# Maintenance/Repairs

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## [No oil in catch can after 8000 miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-catch-can-after-8000-miles/190501)

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**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2023, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-oil-in-catch-can-after-8000-miles/190501 "2023-05-09T16:39:25Z")

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I’ve owned my 2013 mustang gt / 5.0 for 6 months now. In that time I’ve driven it almost 8000 miles. The engine is completely stock other than a JLT oil catch can which was added by the previous owner. Here’s a link to i…

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## [2009 Hyundai Elantra - Well, it wasn't the sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-elantra-well-it-wasnt-the-sensors/190450)

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**Author:** [@OPENATION](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OPENATION)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2023, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-hyundai-elantra-well-it-wasnt-the-sensors/190450 "2023-05-09T14:24:16Z")

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loss of power I replace all the sensors in the car and still the same.

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## [Compression test on 2009 Toyota Corolla](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-test-on-2009-toyota-corolla/190476)

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**Author:** [@joseaguilarvargas39\_184259](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joseaguilarvargas39_184259)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2023, 12:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/compression-test-on-2009-toyota-corolla/190476 "2023-05-09T00:08:29Z")

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I have a 2009 Toyota Corolla and took a compression test first cylinder got 80 psi second cylinder got 80 psi as well third cylinder psi is 120 and forth cylinder got 130 Any ideas what I should do next ?

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## [2005 Ford Escape 3.0 Liter, no spark cylinder 1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-3-0-liter-no-spark-cylinder-1/190482)

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**Author:** [@Kinjorskii\_185151](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kinjorskii_185151)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-3-0-liter-no-spark-cylinder-1/190482 "2023-05-08T21:45:23Z")

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Hello, Trying to help my daughter repair her (new to her) ford escape. Cylinder 1 is completely dead and will not fire at all. Coil is good (coil on plug), spark plug is good, etc. So I’ve gotten as far as this. The…

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## [Can this engine be repaired?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-this-engine-be-repaired/190460)

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**Author:** [@arsenault.brett\_185128](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arsenault.brett_185128)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-this-engine-be-repaired/190460 "2023-05-08T20:28:17Z")

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Hi, This boat has been sitting for 12 years. My goal is to get this boat running. By looking at the pictures do you think the engine is still in good shape? Will it need a new engine or an engine rebuild? I have more pi…

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## [2013 Volkswagen Passat - VW TDI trickery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-vw-tdi-trickery/190445)

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**Author:** [@1961arlt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/1961arlt)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-volkswagen-passat-vw-tdi-trickery/190445 "2023-05-08T17:47:05Z")

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Recall ID :6BEE-FZ7 Why won’t the VW Authorized Dealers state the scope and amount of time to satisfy this recall ? Is its a RUSE to modify the emission set up on an OEM ( untinkered ) TDI ?

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## [‘91 Celica. Little to no fuel pressure after fuel filter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-celica-little-to-no-fuel-pressure-after-fuel-filter/190485)

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**Author:** [@Ashxn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ashxn)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-celica-little-to-no-fuel-pressure-after-fuel-filter/190485 "2023-05-08T16:26:17Z")

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Working on a 1991 Toyota Celica GT 2.2L. Car would crank, but not start. Replaced bad fuel pump and filter, now the car will crank and start but die almost immediately after starting. Found out that there was almost no f…

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## [2003 Chrysler Sebring - Are there recalls?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chrysler-sebring-are-there-recalls/190284)

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**Author:** [@Pissed36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pissed36)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 3:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chrysler-sebring-are-there-recalls/190284 "2023-05-08T15:32:58Z")

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Is there a recall for Chrysler Sebring 2003 transmission. Automatic transmission has to be replaced after 113000 miles. It does not go into 4th gear. cost me 3000.00

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## [What to do about unavailable monitoring systems modules?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-about-unavailable-monitoring-systems-modules/190225)

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**Author:** [@davidmlong\_184936](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidmlong_184936)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 2:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-about-unavailable-monitoring-systems-modules/190225 "2023-05-08T14:39:08Z")

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I have a 1999 GMC Savana van. 105K miles and full service history and drives great. The antilock braking module (ABS) went bad. GMC no longer has this part, there seems to be no aftermarket replacement, and no availabl…

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## [Top dead center](https://community.cartalk.com/t/top-dead-center/190490)

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**Author:** [@Cord.florence\_185154](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cord.florence_185154)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2023, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/top-dead-center/190490 "2023-05-08T04:00:58Z")

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So I have a 2009 Honda accord ex-l 4cyl. I’m replacing the Vtc actuator. I watch a video for a week on YouTube telling how to do the job and find too dead center. So I did exactly that. I put a pen in the pin hole to loo…

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## [2017 Ford Edge - Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-edge-shakes/190474)

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**Author:** [@eagle52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eagle52)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-edge-shakes/190474 "2023-05-07T23:58:37Z")

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ford edge 2017 engine in d shakes and shuts down

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## [Front brake dust shields](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-brake-dust-shields/190458)

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**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 10:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-brake-dust-shields/190458 "2023-05-07T22:49:50Z")

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The front brake dust shields for my 1995 truck seem to be discontinued. YouTubers just say run without them. Opinions, please.

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## [F-150 Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-150-shakes/188438)

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**Author:** [@Scrapped-Knukles](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrapped-Knukles)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/f-150-shakes/188438 "2023-05-07T22:46:58Z")

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Shortly after having the transmission fluid replaced in my 2000 Ford F-150 at 155,000 miles, it began to shake. I had the wheels balanced – twice - but it made no difference. The frequency doesn’t change with speed, but …

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## [2016 Subaru Outback - Wrong fuel - What now?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-wrong-fuel-what-now/190427)

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**Author:** [@Dru56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dru56)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-wrong-fuel-what-now/190427 "2023-05-07T16:21:08Z")

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Diesel was pumped into my gasoline engine 2016 Subaru outback. I’m being told that the entire fuel system needs to be replaced including the tank. Is this correct?

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## [2006 Pontiac G6 - Spare question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-spare-question/190468)

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**Author:** [@Opie859](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Opie859)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-pontiac-g6-spare-question/190468 "2023-05-07T05:46:47Z")

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I have 215/50/17 tires and I recently had a flat and the spare tire is 16 can I use it on the rear to go to tire shop

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## [TPMS Help, 2014 Acura TSX, 36-01 and 38-01](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-help-2014-acura-tsx-36-01-and-38-01/190463)

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**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2023, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-help-2014-acura-tsx-36-01-and-38-01/190463 "2023-05-07T03:59:46Z")

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Hi, I have a 2014 Acura TSX with about 100k miles on it. I keep on getting TPMS errors 36-01 and 38-01, which are rear and left transmission error for the TPMS. Seems to be some sort of DTC that gets actuated when commu…

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## [2013 Honda Fit - Do I really need that heat shield?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-fit-do-i-really-need-that-heat-shield/190425)

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**Author:** [@eerielady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eerielady)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-honda-fit-do-i-really-need-that-heat-shield/190425 "2023-05-06T23:54:31Z")

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Is it ok to drive without the heat shield or should I replace it?

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## [2012 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck - Won't come out of park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-wont-come-out-of-park/190454)

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**Author:** [@duner20](https://community.cartalk.com/u/duner20)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-wont-come-out-of-park/190454 "2023-05-06T22:08:58Z")

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truck will not come out of park when engine is turned on

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## [2017 Buick LaCrosse - Looking for a seat part](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-looking-for-a-seat-part/190462)

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**Author:** [@DonnaR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonnaR)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-buick-lacrosse-looking-for-a-seat-part/190462 "2023-05-06T21:48:42Z")

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I have a 2017 Buick LaCrosse seat mechanism that enables seat to adjust up and down needs a part. Dealer does not support part any suggestions would help please.

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## [2018 Porsche Panamera - How do I find a good Porsche shop?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-porsche-panamera-how-do-i-find-a-good-porsche-shop/190392)

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**Author:** [@Tennisbum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tennisbum)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-porsche-panamera-how-do-i-find-a-good-porsche-shop/190392 "2023-05-06T13:30:56Z")

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I am trying to find an independent Porsche garage in my area (zip code 94404). I don’t think that $485 is reasonable. Can anyone help me?

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## [No Turn signals, Hazards dont work right](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-turn-signals-hazards-dont-work-right/190433)

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**Author:** [@burningstuffup\_185111](https://community.cartalk.com/u/burningstuffup_185111)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-turn-signals-hazards-dont-work-right/190433 "2023-05-06T03:13:36Z")

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I have a 1997 Chevy K1500 with the 5.7L. My turn signals don’t work, but my hazards do. I have checked the fuzes and replaced the combination relay. I also noticed that my hazards stop working properly when I press on th…

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## [Rearview mirror ripped chunk out of windshield - how to fix without replacing windshielf?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-ripped-chunk-out-of-windshield-how-to-fix-without-replacing-windshielf/190448)

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**Author:** [@Josebaum7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josebaum7)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-ripped-chunk-out-of-windshield-how-to-fix-without-replacing-windshielf/190448 "2023-05-06T02:52:43Z")

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Last week while adjusting my rearview mirror it fell off the windshield with a chunk of the windshield attached. I am dumbfounded. I did not even pull that hard on it! Nonetheless, I have tried reattaching the rearview m…

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## [Honda civic starter or something else?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-starter-or-something-else/190446)

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**Author:** [@stias99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stias99)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 2:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-starter-or-something-else/190446 "2023-05-06T02:21:22Z")

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Hi I asked about my Honda civic not starting couple of weeks ago, and then suddenly the problem disappearing and now it’s starting every time, remember? The popular opinion here was show it to a mechanic because it’s n…

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## [(SOLVED) Car won't start and multiple systems no longer work after battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-car-wont-start-and-multiple-systems-no-longer-work-after-battery-issue/190436)

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**Author:** [@david.harlin\_185106](https://community.cartalk.com/u/david.harlin_185106)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/solved-car-wont-start-and-multiple-systems-no-longer-work-after-battery-issue/190436 "2023-05-05T21:08:47Z")

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Greetings, The battery on my wife’s 2012 xB went bad and we were going to try to get the car running to go get a new one. I took the battery out of my F250 and tried to connect it, but I got a bunch of sparking and the …

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## [What The F........?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-the-f/190207)

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**Author:** [@Tester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tester)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-the-f/190207 "2023-05-05T17:33:56Z")

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2023 Integra exhaust. Tester

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## [2007 Ford Focus - Unusually bad fuel economy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-unusually-bad-fuel-economy/190236)

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**Author:** [@Terraine](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terraine)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-focus-unusually-bad-fuel-economy/190236 "2023-05-05T17:19:44Z")

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Poor fuel economy even using 98

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## [2018 Dodge Durango - Signal out message](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-durango-signal-out-message/190251)

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**Author:** [@Paul49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul49)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-dodge-durango-signal-out-message/190251 "2023-05-05T17:16:38Z")

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2018 Durango the message center on the dash says my left rear turn signal is out. All lights work on the left side, blinker flashes faster than the right side I REPLACED the left rear turn signal housing with another o…

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## [1993 Sundance Engine Repair Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-sundance-engine-repair-questions/190215)

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**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-sundance-engine-repair-questions/190215 "2023-05-05T16:59:59Z")

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Summer weather is here now, and I want to get my 1993 Sundance put back together and running. It has sat in my carport since 2018, and I pulled the motor and transmission in early 2019, which are the 2.5L NA 4-cylinder,…

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## [Question about chaining the high beam headlights, please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-chaining-the-high-beam-headlights-please/190418)

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**Author:** [@Brycevincente\_185098](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brycevincente_185098)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2023, 1:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-chaining-the-high-beam-headlights-please/190418 "2023-05-05T01:15:48Z")

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Sorry if this is an ignorant question, but basically this is the exact skinny of what I’m trying to figure out. A while ago a trailer hitch backed in to my car, and when it pulled out the left side bright lights no long…

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## [Engine with no compression](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-with-no-compression/190406)

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**Author:** [@Dom.mayer2002\_185088](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dom.mayer2002_185088)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [May 4, 2023, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-with-no-compression/190406 "2023-05-04T12:15:09Z")

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Looking for recommendations on next steps on repairing my 2 dr honda accord 4 cyl vtec. Backstory: The timing had jumped on the vehicle so i had replaced the head heard mixed answers on weather or not the 4 cyl vtec wa…

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