# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=375

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## [2016 Dodge Grand Caravan - Power door trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-grand-caravan-power-door-trouble/163675)

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**Author:** [@RoyWilliams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoyWilliams)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 3:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-dodge-grand-caravan-power-door-trouble/163675 "2020-05-02T15:17:38Z")

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2016 Dodge grand caravan power sliding door will open slightly then close automatically. .

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## [Saturn 2007](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-2007/163466)

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**Author:** [@foxyfifty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/foxyfifty)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 2:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn-2007/163466 "2020-05-02T14:29:52Z")

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I just got my Saturn an oil change. When I went out the next day, I noticed oil on the ground on the passenger side. I checked the oil and it showed it to be fine. I took it back in thinking the oil filter needed som…

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## [2004 Toyota Camry - Which plugs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-camry-which-plugs/163696)

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**Author:** [@hchgreer\_166942](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hchgreer_166942)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 12:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-camry-which-plugs/163696 "2020-05-02T12:19:39Z")

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I have a 2004 Toyota Camry LE, 2.4L. What kind of plugs should I use? Platinum, iridium or other?

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## [2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Shifts hard and clangs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-silverado-1500-shifts-hard-and-clangs/163634)

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**Author:** [@RODS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RODS)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chevrolet-silverado-1500-shifts-hard-and-clangs/163634 "2020-05-02T05:22:19Z")

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Pickup shifting hard and clangs when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear happens a lot

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## [Dodge Ram 1500 - Trans issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-1500-trans-issues/163658)

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**Author:** [@Jeffyelvington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeffyelvington)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-ram-1500-trans-issues/163658 "2020-05-02T04:22:40Z")

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Trans in high gear kicks out or wont shift into high gear w/o play w accelarator

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## [2008 Honda Civic Sdn - Valve adjustment? Or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-sdn-valve-adjustment-or-no/163554)

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**Author:** [@BarryMacDonald](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarryMacDonald)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-civic-sdn-valve-adjustment-or-no/163554 "2020-05-02T03:27:49Z")

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necessity of valve adjustment

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## [1999 C-RV Honda Transmission (or Power Steering) Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-c-rv-honda-transmission-or-power-steering-leak/155941)

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**Author:** [@Novice22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Novice22)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-c-rv-honda-transmission-or-power-steering-leak/155941 "2020-05-02T02:35:07Z")

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Hey guys so I purchased this vehicle a few weeks ago and drove it roughly 500 miles before discovering a transmission (or power steering??) leak. The main problem is I cannot tell where exactly the leak is coming from. …

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## [2001 Ford Expedition - Fluid change cost](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-expedition-fluid-change-cost/163642)

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**Author:** [@AmandaGaitan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmandaGaitan)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-expedition-fluid-change-cost/163642 "2020-05-02T01:39:24Z")

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How would it cost to change all the fluids in my truck?

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## [2003 Jeep Liberty - Drivers side wet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-liberty-drivers-side-wet/163678)

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**Author:** [@CathyBradley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CathyBradley)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-liberty-drivers-side-wet/163678 "2020-05-02T01:36:58Z")

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water puddle on driver’s side only, why

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## [2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Power drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-power-drain/163664)

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**Author:** [@brad40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brad40)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chevrolet-silverado-1500-power-drain/163664 "2020-05-02T01:36:12Z")

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im having the same problem … start it once daily let it run for 15-30 minutes , wake up the next morning and there is no power… constant drain somewhere just dont have the tools to troubleshoot it… when i go to start it …

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## [2010 Toyota Tacoma - Mud flap help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-tacoma-mud-flap-help/163676)

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**Author:** [@Todd28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Todd28)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-tacoma-mud-flap-help/163676 "2020-05-02T01:26:36Z")

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does anyone know a source for mud flaps for a 2012 Tacoma regular cab WITHOUT fender flares???

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## [2003 Toyota Highlander - Won't go into high gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-highlander-wont-go-into-high-gear/163686)

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**Author:** [@David31](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David31)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-highlander-wont-go-into-high-gear/163686 "2020-05-02T01:14:33Z")

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Occasionally doesn’t want to change into high gear.

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## [2015 Mazda Mazda3 - HVAC problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-hvac-problems/163684)

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**Author:** [@Ramyar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ramyar)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-mazda-mazda3-hvac-problems/163684 "2020-05-01T23:30:34Z")

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i have a Mazda3 my problem is AC heater/heater does not work…can u help me \>??

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## [2008 Subaru Tribeca - New struts to make ride better?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-tribeca-new-struts-to-make-ride-better/163575)

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**Author:** [@clancygrow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clancygrow)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 9:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-tribeca-new-struts-to-make-ride-better/163575 "2020-05-01T21:02:46Z")

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I would like a smoother ride. Replaced the tires with new Michelin tires but not much smoother. The car has about 150K miles on it. Could the struts be a problem?

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## [2001 GMC Yukon - Knock sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-yukon-knock-sensor/163592)

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**Author:** [@Justinpace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justinpace)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-gmc-yukon-knock-sensor/163592 "2020-05-01T20:29:07Z")

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So my service engine soon light was on it was a bad knock sensor low voltage code but then it suddenly went off again the light is still good so what’s the issue?

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## [Ford F-150 Neutral Safety Switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-neutral-safety-switch/163654)

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**Author:** [@adamherring1978\_166913](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adamherring1978_166913)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-neutral-safety-switch/163654 "2020-05-01T20:27:25Z")

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I have a 2005 Ford F-150 with over 200k miles on it. I recently replaced the neutral safety switch but still encountering problems. It still will not turn over unless in neutral instead of park. I had no issues 2 days af…

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## [2011 Ford Edge - Suspension jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-suspension-jerks/163621)

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**Author:** [@Stacey21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stacey21)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-suspension-jerks/163621 "2020-05-01T20:11:35Z")

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I just had the front and rear shocks and struts replaced in my 2011 Ford Edge. I also had new tires put on the vehicle and the rear drivers side brake pads and rotor replaced. Total cost was $2600. When I drove my car ho…

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## [Marie's Leaky Audi TT](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maries-leaky-audi-tt/9305)

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**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\
**Replies:** 57\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/maries-leaky-audi-tt/9305 "2020-05-01T19:48:22Z")

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On this weeks show, would you tolerate a vigorous spray down, every time you drove through the car wash... in your high-end sports car? We didn't think so. And neither would Marie. Which is exactly why she called To…

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## [Car will easily shift into gear without using the clutch?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-easily-shift-into-gear-without-using-the-clutch/4586)

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**Author:** [@mcamden](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcamden)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-easily-shift-into-gear-without-using-the-clutch/4586 "2020-05-01T19:39:09Z")

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My brother brought me his car last night and asked me to fix it (I should have just been born male). He said that he was at a stop light, had the car in first gear, and when he went to accelerate he lost power and smelt …

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## [2008 Honda CR-V - Stutter and sputter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-cr-v-stutter-and-sputter/163609)

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**Author:** [@Tom01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom01)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-cr-v-stutter-and-sputter/163609 "2020-05-01T19:34:16Z")

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have a car problem, I have to feather,press gas pedal to get car to start,has to turn over many times,then will Stutter and sputter. Then Rev up And run perfectly.if I restart it right away it starts and runs right aw…

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## [2004 Volkswagen Golf - Stalls in reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-golf-stalls-in-reverse/163585)

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**Author:** [@colin23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/colin23)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 7:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volkswagen-golf-stalls-in-reverse/163585 "2020-05-01T19:31:58Z")

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When car is put into reverse the engine stalls

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## [2005 Acura TL - OK for long trips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-acura-tl-ok-for-long-trips/163571)

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**Author:** [@ChuckFloyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChuckFloyd)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-acura-tl-ok-for-long-trips/163571 "2020-05-01T18:48:41Z")

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My wife has a 2005 Acura TL with 93k miles. She is the original owner and takes good care of the car. She doesn’t travel far very often but occasionally will take a 250 mile trip to the coast. She asks me, “Is it safe…

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## [Boiling in my coolant reservoir](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boiling-in-my-coolant-reservoir/163667)

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**Author:** [@Jordon\_Hall](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordon_Hall)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 5:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/boiling-in-my-coolant-reservoir/163667 "2020-05-01T17:57:48Z")

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So I just recently started getting my coolant to boil over. My temp gauge never overheats, and I just had the radiator, clutch, and thermostat changed to possibly fix it. The coolant has been tested for a blown head ga…

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## [P0304 Engine misfire, but only after heat soak, GM 2.2L 4-cyl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-engine-misfire-but-only-after-heat-soak-gm-2-2l-4-cyl/163303)

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**Author:** [@gebrown\_166697](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gebrown_166697)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 4:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0304-engine-misfire-but-only-after-heat-soak-gm-2-2l-4-cyl/163303 "2020-05-01T16:20:25Z")

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Greetings all, new member and first post… Have a 96’ Chevy Cavalier with 21,000 original miles (inherited recently from family member and original owner). When cold car starts immediately and runs perfectly if taken on…

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## [Toyota low oil engine shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-low-oil-engine-shut-off/79383)

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**Author:** [@Nianzhong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nianzhong)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-low-oil-engine-shut-off/79383 "2020-05-01T14:15:36Z")

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My 97 Rav4 shut down on the highway yesterday. Checked the oil when I lifted the hood. It has only been 4500 since the last oil change, but the oil was barely registering on the stick. The engine will turn over, but w…

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## [2009 MINI Cooper S Clubman - Fair price?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-s-clubman-fair-price/163600)

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**Author:** [@KatlynMahachek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KatlynMahachek)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-s-clubman-fair-price/163600 "2020-05-01T14:12:19Z")

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Currently looking at a 2009 MINI Clubman 3dr 6 speed with 126k miles. Seller is asking $3,800 - I still need/want to look at the vehicle and gain more info from seller, just seeking general advice right now. Thank you!

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## [2005 Dodge Ram 1500 - How bad? New radiator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-how-bad-new-radiator/163546)

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**Author:** [@turtle6941](https://community.cartalk.com/u/turtle6941)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-dodge-ram-1500-how-bad-new-radiator/163546 "2020-05-01T13:35:04Z")

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I just noticed that my ram 1500 is leaking coolant near the radiator. Looks like it is coming from the large spring hose on the bottom of the radiator but not sure because there is coolant around the passenger side front…

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## [1996 Toyota RAV4 - Roof rack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-rav4-roof-rack/163563)

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**Author:** [@AkmanFrancois](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AkmanFrancois)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 10:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-toyota-rav4-roof-rack/163563 "2020-05-01T10:44:16Z")

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i need to install a roof rack

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## [2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Press to start help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-hybrid-press-to-start-help/163647)

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**Author:** [@MichaelEze](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelEze)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-camry-hybrid-press-to-start-help/163647 "2020-05-01T04:56:20Z")

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My car is telling me key not detected when am trying to start it . The car is using press to start button. Pls what do I do to start it?

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## [2011 Mazda Mazda6 - AC powers down the engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda6-ac-powers-down-the-engine/163638)

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**Author:** [@LauraAdkins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LauraAdkins)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda6-ac-powers-down-the-engine/163638 "2020-05-01T03:20:37Z")

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when I use the defrost my engines rpms will power down is this the ait conditioning unti/compresser or possibly belt? this happened only after i had the spark plugs changed . have 87,000 miles on thius car

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