise on 80, I drive about 400 miles a week and average 24.5mpg with a manual. Yea, this is worse than some other 4bangers, but the car is aggressively geared with a much larger displacement 4cyl than some other cars. I've got 5000 miles, and only had a minor issue with window squeaking after I got my tint on. The dealer changed the weatherstriping and it's fine now. I had what I thought was a rattle but it turned out to be my bag's zippers making noise. I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase, even more so when people say they thought my car cost well over 20k.
#43
I'm worried about my brakes.... everytime I pull out of my driveway they sounds like they're grinding or scraping on something, and sometimes they squeal. I only have 3300 miles on it, could the brake pads be worn already??
#44
Originally Posted by amanda776
I'm worried about my brakes.... everytime I pull out of my driveway they sounds like they're grinding or scraping on something, and sometimes they squeal. I only have 3300 miles on it, could the brake pads be worn already??
Next, using a hard block with the sandpaper wrapped around it, create a small bevel on the trailing and leading edge of the pads. The point it to get rid of the sharp edges.
Re-assemble. I use this method when I replace my shoes, and in between if they begin to squeal. It has proved very effective for his customers as well as me.
Hope this helps!
#49
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Originally Posted by Ibenell
Can I ask a question.. what kind of gas is everyone putting in the tC? Low end, middle or high grade?
Just curious....Thanks!
Just curious....Thanks!
there must be atleast 10 topics on this
i will save you the time
most of us use the low grade b/c that is what our engines were designed for however there are a few that use middle and high.
#52
Originally Posted by engifineer
Next, using a hard block with the sandpaper wrapped around it, create a small bevel on the trailing and leading edge of the pads. The point it to get rid of the sharp edges.
#53
Originally Posted by amanda776
I'm worried about my brakes.... everytime I pull out of my driveway they sounds like they're grinding or scraping on something, and sometimes they squeal. I only have 3300 miles on it, could the brake pads be worn already??
#54
No issues so far. I have had the car for three months and put 9,050 miles on it. WTF are people complaining about gas milage for its a 2.4L if you wanted good gas milage get a civic or hybrid car. I do admit at times it could be better but at the same time I could keep my foot off the gas to make it better.
#60
Originally Posted by daveman235
Does anyone regret buying this car after all these problems?