# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2008 Ford Escape - Interior lights stay on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-interior-lights-stay-on/168418)

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**Author:** [@solzhandira](https://community.cartalk.com/u/solzhandira)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-escape-interior-lights-stay-on/168418 "2020-08-08T21:03:26Z")

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Interior lights for a 2008 ford escape wont fade off

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## [Engine light Will not come on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-will-not-come-on/168406)

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**Author:** [@John-1071](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John-1071)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-will-not-come-on/168406 "2020-08-08T20:55:46Z")

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I have a 2007 ford ranger the engine light will not come on I have to sit there for about 1hr going from accessories to no position to get it to light up some times it can take longer

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## [1996 Saab 900 - Winding noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-saab-900-winding-noise/168410)

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**Author:** [@Bobbydare](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobbydare)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-saab-900-winding-noise/168410 "2020-08-08T20:24:19Z")

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My has a winding noise when it starts but goes away a little after might you know this sound and we’re it’s from

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## [Does my 2006 GMC Envoy Denali 5.3 have fuel filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-my-2006-gmc-envoy-denali-5-3-have-fuel-filter/168181)

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**Author:** [@Bobby-Powers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobby-Powers)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-my-2006-gmc-envoy-denali-5-3-have-fuel-filter/168181 "2020-08-08T19:55:51Z")

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I have a 06 Envoy Denali 5.3. She has a crank, no start issue. We have spark, I hear the fuel pump engage when turning the key to on position however there is no fuel getting to the engine. Zero fuel pressure at fuel rai…

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## [Jeep Compass trunk not opening](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-trunk-not-opening/168427)

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**Author:** [@theliberatore88\_169786](https://community.cartalk.com/u/theliberatore88_169786)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-trunk-not-opening/168427 "2020-08-08T19:45:40Z")

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Having issues opening my trunk. I checked the power lock, and it is getting power, but appears to be jammed and won’t fully actuate. There is a second electric line, what does that actually do for the electric lock? Is…

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## [Air Bag Module 2003 VW Beetle Convertible](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-module-2003-vw-beetle-convertible/168412)

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**Author:** [@Bee03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bee03)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag-module-2003-vw-beetle-convertible/168412 "2020-08-08T18:18:31Z")

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My airbag light is on, we got the car serviced and they said it was the airbag module that needs replacing. The part was discontinued last year to my dismay, and I need to get the safety done as soon as possible so I can…

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## [2003 Toyota Sequoia - "All the lights on the dash are on..."](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-sequoia-all-the-lights-on-the-dash-are-on/168214)

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**Author:** [@glenn29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glenn29)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-sequoia-all-the-lights-on-the-dash-are-on/168214 "2020-08-08T16:10:21Z")

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all lights are on on the dash and it feels like some one has his feet on the brakes there is some hold back its not the dis brakes hubs are not hot driving me insane ihad toytoa lexis,trucks now the sequota which i will…

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## [2012 Hyundai Sonata died and wouldn’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-died-and-wouldn-t-start/168338)

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**Author:** [@MH38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MH38)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-died-and-wouldn-t-start/168338 "2020-08-08T14:35:14Z")

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2012 sonata , pulled over for a large truck to pass ,the car died. when i tried to start it , it clicked once and shut off.had to have it towed… any ideas ?

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## [99 Passat TPS vs ECU Memory](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-passat-tps-vs-ecu-memory/168339)

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**Author:** [@Shelby5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelby5)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 12:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-passat-tps-vs-ecu-memory/168339 "2020-08-08T12:55:56Z")

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I have a 99 passat, 1.8L 4cyl turbo. She was dead for too long and upon charging the battery and starting her she idles rough, around 600-900, levels out around 1000 after a couple minutes, but then when you give her gas…

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## [2006 Mazda Tribute electrical issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-electrical-issue/168288)

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**Author:** [@Crimedog1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crimedog1)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 11:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mazda-tribute-electrical-issue/168288 "2020-08-08T11:10:01Z")

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The speedometer and odometer in the instrument cluster AR reading zero. The ECU is putting out a speed reading and a trip odometer reading. I’ve replaced the instrument cluster once with a junkyard part and there was no …

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## [2014 Buick LaCrosse - mistakenly added diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-lacrosse-mistakenly-added-diesel/152452)

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**Author:** [@Marcus26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marcus26)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2020, 1:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-lacrosse-mistakenly-added-diesel/152452 "2020-08-08T01:21:29Z")

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I filled my tank with diesel instead of regular gas, it was running for about a minute. Is my car totaled?

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## [My Car door got hit. Will a replacement door fit? (video)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-door-got-hit-will-a-replacement-door-fit-video/168380)

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**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-door-got-hit-will-a-replacement-door-fit-video/168380 "2020-08-07T22:35:07Z")

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04 kia amanti, Was wondering a short term solution to keep water out the car. Tarp and gorilla tape??? Also would a new door even fit after this damage? heres a video clip https://imgur.com/a/7UvpYla

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## [2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD - Roars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-roars/168365)

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**Author:** [@Help24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Help24)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-chevrolet-silverado-2500hd-roars/168365 "2020-08-07T21:05:15Z")

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2019 6.0 gas engine roars on throttle acceleration. What is the fix for this problem if any. Also lousy fuel mileage. Disappointed with this HD2500. Paid big bucks for this truck as many of you have also.

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## [Corvair knocks but doesn’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corvair-knocks-but-doesn-t-start/168393)

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**Author:** [@Armando-24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Armando-24)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/corvair-knocks-but-doesn-t-start/168393 "2020-08-07T20:32:11Z")

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So I have recently got a 1965 corvair and it knocks but it doesn’t start. I did the tube seal repair so it could stop leaking oil but I took all of the push tubes off instead of one cylinder at a time I put it back toget…

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## [2005 Ford Five Hundred - Whirrs in neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-whirrs-in-neutral/168373)

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**Author:** [@MichaelJGardner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelJGardner)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-five-hundred-whirrs-in-neutral/168373 "2020-08-07T19:20:33Z")

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there is a whirring sound in neutral or park seems to quiet down when you put it in drive but never really goes away

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## [Engine noise in radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-in-radio/47039)

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**Author:** [@VulcanRidr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VulcanRidr)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-noise-in-radio/47039 "2020-08-07T14:35:53Z")

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I have a 2002 Acura RSX. I listen to podcasts on my mp3 player. Since the car doesn't have a cassette deck, I have to use an FM transmitter. Since the transmitter is relatively low powered, I have to turn up the radio. …

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## [2007 Toyota Corolla - Remote starter killed the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-corolla-remote-starter-killed-the-car/168367)

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**Author:** [@Chuck28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chuck28)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-corolla-remote-starter-killed-the-car/168367 "2020-08-07T13:22:09Z")

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after having a remote starter installed the car ran rough the stopped running. after checking the fuses the100 amp was replaced put now keeps blowing that fuse. car not running

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## [Knocking Noise After Timing Belt Change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-after-timing-belt-change/70678)

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**Author:** [@bluedunn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bluedunn)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-noise-after-timing-belt-change/70678 "2020-08-07T12:12:23Z")

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I have a 2005 Standard 2.5 RS wagon - nice little car. So with that in mind, I had a local garage (trusted...dealership in this area is notoriously crooked) replace my timing belt, tensioner, idlers, thermostat, and wa…

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## [2012 Toyota Prius v - Reduced mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-v-reduced-mileage/168284)

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**Author:** [@StephenBurrington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StephenBurrington)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-v-reduced-mileage/168284 "2020-08-07T02:11:03Z")

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In its early years, my Prius V got an overall average of about 42.5 MPG. As it approaches the latter part of its ninth year, with just over 90,000 miles, the car is averaging about 36 MPG in driving conditions that rema…

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## [Craçked head after new water pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-head-after-new-water-pump/168349)

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**Author:** [@emilykathlene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emilykathlene)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-head-after-new-water-pump/168349 "2020-08-06T22:06:48Z")

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My friend just got a $1,200 repair done: changed her timing belt and water pump. Her car immediately overheated. Now her mechanic says her car has a cracked head. He says he’s going to patch the head with something and s…

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## [Key not connecting to car, and brand new one starts car but shuts off after a few seconds! Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-connecting-to-car-and-brand-new-one-starts-car-but-shuts-off-after-a-few-seconds-help/167608)

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**Author:** [@Spencer-20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spencer-20)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-connecting-to-car-and-brand-new-one-starts-car-but-shuts-off-after-a-few-seconds-help/167608 "2020-08-06T18:46:08Z")

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My 2005 Chrysler 300 RWD will not unlock or lock unless I do it manually. The key that came with the car when I bought it from the used car dealer does not unlock my car from a distance. It unlocks the driver door and st…

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## [2006 Ford Five Hundred - Windows smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-five-hundred-windows-smoke/168298)

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**Author:** [@george07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/george07)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-five-hundred-windows-smoke/168298 "2020-08-06T18:44:02Z")

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I have same droe have with my ford five hunderd the windows and smoke now my windows want go down my lights i would like is it easy fix

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## [Catalyst problem or just bad sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalyst-problem-or-just-bad-sensor/168362)

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**Author:** [@Robert-431](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-431)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalyst-problem-or-just-bad-sensor/168362 "2020-08-06T16:02:25Z")

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My 2006 impress is showing a po420. My charge wants to replace the cat. I am not seeing or feeling any loss of performance. No visible emission. Is it reasonable it’s just the ox sensor? I don’t if the garage checked it…

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## [2015 Jeep Cherokee - disappointed with service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-disappointed-with-service/168317)

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**Author:** [@montu4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/montu4)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 3:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-cherokee-disappointed-with-service/168317 "2020-08-06T15:56:53Z")

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“Service Transmission” with only 37,000 miles 2015 Trailhawk. Transmission death, now waiting for the transfer CARE PLUS PLAN (Alreadypaid) from the original owner, to “SEE” if they cover the transmission. Really bad s…

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## [1998 Jeep Cherokee - loud noise after two new exhaust systems m](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-cherokee-loud-noise-after-two-new-exhaust-systems-m/168356)

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**Author:** [@Lostinnoise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lostinnoise)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-jeep-cherokee-loud-noise-after-two-new-exhaust-systems-m/168356 "2020-08-06T15:50:45Z")

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After installing two whole new exhaust systems 98 Cherokee sounds no better. Terrible loud noise not rattling or ticking upon acceleration.

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## [Vapor lock maybe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vapor-lock-maybe/168345)

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**Author:** [@Gingerella](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gingerella)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vapor-lock-maybe/168345 "2020-08-06T15:13:25Z")

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While driving one day the car shut down and would not restart. So we replace the starter, didn’t help. So we change the fuel pump Which was a huge pain, since we just filled the tank. As soon as we installed the new wate…

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## [Help troubleshooting automatic door lock issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-troubleshooting-automatic-door-lock-issue/168324)

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**Author:** [@dwightwilder\_169711](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwightwilder_169711)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-troubleshooting-automatic-door-lock-issue/168324 "2020-08-06T13:50:18Z")

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Hi: I’d appreciate any words of wisdom to diagnose the power locks on my 1998 F-150 with 4.6 liter engine. It’s got over 200k miles. It’s a beater in the true sense of the word. Symptoms: -The key fob works to lock and…

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## [Thanks Everyone! (1972 Ford)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-everyone-1972-ford/168320)

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**Author:** [@RichPinkall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichPinkall)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-everyone-1972-ford/168320 "2020-08-06T05:23:37Z")

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Hi Everyone, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone on here who’s helped me this year! I own the 1972 Ford Galaxie that likes to blow up randomly, and honestly I’m not sure I would have been able to get it running w…

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## [2006 Chevrolet Impala transmission slippage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-impala-transmission-slippage/168306)

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**Author:** [@DanielBoutin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanielBoutin)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-impala-transmission-slippage/168306 "2020-08-06T03:57:33Z")

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Transmission slipping at around 60,000 miles.

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## [Can a water pump work if it runs backwards](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-pump-work-if-it-runs-backwards/65179)

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**Author:** [@malum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/malum)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-water-pump-work-if-it-runs-backwards/65179 "2020-08-06T03:54:04Z")

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88 mustang 302.I put a front cover and water pump off 72 302 v belt my car is set up for a serptine belt so the water pump is runing backwards does it matter

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