# Latest

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## [Powertrain issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/powertrain-issues/201054)

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**Author:** [@Jaretac\_194140](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaretac_194140)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2025, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/powertrain-issues/201054 "2025-07-18T19:32:17Z")

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Driving our van we suddenly got a check engine light and the engine noticably started to run rough. It seems like it runs rougher at lower speeds but at highway speeds improves some. We thought for a minute we got bad g…

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## [Fuel additives for a new cars - yes or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-additives-for-a-new-cars-yes-or-no/201070)

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**Author:** [@FSH003](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FSH003)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2025, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-additives-for-a-new-cars-yes-or-no/201070 "2025-07-18T17:09:37Z")

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If this question has been posted before, I apologize for a repeat on it. If not, who better than to ask people like you who enjoy their vehicles so much they are in a forum like this. So, what is your opinion on adding…

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## [2011 Audi A6 3.0T Repair Manual](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-audi-a6-3-0t-repair-manual/183567)

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**Author:** [@CygnusRift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CygnusRift)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 10:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-audi-a6-3-0t-repair-manual/183567 "2025-07-17T10:06:37Z")

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Hi everyone. I just bought a 2011 Audi A6 3.0T recently (that I believe is the C6 platform) and am looking to get a repair manual for it so i’ll know what the heck i’m dealing with. From what i’ve found, it seems like e…

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## [Toyota starter snap ring tool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-starter-snap-ring-tool/201069)

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**Author:** [@bzb882](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzb882)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 18, 2025, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-starter-snap-ring-tool/201069 "2025-07-18T04:41:59Z")

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I need to rebuild the starter on my 2015 Toyota Avalon. None of my snap ring tools are small enough to remove the external snap ring located under the rubber plug at the end of the starter. Can anyone recommend a snap …

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## [Rub-o-matic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rub-o-matic/200995)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rub-o-matic/200995 "2025-07-17T22:56:29Z")

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Ever used rub-o-matic?

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## [How Hard is it to Learn How to Change Brake Pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-learn-how-to-change-brake-pads/201063)

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**Author:** [@Katmoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katmoth)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-learn-how-to-change-brake-pads/201063 "2025-07-17T22:56:23Z")

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I’ve heard it’s not too hard to change brake pads. I change my own oil and filter. I’ve replaced an alternator. But that’s all the experience I have. How hard would it be for me to change my brake pads? Whats the best…

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## [Strange sound front passenger side mazda 3 2015](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-sound-front-passenger-side-mazda-3-2015/201058)

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**Author:** [@bruhmomentum197\_194143](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bruhmomentum197_194143)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-sound-front-passenger-side-mazda-3-2015/201058 "2025-07-17T22:05:34Z")

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Hi, I am having trouble identifying this noise, seemingly coming from the passenger side around the engine bay or drivetrain area. Anyway, doesn’t sound particularly good but at the same time it came abruptly one morning…

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## [Fix Transmission or Cut Bait](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-transmission-or-cut-bait/188747)

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**Author:** [@Katmoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katmoth)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-transmission-or-cut-bait/188747 "2025-07-17T20:48:17Z")

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I am looking for advice - I have a lemon of 2019 Traverse - that was in the shop 3 months last year with electrical issues - last week it’s transmission seized. The transmissionr seized several thousand miles over warra…

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## [Kia paint peeling/flaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-paint-peeling-flaking/201042)

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**Author:** [@shaye30\_194134](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shaye30_194134)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-paint-peeling-flaking/201042 "2025-07-17T15:47:52Z")

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If anyone has had trouble with peeling or flaking of their paint on a Kia please go here and file a complaint. The more complaints that are filed for the same issue the better the chances are that they’re forced to issue…

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## [Rekeying a Civic door cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rekeying-a-civic-door-cylinder/193054)

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**Author:** [@cart.alk.kyoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cart.alk.kyoo)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rekeying-a-civic-door-cylinder/193054 "2025-07-17T14:46:50Z")

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The locks on both of my front doors on my 2003 Honda Civic EX became frozen or jammed a couple years ago. The remote hasn’t worked since I bought the car. I’ve just been leaving it unlocked, but recently some minor thing…

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## [1985 chevy c10 power window wiring question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-chevy-c10-power-window-wiring-question/173504)

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**Author:** [@Garrett-17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garrett-17)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2025, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-chevy-c10-power-window-wiring-question/173504 "2025-07-16T20:43:30Z")

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Hello, I am working on the wiring for the power windows of my truck and there is a connector (image attached below) that I have no idea what for. It is right next another connector that powers the motor of the window. T…

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## [How can a vehicles alignment get knocked out of whack with no damage to anything?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-a-vehicles-alignment-get-knocked-out-of-whack-with-no-damage-to-anything/200931)

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**Author:** [@Old-Days-Rick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Old-Days-Rick)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2025, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-a-vehicles-alignment-get-knocked-out-of-whack-with-no-damage-to-anything/200931 "2025-07-16T16:27:43Z")

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So I was hooning my vehicle and I will not lie, I crashed into a curb. It bent the rim and the steering wheel felt very off. I had a top alignment shop look at it and they said i knocked the toe out. How does that get…

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## [020 Dodge Durango - Bogs down at high RPMs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/020-dodge-durango-bogs-down-at-high-rpms/201033)

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**Author:** [@ThomasMooney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasMooney)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2025, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/020-dodge-durango-bogs-down-at-high-rpms/201033 "2025-07-16T16:06:09Z")

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The engine bogs down slightly when operating in higher RPM’s. No check engine light.

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## [2020 Kia Sportage - Peeling paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-sportage-peeling-paint/199487)

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**Author:** [@7Towers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/7Towers)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2025, 9:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-kia-sportage-peeling-paint/199487 "2025-07-16T09:54:36Z")

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In August 2023 I purchased a 2020 Kia Sportage with 6,800 miles. Currently it has 17,000 miles and the clear coat is peeling off both side mirrors and also the liftgate. My climate isn’t harsh by any means. This is clear…

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## [Windshield wiper blades trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-blades-trouble/201012)

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**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 16, 2025, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-blades-trouble/201012 "2025-07-16T02:05:00Z")

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Now I am so old I remember just replacing the rubber strip, Casually mentioned it to the younging, never heard of such a thing but it makes sense. Well finally on the third brand of blades that would not work he called a…

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## [Hot rod at show](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-rod-at-show/201025)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hot-rod-at-show/201025 "2025-07-15T12:36:37Z")

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Was at car show this weekend. I parked where white truck is. This is hotel we stayed at. After we left for dinner the suburban caught on fire. Close call

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## [2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class - How much for shocks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-gl-class-how-much-for-shocks/201022)

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**Author:** [@riccorush](https://community.cartalk.com/u/riccorush)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mercedes-benz-gl-class-how-much-for-shocks/201022 "2025-07-15T01:39:13Z")

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Need rear shocks replaced, how much will it cost?

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## [ECU always turning on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecu-always-turning-on-and-off/201010)

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**Author:** [@dianiskovamonika\_194113](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dianiskovamonika_194113)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ecu-always-turning-on-and-off/201010 "2025-07-14T16:08:47Z")

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Hi, I started learning about cars so I bought no start ford mondeo mk4 with electrical problem. When the wake up signal comes to the ecm, the ecm starts to always turning on and off. Thats why also other components like …

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## [PHEV never uses ICM](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phev-never-uses-icm/200982)

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**Author:** [@David-Kirsch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/David-Kirsch)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 2:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phev-never-uses-icm/200982 "2025-07-14T14:58:06Z")

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I have a 2025 GLC350e. This is a PHV with a 54 mile electric only vehicle. In actuality it charges to a 72 mile electric range! In any event, with the big electric only range it is entirely possible that I will go months…

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## [‘What's to Love About the New Jersey Turnpike? Everything.’](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-to-love-about-the-new-jersey-turnpike-everything/200954)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-to-love-about-the-new-jersey-turnpike-everything/200954 "2025-07-14T03:32:06Z")

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https://archive.is/WwFgT for those without a subscription.

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## [P2122 code: new accelerator pedal/sensor, but still stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2122-code-new-accelerator-pedal-sensor-but-still-stalls/201013)

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**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p2122-code-new-accelerator-pedal-sensor-but-still-stalls/201013 "2025-07-14T02:07:06Z")

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2007 Nissan Versa. Acceleration felt weird one morning–revs would lag: they’d happen a few moments after pressing pedal and stayed high for a bit after releasing pedal, and generally I didn’t feel much power. Then accel…

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## [2016 Subaru Outback - Hesitates - then goes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-hesitates-then-goes/200948)

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**Author:** [@3.6Rbpell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3.6Rbpell)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2025, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-subaru-outback-hesitates-then-goes/200948 "2025-07-12T23:53:32Z")

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Engine: 3.6R - runs rough, hesitation to move when pressing the gas at low speeds, then suddenly taking off seconds later.

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## [2010 Volkswagen Beetle - Headliner issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-beetle-headliner-issues/200941)

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**Author:** [@Trinamatt1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trinamatt1)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2025, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-volkswagen-beetle-headliner-issues/200941 "2025-07-12T14:02:10Z")

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Interior ceiling lining coming loose Need repaired, not replaced.

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## [Desperation at Nissan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperation-at-nissan/200463)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 8:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/desperation-at-nissan/200463 "2025-07-10T20:50:11Z")

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They must really be in deep doo-doo. https://www.motor1.com/news/760701/nissan-sell-headquarters-report/

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## [What size rims can I fit on a 2011 Subaru Impreza 2.5i premium?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587)

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**Author:** [@Brant.Langley\_177395](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brant.Langley_177395)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-size-rims-can-i-fit-on-a-2011-subaru-impreza-2-5i-premium/179587 "2025-07-10T20:36:45Z")

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Hi! I was just wondering what size rims I can fit on my current Subaru Impreza. My stock rims right now are 5x100 16x6.5,+55. I want to go with 5x100 17x8+37. Will these rims fit my car without rubbing? Any help would be…

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## [Issue with 13 Hyundai Elantra not starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-13-hyundai-elantra-not-starting/200950)

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**Author:** [@essig202\_194091](https://community.cartalk.com/u/essig202_194091)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/issue-with-13-hyundai-elantra-not-starting/200950 "2025-07-10T20:12:03Z")

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Hey all, was hoping for some confirmation here. My girlfriends 2013 hyundai elantra has been having an issue wafter sitting overnight it wont start next morning. Checked the battery first to see if it was a battery eve…

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## [2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Coolant light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-coolant-light/200953)

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**Author:** [@Bones11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bones11)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-coolant-light/200953 "2025-07-10T18:38:22Z")

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The engine emergency coolant lights goes & car does not start?

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## [Hyundai/Kia class action settlement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-kia-class-action-settlement/200951)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 3:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-kia-class-action-settlement/200951 "2025-07-10T15:17:50Z")

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No, this has nothing to do with defective engines. Instead, it provides a small cash settlement for people who own(ed) or lease(d) certain Hyundais and Kias with defective airbags.

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## [Strange noise from front end of civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-noise-from-front-end-of-civic/200938)

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**Author:** [@Brant.Langley\_177395](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brant.Langley_177395)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/strange-noise-from-front-end-of-civic/200938 "2025-07-10T13:14:44Z")

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Can you guys hels me figure out what is wrong with my 2012 civic? The front left of my car is making a crunching sound when I drive. The tire sounds like it’s rubbing against the fender but it’s not. Could it be a cv axl…

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## [Lexus IS LED check engine light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-is-led-check-engine-light/200937)

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**Author:** [@Clueless33](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clueless33)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2025, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-is-led-check-engine-light/200937 "2025-07-10T00:05:59Z")

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Hello everyone! I was ( and still is) ill for some time and left my car with my sister. The battery then started to fail within a month of my absence and my brother in law would jump start the car whenever necessary. …

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