# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Repair madness](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-grand-cherokee-repair-madness/139414)

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**Author:** [@KevinB.Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinB.Johnson)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 11:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-jeep-grand-cherokee-repair-madness/139414 "2019-04-28T23:46:50Z")

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My jeep is worth $2,400 I just put in $2,200 worth of repairs when do I stop this madness?

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## [Motor mounts and transmission mounts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mounts-and-transmission-mounts/139403)

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**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motor-mounts-and-transmission-mounts/139403 "2019-04-28T22:59:00Z")

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The Toyota dealership service department says I need the front, rear and side motor mounts replaced and transmission mounts replaced at a total cost of $1,211.77. Is this a good price for this work, and how urgently do…

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## [2011 Honda CR-Z - Parts suggestion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-z-parts-suggestion/139442)

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**Author:** [@DIANEDICUBELLIS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIANEDICUBELLIS)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-z-parts-suggestion/139442 "2019-04-28T22:51:05Z")

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2011 CRZ Honda. Where to get brake caliper for rear online?

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## [2008 Lincoln MKX - Whirls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkx-whirls/139445)

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**Author:** [@Sandra37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sandra37)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkx-whirls/139445 "2019-04-28T22:49:57Z")

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sometimes when I shift it won’t move and makes a whirling sound

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## [2010 Toyota Camry - What damage should I inspect for](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-camry-what-damage-should-i-inspect-for/139436)

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**Author:** [@das52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/das52)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-camry-what-damage-should-i-inspect-for/139436 "2019-04-28T21:41:22Z")

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Your columns are informative and amusing I have inherited a 2010 Toyota Camry. The previous owner( a relative now deceased) had hit a curb and blew a tire. He had replaced the tire with the spare. What damage should …

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## [Power Steering pump replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-replacement/139268)

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**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-pump-replacement/139268 "2019-04-28T21:33:46Z")

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Getting ready to replace the power steering pump on my 1999 Dodge Durango. I ordered a rebuilt pump from a well known Internet source. When I looked at it I noticed that I can wiggle the shaft in/out by about 2/16 in. …

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## [2006 Scion xA - Worse mileage after oil change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xa-worse-mileage-after-oil-change/139406)

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**Author:** [@RobertHembree](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertHembree)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xa-worse-mileage-after-oil-change/139406 "2019-04-28T20:42:32Z")

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First off Ray, I have enjoyed your column ever since Click & Clack. I look forward to reading your column every Saturday in Virginia Beach, VA. My son owns a 2006 Scion XA with 206,000 miles. I change the oil & …

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## [2008 Subaru Impreza makes noise/vibration only from 30-35 mph](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-makes-noise-vibration-only-from-30-35-mph/138294)

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**Author:** [@ajrestad\_150630](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ajrestad_150630)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-impreza-makes-noise-vibration-only-from-30-35-mph/138294 "2019-04-28T19:13:14Z")

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Hey folks, I have a 2008 Subaru Impreza that makes a weird, low humming noise and slight vibration, but only when driving between 30 and 35 mph. The problem occurs whether I’m depressing the gas or not, and even occurs …

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## [Is it ok to change oil warm? (2005 Pontiac Grand Am)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-ok-to-change-oil-warm-2005-pontiac-grand-am/139327)

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**Author:** [@AustinCawley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AustinCawley)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-ok-to-change-oil-warm-2005-pontiac-grand-am/139327 "2019-04-28T18:15:02Z")

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I changed the head gaskets in my car last summer. Ive been accused of being overprotective but I don’t what to be taking the engine apart again. Will changing oil in a warm engine (about 130-150°F) cause any damage to th…

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## [2013 Ford Fusion - poorly made key fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fusion-poorly-made-key-fob/139348)

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**Author:** [@SherryHampton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SherryHampton)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-fusion-poorly-made-key-fob/139348 "2019-04-28T18:09:35Z")

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Why are these keyless remotes made so poorly. Mine less than 5 years old and popping apart and breaking. Replacement fob sets off the alarm intermittently by it self. You can’t turn it off from fob. You have to manually…

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## [2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport tailgate is stuck closed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-land-rover-range-rover-sport-tailgate-is-stuck-closed/139320)

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**Author:** [@Courtney17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Courtney17)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-land-rover-range-rover-sport-tailgate-is-stuck-closed/139320 "2019-04-28T17:48:06Z")

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Hello! My 2013 Range Rover Sport tailgate is stuck in the closed position. The tailgate lift support has gotten off somehow and will not open. Any idea how to get it open and fix it? Thank you!

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## [My Lexus Wont Stop Overheating!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-lexus-wont-stop-overheating/139380)

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**Author:** [@Jasmine\_Adams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jasmine_Adams)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 4:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-lexus-wont-stop-overheating/139380 "2019-04-28T16:04:11Z")

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My 04 Lexus Gs300 WONT STOP OVERHEATING! I brought this car from somebody… I Was Told IT WASNT NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR! I Test Drive it… And it seem to be running well! Later that night it began to run HOT! I took it …

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## [2010 Jeep Wrangler - did these repairs cause new problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-wrangler-did-these-repairs-cause-new-problems/139368)

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**Author:** [@JLSchaub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLSchaub)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 5:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-wrangler-did-these-repairs-cause-new-problems/139368 "2019-04-28T17:08:00Z")

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question 1) within a month of bringing jeep to dealership for airbag recall service, the shift changer cable broke - any possible connection? question 2) after having shift changer cable replaced \[not at dealership\] a …

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## [Can't clear codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-clear-codes/139370)

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**Author:** [@rhanvey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rhanvey)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-clear-codes/139370 "2019-04-28T17:07:09Z")

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Hi guys. I have a 94 accord lx non vtech a/t. Recently the car started “hiccuping”. Driving down the road, the engine would suddenly bog down, then jump back to life. In researching the issue, I was told that the o2 sens…

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## [Power window fuse - 2008 GMC Envoy XL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-fuse-2008-gmc-envoy-xl/139319)

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**Author:** [@steve52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve52)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-window-fuse-2008-gmc-envoy-xl/139319 "2019-04-28T14:02:57Z")

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where is fuse for power window located

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## [2010 Dodge Dakota - do I really need these services?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-dakota-do-i-really-need-these-services/139306)

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**Author:** [@RoyKottal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RoyKottal)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-dodge-dakota-do-i-really-need-these-services/139306 "2019-04-28T13:45:40Z")

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I have a 2010 Dodge Dakota Big Horn edition extended cab 4X4 pickup truck. At a recent oil change I was told I’m due for the following services: Fuel Service ($205), Brake Service($130), Transmission Service($218), P/S s…

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## [1974 Dodge Van needs a proportioning valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-dodge-van-needs-a-proportioning-valve/139353)

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**Author:** [@BillSantoro](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillSantoro)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 1:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-dodge-van-needs-a-proportioning-valve/139353 "2019-04-28T13:43:47Z")

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Where can I locate a proportioning valve? The van is a B200 with a 360. This part distributes the brake fluid from the master cylinder to the brake lines. It has 2 lines coming into it and 3 lines going out of it.

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## [2005 Suburban has a low oil pressure warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-suburban-has-a-low-oil-pressure-warning/109496)

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**Author:** [@Joho7218](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joho7218)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 1:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-suburban-has-a-low-oil-pressure-warning/109496 "2019-04-28T13:24:44Z")

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I have had a low oil pressure alarm on my 2005 Suburban on several occasions. Only when cold, and when idling. My mechanic has checked everything out and says he can fond no problem. Replaced the oil pressure sending uni…

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## [1988 Jeep Comanche - Rough idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-jeep-comanche-rough-idle/139411)

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**Author:** [@rickpeterson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rickpeterson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-jeep-comanche-rough-idle/139411 "2019-04-28T12:25:04Z")

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rough idle when cold. after warmed up its ok… cts was not within ohmed specs. but mech said it was a bad injector…? maybe 2 problems?? help in the high desert…

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## [2018 Kia Sorento - Radio issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-radio-issues/139401)

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**Author:** [@Jack41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jack41)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 8:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-kia-sorento-radio-issues/139401 "2019-04-28T08:23:26Z")

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2018 Kia Sorento, 34k km. Radio stops working after a few crackling noise, and no radio until you reach your destination. When you turn off your car, after 15 min. you turn it back on the radio starts working, after 1/2 …

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## [Highway overheating - slow temp rise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-overheating-slow-temp-rise/49775)

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**Author:** [@SnoopRob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SnoopRob)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-overheating-slow-temp-rise/49775 "2019-04-28T07:21:58Z")

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My 2003 Outback Sport has had an overheating problem since the weather has warmed up (2 months/ 3k miles). At highway speed (60+) after 10-15 minutes of driving the temperature will slowly creep up. I can reverse this …

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## [2002 Honda Odyssey steering wobble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-steering-wobble/139143)

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**Author:** [@Arneyr\_151109](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arneyr_151109)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-honda-odyssey-steering-wobble/139143 "2019-04-28T03:58:06Z")

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Hi, folks! I have an 02 Odyssey that’s given me minimal problems over the years. Recently it’s developed “odd” issues that my mechanic can’t explain, but make me worried about the safety of driving the van. I’m on the E…

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## [Water pump inlet tube leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-inlet-tube-leaking/139267)

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**Author:** [@kurtwm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtwm1)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-inlet-tube-leaking/139267 "2019-04-28T01:07:53Z")

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Replaced the water pump on my 1999 Dodge Durango today. Also replaced the water inlet tube. It keeps leaking where the tube is inserted into the pump regardless of what I do. The O ring, that came with the tube, seems to…

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## [12 Volt on the Block](https://community.cartalk.com/t/12-volt-on-the-block/139236)

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**Author:** [@sayeed.anam\_151206](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sayeed.anam_151206)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/12-volt-on-the-block/139236 "2019-04-28T00:34:14Z")

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Hello, this is my first Post so go easy on me :slight\_smile: 2005 Honda Pilot has this strange Electrical issue. let me explain Few weeks ago start hearing strange noise from Starter. had issues starting the Car. Juggl…

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## [2000 Toyota 4Runner - Crate Motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-crate-motor/139395)

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**Author:** [@Cortez44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cortez44)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-toyota-4runner-crate-motor/139395 "2019-04-28T00:28:53Z")

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I think I threw a rod. How much is a crate motor for this car. 3.4 V6 4WD SR5 automatic.

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## [Over tire inflation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-tire-inflation/139393)

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**Author:** [@Terry\_Mateya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry_Mateya)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-tire-inflation/139393 "2019-04-28T00:22:06Z")

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I had my oil changed and tire check done yesterday. When I started on the highway, my car seemed to be hard to control. It was raining. I noticed that my tires were all inflated over 40, one at 45. I called toda…

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## [2001 Mercury Grand Marquis - Traction control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-traction-control/139391)

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**Author:** [@SeanDowney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeanDowney)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-grand-marquis-traction-control/139391 "2019-04-28T00:00:56Z")

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is it good to keep the traction control switch off in summer driving?

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## [2010 Kia Soul - Backup camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-soul-backup-camera/139382)

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**Author:** [@DianneFelder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DianneFelder)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2019, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-soul-backup-camera/139382 "2019-04-27T22:48:45Z")

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Are after-market back-up cameras available for less than the $700+ the dealer charges?

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## [Repairing thrown rod in 1995 Chevrolet 1500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-thrown-rod-in-1995-chevrolet-1500/139362)

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**Author:** [@Jimharrison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jimharrison)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2019, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repairing-thrown-rod-in-1995-chevrolet-1500/139362 "2019-04-27T20:47:40Z")

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If i throw a rod and it goes throgh the oil pan only can i only replace the piston and connecting rod and be ok or not

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## [2016 Cadillac SRX - are these services necessary?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-are-these-services-necessary/139366)

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**Author:** [@BobVanHouten13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BobVanHouten13)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 27, 2019, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-cadillac-srx-are-these-services-necessary/139366 "2019-04-27T19:40:27Z")

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Car has 55,000 mi, dealer says it’s due to have brake fluid, coolant, & trans fluid, belts & all filters changed. Is this really necessary??

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