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## [Squeaking 2011 Jeep Compass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-2011-jeep-compass/162841)

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**Author:** [@KarenRedding](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KarenRedding)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/squeaking-2011-jeep-compass/162841 "2020-04-14T18:58:07Z")

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I close the rear trunk door on my 2011 Jeep Compass. You hear a squeak. When driving on uneven roads you hear the squeak. When backing up into driveway you hear a strange noise as if the gear not working

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## [2015 Ford Escape - Why turbos?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-why-turbos/162315)

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**Author:** [@GregoryPowers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GregoryPowers)\
**Replies:** 36\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-escape-why-turbos/162315 "2020-04-14T16:47:32Z")

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Why have car manufactures gone to turbos? The cost and problems do not seem worth it in the long run. The 2.5 vs 1.5 engine in Ford Escapes is my specific question.

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## [98 toyota camry emissions night mare ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-toyota-camry-emissions-night-mare/162807)

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**Author:** [@Rob\_Rogers1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rob_Rogers1)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 3:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-toyota-camry-emissions-night-mare/162807 "2020-04-14T15:51:51Z")

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have a 98 toyota camry with the 4cyl automatic and im haveing a helluva time with emissioms have replaced all emissions components mechanical and electric from charcoal canister to egr valve and all switches and switc…

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## [The E-Brake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-e-brake/162822)

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**Author:** [@AntonioGraham](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AntonioGraham)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 12:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-e-brake/162822 "2020-04-14T12:39:39Z")

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Why does my 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS have no Emergency Brake?

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## [2006 GMC Sierra 1500 - ONStar reports](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-sierra-1500-onstar-reports/162798)

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**Author:** [@RichardAmano](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardAmano)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 11:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-gmc-sierra-1500-onstar-reports/162798 "2020-04-14T11:02:51Z")

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I have a 2006 GMC Sierra and I receive ONSTAR reports indicating I have an issue with the traction control system diagnostic code C0055. When I took it to the dealer it was showing no code and no light, never showed an i…

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## [Ask Someone: 2001 Honda Prelude - Leaky VTEC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2001-honda-prelude-leaky-vtec/162764)

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**Author:** [@DavidHui](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DavidHui)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-2001-honda-prelude-leaky-vtec/162764 "2020-04-14T05:33:38Z")

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VTEC engine leaks oil—about 1 quart per tankful of gas. No one seems to know why

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## [Oil Pressure light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light/58112)

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**Author:** [@crankjohn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crankjohn)\
**Replies:** 38\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-pressure-light/58112 "2020-04-14T04:13:01Z")

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Oil pressure warning light came on about 50 miles into a trip. After sitting for about an hour. The car started with a little clatter and no warning light lit. Seemed to run smoothly. Should I be concerned about a re…

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## [1963 Chevrolet Impala stalls on acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1963-chevrolet-impala-stalls-on-acceleration/162583)

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**Author:** [@PollyBelcher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PollyBelcher)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1963-chevrolet-impala-stalls-on-acceleration/162583 "2020-04-14T01:37:16Z")

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When I accelerate from a stop, or very low speed, the car stalls. If I’m very careful to give it gas slowly, and NOT LET UP (or it will stall for sure), I can usually keep it from stalling but it’s still dangerous. I’v…

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## [2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid - Who pays for oil leaks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-hybrid-who-pays-for-oil-leaks/162760)

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**Author:** [@Henry12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Henry12)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-camry-hybrid-who-pays-for-oil-leaks/162760 "2020-04-13T23:17:40Z")

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I purchased a used 2018 Camry Hybrid SE from a dealer about 6 months ago. I found that there is an oil leak and verified it with cardboard. Does the warranty cover the repair? If not, can I get the dealer to pay for it…

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## [Trump Sees Hope for Boosting Global Oil Prices and Helping U.S. Firms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trump-sees-hope-for-boosting-global-oil-prices-and-helping-u-s-firms/162358)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 61\
**Last updated:** [April 14, 2020, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trump-sees-hope-for-boosting-global-oil-prices-and-helping-u-s-firms/162358 "2020-04-14T00:44:19Z")

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More expensive gasoline - YAY!

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## [2012 Toyota Camry - Brake flush?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-brake-flush/162801)

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**Author:** [@HarryBTopping](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HarryBTopping)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-camry-brake-flush/162801 "2020-04-13T23:58:24Z")

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how often do i need a “brake flush?”

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## [Rear suspension bushings 1979 Celica](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-suspension-bushings-1979-celica/162803)

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**Author:** [@tom418](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tom418)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rear-suspension-bushings-1979-celica/162803 "2020-04-13T23:09:54Z")

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I’m getting bored being locked up, so I’m thinking about changing bushings in my beloved 1979 Celica’s suspension. Questions: Are polyurethane bushings better than Toyota OEM? I got 41 years out of the OEM’s. (If the…

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## [2009 Chevrolet Aveo - Transmission issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-aveo-transmission-issue/162743)

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**Author:** [@Barbara59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barbara59)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-chevrolet-aveo-transmission-issue/162743 "2020-04-13T21:44:23Z")

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2009 Chevy Aveo with a standard transmission and 15,500 miles. Replaced the clutch 4,000 miles ago-one year ago. They said it was completely burned out. Now it is shaking a little at stop lights and when I put it in firs…

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## [Lifter installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifter-installation/162637)

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**Author:** [@Warrensivrup\_166044](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Warrensivrup_166044)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 9:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lifter-installation/162637 "2020-04-13T21:28:42Z")

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I have 03 grand am 3.400 v6 I’m installing new hydraulic roller lifters & not sure if I need to soak the lifters in oil or anything , everybody keeps saying spin the pushrod for the lash which I understand but this isn’…

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## [2003 Ford F250 - Knucklehead broke it. Is it the radio?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f250-knucklehead-broke-it-is-it-the-radio/162788)

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**Author:** [@buddymaxandbelle\_166328](https://community.cartalk.com/u/buddymaxandbelle_166328)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-f250-knucklehead-broke-it-is-it-the-radio/162788 "2020-04-13T18:02:35Z")

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We have a 2003 Ford F-250 Diesel 7.3. It ran like a charm the first few years we had it. Then I let a knucklehead drive it for a year bc I felt sorry for him and he needed a truck for his job. Now it sometimes will not …

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## [2018 Lexus ES 350 - Mismatched tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-es-350-mismatched-tires/162508)

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**Author:** [@JB01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JB01)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-lexus-es-350-mismatched-tires/162508 "2020-04-13T17:58:27Z")

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Dear Car Talk: My wife and I bought a 2018 Lexus 300 ES a few months ago. Based on the records and the VIN history it was a dealership demo model. After an agreed upon reduced price and a some minor exterior scratch rep…

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## [2018 Santa Fe Sport air filter replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-santa-fe-sport-air-filter-replacement/162796)

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**Author:** [@rkb123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rkb123)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-santa-fe-sport-air-filter-replacement/162796 "2020-04-13T17:48:39Z")

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I am trying to replace the engine air filter in my Santa Fe Sport but the OEM filter seems to be in a housing that I can’t easily figure out how to extract the filter from, and the replacement from Advance Auto is the fi…

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## [2018 Toyota Tundra - why is the gas gauge showing empty?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-tundra-why-is-the-gas-gauge-showing-empty/162792)

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**Author:** [@Bill25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill25)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-toyota-tundra-why-is-the-gas-gauge-showing-empty/162792 "2020-04-13T16:58:35Z")

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gas gauge show empty but only 28 gal on a 38 gal tank. Toyota tells me that is normal. where are my other 10 gal?

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## [2010 Buick LaCrosse #- How to make AC colder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-how-to-make-ac-colder/162784)

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**Author:** [@BillKrieg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillKrieg)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 3:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-buick-lacrosse-how-to-make-ac-colder/162784 "2020-04-13T15:52:40Z")

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I have a 2010 Buick for the last two years I have a limited amount of air conditioning. I took it to the Buick garage and had them check the air conditioning they told me it was working good. The mechanic turned it all …

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## [1998 Ford F-150 - Which order to work on suspension?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-f-150-which-order-to-work-on-suspension/162738)

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**Author:** [@Kim44](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kim44)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-f-150-which-order-to-work-on-suspension/162738 "2020-04-13T14:41:01Z")

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Hi I have a 1998 f150 4x4 and I’m replacing the upper and lower control arms, the stabilizer bar bushings, the stabilizer links, and shocks all around. Question: should I replace one side at a time or can I do both sides…

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## [That's one way to drum-up business](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thats-one-way-to-drum-up-business/162385)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 1:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thats-one-way-to-drum-up-business/162385 "2020-04-13T13:29:28Z")

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Please note that I have no connection with this company, and am posting this only for the sake of human interest. I am NOT advertising their existence.

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## [Intermittent idle problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-idle-problem/162774)

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**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-idle-problem/162774 "2020-04-13T13:05:36Z")

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Saturn SC1, 175,000 miles. Car runs fine except for at random times the idle will climb to 1300 rpms I think when hot but intermittent so I’m not sure. On test drive when stopped at a stop sign the idle will be 500 but a…

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## [2014 Infiniti Q50 #- Infotainment glitches](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-infiniti-q50-infotainment-glitches/162786)

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**Author:** [@LarryRyan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LarryRyan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 12:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-infiniti-q50-infotainment-glitches/162786 "2020-04-13T12:27:52Z")

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The screen display occasionally (once or twice a quarted) goes blank or freezes. If I turn off the car and restart. the problem goes away. Now, the auto bluetooth will no longer connect to my phone. I think the two are r…

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## [The first car you owned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-first-car-you-owned/162352)

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**Author:** [@Renegade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Renegade)\
**Replies:** 92\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 11:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-first-car-you-owned/162352 "2020-04-13T11:50:15Z")

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I have seen post’s here where some people have told about the first car they bought I thought it might be interesting to have a list of what your first car was and how much you paid for it I am talking about the first o…

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## [Radiator Tank Gasket Can Escape?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-tank-gasket-can-escape/162724)

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**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 10:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-tank-gasket-can-escape/162724 "2020-04-13T10:02:34Z")

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I looked into the filler neck of the radiator of my 2000 Buick Century & found what surely looks like a section of a tank gasket sticking up above the coolant level. Yet the radiator hasnt leaked. So im trying to figure …

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## [Ac making noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-making-noise/159777)

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**Author:** [@Rami\_Ibadi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rami_Ibadi)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [April 12, 2020, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-making-noise/159777 "2020-04-12T21:45:21Z")

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Hello, I have a problem with my Opel Corsa D 2014: when I turn on the air conditioning, I hear a noise. Even if i don’t turn the ac on and just run the fan i hear a noise . I thought it was the interior blower motor a…

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## [2006 RAM 1500 - Question on thermostat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ram-1500-question-on-thermostat/162779)

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**Author:** [@WalterDillaway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WalterDillaway)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ram-1500-question-on-thermostat/162779 "2020-04-13T04:10:41Z")

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Had to replace the engine thermostat in my 5.7 hemi. Called the local dealership and they said it took a 190 degree. upon removing the old one it showed 200 degrees. The gauge now stays at just left of center, but well w…

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## [Chevrolet Aveo - O2 sensor issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-aveo-o2-sensor-issues/162762)

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**Author:** [@Wines](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wines)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevrolet-aveo-o2-sensor-issues/162762 "2020-04-13T02:16:16Z")

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4-6-20 at Alamo Auto Service 6923 Hohman Ave. Hammond. IN. I had replaced 02 Upstream sensor and downstream 02 sensor. It has not been a week today 4-11-20 the engine light came back on. I called at 5pm the woman answere…

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## [Cv axel wont turn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axel-wont-turn/162748)

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**Author:** [@Alan\_Arrieta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alan_Arrieta)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cv-axel-wont-turn/162748 "2020-04-13T01:22:42Z")

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I recently installed a 3.5 in lift on my 08 silverado put in the new control arms and new struts also lowered the diff as the instructions said but now mu CV axels wont turn any while the truck is jacked up but when they…

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## [2007 Ford Explorer - Battery corrosion?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-battery-corrosion/162781)

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**Author:** [@maryadams](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maryadams)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 13, 2020, 1:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-ford-explorer-battery-corrosion/162781 "2020-04-13T01:10:55Z")

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my truck cranks one day and hesistate the next had my alternator changed but their was alot if corrision around the battery terminial new battery

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