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## [This is an awesome site with great people](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-an-awesome-site-with-great-people/164795)

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**Author:** [@Donutman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Donutman)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/this-is-an-awesome-site-with-great-people/164795 "2020-05-25T00:36:07Z")

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Just saying. I learn an awful lot here and get a lot of great advice. Thank you.

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## [Subaru Outback Intermittent Crank Not Starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-intermittent-crank-not-starting/146782)

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**Author:** [@emily\_156249](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emily_156249)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 11:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-outback-intermittent-crank-not-starting/146782 "2020-05-24T23:42:03Z")

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Hello all, My Subaru Outback 2008 will intermittently crank but not start. This happens at nighttime, morning, after running the car fine all day, after starting it fine once in the morning then won’t start at my next d…

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## [2015 Hyundai Elantra glove compartment won’t open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-elantra-glove-compartment-won-t-open/164743)

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**Author:** [@GalM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GalM)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-elantra-glove-compartment-won-t-open/164743 "2020-05-24T22:20:16Z")

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glove compartment in elantra 2015 not opens

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## [Need help figuring out what this part is called](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-figuring-out-what-this-part-is-called/164750)

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**Author:** [@Ben-G1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-G1)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-figuring-out-what-this-part-is-called/164750 "2020-05-24T18:55:29Z")

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Hello. I recently heard a tick near my back left brake and followed it to a brake line that has a bracket attached. The plastic bracket was holding the brake line in place and was attached to what looks like the axel. An…

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## [2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee - AC and battery mystery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-ac-and-battery-mystery/164699)

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**Author:** [@alaroz33\_167565](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alaroz33_167565)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-jeep-grand-cherokee-ac-and-battery-mystery/164699 "2020-05-24T18:36:32Z")

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Problems started when the AC would stop blowing. The AC motor runs but no cold air comes out of any of the vents (floor, dash, etc). Then an hour later it would start working again. A few days later, the car would not s…

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## [2010 Subaru Forester started by itself!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-started-by-itself/164759)

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**Author:** [@CarMystery](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarMystery)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-forester-started-by-itself/164759 "2020-05-24T18:32:51Z")

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My boyfriend and I just got done doing groceries and we’re closing up the car when it went and started by itself! The key was not in the ignition and the car shut off when I went in and pressed the brake. Any ideas (besi…

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## [2004 Lincoln Aviator - what size jack?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-aviator-what-size-jack/164764)

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**Author:** [@troubled05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/troubled05)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-aviator-what-size-jack/164764 "2020-05-24T17:50:25Z")

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need to get under my lincoln avatar to change my thermostat is a 2004 what size jack do i need

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## [Parking brake column and question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-brake-column-and-question/164748)

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**Author:** [@MichaelH05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelH05)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parking-brake-column-and-question/164748 "2020-05-24T17:12:47Z")

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Regarding your article on automatic parking brakes on May 23. In the old days, the parking brake used to be called an “emergency brake”. Many years ago, I had occasion to use this feature. The previous owner of my 1954 M…

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## [Intermittent no start issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-start-issue/162591)

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**Author:** [@scottadams650\_166242](https://community.cartalk.com/u/scottadams650_166242)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-no-start-issue/162591 "2020-05-24T16:47:19Z")

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Hello everybody,1st time user. I own an 03’ Altima 2.5 S with 142k miles. Car hasn’t ever givin me any grief in the 3yrs i’ve owned it,until lately. So what happens is I’ll get in start it & everything is good,get to whe…

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## [H vs T speed rating for tire replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-vs-t-speed-rating-for-tire-replacement/6017)

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**Author:** [@Ed\_Lilly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed_Lilly)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/h-vs-t-speed-rating-for-tire-replacement/6017 "2020-05-24T15:35:56Z")

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I have a 4+ year old Subaru with high miles but that I will continue to drive for a few more years. It needs new tires, and currently has H rated touring tires. I no longer have a long highway commute, and was consider…

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## [2012 Hyundai Sonata — is this enough driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-is-this-enough-driving/164724)

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**Author:** [@loisgreve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/loisgreve)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-hyundai-sonata-is-this-enough-driving/164724 "2020-05-24T15:23:57Z")

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secondary car not driven much 20 miles a month until pandemic now not at all…i run car 20-30 minutes in park twice a week 1/2 tank of gas left about 1 year old. is it ok?

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## [Car start/battery](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-battery/164778)

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**Author:** [@trevordtate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/trevordtate)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-start-battery/164778 "2020-05-24T14:06:49Z")

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So I’ve been having issues with a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The battery continues to drain when it’s not being driven and the car has to crank longer than usual before starting. Once the car starts though it runs fine. I ha…

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## [Broken alternator brush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556)

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**Author:** [@Ryangmiller91\_167473](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryangmiller91_167473)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 1:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/broken-alternator-brush/164556 "2020-05-24T13:22:33Z")

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Vehicle: 2005 buick lacrosse cx 3.8L Recently had p0621 code, generator l terminal circuit malfunction. Tested battery and alternator with multimeter, getting no charge (below 12.4v). Take alternator off and into shop …

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## [2009 Chrysler 300 - Fuel pump trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-300-fuel-pump-trouble/164756)

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**Author:** [@Richard34](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Richard34)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 8:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chrysler-300-fuel-pump-trouble/164756 "2020-05-24T08:05:26Z")

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Sometimes fuel pump runs car runs fine othert times fuel pump does not go on car does not start this is with a new fuel pump and fuel pump switch

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## [‘98 Nissan stalling when coming to a stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-nissan-stalling-when-coming-to-a-stop/164767)

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**Author:** [@kate1lyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kate1lyn)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-nissan-stalling-when-coming-to-a-stop/164767 "2020-05-24T06:53:00Z")

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Before I begin, let me make it clear that I’m a newbie when it comes to working on cars. So, my ‘98 Pathfinder has about 210,000 miles on the odometer, and I haven’t had it for very long. I’ve had an issue with the car…

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## [Lousy jack stands](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lousy-jack-stands/164582)

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**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\
**Replies:** 44\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lousy-jack-stands/164582 "2020-05-24T03:54:31Z")

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Check out this article about harbor fake jack stands :laughing: https://jalopnik.com/dont-trust-your-life-to-these-jack-stands-1843546730

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## [Why is it the tool you need is the only one you can't find?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-it-the-tool-you-need-is-the-only-one-you-cant-find/164275)

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**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\
**Replies:** 69\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-it-the-tool-you-need-is-the-only-one-you-cant-find/164275 "2020-05-24T03:49:54Z")

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Is there anyone else? Sure I am not the most organised, sure I see my 4 different oil wrenches hanging neatly, but need a caulk gun today, what is the name for that evil god that hides whatever it is you are looking for? …

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## [2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic power steering fluid leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-power-steering-fluid-leak/164715)

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**Author:** [@christineg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/christineg)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chevrolet-malibu-classic-power-steering-fluid-leak/164715 "2020-05-24T03:48:24Z")

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fan not going on sensor coolant and now leaking pstearing fluid and scared im going to die or kill someone if it goes out when driving like the fuel pump i cant afford wrong diagnostic on ssi and someone said it was blow…

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## [Pause then clunk in transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pause-then-clunk-in-transmission/164465)

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**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pause-then-clunk-in-transmission/164465 "2020-05-24T02:58:34Z")

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2013 f150 v8 auto. 95000 miles Drove it 5 days ago, been parked in the garage since. Went to get it out and when I put it in reverse it didn’t move right away. No big deal it’s happened before but usually after it sits …

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## [How to figure what the proper price is for a classic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-figure-what-the-proper-price-is-for-a-classic/164426)

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**Author:** [@Rusty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rusty)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-figure-what-the-proper-price-is-for-a-classic/164426 "2020-05-24T00:55:51Z")

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Hello y’all. I’m considering about a car I’d be interested in purchasing. It’s a 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Classic coupe. My grandparents used to have one and I’d like to have it since I like to get nostalgic. My question i…

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## [Car Alarms Capability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-alarms-capability/164732)

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**Author:** [@russharv63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/russharv63)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 12:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-alarms-capability/164732 "2020-05-24T00:17:43Z")

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If someone vandalizes your car by slashing your tires will that set the car alarm off or not?

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## [2003 VW Beetle Convertible - is the key the problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-beetle-convertible-is-the-key-the-problem/164726)

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**Author:** [@JoeEvans](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoeEvans)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-vw-beetle-convertible-is-the-key-the-problem/164726 "2020-05-23T20:39:37Z")

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Electronic door lock actuators fault. I have had them replaced three times but they fail again immediately. The window dose not do the final movement to seal under the hood when the door is closed. It also inadvertently …

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## [2001 Hyundai Santa Fe eats alternators. New one every year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-santa-fe-eats-alternators-new-one-every-year/164729)

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**Author:** [@John-1052](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John-1052)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-hyundai-santa-fe-eats-alternators-new-one-every-year/164729 "2020-05-23T20:06:57Z")

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I’ve had my 2001 Santa Fe for 6 years now. I’ve almost replaced the alternator every year, due to a bearing failure. Lucky most were under warranty. One had bearing failure within 6 months. I replace them with a new/rebu…

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## [2014 Ford Escape CEL goes on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-cel-goes-on-and-off/164731)

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**Author:** [@Nightsparkle10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nightsparkle10)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-escape-cel-goes-on-and-off/164731 "2020-05-23T20:04:19Z")

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Check engine light on for three weeks. Then goes off

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## [2006 Mercury Milan misfire, power loss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-milan-misfire-power-loss/164703)

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**Author:** [@AndrewMartinez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndrewMartinez)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercury-milan-misfire-power-loss/164703 "2020-05-23T20:00:02Z")

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mis fire,loss power knocking stalls

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## [K 1500 89 chevy truck will start but not run for more than 30 seconds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/k-1500-89-chevy-truck-will-start-but-not-run-for-more-than-30-seconds/72652)

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**Author:** [@beccababe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beccababe)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/k-1500-89-chevy-truck-will-start-but-not-run-for-more-than-30-seconds/72652 "2020-05-23T19:23:09Z")

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HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My truck hasn't run for over a year and no one seems to be able to tell me why. The fuel pump supposedly has 10 lbs of pressure, it has new fuel pump relay, new throttle body, and probably more new t…

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## [2013 Dodge Journey shows intermittent CEL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-journey-shows-intermittent-cel/164739)

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**Author:** [@MB56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MB56)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-dodge-journey-shows-intermittent-cel/164739 "2020-05-23T19:16:10Z")

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Hello! My Dodge Journey has intermittently displayed the “check engine” light over the last year. The service team claims they find nothing wrong, and since they can’t replicate the issue, say nothing can be done. A sen…

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## [2005 Honda Civic - Unknown Coolant Leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-unknown-coolant-leak/164708)

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**Author:** [@mattscherer5198\_167569](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattscherer5198_167569)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 7:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-honda-civic-unknown-coolant-leak/164708 "2020-05-23T19:14:41Z")

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So here’s the issue I’ve been having and I’m out of ideas, a quick summary is at the bottom: I’ve had my car for 4 years. After about 2 years, I happened to be checking the coolant level and noticed it was pretty low, m…

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## [Bought Jeep...got beat..help. has issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-jeep-got-beat-help-has-issues/164694)

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**Author:** [@garyg199\_167562](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garyg199_167562)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bought-jeep-got-beat-help-has-issues/164694 "2020-05-23T18:45:52Z")

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So I bought an 08 Jeep Liberty from this privileged college kid. I asked him about 5 times, in writing and in person, if it had any mechanical issues. Specifically if it had any transmission issues, being theyre known fo…

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## [2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rough Idle (3.6l v6)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-rough-idle-3-6l-v6/161045)

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**Author:** [@blaber.jonathan\_165157](https://community.cartalk.com/u/blaber.jonathan_165157)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-jeep-grand-cherokee-rough-idle-3-6l-v6/161045 "2020-05-23T18:33:56Z")

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Good evening all! Since December 2019, my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been idling pretty rough. It first started as a slight vibration but now it seems to be like an electric massager! Some days are better than others,…

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