# Maintenance/Repairs

**URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/repair-and-maintenance/6.md?page=920

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## [Whistling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-noise/112572)

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**Author:** [@Rhauna\_Desormeaux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rhauna_Desormeaux)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 21, 2018, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whistling-noise/112572 "2018-02-21T03:58:01Z")

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Continuing the discussion from Whistle While You Drive: Wheel bearing sounds more like airplane in my experience my car is making a whistling noise and he said it’s cause my rear tires are cupped

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## [My car only makes this sound when it’s cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-only-makes-this-sound-when-it-s-cold/112432)

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**Author:** [@Toni\_Matthews](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toni_Matthews)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 21, 2018, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-only-makes-this-sound-when-it-s-cold/112432 "2018-02-21T02:39:20Z")

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So my car only makes this noise when it’s cold. It makes a sort of clunking/clicking when I turn. When I turn right it’s louder than when I turn left. However it only makes it if it’s about 40 degrees or lower outside…w…

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## [2012 Buick Encore won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-encore-won-t-start/112569)

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**Author:** [@LeonLeger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeonLeger)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 21, 2018, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-buick-encore-won-t-start/112569 "2018-02-21T02:21:27Z")

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2012 buick encore engine will not turn over no start

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## [Alignment / car issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-car-issue/112264)

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**Author:** [@jasonpalooada](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jasonpalooada)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alignment-car-issue/112264 "2018-02-20T22:32:56Z")

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My car has around 87000 miles on it and has been through a tough time recently, driving down the road at a relative high speed of 70 miles / hour in the dark when all of a sudden the road changed from nice asphalt to dee…

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## [Hyundai Santa Fe ESC & ABS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-santa-fe-esc-abs/112557)

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**Author:** [@James55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James55)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-santa-fe-esc-abs/112557 "2018-02-20T21:55:46Z")

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How to repair esc abs problems?

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## [Repeated Cracks In Chevrolet Camaro Windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repeated-cracks-in-chevrolet-camaro-windshield/112551)

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**Author:** [@Richard06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard06)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repeated-cracks-in-chevrolet-camaro-windshield/112551 "2018-02-20T21:53:25Z")

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Camaro windshield has cracked twice same exact spot in the black area above the rear view mirror

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## [Cadillac CTS Wagon all wheel drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-cts-wagon-all-wheel-drive/112542)

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**Author:** [@richard52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richard52)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-cts-wagon-all-wheel-drive/112542 "2018-02-20T16:49:09Z")

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all wheel drive seems to be engaged all the time causing one wheel to skip when turning.

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## [Biodegradable wire insulation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/biodegradable-wire-insulation/112446)

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**Author:** [@Ernie\_Banks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ernie_Banks)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/biodegradable-wire-insulation/112446 "2018-02-20T16:38:45Z")

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I have a 2000 Mercedes CLK, and it recently started having electrical problems. Next, I discovered that back in the early 1990s, The EU started requiring cars to have biodegradable wire insulation. The first few years (…

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## [Jeep Grand Cherokee wheel hub](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-wheel-hub/112520)

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**Author:** [@raysoccio](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raysoccio)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-wheel-hub/112520 "2018-02-20T14:38:24Z")

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this is the third time i have to replace left front wheel hub is there a problem with the hub or is it spindle

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## [Electrical Issues in a Buick Verano](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-issues-in-a-buick-verano/112534)

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**Author:** [@RichardParker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardParker)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-issues-in-a-buick-verano/112534 "2018-02-20T14:34:40Z")

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I have a number of electrical failures, and warning lights, Where do I start?

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## [Mercedes-Benz E-Class](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benz-e-class/112501)

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**Author:** [@bruce23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bruce23)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-benz-e-class/112501 "2018-02-20T03:06:03Z")

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how do you find the module to remove???

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## [1999 Ford Explorer front passenger tire acts like it is trying to lock up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-explorer-front-passenger-tire-acts-like-it-is-trying-to-lock-up/112456)

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**Author:** [@Brokenandcantdrive](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brokenandcantdrive)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-ford-explorer-front-passenger-tire-acts-like-it-is-trying-to-lock-up/112456 "2018-02-20T01:07:21Z")

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Good evening all. Sorry to bother you, but looking for a little help if possible. I have a 1999 ford explorer 4.0L. manual trans. with a little over 275,000 miles on her. I backed it out of drive way and all was good unt…

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## [Fuel pump replace](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-replace/112476)

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**Author:** [@familyguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/familyguy)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-replace/112476 "2018-02-20T00:21:44Z")

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would you get a fuel pump from junk yard. easy to access pump under real seat so you don’t have to drop tank.

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## [Broken Shifter Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-shifter-question/112502)

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**Author:** [@nictn10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nictn10)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 20, 2018, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-shifter-question/112502 "2018-02-20T00:00:59Z")

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Last week I had my car towed to my mechanic because my shifter wasn’t moving easily and then my car wouldn’t start at all. He said I needed a new shifter but had to order it and told me to hit it to get it to start in t…

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## [Subaru Impreza plastic covers come off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-plastic-covers-come-off/112507)

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**Author:** [@SteveBailey35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveBailey35)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-plastic-covers-come-off/112507 "2018-02-19T23:10:16Z")

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Are the two plastic covers at the bottom of the front windshield (near the hood) important? They come off every time I scrape my windshield! I have a 2017 Impreza.

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## [2000 escalade wont start randomly, seems to be happening more often](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-escalade-wont-start-randomly-seems-to-be-happening-more-often/112408)

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**Author:** [@CodyG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CodyG)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-escalade-wont-start-randomly-seems-to-be-happening-more-often/112408 "2018-02-19T20:47:10Z")

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My 2000 escalade does not start sometimes. It used to happen 2-3 times a month now its 2-3 times a week. So far if I just wait 10-30 minutes after a failed start it will start up. I got a brand new battery a few months a…

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## [Ford Edge heat not working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-edge-heat-not-working/112499)

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**Author:** [@dominicpokue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dominicpokue)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-edge-heat-not-working/112499 "2018-02-19T20:34:46Z")

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my ford edge got not heat and blower not working

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## [2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5 - radio whining/buzzing noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-impreza-2-5-radio-whining-buzzing-noise/76581)

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**Author:** [@chesterlark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chesterlark)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-subaru-impreza-2-5-radio-whining-buzzing-noise/76581 "2018-02-19T18:54:21Z")

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A few months ago, my car started making a loud whining/buzzing sound when I started it. The sound is distinctly coming through the speakers in the car, but turning the radio volume knob doesn't make it quieter or louder…

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## [Accord MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-mpg/111639)

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**Author:** [@Don355](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don355)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accord-mpg/111639 "2018-02-19T18:25:36Z")

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Since last fall, late October, I’ve noticed a mileage drop in my Accord (4 cyl/auto). Normally when winter blend arrives, I get around 27 mpg but now I’m getting less than 24 mpg. A scan shows no codes or pending codes. …

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## [Chrysler Pacifica speakers aren't working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica-speakers-arent-working/112484)

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**Author:** [@SalmanSiddiqui](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SalmanSiddiqui)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-pacifica-speakers-arent-working/112484 "2018-02-19T18:07:38Z")

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I have 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Van, speakers malfunction tried all troubleshooting, USB ,AUX and Bluetooth seems working on screen but no sound.

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## [Dodge Caravan headrests](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-headrests/112474)

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**Author:** [@sharon22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sharon22)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-caravan-headrests/112474 "2018-02-19T16:44:55Z")

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I need to take headrests off the front seats the dealer says he can’t because the air bags are there is this true

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## [Ask Someone: Infiniti G37 #1519000012](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-infiniti-g37-1519000012/112452)

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**Author:** [@DeannaWalston](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeannaWalston)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-infiniti-g37-1519000012/112452 "2018-02-19T14:49:50Z")

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I have a2008 G37 sport . I live n Mobile AL. garage kelp. 50.000 mil. no reason should my dash be melting. I’m 75 years old have owned Cadillac, Hondas. Chevy’s at least that old never had so much as a crack in the das…

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## [Caring for my new car purchase maintenance wise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caring-for-my-new-car-purchase-maintenance-wise/112316)

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**Author:** [@dn4192](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dn4192)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 1:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/caring-for-my-new-car-purchase-maintenance-wise/112316 "2018-02-19T13:04:14Z")

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Last night I traded in my 2003 impala with 141,000 miles for a 2011 Cadillac CTS Sedan with 73,000 miles on it. Car is in beautiful condiation and ran great. I have never owned a Cadillac before so was wondering upkeep…

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## [Help my car is having white smoke come from behind the engine only on the passenger side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-is-having-white-smoke-come-from-behind-the-engine-only-on-the-passenger-side/112465)

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**Author:** [@Christina\_Page](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Christina_Page)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-my-car-is-having-white-smoke-come-from-behind-the-engine-only-on-the-passenger-side/112465 "2018-02-19T12:05:16Z")

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Help I have a 2001 Chevy Impala I am having white smoke come from the back of the engine on the passenger side only I have already changed my rack and pinion and my tie rods I don’t know how that could be great white smo…

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## [Correct head Bolt torque specs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correct-head-bolt-torque-specs/112461)

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**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 4:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/correct-head-bolt-torque-specs/112461 "2018-02-19T04:48:37Z")

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I am working on a 2005 PT Cruiser. I had to fix a warped head and valvd job. I am putting the head back on, but I am finding contradicting specs on the torque for the head bolts. I found where the specs are 25 ft lbs, …

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## [Excessive wear on insides ofnfront tire tread](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-wear-on-insides-ofnfront-tire-tread/112403)

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**Author:** [@Dustin\_Jackson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dustin_Jackson)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2018, 1:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-wear-on-insides-ofnfront-tire-tread/112403 "2018-02-19T01:31:18Z")

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## [I have no reverse in every gear I shift to it go forward motion except for park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-no-reverse-in-every-gear-i-shift-to-it-go-forward-motion-except-for-park/112401)

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**Author:** [@Bountham\_Bounsone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bountham_Bounsone)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-no-reverse-in-every-gear-i-shift-to-it-go-forward-motion-except-for-park/112401 "2018-02-18T23:53:44Z")

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I have a 2001 Xterra and was having a little transmissions problem it would not shift to 4 over drive so I did some research and figure it was the shift solenoid was bad and tested and replace it with another from an inf…

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## [VSC activates for no reason](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vsc-activates-for-no-reason/112437)

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**Author:** [@Robert\_Marland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert_Marland)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vsc-activates-for-no-reason/112437 "2018-02-18T22:20:57Z")

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2002 model VSC activates no no reason interstate or city. Brakes grab I loose control. Toyota wants to replace the whole system since the codes aren’t showing why. I’ve been told to disable and drive old school. Repairs …

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## [No power GMC Yukon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-gmc-yukon/112441)

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**Author:** [@KIM12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KIM12)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-power-gmc-yukon/112441 "2018-02-18T20:53:09Z")

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I have a 2004 Denali. Auto trans, 6L engine. I pulled a 18 ft. open car hauler and was pulling it up a hill small hill and it had no power. I could put the throttle to the floor and the engine would do nothing. The car i…

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## [Bumper/Tail Light Damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-tail-light-damage/112374)

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**Author:** [@Jonathan\_Simons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jonathan_Simons)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2018, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bumper-tail-light-damage/112374 "2018-02-18T13:35:36Z")

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So I guess I found a blind spot in my backup camera. Hit a supporting structure beam in a parking garage. Cracked my tail light and it came out of it’s place a bit. Dent/cosmetic damage. Is it possible that this can be …

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