# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=698

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## [Muted new horn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muted-new-horn/132844)

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**Author:** [@danpinotti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danpinotti)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muted-new-horn/132844 "2019-01-18T18:14:41Z")

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Dodge w100 Dodge w1 My (new) horn works intermittently. It does not work hardly at all if the wheel is turned sharply. Often the contacts (SWITCH?) ine steering wheel ( with cover off) spark as if there is a short.

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## [1983 Chevrolet S-10 retrofitting question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-chevrolet-s-10-retrofitting-question/132565)

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**Author:** [@ChristinaDuarte](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristinaDuarte)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1983-chevrolet-s-10-retrofitting-question/132565 "2019-01-18T17:12:31Z")

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Have a 22R engine & looking to buy a dead, (but very cheap), '83 Chevy S-10 for it. Am wondering if adapter will be needed for transmission as '82 Toyota was 2WD or any other major retrofitting issues?

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## [1993 Mazda 929 flashing hold light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-mazda-929-flashing-hold-light/132908)

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**Author:** [@JohnFesti](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnFesti)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-mazda-929-flashing-hold-light/132908 "2019-01-18T16:38:54Z")

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Hold light flashes (won’t start )

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## [Honda CR-V 2005 making 'gulping' sound at rear of vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cr-v-2005-making-gulping-sound-at-rear-of-vehicle/132905)

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**Author:** [@brennan.joel.pratt\_147180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brennan.joel.pratt_147180)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cr-v-2005-making-gulping-sound-at-rear-of-vehicle/132905 "2019-01-18T16:36:04Z")

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Last night I entered my garage in the car and thought I’d run over a cat, and was hearing its last desperate gasps of air. The sound was stronger than what I imagine a cat might produce, but it set me off. After looking …

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## [2010 Chevrolet Camaro won't downshift into 1st and 2nd](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-camaro-wont-downshift-into-1st-and-2nd/132863)

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**Author:** [@Kennethbaucom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennethbaucom)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 1:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-camaro-wont-downshift-into-1st-and-2nd/132863 "2019-01-18T01:51:40Z")

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Manual transmission won’t down shift into 2nd &1st gear

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## [Slid into a guardrail, one front tire is turned slightly while the other is straight](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slid-into-a-guardrail-one-front-tire-is-turned-slightly-while-the-other-is-straight/132808)

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**Author:** [@Rickyspencer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rickyspencer)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/slid-into-a-guardrail-one-front-tire-is-turned-slightly-while-the-other-is-straight/132808 "2019-01-18T15:49:43Z")

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Hyuandai Sonata LX 2006 A few days ago i slid into a guardrail on an icy road. I was going about 10mph and slid sideways into the guardrail for about 10 ft before i could gain control of the vehicle again. After i slid …

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## [2009 GMC Canyon traction fault message - safe issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-canyon-traction-fault-message-safe-issue/132849)

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**Author:** [@BarbaraRice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarbaraRice)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-canyon-traction-fault-message-safe-issue/132849 "2019-01-18T15:47:21Z")

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traction fault message, dealership cannot find parts, tried 2 reconditioned parts that did not work. Is this safe to drive while waiting for new parts? only 15,000 mi on vehicle, dealership has had it for 6 weeks!!

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## [2008 Chevrolet Uplander - sudden problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-uplander-sudden-problems/132875)

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**Author:** [@Michael24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael24)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 1:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-uplander-sudden-problems/132875 "2019-01-18T13:18:13Z")

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After reading about all of the owners of Uplanders having so many different and recurring major problems like blown xmissions, engines simply stopping while driving, rear sliding doors breaking, self opening and falling …

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## [Getting snow off the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-snow-off-the-car/75777)

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**Author:** [@exileonmaplest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/exileonmaplest)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 11:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-snow-off-the-car/75777 "2019-01-18T11:42:49Z")

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My husband and I are having a debate about getting snow off the car. We got 3 or 4 inches of snow today and while he was at work, I used the snow brush part of a scraper/brush combo to wipe the snow off of our new used c…

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## [Can the Idle Air Control cause a kick when shifting?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-idle-air-control-cause-a-kick-when-shifting/80884)

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**Author:** [@Carlos\_Danger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carlos_Danger)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 9:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-idle-air-control-cause-a-kick-when-shifting/80884 "2019-01-18T09:58:09Z")

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So I have a 2002 Kia Spectra. I know the IAC has needed replaced for a while but It hasn't really been a n issue at all until today. So last night my car's transmission started to kick when shifting gears. Mostly betwe…

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## [Heavy rain. Car won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heavy-rain-car-wont-start/132837)

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**Author:** [@Sergio\_Salas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sergio_Salas)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 9:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heavy-rain-car-wont-start/132837 "2019-01-18T09:47:42Z")

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During this ongoing heavy rain I accidentally ran into more than a couple big puddles. I drive a 92 Honda civic lx. Obvious electrical malfunctions started that’s a given. But now my car wont start without a jumpstart. T…

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## [Engine cuts off then back on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cuts-off-then-back-on/132740)

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**Author:** [@George\_McConnaughy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_McConnaughy)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 9:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-cuts-off-then-back-on/132740 "2019-01-18T09:37:48Z")

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Hyundai elantra 2003, engine will cut off when driving but will come back on. It is almost like turning a light switch on and off. It will run fine for days then it starts cutting off and on. When it is cold it seems wo…

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## [2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Uses oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-silverado-1500-uses-oil/132762)

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**Author:** [@LarryDCooper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryDCooper)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 6:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-silverado-1500-uses-oil/132762 "2019-01-18T06:11:01Z")

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Truck using lot oil. No leaks not burning,no smoke

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## [Oil light E46](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-e46/130973)

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**Author:** [@JG46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JG46)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light-e46/130973 "2019-01-18T05:34:14Z")

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Hello everyone, I changed my oil in my E46 316i last week (this time with the correct oil). 500km later and my yellow oil light starts acting up. It goes on sometimes after I shut off the engine and it goes off after 10…

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## [Popping noise when accelerating and turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popping-noise-when-accelerating-and-turning/132858)

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**Author:** [@evanhurt\_147155](https://community.cartalk.com/u/evanhurt_147155)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 5:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/popping-noise-when-accelerating-and-turning/132858 "2019-01-18T05:26:28Z")

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I am working on my step dad’s 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (V8, 4WD, quadra trac II, 200,000 miles) Initial symptoms were repetitive popping noise when accelerating and turning(both left and right). When I would let …

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## [2006 Saturn Vue interior lights come on while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-saturn-vue-interior-lights-come-on-while-driving/132806)

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**Author:** [@GlynisFalls](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GlynisFalls)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-saturn-vue-interior-lights-come-on-while-driving/132806 "2019-01-18T04:03:57Z")

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Interior compartment lights came on while driving. Won’t shut off, even after car is parked

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## [The mysterious gas pedal "Peep"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mysterious-gas-pedal-peep/132859)

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**Author:** [@Broke\_joe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Broke_joe)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mysterious-gas-pedal-peep/132859 "2019-01-18T03:44:24Z")

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I finally have a truck! And it works! My 2016 Sierra 1500 4x4 has been a dream since I got it about a year ago. I am finally starting to turn it into the adventure-mobile i have always wanted. In the last few weeks or …

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## [Should I warm up my 1992 Honda Accord before driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-warm-up-my-1992-honda-accord-before-driving/132871)

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**Author:** [@ceciliacalabrese](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ceciliacalabrese)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-warm-up-my-1992-honda-accord-before-driving/132871 "2019-01-18T03:43:41Z")

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my Honda is 27 years old. same rule for warmup a minute or two?

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## [Hello guys, i am looking for car software](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-guys-i-am-looking-for-car-software/132833)

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**Author:** [@chestblowlance\_147135](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chestblowlance_147135)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hello-guys-i-am-looking-for-car-software/132833 "2019-01-17T23:18:14Z")

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Hi, i am looking for software or any webpage with some pictures or 3d sculptures showing which part of the car fits where and so on. Anyone can help? i want a free one or any which can be cracked

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## [2015 Dodge Dart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-dart/132843)

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**Author:** [@RobertWLeeJr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertWLeeJr)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-dart/132843 "2019-01-17T21:54:30Z")

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i have a 2015 dodge dart that the gpc has stopped working.

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## [2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Tire Pressure changes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-1500-tire-pressure-changes/132774)

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**Author:** [@Jonathon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jonathon)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-silverado-1500-tire-pressure-changes/132774 "2019-01-17T18:14:42Z")

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So my truck tires i had 38 psi put in them, in the morning 3 tires drop down to 34. One drops down to 35 by the time i get to work the psi goes up to 38. Is this normal i know it gets cold but should it really drop that …

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## [2013 Hyundai Elantra GT - Ticking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-gt-ticking/132828)

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**Author:** [@Tiffany53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tiffany53)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 4:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-gt-ticking/132828 "2019-01-17T16:12:55Z")

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So I purchased my 2013 Hyundai GT used with 48k miles and was still under warranty. Now at just a little over 60k miles ans it has developed a ticking noise. After reading many comments this seems to be a problem with t…

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## [2002 Toyota Highlander - Can I add zip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-can-i-add-zip/132824)

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**Author:** [@GeneG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeneG)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-can-i-add-zip/132824 "2019-01-17T17:35:54Z")

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Decided to keep 2002 Highlander as 2nd car, looking to add a little zip, need performance upgrade advice.

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## [2002 Toyota Highlander VSC light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-vsc-light/127366)

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**Author:** [@GeneG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GeneG)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-vsc-light/127366 "2019-01-17T16:03:55Z")

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Engine warning light, etc. Took car to dealer (mistake) they reset the warning lights and a few days later they came back on. Dealer says I have a leak in the pipes going into and out of the catalytic converter. They …

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## [Replacing a Timing Belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-timing-belt/130496)

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**Author:** [@Ttinsley5252\_145603](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ttinsley5252_145603)\
**Replies:** 45\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-timing-belt/130496 "2019-01-17T15:43:20Z")

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Hello. Can someone give me a reasonable price of what it would cost to replace a Timing Belt? Thanks inadvance.

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## [2005 Honda Civic Sdn - sending unit code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-sdn-sending-unit-code/132791)

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**Author:** [@Diane\_Faverty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diane_Faverty)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-sdn-sending-unit-code/132791 "2019-01-17T14:51:05Z")

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I have a 2005 honda civic ex the check engine light came on the code read it was a piece that had the oil sending part with it and it was put in cleared the code drove less than d miles the light came back on and had the…

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## [2010 Chevrolet Impala - What's Magnasteer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-whats-magnasteer/132793)

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**Author:** [@GloriaAHaycraft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GloriaAHaycraft)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 2:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-whats-magnasteer/132793 "2019-01-17T14:40:52Z")

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what is magnasteer and for what cars

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## [2012 Hyundai Elantra backup camera](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-backup-camera/132819)

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**Author:** [@tony48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tony48)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-backup-camera/132819 "2019-01-17T14:33:54Z")

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the back up camera comes on but will but will not show a picture

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## [2012 Toyota Prius - all dash lights come on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-all-dash-lights-come-on/132816)

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**Author:** [@prasad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/prasad)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-prius-all-dash-lights-come-on/132816 "2019-01-17T13:42:22Z")

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all dash lights comes on for my toyota prius check light n other lights n car starts to run on engine battery cut off

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## [2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer - popping sounds when turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-popping-sounds-when-turning/132799)

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**Author:** [@edward55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/edward55)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chevrolet-trailblazer-popping-sounds-when-turning/132799 "2019-01-17T12:30:03Z")

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loud popping,snapping sound when making l or r turns

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