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## [Ford's new Driver Assist Technology](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fords-new-driver-assist-technology/165995)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fords-new-driver-assist-technology/165995 "2020-06-22T22:44:47Z")

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… might be more advanced than Tesla’s Autopilot system.

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## [Changed front calipers. Should I bleed back calipers also?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-front-calipers-should-i-bleed-back-calipers-also/165978)

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**Author:** [@jameson.luttrell\_154832](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jameson.luttrell_154832)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/changed-front-calipers-should-i-bleed-back-calipers-also/165978 "2020-06-22T22:25:26Z")

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Hi I have a 2001 Sonoma. I just replaced my front calipers and pads. The rear wheals are disk brakes. I’m wondering if I have to bleed all four breaks. I’ve read that some vehicles have separate lines running to the mas…

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## [VW Timing Chain and Bent Valves](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-timing-chain-and-bent-valves/154568)

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**Author:** [@madison.silver1212\_160856](https://community.cartalk.com/u/madison.silver1212_160856)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-timing-chain-and-bent-valves/154568 "2020-06-22T21:58:54Z")

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The timing chain broke on my 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (79k miles). Due to a settlement, the dealership will cover 100% of the timing chain repairs and 40% of any resulting damage. The dealer called me and told me that afte…

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## [2017 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck - Rear brakes wearing first](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-rear-brakes-wearing-first/166075)

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**Author:** [@JamesMcNulty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesMcNulty)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 9:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-rear-brakes-wearing-first/166075 "2020-06-22T21:56:34Z")

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why are my rear brake pads worn down almost metal to metal while my front pads still have more than half left.This truck only has 26,500 miles on it. I bought this truck new. I have never had to replace rear brakes befor…

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## [2014 Chrysler Town & Country ticking/knocking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-town-country-ticking-knocking-sound/116176)

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**Author:** [@Bernita](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bernita)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-chrysler-town-country-ticking-knocking-sound/116176 "2020-06-22T21:41:30Z")

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Help!!! I have a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country that is making a ticking/knocking sound. I have been told that is several things wrong…can someone help this old female find out what is wrong with her car…PLEASE

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## [Truck bogging down](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-bogging-down/165954)

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**Author:** [@redneckred](https://community.cartalk.com/u/redneckred)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-bogging-down/165954 "2020-06-22T20:36:19Z")

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I am posting this for my brother-in-law, so my first hand knowledge of the information is limited. He has a 2003 Chevrolet 2500 with the 6.6L Diesel engine. He says the problem is when he takes off or “gets in it” the tr…

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## [2008 Mariner Shaking+Engine Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mariner-shaking-engine-light/166174)

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**Author:** [@Lt\_Skunky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lt_Skunky)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mariner-shaking-engine-light/166174 "2020-06-22T20:32:44Z")

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Hello, Fiancee drove the Mariner today on the Highway from her place of work to a bank for business purposes, and it ran just fine. Began her return trip on the Highway and the car again did just fine, then got off the …

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## [2008 Toyota Prius - Wheel bearing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-prius-wheel-bearing/166159)

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**Author:** [@tnt0225](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tnt0225)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-prius-wheel-bearing/166159 "2020-06-22T19:03:11Z")

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Believe the passenger side wheel bearing needs replaced.

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## [2008 Toyota Highlander - TPMS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-tpms/166148)

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**Author:** [@Howdy55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Howdy55)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-toyota-highlander-tpms/166148 "2020-06-22T18:28:15Z")

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We have a 2008 Toyota Highlander, not the hybrid model. The low tire warning light continues to come on even though I check the air pressure of all tires, including the spare, and ensure that they have the correct PSI. …

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## [Prius Brake Pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brake-pads/166097)

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**Author:** [@kroewrite\_168405](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kroewrite_168405)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/prius-brake-pads/166097 "2020-06-22T18:16:36Z")

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Bought a 2010 Prius at 55,000 mi. Brake pads were at 6mm front and 5mm rear. Car is now at 98,000 mi. Recent dealer maintenance showed brake pads at 3mm front and 4mm rear. Dealer service was pushing me to replace them, …

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## [Defective radiator caused a need for expensive transmission flush. Can I recover the cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defective-radiator-caused-a-need-for-expensive-transmission-flush-can-i-recover-the-cost/165898)

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**Author:** [@Andy-69](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andy-69)\
**Replies:** 44\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/defective-radiator-caused-a-need-for-expensive-transmission-flush-can-i-recover-the-cost/165898 "2020-06-22T17:52:02Z")

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I purchased “SPECTRA PREMIUM CU2952 {#7L2Z8005A, 8L2Z8005A}” from Rock Auto on May 12. On May 23 I installed the radiator in a 2007 Ford Explorer. On initial startup of the engine and flushing of the cooling system we im…

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## [Po340 & po341](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po340-po341/103202)

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**Author:** [@Sloepoke](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sloepoke)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/po340-po341/103202 "2020-06-22T17:50:59Z")

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2004 Saturn Ion 2.2 ecotec . Installed new spark plugs , coil pack & icm . Car seems to run fine but throws the PO341 code . Installed the original icm on the new coil pack & it throws the PO340 code . Seems to run fine …

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## [2000 Ford Expedition - Battery issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-battery-issue/166161)

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**Author:** [@ChristopherJestis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristopherJestis)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-expedition-battery-issue/166161 "2020-06-22T17:49:12Z")

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Well my truck starts but when I check the battery its shows 10.7 is jumping it back to life and should I drive it for about 30mines or 1-3 hours just to keep it alive long lasting because I don’t have enough money to buy…

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## [Drive Shaft Stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-stuck/166138)

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**Author:** [@RickyRobert](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RickyRobert)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-shaft-stuck/166138 "2020-06-22T17:42:40Z")

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I’m replacing my transfer case but my rear drive shaft is stuck to my transfer case adapter. The bolts are removed the other end came out of the rear differential How do I get it out?

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## [Purchase or lease?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-or-lease/166045)

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**Author:** [@DAVID46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DAVID46)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 3:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-or-lease/166045 "2020-06-22T15:54:19Z")

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What is your take on purchasing versus leasing a new car?

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## [How many cars have you owned? List Them!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-many-cars-have-you-owned-list-them/32403)

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**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\
**Replies:** 167\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 3:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-many-cars-have-you-owned-list-them/32403 "2020-06-22T15:43:36Z")

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Since your very first car, how many have you owned? Can you list them all?

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## [2002 Nissan Xterra - Now consumes oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-xterra-now-consumes-oil/166049)

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**Author:** [@jsisom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsisom)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 2:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-xterra-now-consumes-oil/166049 "2020-06-22T14:21:08Z")

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Vehicle started using oil, like overnight. One quart per 100 miles. 2002 Xterra, 3.4L, 5sp manual, 4wd. 151,000 miles. There are no leaks, and no oil smoke from the tail pipe.

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## [A wandering mind and diminishingly relevant questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-wandering-mind-and-diminishingly-relevant-questions/166139)

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**Author:** [@Dakotaboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dakotaboy)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-wandering-mind-and-diminishingly-relevant-questions/166139 "2020-06-22T13:52:06Z")

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So I had my portable power source out to get the cord I use to charge my phone when a question popped up unbidden in my mind. When using jumper cables you generally hook up negative to negative and positive to positive …

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## [Should I buy a 2009 outback sport?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2009-outback-sport/166141)

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**Author:** [@Bryxann7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bryxann7)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-a-2009-outback-sport/166141 "2020-06-22T12:57:48Z")

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Recently I’ve looked into buying a very clean 2009 outback sport with 145k miles from an older gentleman who seems to have taken good care of it. 1 owner, Oil change every 3 months, timing belt replaced at 80k miles and…

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## [2017 Hyundai Sonata -oil change time](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-oil-change-time/165965)

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**Author:** [@BillNewcomb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillNewcomb)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-hyundai-sonata-oil-change-time/165965 "2020-06-22T12:51:40Z")

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Is 6 months to long between oil changes, using full synthetic oil?

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## [2016 Ford Expedition - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-expedition-starting-issues/166109)

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**Author:** [@RCB05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RCB05)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-ford-expedition-starting-issues/166109 "2020-06-22T12:50:56Z")

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2016 Ford Expedition Limited does not start at least once a week. Dealer cannot find the problem. Help:

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## [2004 Lexus ES 330 - Multiple warnings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-es-330-multiple-warnings/166059)

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**Author:** [@Timeless](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Timeless)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-es-330-multiple-warnings/166059 "2020-06-22T12:36:49Z")

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The VSC, TRAC OFF and CHECK engine lights are on 2nd time. 1st time -loose gas cap. 2nd time-loose gas cap BUT tightened cap didn’t fix it

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## [Head Lights, Bulb or wiring?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-lights-bulb-or-wiring/76768)

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**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/head-lights-bulb-or-wiring/76768 "2020-06-22T12:30:56Z")

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The other night I was driving at night and got behind a SUV at a traffic light and noticed one of my head lights were out.. So I pulled over in a parking lot and tapped the light.. It came back on and worked for the rest…

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## [Timing chain replacement went wrong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-replacement-went-wrong/166039)

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**Author:** [@WezPowell96](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WezPowell96)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 9:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain-replacement-went-wrong/166039 "2020-06-22T09:25:30Z")

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Hey guys, Hoping you can give me some clarification. So recently I did a chain replacement on my beater/project car. 2005 toyota yaris mk1 1.0 vvti 16v it has the 1sz fe engine. Now I’m a fairly experienced DIY but I’…

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## [1995 Chevrolet Tahoe - Hard to put into park](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-chevrolet-tahoe-hard-to-put-into-park/166124)

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**Author:** [@DavidFinn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidFinn)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 6:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-chevrolet-tahoe-hard-to-put-into-park/166124 "2020-06-22T06:55:51Z")

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When the vehicle is put I to hear the driveline turns and doesn’t go anywhere and you have to turn the car off to stop the driveline to stop turning then put it into park

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## [2009 Subaru Forester - Starting issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-starting-issues/166089)

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**Author:** [@connie01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/connie01)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-subaru-forester-starting-issues/166089 "2020-06-22T04:49:11Z")

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stick shift. Original owners. No problems until 171,000. February 2020 started to have starting problems. Took it into our trusted automotive center and when they had it they had no starting problems. Battery was rep…

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## [My 10 year ford headache](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-10-year-ford-headache/166116)

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**Author:** [@Drybison65](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drybison65)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 4:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-10-year-ford-headache/166116 "2020-06-22T04:17:13Z")

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Im trying to work out a car issue. Its a 2010 ford fusion 2.5l its hard starting at what seems to be random and the temp gauge reads under the cold line even if ive been driving for hours. During the winter it would bare…

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## [AC blowing hot at idle but cold at higher rpm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-at-idle-but-cold-at-higher-rpm/143212)

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**Author:** [@Dan-Pape](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dan-Pape)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blowing-hot-at-idle-but-cold-at-higher-rpm/143212 "2020-06-22T03:50:33Z")

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I have a 2011 focus with AC blowing warm at idle but cold at higher rpm. I have tried a few things already and am stumped. So I checked low pressure and at idle it was bouncing around from 100 to 120psi and when rpms wer…

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## [2021 GMC Sierra 1500 - Trans failure looking for friends](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-gmc-sierra-1500-trans-failure-looking-for-friends/166094)

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**Author:** [@CharlieWebb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharlieWebb)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-gmc-sierra-1500-trans-failure-looking-for-friends/166094 "2020-06-22T03:37:34Z")

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Has anyone had a total failure of the transmission in a 2016 GMC sierra? The vehicle has only 92,000 miles. I understand that there are some lemons but a transmission should not go out at less than 100,000 miles.

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## [Car wont start after a short drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-after-a-short-drive/17576)

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**Author:** [@gswofford](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gswofford)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-after-a-short-drive/17576 "2020-06-22T00:58:31Z")

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My car starts fine in the morning or after sitting for a few hours. The car won't start again if it has been recently been driven. The car runs fine and has been checked out by a mechanic. The mechanic can't find any pro…

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