# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [Question about Toyota Yaris](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-toyota-yaris/177551)

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**Author:** [@Maxstamey191919\_156841](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maxstamey191919_156841)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-toyota-yaris/177551 "2021-06-19T20:35:53Z")

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My mother has a 06 Toyota Yaris that’s been squeaking recently when driving. My first thought was a serpentine belt, but she just got it looked at and they said her engine was done because the lack of oil. She is the bes…

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## [2020 Lincoln Aviator - Water leak, noisy tailgate, aligment troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-lincoln-aviator-water-leak-noisy-tailgate-aligment-troubles/177543)

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**Author:** [@victordumajr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/victordumajr)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-lincoln-aviator-water-leak-noisy-tailgate-aligment-troubles/177543 "2021-06-19T20:28:41Z")

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Water leaking at the passenger sun visor, and down the passenger front door post Tail gate very very noisy when closing. in for repair 3 times 4 wheel alignment shows an 8degree negative thrust angle, which caus…

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## [2018 Ford Escape - Shocks and struts replaceable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-escape-shocks-and-struts-replaceable/177545)

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**Author:** [@peteinchicago](https://community.cartalk.com/u/peteinchicago)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-escape-shocks-and-struts-replaceable/177545 "2021-06-19T17:34:12Z")

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the suspension on my 2018 Ford Escape is terrible - my question is CAN the shocks and struts be replaced

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## [Idle speed, max RPM issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idle-speed-max-rpm-issue/177562)

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**Author:** [@Taitmiller2114\_175824](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Taitmiller2114_175824)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 4:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idle-speed-max-rpm-issue/177562 "2021-06-19T16:45:12Z")

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Hello, So I have an 01 civic lx that has become my first project car, and it’s been working great for the last few months since I bought it. The other day as I was coming off the highway, she started a weird low pitched…

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## [2012 Dodge Durango - Blower motor issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-durango-blower-motor-issue/177534)

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**Author:** [@Gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gremlins)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-dodge-durango-blower-motor-issue/177534 "2021-06-19T15:19:00Z")

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2012 Dodge Durango SXT AWD. AC blower motor stops and starts by itself. The dash controls shows it should be on. I have replaced the blower motor resister, blower motor, and blower motor relay. Still cuts off and on by i…

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## [2008 Chevrolet Avalanche - Lifter question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-avalanche-lifter-question/177539)

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**Author:** [@JayMaxwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayMaxwell)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-avalanche-lifter-question/177539 "2021-06-19T14:54:15Z")

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2008 Avalanche afm system. When replacing lifters, is there a less expensive lifter that will work in place of the program lifters? I am thinking of saving around $300 by reprogramming & not purchasing the new pump & pro…

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## [2016 Honda Civic AC driver side hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-ac-driver-side-hot/177436)

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**Author:** [@sweetnsoursauce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sweetnsoursauce)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-civic-ac-driver-side-hot/177436 "2021-06-19T14:04:48Z")

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I bought my 2016 Honda Civic EX-L new in 2016. 2 years later, the driver’s side AC would only blow hot air. I took it to the dealer (only about 16k miles, still under warranty) and the mechanics were very apologetic, sai…

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## [Subaru Brake Job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brake-job/177514)

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**Author:** [@ilikediscord123\_175793](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ilikediscord123_175793)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brake-job/177514 "2021-06-19T12:51:46Z")

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Just replaced the front brake pads and pins because they were seized and had uneven wear. New pins on and sliding properly, but braking power is very weak. I read there is a “breaking in” process, but it kinda feels as…

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## [No Brake lights Toyota Hilux 2017](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-lights-toyota-hilux-2017/177556)

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**Author:** [@reddog999000\_175821](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reddog999000_175821)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 19, 2021, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-brake-lights-toyota-hilux-2017/177556 "2021-06-19T12:16:44Z")

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Hi all I’ve checked all my fuses and I don’t think I’ve missed any. All appear to be fine.unless I missed some fuses hidden somewhere? I’ve checked my brake switch and also replaced it just incase but didn’t fix the prob…

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## [Carbon buildup on valves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-buildup-on-valves/177492)

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**Author:** [@Andy-Ke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-Ke)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carbon-buildup-on-valves/177492 "2021-06-18T14:01:05Z")

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After replacing ignition coil and plug for #3 cylinder, my mechanic found heavy carbon buildup on all valves. The car only has 108K miles. He is replacing the #3 fuel injector and egr valve along with cleaning the valves…

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## [Issue with new 2019 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-new-2019-camry/177494)

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**Author:** [@matthewcoyle442\_175779](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewcoyle442_175779)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-new-2019-camry/177494 "2021-06-18T13:31:31Z")

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I recently bought a 2019 Camry that was sold to me as certified, but went to get papers stating it was certified and it wasn’t. I’ve had it for 3 weeks and it’s already needed a wheel bearing replaced and I’m assuming mo…

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## [2006 Hyundai Tucson - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-tucson-wont-start/177509)

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**Author:** [@Dsteenkamp20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dsteenkamp20)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 12:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-tucson-wont-start/177509 "2021-06-18T12:59:04Z")

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Car just do not want to start.

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## [1998 Dodge Ram 1500 - Oil consumption mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-oil-consumption-mystery/176761)

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**Author:** [@Ray47](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray47)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2021, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-oil-consumption-mystery/176761 "2021-06-18T02:10:29Z")

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my dodge truck uses more oil than it should. I checked the spark plugs for sign of burning oil. all the plugs are clean, no oil on the ground. no oil smoke. what can be wrong?

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## [A/c holds vaccuum while charging!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-holds-vaccuum-while-charging/177496)

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**Author:** [@thefreedomlady13\_175780](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thefreedomlady13_175780)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-holds-vaccuum-while-charging/177496 "2021-06-17T19:14:23Z")

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I have an '06 chrysler town and country 3.8l., Touring model. I had a vacuum at -30 psi, then I attached the yellow hose to refrigerant cans and the cans emptied. But the pressure stated negative. The air stop blowing h…

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## [2014 Buick Verano - Oil leak caused a belt failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-oil-leak-caused-a-belt-failure/177516)

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**Author:** [@Fran05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fran05)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-oil-leak-caused-a-belt-failure/177516 "2021-06-17T15:34:06Z")

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I have an oil leak on the side somewhere which I think has caused my alternator belt to break also do you have any idea exactly where my leak could be?

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## [Control arm both sides front. Has been neglected and making noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arm-both-sides-front-has-been-neglected-and-making-noises/177489)

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**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 17, 2021, 3:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/control-arm-both-sides-front-has-been-neglected-and-making-noises/177489 "2021-06-17T03:09:55Z")

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Hello, Is this a fair price? The left and right radial control arm on a 2003 Honda Accord. It has already broken off on one side and pushing into the bushings. This is a 2003 Honda Accord. Is that a reasonable price…

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## [Buick Lucerne CV axel seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-cv-axel-seal/177491)

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**Author:** [@Cameronsenft\_175778](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cameronsenft_175778)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lucerne-cv-axel-seal/177491 "2021-06-16T23:39:33Z")

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Hi everyone, I was underneath my Buick Lucerne the other day and noticed leaking ATF fluid. I noticed the area around the axel seal is wet and dirty. Anything to the left of the seal isn’t wet with fluid at all, But the …

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## [What in the world is causing this noise? '03 Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-in-the-world-is-causing-this-noise-03-ford-focus/177333)

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**Author:** [@Spaceman93](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spaceman93)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 9:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-in-the-world-is-causing-this-noise-03-ford-focus/177333 "2021-06-16T21:59:06Z")

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I keep hearing this noise off throttle when I’m decelerating particularly. Sounds kind of like the alternator noise is this video but deeper and more bassy. This next one is mine. I’ve so far …

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## [2017 Ford Everest (Ranger) - Loses power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-everest-ranger-loses-power/177471)

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**Author:** [@JTodd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JTodd)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-everest-ranger-loses-power/177471 "2021-06-16T18:41:58Z")

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My 2017 Everest has lost power on the last three trips out of town. Once it approaches the top of a hill, it basically won’t rev above 2000RPM and won’t go over 10-15mph. Each time I have to wait about 20 minutes, turn…

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## [Dashboard Light bulb](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-light-bulb/177477)

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**Author:** [@cgonzale169\_175769](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cgonzale169_175769)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-light-bulb/177477 "2021-06-16T17:04:32Z")

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I want to change the instrumental panel dashboard mini ligth bulb to LED, don’t know which one to use?

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## [2011 Cadillac DTS - Problem after cooling system work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-dts-problem-after-cooling-system-work/177479)

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**Author:** [@ScottieJohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottieJohnson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-dts-problem-after-cooling-system-work/177479 "2021-06-16T16:49:11Z")

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I have a 2011 cadillac dts premium just had a water pump and thermostat put on it and there is no white smoke coming from it but it runs hot while driving but will stay at half way temp while sitting when it gets hot if …

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## [2008 Hyundai Accent - Dome light question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-accent-dome-light-question/177473)

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**Author:** [@Tammy40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tammy40)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-accent-dome-light-question/177473 "2021-06-16T15:47:11Z")

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how do you remove and replace a dome light assembly in 2008 hyundai accent

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## [Radio stays on after removing key from ignition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-stays-on-after-removing-key-from-ignition/71287)

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**Author:** [@secracium](https://community.cartalk.com/u/secracium)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 5:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-stays-on-after-removing-key-from-ignition/71287 "2021-06-16T05:55:50Z")

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this just started today and when i turned off my car and removed the key from the ignition, the radio stayed on. also, when i opened the door, the door chime came on as if the lights were still on and now i'm not able t…

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## [1998 Dodge Ram 1500 transponder key / fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469)

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**Author:** [@gmcinnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmcinnes)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-transponder-key-fob/177469 "2021-06-16T03:20:56Z")

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Hi all. I bought an aftermarket fob for my 1998 Ram. I’m following the instructions here 1998 Dodge Ram Truck (1500, 2500, 3500) Keyless Entry Remote Fob Programming Instructions to try and program it, but my DLC is no…

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## [2010 VW Jetta - starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-starting-issue/177353)

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**Author:** [@Tony57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tony57)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 16, 2021, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-starting-issue/177353 "2021-06-16T00:40:42Z")

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I’ve bought this car used in 2012. It’s a 5 cylinder engine. 4 times out of 5, I have to turn the key twice to get the engine to start. I’ve had the car tuned and added injector cleaner to the gas. Twice in the 3 yea…

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## [Convertible weather stripping (?) replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertible-weather-stripping-replacement/177475)

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**Author:** [@misaacka\_175768](https://community.cartalk.com/u/misaacka_175768)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertible-weather-stripping-replacement/177475 "2021-06-15T23:08:27Z")

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Hello, friends. I’m new here; hope I do this right. The weather stripping (not sure that’s the correct term; it’s the rubber trim running around the bottom of the soft top over the trunk and back fenders) on my 2013 MI…

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## [2020 Toyota Corolla - Loose bumper](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-corolla-loose-bumper/177434)

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**Author:** [@winterpuzzle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/winterpuzzle)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-corolla-loose-bumper/177434 "2021-06-15T22:28:36Z")

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2020 Toyota Corolla HB SE rolling gently 1km/h into a snowbank, the winter after Sept purchase, had the front corner bumper panel become dislodged, damaged now so it is like a loose piece of LEGO. It won’t stay soundly …

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## [Turning Key Won't Start Car My Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-key-wont-start-car-my-ford-focus/177307)

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**Author:** [@molecularvisions\_175658](https://community.cartalk.com/u/molecularvisions_175658)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 2:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-key-wont-start-car-my-ford-focus/177307 "2021-06-15T14:03:16Z")

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Hi Everyone. I am a science teacher and I have been having one particular bit of trouble with my car that has gotten worse lately. Any ideas would be very appreciated! I own a 2009 Ford Focus SE with about 70,000 mile…

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## [Leaf Body Work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaf-body-work/177458)

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**Author:** [@Requires-Too-Much-Thought](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Requires-Too-Much-Thought)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaf-body-work/177458 "2021-06-15T13:30:41Z")

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This is about a Leaf which is really expensive because of limited production, but it can be about any car. I bought a 2013 Nissan Leaf about 4 years ago. The Leaf had a minor run in with a bridge. The bumper end and fe…

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## [2005 Subaru Outback - AC stays on!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-ac-stays-on/177461)

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**Author:** [@Fred08](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fred08)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 15, 2021, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-subaru-outback-ac-stays-on/177461 "2021-06-15T03:03:36Z")

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I have a 2005 Subaru Outback LLbeam 6 cylinder . The aircondition stays on, can’t control it or turn it off. At the same time the I can not control the radio at the center control. But can control the radio from the ste…

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