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## [2000 Ford E250 - Cheers for hubcaps](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-e250-cheers-for-hubcaps/154684)

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**Author:** [@martinnelson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martinnelson)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-ford-e250-cheers-for-hubcaps/154684 "2019-12-14T16:07:52Z")

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Read article on lug nuts… Several yrs. back I had a Ford 3/4 PU w/ the full floating rear axle - stud threads stuck out of the lug nuts 1.5". I’d taken the hub caps off. There was a thick coating of baked on mud on th…

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## [Smashed window, now door won't open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smashed-window-now-door-wont-open/76727)

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**Author:** [@Pancakeman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pancakeman)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smashed-window-now-door-wont-open/76727 "2019-12-14T15:26:20Z")

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My '03 Honda Pilot was broken into the other day. Front passenger side window was smashed in. Initially, the door opened and then suddenly it doesn't. The glass repair guy couldn't replace the window without opening t…

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## [2000 Volvo s80 Not Locking/Unlocking with Key Blade in door](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s80-not-locking-unlocking-with-key-blade-in-door/133515)

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**Author:** [@Bgt86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bgt86)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 3:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s80-not-locking-unlocking-with-key-blade-in-door/133515 "2019-12-14T15:20:21Z")

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\_emphasized text\_Hi, I am currently unable to lock or unlock my car when I try turning the key blade in the door. It doesn’t want to lock or unlock! In addition, the dome light, sunroof, and master key button (on driver…

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## [Trans jerks from 1st to 2nd gear sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-jerks-from-1st-to-2nd-gear-sometimes/154682)

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**Author:** [@angel424](https://community.cartalk.com/u/angel424)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trans-jerks-from-1st-to-2nd-gear-sometimes/154682 "2019-12-14T15:02:25Z")

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I have a 92 Toyota Paseo, 4 speed auto. Sometimes the trans jerks when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. It worries me cause it doesn’t do it all the time. Also when i’m going to a stop and the trans downshift it doesn’t je…

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## [2001 Chrysler T&C No fuel, Low voltage at pump relay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-t-c-no-fuel-low-voltage-at-pump-relay/154244)

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**Author:** [@lukeb723\_141545](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lukeb723_141545)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 2:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-t-c-no-fuel-low-voltage-at-pump-relay/154244 "2019-12-14T14:07:44Z")

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I’ve been having battery issues for two weeks. Wake up every morning and have to jump it. Once started for the day it would start and stop just fine all day. I was driving yesterday and battery light pops on so I left it…

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## [2013 civic 1500 rpm stutter, what could it be?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-civic-1500-rpm-stutter-what-could-it-be/154674)

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**Author:** [@Oliviarose0445\_155644](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oliviarose0445_155644)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-civic-1500-rpm-stutter-what-could-it-be/154674 "2019-12-14T12:30:11Z")

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Okay so I’ve had this issue with my car since I purchased it, I’ve been to the dealership and they have told me it’s nothing…however it seems to be getting worse and I’m not trying to put myself nor my children in a posi…

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## [2000 Volvo S80 - worth the repairs?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s80-worth-the-repairs/138528)

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**Author:** [@J.M.Boyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J.M.Boyd)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-volvo-s80-worth-the-repairs/138528 "2019-12-14T04:27:50Z")

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Is it worth it to bring my S80 up to top performance with 104,000 miles? Great body, but oil/power steering fluid leaks and check engine light is on again with throttle control issue.

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## [Flat Rate/Flag Hours](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-rate-flag-hours/144814)

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**Author:** [@Emurry8448](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emurry8448)\
**Replies:** 97\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flat-rate-flag-hours/144814 "2019-12-14T04:07:59Z")

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Not sure if this is the correct category for this question, but I work at a dealership as a lube tech (oil changes, tire rotations, and quick services) lets just say I’ve pretty much had enough of flat rate. Our dealersh…

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## [Oil cap is gone, engine seized](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-cap-is-gone-engine-seized/154654)

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**Author:** [@Dwolle\_160889](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dwolle_160889)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-cap-is-gone-engine-seized/154654 "2019-12-14T02:52:02Z")

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## [Who else was busted?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-else-was-busted/154642)

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**Author:** [@Rod-Knox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rod-Knox)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 1:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-else-was-busted/154642 "2019-12-14T01:30:44Z")

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Have I insulted someone? Bad mouthed a sponsor? Used one of George Carlins special words? What gives here?

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## [2017 Subaru Crosstrek - Paint chips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-paint-chips/154621)

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**Author:** [@LisaHill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LisaHill)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-subaru-crosstrek-paint-chips/154621 "2019-12-14T01:13:01Z")

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Paint chipping on the hood. Took it in for warranty the car behind me had hail damage all over it and no chipped paint , two years of driving this and I have chipped paint all over my hood. how do I get warranty for this…

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## [Antifreeze smell coming out of vents when i run the AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antifreeze-smell-coming-out-of-vents-when-i-run-the-ac/18002)

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**Author:** [@raptorbay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raptorbay)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antifreeze-smell-coming-out-of-vents-when-i-run-the-ac/18002 "2019-12-14T00:58:52Z")

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My airconditioning smells like antifreeze? I have a 96 Mercedes C220. An antifreeze smell comes out of the vents when i run my air conditioning , its very intoxicating. what do you think is causing it and how much to f…

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## [2015 Nissan Rogue - Airbag light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-airbag-light/154629)

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**Author:** [@Ameer15](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ameer15)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-rogue-airbag-light/154629 "2019-12-14T00:10:26Z")

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Can you believe I’m like crazy I didn’t know about procedures working on airbag so I have removed the front car seats while the battery still connected after doing cleaning And put them back now I have the airbag light…

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## [2012 Honda Civic Cpe - Crook man and the alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-cpe-crook-man-and-the-alternator/154625)

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**Author:** [@Bhoosan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bhoosan)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [December 14, 2019, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-cpe-crook-man-and-the-alternator/154625 "2019-12-14T00:06:40Z")

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My car :oncoming\_automobile: was sold to me by a crook man I did not noticed the alternator was broken out from the main machine so it stop at the road , is it possible to put back changing parts.Thank you

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## [2007 Toyota Prius - Paint it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-paint-it/154627)

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**Author:** [@Nancy43](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nancy43)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-paint-it/154627 "2019-12-13T21:42:26Z")

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My Prius has never required a major repair, usual maintenance done, 50 k miles, in city driving only. Since the car lives outdoors, the paint lacquer is peeling. How do I determine if it is $$$ cost effective to have the…

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## [2001 Toyota Tacoma - Why do I need a muffler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-tacoma-why-do-i-need-a-muffler/154558)

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**Author:** [@LindaDameron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LindaDameron)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 9:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-toyota-tacoma-why-do-i-need-a-muffler/154558 "2019-12-13T21:26:33Z")

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Why can’t you get a vehicle inspected without a muffler?

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## [Very Low Compression](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-low-compression/154481)

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**Author:** [@warhorse5865\_150915](https://community.cartalk.com/u/warhorse5865_150915)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 9:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/very-low-compression/154481 "2019-12-13T21:24:22Z")

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2004 Lincoln LS 3.0 V6 motor I did a compression test on my cold motor (does that make a huge difference?) and all cylinders are good except for #1 which reads 60-65 psi dry and 105 psi wet. The ring seems to be shot th…

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## [2017 Ford Fusion - Where do I put SD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-where-do-i-put-sd/154617)

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**Author:** [@AlanRuvelson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlanRuvelson)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-ford-fusion-where-do-i-put-sd/154617 "2019-12-13T20:45:26Z")

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I have a 2017 Fusion hybrid Platinum. Wanting to update the on-board maps, I purchased an A-10 SD card on e-Bay and borrowed a card reader. I’ve inserted the USB in the tray slot below the radio and in the console glov…

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## [2005 Chrysler Town & Country - Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-town-country-brakes/154608)

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**Author:** [@VictoriaHollis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VictoriaHollis)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-chrysler-town-country-brakes/154608 "2019-12-13T20:38:59Z")

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Hi I received a Free Van, which was a great blessing in a time if great need. However, a few Great Men, IE: Christian neighbors have worked on it to help out our family. Though… the '05 Chrysler Town n Country brakes a…

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## [2005 Scion tC - Power Steering?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-scion-tc-power-steering/154631)

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**Author:** [@stevenhogenson\_160817](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevenhogenson_160817)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 7:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-scion-tc-power-steering/154631 "2019-12-13T19:39:38Z")

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Recently changed out a bad motor mount (post from a couple days ago) and then an issue with what I assume is the power steering started. Any ideas why this could have happened? Power steering fluid level is fine and ther…

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## [2019 RAM 1500 - Low gas warning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ram-1500-low-gas-warning/154556)

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**Author:** [@Clayton01](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clayton01)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-ram-1500-low-gas-warning/154556 "2019-12-13T18:36:07Z")

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Dear Car Talk, I recently bought a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic. I like the truck except for the knob used to replace a normal gear shift. It’s just another knob on the dash and I’ve already reached down once while driving to …

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## [The car hasn't felt right since having major work done, and I can't tell if there's actually something wrong or if I'm just crazy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-hasnt-felt-right-since-having-major-work-done-and-i-cant-tell-if-theres-actually-something-wrong-or-if-im-just-crazy/154185)

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**Author:** [@Frida1975](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frida1975)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-hasnt-felt-right-since-having-major-work-done-and-i-cant-tell-if-theres-actually-something-wrong-or-if-im-just-crazy/154185 "2019-12-13T18:26:49Z")

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I took my Hyundai Accent in for it’s inspection about a month ago. It’s an old car with a lot of miles on it—a family friend sold it to me and said that the engine had been rebuilt–but I haven’t had any problems with it …

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## [2012 Nissan Rogue - Tire question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-rogue-tire-question/154534)

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**Author:** [@miller26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/miller26)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-nissan-rogue-tire-question/154534 "2019-12-13T18:20:11Z")

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My Michelin Continental 4x4 contact tires, at 30,000 mi, had 2 right side tires wear out on the edges, well below the expected warranty. I need seasonal tires to replace them and have loved during the past years how the…

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## [Another problem with an aftermarket Remote Start System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-problem-with-an-aftermarket-remote-start-system/154571)

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**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/another-problem-with-an-aftermarket-remote-start-system/154571 "2019-12-13T18:17:50Z")

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… and a fatal one, at that. :anguished:

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## [Shifting/shift lever issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-shift-lever-issue/154580)

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**Author:** [@samdenbe\_160860](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samdenbe_160860)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shifting-shift-lever-issue/154580 "2019-12-13T16:43:22Z")

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Hello, This is my first post. I’ve always loved the Car Talk show, so when I couldn’t find an answer to this on goodly, I created an account. So here is my problem, and thank you in advance for your input. Also I’m us…

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## [Bigger than ever](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bigger-than-ever/154575)

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**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bigger-than-ever/154575 "2019-12-13T14:15:48Z")

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An article today discussed the new and larger 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban. Both gain leg room and rear cargo space, a new independent rear suspension much like Lincoln’s, and an in-line 6 turbo diesel engine. The e…

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## [2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - Lights and failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-lights-and-failure/154606)

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**Author:** [@TimHenson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TimHenson)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 2:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-lights-and-failure/154606 "2019-12-13T14:14:01Z")

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Instrument panel warning indicators come on, engine loses power or will not accelerate after stopping. Will not shift out of lower gear.

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## [Check engine light 2007 Toyota](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-2007-toyota/154600)

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**Author:** [@johnbarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnbarry)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 8:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/check-engine-light-2007-toyota/154600 "2019-12-13T08:41:27Z")

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Car runs fine, is only for vehicle inspection that I need it off? I reside in Pennsylvania.

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## [Ask Someone: 1988 Ford F-150 #1575943919](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-1988-ford-f-150-1575943919/154365)

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**Author:** [@padonahue56\_160750](https://community.cartalk.com/u/padonahue56_160750)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 6:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ask-someone-1988-ford-f-150-1575943919/154365 "2019-12-13T06:12:36Z")

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(excuse the long post) Hey y’all I’m new to the forum and had a problem that no mechanic has been able to figure out yet. I just picked up a 1988 F-150 5.0L/ 302 (Non-HO) 4x4 5spd with around 220k miles on it a few month…

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## [2004 GMC Envoy - Lights on and off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-lights-on-and-off/154541)

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**Author:** [@Tammienash](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tammienash)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [December 13, 2019, 5:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-gmc-envoy-lights-on-and-off/154541 "2019-12-13T05:29:41Z")

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My car check engine light came on but went off now my check oil change light came on but I had a oil change about 3months ago has this happened to anyone if so can you explain why

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