# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2015 RAM 1500 shifting issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-1500-shifting-issue/136098)

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**Author:** [@coleman54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/coleman54)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 2:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ram-1500-shifting-issue/136098 "2019-03-09T14:28:30Z")

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2015 ram trans shifting into gear ,d +r lights flash and dash tells you it is not in park, truck may start to move but its like brake is on

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## [Does traction control affect mileage? (2005 Ford Crown Victoria)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-traction-control-affect-mileage-2005-ford-crown-victoria/136072)

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**Author:** [@MartinRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MartinRussell)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-traction-control-affect-mileage-2005-ford-crown-victoria/136072 "2019-03-09T12:28:39Z")

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Does traction control affect gas mileage? Do you get better mileage with it on or off?

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## [2007 Honda Ridgeline whining power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-ridgeline-whining-power-steering/136042)

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**Author:** [@Dan24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan24)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 11:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-ridgeline-whining-power-steering/136042 "2019-03-09T11:24:04Z")

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Power steering is making a loud winning noise. What needs done and how much will it cost?

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## [2002 corolla front right bulb not flashing \[solved with switch the light bulb\]](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-corolla-front-right-bulb-not-flashing-solved-with-switch-the-light-bulb/136094)

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**Author:** [@sunst1995\_149220](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sunst1995_149220)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-corolla-front-right-bulb-not-flashing-solved-with-switch-the-light-bulb/136094 "2019-03-09T04:21:51Z")

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Hi everyone! The front right turning light of my corolla stoppped flashing when I push the turn signal switch up or press the harzard switch. However that light can illuminate when turn the switch to side marker. The tur…

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## [1998 Chevrolet Tahoe - removing catalytic converters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-removing-catalytic-converters/136090)

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**Author:** [@JackCrockett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JackCrockett)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-tahoe-removing-catalytic-converters/136090 "2019-03-09T02:24:42Z")

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If I remove the catalytic converters will my Tahoe run better or worse?

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## [2007 Cadillac CTS transmission fluid leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-cts-transmission-fluid-leak/136088)

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**Author:** [@Clinkscale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clinkscale)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-cts-transmission-fluid-leak/136088 "2019-03-09T02:02:51Z")

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Transmission oil all over the ground and my car will not movein gear. What is the possible issue. Is their any one who can help me. Thank you.

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## [1998 Lexus ES 300 - Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lexus-es-300-transmission/135986)

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**Author:** [@DemetriaFickett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DemetriaFickett)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 9, 2019, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-lexus-es-300-transmission/135986 "2019-03-09T00:59:36Z")

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I have a 98 Lexus es300 that I purchased last June. recently it has started slipping out of 1st into neutral when i step on the gas from a full stop. If i let off the gas, the care re-engages to first gear again. It’s o…

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## [Honda accord/ CRV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-crv/136069)

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**Author:** [@myswagbucks1\_149194](https://community.cartalk.com/u/myswagbucks1_149194)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-crv/136069 "2019-03-08T23:20:12Z")

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So I really want a civic or accord 2019. price im ok with. My issue with them now is the problems that the crv have that im seeing in colder weather. The gas and oil are mixing and giveing some CVT transmission ppl tr…

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## [2007 Honda Civic Rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-civic-rattle/136078)

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**Author:** [@openshuttersaz\_147147](https://community.cartalk.com/u/openshuttersaz_147147)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-honda-civic-rattle/136078 "2019-03-08T23:20:03Z")

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This happens when the car is warm and under load about 1500-2000 rpms. Its definitely from the engine bay and seems to be from the drivers side. I have changed out all mounts, adjusted valves run b12 through. Fuel injec…

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## [2005 Chevy Impala with misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-impala-with-misfire/136062)

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**Author:** [@AngelinNC\_149166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AngelinNC_149166)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-impala-with-misfire/136062 "2019-03-08T23:04:22Z")

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Hi. I’ve got a 2005 Chevy Impala SS 3.8 Supercharger that has a misfire that I can’t find. I’ve replaced the wires and plugs, crank sensor, and one of the ignition coils. I know it’s not the gas because I’ve gotten co…

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## [Burning oil smell - 2000 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-oil-smell-2000-toyota-camry/136074)

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**Author:** [@SteveGaskkns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveGaskkns)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-oil-smell-2000-toyota-camry/136074 "2019-03-08T22:26:25Z")

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Smells like burning oil after drive five minutes

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## [Transfer rear shocks to different car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-rear-shocks-to-different-car/136046)

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**Author:** [@leigh\_49014\_149193](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leigh_49014_149193)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 10:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transfer-rear-shocks-to-different-car/136046 "2019-03-08T22:04:03Z")

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Ok Hello. My question can you use rear shocks on a different car? I bought rear shocks for a 2000 volvo s40 but its not running. Now i have a 2002 bmw 325i wonder if i can used the volvo rear shocks on the beemer?

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## [2002 Cadillac Escalade - tires lose air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-escalade-tires-lose-air/136052)

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**Author:** [@doriscamp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doriscamp)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-cadillac-escalade-tires-lose-air/136052 "2019-03-08T21:47:12Z")

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I assumed that wheels on my 2002 Escalade would last my lifetime, for some reason the wheels are peeling and my tires are going flat, have to air up all time. How do I get this fixed without buying new wheels. I am a 75 …

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## [Why doesn’t my Kia have a spare tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesn-t-my-kia-have-a-spare-tire/136038)

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**Author:** [@RobertArmbruster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertArmbruster)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-doesn-t-my-kia-have-a-spare-tire/136038 "2019-03-08T21:04:29Z")

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why doesn’t my Kia have a spare tire? Isn’t this dangerous if you have a blowout? Should I buy a spare?

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## [Necessary to flush brake lines? 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/necessary-to-flush-brake-lines-2012-toyota-camry-hybrid/135712)

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**Author:** [@JamesFrazier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesFrazier)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/necessary-to-flush-brake-lines-2012-toyota-camry-hybrid/135712 "2019-03-08T21:04:07Z")

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The dealer says I need to have the brake lines flushed and fluid replaced at 40,000 miles rather than adding brake fluid to the master cylinder as it is low. Is this valid or $150 to the dealer?

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## [How long should I warm up my 2017 Hyundai Elantra?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-warm-up-my-2017-hyundai-elantra/135530)

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**Author:** [@abodyabody5111\_148855](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abodyabody5111_148855)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-i-warm-up-my-2017-hyundai-elantra/135530 "2019-03-08T20:18:14Z")

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How long should I wait to Warming Up my car ? , And Is there a manual from Hyundai to tell me how long it is ?

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## [HONDA pilot 2013 shudder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-2013-shudder/136034)

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**Author:** [@James\_Swartzentruber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James_Swartzentruber)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-pilot-2013-shudder/136034 "2019-03-08T18:30:47Z")

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Honda Pilot 2013 shudders when I get to speed and back off the accelerator. Seems to happen the most at 40 and 60 mph. Took it to the dealer and first of all they tried to tell me nothing was wrong. So I went in to pick …

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## [2013 Volkswagen Passat - Blower](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-blower/135983)

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**Author:** [@richardabizzle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richardabizzle)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-blower/135983 "2019-03-08T18:13:15Z")

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my heater blower work then it stop woking then a day or two it start back working again this happen very often

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## [2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac - front wheel thumping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-sport-trac-front-wheel-thumping/136044)

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**Author:** [@LFletcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LFletcher)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-explorer-sport-trac-front-wheel-thumping/136044 "2019-03-08T15:30:31Z")

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Have thumping noise from front wheel. Everything new brakes, etc. alignment., tires look really good. Cannot figure this out. Truck has 126,000 mi. Ford wants $85 to tell me what is wrong.

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## [Hybrid system not responding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-system-not-responding/136040)

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**Author:** [@Dan\_Ki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan_Ki)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-system-not-responding/136040 "2019-03-08T15:15:37Z")

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I have a 2013 BMW Active Hybrid. My mechanic has remanufactured the transmission, but the hybrid system is not responding when initiated. He knows transmissions, but not hybrid systems. Any suggestions are appreciated. T…

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## [2012 vw gti](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-vw-gti/136029)

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**Author:** [@tcw1982](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcw1982)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-vw-gti/136029 "2019-03-08T14:59:18Z")

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I recently bought a used 2012 GTI, and received two keys from the dealer, one is the normal key and a “mechanics key”, much like a 02 model I had driven years prior. The car is completely wireless so I can lock, unlock,…

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## [2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - rusting easily](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-rusting-easily/136036)

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**Author:** [@CalHorrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalHorrick)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-silverado-1500-rusting-easily/136036 "2019-03-08T14:53:37Z")

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I have a 2011 chev silverado with only 40,000 KM on it(low Km because of poor fuel milage)but one of my problems is with the paint. It seems that small stone contact with the bumper or front end will cause a rust spot to…

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## [Royal purple](https://community.cartalk.com/t/royal-purple/81177)

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**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 2:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/royal-purple/81177 "2019-03-08T14:10:11Z")

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One of my friends (he's a real mechanic, not a shade tree like me) swears by this stuff, said he wouldn't use anything else in all of his rides. I go with what's on sale at Wally world so long as it meets all of the cer…

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## [2015 Nissan Rogue - WHere is the](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-where-is-the/135876)

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**Author:** [@don07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/don07)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-where-is-the/135876 "2019-03-08T13:54:29Z")

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where is the blower resister on a 2015 rogue

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## [2012 Subaru Legacy - Multiple warnings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-legacy-multiple-warnings/136018)

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**Author:** [@kephart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kephart)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-subaru-legacy-multiple-warnings/136018 "2019-03-08T13:37:49Z")

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check engine lite,traction control lite, brinking brake lite, cruise control binking whats wrong?

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## [2016 Ford Focus - Is this car doomed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-focus-is-this-car-doomed/135918)

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**Author:** [@JosephDeLong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JosephDeLong)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-focus-is-this-car-doomed/135918 "2019-03-08T13:32:08Z")

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Just bought this car yesterday. Great deal. Noticed no issues. Thought I did my research but am finding a ton of transmission problems with other reviews. Was wondering if all 16 focus’ were doomed? Only 41000 miles on i…

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## [2003 Dodge Ram 2500 - Heater doors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-2500-heater-doors/135996)

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**Author:** [@CynthiaRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CynthiaRussell)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 7, 2019, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-ram-2500-heater-doors/135996 "2019-03-07T18:51:54Z")

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why do the heater doors in my Dodge Ram 2500 diesel keep breaking? Can I get metal ones?

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## [2010 Kia Soul - Joke?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-soul-joke/135856)

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**Author:** [@Noekie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noekie)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-kia-soul-joke/135856 "2019-03-08T13:21:41Z")

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My car is joking , loosing power and engine light comes on with every joke

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## [Car makes high pitch squealing noise while accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-high-pitch-squealing-noise-while-accelerating/136033)

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**Author:** [@Kingbanks\_149184](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kingbanks_149184)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-makes-high-pitch-squealing-noise-while-accelerating/136033 "2019-03-08T13:21:10Z")

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I have a 2013 chrysler 200 with 86kmiles. Whenever I accelerate and reach a speed about 37mph, I start to hear a high pitch squealing/whistling noise, the noise is a little bit more aggressive when my foots on the gas p…

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## [Paid for damaged part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paid-for-damaged-part/135960)

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**Author:** [@Josh\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josh_T)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 8, 2019, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paid-for-damaged-part/135960 "2019-03-08T13:06:39Z")

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Went to a small town garage. Bought a wheel bearing for them to replace. In the process of removing the stuck bearing from the knuckle they broke the tip off the collar of the knuckle. They charged me full price for a ne…

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