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## [2018 Ford F-150 - Whistles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-f-150-whistles/152174)

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**Author:** [@robert37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/robert37)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-ford-f-150-whistles/152174 "2019-11-05T22:10:27Z")

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My truck makes A high pitch whistling sound when it is parked, not running and keys removed. seems like it is getting more frequent . any suggestions???

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## [2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Multiple issues related?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-e-class-multiple-issues-related/152160)

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**Author:** [@mark05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mark05)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-mercedes-benz-e-class-multiple-issues-related/152160 "2019-11-05T21:42:08Z")

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Power trunk release, rear 3rd brake light and license plate lights all do not work. Thinking they are all tied to one issue ?

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## [2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited - Won't turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-wont-turn-over/152189)

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**Author:** [@SueFoglesong](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SueFoglesong)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-jeep-wrangler-unlimited-wont-turn-over/152189 "2019-11-05T21:30:29Z")

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When clutch is depressed sometimes engine will not turn over.

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## [2006 Nissan Altima - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-wont-start/152181)

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**Author:** [@travis10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/travis10)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-nissan-altima-wont-start/152181 "2019-11-05T19:43:50Z")

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car turns over but not getting spark

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## [2018 Audi Q5 - Unintended acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-audi-q5-unintended-acceleration/152176)

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**Author:** [@GobindAnand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GobindAnand)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 7:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-audi-q5-unintended-acceleration/152176 "2019-11-05T19:41:25Z")

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I bought Audi, Q5/2018 last year. I tried to park in parking lot and put my foot on brake to stop the car. Instead the car accelerated on its own and hit the stair rail on 10/25/19. Same accident happened last year on 10…

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## [2001 Oldsmobile Aurora 3.5 -parked and sat for 5 years... wont turn over](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-oldsmobile-aurora-3-5-parked-and-sat-for-5-years-wont-turn-over/152171)

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**Author:** [@7jaelynn7\_159437](https://community.cartalk.com/u/7jaelynn7_159437)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 6:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-oldsmobile-aurora-3-5-parked-and-sat-for-5-years-wont-turn-over/152171 "2019-11-05T18:29:53Z")

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Can anyone suggest what I might try next… so far I’ve replaced… the fuel pump, fuel filter, spark plugs, coil packs, new starter. update removing old gas now

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## [90 Camry Pass. Axle and control arm replacement... weird noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-camry-pass-axle-and-control-arm-replacement-weird-noise/152164)

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**Author:** [@Anna\_Dashkova](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Anna_Dashkova)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 5:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/90-camry-pass-axle-and-control-arm-replacement-weird-noise/152164 "2019-11-05T17:41:31Z")

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1990 Toyota Camry DX I just replaced the passenger side control arm and ball joint assembly and CV axle. As soon as we did it, this weird grinding noise started happening. I tried to hammer out the dust cover and make i…

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## [2006 Toyota Corolla - water pump](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-water-pump/152094)

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**Author:** [@DebraPalenik](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DebraPalenik)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-toyota-corolla-water-pump/152094 "2019-11-05T14:50:18Z")

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I took my 2006 Toyota Corolla to have the radiator and water pump replaced and after the work was complete the dash board, gauges, and lights stopped working. The shop tells me the cars computer needs to be reflashed an…

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## [1990 Buick LeSabre - Bad axles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-buick-lesabre-bad-axles/152149)

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**Author:** [@Katherinealverson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katherinealverson)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-buick-lesabre-bad-axles/152149 "2019-11-05T14:16:09Z")

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I have a 1990 Buick LeSabre limited both axles went bad and needed replaced. I took it to a mechanic yesterday at 10:30am and left at closing time they were only able to replace the passenger axle. The driver axle it stu…

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## [2005 grand marquis brake lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-grand-marquis-brake-lights/152085)

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**Author:** [@Todd58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Todd58)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-grand-marquis-brake-lights/152085 "2019-11-05T14:04:45Z")

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2005 grand marquis. Brake lights all work but I have to press the pedal down almost to the floor to get them to come on. What do I do?

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## [Loss of Power in a 2002 Forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-power-in-a-2002-forester/46857)

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**Author:** [@cydnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cydnes)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 1:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loss-of-power-in-a-2002-forester/46857 "2019-11-05T13:30:37Z")

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I have a 2002 Subaru Forester that has recently been losing power upon acceleration--especially when starting at the bottom of a hill. Trouble escalated when I started to experience a complete loss of power where I'd hav…

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## [2007 Chevrolet 1500 - Seat stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-1500-seat-stuck/152154)

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**Author:** [@Utu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Utu)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 1:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-1500-seat-stuck/152154 "2019-11-05T13:19:55Z")

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Driver side seat went all the way forward and won’t go backward. It move side way when I try to go backward.

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## [2009 MINI Cooper Clubman P0977](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-clubman-p0977/152133)

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**Author:** [@Andrea54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Andrea54)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 12:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-mini-cooper-clubman-p0977/152133 "2019-11-05T12:45:18Z")

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My 2009 Mini (non-turbo) Clubman has 95K. Compared to others I’ve read about on other forums, I fortunately have not had many problems w/car until last year. Have been religious in maintenance (oil changes etc) In Augu…

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## [2008 Pontiac Torrent AWD or 2008 Ford Escape XLT 4x4 V6 for Winter Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-torrent-awd-or-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4x4-v6-for-winter-car/152119)

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**Author:** [@matthewvc7\_159405](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewvc7_159405)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 11:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-pontiac-torrent-awd-or-2008-ford-escape-xlt-4x4-v6-for-winter-car/152119 "2019-11-05T11:56:23Z")

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Which is the better choice for winter and for reliability/maintenance? Thanks! Here’s a comparison chart; Nearly the same. Same fuel economy , almost same gas tank size, Escape has 200hp at 6000rpm meanwhile Torrent …

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## [2007 Toyota Prius Wheel Noise when Turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-wheel-noise-when-turning/152121)

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**Author:** [@Alan\_Thi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alan_Thi)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 11:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-prius-wheel-noise-when-turning/152121 "2019-11-05T11:01:51Z")

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Hi guys, I’ve got a noise that seems to come from one or both front wheels, occurring mainly when I’m turning. It’s very rhythmic, occurring at regular intervals, and seems to match my wheels RPM, getting louder and fast…

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## [93 Corolla headlight switch replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-corolla-headlight-switch-replacement/152069)

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**Author:** [@btpcrew05\_159369](https://community.cartalk.com/u/btpcrew05_159369)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 5:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-corolla-headlight-switch-replacement/152069 "2019-11-05T05:51:39Z")

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Trying to replace the headlight/turn signal switch in a 93 Toyota Corolla. The switch combos with the wiper controls on the other side and I unfortunately have the more pricey edition with intermittent wiping options. Ca…

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## [2008 Honda Ridgeline vibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-ridgeline-vibration/152112)

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**Author:** [@ChrisParker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChrisParker)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 4:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-ridgeline-vibration/152112 "2019-11-05T04:47:15Z")

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Intermittant vibration at 30mph like driving over a rumble strip. Can happen above 30 to 45mph. Does not happen all the time.

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## [2004 Buick Regal - Odometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-regal-odometer/151977)

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**Author:** [@Vaughnj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vaughnj)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-buick-regal-odometer/151977 "2019-11-05T04:20:52Z")

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Have a situation where all dash lights work, except the odometer, which comes on, maybe once every 3months. The bigger problem is that I can’t get the emissions check done without it.

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## [I have mysterious scratches on the hood of my car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-mysterious-scratches-on-the-hood-of-my-car/152012)

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**Author:** [@Farkles8888](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Farkles8888)\
**Replies:** 24\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-mysterious-scratches-on-the-hood-of-my-car/152012 "2019-11-05T03:15:35Z")

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I live in Florida. My car is parked outside 80% of the time. My car is a 2018 mustang ecoboost. I was recently washing my car when I noticed it had the weirdest scratches. I took a photo and didn’t know what to do so I e…

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## [2016 Chevrolet Spark - Shut off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-spark-shut-off/151983)

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**Author:** [@PatHughes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatHughes)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-spark-shut-off/151983 "2019-11-05T02:55:50Z")

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Spark EV 2LT 35000 km - I bought this vehicle used with 30800 km on it on April 6/2019. One day while driving home for about 5 minutes I was just starting to go after stopping and waiting at a red light when something q…

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## [2019 Toyota Prius - MPG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-prius-mpg/151995)

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**Author:** [@KeithClement](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeithClement)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-toyota-prius-mpg/151995 "2019-11-05T02:55:50Z")

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MPG not as advertised. General is about 46. Long range trip about 47

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## [1999 Toyota Camry - Water Leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-water-leaks/151890)

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**Author:** [@Elaine46](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elaine46)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-toyota-camry-water-leaks/151890 "2019-11-05T02:40:57Z")

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when it rains there always is water that collects in the left wheel well.how do i fix this .

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## [I just finished a book](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-just-finished-a-book/151795)

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**Author:** [@old\_mopar\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/old_mopar_guy)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-just-finished-a-book/151795 "2019-11-05T02:28:22Z")

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I downloaded a book to my Kindle yesterday and just finished it, Most of my fellow gearheads here will love it. It’s called “Fins: Harley Earl, the rise of General Motors, and the Glory Days of Detroit”. If you are no…

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## [2020 Subaru Ascent - Towing champ?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-ascent-towing-champ/152092)

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**Author:** [@Alan24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alan24)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-subaru-ascent-towing-champ/152092 "2019-11-05T00:39:50Z")

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Is a Subaru Ascent Premium good for pulling a 2,500 lb trailer?

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## [2014 Ford Fusion Hybrid - Why not a backup battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-why-not-a-backup-battery/152063)

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**Author:** [@BerlKaufman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BerlKaufman)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 5, 2019, 12:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-fusion-hybrid-why-not-a-backup-battery/152063 "2019-11-05T00:32:44Z")

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Why can’t auto manufacturers connect one of those small backup batteries that is kept permanently charged and will allow you to jumpstart your vehicle in the evident the battery is drained by simply pressing a button ins…

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## [2014 Ford F-150 - Battery out - will it hurt computer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-battery-out-will-it-hurt-computer/152043)

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**Author:** [@jeromehaver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeromehaver)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-battery-out-will-it-hurt-computer/152043 "2019-11-04T23:47:48Z")

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Have a 2014 f150 3.5 eco. Would like to know if need to take battery out while in storage for 6 months. will this affect computer system

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## [2000 Pontiac Grand Am - Won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start/152071)

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**Author:** [@Julicity](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julicity)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-pontiac-grand-am-wont-start/152071 "2019-11-04T23:22:05Z")

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Car Cranks But won’t start I have Good Fuel pump and fuel filter , More than enough gas I’m trying to figure why won’t it start up .

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## [2003 Dodge Dakota - Temp spikes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-dakota-temp-spikes/152024)

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**Author:** [@fishinfool24](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fishinfool24)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-dodge-dakota-temp-spikes/152024 "2019-11-04T23:13:39Z")

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My 2003 Dodge Dakota with 158,000 miles recently had an issue with a spiking temperature gauge followed by radiator hose blowout. I replaced the hose, refilled the coolant, drove for a couple of miles and the temperatur…

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## [2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara heater trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-grand-vitara-heater-trouble/152108)

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**Author:** [@lissetteriviere](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lissetteriviere)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 8:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-suzuki-grand-vitara-heater-trouble/152108 "2019-11-04T20:26:22Z")

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I had my EGR valve replaced and now my heater is not running right. It will go cold while I’m driving and when I am at a stop light. I’m in Colorado and really need it to run right. I there a possibility that changing th…

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## [2018 Jeep Renegade - Quivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-quivers/152098)

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**Author:** [@Moral](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Moral)\
**Replies:** 15\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2019, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-jeep-renegade-quivers/152098 "2019-11-04T19:43:08Z")

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Quivers & stalls sporadically. Also engine revs on it’s own when not pressing gas

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