# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [2019 Ford Ranger - Problem after spraying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-ranger-problem-after-spraying/191670)

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**Author:** [@Oscar26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oscar26)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-ranger-problem-after-spraying/191670 "2023-07-13T22:05:46Z")

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I have a 2019 Ranger XTR that has the same problem. I had the switch cleaned once only for the fault to return 6 months later. I too live in a cold snowy climate and I get my autos sprayed seasonally. Of all the autos I …

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## [Deleted OBD2 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deleted-obd2-code/191645)

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**Author:** [@jlmorrison2\_185983](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jlmorrison2_185983)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 5:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deleted-obd2-code/191645 "2023-07-13T17:24:48Z")

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Hi All The check engine light came on in my 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. I used my code reader and got U0001 and then there was another code on the second page which I didn’t write down. I thought it was an older code…

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## [2012 GMC Terrain - Sunroof leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-sunroof-leak/191659)

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**Author:** [@TOMrBRADLEY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TOMrBRADLEY)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-gmc-terrain-sunroof-leak/191659 "2023-07-13T14:56:17Z")

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sunroof leak on drivers side

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## [No turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-turn-over/191665)

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**Author:** [@vjohnson2127\_178574](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vjohnson2127_178574)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-turn-over/191665 "2023-07-13T13:16:05Z")

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2000 Ford Taurus car’s been running great I had no problems with it go out to start it yesterday morning and it just cranks and cranks change the fuses for fuel pump relay still nothing Any suggestion would be wonderful…

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## [Does waxing your car ruin the factory clear coat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-waxing-your-car-ruin-the-factory-clear-coat/110589)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [June 1, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-waxing-your-car-ruin-the-factory-clear-coat/110589 "2023-06-01T22:46:49Z")

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Good day, folks! This question may have been asked before. I actually searched to see if it was. I am not yet familiarized with the site’s functionality and its features, so I didn’t happen to find a thread on this to…

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## [Scraping sound from rear end](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-sound-from-rear-end/191499)

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**Author:** [@lmh\_users-groups\_185763](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lmh_users-groups_185763)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scraping-sound-from-rear-end/191499 "2023-07-13T02:21:48Z")

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Hello, I am in the process of finishing up a muffler change on my 2010 Grand Caravan and have a new issue. I don’t know if it’s related to the repair or not. I am hearing a scraping sound from the rear end that can be …

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## [Fluid exchanges on 16-year old car - Ill-advised?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fluid-exchanges-on-16-year-old-car-ill-advised/191398)

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**Author:** [@apagodz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/apagodz)\
**Replies:** 59\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fluid-exchanges-on-16-year-old-car-ill-advised/191398 "2023-07-13T02:20:56Z")

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2007 Chevy Malibu, Automatic Transmission, 6-cylinder, 3.5l, 40k miles Hey, so this is kind of a two-for-one, but they share a common thread, so hopefully this is acceptable, I felt it was better than two separate posts…

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## [Replacing cabin filter in Nissan Versa 2010](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-cabin-filter-in-nissan-versa-2010/191363)

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**Author:** [@mercury07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mercury07)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2023, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-cabin-filter-in-nissan-versa-2010/191363 "2023-07-13T00:53:13Z")

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I tried to remove the cabin filter as seen on youtube videos but the filter stays stuck in the plastic clip, is there any other way besides braking the plastic clip which snaps in the filter- I used pliers trying to mo…

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## [2018 Civic Battery Keeps Dying (3rd battery)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-civic-battery-keeps-dying-3rd-battery/191615)

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**Author:** [@Littlebaby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Littlebaby)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 10:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-civic-battery-keeps-dying-3rd-battery/191615 "2023-07-12T22:58:37Z")

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Hi I have had to change my civic battery 3 times now in the past 5 years. My battery died today and I figure that I need to find out what’s wrong. The AAA guy who gave me a boost, ran a B2Q test on my battery and it came…

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## [Exhaust Back Pressure - is it possible to have none when the engine is running?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-back-pressure-is-it-possible-to-have-none-when-the-engine-is-running/191650)

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**Author:** [@DIYWrencher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIYWrencher)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 10:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/exhaust-back-pressure-is-it-possible-to-have-none-when-the-engine-is-running/191650 "2023-07-12T22:41:28Z")

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Having used two different exhaust pressure test kits, and having found NO back pressure (according to the two gauges), I am left wondering if this is abnormal or even possible? I expected high back pressure but have mea…

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## [Car needs new engine and transmission mounts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-needs-new-engine-and-transmission-mounts/191616)

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**Author:** [@daluu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/daluu)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-needs-new-engine-and-transmission-mounts/191616 "2023-07-12T22:05:18Z")

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This video was recorded and given to me from the car shop: Hyundai Accent 2009 engine mount issue - YouTube. I just put it on Youtube for my own reference. The shop recommended replacing the engine and transmission mount…

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## [My truck won't reverse. Should i fix this myself?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-truck-wont-reverse-should-i-fix-this-myself/191618)

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**Author:** [@nhood87\_185964](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nhood87_185964)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 1:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-truck-wont-reverse-should-i-fix-this-myself/191618 "2023-07-12T13:27:22Z")

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My 1994 2wd Ford Ranger 2.3L automatic won’t go in reverse. I heard a clunk backing up. It sounds like it could be the band in the transmission breaking. The transmission fluid is fine. I’m not very knowledgeable, but i…

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## [Grinding sound in park in neutral](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-sound-in-park-in-neutral/191636)

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**Author:** [@Justcreepz\_185980](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justcreepz_185980)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 11:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-sound-in-park-in-neutral/191636 "2023-07-12T11:58:29Z")

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Under the hood there’s a distinct grinding sound only in park and neutral. It’s an automatic transmission. Fluid is fine. Can feel slight vibrations In the gear shifter but no slipping and the car drives fine. Maybe I’m …

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## [Long crank on cold start petrol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-crank-on-cold-start-petrol/191534)

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**Author:** [@MilanS02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MilanS02)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 10:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-crank-on-cold-start-petrol/191534 "2023-07-12T10:59:42Z")

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I have a 2000 Opel/vauxhall tigra 1.6 16v and I have few problems. On a cold start it cranks for a bit and then starts hardly but if I shut it down and try to start it again it starts right up, and then so on. Like it d…

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## [Four new tires for one flat?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-new-tires-for-one-flat/191507)

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**Author:** [@volker.blum\_185883](https://community.cartalk.com/u/volker.blum_185883)\
**Replies:** 34\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-new-tires-for-one-flat/191507 "2023-07-12T05:33:52Z")

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Hi, I’d be grateful for any advice. We have a leased Tesla MY, with 10 months to go on the lease, 32k miles. One of the tires is now flat. Tesla has Roadside Assistance and would usually take us to the nearest Tesla se…

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## [2015 Ford F-150 - Now the warranty problem is my problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f-150-now-the-warranty-problem-is-my-problem/191597)

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**Author:** [@Disappointed28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Disappointed28)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2023, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f-150-now-the-warranty-problem-is-my-problem/191597 "2023-07-12T03:14:25Z")

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I have a 2015 F150 that has had FOUR oil pans on it and the FOURTH one is leaking. It has 36,686 miles on it. So far the dealership has covered the repairs as the first one was under warranty but no oil pan has lasted 8,…

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## [Dealer parts without dealer prices for Hondas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-parts-without-dealer-prices-for-hondas/191619)

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**Author:** [@grudzibp\_185943](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grudzibp_185943)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-parts-without-dealer-prices-for-hondas/191619 "2023-07-11T22:40:15Z")

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Where do you suggest purchasing OEM genuine parts for Hondas without going to an overpriced Honda dealer? Any reliable websites?

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## [2015 Lincoln MKZ - Hard to start after refueling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-mkz-hard-to-start-after-refueling/191626)

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**Author:** [@MelDeJournett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MelDeJournett)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-lincoln-mkz-hard-to-start-after-refueling/191626 "2023-07-11T21:00:26Z")

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after each fill up, I have difficulty getting my Lincoln MKZ-2015 to start. I have to rev the engine several times to keep it running. What’s the problem ??!!!

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## [Can you help me identify this Prius brake noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-help-me-identify-this-prius-brake-noise/191542)

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**Author:** [@Bcw561\_185884](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bcw561_185884)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 1:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-help-me-identify-this-prius-brake-noise/191542 "2023-07-11T13:45:44Z")

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Hello, maybe 6-7 months ago this noise started. Someone was renting my car for the past 5 months and it seems to still be working fine, but my dad has me concerned about the long term effects. Can anyone identify this is…

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## [TPMS Help, New Sensor, Still Error Codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-help-new-sensor-still-error-codes/191610)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2023, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-help-new-sensor-still-error-codes/191610 "2023-07-11T00:30:32Z")

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2014 Acura TSX, ~107,000 miles. I was getting TPMS error codes 36 and 38. I believe they may have been the original sensors, but not entirely sure, unknown maintenance. But know that the previous owner brought it to the…

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## [Cutting off sway bar links?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cutting-off-sway-bar-links/191312)

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**Author:** [@jim\_173505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim_173505)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cutting-off-sway-bar-links/191312 "2023-07-10T23:04:27Z")

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I see videos to cut off stuck sway bar end links but how would the ones I have come off if the shaft seems larger than the holes on the fork and sway bar. If I cut the area circled in white, it looks like the shaft on t…

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## [2014 Ford Transit Connect Sliding Door Issues-Child Saftey Lock Engaged-Latch Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-transit-connect-sliding-door-issues-child-saftey-lock-engaged-latch-problems/164592)

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**Author:** [@davidrossauto](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidrossauto)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 8:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-transit-connect-sliding-door-issues-child-saftey-lock-engaged-latch-problems/164592 "2023-07-10T20:59:53Z")

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Thanks in advance for any input. Greatly appreciated! What a nightmare Uhgg. :wink: 2014 Ford Transit Connect Passanger XLT Sliding Rear Door Issues. I’ll try not to be too long winded yet hopefully leaving enough det…

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## [2006 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - How long will engine last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-how-long-will-engine-last/191552)

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**Author:** [@sharon49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sharon49)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-how-long-will-engine-last/191552 "2023-07-10T20:25:38Z")

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the car has high kms want to know wat is the highest or at what point wil a new engine need to be

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## [1999 Cadillac DeVille - I need a new button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cadillac-deville-i-need-a-new-button/191578)

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**Author:** [@EarvinHaynes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EarvinHaynes)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 5:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-cadillac-deville-i-need-a-new-button/191578 "2023-07-10T17:10:37Z")

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In need of a replacement hazardous warning button ( red or tan color )…

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## [Is tension lost on a broken spring while still on a car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-tension-lost-on-a-broken-spring-while-still-on-a-car/191281)

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**Author:** [@jim\_173505](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim_173505)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-tension-lost-on-a-broken-spring-while-still-on-a-car/191281 "2023-07-10T16:19:34Z")

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This spring cracked or came out from seat at the top. Can this be removed like normal or is there still too much tension in the spring? Don’t think there is enough room to put on spring tension bars. 06 Sonata 3.3 v6 …

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## [2019 Subaru Legacy - Infotainment bubble causing issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-legacy-infotainment-bubble-causing-issues/191599)

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**Author:** [@Pops56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pops56)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-subaru-legacy-infotainment-bubble-causing-issues/191599 "2023-07-10T15:51:16Z")

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Info screen developed an inaccessible bubble-like formation behind the screen. The system is uncontrollable and transitions from one program to another on its own.

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## [2020 Accord Hybrid, AC Not Blowing Cold Air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-accord-hybrid-ac-not-blowing-cold-air/191601)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 2:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-accord-hybrid-ac-not-blowing-cold-air/191601 "2023-07-10T14:43:47Z")

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I have a 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid with about 20K miles on it. The AC is blowing air but it does not get cold. With the hood up and turning on the AC hear a moderately loud whine. When turning AC off it goes away. So I do…

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## [Ford 02 mustang wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-02-mustang-wont-start/191584)

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**Author:** [@aclark662635\_185948](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aclark662635_185948)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 12:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-02-mustang-wont-start/191584 "2023-07-10T12:21:22Z")

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My car wont start. It turns over and has fuel pressure. Battery read 10.2 v. Its been having trouble starting in the mornings but it eventually will start. It has been starting to overheat when the ac is on while im driv…

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## [2017 Mazda Mazda6 - BSM trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-mazda6-bsm-trouble/191565)

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**Author:** [@Walker2023](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Walker2023)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 10:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-mazda6-bsm-trouble/191565 "2023-07-10T10:42:58Z")

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Having issues with my blind spot monitor on my 2017 mazda mazda6 touring

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## [BMW's IX3 motor cause transmission issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmws-ix3-motor-cause-transmission-issue/191521)

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**Author:** [@gagaisgage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gagaisgage)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bmws-ix3-motor-cause-transmission-issue/191521 "2023-07-10T07:30:46Z")

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As a global model BMW’s IX3 buyer, I wonder if the occurrence rate of transmission failures leading to power interruption is as high as it is in China. Last month, while driving normally, my vehicle alerted me and lost p…

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