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## [2014 Fiat 500 - No power, but good battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-fiat-500-no-power-but-good-battery/170775)

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**Author:** [@ThomasW.Durbin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThomasW.Durbin)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-fiat-500-no-power-but-good-battery/170775 "2020-10-04T22:44:37Z")

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No electric power, completely dead, good battery

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## [Excessive heat effects on PCM/ECU](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-heat-effects-on-pcm-ecu/73777)

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**Author:** [@dadsbones](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dadsbones)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excessive-heat-effects-on-pcm-ecu/73777 "2020-10-04T22:10:24Z")

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Can excessive heat in the engine compartment cause the PCM/ECU to fail? Here's a long story made as short as possible. I purchased a cherry used Saab 93 with only 30,000 miles on it. i've owned Saabs my whole life. …

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## [Can l continue my 4 hour journey with broken stut mount](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-l-continue-my-4-hour-journey-with-broken-stut-mount/170779)

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**Author:** [@Gracious](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gracious)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-l-continue-my-4-hour-journey-with-broken-stut-mount/170779 "2020-10-04T22:03:03Z")

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I hit a pot hole, my stut is hitting the hood. Luckily the hood is stil intact, l can only hear banging noises on uneven road or speed humps. Um currently on a road trip, should l carry on, l am left with 4 hours to reac…

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## [2013 Dodge Ram 1500 - Pops out of gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-ram-1500-pops-out-of-gear/170816)

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**Author:** [@rick13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rick13)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-ram-1500-pops-out-of-gear/170816 "2020-10-04T20:28:54Z")

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when i am in 4 low going down a steep grade it will pop out of 4 low and its like i am in neutral. i have to hit brakes and if it is icy or snow i have big issues . it should stay in 4 low and should crawl

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## [2013 BMW X5 - Water pump problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-x5-water-pump-problems/170785)

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**Author:** [@JudyReid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JudyReid)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-bmw-x5-water-pump-problems/170785 "2020-10-04T18:25:29Z")

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Same issue as above - had to replace the water pump at 57K under emergency situation - wasn’t reimbursed by BMW CPO program because it wasn’t done at their dealership,

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## [2001 2.4l nissan frontier does when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-2-4l-nissan-frontier-does-when-accelerating/170801)

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**Author:** [@Logan-19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Logan-19)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-2-4l-nissan-frontier-does-when-accelerating/170801 "2020-10-04T17:39:10Z")

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I just replaced the head gasket got the timing back together with the correct Mark’s on the chains started it up it idles surges a bit but will idle forever. When given gas it bogs out and wont go past 1200 at all. Origi…

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## [GMC AWD diffrent tires front and rear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-awd-diffrent-tires-front-and-rear/170584)

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**Author:** [@shabanator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shabanator)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 1:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-awd-diffrent-tires-front-and-rear/170584 "2020-10-04T13:50:38Z")

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I would like to know if having 40 inch tires in the rear and 38 tires in the front is risky. It is awd and some say might damage the transfer case. I know with audis and subarus is risky, however the gmc gears are less…

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## [Jaguar XK8 Problems: Cooling system & Suspension](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-xk8-problems-cooling-system-suspension/72047)

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**Author:** [@Berum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Berum)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jaguar-xk8-problems-cooling-system-suspension/72047 "2020-10-04T13:17:22Z")

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Hello, My 1998 Jaguar XK8 Convertible has several problems I can't get to the bottom of: Problem 1: The cooling fans seem to stop working, and I've replaced the cooling fan relay, which fixed the problem, but I noticed…

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## [2011 Honda Civic Sdn - Which oil?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-civic-sdn-which-oil/170803)

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**Author:** [@Danish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Danish)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 11:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-civic-sdn-which-oil/170803 "2020-10-04T11:03:46Z")

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hi i have honda city 2011 automatic . recently i used engine oil 10W30SM. Is it ok grade or shouid i use some other grade. my car mileage is 97000

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## [Burning oil suv](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-oil-suv/170477)

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**Author:** [@Bhaughey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bhaughey)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burning-oil-suv/170477 "2020-10-04T05:34:44Z")

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What could be reasons my suv is burning through oil?

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## ["tik", "tik" sound soon after (don't have to be cold start) starting the car and goes away?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tik-tik-sound-soon-after-dont-have-to-be-cold-start-starting-the-car-and-goes-away/169063)

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**Author:** [@sciconf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sciconf)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tik-tik-sound-soon-after-dont-have-to-be-cold-start-starting-the-car-and-goes-away/169063 "2020-10-04T03:58:19Z")

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I am hearing this sound but goes away making it difficult to troubleshoot. “tik”, “tik” … There might a vibration inside the engine compartment at the time. Doesn’t have to be a cold start. It happens at idle or low sp…

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## [Error Code P1148 on 2002 Nissan Xterra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/error-code-p1148-on-2002-nissan-xterra/170634)

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**Author:** [@GMan88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMan88)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/error-code-p1148-on-2002-nissan-xterra/170634 "2020-10-04T03:52:46Z")

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Hi all, I have a question about the severity of a check engine cody that has been coming up on my 2002 Nissan Xterra. It is currently giving an error code that states P1148. When I googled it, it stated the following: “…

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## [Question for 00-06 Chevy Truck Owners - What is this part?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-00-06-chevy-truck-owners-what-is-this-part/170788)

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**Author:** [@Derrick-Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Derrick-Johnson)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 3:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-00-06-chevy-truck-owners-what-is-this-part/170788 "2020-10-04T03:04:57Z")

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I have a coolant leak coming from this hose connection between the water pump and reservoir tank. Anyone know how to describe this part and how it’s connected? I am getting ready to replace it myself.

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## [2006 Honda Odyssey- CD changer issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-cd-changer-issue/170777)

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**Author:** [@curtisblockmon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/curtisblockmon)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-honda-odyssey-cd-changer-issue/170777 "2020-10-04T02:47:23Z")

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cd disc changer when turn of goes into code x?

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## [Questions on Liquid Loops for Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-on-liquid-loops-for-cars/170484)

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**Author:** [@YoshiMoshi3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/YoshiMoshi3)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/questions-on-liquid-loops-for-cars/170484 "2020-10-04T02:39:40Z")

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I have a 2005 Camry. I have gotten into liquid cooling for computers. I’m noticing the similarities. In computes you have fans, radiators, fittings, tubes, and water blocks. Comparing the two applications I have some que…

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## [Tom and Ray mentioned on "Wait! Wait!"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tom-and-ray-mentioned-on-wait-wait/170772)

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**Author:** [@Vchimpanzee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vchimpanzee)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tom-and-ray-mentioned-on-wait-wait/170772 "2020-10-04T02:28:08Z")

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In “Not My Job”, an ambassador was asked three questions about an Ambassador, meaning the car. One of them was about the time Tom lost his car. Which of the three is true? The correct answer was Ray took the car to the c…

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## [2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac -4WD issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-explorer-sport-trac-4wd-issue/170781)

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**Author:** [@Kenny05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kenny05)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 4, 2020, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-ford-explorer-sport-trac-4wd-issue/170781 "2020-10-04T02:00:35Z")

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in gear moving try to lock up binding down in 4 wheel dr or 2 wheel dr

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## ['Move Over Law' has new requirements](https://community.cartalk.com/t/move-over-law-has-new-requirements/170512)

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**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/move-over-law-has-new-requirements/170512 "2020-10-03T23:58:34Z")

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## [2011 GMC Terrain - Clock troubles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-clock-troubles/170655)

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**Author:** [@artgerth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artgerth)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 9:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-gmc-terrain-clock-troubles/170655 "2020-10-03T21:54:06Z")

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Clock jumps ahead 6 hours after 6 hours when setting. Have followed instructions carefully and cannot correct problem. Will the dealer know to correct this? What should it cost.

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## [2009 BMW 328 shakes when accelerating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-bmw-328-shakes-when-accelerating/132835)

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**Author:** [@Acura2003](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acura2003)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-bmw-328-shakes-when-accelerating/132835 "2020-10-03T21:28:30Z")

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My 09 BMW 328i shakes only when I press gas patel (accelerates), especially up hills. It mostly shakes at the speed around 40 mile/hr. It does not shake at all when I coasting. Also, the problem becomes more obvious/seve…

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## [2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Buying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-s-class-buying/170706)

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**Author:** [@FM52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FM52)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-mercedes-benz-s-class-buying/170706 "2020-10-03T20:45:20Z")

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Thinking of buying a 2013 S550 any problems to be aware of ? car has 27,000 miles on it and a 1 owner car

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## [2004 Nissan Quest - Shuts off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-quest-shuts-off/170465)

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**Author:** [@wilsond7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wilsond7)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-quest-shuts-off/170465 "2020-10-03T17:39:14Z")

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car shut off after 15 minutes after driving

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## [2005 Nissan Altima - What should I watch out for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-what-should-i-watch-out-for/170692)

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**Author:** [@AngieM836](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AngieM836)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 12:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-nissan-altima-what-should-i-watch-out-for/170692 "2020-10-03T12:39:20Z")

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I purchased a 2005 Nissan Altima with 150k miles on it. Is this a reliable car and what major repairs should I budget for?

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## [Nissan Rogue Transmission fluid throw up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-transmission-fluid-throw-up/170725)

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**Author:** [@NP2325](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NP2325)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-rogue-transmission-fluid-throw-up/170725 "2020-10-03T12:45:03Z")

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Hi I am a new driver and dont know much about internal working of a car. Just got a pre-owned Nissan Rogue with 4K miles on odometer. I forgot to trun off ignition and car was in Parking mode. After some time , I have…

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## [Help me decide - Subaru Forester or Mazda CX-5?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-decide-subaru-forester-or-mazda-cx-5/155402)

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**Author:** [@ravenclaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ravenclaw)\
**Replies:** 80\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-decide-subaru-forester-or-mazda-cx-5/155402 "2020-10-03T12:38:02Z")

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I am in the market for a new crossover SUV. I have narrowed it down to a Subaru Forester (Limited) and a Mazda CX-5 (probably Grand Touring). I would love any input or to hear from people who have these vehicles. Tell me…

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## [2017 Jeep Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-cherokee/170645)

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**Author:** [@Bill538](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill538)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-cherokee/170645 "2020-10-03T05:51:51Z")

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Hello Car Talk Community! After listening to the show for years and enjoying the throwback episodes, I finally have needed advice of my own and am hoping to get some here. I am leasing a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. I was consid…

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## [1991 Pontiac Bonneville - losing tranny fluid and gaining oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-pontiac-bonneville-losing-tranny-fluid-and-gaining-oil/170676)

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**Author:** [@snowback](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snowback)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 2:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1991-pontiac-bonneville-losing-tranny-fluid-and-gaining-oil/170676 "2020-10-03T02:23:58Z")

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im losing tranny fluid and gaining oil

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## [2013 Acura RDX - Timing belt?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-acura-rdx-timing-belt/170762)

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**Author:** [@joanmatyshak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joanmatyshak)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-acura-rdx-timing-belt/170762 "2020-10-03T00:15:55Z")

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When to replace the timing belt on a 2013 Acura, RDX?

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## [2015 Ford F350 - Wrong fuel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f350-wrong-fuel/170760)

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**Author:** [@Dee27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee27)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [October 3, 2020, 12:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-f350-wrong-fuel/170760 "2020-10-03T00:14:17Z")

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My son put gas in a diesel tank by mistake. He tried to start the truck but it wouldn’t start. What are the chances of engine damage?

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## [Insane crankcase vacuum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insane-crankcase-vacuum/57644)

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**Author:** [@crashcrash](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crashcrash)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [October 2, 2020, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/insane-crankcase-vacuum/57644 "2020-10-02T23:29:47Z")

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HELP! I have a 2001 GMC Express van 3500 series 8.1 litre vortec. We need this van. We have a disabled son and work with youth ministries. Some time ago (14 months) while the vehicle was running I noticed a sligh…

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