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## [2015 Dodge Charger power steering locks up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-charger-power-steering-locks-up/124741)

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**Author:** [@StorrieThompspon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/StorrieThompspon)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-charger-power-steering-locks-up/124741 "2020-01-30T03:17:20Z")

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2015 Dodge Charger intermitant power steering locks up while driving. Lasts a couple of minutes and then clears up. This has happened at least 5 different times in 3 months. Not only the service power steering light com…

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## [2016 Honda HR-V - Gas gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-gas-gauge/157515)

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**Author:** [@AnnaWhite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnnaWhite)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-hr-v-gas-gauge/157515 "2020-01-30T02:53:02Z")

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The gas guage/mileage display on my HR-V randomly goes out. I took the car to the dealership, and they claimed that my warranty had expired, and that they couldn’t duplicate the problem. They then sent me home. Now, my d…

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## [2008 Lexus IS 250 - Locked then died](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lexus-is-250-locked-then-died/157526)

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**Author:** [@erikvigil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/erikvigil)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-lexus-is-250-locked-then-died/157526 "2020-01-30T02:45:37Z")

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my steering wheel start locking up then a day later my car died.

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## [2001 Dodge Intrepid - Many issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-intrepid-many-issues/157520)

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**Author:** [@carie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carie)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-dodge-intrepid-many-issues/157520 "2020-01-30T02:32:17Z")

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My car stalled on me coming home the other day .I couldn’t excellorate to much. Because I thought it was gonna die before I made it home. Oil light came on about a week ago. And it flickered when slowing down. Codes co…

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## [Air flow filter for 2003 lancer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-flow-filter-for-2003-lancer/157501)

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**Author:** [@Pruthvideep\_Reddy\_Uttanur](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pruthvideep_Reddy_Uttanur)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-flow-filter-for-2003-lancer/157501 "2020-01-30T02:19:18Z")

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Recently i went to a mechanic in ouyen to service my car and he says it got a faulty Air flow meter and need to replace that. He is charging 1000 $ (thousand dollars), which is not at all fair, as my car is with him can …

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## [2018 Ford Expedition - buying a former Hawaii rental](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-expedition-buying-a-former-hawaii-rental/157555)

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**Author:** [@PamelaMuiter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PamelaMuiter)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-expedition-buying-a-former-hawaii-rental/157555 "2020-01-30T02:08:26Z")

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I am interested in buying a car that lived in Hawaii for one year as a rental. How would I know if there is sand in the wheel bearings?

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## [2017 Ford Fusion - will Ford help?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-will-ford-help/157552)

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**Author:** [@VinceStatz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VinceStatz)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-will-ford-help/157552 "2020-01-30T02:05:59Z")

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17 Fusion AC quit…blowing warm air first time turned on arriving in FL. Dealers can.t work with 1234yf. Will Ford do anything?

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## [The hesitation is finally gone!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-hesitation-is-finally-gone/157485)

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**Author:** [@Collin\_Green](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Collin_Green)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 30, 2020, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-hesitation-is-finally-gone/157485 "2020-01-30T02:02:46Z")

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So as you have seen I had problems with the hesitation in my car while I was driving. So. As everyone knows with a turbo vehicle it’s best to put the most expensive gas in right well I was putting in 89 I started putting…

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## [2010 Hyundai Accent - Sound when cold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-accent-sound-when-cold/157523)

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**Author:** [@Diane38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Diane38)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-hyundai-accent-sound-when-cold/157523 "2020-01-29T20:29:54Z")

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I live in Buffalo and needless to say its cold. Recently whenever I start the car there is a high pitched whirring sound for 5-10 seconds then it stops. I only have the sound when I start up a cold engine. Any idea wha…

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## [2019 Ford F250 - Wobble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-f250-wobble/157488)

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**Author:** [@EdwardSoza](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdwardSoza)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 7:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ford-f250-wobble/157488 "2020-01-29T19:54:01Z")

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my front end wobbled so bad I had to pull off I-10 , I took it to the ford dealer in Blythe, CA. he said he had 2 trucks that did the same thing, a F 250 and a F350 dually , he said he I would have to take it to the deal…

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## [Sun shades on outside of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sun-shades-on-outside-of-car/793)

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**Author:** [@digraph](https://community.cartalk.com/u/digraph)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [June 21, 2007, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sun-shades-on-outside-of-car/793 "2007-06-21T18:45:25Z")

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This topic came up a few months back on the radio program. Tom and Ray mentioned how some people put their sun shades on the outside of the car, setting on top of the windshield. I can imagine this works extremely w…

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## [Love my Saabs... what next?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/love-my-saabs-what-next/157382)

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**Author:** [@JohnCondon](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnCondon)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/love-my-saabs-what-next/157382 "2020-01-29T18:28:17Z")

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I love my Saabs( especially the ride of the pre 00’s),but seeing as they are no longer made and now that good low mile used ones are going up in price(supply vs demand). Does anyone have a suggestion?

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## [Knocking when clutch pedal pressed and steering turned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-when-clutch-pedal-pressed-and-steering-turned/157467)

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**Author:** [@GlasgowRangers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GlasgowRangers)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 11:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/knocking-when-clutch-pedal-pressed-and-steering-turned/157467 "2020-01-29T11:02:53Z")

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I have a Focus 2.0 TDCI 56 plate and tonight it has started making a knocking noise from the front when the engine is running and when I press the clutch pedal or turn the steering either way even if the car isnt moving!…

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## [2007 F250 4xF and Horse towing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-f250-4xf-and-horse-towing/157511)

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**Author:** [@Bridget\_Paley\_1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bridget_Paley_1)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 9:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-f250-4xf-and-horse-towing/157511 "2020-01-29T09:36:19Z")

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My mechanic is retiring and this will be the first vehicle I’m looking at a diesel to be my tow vehicle for bumper pull aluminum 3 horse trailer for So Cal. It’s a King Ranch Crew cab for horse show moms and kids. I las…

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## [Dangerous slowdown feature in GMC Acadia](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dangerous-slowdown-feature-in-gmc-acadia/157393)

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**Author:** [@Paul00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Paul00)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dangerous-slowdown-feature-in-gmc-acadia/157393 "2020-01-29T04:38:47Z")

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Owned a 2009 Acadia. Wife travelling at 70 mph in fast lane, vehicle went into reduced speed mode (20 mph) almost killing my wife when it basically slammed on its breaks with a vehicle behind her. Result is that the en…

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## [2016 Honda Pilot - all warning lights going off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-pilot-all-warning-lights-going-off/157387)

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**Author:** [@FelixMorales](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FelixMorales)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-pilot-all-warning-lights-going-off/157387 "2020-01-29T04:29:45Z")

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I just started my Pilot this morning and all warning lights came up on my dash. I’ve read a lot for forums and this seems to be a recurrent problem for Honda vehicles. What solutions might be available by Honda Corpora…

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## [2003 Saab 9-3 can’t pass emissions test](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-3-can-t-pass-emissions-test/157408)

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**Author:** [@Hamilton17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hamilton17)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-saab-9-3-can-t-pass-emissions-test/157408 "2020-01-29T04:25:36Z")

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I have a 2003 Saab 93 , Model Linear. I am unable to pass the State of Maryland emission test. I have changed all the parts, which concern the emission but the check engine light remains and I fail the test over an over. …

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## [Grinding after tire replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-after-tire-replacement/157483)

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**Author:** [@Hadeardurff\_162680](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hadeardurff_162680)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 4:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/grinding-after-tire-replacement/157483 "2020-01-29T04:10:21Z")

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I had just had a new tire put on the rear passenger side at tire discounters. The second I left I heard a grinding you could hear a mile away from that wheel. Breaks were replaced within the last 8 months and rotors are …

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## [Truck was started with NO oil in it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-was-started-with-no-oil-in-it/63370)

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**Author:** [@Toyotatrd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Toyotatrd)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 3:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/truck-was-started-with-no-oil-in-it/63370 "2020-01-29T03:17:40Z")

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So I took my 2010 Toyota Tacoma into get an oil change today at western slope auto here in Gj Colorado. It has about 7k miles on it. I was standing there with the tech when he started my truck up and let it run for a min…

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## [RPM jumps up and down while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-jumps-up-and-down-while-driving/156937)

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**Author:** [@Tiffany\_Baker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tiffany_Baker)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpm-jumps-up-and-down-while-driving/156937 "2020-01-29T03:01:27Z")

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I have a 2015 Buick lacrosse. I have been having a problem with the RPM. I don’t know much about cars so I came here to hopefully get an idea of what it is. I don’t have any problems at startup. When I pull off it shifts…

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## [Genesis introduces its first SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/genesis-introduces-its-first-suv/157453)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 1:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/genesis-introduces-its-first-suv/157453 "2020-01-29T01:57:19Z")

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… and it isn’t just an upgraded Hyundai Palisade: https://www.genesis.com/us/en/genesis-future-vehicles-gv80.html

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## [Airbags failed to deploy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbags-failed-to-deploy/157356)

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**Author:** [@ismynamekhan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ismynamekhan)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 1:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/airbags-failed-to-deploy/157356 "2020-01-29T01:27:27Z")

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Hydroplaned yesterday. I was going about 40-45 mph tried my best to keep it under control but the road was too wet. I received several injuries to my neck and wife hurt her head pretty bad. My question, considering looki…

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## [Looking for a good, safe rental for highway driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-good-safe-rental-for-highway-driving/157301)

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**Author:** [@JoAnnRoberts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoAnnRoberts)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-good-safe-rental-for-highway-driving/157301 "2020-01-29T00:12:54Z")

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Dear Car Talk, I really need advice. My husband and I are retired, both in our late 60’s. We want to explore the continental United States on road trips, traveling through every state eventually, if we can. Recently we …

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## [Do you REALLY care about cup holders?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-really-care-about-cup-holders/156663)

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**Author:** [@LeonardZamkoff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeonardZamkoff)\
**Replies:** 160\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-really-care-about-cup-holders/156663 "2020-01-29T00:13:43Z")

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I’m astonished that the number and quality (?) of cup holders are now regularly included with auto reviews. There are some YouTubers who downgrade vehicles because their cup holders were too small. The very, absolute, la…

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## [Should a buy a 2007 charger or a 2011 vw cc sport](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-buy-a-2007-charger-or-a-2011-vw-cc-sport/157410)

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**Author:** [@Arod0615](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Arod0615)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-buy-a-2007-charger-or-a-2011-vw-cc-sport/157410 "2020-01-29T00:12:00Z")

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I am stuck please help. I am looking to buy a car and I am stuck between the 2007 charger and the cc sport. they both have similar miles and a similar price. of course the cc sport is better look over all. but they are k…

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## [Diagnostic Fee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-fee/157423)

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**Author:** [@elkgrove65\_158719](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elkgrove65_158719)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [January 29, 2020, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diagnostic-fee/157423 "2020-01-29T00:09:02Z")

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Hi, I have a general question. Should I pay for diagnostic fee if the shop couldn’t figure out the problem? Thanks

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## [I regret buying a Ford Edge!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-regret-buying-a-ford-edge/157419)

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**Author:** [@JohnSalvato](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnSalvato)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-regret-buying-a-ford-edge/157419 "2020-01-28T22:42:17Z")

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I purchased a 2019 Ford Edge ST back in April of 2019 and regretting this ever since. The transmission is progressively getting worse with jerking, slipping and double-gear-shift-feeling. This mainly occurs when shiftin…

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## [98 ram 1500 rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-ram-1500-rebuild/157107)

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**Author:** [@Drewsgaragellc\_162456](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Drewsgaragellc_162456)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-ram-1500-rebuild/157107 "2020-01-28T21:03:27Z")

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I’m rebuilding my 5.2L magnum from my 98 ram I wanna make as much power to the rear wheel as possible. I would like to know what parts should I upgrade to make the most power possible? And is a mopar purple shaft too muc…

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## [White smoke comin from hood passenger side, very strong funny smell, and trouble starting back up!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-comin-from-hood-passenger-side-very-strong-funny-smell-and-trouble-starting-back-up/78897)

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**Author:** [@Nat87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nat87)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/white-smoke-comin-from-hood-passenger-side-very-strong-funny-smell-and-trouble-starting-back-up/78897 "2020-01-28T20:54:17Z")

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Hi. Im a 25yr old female with absolutely no knowledge of cars what so ever, sad but true! Now let me start by saying ive had this car for about 3yrs & have never had any major problems. Earlier today, about my second tim…

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## [2010 Ford Focus knocking sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-focus-knocking-sound/119287)

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**Author:** [@MaureenHackett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaureenHackett)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [January 28, 2020, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-focus-knocking-sound/119287 "2020-01-28T20:36:28Z")

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The car is knocking at the right rear area

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