# Latest

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## [My car 2011](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-2011/179749)

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**Author:** [@thomasakunnel\_177273](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thomasakunnel_177273)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2021, 12:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-2011/179749 "2021-10-11T12:44:16Z")

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My car 2011 corolla have a problem that traction control light and engine light on same time. I went to work shop and mechanic reset, but again came after some kilometers drive. Now they saying want to do " Evap test". I…

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## [Jeep Compass vs Ford Expedition - Used Car Discussion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-vs-ford-expedition-used-car-discussion/179835)

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**Author:** [@drawinyanes.igotcars\_176804](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drawinyanes.igotcars_176804)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2021, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-vs-ford-expedition-used-car-discussion/179835 "2021-10-11T07:19:02Z")

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Hey there, We’re planning to buy a new vehicle for our family - the two top choices after our research are Jeep Compass and Ford Expedition. All things considered, what direction would you lean and why? Thanks fr your…

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## [Car was cranking now wont](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-was-cranking-now-wont/179887)

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**Author:** [@Jamie.mashburn2011](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jamie.mashburn2011)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [October 11, 2021, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-was-cranking-now-wont/179887 "2021-10-11T02:50:51Z")

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I have a 2006 Nissan Altima SL 2d it was cranking just fine, cut it off, crunk it back up,sounded a little sluggish but still crunk up, cut it off and tried cranking again but won’t turn over, everything works lights, wi…

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## [Squealing sound from under hood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-sound-from-under-hood/179751)

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**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [October 10, 2021, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squealing-sound-from-under-hood/179751 "2021-10-10T22:54:55Z")

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I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla. I think it has a timing chain, not a belt. But every time I turn on the engine and as I’m driving along, I hear a loud squealing sound from the engine compartment. Anyone know what is going …

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## [Converting units](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-units/179857)

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**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [October 10, 2021, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/converting-units/179857 "2021-10-10T05:40:32Z")

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So my Friday newspaper (old guy, likes to read an actual newspaper while eating breakfast) has an automotive section with a Car Talk question and answer, and a profile of a vehicle. In today’s paper it was the Porsche M…

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## [Rodents in his car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodents-in-his-car/179883)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 10, 2021, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rodents-in-his-car/179883 "2021-10-10T05:23:45Z")

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'Fargo, North Dakota, insurance agent Bill Fischer has a perennial battle with a certain red squirrel, Fox23-TV reported. Every fall, the animal squirrels away walnuts for the coming winter inside Fischer's pickup truc…

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## [2005 Chevy Classic race car conversion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-classic-race-car-conversion/179833)

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**Author:** [@litymaconstruction\_177571](https://community.cartalk.com/u/litymaconstruction_177571)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [October 10, 2021, 1:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevy-classic-race-car-conversion/179833 "2021-10-10T01:52:25Z")

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ok so i am turning a 2005 Chevy Classic in to a USRA Tuner race car. I have gutted the car. i cut a wire harness on passenger rear kick and now the car won’t start. Would anyone know what i need to rewire to get her runn…

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## [Drop down ad interfering with the menu bar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drop-down-ad-interfering-with-the-menu-bar/179750)

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**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drop-down-ad-interfering-with-the-menu-bar/179750 "2021-10-09T20:39:19Z")

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Recently there has been a drop down ad that covers the Car Talk menu bar as you scroll down a topic. It requires scrolling all the way back to the top of the topic before it disappears and reveals the menu bar. This is…

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## [Interior lights, power locks and windows all dead, until I turn car all the way on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-lights-power-locks-and-windows-all-dead-until-i-turn-car-all-the-way-on/179841)

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**Author:** [@gerrythrash](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gerrythrash)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-lights-power-locks-and-windows-all-dead-until-i-turn-car-all-the-way-on/179841 "2021-10-09T17:25:39Z")

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When I open the door to get in my car, the interior lights don’t come on. When I put the key in the ignition, the power windows, locks and key chime don’t work. When I turn the key to ACC, only the radio works…nothing …

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## [2009 Toyota Sienna leaking oil from dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-sienna-leaking-oil-from-dipstick/179873)

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**Author:** [@TonySoprano](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonySoprano)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-sienna-leaking-oil-from-dipstick/179873 "2021-10-09T16:47:01Z")

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2009 Toyota Sienna LE engine leaks oil from oil dip-stick

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## [Hyundai Veloster single knock when accelerating or taking foot off gas?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-veloster-single-knock-when-accelerating-or-taking-foot-off-gas/179820)

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**Author:** [@xtrentonsmithx\_177564](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xtrentonsmithx_177564)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hyundai-veloster-single-knock-when-accelerating-or-taking-foot-off-gas/179820 "2021-10-09T16:36:21Z")

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I’m looking at a car for sale and the weirdest thing happened… So this is a 2013 Manual transmission hyunda veloster (non turbo) with 80k miles on it Car was clean, engine was clean. Idled perfectly and sounded perfect…

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## [1999 Dodge Dakota has no brake pressure when running](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-dakota-has-no-brake-pressure-when-running/179878)

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**Author:** [@creekchub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/creekchub)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-dodge-dakota-has-no-brake-pressure-when-running/179878 "2021-10-09T16:35:52Z")

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There is no brake pressure when engine running. When off the brakes pump up. There is fluid in the master cylinder. Does not appear to leak.

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## [I need guy advice about my mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-guy-advice-about-my-mechanic/179639)

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**Author:** [@cat00x](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cat00x)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 4:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-need-guy-advice-about-my-mechanic/179639 "2021-10-09T16:27:51Z")

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I am an older woman driving a 1984 VW Vanagon Westfalia. Obviously I spend some time at various mechanics while on the road. I recently decided to switch mechanics here in the Bay Area and found one who had good reviews …

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## [Tirerack, any review?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tirerack-any-review/82014)

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**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tirerack-any-review/82014 "2021-10-09T14:48:56Z")

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All four of my wheels are bent and tires are not good either. There is definetly vibration so I plan to replace all 4 wheels and tires. I never used Tirerack before, but do they ship both the tires and wheels already i…

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## [The wolf in sheep's clothing EVs vs ICEs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing-evs-vs-ices/179678)

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**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\
**Replies:** 104\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 2:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-wolf-in-sheeps-clothing-evs-vs-ices/179678 "2021-10-09T14:35:26Z")

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EDIT: I have deleted my original post that started this discussion thread. I failed to do due diligence in verifying the article’s claims thereby posting highly biased, erroneous information. My apologies. I shall be…

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## [Rear Collision Frame Damage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-collision-frame-damage/179851)

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**Author:** [@jacobenjoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jacobenjoy)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-collision-frame-damage/179851 "2021-10-09T13:47:07Z")

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I caused a rear end collision at an intersection, the victims turn signal was not on and we both came to a slowing crash into each other. neither airbags in either vehicle’s were deployed and I have little to no damage o…

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## [New shocks / struts resulting in bouncy ride, can a rear sway bar fix this issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-shocks-struts-resulting-in-bouncy-ride-can-a-rear-sway-bar-fix-this-issue/179333)

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**Author:** [@snahfu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snahfu)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 10:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-shocks-struts-resulting-in-bouncy-ride-can-a-rear-sway-bar-fix-this-issue/179333 "2021-10-09T10:43:10Z")

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I replaced the shocks / struts on my base model civic for some “performance” oriented ones but am now experiencing a more bouncy ride than when I had the car completely stock. I came across this form post of someone exp…

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## [Check engine light in my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-in-my-car/179793)

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**Author:** [@crize84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crize84)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-in-my-car/179793 "2021-10-09T00:30:35Z")

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I received an emissions warning and a P0012 code from my Verizon HUM that’s in my 2015 Toyota Sienna. What am I looking at here. The code says: A camshaft position - timing over-retarded ( bank 1)

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## [2016 Hyundai Accent - Won't start after fillup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-accent-wont-start-after-fillup/179848)

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**Author:** [@TinaTharrington](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TinaTharrington)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 9, 2021, 12:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-hyundai-accent-wont-start-after-fillup/179848 "2021-10-09T00:16:36Z")

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2016 Hyundai Accent and after filling up with gas, it won’t start

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## [Tpms reading](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-reading/179859)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tpms-reading/179859 "2021-10-08T21:37:12Z")

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07 gm suv. If I replace wheels with identical wheels do I have to relearn the tpms?

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## [Suggest me new tyre rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggest-me-new-tyre-rims/179858)

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**Author:** [@muller.k.ei.l.a.7\_177584](https://community.cartalk.com/u/muller.k.ei.l.a.7_177584)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggest-me-new-tyre-rims/179858 "2021-10-08T20:24:18Z")

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best alloy rim for mazda

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## [Turning over engine with disconnected injectors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-over-engine-with-disconnected-injectors/179865)

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**Author:** [@graffen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/graffen)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 7:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turning-over-engine-with-disconnected-injectors/179865 "2021-10-08T19:51:27Z")

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hey! i’m going to replace the turbo on my mitsubishi outlander and im wondering how im going to test the oil feed line. my plan was to disconnect the fuel injectors and then turn over the engine to check the flow of oil…

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## [2021 Honda Ridgeline - Wind noise issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-honda-ridgeline-wind-noise-issue/177879)

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**Author:** [@cdpar2000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdpar2000)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-honda-ridgeline-wind-noise-issue/177879 "2021-10-08T19:11:05Z")

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Excessive wind noise, like a howling, about 60 mph.

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## [Is it safe to drive my old car on a long trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-safe-to-drive-my-old-car-on-a-long-trip/179734)

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**Author:** [@traephillips7931\_177493](https://community.cartalk.com/u/traephillips7931_177493)\
**Replies:** 40\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-safe-to-drive-my-old-car-on-a-long-trip/179734 "2021-10-08T18:33:29Z")

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I have a 1998 honda crv with 176,500 miles. I’ve recently gotten a oil change and filled all fuilds. I’m planning on going from around oklahoma to Dallas Texas which for me is a 225 mile drive up there and another 225 ba…

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## [2012 Chrysler Town & Country - radio and screen are still dead](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-country-radio-and-screen-are-still-dead/179861)

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**Author:** [@CharlesWlThompson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlesWlThompson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-chrysler-town-country-radio-and-screen-are-still-dead/179861 "2021-10-08T16:52:19Z")

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After charging my dead battery everthing works ok except the radio and the display screen or out. What do I do now? I have checked fuses.

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## [Ford goes BIG on electric vehicles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-goes-big-on-electric-vehicles/179646)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 110\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-goes-big-on-electric-vehicles/179646 "2021-10-08T16:36:28Z")

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This is said to be the largest manufacturing investment in Ford’s history, and–most significantly–it will add close to 11,000 jobs for Americans. :clap:

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## [2011 Nissan Maxima - Bump noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-maxima-bump-noise/179844)

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**Author:** [@chas24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chas24)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 1:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-nissan-maxima-bump-noise/179844 "2021-10-08T13:44:15Z")

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bump noises in front suspension or steering wheel…seems to go away after driving …could this be a strut mount issue. 2011 nissan maxima sv with sport package, 124K miles

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## [2016 Kia Forte - Engine issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-forte-engine-issues/179818)

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**Author:** [@Linda29](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Linda29)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-kia-forte-engine-issues/179818 "2021-10-08T12:57:29Z")

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Vibration/rattling noise from engine. In the dealership 6 times in the last two months. They said they have checked the following: heat shield, exhaust leak, timing chain, rusty or broken flexplate, faulty harmonic ba…

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## [Suzuki Cappuccino - Gears get stuck downshifting from 3rd to 1st](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-cappuccino-gears-get-stuck-downshifting-from-3rd-to-1st/179797)

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**Author:** [@Marco-B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marco-B)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [October 8, 2021, 8:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suzuki-cappuccino-gears-get-stuck-downshifting-from-3rd-to-1st/179797 "2021-10-08T08:20:58Z")

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New to the car forums as well as to my Suzuki Cappuccino(1993). So, hello everyone :slight\_smile: !! Just gave her the first test drives today, and it has problems downshifting from 3rd to 1st. First gear to fifth is a …

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## [Waxing Cars--substitute detailing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waxing-cars-substitute-detailing/176662)

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**Author:** [@melott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/melott)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 1:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/waxing-cars-substitute-detailing/176662 "2021-05-12T13:13:44Z")

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I have always waxed my cars (Well, Nu-Finish) although infrequently. Their appearance holds up well. They are on a carport most of the time and my driving mileage is low. I am getting old, and finding it quite a trial t…

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