# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [Air Only Blowing out of Top Vents on 2009 Buick Enclave](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-only-blowing-out-of-top-vents-on-2009-buick-enclave/91052)

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**Author:** [@jb2135](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jb2135)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-only-blowing-out-of-top-vents-on-2009-buick-enclave/91052 "2015-08-31T19:37:54Z")

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Hey guys, I'm new to the forum and any advice you could give me would be a big help. I took my Enclave in to get the rack and pinion steering change out for a new one, which was about two weeks ago. I've ha…

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## [Need Help...Car is Squealing, NOT a belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-car-is-squealing-not-a-belt/91034)

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**Author:** [@agwaterman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agwaterman)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-car-is-squealing-not-a-belt/91034 "2015-08-31T16:46:53Z")

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My 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse starting shaking one day and then the next day when I went to start it, it started screeching. Now, it currently struggles to start and when it finally does start it makes this terrible and …

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## [2000 Honda civic ran through puddle. What next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-ran-through-puddle-what-next/90656)

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**Author:** [@Bantar1000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bantar1000)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-honda-civic-ran-through-puddle-what-next/90656 "2015-08-31T14:01:38Z")

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Someone ran me into a curb and a puddle last night and my car stalled just at the end of the puddle. I pushed it and let it sit for two hours and it tried to crank but wouldn't. This morning at 8 I cranked it and it…

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## [Jump starting cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jump-starting-cars/91031)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 8:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jump-starting-cars/91031 "2015-08-31T08:20:58Z")

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I am used to carrying jumper cables. I hear a lot about how they are obsolete. Is this just because if you do something stupid like hook it up backwards, the consequences are worse? Or is there something fundamentally …

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## [Oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak/91048)

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**Author:** [@anandr91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anandr91)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak/91048 "2015-08-31T06:03:25Z")

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Hello, I have a 2006 vw jetta with about 145k miles on it. When I had taken it for oil change, I was told that there is an oil leak around the oil filter bracket and was given a quote of about 1100. Here is my confusion …

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## [2005 VW GTI 1.8l turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-vw-gti-1-8l-turbo/91049)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-vw-gti-1-8l-turbo/91049 "2015-08-31T04:37:09Z")

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Interference engine?

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## [2007 Honda Accord Start up (video included)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-start-up-video-included/90772)

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**Author:** [@Juan303](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Juan303)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-accord-start-up-video-included/90772 "2015-08-31T01:24:40Z")

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My 3.0 L Honda Accord won't start the way it should. I've included a video of the situation. I need help figuring out what I need to replace. http://youtu.be/bru20TXKPqM

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## [2003 Honda Accord V6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-v6/90806)

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**Author:** [@dudebaba](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dudebaba)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord-v6/90806 "2015-08-31T01:17:49Z")

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Recently I started hearing a rattling/grinding metallic sound coming off the right rear while driving slowly. This sound is not reproduced when braking.At first it started while doing sharp right turns only, now its ever…

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## [99 honda accord LX/AT, delay/hesitation between pressing gas and engine responding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-honda-accord-lx-at-delay-hesitation-between-pressing-gas-and-engine-responding/90145)

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**Author:** [@bldrnr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bldrnr)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-honda-accord-lx-at-delay-hesitation-between-pressing-gas-and-engine-responding/90145 "2015-08-31T00:58:46Z")

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156k, 4 cyl, automatic, original owner, been doing all the regular maintenance.. about a year back, got the EGR valve cleaned and then replaced due to some stalls. a month back engine stalled and gave up on highway 10…

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## [2007 honda fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-fit/90557)

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**Author:** [@johnmonette](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnmonette)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2015, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-fit/90557 "2015-08-31T00:50:41Z")

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i have a 2007 honda fit with 120,000 miles. i have noticed a jerking when stopped and idling (in D) and when in 5th gear. any ideas what it might be?

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## [2006 Kia Optima Power Steering and AC compressor troubld](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima-power-steering-and-ac-compressor-troubld/91043)

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**Author:** [@lilblackdog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lilblackdog)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-kia-optima-power-steering-and-ac-compressor-troubld/91043 "2015-08-30T23:08:27Z")

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I have a question about a 2006 Kia Optima. The AC would squeal when you turned it on. It also had a leak in the power steering pump that was driven with for over a year. I replaced the power steering pump and everything…

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## [2002 century airdoor problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-century-airdoor-problem/91041)

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**Author:** [@Fred\_Reefer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fred_Reefer)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-century-airdoor-problem/91041 "2015-08-30T22:10:32Z")

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Howdy. 2002 Buick Century with manual, dual-zone HVAC, 128k miles. The passenger side works fine, but the output from the drivers side vents does not get as cold as the passenger's when cooling. The slide control for …

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## [2000 LeSabre tape deck E10 errors/replacement options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lesabre-tape-deck-e10-errors-replacement-options/90770)

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**Author:** [@pawood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pawood)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lesabre-tape-deck-e10-errors-replacement-options/90770 "2015-08-30T21:39:42Z")

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I would like to use a wired or bluetooth cassette adapter in my tape deck, but every adapter I put in gets ejected after a few seconds with an E10 error showing on the display. According to the manual, this means the tap…

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## [Buick LeSabre ICM and Coil failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lesabre-icm-and-coil-failure/91026)

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**Author:** [@LemonOwner87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LemonOwner87)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lesabre-icm-and-coil-failure/91026 "2015-08-30T20:41:07Z")

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Hey folks. I have come to understand that Buick LeSabres are known for their issues with their ignition modules but I'm trying to figure out the root to the problem. I have an '04 LeSabre 'Custom'. I have had all of the …

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## [Dash panel loses electricity and air conditioning stops](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-panel-loses-electricity-and-air-conditioning-stops/91008)

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**Author:** [@jarethengleheart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jarethengleheart)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dash-panel-loses-electricity-and-air-conditioning-stops/91008 "2015-08-30T20:06:12Z")

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I have a 2006 ford taurus that the dash started flickering about a month ago then it was fine for a couple weeks, yesterday it started flickering again, and then today it completely stopped working all gauges like car is…

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## [Could a failed (leaking) oil pressure sensor cause a po455 (evap system large leak detected) code?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-failed-leaking-oil-pressure-sensor-cause-a-po455-evap-system-large-leak-detected-code/91020)

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**Author:** [@tena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tena)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-failed-leaking-oil-pressure-sensor-cause-a-po455-evap-system-large-leak-detected-code/91020 "2015-08-30T19:29:55Z")

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could a failed (leaking) oil pressure sensor cause a PO455 code?(eval emission system large leak detected)

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## [Broke timing chain=scrap time?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-timing-chain-scrap-time/91033)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broke-timing-chain-scrap-time/91033 "2015-08-30T18:52:31Z")

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We own Saturn vue with timing belt motor. I read lots of tech stories of timing chain motors failing due to chain tensioner issues. Most fixes involve replacing motor or doing major work on head and praying Pistons/rods …

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## [2000 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry/91040)

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**Author:** [@kescott1910](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kescott1910)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-camry/91040 "2015-08-30T16:56:28Z")

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I just bought a 2000 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder with 150K miles. It drove great for a week. Now it wants to cut off when I'm at a stoplight or stop sign. When I press the gas there is no acceleration and very sluggish. …

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## [Ford Escape Software Update](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-software-update/91035)

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**Author:** [@sanlev](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sanlev)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-software-update/91035 "2015-08-30T16:11:36Z")

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I have a 2014 Ford Escape Job 1. Like many people I found online, I test drove a different car than the one I bought. The one I drove had a digital speedometer, the one I bought doesn't. It never occurred to me to ask ab…

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## [Car makes squeaky noises when turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-squeaky-noises-when-turning/91027)

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**Author:** [@krod619](https://community.cartalk.com/u/krod619)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 30, 2015, 6:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-squeaky-noises-when-turning/91027 "2015-08-30T06:41:44Z")

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Okay so I recently replace the rear shock absorbers and now every time I take a corner or when I'm going on a surface that's not flat or just if I go over a bump too quick. I here squeaking sounds I replace the shock abs…

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## [2004 Jeep Liberty -- AC only works while moving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-liberty-ac-only-works-while-moving/91021)

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**Author:** [@Tentoes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tentoes)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-liberty-ac-only-works-while-moving/91021 "2015-08-29T21:22:17Z")

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My 2004 Liberty just started this a couple weeks ago. When sitting still, the AC blows hot air. It cools down nicely when you start moving. This makes traffic lights and people who don't go when the light turns green VER…

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## [98 Subaru Legacy GT Starter Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-subaru-legacy-gt-starter-issue/91013)

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**Author:** [@Tigg76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tigg76)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 7:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-subaru-legacy-gt-starter-issue/91013 "2015-08-29T19:28:48Z")

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Last year my starter was giving me issues to the point where I needed to tap on it to start the car. I replaced the starter with a brand new one and it has recently begun having the same issues. What would cause a brand…

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## [Code reader suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-reader-suggestions/91024)

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**Author:** [@knfenimore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knfenimore)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/code-reader-suggestions/91024 "2015-08-29T19:00:08Z")

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I want to bleed the brakes on my 09 Camry. I need a code reader to open the anti lock brakes. I was wanting suggestios on best reader overall that has this capability. Thanks

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## [2014 Civic - Dealership says I need to spend $300+ to pass inspection - what should I do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-civic-dealership-says-i-need-to-spend-300-to-pass-inspection-what-should-i-do/90989)

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**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 6:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-civic-dealership-says-i-need-to-spend-300-to-pass-inspection-what-should-i-do/90989 "2015-08-29T06:46:03Z")

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I recently dropped my 2014 civic at the dealership for my August inspection renewal. They're saying that my car will not pass inspection (and in fact should not be driven!) until they make some repairs. I know one of t…

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## [No crank '02 xg350](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-02-xg350/91023)

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**Author:** [@mikeydep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikeydep)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 4:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-crank-02-xg350/91023 "2015-08-29T04:54:24Z")

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the other day my hyundai xg350 wouldn't start after being driven for a while...it did start after cooling down a bit, and the engine light came on. once home i got a po355 code...i cleared the code and in the morning she…

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## [2005 Buick Terraza Transmission Brace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-terraza-transmission-brace/90843)

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**Author:** [@Budmkr\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Budmkr_1)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-buick-terraza-transmission-brace/90843 "2015-08-29T04:24:59Z")

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We had the transmission in our Buick Terraza overhauled with 196,000 miles on it. The van had about 250,000 miles on it and we took it on vacation this summer when lo and behold, we were left stranded 800 miles from hom…

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## [Induction Service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/induction-service/91004)

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**Author:** [@Anakasha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anakasha)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/induction-service/91004 "2015-08-29T04:07:30Z")

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I have a 2012 Mustang. It has 34,990 miles on it. I was pulling out of a parking lot and just as i started to accelerate it starting making a weird nose and lurching forward. Would not accelerate and acted really weir…

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## [Golf 3 1995 Automatic trnasmission problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-3-1995-automatic-trnasmission-problem/91011)

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**Author:** [@davidvilchez-rincon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidvilchez-rincon)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-3-1995-automatic-trnasmission-problem/91011 "2015-08-29T03:43:27Z")

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Hi, as the tittle says... I got an automatic VW Golf 3 1995 75ps for my wife, Basically it was a gift, the car is in OK conditions, motor works very decent and for my own amusement the thing actually drives great! The on…

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## [Headlight keeps blowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlight-keeps-blowing/91019)

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**Author:** [@Just\_fluffy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Just_fluffy)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2015, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/headlight-keeps-blowing/91019 "2015-08-29T01:35:05Z")

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About a year ago I was in a front end colisionmainly affecting the passenger side. Had everything fixed (except the headlight housings due to no visible cracks) but ever since my driver side headlight blows about every …

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## [Replace an engine or buy a new (old) car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-an-engine-or-buy-a-new-old-car/91002)

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**Author:** [@poorgradstudent\_s\_la](https://community.cartalk.com/u/poorgradstudent_s_la)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2015, 8:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-an-engine-or-buy-a-new-old-car/91002 "2015-08-28T08:11:41Z")

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Hi everyone, I have a 2004 hyundai santa fe 3.5L with about 123k mi on it. It went kaput and is currently inoperable, and I've been told the most economical choice to get it running again would be to completely replace…

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