# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [Four Wheel Drive Service light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-wheel-drive-service-light/76285)

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**Author:** [@ricknmb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ricknmb)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-wheel-drive-service-light/76285 "2018-07-26T01:57:00Z")

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Our 2007 Chevy Tahoe 4 X 4 recently displayed a "Service Four Wheel Drive" panel light a couple of days ago (upon ignition on a sunny, dry day). The light had been steady which, when we read the owners manual, indicate…

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## [Low beams dead - 1992 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-dead-1992-toyota-corolla/121585)

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**Author:** [@Rachel05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rachel05)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 1:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-beams-dead-1992-toyota-corolla/121585 "2018-07-26T01:49:16Z")

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92 Toyota Corolla did low beams will not come on we changed the turn signal switch because that was part of the problem also relay is working new bulbs and fuses are good but no low beams everything else Works everything…

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## [Need help to what the problem is](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-to-what-the-problem-is/121665)

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**Author:** [@Josiah\_Sims](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josiah_Sims)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-to-what-the-problem-is/121665 "2018-07-26T01:20:50Z")

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https://www.icloud.com/iclouddrive/0D\_QHebA7SVN461AAfX87h0dg#IMG\_4551Okay so I bought a Mazda 3 tribute not to long ago and when I hit the gas it makes a noise like “urrrr” can anyone help me figure out what it is…

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## [2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid - scraping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-hybrid-scraping/121543)

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**Author:** [@LaurelCurtis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LaurelCurtis)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-toyota-camry-hybrid-scraping/121543 "2018-07-26T00:55:29Z")

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Hi, We’ve had our car for 7 months. I’m getting used to the “settling” noises a hybrid car makes after turning off the engine, however, there is a grating or scraping sound when backing up or going from idle/stopped posi…

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## [2008 Infiniti G35 transmission dilemma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-g35-transmission-dilemma/121693)

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**Author:** [@NealKenslea](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NealKenslea)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-infiniti-g35-transmission-dilemma/121693 "2018-07-25T21:08:48Z")

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My 2008 Infiniti G35x with 177 k miles needs transmission work. I have 3 choices: have a used transmission w/ 91k miles installed for $2k have tranny rebuilt w/ new parts for $2300. 3.) Get a new car. I bought the ca…

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## [Front end crunch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-crunch/118496)

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**Author:** [@Andre\_Chenier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andre_Chenier)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-crunch/118496 "2018-07-25T21:07:32Z")

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Symptoms: A crunching sound from the front end of the vehicle when a) the vehicle accelerates from start and b) I turn the wheel for a sharp turn. Has not occured while driving The crunch seems to becoming more and …

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## [2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes have to be floored occasionally to stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-have-to-be-floored-occasionally-to-stop/73949)

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**Author:** [@Aspy25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aspy25)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jeep-grand-cherokee-brakes-have-to-be-floored-occasionally-to-stop/73949 "2018-07-25T21:06:21Z")

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My 2004 trail rated Jeep Grand Cherokee has 127,00 miles and has been a great vehicle, but lately I have occasionally found that I have had to push the brake pedal to the floor to get it to stop. This seems to happen aft…

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## [2001 Subaru Forester - Won't start sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-forester-wont-start-sometimes/121647)

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**Author:** [@SuzLeinMD2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzLeinMD2)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-subaru-forester-wont-start-sometimes/121647 "2018-07-25T20:28:10Z")

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car intermittently won’t start Does not make any sound at all when this happens. All electrical things (windows, radio, etc) work just fine. ignition switch? starter? solenoid? How is it diagnosed?

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## [Vehicle speed sensor on replacement transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-speed-sensor-on-replacement-transmission/121472)

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**Author:** [@deegore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/deegore)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-speed-sensor-on-replacement-transmission/121472 "2018-07-25T19:49:19Z")

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Hi everybody, I’m replacing the transmission in a 2008 uplander. I have the replacement transmission all bolted up, and now I noticed the electrical plug on the passenger side doesn’t fit. Searching online it looks li…

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## [2010 Toyota Prius mildew smell after using AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-mildew-smell-after-using-ac/114155)

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**Author:** [@Alex36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alex36)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-toyota-prius-mildew-smell-after-using-ac/114155 "2018-07-25T19:44:51Z")

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Hi! Thank you for the show :slight\_smile: I know you only get questions about vintage and real cars. This one is about hybrid (does not relates to the fuel though). There is one thing both dealer and me can’t sort out. …

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## [2008 Chevrolet HHR - AC help request](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-ac-help-request/121673)

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**Author:** [@axman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/axman)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 6:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-hhr-ac-help-request/121673 "2018-07-25T18:48:49Z")

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where is the drain in the a’c duct? about 4 months ago noticed that the passenger carpet was wet \[thought it was the door gasket\]. then about 2 months ago I sometimes got a squeal when turning the steering wheel \[only…

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## [Can I Alternate Between Types Of Engine Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-alternate-between-types-of-engine-oil/121610)

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**Author:** [@wpollock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wpollock)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-alternate-between-types-of-engine-oil/121610 "2018-07-25T18:40:37Z")

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Will I do any damage to my engine if I switch to either a full or semi-synthetic oil at one oil change and then go back to a conventional oil.All of this of course based on using the recommended weight and viscosity per …

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## [Purge solenoid pigtail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purge-solenoid-pigtail/121676)

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**Author:** [@Hyundoordia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hyundoordia)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 6:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purge-solenoid-pigtail/121676 "2018-07-25T18:37:28Z")

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The check engine light on my 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has been on for months now. After replacing a couple vent control valves my mechanic told me that the issue was a bad purge (or maybe he said perc) solenoid pigtail, he’…

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## [1998 Ford Windstar -AC issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-windstar-ac-issues/121669)

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**Author:** [@lloyd25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lloyd25)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-windstar-ac-issues/121669 "2018-07-25T18:12:05Z")

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ac dose not come out of the dash part time

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## [Rebuild Recommendations - ‘06 Subaru Impreza](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-recommendations-06-subaru-impreza/121629)

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**Author:** [@SubieNewbie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SubieNewbie)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuild-recommendations-06-subaru-impreza/121629 "2018-07-25T17:37:17Z")

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Hi all, so I have a 2006 Subie Impreza with that wonderful headgasket issue (although mine hasn’t hit it yet). I’m looking to prevent it and replace the head gasket, piston rings, and timing belt. but I wanted to ask if …

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## [2007 Lincoln Mark LT - Unreliable starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lincoln-mark-lt-unreliable-starting/121671)

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**Author:** [@Jon24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jon24)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-lincoln-mark-lt-unreliable-starting/121671 "2018-07-25T16:02:06Z")

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My 07 lincoln mark lt fail to start on me and leave me stress out stranded by starting whenever it wants to. At first it would start most of the time and once in a while it wiuld not start to where i have to wait for a f…

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## [Forester transmission fluid change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-transmission-fluid-change/121601)

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**Author:** [@Noelm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noelm)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 3:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-transmission-fluid-change/121601 "2018-07-25T15:42:04Z")

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There is an interesting thread going on Forester forum. Subaru claims that CVT fluid is a lifetime fluid but most of us got a note from Subaru that the transmission warranty is extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles what…

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## [5 ignition coils failing simultaneously?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-ignition-coils-failing-simultaneously/120605)

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**Author:** [@Tessa\_Techentine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tessa_Techentine)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5-ignition-coils-failing-simultaneously/120605 "2018-07-25T15:14:03Z")

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I have a 2002 Honda accord. Ive only had it for a few months. I haven’t had any real issues with it. The other day I left for work and stopped for gas. No problem. As soon as I start the car back up, its thumping and my …

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## [2012 Ford E150 - Wipers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-e150-wipers/121663)

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**Author:** [@JoshuaDugas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoshuaDugas)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-e150-wipers/121663 "2018-07-25T14:39:15Z")

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hi my grand parents has a car wiper that goes off by it self in normally hapens when its cold, but lately its been hapening all the time

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## [Dead short - 2012 Chevrolet Impala](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-short-2012-chevrolet-impala/121619)

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**Author:** [@bill21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bill21)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dead-short-2012-chevrolet-impala/121619 "2018-07-25T14:37:21Z")

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I have a dead short I checked using a 12 v test light between ground terminal and ground wire unhooked from battery old school is there a common cause mine started in heater and air controls

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## [2012 Hyundai Elantra - Airbag lights weird](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-airbag-lights-weird/121658)

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**Author:** [@BarbaraMurphy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BarbaraMurphy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-airbag-lights-weird/121658 "2018-07-25T14:28:14Z")

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Air bag warning light comes on and off

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## [2000 Saturn SL dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-sl-dies/121616)

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**Author:** [@frank48](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frank48)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-sl-dies/121616 "2018-07-25T14:16:51Z")

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car starts up but wont stay dies

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## [2017 Honda CR-V tires wear prematurely](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-tires-wear-prematurely/121634)

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**Author:** [@Amy54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Amy54)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-honda-cr-v-tires-wear-prematurely/121634 "2018-07-25T13:05:29Z")

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Tires wearing prematurely

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## [2014 GMC Sierra 3500 wheels cracked](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-sierra-3500-wheels-cracked/121643)

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**Author:** [@Robert03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert03)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 9:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-gmc-sierra-3500-wheels-cracked/121643 "2018-07-25T09:52:50Z")

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I have had 3 wheels aluminum crack by valve stem but gmc tells me no one else has had that problem!! Has anyone else ever had this problem?

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## [2009 Toyota Tacoma side step](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-side-step/121404)

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**Author:** [@TomTurowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomTurowski)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-tacoma-side-step/121404 "2018-07-25T07:02:38Z")

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Is there any side step available for installation under the front part of the bed, right between the tire and the cabin, similar to the URL (https://www.morris4x4center.com/bestop-trekstep-side-mount-for-double-cab-6-5-8…

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## [Mechanice help please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanice-help-please/121650)

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**Author:** [@Crystal\_Ruiz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crystal_Ruiz)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mechanice-help-please/121650 "2018-07-25T03:24:54Z")

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My honda odyssey wont change gears…it was working fine and now the RPM gage moves but the speedometer is not…whats wrong with it?

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## [Is my transmission doomed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-transmission-doomed/121595)

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**Author:** [@andrea.h6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrea.h6)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-transmission-doomed/121595 "2018-07-25T03:20:02Z")

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So, I have an 03 chevy silverado. Just out of the blue it started having trouble shifting. It takes it a couple seconds to get moving from a complete stop… Like, I could be pressing the gas normally and the engine just r…

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## [Removing water stains from interior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-water-stains-from-interior/121638)

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**Author:** [@Marianne21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marianne21)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-water-stains-from-interior/121638 "2018-07-25T02:50:39Z")

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I have a 2016 Honda HRV with grey interior and the seats are stained from just water - any suggestions on removing the stains? I have called Honda and went to 2 dealers but they could not offer any assistance - Thanks

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## [2007 Saturn Aura rain leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-aura-rain-leak/121645)

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**Author:** [@Bev38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bev38)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-aura-rain-leak/121645 "2018-07-25T02:14:44Z")

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Windows are up, car is parked outside. Whenever it rains heavily, the floor of the front is completely soaked, both passenger and driver sides. Mats soaked clear through, water squishes under my feet. Where is the wate…

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## [AC compressor stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stopped-working/121646)

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**Author:** [@Christopher\_Burkard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christopher_Burkard)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 25, 2018, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-compressor-stopped-working/121646 "2018-07-25T01:55:39Z")

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Hello, all. I’ve got an issue with my AC. Current issue: AC does not blow cold. I can hear/feel that the compressor is not turning on. Background below. Background: Approximately a year ago, my AC was working only inte…

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