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## [2018 Ford Transit Connect - Belt failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-transit-connect-belt-failure/184194)

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**Author:** [@Tjacc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tjacc)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2022, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-transit-connect-belt-failure/184194 "2022-05-20T19:08:24Z")

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My 2018 Transit van, just over 91,000 mileage, suddenly shut of while on the road at 2 a.m leaving me stranded. Had to have it towed to a garage. No warning, no indicator. When the mechanic checked it the next day he inf…

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## [Radial Pull](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radial-pull/85138)

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**Author:** [@inspector3500](https://community.cartalk.com/u/inspector3500)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2022, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radial-pull/85138 "2022-05-20T18:43:09Z")

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My truck has always pulled to the right. I was told by Dodge it was the way the camber was set so the tiers would track straight at highway speeds, even on the highway I thought it pulled hard to the right. My arm would …

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## [My 2008 BMW 118d wont start. The start motor cranks for 1 second and then gives up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2008-bmw-118d-wont-start-the-start-motor-cranks-for-1-second-and-then-gives-up/183957)

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**Author:** [@viktorb67\_180629](https://community.cartalk.com/u/viktorb67_180629)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2022, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2008-bmw-118d-wont-start-the-start-motor-cranks-for-1-second-and-then-gives-up/183957 "2022-05-20T13:42:51Z")

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(2008 BMW 118d) Hello. I have a problem with my car, it wont start. The engine cranks sometimes 0.5 sec and sometimes 1.5 sec and it gives up. And i have no idéa what it is. I replaced my battery 3 months ago so that sho…

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## [Russia resumes production of Soviet Era Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/russia-resumes-production-of-soviet-era-cars/184210)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/russia-resumes-production-of-soviet-era-cars/184210 "2022-05-19T22:44:39Z")

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Seems Russia is running low on cars, decides to resume production of Moskvich.

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## [HVAC issue: Blend door stuck on Hot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hvac-issue-blend-door-stuck-on-hot/184199)

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**Author:** [@Grillstone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Grillstone)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hvac-issue-blend-door-stuck-on-hot/184199 "2022-05-19T22:38:24Z")

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Hi! I need some advice on an HVAC issue with a 1999 Mercury Sable. It’s an LS so it has a climate control system (you set a temp rather than just a cold/hot knob) I was driving on a nice warm day with the AC on, and al…

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## [2012 Hyundai Genesis - Dash crack and gas smell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-genesis-dash-crack-and-gas-smell/184189)

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**Author:** [@Ambush45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ambush45)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 10:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-genesis-dash-crack-and-gas-smell/184189 "2022-05-19T22:31:14Z")

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Cracked dash on passenger side above air bag!! Always have sun visor up and treat with vinyl/leather protection. I dont understand how it still happens. Also gas smell/fumes from rear of vehicle after fill up. SO ANNOYIN…

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## [Hyundai HB20 1.6 Gamma Engine Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-hb20-1-6-gamma-engine-noise/184206)

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**Author:** [@gabccin\_180835](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gabccin_180835)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-hb20-1-6-gamma-engine-noise/184206 "2022-05-19T21:22:18Z")

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Hello, how are you doing? I’m from Brazil and I have an automatic Hyundai HB20 that has a 1.6 Gamma Engine with 26000 miles (F4FA/F4FC) and it’s making a whining noise around 1500RPM, it only happens when the car is war…

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## [GAS MILEAGE: Another reason to fix the problem causing that "check engine" light!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-another-reason-to-fix-the-problem-causing-that-check-engine-light/184167)

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**Author:** [@cwatkin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwatkin)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-another-reason-to-fix-the-problem-causing-that-check-engine-light/184167 "2022-05-19T15:13:03Z")

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Everyone is concerned about mileage lately. I recently talked a friend into replacing a $50 oxygen sensor that had been throwing a code for years. I told him it would pay for itself in two fill ups. I have heard sever…

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## [Advice on buying Nissan Rogue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-nissan-rogue/184209)

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**Author:** [@Kevan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kevan)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-nissan-rogue/184209 "2022-05-19T14:42:26Z")

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Hello! This weekend, I’m buying either a 2009 Nissan Rogue SL with 89,296 miles or a 2013 Rogue S with 108,318 miles. Price difference is $1,000. Which is the better choice?? My instinct is to go with lower mileage, but…

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## [Jacking up corner pinch weld, 2 wheels lifting up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-up-corner-pinch-weld-2-wheels-lifting-up/183896)

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**Author:** [@snahfu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snahfu)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [May 19, 2022, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jacking-up-corner-pinch-weld-2-wheels-lifting-up/183896 "2022-05-19T00:52:22Z")

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I noticed when I jack up a corner pinch weld, BOTH the front and rear wheel will start lifting up even though I am only jacking one spot. (e.g. If i jack the pinch weld on the rear passenger side, the front passenger sid…

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## [The Washington Post's David von Drehle and Catherine Rampell laud the new F-150 Lightning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-washington-posts-david-von-drehle-and-catherine-rampell-laud-the-new-f-150-lightning/184207)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-washington-posts-david-von-drehle-and-catherine-rampell-laud-the-new-f-150-lightning/184207 "2022-05-18T20:11:36Z")

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## [2006 Toyota 4Runner - Knock issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-4runner-knock-issues/184181)

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**Author:** [@Brokedown2022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brokedown2022)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-4runner-knock-issues/184181 "2022-05-18T16:54:57Z")

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I drove my 2006 Toyota 4Runner for a year and a half with a knock (only for lack of funds to get it repaired) but also it never affected the way it handled or drove - it never ran hot - it didn’t use any oil or other flu…

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## [A/C is cold until the fan is on high, then it's warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-is-cold-until-the-fan-is-on-high-then-its-warm/92702)

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**Author:** [@Mitchmiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchmiller)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-is-cold-until-the-fan-is-on-high-then-its-warm/92702 "2022-05-18T14:30:03Z")

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When the a/c fan is on any setting other than the highest setting the air comes out cold. When the fan is set to the highest setting, it only comes out warm. This happens regardless of a/c or max a/c setting, regardless …

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## [Auto dealers are wealthy!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-dealers-are-wealthy/184152)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-dealers-are-wealthy/184152 "2022-05-18T03:04:18Z")

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'A groundbreaking 2019 study by four economists, "Capitalists in the Twenty-First Century," (https://eml.berkeley.edu/~yagan/Capitalists.pdf) analyzed de-identified data of the complete universe of American taxpayers to…

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## [Van stopped with SUV inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-stopped-with-suv-inside/184061)

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**Author:** [@wolyrobb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolyrobb)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/van-stopped-with-suv-inside/184061 "2022-05-18T03:00:47Z")

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Photo courtesy of traffic stop by Okanogan Trooper Cunningham on SR97 MP290 (just south of Pateros

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## [Megane 1.5 dci-High biting point after new clutch replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/megane-1-5-dci-high-biting-point-after-new-clutch-replacement/184197)

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**Author:** [@Slayer92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Slayer92)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2022, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/megane-1-5-dci-high-biting-point-after-new-clutch-replacement/184197 "2022-05-17T23:51:17Z")

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Hello, At 190 000 km, I changed the whole clutch kit( flywheel, disk, pressure plate, release bearing) because I had clutch slipping, stiff pedal, and a high biting point. The mechanic confirmed that the previous clutch…

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## [1992 Chrysler LeBaron - Wire harness fixed it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chrysler-lebaron-wire-harness-fixed-it/184191)

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**Author:** [@frank07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frank07)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2022, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1992-chrysler-lebaron-wire-harness-fixed-it/184191 "2022-05-17T23:20:26Z")

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My 92 lebaron was in limp mode locked in 2nd gear automatic 4spd…changed many parts the finally unwrapped wire harness near the trans also near exhaust and radiator hose and trans lines…any place there was heat…I did not…

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## [2002 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck - Transmission issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-transmission-issues/184166)

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**Author:** [@AH3K](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AH3K)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2022, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-transmission-issues/184166 "2022-05-17T22:01:37Z")

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02 Tundra 4.7 V8, ext cab A/T - shifting out of PARK, will only go down to REVERSE, but NOT into Drive or lower… starts/runs fine and DOES move in Reverse.

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## [Toggle Switch Options for 12V Socket](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toggle-switch-options-for-12v-socket/184171)

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**Author:** [@SolluxDivide](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SolluxDivide)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 17, 2022, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toggle-switch-options-for-12v-socket/184171 "2022-05-17T03:41:14Z")

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Hi, First post. I have been looking for quite a while for some sort of Toggle Switch for my 12V lighter socket in my ford fusion 06. The cabin 12v socket does not turn off after seemingly any time so I’m afraid my batter…

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## [How do I pass inspection in Texas with a check engine light (clearing codes)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-pass-inspection-in-texas-with-a-check-engine-light-clearing-codes/184092)

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**Author:** [@nickc498](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nickc498)\
**Replies:** 65\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-pass-inspection-in-texas-with-a-check-engine-light-clearing-codes/184092 "2022-05-16T23:38:40Z")

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Hello. I’m getting a P0420 code due to oil burning and leaking which is causing issues with the catalytic converter. Someone told me that I should clear the code, drive 60 miles, and then get the inspection done. They …

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## [Tesla Model 3 autonomous driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-model-3-autonomous-driving/183973)

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**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tesla-model-3-autonomous-driving/183973 "2022-05-16T21:58:44Z")

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A buddy of mine is GM of a local Tesla dealership. He called me this morning and invited me to go to lunch with him. when he came to the house, I asked him “who’s driving?” He replied with a smile, “the car”. We got in …

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## [2018 Chevy Tahoe won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevy-tahoe-won-t-start/184131)

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**Author:** [@PappaBear23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PappaBear23)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevy-tahoe-won-t-start/184131 "2022-05-16T19:48:46Z")

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This one is a doosey Drove back from work yesterday and parked my car like normal at my apartment complex. My commute is only 15 minutes. Go back 3 hours later to go out, go to start the car. Nothing. No cranking, no …

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## [2015 Dodge Caravan - Nav won't accept any inputs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-caravan-nav-wont-accept-any-inputs/184169)

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**Author:** [@alan54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alan54)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-caravan-nav-wont-accept-any-inputs/184169 "2022-05-16T13:13:30Z")

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navigation not accepting data input 2015 dodge grand caravan

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## [Aftermarket Parts for Exotic Super Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-parts-for-exotic-super-cars/184138)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 12:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aftermarket-parts-for-exotic-super-cars/184138 "2022-05-16T12:08:08Z")

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Where online can you get aftermarket parts for “Exotic Super Cats”? I can’t find any. I’m wondering if these type of manufactures like Lamborghini or Bugatti don’t allow third party manufacturers to make aftermarket part…

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## [When the clutch is pushed, a squeak occurs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-the-clutch-is-pushed-a-squeak-occurs/184154)

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**Author:** [@2010MNTriton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/2010MNTriton)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 11:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-the-clutch-is-pushed-a-squeak-occurs/184154 "2022-05-16T11:37:02Z")

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When I push the clutch, it squeaks whilst I’m moving the pedal, stops when the clutch is fully depressed, then squeaks as I release the clutch. Happens both with the engine on and off and I’ve confirmed it’s not the peda…

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## [2018 Toyota Land Cruiser - Tire pressure question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-land-cruiser-tire-pressure-question/184173)

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**Author:** [@Rusty49](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty49)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 11:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-land-cruiser-tire-pressure-question/184173 "2022-05-16T11:08:56Z")

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Recommended tyre pressure for Toyo all terrain tyres

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## [Holding onto the sofa on his roof with his hand](https://community.cartalk.com/t/holding-onto-the-sofa-on-his-roof-with-his-hand/184151)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 16, 2022, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/holding-onto-the-sofa-on-his-roof-with-his-hand/184151 "2022-05-16T04:28:39Z")

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I saw a guy driving down Silver this afternoon in a compact with a sofa on his roof. He held it down with his hand.

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## [2015 Altima ran low oil won't crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-altima-ran-low-oil-wont-crank/184148)

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**Author:** [@brendanfitz9\_180789](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brendanfitz9_180789)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2022, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-altima-ran-low-oil-wont-crank/184148 "2022-05-15T23:59:43Z")

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2015 Nissan Altima I got back from out of town and my friend had been using my car went to start and no crank at all. Oil was under car and looked to be leaking. Went to start and nothing. Friend has gone AWOL and I’m…

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## [ABS light problems/Transmission problems/speedometer problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-light-problems-transmission-problems-speedometer-problems/182755)

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**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2022, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/abs-light-problems-transmission-problems-speedometer-problems/182755 "2022-05-15T23:44:39Z")

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I have a 2008 Silverado 1500. I started having problems with the transmission out of the blue not wanting to shift out of 1st gear when taking off from a red light or just taking off. I could manually shift to 2nd but …

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## [1999 GMC Jimmy - Cuts in and out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-gmc-jimmy-cuts-in-and-out/184145)

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**Author:** [@brian01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brian01)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2022, 11:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-gmc-jimmy-cuts-in-and-out/184145 "2022-05-15T23:20:41Z")

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car starts easy and sounds good but when driving 50 it cuts in and out

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