# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2015 Jeep Wrangler overheats at 70+ mph uphill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-overheats-at-70-mph-uphill/173907)

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**Author:** [@RandyM21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandyM21)\
**Replies:** 95\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-wrangler-overheats-at-70-mph-uphill/173907 "2021-02-07T20:16:34Z")

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I have a 2015 JK sport with 33 inch tires and a winch on top of the bumper. I never have overheating issues until I am going above 70 and head uphill. The coolant levels are fine and it happens even when the outside temp…

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## [Thumping noise from front wheel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-noise-from-front-wheel/174806)

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**Author:** [@dpkarl13\_173731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dpkarl13_173731)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thumping-noise-from-front-wheel/174806 "2021-02-07T19:52:39Z")

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Hey all, have a 2006 Saturn Vue 2.2L 4cyl, manual, with 41k miles. There’s a sound coming from the right front tire area and I can’t figure it out. It’s gotten worse over the last few months. Sounds like something’s loos…

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## [1992 Jeep Cherokee - Not ready to give it up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-jeep-cherokee-not-ready-to-give-it-up/174794)

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**Author:** [@Erika12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Erika12)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-jeep-cherokee-not-ready-to-give-it-up/174794 "2021-02-07T19:38:05Z")

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I have a 1992 Jeep Cherokee, my most recent mechanic is telling me to donate. But i would love to have second opinion. I am looking for a Jeep mechanic that might be able to help me…just not quite ready to let go. If int…

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## [1990 Nissan Pathfinder - Backfires and other issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-pathfinder-backfires-and-other-issues/174796)

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**Author:** [@Shanefp74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shanefp74)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-nissan-pathfinder-backfires-and-other-issues/174796 "2021-02-07T05:42:30Z")

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It runs great first thing in the morning for a bout a half hour or so . Say I drove it to the store first drive of day ran super . 10 minutes later tried to drive it runs real rough backfires if you give it to much gas s…

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## [More advice on my 1968 Olds 442](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-advice-on-my-1968-olds-442/174792)

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**Author:** [@Cryoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cryoman)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 7, 2021, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/more-advice-on-my-1968-olds-442/174792 "2021-02-07T05:36:11Z")

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It has been a while since I posted about my car. I have done a lot to it, including a full engine and transmission rebuild, some suspension work, new fuel lines, and lots of other small repairs. One thing I’d like to as…

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## [Power steering pump ram](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-ram/174803)

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**Author:** [@ali47scorpion\_152735](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ali47scorpion_152735)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-ram/174803 "2021-02-06T23:22:39Z")

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Hello I had a leak in my power steering hose the high pressure hose and it would spray out the power steering fluid at first I didn’t know we’re the liquid was was coming from then my power steering pump started to make …

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## [2008 Hyundai Entourage - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-entourage-starting-issues/174781)

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**Author:** [@philly39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/philly39)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-hyundai-entourage-starting-issues/174781 "2021-02-06T21:58:47Z")

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2008 Hyundai had relay replaced. starts a-ok then , run into a store, wont start. not starter sounds. pull relay under dash. remove for 2-3 mins pop back in restarts. battery 2 yrs old. love it, post stroke can enter …

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## [Air tire pump wire stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-tire-pump-wire-stuck/174779)

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**Author:** [@avuong8855\_173821](https://community.cartalk.com/u/avuong8855_173821)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-tire-pump-wire-stuck/174779 "2021-02-06T18:12:25Z")

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Hello, I have a 2017 Toyota Corolla IM and I wanted to inflate my tires at home with my tire pressure pump today and the wire to plug into the 12V outlet is completed stuck and jammed. I cannot get it out. Any suggestion…

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## [How Many Gallons Are Left In A Gas Tank When The Fuel Light Comes On?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-many-gallons-are-left-in-a-gas-tank-when-the-fuel-light-comes-on/174595)

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**Author:** [@ArgosNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArgosNoble)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-many-gallons-are-left-in-a-gas-tank-when-the-fuel-light-comes-on/174595 "2021-02-06T18:08:21Z")

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My car is a 2011 Toyota Camry LE 2.5L 4 Cylinder With An 18 Gallon Tank

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## [2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 - Seat swap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-express-2500-seat-swap/174713)

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**Author:** [@Santoinserra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Santoinserra)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-express-2500-seat-swap/174713 "2021-02-06T13:45:00Z")

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Can I swap the passenger seat with my drivers seat in a 2005 Chevy express van?

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## [2000 ford explorer with smoking engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-explorer-with-smoking-engine/174778)

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**Author:** [@Mark-Moses](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark-Moses)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 6, 2021, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-explorer-with-smoking-engine/174778 "2021-02-06T00:19:37Z")

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My engine keeps smoking and it won’t start unless it’s jumped with a power pack. I just replaced the heating/cooling valve about 2 months ago as there was a hole blown in it. It looks like the smoke is coming from somewh…

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## [2018 Kia Sorento - Squeaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-squeaks/174759)

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**Author:** [@mikey37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikey37)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-squeaks/174759 "2021-02-05T21:55:48Z")

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squeaks when goin over speed bumps or road dips! the colder it gets the louder it gets!!

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## [2008 Dodge Caravan - Stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-caravan-stalls/174770)

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**Author:** [@WayneDenny](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WayneDenny)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-caravan-stalls/174770 "2021-02-05T21:43:54Z")

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My caravan has been staling over the years, at least five times. This has been a problem for many people.4.0

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## [Shock Tower Surface Rust On 2007 Highlander - Your Opinion Requested](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shock-tower-surface-rust-on-2007-highlander-your-opinion-requested/174772)

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**Author:** [@GorehamJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GorehamJ)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shock-tower-surface-rust-on-2007-highlander-your-opinion-requested/174772 "2021-02-05T21:35:28Z")

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Hello folks, I’d like the opinion of the community, particularly mechanics and restorers. I own a 2007 Toyota Highlander that I keep in very good operating condition. It is a vehicle I love and I’d like to keep it for u…

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## [2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Wheel shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-wheel-shakes/174726)

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**Author:** [@pep357](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pep357)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-wheel-shakes/174726 "2021-02-05T18:19:22Z")

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My Santa Fe makes the steering wheel shake when braking only does it after going over 40 mph and braking

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## [2016 Chevrolet Camaro - Radiator fans runs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-camaro-radiator-fans-runs/174730)

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**Author:** [@ou444](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ou444)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-camaro-radiator-fans-runs/174730 "2021-02-05T17:39:26Z")

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Radiator fan runs full speed after engine shut down, temp gauge stays cold…unhook battery to turn off…condition is intermittent.

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## [2011 Ford F-150 TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f-150-tpms/174728)

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**Author:** [@TomKondas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomKondas)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 5, 2021, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f-150-tpms/174728 "2021-02-05T17:23:07Z")

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Message indicates low tire pressure, checked tires and none are low, how do I erase message?

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## [1970 Mercury Monterey - Need parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-mercury-monterey-need-parts/174749)

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**Author:** [@LarryJackson45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryJackson45)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-mercury-monterey-need-parts/174749 "2021-02-04T23:50:37Z")

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I have a 1948 Mercury 2dr Coupe-Sedan and I am in need of a firewall and kick panels. I was wondering if they are the as as on a ford.

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## [1500rpm Mysterious Vibration Hestitation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1500rpm-mysterious-vibration-hestitation/172605)

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**Author:** [@ArgosNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArgosNoble)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 11:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1500rpm-mysterious-vibration-hestitation/172605 "2021-02-04T23:39:21Z")

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Hi All!! Im new to this forum. I hope youre all doing well during these crazy times. What a year. Anyways… So I just bought a 2011 Toyota Camry LE 2.5L L4 A little over 158,000 miles. The car drivers great with the ex…

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## [2003 ford superduty 7.3 diesel fuel filter houseing question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-superduty-7-3-diesel-fuel-filter-houseing-question/174747)

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**Author:** [@allmightypuffn\_168598](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allmightypuffn_168598)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-superduty-7-3-diesel-fuel-filter-houseing-question/174747 "2021-02-04T20:44:36Z")

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first off, its a van body, and what a royal pain in the ass it was to remove. iv been smelling fuel lately so i decided to take the doghouse off and see if i could see anything leaking, and sure enough i found a small d…

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## [2002 Chevrolet Malibu - Plug problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-malibu-plug-problem/174744)

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**Author:** [@Jhowell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jhowell)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 5:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-malibu-plug-problem/174744 "2021-02-04T17:51:11Z")

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Loose spark plug thread

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## [Battery terminal corrosion affecting fuel consumption?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-terminal-corrosion-affecting-fuel-consumption/174733)

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**Author:** [@chemprof2004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chemprof2004)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 4:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-terminal-corrosion-affecting-fuel-consumption/174733 "2021-02-04T16:42:08Z")

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When I went in last month to get my oil changed at the local drive through oil change place, they said my battery terminals were corroded. I didn’t think much of it until I started getting much lower gas mileage. Is thi…

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## [Transmission or sensor problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-sensor-problem/174670)

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**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [February 4, 2021, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-sensor-problem/174670 "2021-02-04T01:18:56Z")

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This is in regard to a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 4.8L engine and automatic transmission. It currently has 210,163 miles on it. Today, I drove my truck to Costco to buy groceries, and when I got there, I pu…

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## [2019 Hyundai Kona brake light on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-kona-brake-light-on/174646)

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**Author:** [@sujith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sujith)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-hyundai-kona-brake-light-on/174646 "2021-02-03T16:43:14Z")

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hyundai kona brake light on

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## [1993 Chevrolet Corvette - doesn’t stop like it used to after installing “premium” parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-chevrolet-corvette-doesn-t-stop-like-it-used-to-after-installing-premium-parts/174687)

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**Author:** [@twbookkeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twbookkeep)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-chevrolet-corvette-doesn-t-stop-like-it-used-to-after-installing-premium-parts/174687 "2021-02-03T14:33:03Z")

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…just saw this & wondered if anyone had some input. I replaced my front rotors & pads with “premium” parts and now my '93 stops almost as good as my old '53 pickup.

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## [2020 Kia needs an undercoat—true or false?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-needs-an-undercoat-true-or-false/159522)

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**Author:** [@Smith48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Smith48)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-needs-an-undercoat-true-or-false/159522 "2021-02-03T02:38:17Z")

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Just bought 2020 Kia Forte in Buffalo, NY, do I need to undercoat it? Dealer says yes

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## [2014 Toyota Highlander - Water issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-highlander-water-issues/174715)

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**Author:** [@Jesse11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jesse11)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-highlander-water-issues/174715 "2021-02-03T01:12:41Z")

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I have noticed water inside the cabin. Water is visible by the third row windows. Also, the seat belts for the second row tend to be soaked too. Thirdly, the carpet located closet to the hatch is wet. It appears there …

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## [2016 Ford Escape - Electrical gremlins](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-electrical-gremlins/174709)

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**Author:** [@R.Harris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/R.Harris)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-escape-electrical-gremlins/174709 "2021-02-03T01:12:10Z")

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Engine light, Engine Fault warnings, multiple systems no longer working. Took three trips to dealership and nearly a month total in shop to get the problem fixed. Wiring harness replaced, vehicle reprogrammed, another …

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## [2017 Ford Explorer - Rotting already!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-rotting-already/174707)

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**Author:** [@Pauldrzal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pauldrzal)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 3, 2021, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-rotting-already/174707 "2021-02-03T01:11:24Z")

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Windshield mouldings rotting out and blow in the wind

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## [Honda Civic AT - To "flush" or not to flush](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-at-to-flush-or-not-to-flush/70186)

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**Author:** [@VicVinegar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VicVinegar)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [February 2, 2021, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-at-to-flush-or-not-to-flush/70186 "2021-02-02T22:09:16Z")

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I have a '00 Civic EX automatic with 180k trouble-free miles under its belt and I am bringing it in for brakes this afternoon and plan to have the transmission fluid done as well. I had this car in college and a total o…

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