# Latest

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## [If you have a late-model Mercedes SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-have-a-late-model-mercedes-suv/189812)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 7:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-you-have-a-late-model-mercedes-suv/189812 "2023-03-28T19:02:39Z")

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… you may be getting a recall letter relating to a fire hazard resulting from an improperly-installed A/C drain hose:

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## [Car accessory madness](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accessory-madness/74848)

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**Author:** [@252525](https://community.cartalk.com/u/252525)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accessory-madness/74848 "2023-03-28T17:37:42Z")

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What is the craziest, stupidest, most unfunctional car accessory you have ever seen? Let me start a list with a few items: Spinning wheelcovers, Huge spoiler on the back of a 20 year old Honda Accord, Monster stereo…

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## [Nissan Rogue 2017 Forward in Reverse Gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-2017-forward-in-reverse-gear/189805)

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**Author:** [@ahmedelrasheed14\_184636](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ahmedelrasheed14_184636)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-2017-forward-in-reverse-gear/189805 "2023-03-28T16:55:44Z")

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Nissan Rogue 2017: Faulty transmission cooler replaced 2 weeks ago after transmission oil and water mixed. Entire transmission fluid line flushed. Transmission fluid cooler bypassed until a replacement could be found. …

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## [Whining sounds diagnosis](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-sounds-diagnosis/189794)

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**Author:** [@bigboss\_3zoz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigboss_3zoz)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whining-sounds-diagnosis/189794 "2023-03-28T04:40:32Z")

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I just replaced the radiator for my car, and when I received the car it had new strange whining sound. The sound is variable and shows up even when the car is still. When press the puddle it increases its pitch What co…

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## [2007 Sequoia - let itgo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-sequoia-let-itgo/189782)

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**Author:** [@john\_184618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john_184618)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-sequoia-let-itgo/189782 "2023-03-28T00:04:53Z")

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I’m looking for advice on whether to keep or sell a 2007 Sequoia. I’ve had it for about six years, runs well, but… It’s been costing an average of around $900 a year for maintenance and repairs, most recently $1400 for c…

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## [Flagrant disregard for the law](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flagrant-disregard-for-the-law/189735)

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**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flagrant-disregard-for-the-law/189735 "2023-03-27T21:10:28Z")

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I just saw a commercial on TV (WMC-TV) for B and J Auto Sales in Olive Branch, MS. No one turned down. Cars, financing and insurance at one location. NO DRIVERS LICENSE NEEDED.

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## [Help fixing loose interior parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-fixing-loose-interior-parts/189792)

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**Author:** [@oldwaysx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldwaysx)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-fixing-loose-interior-parts/189792 "2023-03-27T17:47:55Z")

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i have a nissan sentra s 07 What is this part under my glove box and how do i reattatch it? Also this part next to my car speaker placed under the top portion of my trunk has come loose. But I see these plastic par…

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## [Car Talk Column: $3000 Cam Carrier Seal Replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-column-3000-cam-carrier-seal-replacement/189768)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 2:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-column-3000-cam-carrier-seal-replacement/189768 "2023-03-27T14:52:04Z")

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$3000 for replacing a cylinder head seal? It seems like when a job involving the engine is priced at $3000 or more, and it is mostly the labor, wouldn’t it make more sense just to haul the engine crane out & remove th…

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## [2014 Honda Civic Sdn - Coolant system problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-civic-sdn-coolant-system-problems/189698)

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**Author:** [@CivicMoneyPit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CivicMoneyPit)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-civic-sdn-coolant-system-problems/189698 "2023-03-27T14:38:01Z")

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A frustrating and costly problem with a 2014 Honda Civic. I had the radiator flushed in late 2021 at the dealer. It had heat that winter but next summer I noticed it didn’t. The radiator then went out in fall 2022 and I …

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## [Car is a bit jerky only when](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-a-bit-jerky-only-when/189780)

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**Author:** [@p\_s44\_184617](https://community.cartalk.com/u/p_s44_184617)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 11:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-a-bit-jerky-only-when/189780 "2023-03-27T11:47:23Z")

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Hi everyone! GREAT community here! So many of you with great knowledge + helping each other. Im happy to be here, except that I have a problem. :frowning: My 2020 Chevy Trax SUV is a little jerky in this one specific wa…

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## [Oil Sending sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-sending-sensor/189791)

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**Author:** [@McDLTS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/McDLTS)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-sending-sensor/189791 "2023-03-27T04:25:51Z")

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My Blazer has blown the oil sending sensor 3 times in the last 4 months. PLEASE does anyone know why this keeps happening???

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## [1997 Buick LeSabre](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-buick-lesabre/189673)

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**Author:** [@Busta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Busta)\
**Replies:** 71\
**Last updated:** [March 27, 2023, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-buick-lesabre/189673 "2023-03-27T03:37:50Z")

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Need advice on radiator repair or replacement. In trying to wrestle a bad a/c compressor out of my '97 Buick, I just poked a hole in the radiator! (I’m going to scream!) It’s a 3.8L Series II. I think it’s too big to re…

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## [2 front wheel sensors bad, abs won't initiate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-front-wheel-sensors-bad-abs-wont-initiate/189787)

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**Author:** [@unluckiest.number](https://community.cartalk.com/u/unluckiest.number)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-front-wheel-sensors-bad-abs-wont-initiate/189787 "2023-03-26T22:09:16Z")

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I have a genisys touch scan tool and receive an error trying to bleed the abs.bit will only initiate the output valves and not the input. It won’t do an automated bleed as I receive an error. I have dtc’s for the front t…

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## [No heat in Chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-in-chevy/189775)

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**Author:** [@sherwood44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sherwood44)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-heat-in-chevy/189775 "2023-03-26T20:45:22Z")

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I have a 2014 Chevy Equinox and the blower doesn’t blow hot air- no heat, just cold air. The AC appears to be working fine. I changed the thermostat. The coolant was changed 25K miles ago and is full. The dials work fi…

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## [Mushy brake pedal + ABS light + calipers won’t bleed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mushy-brake-pedal-abs-light-calipers-won-t-bleed/189704)

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**Author:** [@USRPTVT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/USRPTVT)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mushy-brake-pedal-abs-light-calipers-won-t-bleed/189704 "2023-03-26T20:41:12Z")

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Not my car, but I’m working on a ‘08 Lincoln MKZ with brake issues. It’s got me thoroughly confused. The car was driving totally fine, then one day the brake pedal was suddenly quite soft compared to the day before. It …

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## [2000 celica: Cannot put in reverse, all lights off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-celica-cannot-put-in-reverse-all-lights-off/42456)

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**Author:** [@gotyapotya](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gotyapotya)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-celica-cannot-put-in-reverse-all-lights-off/42456 "2023-03-26T15:14:30Z")

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Hi, I have this intermittent problem that shows up while starting my 2000 Toyota Celica (auto transmission) in the morning. The car starts normally, all the lights on the dashboard do not turn on. I cannot move…

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## [Transmission Repair, '97 Toyota Celica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repair-97-toyota-celica/55728)

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**Author:** [@MrChris](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MrChris)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-repair-97-toyota-celica/55728 "2023-03-26T15:12:46Z")

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Well folks, I have a transmission problem. I drive a 1997 Toyota Celica GT Convertible, ~137,000 miles; I'm the second owner, I've maintained it carefully (fluids, service, etc.), and it hasn't given me much trouble…

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## [Are Valvoline batteries any good](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-valvoline-batteries-any-good/186087)

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**Author:** [@ACPacker1996\_182108](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ACPacker1996_182108)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-valvoline-batteries-any-good/186087 "2023-03-26T13:42:49Z")

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Been needing a new car battery for a bit but are Valvoline car batteries any good has anyone had any experience with them? Can’t find to much info on them

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## [A victory for farmers in their battle with John Deere](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-victory-for-farmers-in-their-battle-with-john-deere/188398)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-victory-for-farmers-in-their-battle-with-john-deere/188398 "2023-03-26T13:40:40Z")

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## [Thefts from parked cars may be largest source of stolen guns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thefts-from-parked-cars-may-be-largest-source-of-stolen-guns/189773)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thefts-from-parked-cars-may-be-largest-source-of-stolen-guns/189773 "2023-03-26T13:38:46Z")

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Looks like they’ve taken μολων λαβε literally.

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## [P0240 and P2096 codes from 2005 Hyundai Elantra with less than half a tank of gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0240-and-p2096-codes-from-2005-hyundai-elantra-with-less-than-half-a-tank-of-gas/189778)

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**Author:** [@shutton907\_184616](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shutton907_184616)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [March 26, 2023, 11:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0240-and-p2096-codes-from-2005-hyundai-elantra-with-less-than-half-a-tank-of-gas/189778 "2023-03-26T11:37:32Z")

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I’m getting these error codes typically on colder days, at least that’s how it was at first, but also whenever my gas tank is less than half full. I drive a lot of short trips to work so I thought maybe I was getting …

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## [Ball joint questions for upper control arm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ball-joint-questions-for-upper-control-arm/189669)

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**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ball-joint-questions-for-upper-control-arm/189669 "2023-03-25T23:52:13Z")

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2014 Acura TSX While removing the knuckle on the front passenger side, and releasing the upper ball joint from the knuckle, I heard some air gushing sound. I was using a ball joint Seperator tool. I looked at the ball j…

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## [2013 Dodge Charger = HVAC trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-charger-hvac-trouble/189766)

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**Author:** [@jclark15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jclark15)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-charger-hvac-trouble/189766 "2023-03-25T21:23:36Z")

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AC and heater stopped working

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## [Best OBD II code reader for DIYers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-obd-ii-code-reader-for-diyers/189714)

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**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-obd-ii-code-reader-for-diyers/189714 "2023-03-25T20:47:36Z")

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I have been seeing and hearing about various code reader dongles and adapters. Some are Bluetooth and interface with an app on your phone. Others convert to a USB cable to convert to an app on a laptop. People say you…

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## [Big rims and little sidewalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-rims-and-little-sidewalls/189757)

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**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 3:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/big-rims-and-little-sidewalls/189757 "2023-03-25T15:00:43Z")

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… are nothing new. (1901 Packard)

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## [Does Toyota use aftermarket parts on cars not belonging to them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-toyota-use-aftermarket-parts-on-cars-not-belonging-to-them/189749)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 1:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-toyota-use-aftermarket-parts-on-cars-not-belonging-to-them/189749 "2023-03-25T13:48:03Z")

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Hello guys. I’m wondering if anyone of you have experience with this particular situation. So, my 2018 Lexus IS AWD FSPORT needs back brake pads and rotors. Toyota is closest to me, whereas Lexus is an hour and so …

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## [Scion XA Blown Headgasket?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xa-blown-headgasket/189678)

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**Author:** [@fridaynightbingo\_182276](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fridaynightbingo_182276)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-xa-blown-headgasket/189678 "2023-03-25T06:49:23Z")

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Hey all, I was driving my 2005 Scion Xa when it began overheating. I pulled off the road and opened the hood, the coolant reservoir tank had completely filled up and was overflowing with coolant, spilling it everywhere. …

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## [Even though Opels are not marketed in The US](https://community.cartalk.com/t/even-though-opels-are-not-marketed-in-the-us/189711)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/even-though-opels-are-not-marketed-in-the-us/189711 "2023-03-25T04:00:41Z")

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… I think we can expect the upcoming Opel EVs to be sold here with Dodge or Jeep badges.

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## [2006 Infiniti G35 - Jerks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-g35-jerks/189755)

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**Author:** [@Homeboy1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Homeboy1)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [March 25, 2023, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-infiniti-g35-jerks/189755 "2023-03-25T00:11:13Z")

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My 2006 Infinity G35 jerks when put on reverse when engine is still cold?

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## [2000 Ford Focus - Squeaky belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-focus-squeaky-belt/189747)

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**Author:** [@Debbie59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Debbie59)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [March 24, 2023, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-focus-squeaky-belt/189747 "2023-03-24T22:16:12Z")

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Squeaky noise on right front by belt

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