# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2006 Cadillac CTS - cause of engine lock?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-cause-of-engine-lock/133204)

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**Author:** [@Bob17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bob17)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-cts-cause-of-engine-lock/133204 "2019-01-23T22:52:17Z")

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Car was missing on the freewway intermitent during rain. I thought maybe an elect short. Next day ran great then Died while driving at 50mph. Shop says engine is locked? 125K miles v6 ??? Is there anything that will cau…

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## [Where’s the leak? 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-the-leak-2005-jeep-grand-cherokee/133189)

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**Author:** [@Gavin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gavin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/where-s-the-leak-2005-jeep-grand-cherokee/133189 "2019-01-23T22:46:57Z")

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Okay, I was hoping that I would never have the opportunity stump you guys because that meant I and my mechanic were stumped and I probably have been separated from a lot of money. I have a 2005 jeep grand cherokee 3.7L. …

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## [I have a moped and it will not run even though its ran before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-moped-and-it-will-not-run-even-though-its-ran-before/133007)

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**Author:** [@Dead\_MouseYT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dead_MouseYT)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-moped-and-it-will-not-run-even-though-its-ran-before/133007 "2019-01-23T22:19:23Z")

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i have a 1987 (i belive) Trac Olympic moped and i dont know why it will not run. it has ran before and now it wont. i have spark, i have the fuel going to the carb and filling the bowl, and i have gas and the key is turn…

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## [2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid hunting for gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-hybrid-hunting-for-gears/133145)

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**Author:** [@martinmendel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martinmendel)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-hybrid-hunting-for-gears/133145 "2019-01-23T21:49:02Z")

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my car hunts for gears when topping a hill? cruise on or off

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## [2004 Chrysler Pacifica Troubles! HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-pacifica-troubles-help/133159)

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**Author:** [@vrodriquez\_147252](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vrodriquez_147252)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-pacifica-troubles-help/133159 "2019-01-23T21:34:40Z")

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I am lost! I’m hoping someone here can see what I haven’t. I did an engine swap for my 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 3.5L V6 engine a few weeks ago and everything went great. I drove it for about 2 days and it drove fantastic.…

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## [2017 Lincoln MKC transmission trouble?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-transmission-trouble/133194)

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**Author:** [@taylor23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/taylor23)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-transmission-trouble/133194 "2019-01-23T20:28:40Z")

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are there any issues with the transmission…or the heat/air condition system?

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## [1993 Honda Civic Fuel problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-honda-civic-fuel-problem/133130)

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**Author:** [@Anthony\_Vlogs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony_Vlogs)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-honda-civic-fuel-problem/133130 "2019-01-23T20:01:20Z")

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Hey guys, I have a 1993 Honda Civic Ex sedan that’s been sitting in my garage for about 13 years. I recently got it to start moving and I been driving it let’s say for about a month. And recently I started having problem…

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## [2003 BMW M3 - bad subframe symptoms?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-m3-bad-subframe-symptoms/133192)

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**Author:** [@william50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/william50)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-m3-bad-subframe-symptoms/133192 "2019-01-23T19:18:49Z")

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what are the symptons of a bad subframe

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## [2007 Toyota Sequoia - timing belt/fuel pump replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sequoia-timing-belt-fuel-pump-replacement/133143)

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**Author:** [@CarlThoren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlThoren)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sequoia-timing-belt-fuel-pump-replacement/133143 "2019-01-23T19:16:02Z")

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Absent any noticeable problems, how can I know for sure I should install a new timing belt and water pump. Car is 2007 Toyota Sequoia delivered new in March 2008. It had about 300 dealer driven miles on it. It now has on…

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## [Will front brake rotor and pads from a 2007 PT Cruiser fit a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-front-brake-rotor-and-pads-from-a-2007-pt-cruiser-fit-a-2005-dodge-grand-caravan/133154)

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**Author:** [@tbnlp\_147360](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbnlp_147360)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-front-brake-rotor-and-pads-from-a-2007-pt-cruiser-fit-a-2005-dodge-grand-caravan/133154 "2019-01-23T16:35:21Z")

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I’ve heard some parts from PT Cruiser will fit Dodge Grand Caravan. Will front brake rotor and pads from a 2007 PT Cruiser fit a 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan?

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## [Burning cars from Korea](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-cars-from-korea/133181)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-cars-from-korea/133181 "2019-01-23T15:55:11Z")

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Higher-than-average insurance claims from both Hyundai and Kia owners as a result of engine fires:

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## [2003 Ford F-150 AC trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f-150-ac-trouble/133175)

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**Author:** [@DanielCordova](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanielCordova)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 3:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f-150-ac-trouble/133175 "2019-01-23T15:50:45Z")

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truck revs up and down with the AC on. the AC won’t blow cold air either

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## [VOC levels - Chevrolet Bolt vs Nissan Leaf](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voc-levels-chevrolet-bolt-vs-nissan-leaf/133177)

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**Author:** [@JuliaTorcellini](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuliaTorcellini)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/voc-levels-chevrolet-bolt-vs-nissan-leaf/133177 "2019-01-23T15:39:07Z")

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What is the VOC level of the Chevy Bolt vs. the Nissan Leaf? How can I find this info, I’m extremely chemically sensitive and occasionally ponder switching to horse and buggy for that reason!

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## [1999 Ford Windstar ground wire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-windstar-ground-wire/133173)

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**Author:** [@fREDDIEfELDER](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fREDDIEfELDER)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-windstar-ground-wire/133173 "2019-01-23T12:53:57Z")

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having problem with the ground wire no start no start no dash light I can play with the ground wire some time it will start and cut back off help,

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## [2002 Mercury Mountaineer - OD/check transmission light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercury-mountaineer-od-check-transmission-light/133156)

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**Author:** [@BenjaminHeflin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BenjaminHeflin)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercury-mountaineer-od-check-transmission-light/133156 "2019-01-23T12:49:59Z")

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My o/d off light start flashing and then my check transmission comes on I change the filter and fluid and it dose the same thing what else could it be.

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## [Dielectric grease on spark wire bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dielectric-grease-on-spark-wire-bad/133149)

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**Author:** [@iag360\_141684](https://community.cartalk.com/u/iag360_141684)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 10:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dielectric-grease-on-spark-wire-bad/133149 "2019-01-23T10:31:27Z")

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2004 Kia amanti I have a p0304 and I’ve already changed the spark plug. The ignition coil looks good as well. But is it bad to have this much grease on the metal contact?

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## [2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - pricey intake manifold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-c-class-pricey-intake-manifold/133085)

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**Author:** [@Hazel05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hazel05)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 9:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-c-class-pricey-intake-manifold/133085 "2019-01-23T09:55:42Z")

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the dealer wanted to replace the intake manifold for 2200 on a c230 with 133178 miles. is the normal price to replace

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## [2001 Ford F250 - pack front wheel bearings?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-pack-front-wheel-bearings/133127)

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**Author:** [@timothysittinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timothysittinger)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 4:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-f250-pack-front-wheel-bearings/133127 "2019-01-23T04:05:12Z")

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I have a 2001 ford super duty f-250 diesel two wheel drive with 200400 miles on it!Do I need to pack the frount wheel bearings?

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## [2005 Honda Pilot - Change synthetic based on time?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot-change-synthetic-based-on-time/133137)

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**Author:** [@Roger24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roger24)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 3:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-pilot-change-synthetic-based-on-time/133137 "2019-01-23T03:10:13Z")

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Our 2005 Pilot has 240,000 mi and in good condition still. We just keep it around to loan to people and runs to Home Depot - only about 2,000 mi/yr. I changed the oil in Jan 2018 and still looks good. Do I need to chang…

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## [2007 Buick Rendezvous - finding substitute trans fluid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-rendezvous-finding-substitute-trans-fluid/133132)

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**Author:** [@Michael41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael41)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-buick-rendezvous-finding-substitute-trans-fluid/133132 "2019-01-23T02:26:00Z")

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I am attempting to find a viable substitution for my Rendezvous. everyone specifies AT-216 Synthetic which is very hard to find locally. Please advise.

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## [1998 Honda Civic Sdn Code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-sdn-code/133135)

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**Author:** [@Zhaniauzzle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zhaniauzzle)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-sdn-code/133135 "2019-01-23T02:11:49Z")

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I have a check engine light on with code P0705 transmission range sensor circuit malfunction,what can be the easy way to fix this?

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## [2008 Pontiac Vibe - Seeking rear glass that opens](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-vibe-seeking-rear-glass-that-opens/133107)

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**Author:** [@DonBrewer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonBrewer)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-vibe-seeking-rear-glass-that-opens/133107 "2019-01-23T02:11:25Z")

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I am on my third Pontiac Vibe and since NUMMI is no longer around it will probable be my last. They’re great little cars and the best thing about them other than the 115V plug in the dash is that the rear hatch glass op…

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## [Aftermarket blind spot system for 2016 Kia Sorento](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-blind-spot-system-for-2016-kia-sorento/133140)

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**Author:** [@SheldonKirschbaum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SheldonKirschbaum)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-blind-spot-system-for-2016-kia-sorento/133140 "2019-01-23T02:10:01Z")

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Can I add a blind spot monitoring system as good as a factory system?

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## [2013 Toyota Prius c battery warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-prius-c-battery-warranty/133147)

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**Author:** [@Nancy41](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy41)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-toyota-prius-c-battery-warranty/133147 "2019-01-23T01:01:36Z")

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How long is the battery warranty?

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## [2019 Altima I\_FCW AEB Problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-altima-i-fcw-aeb-problem/133100)

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**Author:** [@esfeld\_147329](https://community.cartalk.com/u/esfeld_147329)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-altima-i-fcw-aeb-problem/133100 "2019-01-23T00:56:31Z")

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Is everything working? I-FCW, AEB ??? I do not think that Intelligent Forward Collision Warning or Automatic Emergency Braking are operable on my new 2019 Altima SL. Dealer says computer checks it out as correct but I h…

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## [2008 Lincoln MKZ - Gas cap cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkz-gas-cap-cover/133123)

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**Author:** [@LeFord](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeFord)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lincoln-mkz-gas-cap-cover/133123 "2019-01-23T00:37:17Z")

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How much would it cost to replace the metal flap on my gas tank on a 08 Lincoln MKZ?

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## [2014 Subaru Forester - Vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-forester-vibrates/133117)

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**Author:** [@Mike20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike20)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-forester-vibrates/133117 "2019-01-23T00:18:08Z")

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My 2014 forester starts to vibrate over 40 mph. Under 40 mph it is okay. Any suggestions? Thank you

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## [2013 Chevrolet Malibu - does it really need a new engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-does-it-really-need-a-new-engine/133087)

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**Author:** [@StacieBeard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StacieBeard)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-malibu-does-it-really-need-a-new-engine/133087 "2019-01-23T00:10:15Z")

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My daughter has a Chevy Malibu Eco with 110381 miles on it. For the past several months it has been shutting off automatically, mostly when she is at a light, sometimes as she is driving. The car always starts right bac…

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## [1994 Toyota Corolla - measuring trans fluid level](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-corolla-measuring-trans-fluid-level/132957)

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**Author:** [@jwds](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jwds)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-corolla-measuring-trans-fluid-level/132957 "2019-01-23T00:06:02Z")

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1994 Toyota Corolla. When I check the transmission fluid while idling, even though I wipe of the stick and reinsert it, the fluid is all over the stick when I try to read it, which makes for a false reading. Can I get …

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## [2000 chrysler sebring oil leak repair help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chrysler-sebring-oil-leak-repair-help/133141)

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**Author:** [@hdth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hdth)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 22, 2019, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-chrysler-sebring-oil-leak-repair-help/133141 "2019-01-22T23:44:13Z")

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Hey guys, so im going into this already with a bit of research but im just posting here to be sure. My sebring has oil leaks and their coming from the camshaft and crankshaft gaskets. Im going to take on this repair my…

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