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## [2003 Nissan Maxima vibration won’t go away](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-maxima-vibration-won-t-go-away/167288)

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**Author:** [@Mykasergal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mykasergal)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-nissan-maxima-vibration-won-t-go-away/167288 "2020-07-13T22:32:43Z")

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Having a vibration in the front end that cant seem to go away. It happens when going over road imperfections.

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## [Do transgender drivers get cheaper insurance rates for cars?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-transgender-drivers-get-cheaper-insurance-rates-for-cars/167291)

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**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-transgender-drivers-get-cheaper-insurance-rates-for-cars/167291 "2020-07-13T22:25:18Z")

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LOL completely random question, But if you go from being a man or whatever to a women or whatever you were aiming to transform into, Does that mean that original guy gets that nice insurance cut for now “being female” an…

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## [Driving while low on oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-while-low-on-oil/166958)

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**Author:** [@Nicholas-30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nicholas-30)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-while-low-on-oil/166958 "2020-07-13T21:55:58Z")

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I have a 2016 hyundia accent sedan, when I took my car in to get a oil change the mechanic said you only had about a quart to a quart and a half of oil in your car. Could driving with that amount of oil in my car damaged…

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## [New Tires feels like I'm sliding and swaying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-feels-like-im-sliding-and-swaying/74395)

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**Author:** [@swilson208](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swilson208)\
**Replies:** 25\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tires-feels-like-im-sliding-and-swaying/74395 "2020-07-13T20:00:37Z")

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Hello all-I own a 2010 Ford Focus (compact sedan) and had to purchase a set of new tires. I went to a retail chain store that I've never been to before. The salesman suggests a set of 195/60R15 Trazanos for $304.68. I dr…

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## [2015 VW GTI’s + Seeking General Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-vw-gti-s-seeking-general-advice/166910)

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**Author:** [@sparklehoof](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparklehoof)\
**Replies:** 50\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-vw-gti-s-seeking-general-advice/166910 "2020-07-13T19:23:36Z")

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Love my ‘03 GTI but it’s time for something newer. Seeking some input: Where have you had good experiences looking for a used car online? Negotiating Skills and Tips needed: Strategies to negotiate price to on a p…

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## [Power steering fluid leak from 2007 Saturn Aura](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-leak-from-2007-saturn-aura/167283)

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**Author:** [@BillyArmstrong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillyArmstrong)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-leak-from-2007-saturn-aura/167283 "2020-07-13T17:55:48Z")

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huge leak under steering gear of power steering fluid.

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## [2009 Chevrolet HHR - Gauges Turn On & Off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-hhr-gauges-turn-on-off/145589)

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**Author:** [@Zachary\_Fisher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Zachary_Fisher)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 4:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-hhr-gauges-turn-on-off/145589 "2020-07-13T16:18:55Z")

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The gauges in my car will sometimes start turning on and off randomly, and often times the dash lights will also turn on and off in a similar fashion. The car still runs completely fine, no issue with headlights. Sometim…

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## [2014 Chevrolet Malibu - worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-worth-buying/167186)

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**Author:** [@Seven4002](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seven4002)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chevrolet-malibu-worth-buying/167186 "2020-07-13T14:51:15Z")

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Is it a good car to buy?

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## [2012 Ford Escape - pressing key fob set off blinking lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-escape-pressing-key-fob-set-off-blinking-lights/167117)

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**Author:** [@DanB37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanB37)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-escape-pressing-key-fob-set-off-blinking-lights/167117 "2020-07-13T14:50:32Z")

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Pressed key fob to unlock door head lights and all dash lights immediately started blinking rapidly until it killed the battery. Jumped car, it started immediately and ran for two months with no issues before it happed …

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## [Honda CVT or Non CVT?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cvt-or-non-cvt/167122)

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**Author:** [@ntauctions](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ntauctions)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-cvt-or-non-cvt/167122 "2020-07-13T13:47:48Z")

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In the market for a used SUV and I think we’re going to go w a Honda CRV. I’ve heard bad things about the CVT transmissions so we’re leaning toward a 2014 with the automatic transmission. The guy at the Honda dealership …

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## [Volvo P2032 code](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-p2032-code/167258)

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**Author:** [@cam14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cam14)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-p2032-code/167258 "2020-07-13T13:29:22Z")

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Volvo problem 2032 so can it be fixed like this

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## [Easiest car for heater core and evaporator replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/easiest-car-for-heater-core-and-evaporator-replacement/166829)

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**Author:** [@SpudMuffin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SpudMuffin)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/easiest-car-for-heater-core-and-evaporator-replacement/166829 "2020-07-13T13:16:28Z")

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What are the cars that have the easiest access to AC evaporator and heater core. I find these to be the two hardest things to replace on my own.

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## [Hold it rat there!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hold-it-rat-there/164446)

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**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\
**Replies:** 43\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hold-it-rat-there/164446 "2020-07-13T13:08:21Z")

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It’s been a couple weeks since I opened the hood, but then, I’m only driving once a week, less than 10 miles. I find this: Luckily it looks like nothing was chewed. It’s been about a year since I sprinkled cayenne …

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## [2012 Ford Mustang - should I follow manufacturer ATF advice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-mustang-should-i-follow-manufacturer-atf-advice/167146)

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**Author:** [@MikeVenaglia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeVenaglia)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-ford-mustang-should-i-follow-manufacturer-atf-advice/167146 "2020-07-13T13:01:59Z")

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Should I follow my owner’s manual instructions that call for never changing the automatic transmission fluid? I have always changed this fluid at 30,000-50,000 miles.

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## [Going rate for a 2003 Subaru Forester transmission replacement?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-rate-for-a-2003-subaru-forester-transmission-replacement/167244)

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**Author:** [@Aquarius35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Aquarius35)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 12:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/going-rate-for-a-2003-subaru-forester-transmission-replacement/167244 "2020-07-13T12:21:38Z")

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How much is the going rate for a new transmission on a 2003 Subaru forester?

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## [2013 Chevrolet Equinox acts like it has no power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-acts-like-it-has-no-power/167225)

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**Author:** [@LindaLong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaLong)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-chevrolet-equinox-acts-like-it-has-no-power/167225 "2020-07-13T12:12:01Z")

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My 2013 EQUINOX sometimes acts like it has no power right after I start to drive.After I give it the gas, it comes out of it and drives perfect. This went on for a couple of months and now will die when I start it, but n…

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## [Power Loss When Warm - Timing Issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-loss-when-warm-timing-issue/167191)

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**Author:** [@Mark-490](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark-490)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 11:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-loss-when-warm-timing-issue/167191 "2020-07-13T11:04:29Z")

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Hi all, I have a weird issue on my 2004 Mazda 3 2.3L (non-turbo, cable throttle), where letting go of the throttle causes the engine to shudder and drop RPM harshly, but ONLY when the engine has warmed up. I have taken…

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## [2011 Ford F350 - Tramlining](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f350-tramlining/167166)

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**Author:** [@ElrayMyers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElrayMyers)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 10:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-f350-tramlining/167166 "2020-07-13T10:46:46Z")

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It started out pulling one way or the other when you went around a corner, now coming home it started to pull when I came around a corner on the highway first one way and then the other like you were hitting ruts in the …

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## [Downstream O2 sensors](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downstream-o2-sensors/166437)

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**Author:** [@Darryn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Darryn)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 10:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downstream-o2-sensors/166437 "2020-07-13T10:38:38Z")

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Hi. Im new to this forum so be kind hahaha. I have a 2006 fiat stilo 1.6 16v. She has a CEL with a trouble code P0141. I have symptoms: Slight decrease in fuel economy Rough engine idle which started out first event…

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## [2019 vs. 2020 Toyota Highlander - better ride for less pain?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-vs-2020-toyota-highlander-better-ride-for-less-pain/167216)

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**Author:** [@GaryGlazier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryGlazier)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 1:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-vs-2020-toyota-highlander-better-ride-for-less-pain/167216 "2020-07-13T01:11:01Z")

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I bought a 2019 Highlander Limited. After driving the car for an hour plus drive my hips and lower back hurt. The passager seats are fine. This is unacceptable. I think I’ll trade in my car for a better riding one. I don…

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## [1997 subaru legacy overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-overheating/82127)

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**Author:** [@grego2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grego2)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1997-subaru-legacy-overheating/82127 "2020-07-13T00:52:55Z")

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no white smoke, no water in the oil. I think the antifreeze is not circulating. thermostat? plugged radiator? faulty water pump? air blocked? I have had heat in the car when the gauge is on "H" and then cool air whe…

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## [97 TJ acceleration problems and engine noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-tj-acceleration-problems-and-engine-noises/167241)

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**Author:** [@MississippiVol16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MississippiVol16)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 13, 2020, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-tj-acceleration-problems-and-engine-noises/167241 "2020-07-13T00:04:00Z")

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Hi everyone, I just bought a 97 2.5L 5 speed just to give you an idea of what I have. First thing, when I get to 4th gear it takes a very long time to accelerate to 55-60 mph. I will put it in 5th only when on a long hi…

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## [Replacing Engine on 99 Toyota Camry 2.2L EFI DOHC 4cyl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-engine-on-99-toyota-camry-2-2l-efi-dohc-4cyl/167242)

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**Author:** [@calvarez56\_169049](https://community.cartalk.com/u/calvarez56_169049)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-engine-on-99-toyota-camry-2-2l-efi-dohc-4cyl/167242 "2020-07-12T23:43:51Z")

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Hi, My car overheated & it blew a head gasket on my 99 Toyota 4cyl Camry. I was told, by the shade tree mechanic who just replaced the radiator & thermostat & then discovered that the head gasket was blown, that it wou…

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## [Pickup won't start, starter inert, I hear a click](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-wont-start-starter-inert-i-hear-a-click/166981)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 11:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-wont-start-starter-inert-i-hear-a-click/166981 "2020-07-12T23:16:09Z")

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I went out at 5:30 AM for a trip to the home store, trying to beat the heat. It wouldn’t start. The battery tests okay, the dashboard lights are bright, the radio loud (turned on just for the test), windshield wipers w…

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## [Best place to search for a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-place-to-search-for-a-car/167189)

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**Author:** [@Blakensnake](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Blakensnake)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-place-to-search-for-a-car/167189 "2020-07-12T22:29:54Z")

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for buying a cheap car and hoping for 25,50 sometimes even 100k miles with minor repairs is a needle in a haystack, especially if your planning to do ton of personal and work driving. But most cars near 150k-175k are on …

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## [Ford Escort 2000 Stuttering/hesitation problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escort-2000-stuttering-hesitation-problems/167171)

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**Author:** [@felipe.kuhn\_169008](https://community.cartalk.com/u/felipe.kuhn_169008)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-escort-2000-stuttering-hesitation-problems/167171 "2020-07-12T21:35:05Z")

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It seems like a fuel/air problem, so naturally went to check and replace the following Fuel Injector (cleaned); Fuel Filter (got a brand new); Fuel Pump (checked pressure); Air Filter (was pretty clean); Spark Plugs (b…

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## [What does things taped under the hood mean?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-things-taped-under-the-hood-mean/167207)

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**Author:** [@kelseymarie1122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kelseymarie1122)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-does-things-taped-under-the-hood-mean/167207 "2020-07-12T20:26:53Z")

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Hello, looked at a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee but I noticed that some things were taped together under the hood. The sales man is trying to say its normal and that he used to be a mechanic. Is this normal? What does this …

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## [Ford F 150 2011 Starting Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-2011-starting-problem/165497)

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**Author:** [@gerrywerner\_165391](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gerrywerner_165391)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f-150-2011-starting-problem/165497 "2020-07-12T19:15:59Z")

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The subject vehicle was purchased new and operated flawlessly until early 2018 when the vehicle would not start, I had it towed to a AAA repair shop and they replaced the starter, The truck ran well until Oct, 2019 when …

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## [Water pump pulley stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-pulley-stuck/167149)

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**Author:** [@Storm-36](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Storm-36)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-pump-pulley-stuck/167149 "2020-07-12T17:20:23Z")

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I replaced the water pump in my 2011 Traverse. I put the first pulley bolt in hand tight and tried to spin to the next hole on the top. Pulley was hard to spin but I figured it was because i didn’t have the opposite bolt…

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## [2007 Ford Mustang - rapid ticking noise before starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-mustang-rapid-ticking-noise-before-starting/167203)

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**Author:** [@giora5](https://community.cartalk.com/u/giora5)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-mustang-rapid-ticking-noise-before-starting/167203 "2020-07-12T16:32:48Z")

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when i turn the switch on before starting the car makes 1-30 seconds of rapid tic sounds

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