# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=249

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## [Inline 6](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inline-6/33338)

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**Author:** [@afj617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/afj617)\
**Replies:** 71\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2021, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/inline-6/33338 "2021-03-21T04:10:47Z")

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Why is the I6 engine not being used far more in the automotive industry?

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## [Lifetime warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifetime-warranty/175749)

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**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 21, 2021, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifetime-warranty/175749 "2021-03-21T02:21:04Z")

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Back in the 70’s, I bought a new Accord and put 35,000 miles per year on it. I lived in a high-salt area, so exhaust systems failed frequently. At that time, Honda gave a lifetime warranty on replacement parts, without h…

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## [2007 Toyota Camry - Transmission slip](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-transmission-slip/175684)

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**Author:** [@Leela](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Leela)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2021, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-transmission-slip/175684 "2021-03-20T22:58:01Z")

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Dear Car Talk- I have a 2007 Camry XLE that I have babied for its whole life. Two days ago, I went from reverse to drive ( twice) and the gears slipped and the car revved when I hit the accelerator . The 3rd time, the dr…

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## [2000 Ford Expedition EL - Battery issues - Drain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-el-battery-issues-drain/175706)

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**Author:** [@mpd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mpd)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2021, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-el-battery-issues-drain/175706 "2021-03-20T19:25:45Z")

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If it is not started even one day, it will not start. Have to jump it. New battery. Long time problem seems to be electrical problem draining the battery.

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## [Catalytic Converter Damaged By Shop — But Customer Pays?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-damaged-by-shop-but-customer-pays/175728)

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**Author:** [@carsleuth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carsleuth)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2021, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-damaged-by-shop-but-customer-pays/175728 "2021-03-20T04:19:16Z")

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Does a consumer have a right to influence whether a catalytic converter on a car over 10 years of age is repaired vs. replaced? The car is a 2004 Subaru Outback but the catalytic converter in question is under five years…

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## [Preventative Radiator Replacement at 185k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-radiator-replacement-at-185k/175473)

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**Author:** [@Gshock71](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gshock71)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 20, 2021, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-radiator-replacement-at-185k/175473 "2021-03-20T02:50:21Z")

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Hi all: I have a '07 Rav4 with 185k that is still running with the original radiator. Do you know the typical lifespan of a radiator? Is it a crazy idea to replace it as a preventative measure? I’m also thinking abou…

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## [Taurus side mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-side-mirror/175720)

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**Author:** [@Terry-P](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry-P)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2021, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taurus-side-mirror/175720 "2021-03-19T20:11:19Z")

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2001 Taurus SE, Driver’s side mirror cracked. Can just the glass be replaced or does the whole thing have to be replaced?

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## [2011 GMC Acadia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-acadia/175717)

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**Author:** [@Beth.Knapp14\_143024](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beth.Knapp14_143024)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2021, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-acadia/175717 "2021-03-19T20:06:27Z")

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Hello! I have a 2011 GMC Acadia with over 200,000 miles on it. We’ve put lots of money into it over the years so I’m invested in keeping it. Ha! But I have an oil leak(s). The mechanic said to just live with it and check…

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## [Fuel pump strainer: where does it even go?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-strainer-where-does-it-even-go/175726)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2021, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-strainer-where-does-it-even-go/175726 "2021-03-19T14:10:35Z")

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I couldn’t get a fuel pump like my old one in the store, so I’m shopping at RockAuto (much cheaper). They tell me I may need a ‘fuel pump strainer’. I don’t even see where it would go. I bought the same model in 2009;…

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## [2010 Lexus RX 350 - Lift gate issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lexus-rx-350-lift-gate-issues/175722)

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**Author:** [@Gsdx01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gsdx01)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 19, 2021, 3:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-lexus-rx-350-lift-gate-issues/175722 "2021-03-19T03:31:37Z")

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Newish battery, back lift gate won’t open sometimes. Unhooked battery and restarted and worked. Happened again. Car Wouldn’t start got AAA. Since this jump from AAA electronics panel is acting up! One side of vents woul…

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## [2000 Dodge Magnum - Can I get the junk out of the gas tank?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-magnum-can-i-get-the-junk-out-of-the-gas-tank/175714)

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**Author:** [@timabercrombie79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timabercrombie79)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 9:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-dodge-magnum-can-i-get-the-junk-out-of-the-gas-tank/175714 "2021-03-18T21:13:33Z")

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Is it possible to remove gas down spout hose that connects to gas tank and successfully pump out most or all the trash from bottom of gas tank without removing tank and fuel pump on 2000 year model Dodge Ram pickup truck…

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## [2015 Volkswagen Touareg - died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volkswagen-touareg-died/175691)

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**Author:** [@Weslend](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Weslend)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-volkswagen-touareg-died/175691 "2021-03-18T21:04:56Z")

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it suddenly died,no warning signs, and wont start.

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## [2003 Mazda Protege5 - overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-protege5-overheating/175708)

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**Author:** [@mrsdangitall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrsdangitall)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-mazda-protege5-overheating/175708 "2021-03-18T19:39:01Z")

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My radiator overflow keeps emptying and the rad overheating. I have replaced the water pump, thermostat, and most belts. If there is a leak in the radiator, I sure can’t find it. There is no water in the oil, which wo…

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## [2010 Yaris ABS + Check Engine ~AFTER~ Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-yaris-abs-check-engine-after-repair/175716)

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**Author:** [@maddy.yozwiak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maddy.yozwiak)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-yaris-abs-check-engine-after-repair/175716 "2021-03-18T18:26:14Z")

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Hey there. I bought a 2010 Yaris second-hand this fall from its original owner. It has about 190,000 miles on it. About a week after a bought it, the check-engine and ABS lights came on, simultaneously. The first mechan…

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## [2008 Nissan Sentra - What is this item in my engine bay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-what-is-this-item-in-my-engine-bay/175711)

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**Author:** [@jsensi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsensi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-what-is-this-item-in-my-engine-bay/175711 "2021-03-18T02:41:37Z")

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can someone tell me what part this is? i circled it.

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## [2018 Nissan Rogue - Won't start - all the lights are on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-rogue-wont-start-all-the-lights-are-on/175697)

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**Author:** [@CarolynFreeman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolynFreeman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 18, 2021, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-nissan-rogue-wont-start-all-the-lights-are-on/175697 "2021-03-18T00:24:33Z")

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2018 Rogue car would not start lights lite up like a Christmas tree. Jumped off no problem drove about 10 miles shut it down and it started again several times no problem. Bought a new battery and the blue tooth would no…

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## [2007 Jeep Liberty - Hard starts when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-hard-starts-when-warm/175659)

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**Author:** [@ben223](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ben223)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2021, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-hard-starts-when-warm/175659 "2021-03-17T19:48:42Z")

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My 2007 Jeep Liberty Sport with 3.7 engine is hard to start when hot. It starts perfectly when cold, but is very hard to start when the engine is hot or the outside temperature is above 60 degrees Fahrenheit. It starte…

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## [2021 Audi Q5 hybrid - Comparisons please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-audi-q5-hybrid-comparisons-please/175655)

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**Author:** [@Rick00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rick00)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2021, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-audi-q5-hybrid-comparisons-please/175655 "2021-03-17T15:44:01Z")

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trying to decide in the luxury SUV market between the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60, and also comparing the hybrids? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

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## [1993 Jeep Cherokee - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-cherokee-shuts-off/175672)

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**Author:** [@RogerKelly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RogerKelly)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2021, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-cherokee-shuts-off/175672 "2021-03-17T03:35:29Z")

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My Jeep has started intermittently shutting off while driving at low to moderate speed. At first I suspected the crank position sensor, but it always restarts right away. My mechanic cannot get it to duplicate the proble…

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## [2019 Honda Accord Sdn - Oil change lready?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-accord-sdn-oil-change-lready/175611)

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**Author:** [@r.terryfurst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/r.terryfurst)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [March 17, 2021, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-honda-accord-sdn-oil-change-lready/175611 "2021-03-17T00:29:15Z")

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I have a 2019 Honda Accord purchased new 24 months a go. My mileage is 1,478. My gauge state that oil maintenance is due. With little mileage is this accurate?

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## [2013 Hyundai Equus - Self-hazard alert](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-equus-self-hazard-alert/175650)

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**Author:** [@AlfredE.Williams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlfredE.Williams)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-equus-self-hazard-alert/175650 "2021-03-16T23:24:28Z")

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The hazard lights turn on by themselves when the car is being driven down the highway or if it’s parked with the ignition off.

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## [2002 Ford Super Duty F-350 SRW dome lights drain the battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-super-duty-f-350-srw-dome-lights-drain-the-battery/175642)

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**Author:** [@Jim42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim42)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-ford-super-duty-f-350-srw-dome-lights-drain-the-battery/175642 "2021-03-16T23:22:42Z")

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The 2 interior dome lights and the cargo light keep coming on for a short period with no doors open. This keeps draining the batteries. Ford of North Scottsdale has had the truck for 2 months saying it is to interment to…

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## [2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT - Paint peeling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-escalade-ext-paint-peeling/175668)

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**Author:** [@RH54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RH54)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-cadillac-escalade-ext-paint-peeling/175668 "2021-03-16T22:17:30Z")

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'2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT - hood paint peeling! Just started this year…peeled off in a sheet!! Any experience with this and/or resolution from a dealer? In San Rafael, CA

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## [2012 Chrysler Town & Country - Crazy light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-country-crazy-light/175661)

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**Author:** [@forloin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/forloin)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-country-crazy-light/175661 "2021-03-16T21:52:49Z")

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car stalls and crazy light comes on

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## [2015 Chevrolet Cruze - Help! Key is stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-cruze-help-key-is-stuck/175686)

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**Author:** [@Jnasty020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jnasty020)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-cruze-help-key-is-stuck/175686 "2021-03-16T19:33:30Z")

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My car battery apparently died and when I went to start it my key got stuck in the ignition. I am just going to replace the battery but how do I get the key out for the time being?

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## [2016 Chrysler Town & Country - blind spot monitor shorts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-blind-spot-monitor-shorts/175680)

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**Author:** [@Beaches](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beaches)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-blind-spot-monitor-shorts/175680 "2021-03-16T16:14:38Z")

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2016 town and country blind spot monitoring system has caused a serious short in the computer system, it will not respond to be serviced and new modules are not recognized by computer. Blind spot modules are located in …

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## [How Much Engine Blowby is Unacceptable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-engine-blowby-is-unacceptable/175676)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-engine-blowby-is-unacceptable/175676 "2021-03-16T15:05:19Z")

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I hooked up an oil catch can from PCV valve to intake manifold and collect some blowby gasses in liquid form within the can. I’m leaning that excessive blowby can indicate worn piston rings. My question is, how much bl…

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## [2012 Hyundai Genesis fob trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-genesis-fob-trouble/175678)

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**Author:** [@Roy41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roy41)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-genesis-fob-trouble/175678 "2021-03-16T14:54:52Z")

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Fob won’t open the doors and don’t have the key that comes with the fob. Changed the battery but still no help. Can’t tell if the battery in the car is dead either.

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## [2005 Suzuki XL7 - CEL mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-suzuki-xl7-cel-mystery/175652)

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**Author:** [@cristylea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cristylea)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-suzuki-xl7-cel-mystery/175652 "2021-03-16T04:32:54Z")

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My car has been in two shops, still problem exists and not sure why. Check Engine Light comes on and stays on. Driving up a hill or with accelerator being used more than normal driving, such as on a hill or initial ta…

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## [1996 Toyota Corolla smells like it’s flooded](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-corolla-smells-like-it-s-flooded/175675)

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**Author:** [@Keegan30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keegan30)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 16, 2021, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-corolla-smells-like-it-s-flooded/175675 "2021-03-16T02:35:54Z")

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Car will not start it smells like it is flooded when I try to start it I’ve tried taking the plugs out and wire brush them but still nothing

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