# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2010 Buick LaCrosse - Power windows quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-power-windows-quit/165192)

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**Author:** [@rwm35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rwm35)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-power-windows-quit/165192 "2020-06-01T22:19:45Z")

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Both front seat power windows will not go down

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## [Hesitating 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitating-2014-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/165137)

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**Author:** [@chetley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chetley)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hesitating-2014-hyundai-santa-fe-sport/165137 "2020-05-31T23:41:09Z")

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80k miles…new engine @ 62k.now it hesitates 2-3 seconds while accelerating rumble,shimmy…dealer drove it and put on diagnostic …says it checked out ok.can drive it but put oil and/or fuel treatment to remove carbon build…

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## [2005 Lincoln Aviator - Lights won't shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lincoln-aviator-lights-wont-shut-off/165172)

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**Author:** [@clintonjohnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clintonjohnson)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-lincoln-aviator-lights-wont-shut-off/165172 "2020-06-01T22:11:57Z")

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the lights do not shut off when vehicle is turned off

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## [AC Compressor Smoking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-smoking/65596)

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**Author:** [@neverLearned](https://community.cartalk.com/u/neverLearned)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-smoking/65596 "2020-06-01T19:31:18Z")

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I just bought a 96 civic. The seller said he used the ac last year, after they charged it, with no problems. The ac was not cold now. I have the filling cable that only goes on the low pressure side. We turned the ca…

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## [2011 Ford F-150 - No oil on dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f-150-no-oil-on-dipstick/165121)

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**Author:** [@Harley211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Harley211)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 7:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f-150-no-oil-on-dipstick/165121 "2020-06-01T19:24:31Z")

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What would the cause be for not showing any oil on the dipstick. I have used full synthetic oil and have it changed at about 4,500 miles. There is no evidence of a leak and it doesn’t smoke. They checked for blow back an…

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## [Harsh clunking sound while applying brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/harsh-clunking-sound-while-applying-brake/165116)

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**Author:** [@tydeanrich\_167804](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tydeanrich_167804)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/harsh-clunking-sound-while-applying-brake/165116 "2020-06-01T18:45:37Z")

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Hey guys, im new to the site here so thanks for having me. Im looking to get some more input on an issue ive been having on my 2005 Audi A4 quattro. The problem im having is whenever i press on the brakes, i experience …

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## [1996 Toyota Previa - Black exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-previa-black-exhaust/165106)

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**Author:** [@Bubba19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bubba19)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-previa-black-exhaust/165106 "2020-06-01T18:08:07Z")

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96 Previa SC black exhaust and rough engine

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## [2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee - intermittent heating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittent-heating/165180)

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**Author:** [@George32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George32)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 5:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittent-heating/165180 "2020-06-01T17:34:55Z")

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The heating is intermittent?

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## [2009 Pilot Touring Tailgate and Hatch-Glass does not unlock](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pilot-touring-tailgate-and-hatch-glass-does-not-unlock/165154)

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**Author:** [@pjoseph\_167820](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pjoseph_167820)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 6:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-pilot-touring-tailgate-and-hatch-glass-does-not-unlock/165154 "2020-06-01T06:40:19Z")

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Hello I have a 2009 Touring Pilot and I am unable to unlook the tailgate and the rear glass using the keyfob, interior button on the door or the outside hatch release. If I manually open the tailgate I can close it usin…

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## [Replacing brakes/sealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-brakes-sealer/164623)

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**Author:** [@Ben39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben39)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 5:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-brakes-sealer/164623 "2020-06-01T05:16:39Z")

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Hello. I need to change the front pads and rotors on my 99 dodge ram 1500. (I use this oldie for fun/work) But the labor I have to pay is quite high. They say the truck has the hub/bearings there and that makes the job m…

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## [Screeching 2004 Ford Crown Victoria](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-2004-ford-crown-victoria/165149)

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**Author:** [@twcole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twcole)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2020, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-2004-ford-crown-victoria/165149 "2020-06-01T04:37:07Z")

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Aletf side wheel or bearing is screeching really loud

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## [Humpback Whale in my hood?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/humpback-whale-in-my-hood/66272)

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**Author:** [@Sandino](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandino)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/humpback-whale-in-my-hood/66272 "2020-05-31T23:45:31Z")

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I have a 2005 Honda CRV. Sometimes (not often) it will make a sound like the singing of a humpback whale. The sound will continue even after I turn the car off, for a few minutes. It doesn't seem to matter if the air …

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## [1994 GMC Sierra 1500 #- Engine swap?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-gmc-sierra-1500-engine-swap/165110)

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**Author:** [@Mr.Bill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.Bill)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 11:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-gmc-sierra-1500-engine-swap/165110 "2020-05-31T23:27:32Z")

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I have a 94 GMC Sierra 4.3 w/standard transmission. Engine inop ,(broken rod). I have another 4.3 from a 99 GMC Sierra including harness ,minus fuse box and computer. If I swap the intake and the distributor. Would this …

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## [Signal blinker issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/signal-blinker-issue/96970)

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**Author:** [@Ben39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben39)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 9, 2016, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/signal-blinker-issue/96970 "2016-12-09T23:43:46Z")

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1999 dodge ram. Lately when i turn my signal blinker left or right it lasts only 10-15 seconds, the more I turn the less it works. Could it be just dirty inside or are there any parts that i should replace? Thanks BTW,…

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## [Need help with 1985 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-1985-mercedes-benz-sl-class/165056)

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**Author:** [@powers123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powers123)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 9:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-with-1985-mercedes-benz-sl-class/165056 "2020-05-31T21:46:38Z")

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i have a 1985 380 sl .I had the car towed to my mechanic because it wouldn’t start They replaced pickup wire to module, ignition coil, distributor and ignition coil unit The car ran ok until it didn’t I took it back and…

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## [2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Trailer brake light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-trailer-brake-light/165104)

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**Author:** [@RichardDavis32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardDavis32)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-silverado-1500-trailer-brake-light/165104 "2020-05-31T20:54:24Z")

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Service Trailer Brake warning light comes on and dings

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## [2004 Buick Rendezvous - Starting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-rendezvous-starting-issue/165099)

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**Author:** [@K\_CautomotiveService](https://community.cartalk.com/u/K_CautomotiveService)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-rendezvous-starting-issue/165099 "2020-05-31T20:47:48Z")

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i just put in a new starter in my car , ok now when i turn key to start some times it stay in the starting mode what dose that mean

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## [2005 Saturn vue any help please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-any-help-please/165097)

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**Author:** [@Josh-175](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josh-175)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-any-help-please/165097 "2020-05-31T14:21:13Z")

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Hi so I was looking for some help if possible I have a 2005 Saturn Vue 2.2 L four-cylinder engine. A couple weeks ago my car started to sputter whenever at a stop or at idle. I assumed it was a spark plug issue and I …

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## [1990 Ford F-250 OD not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-f-250-od-not-working/165068)

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**Author:** [@RichardMurphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardMurphy)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-f-250-od-not-working/165068 "2020-05-31T12:53:29Z")

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OD not working with 12 o clock wires plugged into alternator, problem started after replacing the old one.

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## [1998 Pontiac Grand Am - Bucks (gently)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-pontiac-grand-am-bucks-gently/165005)

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**Author:** [@Tom04](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom04)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 12:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-pontiac-grand-am-bucks-gently/165005 "2020-05-31T12:18:27Z")

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My 1998 Pontiac Grand Am GT, 123,000 miles seems to gently buck a little when going up a grade at highway speed.

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## [1977 Dodge Ram Wagon -Battery wiring issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1977-dodge-ram-wagon-battery-wiring-issue/165095)

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**Author:** [@BrianBocage69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianBocage69)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 9:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1977-dodge-ram-wagon-battery-wiring-issue/165095 "2020-05-31T09:42:38Z")

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Van dies if you take off the positive lead to the battery but thats because the van wont start unless I run a hot lead from the battery to the coil

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## [Can anyone tell me how to fix this noise? Only makes that noise when I first start the car in the morning. \[VIDEO\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-tell-me-how-to-fix-this-noise-only-makes-that-noise-when-i-first-start-the-car-in-the-morning-video/165089)

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**Author:** [@kenney92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenney92)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-anyone-tell-me-how-to-fix-this-noise-only-makes-that-noise-when-i-first-start-the-car-in-the-morning-video/165089 "2020-05-31T06:18:49Z")

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03 Ford Escape Ltd V6. Does the starter motor need to be replaced or something different? Video of the car making noise

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## [Overheating problem sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-problem-sound/165085)

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**Author:** [@oTiqer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oTiqer)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-problem-sound/165085 "2020-05-31T02:43:24Z")

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Car has been overheating, I hear a squealing sound. Once I start to accelerate more it seems to lower the temperature back to normal. I’ve changed the thermostat and I know it isn’t the water pump.

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## [2009 Jeep Patriot - AC quit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-ac-quit/164987)

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**Author:** [@Shace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shace)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-jeep-patriot-ac-quit/164987 "2020-05-31T02:40:32Z")

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No A/C Jeep Patriot 2009

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## [2015 Hyundai Tucson - Drives like it has a flat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-tucson-drives-like-it-has-a-flat/165083)

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**Author:** [@Donald29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donald29)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-tucson-drives-like-it-has-a-flat/165083 "2020-05-31T02:19:41Z")

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When I turn a corner left or right the car rides like it has a flat tire.

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## [Bad performance, need ideas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-performance-need-ideas/165041)

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**Author:** [@Jacob-Jensen-1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jacob-Jensen-1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bad-performance-need-ideas/165041 "2020-05-31T02:09:47Z")

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I have a 2014 Chevy cruse LT. It has about 107500 miles on it… The check engine light is not on but the performance has gotten bad. It does not like getting up and go anymore. The fuel economy is has gotten bad. I’ve tak…

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## [2016 Buick Cascada - rims are dented](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-cascada-rims-are-dented/164959)

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**Author:** [@Bonnie48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bonnie48)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 1:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-buick-cascada-rims-are-dented/164959 "2020-05-31T01:42:30Z")

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I bought new tires from my Buick Dealer. When the service was complete the NEE TIRES were dirty looking and had white glue smeared on the sidewalls. In addition the rims had scratch marks and look like they were hammered…

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## [1986 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan - Oil light on and overheats](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-volkswagen-jetta-sedan-oil-light-on-and-overheats/165013)

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**Author:** [@LJvanRooyen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LJvanRooyen)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-volkswagen-jetta-sedan-oil-light-on-and-overheats/165013 "2020-05-31T00:11:40Z")

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Jetta 2 1.8 overheats new radiator new oil pump water pump new cylinder head thermostat all new sensors. the oil light comes on when engine overheats.

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## [2017 Lexus IS 200t - is this alignment problem common?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lexus-is-200t-is-this-alignment-problem-common/164955)

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**Author:** [@PaulVD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulVD)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lexus-is-200t-is-this-alignment-problem-common/164955 "2020-05-30T22:02:04Z")

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Purchased the car Aug 2017. Mileage 15,100. I got a flat and discovered that all four tires had an alignment problem that the tires we toeing out and that we wearing thin on the inside of the tire. Brought it to the…

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## [Help me decide on DTC SRS ABS scan tool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-decide-on-dtc-srs-abs-scan-tool/93535)

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**Author:** [@Roger124](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger124)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 8:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-decide-on-dtc-srs-abs-scan-tool/93535 "2020-05-30T20:16:58Z")

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I have the SRS dummy light on, so I can't pass inspection in MA. I am thinking it probably is the passenger seat weight sensor for the air bag in my 2006 Ford Focus, but I want to be sure before I take the seat apart. So…

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