# Latest

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## [Car Seat Outrage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-seat-outrage/168848)

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**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\
**Replies:** 52\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-seat-outrage/168848 "2020-08-25T21:03:32Z")

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Hi folks, I need a reality check to see if I’m just being a grumpy old man (my usual condition) or if I have cause to be outraged. 3 months ago my daughter delivered our first grandchild, Last week my wife informed me …

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## [Fixing Blower Motor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-blower-motor/169155)

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**Author:** [@Jrogers14464\_170237](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jrogers14464_170237)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fixing-blower-motor/169155 "2020-08-25T19:00:31Z")

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For the past six months my blower motor had been making a ticking noise when the air-conditioning was turned on and the power had been slowly diminishing over that period of time. All of a sudden the blower motor stopped…

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## [Stumbling idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumbling-idle/169165)

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**Author:** [@crossbones71\_170241](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crossbones71_170241)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumbling-idle/169165 "2020-08-25T17:41:23Z")

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I have a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The issue I having problems with is a stumbling or rough idle in the morning. Once I back the car out of drive and put in drive it usually stops and I have no issue the rest of the day howeve…

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## [2018 Subaru Crosstrek - was the oil differential change a waste of money?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-was-the-oil-differential-change-a-waste-of-money/163339)

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**Author:** [@JanetBrazelton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JanetBrazelton)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-was-the-oil-differential-change-a-waste-of-money/163339 "2020-08-25T15:30:46Z")

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Dealer recommended oil differential change at the 30,000 mile service before inspecting. After I insisted on inspection, front was “very dirty” and rear not so much but I had them replace both. Did I waste my money?

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## [2014 Toyota Venza - What's up with all the throttle body cleaning?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-venza-whats-up-with-all-the-throttle-body-cleaning/169103)

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**Author:** [@NeedHelp56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NeedHelp56)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 1:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-venza-whats-up-with-all-the-throttle-body-cleaning/169103 "2020-08-25T13:58:55Z")

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20k miles ago I had my throttle body cleaned by the dealership. Now they say it need to be cleaned again. I drive mostly on the expressway and i keep up my oil changes. My car drives the same, it may pick up speed a li…

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## [Difficulty of replacing brake components](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difficulty-of-replacing-brake-components/169101)

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**Author:** [@Julian-90](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julian-90)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/difficulty-of-replacing-brake-components/169101 "2020-08-25T13:38:59Z")

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I have an old 1971 ford f100. A gift from my grandpa as he is no longer able to drive or work on it. I myself am not very mechanically inclined but would like to start working on it. I first want to replace the master br…

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## [2010 FJ cruiser with 202K on it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fj-cruiser-with-202k-on-it/168696)

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**Author:** [@mr\_xg78\_169308](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mr_xg78_169308)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-fj-cruiser-with-202k-on-it/168696 "2020-08-25T12:28:05Z")

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Hi All, Wanted to ask you’ll openion on buyin a 2010 FJ with 202K on it. It is a littel over priced but would be worth it if it still ok. I got a CARCHEX report and had a few questions: 1- any though where this oil co…

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## [1990 Toyota 4Runner - Knee-deep in this engine - Please help me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-4runner-knee-deep-in-this-engine-please-help-me/169073)

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**Author:** [@RedRunner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RedRunner)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-4runner-knee-deep-in-this-engine-please-help-me/169073 "2020-08-25T11:04:03Z")

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I’m rebuilding a motor to drop into my truck (using one hand, as I’ve got a broken arm). I got ripped off when buying it, and ended up with a rusty hunk instead of what was advertised. I got down to the harmonic balancer…

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## [1998 Dodge Ram 1500 - was I taken advantage of?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-was-i-taken-advantage-of/163760)

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**Author:** [@lmauricepowell\_166975](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lmauricepowell_166975)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 5:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-dodge-ram-1500-was-i-taken-advantage-of/163760 "2020-08-25T05:13:59Z")

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I bought a used 98 1500 manual pickup $600 and drove it for a week before the transmission started giving me a problem. I took it to a transmission shop that had it for a month and then told me they couldn’t find a used …

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## [Problem with door locks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-door-locks/169149)

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**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-door-locks/169149 "2020-08-25T04:27:14Z")

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I am fixing up a 2009 Cobalt for my daughter to drive she got/we bought from her brother. We are the 3rd owners of the car, but my son and his brother-in-law whom he bought it from were hard on the car. My problem is w…

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## [Volkswagon Beetle vs Chrysler PT Crusier?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagon-beetle-vs-chrysler-pt-crusier/168707)

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**Author:** [@Zumerical](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zumerical)\
**Replies:** 46\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagon-beetle-vs-chrysler-pt-crusier/168707 "2020-08-25T04:22:57Z")

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Hello! I am a 16 year old new driver and am currently looking into these models (open to others though just love the retro stuff!), and was wondering which is better a PT Cruiser (what year as well) or a Beetle (same as …

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## [Engine overheating and oil pressure light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-and-oil-pressure-light/96014)

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**Author:** [@Curtainbach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Curtainbach)\
**Replies:** 38\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-overheating-and-oil-pressure-light/96014 "2020-08-25T04:20:26Z")

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I was driving my fiance to work this morning in my 2003 VW Beetle when the high temperature warning light came on and beeped. A little bit later the oil pressure light came on as well, but only for about 30 seconds and t…

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## [2018 Honda Pilot REVERSE Transmission/Nav system errors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-pilot-reverse-transmission-nav-system-errors/169147)

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**Author:** [@Tiffany-T-3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tiffany-T-3)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 3:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-pilot-reverse-transmission-nav-system-errors/169147 "2020-08-25T03:35:50Z")

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Had driven from Northern CA to Southern CA, unpacked a student into a dorm room and then went shopping for housekeeping items & perishables. Store was less than 2 miles away. Parked and shopped for maybe 80 minutes. G…

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## [Flashing blue light under parked Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-blue-light-under-parked-honda-cr-v/169071)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 25, 2020, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flashing-blue-light-under-parked-honda-cr-v/169071 "2020-08-25T00:39:11Z")

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I was out for a walk, saw a parked car with a blue light flashing underneath, roughly around the front axle. It was a Honda CR-V.

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## [2006 Cadillac DTS - Should I tune up the trans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-dts-should-i-tune-up-the-trans/169099)

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**Author:** [@Slamm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Slamm)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-cadillac-dts-should-i-tune-up-the-trans/169099 "2020-08-24T23:57:27Z")

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2006 dts ,should you get a transmission tune up

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## [2016 Chevrolet Trax radio and backup camera died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-radio-and-backup-camera-died/169130)

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**Author:** [@SS65](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SS65)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-trax-radio-and-backup-camera-died/169130 "2020-08-24T22:22:19Z")

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I am having the same problems, what was the issue?

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## [Vibration during acceleration after lift installed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-during-acceleration-after-lift-installed/169122)

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**Author:** [@ATLOffroad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ATLOffroad)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vibration-during-acceleration-after-lift-installed/169122 "2020-08-24T21:28:49Z")

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I installed a 3.5in suspension lift on my 89 Grand Wagoneer recently. The first drive everything was smooth. But after about 100 miles I noticed a small vibration that only occurred during acceleration. As soon as I let…

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## [2004 Hyundai Terracan odometer doesn’t match road miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-terracan-odometer-doesn-t-match-road-miles/169116)

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**Author:** [@Mrbrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mrbrown)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-hyundai-terracan-odometer-doesn-t-match-road-miles/169116 "2020-08-24T21:24:56Z")

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The miles showing On the clock Obometer is more than road miles Done In a trip but also the speed dial Shows 60 mph at 2000 rpm on a 5 speed gear box What is wrong with the car Ps the jeep is an Hyundai terracan

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## [2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser - How to get a pressure test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-how-to-get-a-pressure-test/169078)

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**Author:** [@Dee10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dee10)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-pt-cruiser-how-to-get-a-pressure-test/169078 "2020-08-24T20:51:20Z")

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Need a radiator pressure test.

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## [Please help- cranks but won’t start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-cranks-but-won-t-start/169128)

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**Author:** [@Sophia-21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sophia-21)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-cranks-but-won-t-start/169128 "2020-08-24T20:44:48Z")

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Hello, I have a 2005 Hyundai Tucson gls v6 Automatic. Has around 199,000 but never had any problems with it. Always do routine maintenance on it. It was driving fine and then I tried to turn it on and it wouldn’t start t…

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## [2010 Chevrolet Traverse - Sluggish at low speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-traverse-sluggish-at-low-speeds/169066)

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**Author:** [@fiheem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fiheem)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevrolet-traverse-sluggish-at-low-speeds/169066 "2020-08-24T19:34:33Z")

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Car sluggish at low speeds, normally between 2 and 3rpms(seems loud as if I’m at higher rpms). Until I get to 60mph then its fine rpms come down to normal. 2010 chevy traverse lt awd

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## [AC blows hot air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-hot-air/168954)

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**Author:** [@JerrellAnn\_170122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JerrellAnn_170122)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 7:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blows-hot-air/168954 "2020-08-24T19:25:33Z")

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My ac unit occasionally blows hot air. I know it’s losing refrigerant, I just don’t know where. Any suggestions on where to start?

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## [2005 jeep grand cherokee stalls/cuts off while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-grand-cherokee-stalls-cuts-off-while-driving/65962)

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**Author:** [@fergaret](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fergaret)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-jeep-grand-cherokee-stalls-cuts-off-while-driving/65962 "2020-08-24T19:08:59Z")

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Over the past several years, this has happened maybe once a year. However, in the past three months, it has happened three times. Thankfully, the shut down always occurs at low speeds. In each instance, I had taken my…

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## [2015 Jeep Patriot - Loses power and I get a lightning bolt warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-patriot-loses-power-and-i-get-a-lightning-bolt-warning/169107)

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**Author:** [@CherylAFernan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CherylAFernan)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-patriot-loses-power-and-i-get-a-lightning-bolt-warning/169107 "2020-08-24T18:47:05Z")

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losses power lightening bolt appears

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## [2018 Honda Civic EX Hatchback bed creak sounds while coasting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-ex-hatchback-bed-creak-sounds-while-coasting/169001)

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**Author:** [@maxdphillips\_170151](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maxdphillips_170151)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-civic-ex-hatchback-bed-creak-sounds-while-coasting/169001 "2020-08-24T17:55:17Z")

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2018 Honda Civic EX Hatchback, CPO with 24k miles, Automatic Just drove it off the lot yesterday. During the test drive, everything worked fine, it’s a CPO with low mileage, no damage, no accidents, etc. The problem- di…

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## [Is my car fixable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-fixable/169075)

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**Author:** [@Abdul\_Ashrafi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Abdul_Ashrafi)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-my-car-fixable/169075 "2020-08-24T17:48:38Z")

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Hi, I really want to know if my Car is fixable. I got into an accident. I was on the highway and someone in a pick up truck cut me off. They was trying to get into my lane and the person was already so close to me and sw…

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## [Car history](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-history/3351)

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**Author:** [@raddude62896](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raddude62896)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-history/3351 "2020-08-24T16:02:04Z")

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where can i get a free car history??

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## [2014 Nissan Pathfinder - Transmission issue worries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-pathfinder-transmission-issue-worries/168995)

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**Author:** [@Kirsten39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kirsten39)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 2:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-nissan-pathfinder-transmission-issue-worries/168995 "2020-08-24T14:11:49Z")

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My 2014 Nissan Pathfinder with only 42k miles on it and taken care of like a baby, is being inspected Monday 8/21/20 for the transmission and axle issues described here. My question? Should I sell it after the repairs ar…

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## [Should I replace frequent burning out H11 Halogens with LED?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-frequent-burning-out-h11-halogens-with-led/112280)

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**Author:** [@John\_Sellers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Sellers)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 1:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-frequent-burning-out-h11-halogens-with-led/112280 "2020-08-24T13:57:20Z")

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I have HAD IT! My H11 Halogen headlights (regular beam) BOTH burned out 2 days apart. This is the 7th or 8th time I have replaced them since I bought this 12/2011 Prius. The Sylvania replacements are rated for 150 ho…

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## [2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo - Trans fluid on dipstick](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo-trans-fluid-on-dipstick/169094)

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**Author:** [@TomR05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomR05)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 12:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chevrolet-monte-carlo-trans-fluid-on-dipstick/169094 "2020-08-24T12:05:49Z")

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When I check motor oil there is transmission fluid on oil dipstick. Why

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