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## [Fastener grades esp. near muffler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fastener-grades-esp-near-muffler/81450)

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**Author:** [@JuniorMint](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JuniorMint)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fastener-grades-esp-near-muffler/81450 "2013-09-28T08:17:18Z")

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my understanding is that grade 8.8 fasteners are about as good as you can do for a muffler or corrosion resistance. however, I see higher grade numbers like 10 - is there a much better grade to get for e.g. the exhaust…

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## [2008 Toyota Corolla Engine runs, car does not!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-engine-runs-car-does-not/81546)

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**Author:** [@egirrum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/egirrum)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-corolla-engine-runs-car-does-not/81546 "2013-09-28T07:55:50Z")

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I was driving my car today, and I stopped at a stop sign. When I went to go, I pushed the gas, and my car revved up, moved forward, then all of a sudden it made a loud grinding noise (Like I was dragging metal sheets), …

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## [Heat/Defrost door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-defrost-door/81542)

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**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heat-defrost-door/81542 "2013-09-28T07:19:55Z")

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The door in the dash wont go to defrost. It just quit today. I assume its vacuum controlled. What do i need to do to fix it? I thought about pulling the dash vent where i can reach in there n have a look but it doesnt wa…

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## [Cost of rear brake job?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-rear-brake-job/81524)

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**Author:** [@hondadriver99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hondadriver99)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 7:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cost-of-rear-brake-job/81524 "2013-09-28T07:07:43Z")

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Hi, first time poster so apologies if this isn't in the right place or is a dumb question ... We have a 99 Honda Accord, around 139000 miles, just took it in today for a major service at the dealership (I know, I know,…

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## [Scooter/Moped won't start consistently](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scooter-moped-wont-start-consistently/81340)

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**Author:** [@BeckyNissan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeckyNissan)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scooter-moped-wont-start-consistently/81340 "2013-09-28T06:17:42Z")

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I recently bought a used 2005 Yamaha Vino 125 cc scooter. It runs relatively well, but has a problem starting sometimes. It seems like it just won't "turn over." It starts to rev up but then kind of sputters and dies. Us…

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## [Suggestions to repair flaked off clearcoat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-to-repair-flaked-off-clearcoat/81509)

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**Author:** [@moonmen17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moonmen17)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-to-repair-flaked-off-clearcoat/81509 "2013-09-28T06:13:28Z")

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I have a 2002 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport with 110,000 miles on it and recently noticed a patch of clearcoat which has flaked off the left rear quarter panel and am wondering if there is a way to patch it with something…

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## [My car vibrates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-vibrates/81544)

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**Author:** [@Carrlori](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Carrlori)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 5:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-vibrates/81544 "2013-09-28T05:30:55Z")

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My car was at a collision shop for almost a month. While it was there, it was hit by another car! The front end was hit. The day after I brought it home, the battery died and I needed AAA to come out and replace it. …

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## [Car stalled after it ran out of oil...is the head gasket blown?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalled-after-it-ran-out-of-oil-is-the-head-gasket-blown/81529)

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**Author:** [@metrod](https://community.cartalk.com/u/metrod)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 4:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalled-after-it-ran-out-of-oil-is-the-head-gasket-blown/81529 "2013-09-28T04:52:04Z")

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My 2003 Chevy Impala stalled after driving it for about a mile. The 'low engine oil' came on. I noticed white smoke coming out from under the hood. I pulled the dipstick and it was out of oil. I poured 2 quarts of oi…

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## [2010 Honda Odyssey Rear Rotors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-rear-rotors/81526)

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**Author:** [@Dilip](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dilip)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 4:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-honda-odyssey-rear-rotors/81526 "2013-09-28T04:03:25Z")

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I have a 2010 Honda Odyssey with 71,000 miles on it. It was vibrating while breaking at about 60 mph so we went to a Sears Auto shop on August 30, 2013. They did a disc rotor refinishing and installed new brake hardware …

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## [Mitsubishi93](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi93/81522)

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**Author:** [@mitsubishi93](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mitsubishi93)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mitsubishi93/81522 "2013-09-28T03:59:03Z")

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my mitsubishi 93 expo lrv 1.8 engine failed emissions again. i am a backyard mechanic. it failed in NOX . the limit is 2.50 and and i am getting 2.57. everything else is passing fine , like HC 0.56, limit 1.00, and C…

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## [Need a Seat Support Cushion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-seat-support-cushion/81535)

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**Author:** [@PipeTelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PipeTelle)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-a-seat-support-cushion/81535 "2013-09-28T03:58:12Z")

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I recently purchased an almost new 2012 Ford Escape XLT. The drivers bucket seat has a backrest divided into three sections. The center is 10 inches across with 45 degree flares on either side. Decades ago I injured…

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## [Tires PSI - Is it by car or by tire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-psi-is-it-by-car-or-by-tire/81519)

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**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires-psi-is-it-by-car-or-by-tire/81519 "2013-09-28T02:28:51Z")

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Should I fill the cars tires by the tires PSI rating or the cars PSI rating? I had a Prius before and in the Door panel, it had the car's PSI rating which is what I used.

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## [Haven't Started My Car for 3 Weeks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/havent-started-my-car-for-3-weeks/81515)

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**Author:** [@akuhn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akuhn)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 28, 2013, 1:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/havent-started-my-car-for-3-weeks/81515 "2013-09-28T01:34:32Z")

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I just got a new car three weeks ago and I'm trying to sell my 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix GT myself. Since buying this new car, I haven't driven the Pontiac for 3 weeks. I started it tonight and it started just fine but whe…

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## [2010 GMC Terrain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain/81539)

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**Author:** [@phillygirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phillygirl)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain/81539 "2013-09-27T23:56:13Z")

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I bought a used 2010 GMC Terrain with 28,000 miles on it in April of 2013. Two weeks after I purchased the car I heard a knocking sound and the check engine light came on. Took it to Dealer and they said the car is low…

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## [Protect my Valuables](https://community.cartalk.com/t/protect-my-valuables/81383)

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**Author:** [@brookg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brookg)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/protect-my-valuables/81383 "2013-09-27T23:23:50Z")

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I am moving to NYC with my 1999 Honda Civic. I am hoping keep it parked outside of the city most of the time, but sometimes I will be in the city. I won't keep valuables in it and get a steering wheel lock. However I …

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## [Just change filter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-change-filter/81516)

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**Author:** [@ccsluf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ccsluf)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 10:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-change-filter/81516 "2013-09-27T22:17:21Z")

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My 1999 Nissan Altima uses (leaks) about 1 quart of oil every 1000 miles. My last oil change was 5000 miles ago, and I typically change oil every 5000 miles. Right now though, since the engine is constantly being fed a q…

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## [Leaky windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-windshield/81487)

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**Author:** [@Zaggy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zaggy)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaky-windshield/81487 "2013-09-27T22:15:26Z")

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My problem started when I was following a gravel truck on the freeway, a piece of gravel escaped from the truck, bounced a couple times along the pavement, and wanged into the roof just above the windshield, leaving a de…

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## [04 Chevy Blazer push button 4 wheel drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-chevy-blazer-push-button-4-wheel-drive/81538)

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**Author:** [@Bandit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bandit)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-chevy-blazer-push-button-4-wheel-drive/81538 "2013-09-27T21:52:23Z")

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My blazer has push button 4 wheel drive every winter when I go down a mountain it will come out. I get it back go little ways it will come out again. Up hill no problem. How can I fix this problem?

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## [How to find a headlight assembly for a Delta 88 (year '88)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-find-a-headlight-assembly-for-a-delta-88-year-88/81532)

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**Author:** [@akmom85](https://community.cartalk.com/u/akmom85)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-find-a-headlight-assembly-for-a-delta-88-year-88/81532 "2013-09-27T20:40:58Z")

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We were left this vehicle 2 1/2 years ago when some friends left the country and couldn't sell it. It sat in the front yard (yes, we're THOSE neighbors) last winter buried for most of the winter in a snowbank. When the …

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## [Going over a curb at a slow speed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-over-a-curb-at-a-slow-speed/81530)

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**Author:** [@brucepiano](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brucepiano)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-over-a-curb-at-a-slow-speed/81530 "2013-09-27T20:28:02Z")

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I went over a curb driving into a gas station on the left rear side of my 2002 Toyota Camry. Any issues? The car seems okay, but it did "clunk" off the curb-my speed was very slow. Also, can going over a curb damage th…

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## [Oil Getting Into Coolant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-getting-into-coolant/81531)

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**Author:** [@stevkaprel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevkaprel)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-getting-into-coolant/81531 "2013-09-27T19:07:26Z")

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My wife has a 2000 Buick Century with about 150,000 miles on it. It has been relatively trouble free. Recently, the "low coolant" light began to come on. She took the car into a garage where she was told there was oil …

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## [1969 Karmann Ghia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1969-karmann-ghia/81534)

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**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1969-karmann-ghia/81534 "2013-09-27T16:27:35Z")

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Karma Who?

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## [My 91 civic shut off while driving and won't cut back on!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-91-civic-shut-off-while-driving-and-wont-cut-back-on/81508)

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**Author:** [@Cumlonimbus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cumlonimbus)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 10:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-91-civic-shut-off-while-driving-and-wont-cut-back-on/81508 "2013-09-27T10:57:29Z")

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Hey guys. My car ( civic 1.5 dx duel injected) just cut off while I was going down the free pay like the key had been turned off. Now it turns but won't crank. I am getting spark from my plugs, my fuel pump still works, …

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## [Ford Ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger/81230)

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**Author:** [@dizzly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dizzly)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 7:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger/81230 "2013-09-27T07:42:15Z")

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The problem is it is hard to start after the truck has been parked overnight. It turns over ok but seems to take a long time to start. After it has ran, restart is normal, it fires right up. My ranger is a 2001(4.0 li…

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## [2004 Acura TL 6MT shakes violently 1200-2000 RPM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-tl-6mt-shakes-violently-1200-2000-rpm/81422)

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**Author:** [@nelis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nelis)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 6:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-acura-tl-6mt-shakes-violently-1200-2000-rpm/81422 "2013-09-27T06:51:02Z")

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Hi everyone, My 2004 Acura TL with 6 speed manual transmission has an issue. When the RPMs go between 1200 and 2000 the car shakes violently as if the engine isn't attached or is trying to get away. At idle it's silky sm…

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## [1969 Toyota Land Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1969-toyota-land-cruiser/81517)

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**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 6:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1969-toyota-land-cruiser/81517 "2013-09-27T06:42:01Z")

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I found myself a project (I need something to keep myself out of trouble) Its a little rough Doors work good Needs Wind Shield and drivers glass Frame looks solid (I only seen surface rust The floor at the rear doors is …

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## [Engine Swap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-swap/81523)

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**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-swap/81523 "2013-09-27T06:25:55Z")

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How about a engine swap Pull 3.0 Set in 3.4 Would the 3.4 bolt right up? What about wiring? Thanks

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## [Not a car question but I trust you guys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-car-question-but-i-trust-you-guys/81497)

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**Author:** [@rocketman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rocketman)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-a-car-question-but-i-trust-you-guys/81497 "2013-09-27T05:40:19Z")

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This is not a car question but I trust the opinions of the folks who post here. I have a spare fridge in my garage, use it only say if I have a party to stock in some extra beer and food. 99% of the time it is empty. …

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## [95 Pontiac Grand Am oil pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-pontiac-grand-am-oil-pan/81507)

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**Author:** [@KKing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KKing)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-pontiac-grand-am-oil-pan/81507 "2013-09-27T05:38:46Z")

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My business partner recentley had to have a new oil pan put on her 95 Pontiac Grand AM. Her mechanic called her up when the job was done and asked if she was sitting down. The cost for the job was $1100.00. This to me se…

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## [2003 Honda Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord/81479)

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**Author:** [@partime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/partime)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2013, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-accord/81479 "2013-09-27T03:58:50Z")

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I need to know how I can replace the bulb in the Radio/CD player plus heater and ac screen. I don't know how to get to it to replace it.

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