# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=358

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## [Problems resulting from air filter mistake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-resulting-from-air-filter-mistake/165436)

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**Author:** [@Smatthews7th\_168008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Smatthews7th_168008)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-resulting-from-air-filter-mistake/165436 "2020-06-07T20:56:31Z")

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I took my 2013 NissanMaxima to the local quick lube to have routine service/oil change. Never had a problem with the car and I’ve had it three years. Pull out of the quicklube, the car starts shaking and stalling and sur…

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## [Rubber u channel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rubber-u-channel/165445)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rubber-u-channel/165445 "2020-06-07T20:06:00Z")

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I gutted the bathroom and kitchen, replaced the floor and flooring (installed vinyl tile flooring), put the cabinets on top of the flooring (previously they had been installed directly on the underfloor). I want to dres…

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## [Odd squeal in driver window area when turn off engine.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-squeal-in-driver-window-area-when-turn-off-engine/165411)

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**Author:** [@Liza-Baby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liza-Baby)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-squeal-in-driver-window-area-when-turn-off-engine/165411 "2020-06-07T20:01:14Z")

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I hear an odd squeal near driver window/lock control when turn off engine. Of course, it never happens at dealer.

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## [2011 Hyundai Sonata - Noisy when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-sonata-noisy-when-cold/165347)

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**Author:** [@SisaNtlonti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SisaNtlonti)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-hyundai-sonata-noisy-when-cold/165347 "2020-06-07T17:16:01Z")

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It make noise on the engine when put it gear and the engine is cold.

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## [2007 Dodge Ram 1500 - where’s the crankshaft sensor?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-where-s-the-crankshaft-sensor/165448)

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**Author:** [@UncleDan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UncleDan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-dodge-ram-1500-where-s-the-crankshaft-sensor/165448 "2020-06-07T17:02:09Z")

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where is the crankshaft sensor located

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## [AC not blowing cold enough air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-blowing-cold-enough-air/165425)

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**Author:** [@alex.ambriz9\_160621](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alex.ambriz9_160621)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 2:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-not-blowing-cold-enough-air/165425 "2020-06-07T14:20:15Z")

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For a while my car has had ac problems, where a month ago I had to change my AC compressor due to a failing one. Everything was good for two weeks and then all of the sudden it started blowing little to no cold AC. I’ve …

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## [2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee - It wasn't the alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-grand-cherokee-it-wasnt-the-alternator/165389)

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**Author:** [@hilda01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hilda01)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 1:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-jeep-grand-cherokee-it-wasnt-the-alternator/165389 "2020-06-07T13:02:31Z")

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2008 grande Cherokee,replaced alternator, still wont charge, whats wrong ??

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## [Cranks looses juice but always starts eventually](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cranks-looses-juice-but-always-starts-eventually/165419)

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**Author:** [@Tyler-49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tyler-49)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 10:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cranks-looses-juice-but-always-starts-eventually/165419 "2020-06-07T10:47:49Z")

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2012 Honda Civic usually won’t start right up in the morning but always starts after a few tries. Cranks a few times first try and then seems dead, leave key on cranks a few more times and slows to stop, turn key off and…

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## [2003 Jaguar XJR - Power locks stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jaguar-xjr-power-locks-stopped-working/165408)

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**Author:** [@Edward48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Edward48)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 10:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jaguar-xjr-power-locks-stopped-working/165408 "2020-06-07T10:27:41Z")

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All four door lock actuators stop working. I receive the open and close sound and can hear a click of the actuators but no movement. Can all for go out at once or is a fuse or something else?

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## [2012 Ford F-150 - Cries Wha-Wha-Wha all the way home](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-f-150-cries-wha-wha-wha-all-the-way-home/165356)

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**Author:** [@randy35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/randy35)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 9:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-f-150-cries-wha-wha-wha-all-the-way-home/165356 "2020-06-07T09:32:40Z")

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My F-150 FX-2 super crew at 114K miles has started to make a “wha-wha-wha-wha” loping like noise (think from rear above 15 MPH up to when road noise drowns it out. Has easy life, a cream puff, dealer maintained. If you…

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## [2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - Squeaks softly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-sl-class-squeaks-softly/165372)

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**Author:** [@ashrout](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ashrout)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2020, 4:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-sl-class-squeaks-softly/165372 "2020-06-07T04:31:20Z")

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small random/varies soft sqeak noise in front end on drivers side -heard from inside at low/medium speeds. seems to be linked to turning but not consistent. sl560 2013

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## [Battery light, ABS light, can't move steering wheel...HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-abs-light-cant-move-steering-wheel-help/95229)

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**Author:** [@tara.roark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tara.roark)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-light-abs-light-cant-move-steering-wheel-help/95229 "2020-06-06T22:09:23Z")

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So I just bought a used 2007 Honda Fit Sport a couple of months ago. I use it to drive to work and back (6 miles one way) plus getting groceries and other errands. It's my only means of transportation so if something goe…

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## [1992 Isuzu Pickup - causes of oil spitting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-pickup-causes-of-oil-spitting/165323)

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**Author:** [@Joann-63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joann-63)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-isuzu-pickup-causes-of-oil-spitting/165323 "2020-06-06T21:26:57Z")

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Would any one know what is causing the oil to “spit” out of an over flow tube that is located under the intake manifold. (I can not see clear under there) before I start pulling things of I would like to know what I am u…

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## [2014 Chevrolet Cruze - Noise like siren](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-noise-like-siren/165406)

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**Author:** [@AngelaConyers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AngelaConyers)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 8:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-cruze-noise-like-siren/165406 "2020-06-06T20:49:52Z")

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Makes a noise like siren

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## [Weak spark on every plug, but truck runs fine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weak-spark-on-every-plug-but-truck-runs-fine/165367)

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**Author:** [@jameson.luttrell\_154832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameson.luttrell_154832)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/weak-spark-on-every-plug-but-truck-runs-fine/165367 "2020-06-06T19:10:04Z")

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I have a 2001 Sonoma with a 4.3 Vortec. I noticed all my plugs were shooting weak sparks while trying to figure out why it wasn’t starting. It turned out to be my fuel pump. Still all my sparks are very orange. Could thi…

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## [2010 Toyota RAV4 -HVAC trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-rav4-hvac-trouble/165350)

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**Author:** [@PuggMugg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PuggMugg)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-rav4-hvac-trouble/165350 "2020-06-06T19:04:03Z")

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AC stopped working, then the fan stopped blowing. All fuses checked, no codes showing. Any suggestions?

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## [Car Start Issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-issue/165410)

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**Author:** [@paulypres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulypres)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-issue/165410 "2020-06-06T18:21:25Z")

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This morning I started my car, ran idle for about 10 seconds, sputtered, came back to life for 2 seconds and then died. No crank no start. Cabin lights work, Stereo does not work, headlights do not work, Dash lights wor…

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## [2006 Nissan Murano - Hesitates and jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-murano-hesitates-and-jerks/165344)

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**Author:** [@chan50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chan50)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-murano-hesitates-and-jerks/165344 "2020-06-06T18:19:48Z")

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my nissan murano z50 2.5 2006,got problem during hesitation and jerking while accelerating while speed meter reach 120/h,during that time if i press fuel padel nothing will happen,i have to until speed meter 100/h than o…

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## [2006 Honda Accord Sdn - Cruise trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-cruise-trouble/165380)

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**Author:** [@Vince10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vince10)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-accord-sdn-cruise-trouble/165380 "2020-06-06T16:55:02Z")

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2006 accord resume cruise control don’t work

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## [2000 Pontiac Bonneville backfires when warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-bonneville-backfires-when-warm/165331)

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**Author:** [@DannyBuntain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DannyBuntain)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-bonneville-backfires-when-warm/165331 "2020-06-06T15:26:00Z")

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after you drive for a while and car warms up good it starts to like backfire threw the intake and wont take gas and runs bad till you pull over and let it set then after a while it does it again.Plus i checked the coils …

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## [Toyota Sienna AWD or FWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-awd-or-fwd/59122)

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**Author:** [@Holger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Holger)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-awd-or-fwd/59122 "2020-06-06T14:50:21Z")

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Hi there, I am looking to buy a 04 or 05 Toyota Sienna. I can't decide if I should get an AWD or FWD. I wonder if I get the AWD, do i still need winter tires (we live in Denver and want to go to mountains to ski)? I th…

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## [Nissan Frontier won't start, clicking noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-wont-start-clicking-noise/50598)

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**Author:** [@AeroEng](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AeroEng)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 10:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-wont-start-clicking-noise/50598 "2020-06-06T10:48:49Z")

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Vehicle is a 2006 Nissan Frontier with 44k miles, 4 cylinder engine, automatic transmission. When I turn the key I get a clicking sounds and the needles flutter around. I checked the battery and it's reading 12.56 v…

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## [2012 Hyundai Sonata - brake lights don’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-brake-lights-don-t-work/142301)

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**Author:** [@Roger-The-Shrubber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger-The-Shrubber)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 5:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-brake-lights-don-t-work/142301 "2020-06-06T05:57:39Z")

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All of the brake lights on my car suddenly stopped working. When I press the brakes, only the lights at the bottom of the rear window turn on. The others do nothing. (It’s possible that each of the other bulbs have bu…

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## [2009 Lincoln MKS - Peeling dash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lincoln-mks-peeling-dash/165239)

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**Author:** [@dank](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dank)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-lincoln-mks-peeling-dash/165239 "2020-06-06T03:46:52Z")

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2009 linclon mks dash is pealing off……. why

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## [2010 Honda Odyssey - Known issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-known-issues/165382)

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**Author:** [@CharlesVJaggers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesVJaggers)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 3:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-known-issues/165382 "2020-06-06T03:08:23Z")

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any known issues for this year of odyssey ? transmission?

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## [What if my car is totled?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-if-my-car-is-totled/165354)

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**Author:** [@fujiesheng\_167950](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fujiesheng_167950)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-if-my-car-is-totled/165354 "2020-06-06T03:06:37Z")

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My Pilot has an accident, hit on left side badly, but the car still runs goid. I’d like to drive it for another two year. If insurance let my car totled, can I get it back and repaired and drive again? What to do to keep…

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## [2008 Dodge Charger -TCS Light and repair delay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-charger-tcs-light-and-repair-delay/165370)

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**Author:** [@smurphy951](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smurphy951)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-dodge-charger-tcs-light-and-repair-delay/165370 "2020-06-06T02:53:36Z")

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TCS light would come on intermittently then be off then on for two days. On the third day Battery light and TCS light come on, and stayed on. I towed to dealer 5/26 and it took until 6/5 for them to get warranty approva…

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## [Help! My sons windows won’t roll down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-sons-windows-won-t-roll-down/165375)

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**Author:** [@Alexis-Nicole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alexis-Nicole)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 1:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-sons-windows-won-t-roll-down/165375 "2020-06-06T01:03:41Z")

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Greetings! My son has a 2014 Nissan Altima and the power windows just stopped working. We checked the fuses and they are fine any suggestions would be madly appreciated! Thank you~

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## [Gas pump shuts off before gas tank is full](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-shuts-off-before-gas-tank-is-full/89415)

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**Author:** [@KP23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KP23)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-pump-shuts-off-before-gas-tank-is-full/89415 "2020-06-05T20:06:16Z")

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When getting gas, the gas pump often shuts off several times( almost every $0.50 of gas)well before my gas tank is full. Also, I have to fill the tank VERY SLOWLY to prevent spills and it takes a long time to fill up the…

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## [2007 Toyota RAV4 - A couple warning lights on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-a-couple-warning-lights-on/165334)

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**Author:** [@Sparky05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sparky05)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-rav4-a-couple-warning-lights-on/165334 "2020-06-05T19:53:10Z")

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Some dash lights light - check engine, 4 wheel drive and Stability control and cruise control will not work, sometimes after some heavy rain days or sitting in the sun for 24-48 hours and does not go away. Mechanic trie…

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