# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [Should all fuses make test light light up in ON position?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-all-fuses-make-test-light-light-up-in-on-position/115013)

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**Author:** [@TheMidnightNarwhal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheMidnightNarwhal)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-all-fuses-make-test-light-light-up-in-on-position/115013 "2018-04-08T20:33:02Z")

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I’m trying to figure out a electrical problem in my car and when I probe the Taillight fuses the light doesn’t light up. Car is in ON position. Should all fuses get a reading? Looking at the fuse itself, it is not blown…

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## [2010 Ford Fusion fuel pump estimate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-fuel-pump-estimate/115266)

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**Author:** [@Berta50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Berta50)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fusion-fuel-pump-estimate/115266 "2018-04-08T19:47:04Z")

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We think our fuel pump gave out and now the battery is drained. We don’t mind getting it fixed but we’re not sure what the cost is going to be. Anyone know what to expect, or have any advice for me?

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## [1992 Lexus ES 300 seeking a rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-lexus-es-300-seeking-a-rebuild/115166)

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**Author:** [@JimRiehle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimRiehle)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-lexus-es-300-seeking-a-rebuild/115166 "2018-04-08T19:05:46Z")

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Love this car, it’s got a manual tranny. I’d like to have the engine rebuilt, maybe get a few more hp while we’re at it. Local Lexus dealer won’t touch it, and won’t recommend anyone to do the rebuild. Can someone re…

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## [2012 Hyundai Elantra AC works on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-ac-works-on-one-side/115252)

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**Author:** [@s.k.vsidya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/s.k.vsidya)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-elantra-ac-works-on-one-side/115252 "2018-04-08T18:25:06Z")

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A.C. cooling is comimg from one side left side comes normal air

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## [2007 Kia Spectra turn signals won't work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-spectra-turn-signals-wont-work/115250)

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**Author:** [@Joey43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joey43)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-kia-spectra-turn-signals-wont-work/115250 "2018-04-08T18:23:39Z")

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My turn signals don’t work. When the proper fuse is connected, the left turn light stays illuminated. I’ve since pulled the fuse, for fear it would drain my battery. Suggestions on how to fix this? I’ve replaced the fuse…

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## [2003 Chevrolet Tahoe AC will only blow on high](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-tahoe-ac-will-only-blow-on-high/115256)

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**Author:** [@KevinBlaney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinBlaney)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevrolet-tahoe-ac-will-only-blow-on-high/115256 "2018-04-08T18:21:47Z")

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Interior AC/heat fan will not blow on #1 or #2 positions, but blows hard on #3+positions. You wrote an article about this about a year ago, I threw it out and then it happened to me about 2 weeks later.

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## [1998 Chevrolet Astro won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-astro-wont-start/115260)

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**Author:** [@Anthony00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anthony00)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-chevrolet-astro-wont-start/115260 "2018-04-08T18:18:15Z")

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My Astro van won’t start I have changed the fuel pump, check the fuel filter also, the fuel pressure going into my motor. The fuel pressure is 60 PSI when the key is turned. Fuel filters clear. So I went to start with th…

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## [2016 Chrysler Town & Country shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-shuts-off/115095)

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**Author:** [@RobertIrvine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertIrvine)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 4:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-shuts-off/115095 "2018-04-08T16:56:31Z")

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2016 Chrysler town and country shuts off after rain or washing. Have had in garage 3 times and they cannot find anything wrong. Purchased new and have extended warranty. Can someone give me any info as what to do.

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## [Centric brake shoes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/centric-brake-shoes/115221)

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**Author:** [@jb79](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jb79)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/centric-brake-shoes/115221 "2018-04-08T16:19:42Z")

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Think they’d be any good? I mean $17 bucks seems a bit too good to be true, right? https://www.amazon.com/Centric-110-07951-Brake-Shoe/dp/B000C01MIW/

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## [Honda crosstour 2012 tire index](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crosstour-2012-tire-index/115132)

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**Author:** [@David\_Chan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David_Chan)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-crosstour-2012-tire-index/115132 "2018-04-08T15:10:39Z")

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\[IMG\_20180406\_235145\] Honda crosstour 2012 V4 two wheel drive requires a 22565r17 with load index of 102t. However I recently brought and installed a Michelin latitude touring standard 22565r17 with load index of 100t.(…

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## [Backfiring 2000 Nissan Quest](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backfiring-2000-nissan-quest/115224)

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**Author:** [@T25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T25)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 1:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/backfiring-2000-nissan-quest/115224 "2018-04-08T13:48:55Z")

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why does my car backfire and hard to start

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## [Engine loud after getting tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-loud-after-getting-tires/114965)

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**Author:** [@AngelaLMT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AngelaLMT)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-loud-after-getting-tires/114965 "2018-04-08T12:57:31Z")

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So, I dropped my car off for 2 new tires, and when I picked it up, a few things were different. Right away, I noticed my engine was super loud. My car drove completely different. Shoddy, unresponsive when I would accel…

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## [2013 Honda Accord won’t open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-won-t-open/115073)

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**Author:** [@BizhongZhu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BizhongZhu)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-accord-won-t-open/115073 "2018-04-08T12:12:14Z")

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Cannot open car door in anyway I can imagine. There is no response at all from the car to any button on the remote key. Even putting the key mechanically into the key hole and turn does not generate any response. No way …

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## [1966 Ford Mustang points gap and dwell setting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-ford-mustang-points-gap-and-dwell-setting/115216)

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**Author:** [@JohnJWessling](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnJWessling)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 6:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-ford-mustang-points-gap-and-dwell-setting/115216 "2018-04-08T06:23:00Z")

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What is the points gap and the dwell setting on a 1966 Ford Mustang 6 cyl., 200 hp, 3 speed? Sorry about the year I listed below. Your list does not go back far enough.

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## [2003 GMC Sierra 1500 P0455](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-sierra-1500-p0455/115154)

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**Author:** [@RobSexton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobSexton)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-gmc-sierra-1500-p0455/115154 "2018-04-08T02:27:53Z")

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I have a check engine light that has been coming on & off for about 2 years now. The code is PO455 I have had it in two shops & all parts related to this code replaced, some more than once. It has been smoke tested a n…

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## [1999 Subaru Outback head gasket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-outback-head-gasket/115099)

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**Author:** [@JodieWestphal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JodieWestphal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-subaru-outback-head-gasket/115099 "2018-04-08T00:34:03Z")

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I have a 1999 outback, family owned, bought in 2000, 87,000 miles. Over heating problems, shop said head gazette. problems with the dash lights and other electric problems. paid a shop in lake county $2000. The problems…

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## [Problem shifting in 1st and 2nd in 2000 Jaguar S-Type](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-shifting-in-1st-and-2nd-in-2000-jaguar-s-type/115194)

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**Author:** [@Cohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cohn)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-shifting-in-1st-and-2nd-in-2000-jaguar-s-type/115194 "2018-04-08T00:30:48Z")

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problem with shifting in 1st and 2nd gears. Rest of gears are ok

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## [2010 Hyundai Santa Fe needs new blower motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-santa-fe-needs-new-blower-motor/115183)

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**Author:** [@AmyMiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AmyMiller)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-santa-fe-needs-new-blower-motor/115183 "2018-04-08T00:20:43Z")

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I’m a novice at car mechanics, but I’m good at following directions. I own and know how to use basic tools. On a difficulty scale from 1-10, just how hard would it be for me to purchase and instal a new blower motor in…

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## [2006 Mercury Grand Marquis thudded and died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-grand-marquis-thudded-and-died/115189)

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**Author:** [@Shannon10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Shannon10)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-grand-marquis-thudded-and-died/115189 "2018-04-08T00:13:40Z")

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I have a 2006 grand marquis it has 70,000 miles on it. I had it serviced at dealership a week ago on friday went on highway. When i excelerated there was a large thud and the car died wrench light came on and oil light. …

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## [Changed 02 sensor bank, and 2010 Ford F150 still shows same code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-02-sensor-bank-and-2010-ford-f150-still-shows-same-code/115191)

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**Author:** [@EliasGonzales](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EliasGonzales)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 8, 2018, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-02-sensor-bank-and-2010-ford-f150-still-shows-same-code/115191 "2018-04-08T00:04:26Z")

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Just change a 02 sensor bank one and still receiving same code

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## [2013 Hyundai Elantra with loose power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-with-loose-power-steering/115179)

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**Author:** [@PAULLOVE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PAULLOVE)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 11:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-elantra-with-loose-power-steering/115179 "2018-04-07T23:05:58Z")

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How can I fix the from the factory loose electric power steering on my 2013 Elantra? The loose wheels flop from side to side in the snow and promote car spin-outs.

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## [Car jerks just before coming to a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-jerks-just-before-coming-to-a-stop/115145)

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**Author:** [@John\_Blaine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Blaine)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-jerks-just-before-coming-to-a-stop/115145 "2018-04-07T21:00:53Z")

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My 2003 Honda CRV will jerk as I am coming to a stop. It will only happen once my car warms up. I can drive it first thing in the day and it won’t happen until I’ve driven it a while or I let it idle for a bit in my driv…

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## [What to expect from 2010 Cadillac DTS?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-expect-from-2010-cadillac-dts/115150)

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**Author:** [@HenryBrigham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryBrigham)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-expect-from-2010-cadillac-dts/115150 "2018-04-07T20:35:28Z")

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Had a 2006 DTS with many problems as mileage increased. Finally traded for a low mileage super clean 2010 DTS. What problems should I expect ???

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## [2009 Toyota Matrix fluid change intervals](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-matrix-fluid-change-intervals/115173)

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**Author:** [@StuartRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StuartRussell)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-matrix-fluid-change-intervals/115173 "2018-04-07T20:28:37Z")

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My wife’s 2009 Matrix S 2.4L has about 55,000 miles on it. The recommended oil change interval is 5000 mi or 6 months.We used to do it seasonally - spring/fall. Because we now use it rarely, and mostly for local trips (…

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## [1999 Toyota Celica misfires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-celica-misfires/115086)

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**Author:** [@Chad14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chad14)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 8:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-celica-misfires/115086 "2018-04-07T20:10:01Z")

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I have a 1999 Toyota Celica that has been a great car for about 2 years. Recently, the engine misfires causing the car to “jump”. I replaced all the spark plugs and noticed when I did that the spark plug wells were filli…

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## [2015 Honda CR-V transmission fluid interval](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-cr-v-transmission-fluid-interval/115141)

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**Author:** [@MarkGoldman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkGoldman)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-honda-cr-v-transmission-fluid-interval/115141 "2018-04-07T19:01:14Z")

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How often or how many miles does this car require a transmission fluid change?

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## [2006 Suzuki Forenza on third thermostat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-suzuki-forenza-on-third-thermostat/115158)

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**Author:** [@josegarcia1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josegarcia1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-suzuki-forenza-on-third-thermostat/115158 "2018-04-07T18:52:19Z")

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my thermostat has been replaced twice and now is overheating after about 6 weeks of the new one

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## [2008 Ford F250 exploding fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-f250-exploding-fuel-pump/115152)

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**Author:** [@Beaver50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beaver50)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-f250-exploding-fuel-pump/115152 "2018-04-07T18:45:14Z")

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What would cause High Pressure fuel pump to explode and send metal through engine

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## [1994 Toyota Tacoma wiper controls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-tacoma-wiper-controls/115160)

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**Author:** [@BillWright1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillWright1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-toyota-tacoma-wiper-controls/115160 "2018-04-07T18:40:19Z")

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How difficult to change windshield wiper controls to intermittent operations

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## [2015 Toyota Camry accelerated on its own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-accelerated-on-its-own/115075)

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**Author:** [@Doyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doyle)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [April 7, 2018, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-camry-accelerated-on-its-own/115075 "2018-04-07T18:38:59Z")

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just backed out of driveway and traveling about 12 mph and took foot off accelerator slowing down for upcoming stop sign when vehicle accelerated on its own. had to apply lot of pressure to brakes in order to get stopped…

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