# Latest

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## [Brooke Kaio Newbie](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brooke-kaio-newbie/181096)

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**Author:** [@saawconceptst\_178483](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saawconceptst_178483)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brooke-kaio-newbie/181096 "2021-12-06T21:47:44Z")

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Brooke Kaio here, I just joined this forum.

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## [2009 Buick Enclave - TPMS issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-buick-enclave-tpms-issue/181066)

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**Author:** [@mable2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mable2)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-buick-enclave-tpms-issue/181066 "2021-12-06T21:29:40Z")

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i have a 2009 enclave suv and the tires are not reading the correct amount of air in the tires.

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## [2008 Mitsubishi Outlander - Well, it wasn't the starter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mitsubishi-outlander-well-it-wasnt-the-starter/181100)

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**Author:** [@Tam56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tam56)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mitsubishi-outlander-well-it-wasnt-the-starter/181100 "2021-12-06T20:25:18Z")

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Mitsubishi Outlander not starting a new starter was put in and the car still won’t start .

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## [2002 Saturn SL - Problem after alignment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-sl-problem-after-alignment/181058)

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**Author:** [@Cornch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cornch)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-saturn-sl-problem-after-alignment/181058 "2021-12-06T20:00:36Z")

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After a front end alignment my car developed play in the steering, which it did NOT have before

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## [2003 Honda C-RV Cruise Control Not Working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-c-rv-cruise-control-not-working/181071)

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**Author:** [@mrsvictoriarich\_178473](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrsvictoriarich_178473)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-honda-c-rv-cruise-control-not-working/181071 "2021-12-06T20:00:21Z")

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Hi, my cruise control does not engage at all nor does the light on the dash come on when the switch is turned on. I went to the dealer and they said it was the main switch to the left of the dash. I replaced it and it d…

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## [2008 Toyota Matrix - Overheating question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-matrix-overheating-question/181077)

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**Author:** [@SimonJacob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SimonJacob)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 7:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-matrix-overheating-question/181077 "2021-12-06T19:22:18Z")

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The car over heat and we change the top gasket but still the temperature is still rising, thou we remove the thermostat of the car

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## [2022 Chevrolet Corvette - Seeking mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-chevrolet-corvette-seeking-mechanic/181049)

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**Author:** [@ArticBud](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ArticBud)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-chevrolet-corvette-seeking-mechanic/181049 "2021-12-06T19:12:45Z")

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Looking for a good place, and mechanic, that can work on C8 Corvettes.

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## [2019 Ranger Heat/AC Same Temp](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ranger-heat-ac-same-temp/181101)

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**Author:** [@jakeenloe25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jakeenloe25)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ranger-heat-ac-same-temp/181101 "2021-12-06T18:40:30Z")

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Hey Guys, I have a 2019 Ford Ranger XLT that has been perfect up until last weekend. Both the AC and Heat now blow at the same temperature, and thankfully that temperature is relatively comfortable. There is also no dua…

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## [2008 Buick Lucerne - Dies while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne-dies-while-driving/181026)

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**Author:** [@ZaireCrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZaireCrown)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-buick-lucerne-dies-while-driving/181026 "2021-12-06T17:32:59Z")

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Car dies while driving. No check engine light. Familiar with recall and already changed fuel pump relay.

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## [Want to argue about oil filters?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-argue-about-oil-filters/181043)

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**Author:** [@Purebred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Purebred)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-argue-about-oil-filters/181043 "2021-12-06T16:38:38Z")

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Just an FYI, tonight at 9:00 PM EST, Engine Masters on Motor Trend will be doing an “Oil Filter Shootout”. No idea what that will consist of, but might be interesting.

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## [Crack in tire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crack-in-tire/181084)

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**Author:** [@nsmodi73\_151512](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nsmodi73_151512)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crack-in-tire/181084 "2021-12-06T16:09:17Z")

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We had a flat yesterday, and I took it to a quickie lube place for a quick plug repair. The tires are about 3 years old and the guy told me that this crack in the tire would make it completely split apart once the weathe…

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## [Running warm condition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-warm-condition/178308)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/running-warm-condition/178308 "2021-12-05T15:26:44Z")

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My 07 3.4 torrent runs warm when not moving. Any speed above 1200 rpm and temp gauge never rises. The cooling fans are running. Ac works fine. I have had it for 1 yr. I think it has a slight headgasket issue as system st…

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## [A 2021 car question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-2021-car-question/179060)

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**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\
**Replies:** 59\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-2021-car-question/179060 "2021-12-06T02:10:04Z")

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I have a 2021 Kia Forte I purchased in January. Its now 8 months since purchase and I have about 2300 miles on the car but the car is saying it’s time for an oil change and service check. Is this needed with only 2300 …

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## [Regarding rust on a brake rotor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regarding-rust-on-a-brake-rotor/180750)

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**Author:** [@davetrouble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davetrouble)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [December 6, 2021, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regarding-rust-on-a-brake-rotor/180750 "2021-12-06T02:07:44Z")

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I was just thinking about rust on a brake rotor. I mean rust in the active area of the rotor where the pad would fall when the brakes are applied. I know that when the car is not being used and when there is moisture pre…

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## [Rare model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-model/180939)

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**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rare-model/180939 "2021-12-05T23:29:02Z")

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Here’s one I’ve never seen in person. No, I did not paste that up myself. I found on a Google Street View picture.

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## [Trying to figure out what this is](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-figure-out-what-this-is/180987)

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**Author:** [@zacharymoris99\_178421](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zacharymoris99_178421)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trying-to-figure-out-what-this-is/180987 "2021-12-05T23:23:53Z")

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Just got this used Toyota Sequoia. Strange piece attached to instrument panel. Anybody know what this is??

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## [2009 Toyota Corolla - Crushed dash issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-crushed-dash-issue/181052)

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**Author:** [@MikeO19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeO19)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-corolla-crushed-dash-issue/181052 "2021-12-05T22:22:16Z")

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had boxes of luxury vinyl plank slide forward when I had to hit my brakes and it hit my heat control knob and pushed in the dash. How do I fix it in a 2009 Toyota Corolla S

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## [Turbo detonation question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-detonation-question/181064)

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**Author:** [@galant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galant)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-detonation-question/181064 "2021-12-05T20:27:36Z")

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This is for a Hyundai Veloster turbo with less than 80K miles on it. Car has been babied with Synthetic euro oil every 3.5 K miles and top tier gasoline. Developed pinging under load since ~ 50K miles. This was resolved …

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## [Water sound in front when braking in slow traffic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-sound-in-front-when-braking-in-slow-traffic/180859)

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**Author:** [@Mac0908](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mac0908)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-sound-in-front-when-braking-in-slow-traffic/180859 "2021-12-05T19:52:30Z")

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Never ever heard this before so I gotta ask for some help. Had new front brake pads and rotors put in about a month ago. Just the other day while in slow traffic, creeping up a bit here and there, I began noticing what I…

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## [How Clean Do You Keep the Interior of Your Cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-clean-do-you-keep-the-interior-of-your-cars/180988)

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**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\
**Replies:** 39\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-clean-do-you-keep-the-interior-of-your-cars/180988 "2021-12-05T15:36:37Z")

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Just curious what the range of acceptability is? Years ago I had a co-worker who’s SUV was a total mess, the floors, seats were coated w/ various dried out breakfasts from years past. Toast crumbs, jam, yogurt, bacon…

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## [Alfa romeo mito 2009 - ABS problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alfa-romeo-mito-2009-abs-problem/181038)

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**Author:** [@dudisam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dudisam)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 9:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alfa-romeo-mito-2009-abs-problem/181038 "2021-12-05T09:47:14Z")

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Hello, I have Mito 2009 tjet 1.4 (155 hp) My rear right wheel is locking up during a heavy break and the car is pulling left when I break heavily (only when the abs is kicking in) There are not warning lights on dash …

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## [Citroen Engine in Peugeot 207](https://community.cartalk.com/t/citroen-engine-in-peugeot-207/181042)

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**Author:** [@Chris.nield\_178451](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris.nield_178451)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/citroen-engine-in-peugeot-207/181042 "2021-12-05T03:43:25Z")

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Hi all, recent bought a 2nd hand Peugeot 207 mplay, 07 plate, petrol. The car drives like new, however, there’s a Citroen engine in it. I’m assuming the original engine was replaced at some point? I know they’re both …

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## [2004 Jetta codes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jetta-codes/179901)

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**Author:** [@Lelandwinters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lelandwinters)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 12:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-jetta-codes/179901 "2021-12-05T00:48:43Z")

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I have a 2004 Jetta. Recently it through a code saying it had a misfire. Then it shows up that it was multiple cylinder misfire and the cat was performing below normal. I stopped at a store on my way home from getting th…

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## [2002 Mercury Sable - Won't crank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercury-sable-wont-crank/180965)

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**Author:** [@PamelaAlexander](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PamelaAlexander)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-mercury-sable-wont-crank/180965 "2021-12-05T00:38:45Z")

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I am having problems with the car cranking. It will crank and run fine, then it will not crank for hours. There is no recall on this. However this needs to be looked into. This car only has 88,000 miles on it.

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## [In today's used car market, does it make sense to do a "fix and flip"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-todays-used-car-market-does-it-make-sense-to-do-a-fix-and-flip/180887)

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**Author:** [@bcohen2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcohen2010)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-todays-used-car-market-does-it-make-sense-to-do-a-fix-and-flip/180887 "2021-12-05T00:25:38Z")

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I see a lot of non-working used cars for sale relatively cheap on Craigslist here, with the body in excellent condition. Mostly Hyundai and Kia models from the early 2000’s, some Chevrolet Aveos, etc. Most of these are…

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## [Tire warranty](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warranty/180982)

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**Author:** [@netmouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/netmouse)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [December 5, 2021, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-warranty/180982 "2021-12-05T00:02:25Z")

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I bought 4 new Michelin Premier tires 3 years ago. They were really hyped when I read up on them. Bought the best, I thought. My Toyota Corolla had 32,000 miles at the time. I was recently told that I need new tires.…

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## [What's the priciest repair you've had to make as a result of car owners neglecting basic maintenance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-priciest-repair-youve-had-to-make-as-a-result-of-car-owners-neglecting-basic-maintenance/181047)

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**Author:** [@katy.byrom\_178453](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katy.byrom_178453)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-priciest-repair-youve-had-to-make-as-a-result-of-car-owners-neglecting-basic-maintenance/181047 "2021-12-04T23:44:45Z")

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Curious to hear from mechanics about the worst situations you’ve seen/most expensive repairs you’ve had to make as a result of car owners neglecting basic maintenance (oil changes, brake checks, tires, scheduled maintena…

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## [Car struggles to start after having accessories on for 20 minutes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-struggles-to-start-after-having-accessories-on-for-20-minutes/180940)

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**Author:** [@hannahabuata](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hannahabuata)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-struggles-to-start-after-having-accessories-on-for-20-minutes/180940 "2021-12-04T22:28:44Z")

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I have a 2014 Nissan Altima, having an issue where I am parked for a little bit but sitting in the car. The car is off but I will turn the accessories on (radio, interior lights, sometimes exterior lights, A/C, phone cha…

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## [Overheating car need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-car-need-help/180922)

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**Author:** [@Jyo000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jyo000)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/overheating-car-need-help/180922 "2021-12-04T21:24:41Z")

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Hello and thank you for taking the time to read this. I have a 2014 Chrysler 200. I took it to Midas and they said I have a blown head gasket because exhaust was getting into my coolant reservoir. I can see this being t…

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## [Vacuum hose replacement help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-hose-replacement-help/181045)

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**Author:** [@jschaper74](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jschaper74)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [December 4, 2021, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-hose-replacement-help/181045 "2021-12-04T05:29:38Z")

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My 2006 taurus won’t start. I can hear the fuel pump kicking in and we already replaced the battery and fuel filter. A mechanic told me before that it had a vacuum leak but it was still running until two days ago. Wedne…

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