# Latest

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## [Mazda tops in CR reliability survey](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-tops-in-cr-reliability-survey/172651)

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**Author:** [@davepsinbox\_157004](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davepsinbox_157004)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-tops-in-cr-reliability-survey/172651 "2020-11-26T23:18:18Z")

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Mazda has scored tops in Consumer Reports’ latest reliability survey. https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/mazda-consumer-reports-2020-auto-reliability-survey-74296414

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## [2012 Toyota Camry manifold heat shield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-manifold-heat-shield/172645)

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**Author:** [@EdwardMoscatelli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdwardMoscatelli)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-manifold-heat-shield/172645 "2020-11-26T23:15:07Z")

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manifold heat shield

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## ['96 Pathfinder shakes at highway speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-pathfinder-shakes-at-highway-speeds/78507)

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**Author:** [@Deborah\_Franzoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Deborah_Franzoy)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/96-pathfinder-shakes-at-highway-speeds/78507 "2020-11-26T21:54:02Z")

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Our Pathfinder shakes side to side around 60mph and quits after 65 or 70 (We live in New Mexico and commute through Texas where speeds are much higher than back East). We have changed shocks, struts & mounts, tires, and …

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## [2004 Volvo S80 slips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-s80-slips/172475)

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**Author:** [@Greg-245](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greg-245)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-volvo-s80-slips/172475 "2020-11-24T21:26:36Z")

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I have a 2004 Volvo S80 which slips in first gear when it gets warm. When it slips, I have to shut the car off and turn on again, then it drives fine after that. Does Volvo have a sensor which detects that the transmissi…

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## [2002 Toyota Highlander stalled but restarted minutes later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-stalled-but-restarted-minutes-later/172683)

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**Author:** [@Brigita](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brigita)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-toyota-highlander-stalled-but-restarted-minutes-later/172683 "2020-11-26T20:54:38Z")

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The car stalled twice while driving, approximately 400 miles apart, all lights on dashboard were lit. All power went off but was able to restart after 5min. Unfortunately no maintenance codes were produced and two diffe…

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## [Hand Pump for Engine, Pre-oiler?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hand-pump-for-engine-pre-oiler/172687)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hand-pump-for-engine-pre-oiler/172687 "2020-11-26T18:31:25Z")

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Does it make sense to create a slight pressure differential within an engine before doing a cold start to move the oil around? Something as simple as a hand pump connected to the oil cap would do the trick. But I don’t k…

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## [2016 Lexus RX 350 - rust remedies?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lexus-rx-350-rust-remedies/172667)

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**Author:** [@KayCullum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KayCullum)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-lexus-rx-350-rust-remedies/172667 "2020-11-26T16:09:42Z")

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2016 Lexus RX 350. Under carriage really really badly rusted. Rust broke lock on passenger door. Dealership will not even investigate what can I do

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## [2007 Nissan Xterra cranks without start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-xterra-cranks-without-start/172690)

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**Author:** [@HeidiNicole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HeidiNicole)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 10:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-nissan-xterra-cranks-without-start/172690 "2020-11-26T10:34:52Z")

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Xterra cranks no start. Anti theft. Took to Nissan paid them 600$ and few months later still parked. No one can fix it. Pls help

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## [Should I get an oil change now?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-get-an-oil-change-now/172281)

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**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\
**Replies:** 64\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 4:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-get-an-oil-change-now/172281 "2020-11-26T04:23:31Z")

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Should I get an oil change now on my 2006 Toyota Corolla now or wait? My usual maintenance schedule is to get the oil changed every 5,000 miles or six months (That’s the recommended schedule listed in the owners manual).…

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## [Transmission slipping again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-slipping-again/172677)

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**Author:** [@Qaadir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Qaadir)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-slipping-again/172677 "2020-11-26T01:23:29Z")

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I have a 2007 Yukon Denali AWD with 175k ± miles and I just had the transmission rebuilt and now, about a month or so after getting it rebuilt all the same issues are returning at an increasing rate. It started off driv…

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## [Air filter change](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-change/172402)

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**Author:** [@D.J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/D.J)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-filter-change/172402 "2020-11-26T01:00:21Z")

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How often should your car’s air filter be changed? I have a 2006 Toyota Corolla. Every time I go in for an oil change every 6 months, they always want to change the air filter too. But I wonder if it’s always necessary. …

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## [SUV won’t go into gears](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-won-t-go-into-gears/172615)

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**Author:** [@sheyward\_172508](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sheyward_172508)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [November 26, 2020, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-won-t-go-into-gears/172615 "2020-11-26T00:40:56Z")

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Hi, I have a Jeep Liberty that will not go into gear. When I start it I can’t put it into gears but when the Jeep is off, I can. What could be the problem? I had two mechanics check it, the first one said. I need a new …

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## [2013 Hyundai Sonata radio works when it feels like it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-radio-works-when-it-feels-like-it/172665)

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**Author:** [@marty7344](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marty7344)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-radio-works-when-it-feels-like-it/172665 "2020-11-25T22:33:19Z")

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Have standard radio. Radio will work at times. Took to dealer, said found loose connection at fuse box. worked for a few days and radio quit. Will work when it feels like it.

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## [A little GPS humor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-gps-humor/172593)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-little-gps-humor/172593 "2020-11-25T22:11:07Z")

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## [2004 Dodge Ram 3500 - Elbow deep in this engine and I need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-3500-elbow-deep-in-this-engine-and-i-need-help/172585)

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**Author:** [@Bad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bad)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 6:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-dodge-ram-3500-elbow-deep-in-this-engine-and-i-need-help/172585 "2020-11-25T18:44:27Z")

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The front main shaft oil seal kit I purchase has 5 parts. The wear sleeve, the plastic centering sleeve, the seal, the depth gauge, and what appears to be a rubber oil slinger. When I took this apart, there was a ring o…

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## [1995 Ford Ranger/Mazda B2300](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-mazda-b2300/172617)

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**Author:** [@oldnotdeadyet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oldnotdeadyet)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-ford-ranger-mazda-b2300/172617 "2020-11-25T18:05:22Z")

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Simple question for a good mechanic: I am replacing the rear leaf spring shackle including the support. I had to grind off some pretty major rivets. Would a real mechanic have torched these off? If so, how would they…

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## [2020 Honda Accord Hybrid tpms light stays on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms-light-stays-on/172653)

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**Author:** [@Mr.Barb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mr.Barb)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-honda-accord-hybrid-tpms-light-stays-on/172653 "2020-11-25T04:09:38Z")

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The tire pressure light came on, had the pressure checked all 4 tires were in normal range. I have about 2,200. miles on it and the light stays on all the time

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## [Wheel Shakes When Braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875)

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**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheel-shakes-when-braking/166875 "2020-11-25T01:12:11Z")

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Not alarming, yet noticeable shake when braking even after replacing pads and rotors (x4). Installed new rotors hoping it would resolve the issue. I was careful to torque the nuts properly to spec using a torque wrench …

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## [2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV fuse box fire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-escalade-esv-fuse-box-fire/172650)

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**Author:** [@kimberlycee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimberlycee)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 25, 2020, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-cadillac-escalade-esv-fuse-box-fire/172650 "2020-11-25T00:02:05Z")

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fuse box cought on fire

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## [2015 Buick Encore - Sat idle now misses](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-encore-sat-idle-now-misses/172583)

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**Author:** [@RB27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RB27)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-buick-encore-sat-idle-now-misses/172583 "2020-11-24T23:43:14Z")

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Car sat for 3 months this summer. Using it again, but misses badly. Buick dealer says since I was using cheap Safeway gas, it needs to be cleaned with some Seafoam, and good gas run through it to clean the injectors. …

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## [Mercedes Diesel with 250K+ miles - good buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-diesel-with-250k-miles-good-buy/58307)

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**Author:** [@davehapa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davehapa)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-diesel-with-250k-miles-good-buy/58307 "2020-11-24T23:35:53Z")

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Is it safe to buy a Mercedes E300 Turbo Diesel with over 250K miles on it? From pictures it's in good shape, and I know that some diesel engines can last a long time, but that's a lot of miles. Anyone have any thou…

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## [Might have to salvage my car! Please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-have-to-salvage-my-car-please-help/172562)

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**Author:** [@Talha](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Talha)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-have-to-salvage-my-car-please-help/172562 "2020-11-24T18:59:07Z")

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I drive an 07 Nissan Versa, used mainly for work and university so it racks up a lot of mileage. Past few weeks I have been having issues with an oil leak, took it to the mechanic who pointed to a loose screw on the valv…

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## [Is it true that Hyundai wont repair or replace one of thier engines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-true-that-hyundai-wont-repair-or-replace-one-of-thier-engines/134057)

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**Author:** [@lesabre](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesabre)\
**Replies:** 58\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-true-that-hyundai-wont-repair-or-replace-one-of-thier-engines/134057 "2020-11-24T18:53:44Z")

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Is it rue that Hyundai wont fix one of their engines that fails under the warranty? The federal class action lawsuit alleged that Hyundai sold Sonata vehicles with defective rotating assemblies in the Theta II 2.4 …

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## [Sputtering while driving and in idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-while-driving-and-in-idle/172629)

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**Author:** [@shaunieceolson0421](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shaunieceolson0421)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sputtering-while-driving-and-in-idle/172629 "2020-11-24T18:02:38Z")

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Hello, I’m having troubles with my car and can’t quite figure out what’s happening. My brother in law wants to start buying and repairing random parts but I need this car running now as it’s my only transportation for my…

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## [Ideal used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ideal-used-car/172505)

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**Author:** [@gandhi\_s-flip-flop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gandhi_s-flip-flop)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ideal-used-car/172505 "2020-11-24T17:33:49Z")

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I am looking to buy a used car for everyday ride so I am looking for something really reliable. I was thinking Lexus as it seems those cars have very little car complaints. It seems though they are more expensive compar…

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## [Tuning a Nissan Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tuning-a-nissan-transmission/172353)

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**Author:** [@ohiyesa232\_164625](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ohiyesa232_164625)\
**Replies:** 54\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tuning-a-nissan-transmission/172353 "2020-11-24T06:49:15Z")

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I was looking into HPtuners as I would like to tune the TCM in my 2019 Nissan Frontier. But I noticed that they dont work for the transmission, only the engine. Does anyone know of a tuner for a Frontier’s TCM?

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## [Help! Truck will not start!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-truck-will-not-start/172565)

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**Author:** [@mariahshafer722\_172476](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mariahshafer722_172476)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 6:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-truck-will-not-start/172565 "2020-11-24T06:39:11Z")

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Hello everyone, My spouse has a 2002 Ford F150 that is not starting. The lights and everything come on as normal when we turn the key, it sounds as if the starter is still trying to kick on but the engine will not turn …

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## [2010 Camaro SS2 stability light and traction control lights are on but car won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-camaro-ss2-stability-light-and-traction-control-lights-are-on-but-car-wont-start/172624)

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**Author:** [@Cynthia-42](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cynthia-42)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 4:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-camaro-ss2-stability-light-and-traction-control-lights-are-on-but-car-wont-start/172624 "2020-11-24T04:57:33Z")

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My 2010 Chevy Camaro SS2 won’t start and the stability light is on and the traction control light is on can somebody please help me?

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## [2001 Ford Focus front end work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-front-end-work/172598)

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**Author:** [@Kistner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kistner)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-ford-focus-front-end-work/172598 "2020-11-24T04:10:32Z")

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01 Focus, front driver side lower control arm rusted through. During the event the cv shaft was yanked apart as well. Any suggestions as to what else I should replace while attempting this repair? Tie rod comes to min…

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## [Shake When Accelerating (35-45 mph)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shake-when-accelerating-35-45-mph/172620)

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**Author:** [@vinny.mossman\_163369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/vinny.mossman_163369)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 24, 2020, 3:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shake-when-accelerating-35-45-mph/172620 "2020-11-24T03:44:27Z")

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'08 Buick LaCrosse. Vehicle shakes when hitting the gas between 35 and 45 mph. No shake when braking down through these speeds. No shake when in neutral revving the engine. No wheel shake as one would expect with warped…

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