# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2005 Chevrolet Colorado - can't release the spare tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-colorado-cant-release-the-spare-tire/141874)

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**Author:** [@Ray54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray54)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 12:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-colorado-cant-release-the-spare-tire/141874 "2019-06-09T12:52:25Z")

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Truck is spotless BUT I cant get the spare tire to release from underneath the box…it ratchets down about 2 inches and stops…no amount of winding it up and down will get it low enough to lift it off…did exactly what the …

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## [2018 Jeep Renegade - DRL warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-drl-warning/141899)

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**Author:** [@kostas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kostas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 12:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-drl-warning/141899 "2019-06-09T12:46:53Z")

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daytime running lights warning is on every 5 minutes

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## [2009 Toyota Corolla - new engine needed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-new-engine-needed/141889)

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**Author:** [@StanleyOsborne](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StanleyOsborne)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-new-engine-needed/141889 "2019-06-09T11:56:53Z")

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I own a 2009 Toyota Corolla LE 1.8 since February 2017. My Mom purchased this car back in 2009 and she kept the maintenance up to date and always took the car to the Toyota dealer for everything. I bought this car from…

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## [2019 Subaru Crosstrek - Hesitates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-crosstrek-hesitates/141798)

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**Author:** [@DianeDelorier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DianeDelorier)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 11:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-crosstrek-hesitates/141798 "2019-06-09T11:49:18Z")

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825 miles and the car occasionally hesitates when my foot is put on the gas pedal… the hesitation means zero movement… scares me when I have to pull into traffic… not sure what the car is going to do… otherwise I love th…

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## [Where is the ground for the horn circuit on a 2000 Protege?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-ground-for-the-horn-circuit-on-a-2000-protege/141871)

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**Author:** [@mazda\_protege](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mazda_protege)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 6:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-is-the-ground-for-the-horn-circuit-on-a-2000-protege/141871 "2019-06-09T06:18:39Z")

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Hi there, The horn on my protege isn’t working, when I hit it I just hear the relay clicking. The relay from my old protege I put in and all I hear is clicking. Its a “new” protege. I put 12V on the physical horn, and…

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## [2000 Mercedes-Benz 190 - transmission switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-190-transmission-switch/141848)

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**Author:** [@Page34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Page34)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-mercedes-benz-190-transmission-switch/141848 "2019-06-09T04:28:22Z")

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I have been told I need a transmission switch for my A190. It still drives but is in safe mode. any help would be appreciated. Regards Page

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## [2020 Toyota Camry - Mystery thing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-camry-mystery-thing/140938)

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**Author:** [@vickie28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vickie28)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-toyota-camry-mystery-thing/140938 "2019-06-09T04:19:39Z")

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what is the thing in the back window of a 1994 toyota camry

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## [Oil filter model: cross-reference confusion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-model-cross-reference-confusion/141805)

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**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 12:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-filter-model-cross-reference-confusion/141805 "2019-06-09T00:33:17Z")

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Can anyone clarify the cross-referencing of oil filters for my car? I have been using Fram PH2951 oil filters on my 1988 Chevrolet Nova. Checking what WalMart’s store brand has available, I see a cross-reference to Supt…

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## [P404 EGR valve open & P1404 EGR valve closed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p404-egr-valve-open-p1404-egr-valve-closed/141830)

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**Author:** [@Ben-Zaleschuk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-Zaleschuk)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [June 9, 2019, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p404-egr-valve-open-p1404-egr-valve-closed/141830 "2019-06-09T00:30:03Z")

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Hey guys! My 06 Pontiac Torrent was throwing a P404 code, which is EGR valve is stuck open. So I went to the wreckers and grabbed one off an 08 Pontiac Torrent and tested it out so made sure it was all good. However aft…

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## [Problems with 2005 Nissan Xterra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-2005-nissan-xterra/141880)

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**Author:** [@ryant17\_153057](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryant17_153057)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 11:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problems-with-2005-nissan-xterra/141880 "2019-06-08T23:45:44Z")

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Hey! New here, but looking for advice on car! The other day I went to accelerate from a red light and as I was accelerating I noticed something felt weird. I had to stop at the next red light and when I tried acceleratin…

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## [1994 Mazda Miata MX-5 AC compressor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-miata-mx-5-ac-compressor/141866)

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**Author:** [@MarcSteve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarcSteve)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-mazda-miata-mx-5-ac-compressor/141866 "2019-06-08T20:10:03Z")

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Shop tells me my A/C compressor is dead. How does one determine that vs whether you just need a re-charge? Approx what should it cost me to replace the compressor? Thanks!

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## [Brake bleeders keep leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-bleeders-keep-leaking/140797)

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**Author:** [@blue03v](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blue03v)\
**Replies:** 80\
**Last updated:** [June 6, 2019, 6:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-bleeders-keep-leaking/140797 "2019-06-06T18:46:05Z")

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I have an 06 Honda Element. I recently replaced the entire break system except the master, booster and brake lines. I replaced all of it with “store-house” brand products, rotors, pads and calipers. The vehicle has had a…

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## [2016 Jeep Cherokee - ECU repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-ecu-repair/141855)

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**Author:** [@Txiki41\_149877](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Txiki41_149877)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-cherokee-ecu-repair/141855 "2019-06-08T15:44:05Z")

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Hi: I have a 2016 jeep Cherokee sport 2.4 l. The car has 37000 miles and the ECU/ ECM does not get ready, it doesn’t matter what I do or how many miles I drive. I ordered a new ECU and when I was removing the old one t…

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## [2008 Acura MDX battery dies after sitting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-mdx-battery-dies-after-sitting/141854)

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**Author:** [@JillMoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JillMoore)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-acura-mdx-battery-dies-after-sitting/141854 "2019-06-08T15:37:57Z")

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We have a new to us 2008 Acura MDX. It’s a third car because we have six people in our family and occasionally want to all ride together. This means the car doesn’t get started every day. If we wait three days, the batte…

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## [2006 Volvo S80 - Easy tubo fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volvo-s80-easy-tubo-fix/141813)

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**Author:** [@KenGonsier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KenGonsier)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 3:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-volvo-s80-easy-tubo-fix/141813 "2019-06-08T15:22:38Z")

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Is there an inexpensive way to fix a blown turbo unit that is leaking oil?

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## [Mazda protege shaking on acceleration and brakes between 50-65mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege-shaking-on-acceleration-and-brakes-between-50-65mph/141829)

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**Author:** [@Andrew\_Tettamanti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrew_Tettamanti)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 2:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-protege-shaking-on-acceleration-and-brakes-between-50-65mph/141829 "2019-06-08T14:36:24Z")

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This is for a 2002 Mazda protege with 110,00 miles model AT. Hey all so I’ve been having this problem for a while now. It started off slowly and then the vibrations have been getting worse over time. I the vibration is …

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## [Electric Door Locks Issue in Hot Weather](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-door-locks-issue-in-hot-weather/141735)

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**Author:** [@Jksordini\_152193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jksordini_152193)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-door-locks-issue-in-hot-weather/141735 "2019-06-08T13:32:19Z")

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My electric door locks work great until the temperature gets above about 85 degrees then the locks don’t throw all the way. I have to unlock the car with a key & when locking it run around the car to make sure all the …

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## [2009 Chevrolet Traverse - black oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-traverse-black-oil/141852)

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**Author:** [@Glen57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Glen57)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-traverse-black-oil/141852 "2019-06-08T13:25:25Z")

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What would cause the oil to get black earlier than normal?

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## [Accidentally put diesel in my 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accidentally-put-diesel-in-my-2005-jeep-grand-cherokee/141833)

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**Author:** [@JessicaTyler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JessicaTyler)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accidentally-put-diesel-in-my-2005-jeep-grand-cherokee/141833 "2019-06-08T13:24:03Z")

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I accidentally put a full tank of Diesel Gas into my tank and won’t be able to get it fixed until like next week. What could possibly happen? Will it ever run again? I did drive it but not far from where i pumped the gas…

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## [Accidentally put diesel in my 2011 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accidentally-put-diesel-in-my-2011-honda-accord/141845)

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**Author:** [@Tanika](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tanika)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accidentally-put-diesel-in-my-2011-honda-accord/141845 "2019-06-08T13:22:38Z")

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I mistakenly put diesel fuel in my tank late last night.What should I do?

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## [2012 Toyota Highlander thumping after brake job](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-highlander-thumping-after-brake-job/141850)

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**Author:** [@JohnScott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnScott)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-highlander-thumping-after-brake-job/141850 "2019-06-08T13:17:06Z")

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I had a four wheel brake job (1st ) with rotors turned. After leaving dealership I heard and felt a knocking or thumping sound every time I turn the wheel to the right even while backing up. Thank You

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## [Foul odor in 2015 Lincoln MKC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/foul-odor-in-2015-lincoln-mkc/141825)

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**Author:** [@Kelley43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kelley43)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 10:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/foul-odor-in-2015-lincoln-mkc/141825 "2019-06-08T10:48:19Z")

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Foul odor coming from the interior air supply. Musty and getting worse , no moisture in cabin. Stinks, been getting worse for about a month.

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## [Tire pressure, Airbag off, seatbelt signs all on and FOB key not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-airbag-off-seatbelt-signs-all-on-and-fob-key-not-working/141842)

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**Author:** [@Aj\_Stapler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aj_Stapler)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 10:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-airbag-off-seatbelt-signs-all-on-and-fob-key-not-working/141842 "2019-06-08T10:02:56Z")

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I have a Toyota RAV4 2013 AWD and I’m reaching out to ask about this issue I’m experiencing in the dashboard with the following: Tire pressure sign on Airbag off sign on Seat belt sign on And the FOB key is n…

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## [2010 Dodge Grand Caravan - Easy fix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-grand-caravan-easy-fix/141801)

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**Author:** [@Rance](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rance)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-grand-caravan-easy-fix/141801 "2019-06-08T02:50:49Z")

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how to change serpintine belt the easy way

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## [How to move the seat up? (2002 Dodge Neon)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-move-the-seat-up-2002-dodge-neon/141821)

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**Author:** [@JayWoods](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayWoods)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-move-the-seat-up-2002-dodge-neon/141821 "2019-06-08T00:48:09Z")

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How I get the sit to move up

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## [2016 Subaru Legacy - What issues?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-legacy-what-issues/141808)

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**Author:** [@Ali03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ali03)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 8, 2019, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-legacy-what-issues/141808 "2019-06-08T00:30:43Z")

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Looking into purchasing this car (hopefully premium). What are some issues with the car that I should be aware of?

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## [2005 Cadillac STS - Help identifying wires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-cadillac-sts-help-identifying-wires/141769)

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**Author:** [@SamLot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SamLot)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 10:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-cadillac-sts-help-identifying-wires/141769 "2019-06-07T10:06:04Z")

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The harness of my OBD 2 female is shredded but the wires are still intact. I got a new female port but I failed to find a proper wiring diagram to help me align the wires to their respective outout (for eg. the red and w…

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## [2006 Lexus RX 330 - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-330-transmission-issues/141774)

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**Author:** [@Carlo\_s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlo_s)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-lexus-rx-330-transmission-issues/141774 "2019-06-07T21:22:21Z")

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I have a 2006 Lexus RX330 AWD I have the for few months and I have problems with the transmission (the car don’t shift properly). The car make a late shift between 1rs and 2nd gear and some times hard shift in 3rd gear, …

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## [Coil on plugs keep burning out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-on-plugs-keep-burning-out/141770)

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**Author:** [@LONGD1998\_152901](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LONGD1998_152901)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coil-on-plugs-keep-burning-out/141770 "2019-06-07T21:21:38Z")

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I have an 03 mustang gt and yesterday while I was driving I smelt something burning and my car started running bad. When I got home I checked the codes and it said my #3 COP was bad so I got a new set and I changed all t…

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## [1987 Toyota Pickup - Carb question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-pickup-carb-question/141811)

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**Author:** [@paulbunn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulbunn)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2019, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1987-toyota-pickup-carb-question/141811 "2019-06-07T21:18:22Z")

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what is the fuel pressure at the carburator 22-r 1987 toyota pick up 5-speed

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