# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [Mystery Stalling Problem with 2000 Ford Taurus Wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-stalling-problem-with-2000-ford-taurus-wagon/182986)

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**Author:** [@mcd5brady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcd5brady)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mystery-stalling-problem-with-2000-ford-taurus-wagon/182986 "2022-03-14T19:41:29Z")

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My 2000 Taurus wagon has been stalling while driving at slow speeds, on and off, since last September. It would be fine for days and then the problem would occur, with repeated stalls all the way home. On one occasion I …

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## [2019 Cadillac XT5 - squeaky brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-cadillac-xt5-squeaky-brakes/182969)

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**Author:** [@Campgk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Campgk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-cadillac-xt5-squeaky-brakes/182969 "2022-03-14T18:05:03Z")

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Squeaking brakes. I’m really disappointed.

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## [2011 Ford Explorer - burning smell after limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-explorer-burning-smell-after-limp-mode/182967)

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**Author:** [@JudithRapley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JudithRapley)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-explorer-burning-smell-after-limp-mode/182967 "2022-03-14T17:59:58Z")

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car went into limp mode , got home slowly but safely . burning smell of hot brakes but had that checked out but that was not it. does not happen all the time. do not know when it will happen.

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## [Do OEM recommended tires make sense? Audi "AO" tires. 2018 Q5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-oem-recommended-tires-make-sense-audi-ao-tires-2018-q5/182920)

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**Author:** [@pscamperle\_179907](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pscamperle_179907)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-oem-recommended-tires-make-sense-audi-ao-tires-2018-q5/182920 "2022-03-14T14:43:13Z")

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I have two sets of wheels for my 2018 Audi Q5 – 17" for Winter and 20" for the rest of the year. I’m ready to replace both sets. The Audi dealer tells me that the “AO” designated tires have sidewall specs and chemical …

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## [2016 Honda Odyssey - beeping under the hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-odyssey-beeping-under-the-hood/182955)

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**Author:** [@Steve03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Steve03)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 1:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-odyssey-beeping-under-the-hood/182955 "2022-03-14T13:28:57Z")

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moved 2016 Honda Odyssey about 200 feet this morning. When i turned off engine and locked car, I noticed a high pitched beeping sound coming from under the hood. I have turned off everything in car locked doors and bee…

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## [Jeep Grand Cherokee brake trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-brake-trouble/182980)

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**Author:** [@Desilexy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Desilexy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 14, 2022, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-brake-trouble/182980 "2022-03-14T01:03:42Z")

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I’m at a loss and I can’t find suggestions of things that I haven’t already replaced. I’m going to start at the beginning so this may get long. About a year ago my brake pedal started acting funny. Sometimes it was norm…

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## [Try to siphon 1.5 or add 9 gallons "new" gas to car sitting for 8 mos.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/try-to-siphon-1-5-or-add-9-gallons-new-gas-to-car-sitting-for-8-mos/182972)

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**Author:** [@bottumh\_179934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bottumh_179934)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2022, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/try-to-siphon-1-5-or-add-9-gallons-new-gas-to-car-sitting-for-8-mos/182972 "2022-03-13T21:01:48Z")

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1995 Honda Del Sol VTEC: She hasn’t been started for 8 months. She only has ⅛ of an 11 gallon gas tank and I’m concerned about the gas in the tank being gross, and gross gasoline is just that - gross. Should I: A) sip…

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## [2016 Dodge Dart vibration when braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-dart-vibration-when-braking/182974)

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**Author:** [@Mike17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike17)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2022, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-dart-vibration-when-braking/182974 "2022-03-13T20:55:46Z")

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While braking, at time the front end will vibrate/shake. Brakes look fine.

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## [2015 Toyota Scion - Where to repair a bumper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-scion-where-to-repair-a-bumper/182952)

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**Author:** [@Ladyrags7s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ladyrags7s)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 13, 2022, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-scion-where-to-repair-a-bumper/182952 "2022-03-13T20:39:24Z")

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Where can I get the front bumper fix or repair on my sicon xa 2015

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## [Engine stuttering in low rpms and now won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stuttering-in-low-rpms-and-now-won-t-start/182930)

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**Author:** [@Ryan-L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-L)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stuttering-in-low-rpms-and-now-won-t-start/182930 "2022-03-12T21:52:35Z")

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Hello! Brand new here, hopefully it’s cool to be posting a topic right away. Bought 2014 Murano in January, 112K on the odometer. It drove like a champ until a few weeks ago: Began having trouble starting (cold or ho…

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## [HID bulb no low beam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-bulb-no-low-beam/182893)

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**Author:** [@erickrjohn\_179891](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erickrjohn_179891)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hid-bulb-no-low-beam/182893 "2022-03-12T21:11:50Z")

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Replaced driver side headlight with new HID bulb. Stays on high beam. Passenger side dims properly, but new bulb does not. Replaced new bulb and second new one does same. D5S bulb.

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## [Overheating issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-issue/182830)

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**Author:** [@brimershannon38\_179846](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brimershannon38_179846)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-issue/182830 "2022-03-12T20:33:23Z")

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i have a 03 chevy tracker 4x4 2.0 4 cylinder its nots throwing any codes i replaced water pump thermostat camshaft sensor egr valve and 02 sensors and crank shaft sensor all of which i didnt ever have a code for and the…

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## [2008 Ford Escape - Lower control arm broke. How do I fix it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-lower-control-arm-broke-how-do-i-fix-it/182902)

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**Author:** [@earlchace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/earlchace)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-lower-control-arm-broke-how-do-i-fix-it/182902 "2022-03-12T18:38:26Z")

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lower control arm broke

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## [Rattling under the pedals please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-the-pedals-please-help/182946)

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**Author:** [@chey7272\_179921](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chey7272_179921)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rattling-under-the-pedals-please-help/182946 "2022-03-12T17:16:29Z")

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I bought this car back in October. Within a day it started rattling. The rattle is intense and can be felt in the pedals and gearshift. No mechanic can figure out what it is. It has an aftermarket exhaust but everything …

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## [2007 Chrysler Pacifica - I think my timing belt broke - Advice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-i-think-my-timing-belt-broke-advice/182882)

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**Author:** [@Jannie51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jannie51)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chrysler-pacifica-i-think-my-timing-belt-broke-advice/182882 "2022-03-12T16:30:25Z")

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I have a 2007 chrysler pacifica 4.0L and we believe the timing belt broke,I wasmt driving it when it broke I started it one day and it was good to go for a sec then I heard the break and shut the car off,it wants to star…

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## [328i goes into "limp mode" when driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/328i-goes-into-limp-mode-when-driving/182935)

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**Author:** [@bobdbaker88\_178523](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobdbaker88_178523)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/328i-goes-into-limp-mode-when-driving/182935 "2022-03-12T15:40:37Z")

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My 2007 328i has sat for a a couple of years in the garage. After a fresh tank of fuel and a new battery she started right up. I checked the fluids (no leaks) and took her out for a ride. I missed driving her, felt soli…

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## [What is causing the frequent brake failures on this 2007 Toyota Highlander?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-causing-the-frequent-brake-failures-on-this-2007-toyota-highlander/182940)

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**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-causing-the-frequent-brake-failures-on-this-2007-toyota-highlander/182940 "2022-03-12T13:47:50Z")

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Hi Folks, I own a 2007 Highlander that I LOVE. The youngsters mostly drive it now, but it only sees about 5K miles per year. We have other cars. The vehicle went about four years and 43K without needing brake work. Then…

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## [2009 Toyota Scion - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-scion-starting-issues/182944)

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**Author:** [@TeriGonzalez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TeriGonzalez)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-scion-starting-issues/182944 "2022-03-12T13:43:25Z")

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car starts up but wont turn over

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## [Battery keeps dieing when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-keeps-dieing-when-cold/182948)

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**Author:** [@kingenik3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kingenik3)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-keeps-dieing-when-cold/182948 "2022-03-12T13:35:19Z")

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The past 2 fridays went to leave work, warmed up the car came out and the battery light was on. Was able to drive for about 1 mile and all h@ll would break loose with power, and anything with a light. Then just shut off.…

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## [Craig's Rustloleaum Blazer Paint job - How's it holding up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/craigs-rustloleaum-blazer-paint-job-hows-it-holding-up/182896)

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**Author:** [@GSteeger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSteeger)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 12, 2022, 5:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/craigs-rustloleaum-blazer-paint-job-hows-it-holding-up/182896 "2022-03-12T05:39:52Z")

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I’m interested in finding out how Craig Fitzgerald’s Rustoleum paint job is holding up on his Blazer. I want to try it on my 1973 Monte Carlo.

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## [2018 Honda Accord Sdn - High beams not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-sdn-high-beams-not-working/182915)

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**Author:** [@ataylor02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ataylor02)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-sdn-high-beams-not-working/182915 "2022-03-11T23:40:18Z")

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My 2018 Honda Accord high beams and auto lights are not working. First high beams stop working and now the auto beams are not working.

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## [2016 Buick Encore - Tics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-tics/182819)

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**Author:** [@Dave28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave28)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-encore-tics/182819 "2022-03-11T21:59:27Z")

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I have an encore 2016. As soon as i give it gas i hear a slight ticking sound, it goes faster the more i accelerate but shuts the ticking off as soon as i let my foot off the gas, any ideas?

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## [Coolant level rises slightly in reservoir when radiator cap removed in cold car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-level-rises-slightly-in-reservoir-when-radiator-cap-removed-in-cold-car/182936)

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**Author:** [@luciagifford\_176409](https://community.cartalk.com/u/luciagifford_176409)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-level-rises-slightly-in-reservoir-when-radiator-cap-removed-in-cold-car/182936 "2022-03-11T19:32:40Z")

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Is it normal in a cold car (off for many hours) for the coolant level to rise slightly into the coolant reservoir when the radiator cap is removed? It rose maybe 1/4 of an inch but I thought there is supposed to be no pr…

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## [Strange jingling sound coming from new coilovers (video included)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-jingling-sound-coming-from-new-coilovers-video-included/182916)

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**Author:** [@snahfu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snahfu)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-jingling-sound-coming-from-new-coilovers-video-included/182916 "2022-03-11T19:27:09Z")

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(video of the sound it makes from my dash) (picture of suspension) I had some new Tein (Advance z) coilovers installed on my car. Its been driving wonderful but when going over bumps, I hear this high toned/ metal …

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## [Gumout multi-system tune-up Vs Marvell Mystery Oil (MMO)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gumout-multi-system-tune-up-vs-marvell-mystery-oil-mmo/182869)

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**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gumout-multi-system-tune-up-vs-marvell-mystery-oil-mmo/182869 "2022-03-11T13:49:36Z")

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I started using the MMO on my Acura integra since there was carbon deposit when looked through the spark plug hole. After about a 32oz (80gals of gas), gas mileage improvement was noticed only during the last two applica…

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## [2009 Pontiac G5 - Transmission issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-transmission-issue/182933)

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**Author:** [@Tim25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tim25)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 11, 2022, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pontiac-g5-transmission-issue/182933 "2022-03-11T00:37:15Z")

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My automatic transmission is not engaging nicely when shifting from reverse to drive, and the gears are not shifting properly. The RPMs are fluctuating about 500 up and down as it shifts. I’ve had the intake and exhaus…

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## [2011 Ford Ranger - Power door issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-ranger-power-door-issue/182908)

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**Author:** [@how](https://community.cartalk.com/u/how)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2022, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-ranger-power-door-issue/182908 "2022-03-10T22:02:59Z")

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both door power window down switch dont work

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## [2013 Infiniti JX35 - The dreaded CVT nightmare](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-infiniti-jx35-the-dreaded-cvt-nightmare/182564)

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**Author:** [@deanstiles\_179622](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deanstiles_179622)\
**Replies:** 60\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2022, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-infiniti-jx35-the-dreaded-cvt-nightmare/182564 "2022-03-10T20:41:31Z")

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All - looking for advice here. Bought a new 2013 JX35 in 11/2012. It was a great vehicle up until 2.5 years ago, 105K miles, the transmission failed. It was then I discovered I basically bought a mechanically flawed vehi…

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## [2013 Lincoln MKZ - Seat stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lincoln-mkz-seat-stuck/182928)

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**Author:** [@milton4817](https://community.cartalk.com/u/milton4817)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2022, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-lincoln-mkz-seat-stuck/182928 "2022-03-10T18:37:59Z")

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rear 2\\3 seat locked in down position due to seat belt not functioning, Rewind stuck , are there any parts to fix this?

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## [2015 Jeep Cherokee - Brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-brake-issue/182905)

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**Author:** [@Skiller99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Skiller99)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 10, 2022, 5:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-brake-issue/182905 "2022-03-10T05:43:06Z")

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i habe a 2015 jeep cherokee and just had the breaks replaced (front and back rotors and pads) noticed a vibration when i traveled at highway speeds and took it back to the shop my mechanic stated that apparently my br…

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