# Latest

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## [Turn Signal/Indicator/Flasher Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-indicator-flasher-problem/79994)

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**Author:** [@jkoby25b](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jkoby25b)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-indicator-flasher-problem/79994 "2013-06-24T19:01:21Z")

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2002 Jetta TDI. I know of the TDI Fan club, just can't wait for admin approval to post. To try and describe the problem. When the weather its warmer then 75ish and I go to unlock or lock the car, or do anything the fl…

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## [Clutch Catastrophe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-catastrophe/79973)

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**Author:** [@ClutchCrazed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ClutchCrazed)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clutch-catastrophe/79973 "2013-06-24T18:32:39Z")

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Please excuse my long-winded question. This is complex, and I am not very mechanical. In April, the clutch on my Mazda5 went. You could smell the burning odor, and the car was losing its zip. I brought it to my regular …

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## [Thanks for the input on the Volvo lights and OUI/DUI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-for-the-input-on-the-volvo-lights-and-oui-dui/79919)

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**Author:** [@suzyjpq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/suzyjpq)\
**Replies:** 61\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 6:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks-for-the-input-on-the-volvo-lights-and-oui-dui/79919 "2013-06-24T06:59:08Z")

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I wanted to thank everybody for their help with the question I posted about OUI/DUI and the 1999 Volvo lights. Wanted to let you all know we reached a plea agreement today (I figure everyone wants to know "the rest of t…

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## [Oklahoma Tornado Devastation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oklahoma-tornado-devastation/79448)

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**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\
**Replies:** 68\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oklahoma-tornado-devastation/79448 "2013-06-24T06:39:24Z")

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Be sure to keep the residents of Oklahoma in your thoughts and prayers. The televised videos of the destruction are hard for me to watch. We have friends on this forum from Oklahoma. One poster that comes to mind is o…

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## [Car repeatedly won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repeatedly-wont-start/79997)

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**Author:** [@Sethi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sethi)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repeatedly-wont-start/79997 "2013-06-24T05:33:04Z")

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Hi, I have a 1967 Ford Mustang. I drive in mainly on the weekends. The carb is rebuilt within the last six months. I installed a new alternator about a month ago. The battery was leaking and so the car stopped runnin…

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## [Wiper Arm Assemblies for a Saturn SL1](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-arm-assemblies-for-a-saturn-sl1/79990)

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**Author:** [@Vinster74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vinster74)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wiper-arm-assemblies-for-a-saturn-sl1/79990 "2013-06-24T05:32:54Z")

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I own a 1999 Saturn SL1 with super low mileage and it is in great shape. The wiper arm assemblies though, are becoming very rusted. GM discontinued making them at the end of 2012. I have contacted every Auto Supply s…

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## [Wet carpet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wet-carpet/79983)

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**Author:** [@Beanball](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beanball)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wet-carpet/79983 "2013-06-24T04:58:45Z")

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I have a 2000 Camry that has a wet carpet after a rain. It seems to be the wettest at the area next to my left foot on the drivers side. I had it checked, but they could not find anything. I suspect it is coming from the…

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## [Water/rain in steering column](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-rain-in-steering-column/79996)

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**Author:** [@diabolical](https://community.cartalk.com/u/diabolical)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-rain-in-steering-column/79996 "2013-06-24T03:41:40Z")

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I recently bought a 1993 Aerostar. When I go to drive it after it rains as soon as I turn the steering wheel a good deal of water comes from the bottom of steering column right into my lap! Can any one tell me why this h…

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## [How can I tell if a 2005 Honda Civic has a "lean burn" engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-tell-if-a-2005-honda-civic-has-a-lean-burn-engine/79963)

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**Author:** [@ibekarl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibekarl)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-tell-if-a-2005-honda-civic-has-a-lean-burn-engine/79963 "2013-06-24T03:07:31Z")

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The title says it. I'm looking for a used 2005 Civic (manual tranny) and I see that fuel economy stats for the model w/ "lean burn" engine (as opposed to VTEC) gets about 4 mpg better mileage. But how do I tell?

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## [Best UV protection for new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-uv-protection-for-new-car/79896)

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**Author:** [@WheresRick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WheresRick)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-uv-protection-for-new-car/79896 "2013-06-24T02:19:24Z")

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What is the best way to provide UV protection for a new Prius that sits out all day in the Indiana sun while the driver is at work short of covering it? Does waxing the paint do anything to protect from uv damage? What…

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## [The miracle of the fuel pump that runs without a relay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-miracle-of-the-fuel-pump-that-runs-without-a-relay/79974)

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**Author:** [@Chili](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chili)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 24, 2013, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-miracle-of-the-fuel-pump-that-runs-without-a-relay/79974 "2013-06-24T01:36:16Z")

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My plan to clean the fuel injectors on my 2008 Silverado LS﻿ 4.8L V8 came to an abrupt halt when I﻿ was unable to disable the fuel pump relay because it is missing from the spot where it should be located according to th…

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## [Fast idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fast-idle/79984)

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**Author:** [@wannaknow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wannaknow)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 11:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fast-idle/79984 "2013-06-23T23:25:26Z")

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owning a mazda B4000 pkup with 110,000 well maintained miles, I have incurred a idle problem. The AC has had Freon added, the Orphis tube cleaned, a new idle adjustment valve installed and now, diagnosed, vacuum leaks re…

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## [Phanton directional clicking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phanton-directional-clicking/79992)

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**Author:** [@Nat\_S](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nat_S)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phanton-directional-clicking/79992 "2013-06-23T23:22:10Z")

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I have a 1998 Camry. My directional light and click correctly when I tun them on. When I GENTLY turn off the directional signal, I hear the relay continue to click, however the dash lights do not blink, nor do the outsid…

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## [99 Dodge diesel VP44 on the way out?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-dodge-diesel-vp44-on-the-way-out/79993)

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**Author:** [@Jbar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jbar)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 11:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-dodge-diesel-vp44-on-the-way-out/79993 "2013-06-23T23:06:51Z")

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I replaced my VP44 injector pump about 2.5 years ago, but didn't replace the lift pump. I know this was dumb, but the first injector pump died because of unwinterized fuel in -15 weather. The truck was fine for a while, …

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## [1994 Buick Century no power to fuel pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-century-no-power-to-fuel-pump/79881)

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**Author:** [@berghandler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/berghandler)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-buick-century-no-power-to-fuel-pump/79881 "2013-06-23T21:49:36Z")

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I have a 1994 Buick Century Wagon with a 3100 SFI V6 engine that I can't get to fire at all. I have read many posts with the same problem but haven't been able to find a follow up fix from them. My Buick just wouldn't st…

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## [Toyota Sienna - Sliding Door and Radio problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-sliding-door-and-radio-problem/79920)

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**Author:** [@cbrunocme](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cbrunocme)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-sliding-door-and-radio-problem/79920 "2013-06-23T21:07:12Z")

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I have a problem and I'm not sure to start. I bought a 2006 Toyota Sienna two weeks ago the only known problem was the radio speakers would fade out after driving it for a while. I swapped it out for another radio and it…

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## [Need advice for my 1987 oldsmobile delta 88](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-for-my-1987-oldsmobile-delta-88/79626)

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**Author:** [@wolfman33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolfman33)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 7:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-advice-for-my-1987-oldsmobile-delta-88/79626 "2013-06-23T19:44:54Z")

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I have had this car for a little over a year has less than 100k miles on it. On may 1st the car was running perfectly fine no issues nothing then on may 2nd it would not start, we turned key and wouldnt even make a sound…

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## [1996 Camry engine stumble or hesitate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-camry-engine-stumble-or-hesitate/79909)

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**Author:** [@Filippo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Filippo)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-camry-engine-stumble-or-hesitate/79909 "2013-06-23T16:55:41Z")

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I love my 1996 Toyota Camry wagon -- It's a V6 and for the last 6 months or so, has had this problem while accelerating -- I first noticed it while speeding up on a freeway on-ramp -- It would stumble under hard accelera…

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## [Starter Motor replaced on 2002 Toyota Camry. Car now runs rough when idle and stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-motor-replaced-on-2002-toyota-camry-car-now-runs-rough-when-idle-and-stalls/79986)

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**Author:** [@efc1878](https://community.cartalk.com/u/efc1878)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starter-motor-replaced-on-2002-toyota-camry-car-now-runs-rough-when-idle-and-stalls/79986 "2013-06-23T15:38:54Z")

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Hi, I just had the starter motor replaced on my 2002 Camry (approx. 150,000 miles). It was replaced after not being able to start my car (while still having use of power windows) and having the AAA rep tap around to get…

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## [Check Engine coolant message on 2002 Caddy Deville](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-coolant-message-on-2002-caddy-deville/79978)

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**Author:** [@Tromboneman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tromboneman)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 7:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-coolant-message-on-2002-caddy-deville/79978 "2013-06-23T07:27:08Z")

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The check coolant message comes on my message center on my 2002 Caddy Deville. I have checked this and there is plenty of coolant. Can this be repaired without removing and installing a new coolant overflow tank?

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## [96 Buick LeSabre 3.8L Possessed Shifter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-buick-lesabre-3-8l-possessed-shifter/79989)

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**Author:** [@hustler9852](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hustler9852)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 6:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-buick-lesabre-3-8l-possessed-shifter/79989 "2013-06-23T06:32:14Z")

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I have a 96 Buick LeSabre 3.8L with a possessed shifter. I watched the YouTube videos on the $2 bushing but I cannot find the spot that the bushing would go into and the parts stores say they do not have it. The dilemm…

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## [Mercury cougar cuts out at low rpm, intermittently. ...please help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-cougar-cuts-out-at-low-rpm-intermittently-please-help/79976)

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**Author:** [@wesw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wesw)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 5:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-cougar-cuts-out-at-low-rpm-intermittently-please-help/79976 "2013-06-23T05:56:20Z")

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'97 cougar, v6, fuel injected, occasionally cuts out at low idle. not overheating, not fuel filter. this happens most often when car is completely warmed up and in traffic or at stop lights. can keep it running by puttin…

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## [Ford Countour fit for CNG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-countour-fit-for-cng/79979)

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**Author:** [@VagabondHyundai](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VagabondHyundai)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-countour-fit-for-cng/79979 "2013-06-23T04:24:47Z")

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My daughter is with us now in Wayne NJ She has a 1999 Ford Contour that was equipped by the government in Washington state to run on gasoline and compressed natural gas Who can repair a cng system in New Jersey ?? If we …

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## [Honda ATF](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-atf/79977)

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**Author:** [@casper](https://community.cartalk.com/u/casper)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-atf/79977 "2013-06-23T00:53:44Z")

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When did Honda start specing DW-1 for replacing ATF Z-1? I'm assuming that it's formulated more for the newer trannys. Is it safe to use on an 02 Civic? Why even stop production of a known reliable fluid with so many …

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## [2006 Chevy Trailblazer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-trailblazer/79848)

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**Author:** [@clljhns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clljhns)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [June 23, 2013, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevy-trailblazer/79848 "2013-06-23T00:48:03Z")

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The gas gauge is not working properly. Two years ago it began to move to empty when I would fill the tank up. Then, without explanation, it worked fine until three weeks ago. I was traveling on the Mass Turnpike when the…

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## [Car wont start, click, turnover, respond](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-click-turnover-respond/79980)

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**Author:** [@Tabitha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tabitha)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-click-turnover-respond/79980 "2013-06-22T21:50:31Z")

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hello. i went to get into the passenger seat side but car was locked so i reached thru window and unlocked the car, got in. My spouse unlocked his driverside and started the car just fine with no problems. soon as we sto…

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## [Dashboard lights won' t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-lights-won-t-work/79975)

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**Author:** [@Boss\_Lady](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boss_Lady)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-lights-won-t-work/79975 "2013-06-22T19:13:55Z")

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I have a Ford F-150. For about a year and a half, the dashboard lights will sometimes not come on. The air will blow, but not cool. I can hit on the left side of the dashboard and all will work just fine.

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## [2009 GMC Sierra Oil Consumption issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-oil-consumption-issue/79964)

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**Author:** [@09GMCSierra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/09GMCSierra)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-gmc-sierra-oil-consumption-issue/79964 "2013-06-22T18:05:09Z")

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I have an 09 GMC Sierra with 95,000 miles on it (bought it new Jan 1, 2010). It has the 5.3 L V8 with Active Fuel Mgmt (all 4 AFM lifters have been replaced due to the fact that they collapsed about 20k miles ago) and h…

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## [Oil Qualilty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-qualilty/79955)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-qualilty/79955 "2013-06-22T15:44:54Z")

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Does anyone have any actual information on differences in oil quality? In the winter I use synthetic 0W30 for easy starting and fast lubrication, but I have taken to using anything the rest of the year. I don't tow anyt…

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## [2001 Prius Inverter Converter Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-prius-inverter-converter-problem/79967)

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**Author:** [@Driving\_Memory](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Driving_Memory)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2013, 8:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-prius-inverter-converter-problem/79967 "2013-06-22T08:09:49Z")

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We have a 2001 Prius, bought used last year for our daughter. It has a little over 100,000 miles. Fairly new battery for the electric part. In the fall it stalled, dealer said need to replace the inverter converter fo…

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