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## [What is this button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-button/168986)

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**Author:** [@lance.cleghorn\_167694](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lance.cleghorn_167694)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 6:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-button/168986 "2020-08-24T06:16:47Z")

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Does anyone know what this button is for?

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## [Fire hazard "remotely" connected to cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-hazard-remotely-connected-to-cars/169083)

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**Author:** [@art1966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/art1966)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 5:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fire-hazard-remotely-connected-to-cars/169083 "2020-08-24T05:19:46Z")

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No particular info on the car, but I think I made the right decision when I did not get the lithium-ion rechargeable hearing aids. Back in my career, lithium batteries were forbidden on USN submarines.

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## [Check engine light lean code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-lean-code/169088)

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**Author:** [@Darren13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darren13)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 24, 2020, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-lean-code/169088 "2020-08-24T04:06:45Z")

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I was driving home the other night and noticed the check engine light came on. Dropped car off at dealer the next day. They ran diagnostics I and was told that the car was running lean but that they were unable to diagn…

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## [Tire repair in new car after tire plugged- Bumpy Drive remains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-repair-in-new-car-after-tire-plugged-bumpy-drive-remains/169017)

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**Author:** [@ms8613a\_170159](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ms8613a_170159)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 10:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-repair-in-new-car-after-tire-plugged-bumpy-drive-remains/169017 "2020-08-23T22:36:59Z")

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Hello, all! I have owned my Kia Telluride for 600 miles and got a flat. A roadside assistance tech found the hole, took the tire off the car, and plugged (not sure if it was a regular plug, patch, combination plug) t…

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## [2012 Volkswagen Beetle - Undercoating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-beetle-undercoating/169014)

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**Author:** [@Arleenscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arleenscar)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-volkswagen-beetle-undercoating/169014 "2020-08-23T22:09:55Z")

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Does my 2012 beetle purchased in Calif. need undercoating if I will be living in Pennsylvania?

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## [2014 Buick Verano - Bad paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-bad-paint/169087)

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**Author:** [@DonDaDaXTC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonDaDaXTC)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-buick-verano-bad-paint/169087 "2020-08-23T21:11:09Z")

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paint and clear coat fading on roof, trunk, hood, is this an issue with thin paint spayed on those areas ? is this a recall item ?

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## [2004 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class - Suspension sags on one side](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-sl-class-suspension-sags-on-one-side/169082)

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**Author:** [@Guy36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Guy36)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mercedes-benz-sl-class-suspension-sags-on-one-side/169082 "2020-08-23T21:06:34Z")

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suspension lowers on right side while sitting over night

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## [2013 Hyundai Sonata - Strategic purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-strategic-purchase/169023)

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**Author:** [@Bloodmoore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bloodmoore)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-hyundai-sonata-strategic-purchase/169023 "2020-08-23T20:41:31Z")

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I am considering buying a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. I know that these things are part of a massive recall and $750 million dollar class action lawsuit because of their engines blowing up without warning while people are drivi…

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## [URGENT, PLEASE HELP! New driver and new car owner. I don't know what to do Nissan Versa S 2009](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-please-help-new-driver-and-new-car-owner-i-dont-know-what-to-do-nissan-versa-s-2009/169036)

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**Author:** [@newcarowner2020](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newcarowner2020)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-please-help-new-driver-and-new-car-owner-i-dont-know-what-to-do-nissan-versa-s-2009/169036 "2020-08-23T20:39:55Z")

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Hello, I have a 2009 Nissan Versa S. It is my first car and it is suddenly having problems. It was fine one day and then yesterday, I tried to drive it and the steering wheel was tight and the pedals (accelerator and bre…

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## [Cadillac. How is the company?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-how-is-the-company/169069)

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**Author:** [@AudiFlyGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudiFlyGuy)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cadillac-how-is-the-company/169069 "2020-08-23T20:01:01Z")

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Looked at a Cadillac this summer. Didn’t buy but thought the car rode and drove well. Is Cadillac selling well? Thanks

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## [Check engine light came on in my Yukon need help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-came-on-in-my-yukon-need-help/169051)

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**Author:** [@Cmckee72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cmckee72)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-came-on-in-my-yukon-need-help/169051 "2020-08-23T18:15:44Z")

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I used a Fuel Injector cleaner on my Yukon and now I have codes and a misfire and was wondering what to do

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## [Scratched oil pan surface](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scratched-oil-pan-surface/169068)

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**Author:** [@loxy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loxy)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scratched-oil-pan-surface/169068 "2020-08-23T15:38:35Z")

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Hii, I recently got my first car and it had a huge leak all around oil pan so I went to replace the seal however when I removed the pan i was shocked to see that some smart ass probably took 80 grit sandpaper and scratch…

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## [Mixing oils in lawn tractor like a dummy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-oils-in-lawn-tractor-like-a-dummy/169056)

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**Author:** [@paulmurphy\_170180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paulmurphy_170180)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mixing-oils-in-lawn-tractor-like-a-dummy/169056 "2020-08-23T14:18:08Z")

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Hello! It’s conceivable that I accidentally mixed sae 30 and 10w30 oil (1 qt each) in my 20 hp Koehler/craftsman lawn tractor today when I changed the oil. We can’t be sure since there were no witnesses. Should I wait …

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## [2003 Saab 9-5 - battery not charging](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-5-battery-not-charging/168935)

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**Author:** [@JimC56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimC56)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-5-battery-not-charging/168935 "2020-08-23T11:15:37Z")

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2003 Saab 95 - Battery not charging. Diagnosis is bad instrument cluster. Any thoughts?

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## [Hwy driving spitting sputtering got it towed home ran fine the next day but I've got random mis fire codes and rough start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hwy-driving-spitting-sputtering-got-it-towed-home-ran-fine-the-next-day-but-ive-got-random-mis-fire-codes-and-rough-start/168906)

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**Author:** [@jdsm1984](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdsm1984)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 5:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hwy-driving-spitting-sputtering-got-it-towed-home-ran-fine-the-next-day-but-ive-got-random-mis-fire-codes-and-rough-start/168906 "2020-08-23T05:59:47Z")

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I was 35 mins into a 60 min highway drive home. driving very easy when I accelerated after some train tracks the t6 started to lose power and I’m sure I could hear the turbo dumping every few seconds. it was running supe…

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## [Jeep Grand Cherokee - Intermittently Won't Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittently-wont-start/78451)

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**Author:** [@kateradee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kateradee)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-grand-cherokee-intermittently-wont-start/78451 "2020-08-23T02:39:17Z")

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Hello! I have had a problem with my Jeep for several years, and I thought my puzzler might be a good contender for your show. I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I have had intermittent starting problems for the past s…

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## [2007 Hyundai Sonata - Switch issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-switch-issues/169062)

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**Author:** [@HenryJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryJ)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-hyundai-sonata-switch-issues/169062 "2020-08-23T02:38:22Z")

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Replaced 2 new switches, sometime switch will not turn on engine to start.

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## [I can't stop looking at cars to potentially buy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-cant-stop-looking-at-cars-to-potentially-buy/168945)

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**Author:** [@Kevin-212](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kevin-212)\
**Replies:** 32\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 2:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-cant-stop-looking-at-cars-to-potentially-buy/168945 "2020-08-23T02:04:14Z")

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So I have a bad addiction…probably a lot of you can relate. I can’t stop looking at cars for sale!! Disclaimer: this’ll be pretty in-depth, if you read it kudos to you… So I currently own a 2015 Chevrolet Volt with al…

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## [Leak near water pump connector?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-near-water-pump-connector/169058)

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**Author:** [@Ryan-119](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan-119)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-near-water-pump-connector/169058 "2020-08-23T01:48:01Z")

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Hey everyone, I own a 2009 Prius with 109,500 miles on it. It has no codes with OBD II scanner as of right now. Heard a mumbling noise today towards the engine while driving slowly and pulled over to check it out. It was…

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## [2012 Jeep Liberty electrical panel is shot](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-liberty-electrical-panel-is-shot/168958)

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**Author:** [@SusanKifer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SusanKifer)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-jeep-liberty-electrical-panel-is-shot/168958 "2020-08-23T00:20:46Z")

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I have had a jeep product since 2000. I was told by the dealership parts department that I had to replace the steering column because the bluetooth wasn’t working and the controls on the left side of the vehicle wouldn’t…

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## [Chrysler Town and Country leaking under glove compartment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-leaking-under-glove-compartment/169059)

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**Author:** [@gamegeek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gamegeek)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country-leaking-under-glove-compartment/169059 "2020-08-22T23:51:10Z")

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Hey there, My minivan is leaking under the glove compartment. Not sure where from. It only happens when I make left turns. And if the AC is on when I make those turns, I hear what sounds like water pouring onto a fan po…

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## [2017 Ford Explorer - Bad paint](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-bad-paint/169043)

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**Author:** [@sherryhouser](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sherryhouser)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-explorer-bad-paint/169043 "2020-08-22T23:48:54Z")

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My 2017 explorer’s hood paint bubbled and is peeling.Now it needs repaired.

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## [2017 Subaru Crosstrek - Died on the highway](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-died-on-the-highway/169047)

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**Author:** [@btoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/btoth)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-died-on-the-highway/169047 "2020-08-22T23:38:55Z")

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completely died when driving on freeway. No lights, No acceleration.

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## [2015 Hyundai Veloster - Too much oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-veloster-too-much-oil/169045)

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**Author:** [@Maria26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maria26)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 10:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-veloster-too-much-oil/169045 "2020-08-22T22:59:22Z")

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Midas over filled my oil, had it drained and now my car leaks oil

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## [2017 RAM Cargo Van - Oil burner](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-cargo-van-oil-burner/168983)

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**Author:** [@godinvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/godinvt)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ram-cargo-van-oil-burner/168983 "2020-08-22T22:10:47Z")

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goes through 1/2 qt oil in 450 miles

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## [2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Oil consumption](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-oil-consumption/169038)

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**Author:** [@RobertT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertT)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-santa-fe-sport-oil-consumption/169038 "2020-08-22T20:01:45Z")

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I find that this engine burns/consumes oil at a very high rate. Is this common with this vehicle? Can it be improved?

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## [2004 Ford F250 - Stalls downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f250-stalls-downhill/169003)

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**Author:** [@terry23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/terry23)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-f250-stalls-downhill/169003 "2020-08-22T19:27:49Z")

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stalls going down the road everything electrical stops working all gauges power windows everything quits working truck set for an hour or 2 starts up everything working truck has 90000 miles on it

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## [How to properly hardwire interior devices?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-hardwire-interior-devices/169028)

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**Author:** [@fahad.jameel02\_170166](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fahad.jameel02_170166)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-properly-hardwire-interior-devices/169028 "2020-08-22T18:36:04Z")

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I wanted to know what is the proper way to hardwire interior devices? More specifically I want to hard wire some interior LED lights and a dashcam. I’ve watched a few videos online but they never explained which way it s…

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## [Shift cable issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-cable-issues/169031)

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**Author:** [@joneszusn\_170168](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joneszusn_170168)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shift-cable-issues/169031 "2020-08-22T18:26:39Z")

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Hello! I have a 2004 Chevy Avalanche and I just started doing repairs by myself instead of taking it to a shop to save money (I’ve only done an oil change) but I am mechanically inclined as I was an engineer in the Navy…

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## [Intermittent radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-radio/169025)

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**Author:** [@joshucobalt2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshucobalt2010)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [August 22, 2020, 3:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-radio/169025 "2020-08-22T15:06:34Z")

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Discussion Starter • #1 • a moment ago Hey ya all I am having stock radio problems. One day the radio wouldn’t turn off, so I had to pull the fuse. It’s not the RAP because windows stopped working when I open door. It’s…

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