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## [2002 volvo v70xc - 3 rear angle gears blown out in 6 months](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-3-rear-angle-gears-blown-out-in-6-months/78530)

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**Author:** [@Rearanglegeargirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rearanglegeargirl)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-volvo-v70xc-3-rear-angle-gears-blown-out-in-6-months/78530 "2013-05-02T23:36:33Z")

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My 2002 awd v70xc wagon has blown out three angle gears since October of 2012. Every time I have been driving 70 mph on a highway for about one hour. A huge cloud of white smoke blows out of the tailpipe and hood and all…

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## [\*\*Update\*\* Engine question for 1986 Dodge Caravan cargo (Mini Ram)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-engine-question-for-1986-dodge-caravan-cargo-mini-ram/79079)

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**Author:** [@e86mopar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/e86mopar)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 11:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-engine-question-for-1986-dodge-caravan-cargo-mini-ram/79079 "2013-05-02T23:07:58Z")

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Hello, I had posted a question in late March about the very loud timing chain noise in my Mitsubishi 2.6 engine. It has 105k miles on it. I ordered a new complete timing chain kit and oil pump from an online autoparts …

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## [Preventative maintenance needed for low-mileage 2001 Volvo S60?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-maintenance-needed-for-low-mileage-2001-volvo-s60/79025)

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**Author:** [@DontDriveMuch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DontDriveMuch)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/preventative-maintenance-needed-for-low-mileage-2001-volvo-s60/79025 "2013-05-02T22:50:29Z")

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I have a 2001 Volvo S60. I bought it used in 2002 with 13,000 miles on it. I now have just over 45,000 miles on it. Everything is original - tires, timing belt, etc. It is stored in a garage and I generally drive it …

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## [Malibu shimmy and shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/malibu-shimmy-and-shake/79054)

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**Author:** [@car61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/car61)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/malibu-shimmy-and-shake/79054 "2013-05-02T22:03:29Z")

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Help!!! My 2007 4 cyl. Malibu does a shimmy and shake when I step on the brakes. It seems to be worse when traveling at a faster rate of speed then when driving around town.

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## [Car will not go into reverse](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-go-into-reverse/79077)

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**Author:** [@Benjamin\_Torres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Benjamin_Torres)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-will-not-go-into-reverse/79077 "2013-05-02T19:53:51Z")

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My 2000 Chevy Tracker will not go into reverse. Had tranmission drained and cleaned. Still won't go into reverse. Does this model have a separate reverse cable?

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## [Best Used vehicle for obese passenger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-vehicle-for-obese-passenger/79031)

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**Author:** [@wandelia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wandelia)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-vehicle-for-obese-passenger/79031 "2013-05-02T19:27:27Z")

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We need to replace our 99 Chev Tahoe, but need a vehicle with lots of room for 6'4" 500 lb passenger. HELP!

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## [What to do when my engine seals all decide to leak at the same time?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-my-engine-seals-all-decide-to-leak-at-the-same-time/79053)

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**Author:** [@Anu7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anu7)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-do-when-my-engine-seals-all-decide-to-leak-at-the-same-time/79053 "2013-05-02T17:16:28Z")

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Hi all, I just towed my 1999 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport Wagon 4D to the dealer today because I had a major oil leak. I opened the hood and checked the oil level yesterday only to find out that there wasn't any oil le…

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## [Certified vs Non-Certified](https://community.cartalk.com/t/certified-vs-non-certified/79037)

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**Author:** [@mflower](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mflower)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/certified-vs-non-certified/79037 "2013-05-02T16:47:10Z")

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Hey there, need some help for my first time buying a car myself! I am on a rather strict budget and am looking for used cars (mostly hyundai's and nissan's but open to other makes). Anyway, some people I have talked to h…

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## [Axle spline failure on new toyota highlander hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/axle-spline-failure-on-new-toyota-highlander-hybrid/75024)

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**Author:** [@J88T88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J88T88)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/axle-spline-failure-on-new-toyota-highlander-hybrid/75024 "2013-05-02T16:07:32Z")

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My 2012 Toyota highlander hybrid with 7000 miles experienced a broken axle this week. The splines are basically gone. This occurred on the driver's side, fortunately when I was driving slowly so no one was hurt. Has a…

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## [5W20 oil viscosity issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5w20-oil-viscosity-issue/79035)

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**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/5w20-oil-viscosity-issue/79035 "2013-05-02T14:31:48Z")

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My Snapper mower has a 11.5 hp B&S OHV engine that was filled with 5W20 oil for storage over the winter to enable me to start it occasionally in the cold weather to keep the fuel system from gumming up. Today I fired it…

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## [Shop wouldn't give back old rim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shop-wouldnt-give-back-old-rim/78410)

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**Author:** [@breezy022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breezy022)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 9:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shop-wouldnt-give-back-old-rim/78410 "2013-05-02T09:17:36Z")

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I hit a pothole in my car on Easter morning. I had to leave it on the side of the road until today because no where was open. My husband took the whole rim and tire to a tire shop, and they ordered a new rim and tire. Th…

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## [Leaking boot rack n pinion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-boot-rack-n-pinion/79056)

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**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 5:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-boot-rack-n-pinion/79056 "2013-05-02T05:58:04Z")

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1996 Toy Corolla 151000mi Had it diagnost at a reliable garage they said rack had slight leak at one boot should not be a problem.Distributor slight leak I ck. could not find any leak told it should be fixed think I wi…

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## [2007 Tahoe Transfer Case not Engaging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-tahoe-transfer-case-not-engaging/79072)

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**Author:** [@fowlplay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fowlplay)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-tahoe-transfer-case-not-engaging/79072 "2013-05-02T04:24:41Z")

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My transfer case went out on my 07 Tahoe. I replaced it with a professional rebuilt and also put a new encoder motor on it. The truck says it is in "N" and the light flashes for 2wd for a bit and then goes out. I also…

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## [Car Repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair/79064)

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**Author:** [@ewharton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ewharton)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-repair/79064 "2013-05-02T03:37:50Z")

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We have a 2002 Chevy Impala. Sometimes our car just doesn't start...very unpredictable. Just doesn't turn over...no grinding, etc. We have checked the battery and have had a new starter put in. Any thoughts?

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## [92 f150 just shut off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-f150-just-shut-off-while-driving/79048)

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**Author:** [@fillyp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fillyp)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/92-f150-just-shut-off-while-driving/79048 "2013-05-02T03:33:29Z")

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i have a 92 ford f150 that ran great up until i was driving the other day and my trucks engine just shut off, like i turned the key off. it wouldnt restart. towed it home, let it sit, and tried again..cranks fine, still …

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## [Front tires bounce crazily when go over a bump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-tires-bounce-crazily-when-go-over-a-bump/79002)

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**Author:** [@henk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/henk)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-tires-bounce-crazily-when-go-over-a-bump/79002 "2013-05-02T03:11:20Z")

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my jeep cherokee would begin to bounce crazily when I went over a bump in road. I wouldn't stop until I slowed down

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## [2010 VW Jetta TDI timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-tdi-timing-belt/79066)

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**Author:** [@setarrant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/setarrant)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-vw-jetta-tdi-timing-belt/79066 "2013-05-02T02:44:58Z")

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recently had a "mechanic" replace the timing belt in my 2010 Jetta TDI Wagon. The MPG dropped from 50 to 42 and it started running a little off. Took it back, they tried again and it went to 36. Took it to another mechan…

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## [2004 mazda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda/79008)

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**Author:** [@Crystler05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Crystler05)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda/79008 "2013-05-02T02:23:17Z")

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it has a rebuilt title 140k miles there selling it for $3500 good deal?

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## [Could a thermostat cause catastrophic engine failure of calipers and pistons?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-thermostat-cause-catastrophic-engine-failure-of-calipers-and-pistons/79052)

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**Author:** [@Pcols](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pcols)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-a-thermostat-cause-catastrophic-engine-failure-of-calipers-and-pistons/79052 "2013-05-02T01:00:31Z")

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I have a 2002 jeep Liberty with 96K miles. It was working fine and just stopped and had to be towed. I have a Chrysler extended warranty and a 3rd party "independent reviewer" said the thermostat overheated and thus …

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## [Thought I knew how to drive a manual transmission - Your thoughts, please](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thought-i-knew-how-to-drive-a-manual-transmission-your-thoughts-please/79057)

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**Author:** [@lgmench](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lgmench)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thought-i-knew-how-to-drive-a-manual-transmission-your-thoughts-please/79057 "2013-05-02T00:29:41Z")

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No, this isn't about 1st or reverse (no load). I have always shifted 2nd through 5th (and 5th to 1st) gear the same way. Press the clutch all the way down and get off the accelerator. Put the shift selector in the gea…

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## [Suby Outback / Windshield Wiper fluid issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suby-outback-windshield-wiper-fluid-issue/79063)

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**Author:** [@timmyv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/timmyv)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 2, 2013, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suby-outback-windshield-wiper-fluid-issue/79063 "2013-05-02T00:19:48Z")

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My 2001 Suby Outback has been having problems dispensing wiper fluid (front windshield) when I push the wiper fluid button on the steering column. Yes, there is wiper fluid in the resivoir. Does it need to be at a certa…

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## [Replacing My 2000Toyota RAV 4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-my-2000toyota-rav-4/79050)

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**Author:** [@BrownEyes1970](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrownEyes1970)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-my-2000toyota-rav-4/79050 "2013-05-01T21:52:57Z")

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I am trying to find a suitable replacement for my beloved 2000 Toyota RAV 4. I have test driven several different small suvs and I have been disappointed in almost all of them. I had high hopes for the Subaru Forester …

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## [Oil Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak/78479)

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**Author:** [@adondria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adondria)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-leak/78479 "2013-05-01T21:48:51Z")

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I drive a 97' Chevy cav', I have recently noticed that I have an oil leak. There isn't a puddle under the car yet but when I look under the car there is oil on two metal lines by the radiator. I assuming that they are th…

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## [What years/makes of cars will a 2001 Hyundai Elantra donut fit?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-years-makes-of-cars-will-a-2001-hyundai-elantra-donut-fit/79000)

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**Author:** [@Darcie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darcie)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-years-makes-of-cars-will-a-2001-hyundai-elantra-donut-fit/79000 "2013-05-01T21:24:14Z")

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Hi- I have a 2001 Hyundai Elantra donut for sale, along with the kit- all that came in the trunk. I'd like to know what other years these items would fit/work on, so I can best advertise it. Can someone tell me?

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## [HELP! How do you change the transmission shift cable on a 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan AWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-how-do-you-change-the-transmission-shift-cable-on-a-1993-dodge-grand-caravan-awd/79060)

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**Author:** [@RHIBDriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RHIBDriver)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-how-do-you-change-the-transmission-shift-cable-on-a-1993-dodge-grand-caravan-awd/79060 "2013-05-01T20:52:58Z")

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I have had the worst month of my life!!! I own seven cars and they have all broken down this month, five of them in the last four days. It all started on Saturday.... I was driving to work on Saturday in my 2006 T&C an…

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## [White Smoke](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke/78997)

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**Author:** [@adondria](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adondria)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 10:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke/78997 "2013-05-01T10:21:07Z")

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I have a 97 cavalier. Today, after running rather normally, it began blowing white smoke out of the tailpipe. There seems to be a sluggishness in the sound of the engine. It doesn't want to get up past about 30 mph as we…

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## [1997 VW Eurovan Electrical Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-vw-eurovan-electrical-problem/79024)

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**Author:** [@Surfgator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Surfgator)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 8:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-vw-eurovan-electrical-problem/79024 "2013-05-01T08:57:37Z")

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While driving, a rapid clicking sound randomly comes from under and to the left of the steering wheel and the van concurrently has stuttered power. It still drives but is rapidly getting worse with frequency and we are o…

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## [Transmission in a Honda Accord- Can it be saved?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-in-a-honda-accord-can-it-be-saved/79015)

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**Author:** [@NicoleS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NicoleS)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 8:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-in-a-honda-accord-can-it-be-saved/79015 "2013-05-01T08:50:28Z")

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I am a happy owner of a 98 Honda Accord Lx (4 cylinder). This car and I have been through a lot. A few weeks ago I went into the dealership because the check engine light came on. They said I had no oil in the car, did a…

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## [Main relay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-relay/78879)

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**Author:** [@Mom\_oh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mom_oh)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 8:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/main-relay/78879 "2013-05-01T08:42:47Z")

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Where is the location of the main relay on a 1986 Honda accord lx?

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## [06 Tundra/Slack in gas pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-tundra-slack-in-gas-pedal/79055)

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**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 1, 2013, 6:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-tundra-slack-in-gas-pedal/79055 "2013-05-01T06:28:38Z")

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This truck has about an inch of slack in the gas pedal. I looked under the hood but didn't find any throttle cable and i have not crawled under the truck. Is the linkage adjustable? Inch of slack....i push on gas peda…

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