# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=166

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## [Brainbee ST-9000 diagnostic help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brainbee-st-9000-diagnostic-help/183611)

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**Author:** [@shehuklejdi\_180394](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shehuklejdi_180394)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2022, 2:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brainbee-st-9000-diagnostic-help/183611 "2022-04-17T14:27:11Z")

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I have a brainbee st 9000 diagnostic tool. My license has expires and you cant buy anymore. There are methods to crack it but i would like some help.

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## [Transfer case or Transmission making noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-case-or-transmission-making-noise/183609)

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**Author:** [@444samc\_180384](https://community.cartalk.com/u/444samc_180384)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2022, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-case-or-transmission-making-noise/183609 "2022-04-17T05:29:45Z")

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I have a 97 Chevy k2500 and it makes this noise when I turn the drive shaft forward by hand, but doesn’t make the noise when turning in reverse. It’s sounds like it’s coming from the transfer case or transmission. I’ll p…

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## [CR-V touchscreen is possessed!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-touchscreen-is-possessed/183608)

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**Author:** [@nsmodi73\_151512](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nsmodi73_151512)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2022, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cr-v-touchscreen-is-possessed/183608 "2022-04-17T08:03:00Z")

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Had this 2018 CR-V for about a year now, and the last few months, the screen starts blinking off and on as if it’s changing the brightness setting like crazy all by itself. There’s no indication as to what starts it, but…

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## [Puzzler, incorrect camshaft installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-incorrect-camshaft-installation/183607)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2022, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler-incorrect-camshaft-installation/183607 "2022-04-17T00:54:07Z")

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One of the recent podcasts had an interesting puzzler, a mechanic installed the wrong version of the camshaft for the engine. The symptoms were low oil pressure and idle rpm racing. Ray explained why this could caus…

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## [Rim torn by roadside debris. Can I repair my wheel and safely use it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rim-torn-by-roadside-debris-can-i-repair-my-wheel-and-safely-use-it/183590)

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**Author:** [@tmarNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tmarNH)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rim-torn-by-roadside-debris-can-i-repair-my-wheel-and-safely-use-it/183590 "2022-04-16T23:26:32Z")

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Hello all! I didn’t know where to turn, but I remember listening to Car Talk from the backseat as a kid, so here I am. Apologies for improper terminology. Please correct as needed. Situation: Blowout flat going through…

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## [Brake Caliper Bracket Zerk Fitting - Not Bleeder Screw, Good Idea?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-caliper-bracket-zerk-fitting-not-bleeder-screw-good-idea/183509)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-caliper-bracket-zerk-fitting-not-bleeder-screw-good-idea/183509 "2022-04-16T22:51:47Z")

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So I was thinking that it would make greasing brake caliper guide pins easier, if you drilled a hole in the bracket, two of them, one into the bore of each guide pin. This would allow for for the pins to get more fully g…

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## [Hole in Oil Filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-oil-filter/180170)

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**Author:** [@bluf\_177823](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bluf_177823)\
**Replies:** 56\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hole-in-oil-filter/180170 "2022-04-16T22:48:21Z")

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\-Today, Saturday, out of state, Oso Blanco found oil splatter on the F-150 tailgate and elsewhere, then discovered a hole in the truck’s oil filter. :grimacing: Oso travels on paved roads, highways, and, rarely, on gra…

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## [2019 Hyundai Genesis - Vibration problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-genesis-vibration-problems/179775)

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**Author:** [@Nelson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nelson)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-genesis-vibration-problems/179775 "2022-04-16T22:45:43Z")

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same problem, 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 Tech, and new 2019 Genesis 5.0 … both have the vibration problem

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## [2005 Pacifica / Engine Movement / Clunk on fast acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pacifica-engine-movement-clunk-on-fast-acceleration/129124)

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**Author:** [@robbjornstad\_144099](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robbjornstad_144099)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pacifica-engine-movement-clunk-on-fast-acceleration/129124 "2022-04-16T22:37:49Z")

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I have a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica FWD with 300,000 kms. On a fast acceleration there is a loud thump noise. The faster the acceleration the louder the thump. If I hit the gas hard it is almost as if I ran over something. I…

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## [2011 Buick Regal - Oil issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-oil-issues/183598)

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**Author:** [@Kevin05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kevin05)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-buick-regal-oil-issues/183598 "2022-04-16T13:28:04Z")

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A couple of days ago I experience a small oil leak n that next moring I want to go start my car it was okay but when I got half way to the store the oil just drop and it was Smokey

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## [2016 Chevrolet 1500 - Clutch codes - Any help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-1500-clutch-codes-any-help/183575)

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**Author:** [@Tischegebet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tischegebet)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2022, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-1500-clutch-codes-any-help/183575 "2022-04-15T16:01:26Z")

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Just purchased a 2016 Chevy Silvarado 1500 4x4 with max tow package and max trailer package, which almost makes it a 3/4 ton pickup, 68k miles Absolutely one of the nicest trucks I have ever owned, also my first 4x4; whi…

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## [Volvo s40 idle and rev up challenge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s40-idle-and-rev-up-challenge/130690)

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**Author:** [@Gavilon\_Basson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gavilon_Basson)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2022, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-s40-idle-and-rev-up-challenge/130690 "2022-04-15T01:00:15Z")

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Hi guys, I drive a Volvo S40 1999, 2L, none turbo, automatic. I’ve recently bought a engine from Mike’s Place and i so regret and wouldn’t advise anyone to buy their. The engine won’t idle smoothly and when I give Gas…

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## [2017 Lincoln MKC - Nav cleared all my destinations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-nav-cleared-all-my-destinations/183571)

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**Author:** [@lzaboro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lzaboro)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 15, 2022, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-nav-cleared-all-my-destinations/183571 "2022-04-15T00:10:35Z")

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the navigational system deleted all of the destination points

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## [Push button start not engaging bendix. Starter replaced need HELP](https://community.cartalk.com/t/push-button-start-not-engaging-bendix-starter-replaced-need-help/183513)

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**Author:** [@crystaleighs\_413](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crystaleighs_413)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/push-button-start-not-engaging-bendix-starter-replaced-need-help/183513 "2022-04-14T23:25:08Z")

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have a Hyundai sonata limited 2015. Buy at 20,000 MI. Never an issue with my push button start until about 80k. Sometimes would need to hit my start button a couple times to get it to start. It always would start eventua…

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## [2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Clunks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-clunks/183581)

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**Author:** [@Curtis08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Curtis08)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-clunks/183581 "2022-04-14T23:19:45Z")

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I too have had a clunk noise in the rear end of my truck when slowing for a corner and then slightly speeding up. It’s done that since new. The dealer where I bought it also told me it was normal. I now have 100k miles o…

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## [2017 Audi Q7 - Reality check request - Motor Mount cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-audi-q7-reality-check-request-motor-mount-cost/183551)

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**Author:** [@Maren425](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maren425)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-audi-q7-reality-check-request-motor-mount-cost/183551 "2022-04-14T23:10:44Z")

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Help! Please…I’ve been told I need the Drivers side motor mount replaced at a cost of 1800.00. $2600.00 for Left and Right. Does this sound like a fair price?

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## [Parasitic battery drain or bad new alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-battery-drain-or-bad-new-alternator/183573)

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**Author:** [@marissa\_180362](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marissa_180362)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 3:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parasitic-battery-drain-or-bad-new-alternator/183573 "2022-04-14T15:45:24Z")

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During the last hour of a nine hour trip, battery charging system light came on our 2009 Honda odyssey. We eked out the last 35 miles and got to a place that tested the 3.5 year old battery. It showed it all but dead and…

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## [2013 Ford Escape - Failed transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-failed-transmission/183554)

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**Author:** [@Will17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Will17)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 12:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-failed-transmission/183554 "2022-04-14T12:34:59Z")

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Transmission failed 2013 Ford Escape… Should be recalled and replaced by Ford!,

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## [2011 Subaru Outback - Infotainment issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-infotainment-issue/183546)

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**Author:** [@DaneHansen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaneHansen)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-outback-infotainment-issue/183546 "2022-04-14T11:48:00Z")

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I have lines on screen when I put car in reverse

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## [2018 Honda Civic Sdn - Trunk opens](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-sdn-trunk-opens/183566)

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**Author:** [@Rob18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rob18)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-sdn-trunk-opens/183566 "2022-04-14T03:44:32Z")

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The trunk opens by itself while in motion without any imput from key fob or door switch. Anbody else experience this?

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## [2005 Ford Escape - Starter issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-starter-issue/183560)

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**Author:** [@scoottergilk89](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scoottergilk89)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-starter-issue/183560 "2022-04-14T00:57:45Z")

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2nd starter dragging heavily can’t find short

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## [Clearing the Not Ready indicator - Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clearing-the-not-ready-indicator-catalytic-converter/104902)

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**Author:** [@allanradman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allanradman)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clearing-the-not-ready-indicator-catalytic-converter/104902 "2022-04-13T23:53:36Z")

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I have a 2002 Acura RSX/S in which the Not Ready is indicated for the catalytic converter. Therefore, it won't pass California smog. I don't know how to clear this and make it "ready". All other indicators are in the r…

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## [1998 cadillac deville](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-deville/183501)

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**Author:** [@rieflez27\_180316](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rieflez27_180316)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 7:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-cadillac-deville/183501 "2022-04-13T19:50:42Z")

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My friend bought a 98 cadillac deville. Runs like a dream. However it keeps leaking coolant from the overflow cap. We replaced the entire over flow reservoir and cap, and its still 100% leaking from the cap. The lady sai…

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## [2020 Chrysler 300s completely dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chrysler-300s-completely-dead/183548)

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**Author:** [@DookSmooth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DookSmooth)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chrysler-300s-completely-dead/183548 "2022-04-13T15:04:18Z")

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I tried to start my car this morning using my key fob and got no response. The car was completely dead. I had to use the physical key in order to get inside the vehicle. I was then able to pop the hood and try to have m…

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## [Beware of ethanol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of-ethanol/183544)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beware-of-ethanol/183544 "2022-04-13T02:00:29Z")

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this summer. new policy will allow higher ethanol content in gas. severely misguided in my opinion. (a recovered ethanol fan)

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## [2019 Honda Civic Service 15000+ miles maintainance checklist](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-civic-service-15000-miles-maintainance-checklist/183521)

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**Author:** [@vjak19830402\_180326](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vjak19830402_180326)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-civic-service-15000-miles-maintainance-checklist/183521 "2022-04-13T01:54:49Z")

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My car shows 15200 miles and I am trying to find what all Services I need to do to keep the car in good condition. On 31 Jan 2022 , I did the following: Four wheel alignment - 116$ Right now, these are the things tha…

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## [Pontiac Grand Prix code P0304 misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-grand-prix-code-p0304-misfire/183471)

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**Author:** [@Angelv3059\_180292](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Angelv3059_180292)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-grand-prix-code-p0304-misfire/183471 "2022-04-13T01:13:31Z")

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07 Pontiac Grand Prix 177k miles. Engine misfire code P0304 indicated I change spark plugs, wires, and coils which I did. No fix. Then the reading recommends replacing fuel injectors, the shop I went to is reliable… b…

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## [What's a good fluid to prime a dry carburetor other than gasoline?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-a-good-fluid-to-prime-a-dry-carburetor-other-than-gasoline/183429)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-a-good-fluid-to-prime-a-dry-carburetor-other-than-gasoline/183429 "2022-04-12T21:54:16Z")

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I go months between starts. I like to prime the carburetor after long intervals. I’ve used carburetor cleaner, the spray kind, but the last few cans I’ve used up the propellant long before the fluid. I punch a hole in…

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## [Can Somebody Identify These Suspension Parts For Me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-somebody-identify-these-suspension-parts-for-me/183541)

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**Author:** [@nick.bumblewood\_180339](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nick.bumblewood_180339)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 7:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-somebody-identify-these-suspension-parts-for-me/183541 "2022-04-12T19:17:29Z")

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Bought my mk4 gti lowered. After some time owning it I’ve gotten it set back to it’s original ride height, but I still have the old suspension parts from when it was lowered. I’m looking to sell them but I’m not super kn…

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## [Idling Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idling-issues/183529)

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**Author:** [@rob\_180333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rob_180333)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idling-issues/183529 "2022-04-12T16:13:28Z")

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1998 Honda Civic Hatchback Just started my 1998 Civic hatchback after sitting in my driveway for 8 months. Was not doing this before last year. Suggestions on cause? https://robgallocom-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/persona…

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