# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2004 Cadillac DeVille - Main bearing - Is ti tricky?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-cadillac-deville-main-bearing-is-ti-tricky/182342)

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**Author:** [@Xavier16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Xavier16)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2022, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-cadillac-deville-main-bearing-is-ti-tricky/182342 "2022-02-10T03:44:27Z")

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Main bearing is they easy to do car have little knocking noise to it can I save it?

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## [2006 Chevrolet Cobalt - Battery won't hold a charge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-cobalt-battery-wont-hold-a-charge/182390)

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**Author:** [@Ed33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed33)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 10, 2022, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-cobalt-battery-wont-hold-a-charge/182390 "2022-02-10T01:47:21Z")

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2006 cobalt battery drains in 3 days of just sitting

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## [2018 GMC Yukon XL - Bad lighting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-gmc-yukon-xl-bad-lighting/182359)

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**Author:** [@SADDLEUPMT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SADDLEUPMT)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-gmc-yukon-xl-bad-lighting/182359 "2022-02-09T19:14:39Z")

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These have to be the worst high beams I have ever seen. Is there a bulb we can change to that makes them at least a little better than the low beams? Can hardly even tell when you switch to HB from LB. Pretty sad.

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## [2013 Honda Crosstour - EPS issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-crosstour-eps-issue/182375)

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**Author:** [@nova43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nova43)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-crosstour-eps-issue/182375 "2022-02-09T17:09:38Z")

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my 2013 honda crosstour v6 3.5l EPS locked-up on me what is possible problems. I need help thanks.

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## [2014 Volkswagen Passat - Misfires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-passat-misfires/182382)

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**Author:** [@dwayne.d](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwayne.d)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-volkswagen-passat-misfires/182382 "2022-02-09T16:14:43Z")

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2014 passat had misfire problem.o2 sensor bank 1 cam position sensor replaced all but car still showing misfiring all cylinders

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## [Knocking Sound When Tire Stops Moving? Help Diagnosing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-when-tire-stops-moving-help-diagnosing/182324)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-sound-when-tire-stops-moving-help-diagnosing/182324 "2022-02-09T14:43:17Z")

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Hi. I have a 2005 Camry LE, about 180k miles on it. Engine is 2AZ-FE. Automatic Transmission is U250E I’ve started noticing that when I brake at low speeds, right before coming to a stop, I hear a knocking sound. I only…

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## [Honda Fit Wire Harness ID](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-fit-wire-harness-id/182373)

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**Author:** [@bita\_179402](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bita_179402)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-fit-wire-harness-id/182373 "2022-02-09T14:04:11Z")

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Greetings fellow DYI car repairers. My car is as recently the victim of a rat. She chewed through the carpet under the back seat where it connects to the floor (see attached pic). She got halfway through a wire harness…

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## [2011 Hyundai Santa Fe - smoke from the steering column](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-santa-fe-smoke-from-the-steering-column/138755)

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**Author:** [@JenniferCale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JenniferCale)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 10:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-santa-fe-smoke-from-the-steering-column/138755 "2022-02-09T10:24:19Z")

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Turn signal not in use but start clicking like it was then smoke started coming out where turn signal goes into steering column. Turned off vehicle and got a tow truck to pick up. I was afraid to restart in case of fire.…

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## ['07 hyundai Tucson belt problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-hyundai-tucson-belt-problem/182353)

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**Author:** [@jacobjudy796\_179391](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jacobjudy796_179391)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 9:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-hyundai-tucson-belt-problem/182353 "2022-02-09T09:50:47Z")

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My car has been squealing for a while, this suddenly stopped last night while driving, and i lost power steering. AC still runs but no hot air which i like to have when it’s cold like this. Battery light and abs light ar…

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## [2006 f150 4.6 ticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-f150-4-6-ticking/182344)

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**Author:** [@Michaelpollard2227\_179383](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michaelpollard2227_179383)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-f150-4-6-ticking/182344 "2022-02-09T02:31:02Z")

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I have an 06 f150 with the 4.6 it has 255k miles. About 230k miles it started a ticking that seems to be coming from the passenger side valve cover area. The ticking will speed up and slow down with idle but seems to get…

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## [2004 Chevrolet SSR - Runs hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-ssr-runs-hot/182346)

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**Author:** [@2004ssr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2004ssr)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-ssr-runs-hot/182346 "2022-02-09T02:24:50Z")

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Truck has run a little hot but always comes back to 210 degrees from about 230 degrees. twice now stated to overheat 1st time I replaced the thermostat was fine for 2 weeks then did it again. Had it towed to the shop. Co…

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## [2012 Nissan Quest - Paint issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-quest-paint-issues/182351)

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**Author:** [@Maverick361953](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maverick361953)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 9, 2022, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-quest-paint-issues/182351 "2022-02-09T00:16:22Z")

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Paint peeling on the top of the vehicle & rear door.

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## [2011 GMC Terrain - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-oil-consumption/182330)

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**Author:** [@JodieMurphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JodieMurphy)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-oil-consumption/182330 "2022-02-08T22:26:15Z")

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Hello, I’m sorry to reach out to a popular on the air talk show personality/trusted automotive mechanic, but I am sooo in a pinch! I am a midwest mom of 2 kids in community college, a wife to my husband with degenerati…

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## [2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Build details](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-silverado-1500-build-details/182332)

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**Author:** [@DavidSorensen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidSorensen)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-silverado-1500-build-details/182332 "2022-02-08T22:16:50Z")

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looking for build details

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## [2019 Honda Ridgeline - Backup camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-ridgeline-backup-camera/182361)

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**Author:** [@tree36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tree36)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-ridgeline-backup-camera/182361 "2022-02-08T18:54:12Z")

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Backup camera not working. If this was recall 2017 it should be a recall on my 2019.

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## [Clacking or clicking noise from under engine hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clacking-or-clicking-noise-from-under-engine-hood/182318)

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**Author:** [@danima2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danima2)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 3:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clacking-or-clicking-noise-from-under-engine-hood/182318 "2022-02-08T15:53:27Z")

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Hello, I am getting a clacking/clicking noise from under the engine hood when in idle (car is in park) Here is the sound from under the hood I have a honda civic 2002 with a dw16w1 engine. Does anyone have any idea…

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## [2020 Chevrolet Impala - No AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-impala-no-ac/182320)

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**Author:** [@RonTurman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RonTurman)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 8, 2022, 3:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-chevrolet-impala-no-ac/182320 "2022-02-08T03:42:32Z")

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A/C quit working while on the trip from Ca. Turned it on and no cold air. I have not looked at it as of yet. Been a automotive Tech/Mechanic for 60 years. Retired with heart problems. Plus had to bury my brother. My plat…

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## [1985 Toyota Corolla required mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-corolla-required-mileage/182303)

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**Author:** [@Msizih](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Msizih)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-corolla-required-mileage/182303 "2022-02-07T15:50:45Z")

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How many mpg does my corolla 1985 1.6 Gl require?

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## [Troubleshooting after jumper cable reversed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/troubleshooting-after-jumper-cable-reversed/181868)

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**Author:** [@ctk8299\_179075](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ctk8299_179075)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/troubleshooting-after-jumper-cable-reversed/181868 "2022-02-07T15:08:59Z")

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After sitting in sub-zero weather for a few days, I needed to jump my 2014 Outback to get it started. Hooked up the cables, turned the key, and then the horn started blasting. Disconnected the cables and eventually reali…

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## [Gas Pedal Vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-vibration/182327)

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**Author:** [@greystorm78\_179373](https://community.cartalk.com/u/greystorm78_179373)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 5:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pedal-vibration/182327 "2022-02-07T05:01:40Z")

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I have gas pedal vibration when accelerating. I can feel it the most when the car goes hits 1500rpm. Took it to the dealership and they checked for exhaust leak, engine mounts, and driveshaft. They didn’t find anything w…

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## [2008 Acura TL battery dead and automatic seat won’t move](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-tl-battery-dead-and-automatic-seat-won-t-move/182305)

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**Author:** [@Brabham2021](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brabham2021)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 4:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-tl-battery-dead-and-automatic-seat-won-t-move/182305 "2022-02-07T04:36:31Z")

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My Battery is dead in my car and my automatic seat will not move

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## [Crumbling rubber cover on the acceleration pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crumbling-rubber-cover-on-the-acceleration-pump/182309)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crumbling-rubber-cover-on-the-acceleration-pump/182309 "2022-02-07T01:24:56Z")

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I notice the rubber cover of my acceleration pump is cracked and missing a piece. It doesn’t leak. (I re-built my carburetor a few years ago because the AP leaked - it’s disappointing that the replacement has failed so…

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## [2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - No more chimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-no-more-chimes/182272)

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**Author:** [@dennis15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dennis15)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2022, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-no-more-chimes/182272 "2022-02-07T00:25:37Z")

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all audio such as turn signals ,door ajar or low fuel.

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## [Leaking Flex Pipe: Fix needed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-flex-pipe-fix-needed/182262)

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**Author:** [@RoyalVirgin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoyalVirgin)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-flex-pipe-fix-needed/182262 "2022-02-06T19:20:56Z")

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Hi! Recently my catalytic converter got stolen (bastards). I brought it to a muffler shop and they replaced it. They also attended me on a leaking flex pipe, see pictures. I am planning on using the car until end of Au…

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## [2001 Dodge Dakota - Power steering issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-power-steering-issues/182322)

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**Author:** [@DionDell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DionDell)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-dakota-power-steering-issues/182322 "2022-02-06T18:41:17Z")

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I have a 01 dodge Dakota 4.7l and my power steering is driving me crazy. It started whining when I would turn so I replaced the pump and bled it correctly. Still whines. 1 year later and 3 brand new, not remanufactured, …

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## [Reverse parking sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-parking-sensors/182239)

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**Author:** [@danima2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danima2)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reverse-parking-sensors/182239 "2022-02-06T17:20:41Z")

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Hello, I am exploring aftermarket parking sensors. It seems like most sensors have a dead zone of at least 20 cm. Are there parking sensors with a smaller dead zone? Edit: I live in the area of Tel Aviv and parking spo…

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## [Reflector light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reflector-light/182291)

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**Author:** [@kev1365\_179348](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kev1365_179348)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reflector-light/182291 "2022-02-06T13:13:43Z")

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Hi hit and run. The only evidence I have is this car part. anyone know what make and model? I have been looking at reflectors in google images all day but cannot find any that looks like this. And yes I know if I know t…

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## [2009 Volkswagen Golf indicator flashes the wrong direction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-golf-indicator-flashes-the-wrong-direction/182294)

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**Author:** [@Matster123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matster123)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 12:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-volkswagen-golf-indicator-flashes-the-wrong-direction/182294 "2022-02-06T12:33:52Z")

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Indicator when turning right on my golf for some reason flashes left instead, any ideas??

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## [1990 Nissan Stanza driver side headlight lost power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-stanza-driver-side-headlight-lost-power/182308)

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**Author:** [@nopeda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nopeda)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-stanza-driver-side-headlight-lost-power/182308 "2022-02-06T00:37:08Z")

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The driver side headlight on my 1990 Nissan Stanza has lost power. I replaced the socket so far just with wire nuts and when that didn’t fix the problem I checked for power by removing the nuts and testing between the wi…

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## [2008 Saturn Vue key is stuck, engine won’t turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-vue-key-is-stuck-engine-won-t-turn-over/182297)

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**Author:** [@haasman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/haasman)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2022, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-saturn-vue-key-is-stuck-engine-won-t-turn-over/182297 "2022-02-05T21:39:34Z")

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car ignition will NOT turn over; key stuck in ignition hole; battery dead…happened overnite

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