# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [What tool do I need to remove the battery cables from the battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-do-i-need-to-remove-the-battery-cables-from-the-battery/166050)

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**Author:** [@thailen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thailen)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-tool-do-i-need-to-remove-the-battery-cables-from-the-battery/166050 "2020-06-24T23:38:20Z")

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Nothing to add to the headline above

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## [2005 Dodge Neon cruise kicks out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-cruise-kicks-out/165438)

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**Author:** [@knocksensor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knocksensor)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-neon-cruise-kicks-out/165438 "2020-06-24T23:27:30Z")

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the cruise kickes out every 2-5 miles as if i hit the brake pedal. hit resume and it goes back to where it was. thinking its the brake switch.

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## [1988 Ford LTD Crown Vic - Gear Change Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-ltd-crown-vic-gear-change-issue/161179)

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**Author:** [@natexdog7417\_157562](https://community.cartalk.com/u/natexdog7417_157562)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-ford-ltd-crown-vic-gear-change-issue/161179 "2020-06-24T23:10:09Z")

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Hi. So here’s the problem. If I start the car, then shift into reverse, the car will shut off. If I start the car, and let it sit for a bit, then go into reverse, the car will shut off. If I start the car, then go int…

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## [Coolant Loss How much is normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-loss-how-much-is-normal/26115)

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**Author:** [@andrew\_j](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrew_j)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-loss-how-much-is-normal/26115 "2020-06-24T22:20:57Z")

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I have Subaru WRX with 57k. My heat is a bit weak at idle (below 2000RPM) blowing cool air and very hot about 2500RPM. Checked the coolant in bottle as I could see any in the bottle from the side and I heard a air h…

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## [2003 Chevrolet 2500 -Misfires in the rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-2500-misfires-in-the-rain/166296)

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**Author:** [@Vito44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vito44)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-2500-misfires-in-the-rain/166296 "2020-06-24T21:31:05Z")

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When it rains ,truck mis fires ,when it dries up runs fine,any suggestions thanks

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## [Engine Cover Purpose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cover-purpose/166298)

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**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cover-purpose/166298 "2020-06-24T21:22:37Z")

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Is any purpose served by the plastic engine cover on my '95 Toyota Avalon’s engine (1MZFE)? I thought I would have an easier time changing the front (left side) 3 spark plugs the other day. I loosened one of the 5mm all…

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## [2004 right blinker not working all the time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-right-blinker-not-working-all-the-time/166285)

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**Author:** [@T-Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T-Ray)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-right-blinker-not-working-all-the-time/166285 "2020-06-24T21:11:59Z")

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My 2004 Chevy Tahoe Ls right blinker doesn’t work all the time. At times it will not come on and times it does come on it will stop. I have replaced the blinker switch and I still have the same problem. Any ideas.

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## [2001 Ford F-150 - Broken doo latches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f-150-broken-doo-latches/166274)

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**Author:** [@Cindy10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cindy10)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f-150-broken-doo-latches/166274 "2020-06-24T19:41:40Z")

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My 2 back door latches are broken they won’t open

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## [2013 Buick LaCrosse - Is this a hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-is-this-a-hybrid/166278)

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**Author:** [@JimD17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimD17)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-buick-lacrosse-is-this-a-hybrid/166278 "2020-06-24T18:49:44Z")

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Would you consider a Buick LaCrosse with e-assist a hybrid vehicle? The State of Ohio BMV now does and wants an extra $100 for the annual vehicle renewal sticker!

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## [06 trailblazer power steering?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-trailblazer-power-steering/166292)

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**Author:** [@Ryan-120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-120)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-trailblazer-power-steering/166292 "2020-06-24T18:38:02Z")

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While this may seem like it only happens while turning, it persists from startup until shutdown. Even idling it will make this noise. Turning the wheel doesn’t seem to make a difference in the noise. Accelerating makes i…

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## [Leaking fluid and losing coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-fluid-and-losing-coolant/166200)

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**Author:** [@Mitchell2306](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchell2306)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-fluid-and-losing-coolant/166200 "2020-06-24T17:42:53Z")

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Hello I could use some advise I am leaking what seems to be transmission fluid leaking from the pan I just changed the gasket and it’s still leaking but I did break a screw fighting it up wondering if that is the problem…

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## [Hot lug nuts, no always, caliper or bearing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-lug-nuts-no-always-caliper-or-bearing/104664)

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**Author:** [@Okidoky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Okidoky)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 3:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-lug-nuts-no-always-caliper-or-bearing/104664 "2020-06-24T15:16:58Z")

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After feeling and hearing a vibration of sorts while driving on the highway with my 2010 Sonata, I arrived home about 10 minutes later. The vibration came on sudden and then subsided. At first I thought it was the road s…

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## [2010 MINI Cooper Convertible - CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-convertible-cel/166198)

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**Author:** [@Jessica-49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jessica-49)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 11:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-mini-cooper-convertible-cel/166198 "2020-06-23T11:03:35Z")

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My Mini Cooper’s check engine light came on right after I bought it, used at 126,000 miles. It turned off and then continued to turn on after a while. I took it to a mechanic and he said we needed to change the O2 sensor…

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## [1997 Nissan Quest - Starter issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-quest-starter-issues/166231)

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**Author:** [@LaserMan54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LaserMan54)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 9:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-nissan-quest-starter-issues/166231 "2020-06-24T09:48:07Z")

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Car wouldn’t start. Disconnected battery to reset. Knocked solenoid. Now turns over fine, but will not start.

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## [This HAS to be the water pump, right?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-has-to-be-the-water-pump-right/166271)

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**Author:** [@darth\_tater](https://community.cartalk.com/u/darth_tater)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-has-to-be-the-water-pump-right/166271 "2020-06-24T06:05:00Z")

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Some overheating problems, so I removed the thermostat from the cooling system (and put everything back) I decoupled one end of the top radiator hose I turn the engine on, but no water flows out. This HAS to be the wa…

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## [1992 Mazda Miata Timing belt time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mazda-miata-timing-belt-time/166206)

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**Author:** [@RichardBorrison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardBorrison)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-mazda-miata-timing-belt-time/166206 "2020-06-24T05:36:07Z")

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1992 Miata with 45000 miles. Should timing belt be changed before recommended 60000 miles just because of age. Other belts have no cracks and all other rubber looks good.

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## [2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Sound after shutting off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-sound-after-shutting-off/166202)

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**Author:** [@Shelton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shelton)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-sound-after-shutting-off/166202 "2020-06-24T05:33:44Z")

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sounds like a fan or something is still running after the truck is turned off. not under the hood. from underneath the truck.

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## [2000 Jaguar XJ8 - Questions on timing chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jaguar-xj8-questions-on-timing-chain/166248)

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**Author:** [@tomgibney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomgibney)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 5:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jaguar-xj8-questions-on-timing-chain/166248 "2020-06-24T05:31:44Z")

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when did ford change the timing chain to metal tensionsers, and what are the major things to watc h for on the 2000 xj 8.

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## [2007 Toyota Yaris - I dropped metal into the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-i-dropped-metal-into-the-engine/166218)

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**Author:** [@mervyn.gabriel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mervyn.gabriel)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-yaris-i-dropped-metal-into-the-engine/166218 "2020-06-24T02:40:16Z")

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Hi. I was filling oil in my wife’s car. She has a 2007 model Toyota Yaris. A metal foil seal fell into my engine while filling it with oil. Is it something I should worry about?

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## [Mechanical problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-problems/166263)

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**Author:** [@Brylee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brylee)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanical-problems/166263 "2020-06-24T02:08:49Z")

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i accidentally spilled water all on my boyfriends steering wheel and radio and now his radio is changing volume by itself and his voice command comes on by itself as well. anyone know how he can fix it without costing hi…

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## [2015 Buick Regal - Infotainment issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-regal-infotainment-issues/166254)

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**Author:** [@DaveWholly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveWholly)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-regal-infotainment-issues/166254 "2020-06-24T01:39:53Z")

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The radio and back up camera not working. The whole navigation display is not working.

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## [2014 Lexus ES 300h - No sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lexus-es-300h-no-sound/166020)

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**Author:** [@DonaldRHall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonaldRHall)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-lexus-es-300h-no-sound/166020 "2020-06-24T01:19:02Z")

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my audio system in my 2014 ES300h is not producing sound. The radio and CD player work, but no sound. I am wondering if I am missing a fuse that is not located under the driver side hood and under the driver side dashb…

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## [Changed battery and alternator on a 2012 corolla s](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-battery-and-alternator-on-a-2012-corolla-s/166250)

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**Author:** [@Elvis-18](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elvis-18)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-battery-and-alternator-on-a-2012-corolla-s/166250 "2020-06-24T01:18:15Z")

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Good evening, So recently my corrola had died. And whilst trying to jump it my bud had his wires crossed and my horn went off. After trying to jump it several other times I came to the conclusion that either the alterna…

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## [1999 Honda CRV Transmission leak LOCATED but how to fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-crv-transmission-leak-located-but-how-to-fix/163704)

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**Author:** [@Novice22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Novice22)\
**Replies:** 50\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-crv-transmission-leak-located-but-how-to-fix/163704 "2020-06-24T01:10:30Z")

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So I am new owner to a Honda CRV as of december of last year. We discovered an oil leak but presumed it to be coming from power steering, as the power steering fluid had the same color. Well I had to make a day trip to…

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## [1997 Chevy K1500 Ignition problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/165947)

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**Author:** [@Koltyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koltyn)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/165947 "2020-06-23T22:03:25Z")

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Ok I have a question that is also tricky to ask so I had a problem recently that involves my key being in the ON position supposed to see the dash lights come on almost go through it’s own little safety test , well mine …

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## [97 Chevy k1500 ignition problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/166214)

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**Author:** [@Koltyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Koltyn)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 7:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-chevy-k1500-ignition-problem/166214 "2020-06-23T07:12:02Z")

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Ok so I’ve just replace the ignition switch and lock cylinder but I can’t seem to find what’s causing the problem , every time I go to start my truck I’ll turn the key to RUN/ON and it’ll try cranking it’s self on it’s…

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## [Undiagnosed problem with driver side wheel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagnosed-problem-with-driver-side-wheel/166166)

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**Author:** [@mchanson152\_168442](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mchanson152_168442)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/undiagnosed-problem-with-driver-side-wheel/166166 "2020-06-23T21:22:54Z")

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Hi, I’m wondering if anyone can help me. My 2011 Sienna is having an issue, and I have had two mechanics look at it - but no diagnoses. There is a whirling noise coming from the driver tire area, as I pick up speed. When…

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## [2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Rides rough](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-1500-rides-rough/166172)

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**Author:** [@Sam05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sam05)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-chevrolet-silverado-1500-rides-rough/166172 "2020-06-23T20:51:10Z")

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I have a 2017 Silverado rides rough. I feel every bump. I never had a Chevy truck this bad. I have been buying Chevy for over 25 years. Dealer tells me its normal. I don’t think I will buy another Chevy.

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## [Engine overcooling issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overcooling-issue/90630)

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**Author:** [@ld\_donnie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ld_donnie)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overcooling-issue/90630 "2020-06-23T20:05:59Z")

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Hello all. I have recently bought a 1999 s10 pickup 2.2L rwd And I'm having a problem with the engine overcooling. No matter how long I drive the temp Nevers gets much hotter than 160°f. I was told the thermostat was s…

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## [2014 Subaru Crosstrek - AC problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-crosstrek-ac-problem/166154)

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**Author:** [@jcoreno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jcoreno)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2020, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-crosstrek-ac-problem/166154 "2020-06-23T19:20:59Z")

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I bought a used 2014 Subaru Cross Trek. The air conditioner quit working soon after I bought it, but I was able to get along without it. I finally took it to a shop. The mechanic told me that 2014-16 Subarus are known to…

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