# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=215

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## [Strange engine sound MX5 NBFL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-engine-sound-mx5-nbfl/178801)

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**Author:** [@Rhadamenthos](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rhadamenthos)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2021, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-engine-sound-mx5-nbfl/178801 "2021-08-19T06:17:23Z")

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Hi there, I found out at a cold start that I had a strange ugly engine sound instead of the sweet purr it used to be. I made a video after a cold start, at idle : Bruit étrange moteur - YouTube I’m a bit worried someth…

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## [2002 Honda Odyssey - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-wont-start/178695)

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**Author:** [@LESTERCCAMPBELL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LESTERCCAMPBELL)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2021, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-wont-start/178695 "2021-08-19T06:06:31Z")

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honda will not start

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## [2013 Toyota Camry - Squealing under braking, grinding when turning at speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-squealing-under-braking-grinding-when-turning-at-speed/178806)

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**Author:** [@Vionas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vionas)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2021, 12:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-camry-squealing-under-braking-grinding-when-turning-at-speed/178806 "2021-08-19T00:57:38Z")

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I have a used 2013 Toyota Camry that I’ve owned for about 5 months with 86k miles, and have noticed that there’s a almost grinding noise (think metal on metal that almost makes a sound of cast iron dragged on asphalt) wh…

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## [Brakes rubbing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-rubbing/178598)

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**Author:** [@Alanjs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alanjs)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-rubbing/178598 "2021-08-18T23:39:37Z")

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Brake pads where rubbing on multiple spots, back and front of rotor. I replace pads and rotor. About a month latter I was driving the car (wife’s car) and found out the the pads were rubbing at a single spot, enough to …

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## [Mazda 2009 Intake Manifold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-2009-intake-manifold/178790)

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**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 11:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-2009-intake-manifold/178790 "2021-08-18T23:14:52Z")

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Does anyone other than a dealer sell a 2009 mazda cx7 intake manifold?

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## [2010 Mercedes-Benz M-Class - Where to go for repairs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-m-class-where-to-go-for-repairs/178797)

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**Author:** [@Lin18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lin18)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 10:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mercedes-benz-m-class-where-to-go-for-repairs/178797 "2021-08-18T22:43:48Z")

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Best mercedes repair service?

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## [2010 RAM 1500 - Rolls in park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ram-1500-rolls-in-park/178804)

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**Author:** [@AKmtm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AKmtm)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ram-1500-rolls-in-park/178804 "2021-08-18T21:33:31Z")

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Truck rolled backward while in park. Have others had this problem?

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## [Brake fluid changes in general](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-changes-in-general/178798)

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**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-fluid-changes-in-general/178798 "2021-08-18T21:06:45Z")

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I am curious to ask about the issue of brake fluid changes. I have just replaced the fourth brake line on my 1995 truck (150000 miles). These lines are heavily rusted on the outside. Has anyone cut open such a line to s…

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## [2018 Honda Accord auto high beams not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-auto-high-beams-not-working/126310)

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**Author:** [@NrmanMarshak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NrmanMarshak)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-auto-high-beams-not-working/126310 "2021-08-18T14:55:10Z")

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My automatic high beam is not functioning it is not switching to high beam automatically when i am going over 30 and in a dark area with no headlights coming’s at me. it is set on automatic. Honda has checked it on the c…

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## [Peugeot 206 engine heat is reaching 100 degree's](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-206-engine-heat-is-reaching-100-degrees/178762)

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**Author:** [@aiden167](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aiden167)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-206-engine-heat-is-reaching-100-degrees/178762 "2021-08-18T13:32:36Z")

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Hello everyone, I have a Peugeot 206 2003 1.4l manual and the engine heat is reaching to 100 degree’s and only then the fan is starting to work. It doesn’t get higher than 100 but still it supposed to be in the middle(…

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## [2010 Nissan Xterra brake or ABS issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-xterra-brake-or-abs-issue/174051)

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**Author:** [@myOldNissanXterra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/myOldNissanXterra)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-nissan-xterra-brake-or-abs-issue/174051 "2021-08-18T12:35:30Z")

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A month ago, after a stop sign on a cold icy day, my car seemed not able to brake properly. I needed to stretch my leg all the way and it felt like it would not stop. I took it to dealer and changed brake pads, which wer…

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## [Talented, trustworthy Mercedes Mechanic in San Francisco](https://community.cartalk.com/t/talented-trustworthy-mercedes-mechanic-in-san-francisco/178746)

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**Author:** [@jnelson196\_176720](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jnelson196_176720)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/talented-trustworthy-mercedes-mechanic-in-san-francisco/178746 "2021-08-18T00:35:45Z")

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Hi, hoping someone can help me. My grandmother-in-law has a1986 Mercedes 500SL which has been stalling on her mid drive. She’s had it “fixed” twice already but the problem remains. The car has sentimental value to her an…

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## [2004 Honda Element Alternator/Battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-alternator-battery/178183)

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**Author:** [@A.Moss1981\_176326](https://community.cartalk.com/u/A.Moss1981_176326)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-alternator-battery/178183 "2021-08-18T00:20:42Z")

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Sorry if this has been asked before… We have a 2004 Honda Element. We had the alternator changed in March 2020. The battery light started coming on (back in March). We had the battery tested and it said it was fine. K…

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## [2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - cracked piston](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mercedes-benz-c-class-cracked-piston/178755)

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**Author:** [@Tom16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom16)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2021, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mercedes-benz-c-class-cracked-piston/178755 "2021-08-18T00:10:24Z")

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I just had my engine diagnosed with #1 piston cracked. Are there others seeing this happen?

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## [2009 Chevrolet 1500 - CO leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-1500-co-leak/178785)

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**Author:** [@celestialbliss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/celestialbliss)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-1500-co-leak/178785 "2021-08-17T23:52:26Z")

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towed a vintage camper from mass to oregon this past winter. now my truck is having very serious carbon monoxide problems… so had it looked at, found to have an oil leak, 2 qts down and when diagnosed now one o2 censor…

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## [2005 Ford Escape xlt Tranny problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-xlt-tranny-problems/105981)

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**Author:** [@jennifer.brolin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jennifer.brolin)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-xlt-tranny-problems/105981 "2021-08-17T23:52:03Z")

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I'm having problems with my transmission. When driving it has a hard time shifting into 2nd gear. I run about 4000 rpm going 25 mph. I have to take my foot off gas then put back on to make it shift. My o.d. light is blin…

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## [Replace Transmission or buy another car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-transmission-or-buy-another-car/178700)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-transmission-or-buy-another-car/178700 "2021-08-17T23:49:17Z")

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2007 Dodge Nitro, 193 K. Tranny went out. My brother needs 4WD for beach work (not AWD). Car very well maintained, almost no rust, no detectable oil use between 4K oil changes. Looks like a rebuilt tranny would be abo…

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## [MAZDA 3 Swimming Pool!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-swimming-pool/178773)

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**Author:** [@justin23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justin23)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-3-swimming-pool/178773 "2021-08-17T23:46:06Z")

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Hi car talk community, so my 2006 hatchback mazda 3 has a swimming pool in the trunk caused by a leak. It fills up the area where the spare tire is. I can’t seem to find where the water is coming in. I live in Kodiak, Al…

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## [BMW brake recall](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-brake-recall/178787)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmw-brake-recall/178787 "2021-08-17T23:36:32Z")

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https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/bmw-recalls-sedans-sports-cars-and-suvs-for-a-braking-defect-a8624060720/?EXTKEY=EE182IBAC&utm\_source=acxiom&utm\_medium=email&utm\_campaign=20210817\_cromc\_engagewkly&bt\_…

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## [2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Buzzes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-grand-cherokee-buzzes/178782)

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**Author:** [@CeliaBenites](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CeliaBenites)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-grand-cherokee-buzzes/178782 "2021-08-17T23:28:16Z")

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loud buzzing noise coming from the wiper or just inside the hood on the passenger side, noise starts at 45 mph, less than 45mph no noise.

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## [New radio now car won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-radio-now-car-won-t-start/178719)

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**Author:** [@Rileyb7\_176711](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rileyb7_176711)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-radio-now-car-won-t-start/178719 "2021-08-17T21:55:26Z")

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My car is a 2007 Mazda bt50 gen1 4x4 model. I changed the radio in the car for a Bluetooth one and now my car won’t start. -The radio and all other accessories work. -I ran a small cable from the battery positive to t…

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## [2005 Pontiac Montana - lost 1/2 tank gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-montana-lost-1-2-tank-gas/178733)

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**Author:** [@Brenda29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brenda29)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-pontiac-montana-lost-1-2-tank-gas/178733 "2021-08-17T20:34:39Z")

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I filled my car up with gas. WEnt less then 10 miles watching the gas go to 1/2 tank!!! Can smell no leak in engine area, nothing on ground under car.

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## [2014 Subaru Crosstrek - Overheats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-crosstrek-overheats/178766)

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**Author:** [@VA20176](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VA20176)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-crosstrek-overheats/178766 "2021-08-17T17:47:55Z")

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I am having the same issue, and I do not want my daughter driving it to college 2 hours away and be stranded. My Subaru dealer had it for 3 weeks, said they replaced a valve ($2,500) and the engine still overheats. Brou…

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## [Timing chain tensioner oil seal leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-tensioner-oil-seal-leak/139856)

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**Author:** [@ray44benoit\_145408](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ray44benoit_145408)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2021, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-tensioner-oil-seal-leak/139856 "2021-08-17T00:38:00Z")

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Toyota Corrolla, 2008 with 152,000 miles. Timing chain tensioner oil seal leaking. No drips on the garage floor; does it need to be replaced? What is likely to happen if it is not replaced? Will replacing it cause oth…

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## [Rodents under the hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodents-under-the-hood/178759)

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**Author:** [@Andy03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy03)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2021, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodents-under-the-hood/178759 "2021-08-16T23:29:27Z")

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I have a car problem that I’ve had for sometime. I park my car out front of my house. My garage is beyond full, 99% of which is full of the lady friend’s stuff. Literally, one can’t move in the garage. I’ve had thre…

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## [2005 Camry - Help Replacing Body Panel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-camry-help-replacing-body-panel/178660)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2021, 10:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-camry-help-replacing-body-panel/178660 "2021-08-16T10:52:36Z")

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I’m trying to replace this panel on my car (highlighted in yellow) because it got a little rusty above the rear bumper cover. At first glance it appears to be just one piece. With the rear bumper cover, front fender,…

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## [Transmission bumps from 1st-2nd-3rd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713)

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**Author:** [@jedadiahsmithmatheson\_176705](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jedadiahsmithmatheson_176705)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-bumps-from-1st-2nd-3rd/178713 "2021-08-15T16:24:36Z")

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07 Buick Lucerne V6. This is my second car. From 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd there is a small bump. I can feel it shift in other words. Almost like I get hit from behind but wayyy more subtle, barely noticeable unless your…

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## [2009 Ford Escape - It wasn't the ignition switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-it-wasnt-the-ignition-switch/178723)

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**Author:** [@jim49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim49)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-ford-escape-it-wasnt-the-ignition-switch/178723 "2021-08-15T00:48:47Z")

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sometimes it starts and all panal lights go ondrives fine then i park it and it wont start for about 3 days statts up then dose the same .replaced igniton swich .dose same thing.

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## [Replacing coolant pipe tips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-coolant-pipe-tips/178737)

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**Author:** [@\_17u](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_17u)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2021, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-coolant-pipe-tips/178737 "2021-08-15T00:21:12Z")

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Hey, i own a 97’ accent and i must replace the water pipe as marked here due to a leak from a serious rust. its a g4ek engine , with the ECFI unit above. how should i do it? (like what to remove in which order and wha…

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## [2005 Chrysler Crossfire - Shifter stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-shifter-stuck/178717)

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**Author:** [@KIRBYATAGUE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KIRBYATAGUE)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-crossfire-shifter-stuck/178717 "2021-08-14T23:25:43Z")

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im stuck in N . will go into D but will not go into R or Park… is there a release somewhere?

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