# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2011 MINI Cooper S - low fuel rack pressure code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mini-cooper-s-low-fuel-rack-pressure-code/192403)

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**Author:** [@ManS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ManS)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2023, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mini-cooper-s-low-fuel-rack-pressure-code/192403 "2023-08-23T12:31:35Z")

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I got the “low fuel rack pressure” code. After a wile the car stalled in the highway. After 5min I was able to start and run it with no problem. 2nd time it happen I got to my mechanic and he replaced the low pressure fu…

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## [2010 Equinox P0443](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-equinox-p0443/179897)

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**Author:** [@bandkbuttrum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bandkbuttrum)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2023, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-equinox-p0443/179897 "2023-08-22T23:56:29Z")

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Hey yall. I hope somebody can help me out here. I have a 2010 Chevy Equinox LS. I had a few codes being thrown so I replaced both 02 sensors, the MAF sensor, and the purge solenoid. Now it’s worse than ever and my check …

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## [2006 Toyota Tacoma - could cats be clogged?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-could-cats-be-clogged/192405)

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**Author:** [@tacoboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tacoboy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2023, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-tacoma-could-cats-be-clogged/192405 "2023-08-22T21:56:45Z")

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check engine light on when i clear code truck runs better like its lost power sounds rough could cats be clogged

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## [2011 BMW E91 suddenly loose steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-e91-suddenly-loose-steering/192185)

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**Author:** [@emils\_mazais](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emils_mazais)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2023, 4:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-bmw-e91-suddenly-loose-steering/192185 "2023-08-22T16:53:26Z")

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Hi, When driving yesterday, I suddenly noticed that the steering has become looser than it usually is and that the whole car feels a bit like it’s “swimming” or “floating”, meaning that the steering is not nearly as dir…

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## [1998 Blazer possibly burning oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-blazer-possibly-burning-oil/192179)

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**Author:** [@anthony\_donsante\_186347](https://community.cartalk.com/u/anthony_donsante_186347)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2023, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-blazer-possibly-burning-oil/192179 "2023-08-22T14:09:45Z")

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Hello, all! I have a 1998 Chevy Blazer with about 123,000 miles on it (I’m the original owner). Currently, it gets driven about once a week. When I started it last weekend, the engine started off running kind of rough…

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## [2016 Tucson needs new Catalytic converter & burns lots of oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-tucson-needs-new-catalytic-converter-burns-lots-of-oil/166932)

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**Author:** [@bevyg1\_168878](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bevyg1_168878)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2023, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-tucson-needs-new-catalytic-converter-burns-lots-of-oil/166932 "2023-08-22T00:51:49Z")

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My 2016 Hyundai Tucson has been burning lots of oil. I told them at the dealership & they said just to add oil when needed between changes. Now the Catalytic converter went, could either issue have caused the other? They…

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## [Clunk noise when steering but heard only from inside of the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunk-noise-when-steering-but-heard-only-from-inside-of-the-car/192395)

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**Author:** [@dean.krb\_182975](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dean.krb_182975)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunk-noise-when-steering-but-heard-only-from-inside-of-the-car/192395 "2023-08-21T23:47:44Z")

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Hey guys, i was just wandering if anyone faced the same issue as title says. Basicly when turning the wheel more than half the circle, no matter if stationary or driving, you can hear single soft clunks every few degrees…

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## [2013 Infiniti QX56 - stuck in 4WD after flushed transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-infiniti-qx56-stuck-in-4wd-after-flushed-transmission/192393)

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**Author:** [@LarryAinsworth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryAinsworth)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-infiniti-qx56-stuck-in-4wd-after-flushed-transmission/192393 "2023-08-21T22:27:01Z")

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8/21/23. After the local Infinity service and repair shop flushed and changed the transmission fluid in our QX56, 5 miles later the truck is stuck in 4WD and is very jerky (undrivable). We had the vehicle towed back to t…

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## [2016 Nissan Rogue - loud whining when slowing down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-rogue-loud-whining-when-slowing-down/192381)

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**Author:** [@loweboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loweboy)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-rogue-loud-whining-when-slowing-down/192381 "2023-08-21T17:43:54Z")

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LOUD WHINING WHEN YOU START SLOWING DOwn

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## [Ford escape going into limp mode](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-going-into-limp-mode/192390)

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**Author:** [@Redneckbrigham\_186518](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Redneckbrigham_186518)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escape-going-into-limp-mode/192390 "2023-08-21T06:21:21Z")

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Hey guys, its my first time posting on here and I thought id try to get some insight into what I should do for my car. Itll drive fine for awhile and then ill lose acceleration and itll go into limp mode. When I pull ove…

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## [Car wheels make strange sounds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wheels-make-strange-sounds/192362)

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**Author:** [@chuaronald\_186499](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chuaronald_186499)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 21, 2023, 3:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wheels-make-strange-sounds/192362 "2023-08-21T03:25:56Z")

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Hi, I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey. Started driving it today after not driving it for 2 months. There’s a strange sound now, which I suspect are from the wheels. Didn’t have this sound previously. Can anyone help me underst…

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## [1988 Nissan d21 bogs dn when accelerated](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-nissan-d21-bogs-dn-when-accelerated/192347)

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**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1988-nissan-d21-bogs-dn-when-accelerated/192347 "2023-08-20T20:30:49Z")

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I replaced the fuel filter and no luck. Should I try injector cleaner and fill up with premium gas? Should I replace the fuel pump, air filter, plugs and wires? Ecu thingy? It is a 1988 nissan 6 cyl. Need help in ba…

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## [Subwoofer instead of speaker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subwoofer-instead-of-speaker/192197)

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**Author:** [@TyuTheSavage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TyuTheSavage)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subwoofer-instead-of-speaker/192197 "2023-08-20T17:25:39Z")

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Hey, recently I found out that I have a Philips subwoofer and wondered about using it in my car. Instead of using new wires and all that, I was hoping that the subwoofer can be connected instead of a speaker that I got i…

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## [2010 Chevrolet Impala - new rumble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-new-rumble/192376)

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**Author:** [@DazedandConfused40](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DazedandConfused40)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-impala-new-rumble/192376 "2023-08-20T16:25:56Z")

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Mechanic told Me catalytic converter was okay. I had everything else put in new from the Cat back . Now the car is louder and very noticeable. Even has a rumbling sound when starting out. What could be causing this.

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## [2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK Class has to shut off to get out of reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class-has-to-shut-off-to-get-out-of-reverse/192322)

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**Author:** [@george58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/george58)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 1:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-glk-class-has-to-shut-off-to-get-out-of-reverse/192322 "2023-08-20T13:11:03Z")

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2014 GLK From reverse I try to put it into Drive and it stays in Reverse…I have to turn the car off then everything works has happened a few times???

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## [My engine oil dipstick melted. Why did this happen? What should I do?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-oil-dipstick-melted-why-did-this-happen-what-should-i-do/192268)

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**Author:** [@CalmnCool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CalmnCool)\
**Replies:** 55\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-engine-oil-dipstick-melted-why-did-this-happen-what-should-i-do/192268 "2023-08-20T13:06:34Z")

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I had my engine oil changed about 1,700 miles ago. I checked my oil level after 1,000 miles. The dipstick was fine and the oil level was normal. The entire 1,700 miles I put on the car were done within the past 2 weeks.…

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## [Car dashboard overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dashboard-overheating/192365)

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**Author:** [@Noggo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noggo)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2023, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dashboard-overheating/192365 "2023-08-20T11:53:25Z")

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Hello. My car is a Ford Focus 2005. a few weeks back it started leaking and we located the problem, it was from the radiator. My brother and I spent the weekend fixing it, we thought it had cracked but it was only one …

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## [Car starts and dies immediately and starts in second try](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-dies-immediately-and-starts-in-second-try/192351)

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**Author:** [@qlpertunga\_186491](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qlpertunga_186491)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-dies-immediately-and-starts-in-second-try/192351 "2023-08-19T23:13:51Z")

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Hi, I have a 2010 Toyota Corolla with 115k miles. For the last 2 months my car starts and dies and starts in second try. This is not happening every time. Usually it starts in first try. I use my car everyday and this ha…

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## [2002 Chrysler Sebring LX 2.7 engine makes clicking noises with no key in the ignition and doesn't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-sebring-lx-2-7-engine-makes-clicking-noises-with-no-key-in-the-ignition-and-doesnt-start/192372)

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**Author:** [@murat.bilgic\_186509](https://community.cartalk.com/u/murat.bilgic_186509)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-chrysler-sebring-lx-2-7-engine-makes-clicking-noises-with-no-key-in-the-ignition-and-doesnt-start/192372 "2023-08-19T22:56:37Z")

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My son has a 2002 Chrysler Sebring which stopped starting couple of day ago. Opening the hood, we noticed this weird clicking/grinding noises comes from the engine even when there is no key in the ignition. Via trial and…

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## [P0420 code still coming back](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-still-coming-back/109697)

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**Author:** [@BrandiHank](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrandiHank)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0420-code-still-coming-back/109697 "2023-08-19T22:49:56Z")

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I own a 2010 GMC Yukon XL Denali that keeps throwing a P0420 code. I am at the point of just getting rid of it because we can’t seem to get any help actually getting it fixed. It started throwing this code a few months a…

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## [2014 Hyundai Elantra - how do I know work gets done?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-know-work-gets-done/192367)

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**Author:** [@NancyBain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NancyBain)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-hyundai-elantra-how-do-i-know-work-gets-done/192367 "2023-08-19T21:32:54Z")

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I received notice from Hyundai for two recalls: Anti theft software update and Rust Preventive V/undercoating Aero. I took the car in July 13, 2023, for that service at the Hyundai dealer . But how do I know they actuall…

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## [2017 Lincoln MKC - loud noise from speaker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-loud-noise-from-speaker/192360)

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**Author:** [@ladyjane](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladyjane)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-lincoln-mkc-loud-noise-from-speaker/192360 "2023-08-19T16:54:04Z")

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when entering the vehicle, the screen (back up camera) scrolls "system shut down to conserve battery. I wait for it to finish booting up. Then, when I press the start button, a very, very loud boom noise comes from the …

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## [Heater Core - Sweet Smell Won't Go Away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core-sweet-smell-wont-go-away/192298)

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**Author:** [@BOuLDeR7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BOuLDeR7)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heater-core-sweet-smell-wont-go-away/192298 "2023-08-19T14:30:39Z")

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I just purchased a 2005 Pontiac Vibe. There is a sweet smell coming from the vents when I turn the heat on that’s really strong and making me feel sick. My initial though is the heater core is leaking. The mechanic di…

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## [Costco's "Lifetime" warranty is now 5 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/costcos-lifetime-warranty-is-now-5-years/192330)

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**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2023, 12:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/costcos-lifetime-warranty-is-now-5-years/192330 "2023-08-19T00:07:02Z")

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I took a tire in for repair today at Costco. The new road hazard warranty is only for 5 years as that is considered a lifetime for a tire. My tire was over 5 years old but was repaired anyway because I bought it before…

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## [Confusing Idle Speed Spec for 92 Corolla?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-idle-speed-spec-for-92-corolla/192246)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/confusing-idle-speed-spec-for-92-corolla/192246 "2023-08-18T21:28:43Z")

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92 Toyota Corolla, 4afe engine, manual trans, purchased new in Calif The factory service manual says the idle rpm spec is 700 rpm, and ignition timing should be set at 700 rpm. The emissions sticker on the underside …

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## [Car periodically won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-periodically-wont-start/69144)

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**Author:** [@ladycyg\_184794](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladycyg_184794)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 18, 2023, 2:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-periodically-wont-start/69144 "2023-08-18T14:57:43Z")

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see the log (with videos): https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AlCWupQnWu2CdExhYzRxcDRyZjhzU0VSTVBUbENTaGc Every time the mechanic tried to start it worked just fine. It appeared to happen more under the foll…

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## [2005 Chrysler Sebring - fuses keep blowing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-fuses-keep-blowing/192315)

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**Author:** [@Phillters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phillters)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 8:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-sebring-fuses-keep-blowing/192315 "2023-08-17T20:14:29Z")

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outside remote mirror adjuster button, inside trunk release button, powe lock button on door, inside lighting, radio and remote keyless flob not working. am=ny ideas? checked # 5 fuse inside car, was good. worked for awh…

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## [2020 Hyundai Genesis - another leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-genesis-another-leak/192327)

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**Author:** [@Mimosa345](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mimosa345)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-hyundai-genesis-another-leak/192327 "2023-08-17T20:11:23Z")

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This is the third time that I have had a “leak”…somewhere? water pooling behind drivers seat and in trunk area on the drivers side as well. First time, I thought maybe I had left something open during rain. Second tim…

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## [2006 Chrysler 300 - alternator trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-alternator-trouble/192332)

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**Author:** [@Adaryl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adaryl)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chrysler-300-alternator-trouble/192332 "2023-08-17T16:01:13Z")

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I’m having a problem with my 2006 Chrysler 300 Touring. My alternator isnt charging up my battery both are brand new when i turn the car on i put my voltage meter on it to check the voltage the meter goes down instead of…

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## [B0058 Passenger Pretensioner Deployment Loop Open 2007 Saturn Vue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b0058-passenger-pretensioner-deployment-loop-open-2007-saturn-vue/192256)

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**Author:** [@bobl61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobl61)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [August 17, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/b0058-passenger-pretensioner-deployment-loop-open-2007-saturn-vue/192256 "2023-08-17T15:34:26Z")

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Vehicle: 2007 Saturn Vue 3.5L The airbag light stays on. Scan tool shows “B0058 - Right Front/Passenger Pretensioner Deployment Loop Open”. I checked all the connections under both seats. I found a broken connector unde…

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