# Latest

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## [2011 Jeep Patriot - Valve through piston](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-patriot-valve-through-piston/143615)

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**Author:** [@Dave19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dave19)\
**Replies:** 78\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 5:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-jeep-patriot-valve-through-piston/143615 "2019-07-11T05:20:10Z")

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I have been told by the dealer that my Jeep Patriot dropped a valve and went thru the piston. It had about 150000 miles on it but all were highway. Should I have expected this because in my experience I have never have o…

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## [Over eager](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-eager/144054)

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**Author:** [@Justin\_Edens](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justin_Edens)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-eager/144054 "2019-07-11T03:41:33Z")

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My ‘02 Subaru Outback died at a stoplight after having been jumped. Had a friend come and jump it again and left the cables on for longer and she runs fine. However, while stalled in the middle of the road in a hot car w…

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## [Montero Noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/montero-noise/23114)

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**Author:** [@wbentel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wbentel)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 2:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/montero-noise/23114 "2019-07-11T02:59:16Z")

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I have a 2002 Mitsubishi Montero Limited. It has 112,000 miles on it and my wife and I love it. It never gave us any problems until this fall. It now makes a sound as if you were driving over the ?rumble? groves to preve…

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## [At rest car batter voltage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-rest-car-batter-voltage/143871)

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**Author:** [@TC8130](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TC8130)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/at-rest-car-batter-voltage/143871 "2019-07-11T02:11:41Z")

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I have two cars. One with Interstate battery from Costco, and another with Duralast battery from Autzone. On a past cold January morning, Interstate was reading about 12.08 V and Durlast was reading 12.26 V at rest. I…

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## [Constant clicking and brake grinding](https://community.cartalk.com/t/constant-clicking-and-brake-grinding/144103)

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**Author:** [@Matt\_Mcclure](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matt_Mcclure)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/constant-clicking-and-brake-grinding/144103 "2019-07-11T01:43:00Z")

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04 expedition makes constant clicking noise and you can feel intermittent grinding in the brakes. Tire wobbles side to side as well as up and down. The wheel spins hard and has slop in it. Cv joint doesn’t appear to have…

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## [Front rear motor mount](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-rear-motor-mount/144108)

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**Author:** [@omoshulol\_154482](https://community.cartalk.com/u/omoshulol_154482)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2019, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-rear-motor-mount/144108 "2019-07-11T01:22:16Z")

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I have a 2005 Chevy Malibu Classic with a 2.2L engine and I took it in to get inspected and the mechanic said the front rear motor mount needed replaced. I haven’t been able to find much info online. I’m not much of a ca…

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## [How’s the Honda HR-V?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-s-the-honda-hr-v/143722)

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**Author:** [@PAT59](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PAT59)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-s-the-honda-hr-v/143722 "2019-07-10T23:17:54Z")

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hOW ARE THE HRV IM THINKING OF BUYING ONE

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## [Looking for an owner's manual for 2004 Lincoln Town Car Ultimate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-an-owners-manual-for-2004-lincoln-town-car-ultimate/144064)

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**Author:** [@Alice.chichisan\_154448](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Alice.chichisan_154448)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 10:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-an-owners-manual-for-2004-lincoln-town-car-ultimate/144064 "2019-07-10T22:15:35Z")

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Any ideas, other than ebay or the Lincoln website where I may find one?

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## [2016 Audi A4 - Smelly AC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-audi-a4-smelly-ac/144063)

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**Author:** [@AlvinJames](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AlvinJames)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-audi-a4-smelly-ac/144063 "2019-07-10T22:09:52Z")

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Smelly aircon system

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## [Was my 2000 Toyota Camry worth $3k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-2000-toyota-camry-worth-3k/131600)

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**Author:** [@CarolGesalman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarolGesalman)\
**Replies:** 35\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-my-2000-toyota-camry-worth-3k/131600 "2019-07-10T20:46:59Z")

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I drive a 2000 Toyota Camry. I just paid $3000 for repairs and parts for it. My husband laughs at me for spending that much on a car worth only 1/4 of that, but it only has 145,000 miles on it. Am I right or is he?

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## [2016 Chrysler Town & Country - Battery Dies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-battery-dies/144096)

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**Author:** [@Michael07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael07)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chrysler-town-country-battery-dies/144096 "2019-07-10T20:00:06Z")

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battery goes dead. holds 12volt, try to start goes down to 10 volts. starter is clicking like a dead battery

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## [Do I have a dead battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-a-dead-battery/143922)

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**Author:** [@ChristopherASA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChristopherASA)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-a-dead-battery/143922 "2019-07-10T19:20:34Z")

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Bought a car, let it sit for two months, went out yesterday and put the battery on my charger (which, during the charging process, never showed anything higher than 12 volts). After 23 hours of charging the battery was f…

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## [2008 Nissan Sentra - replacing side mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-replacing-side-mirror/144086)

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**Author:** [@Adrienne35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adrienne35)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-nissan-sentra-replacing-side-mirror/144086 "2019-07-10T19:15:41Z")

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I need the Driver’s side mirror to be replaced. If I buy the part myself, how can I find someone to fix and install it for me?

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## [2019 Cadillac XT5 - Leaky rims](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-cadillac-xt5-leaky-rims/144074)

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**Author:** [@Randyfrum](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Randyfrum)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2019-cadillac-xt5-leaky-rims/144074 "2019-07-10T18:15:15Z")

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2019xt5 a w d platinum tires loose air because of aluminum rims need re sealed often only 4,000 miles on car anyone else having this problem paid a lot of money for this car and should not have to worry about putting ai…

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## [1998 Honda Civic - swap heat shield for heat tape?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-swap-heat-shield-for-heat-tape/144082)

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**Author:** [@JohnRoswold](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JohnRoswold)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-honda-civic-swap-heat-shield-for-heat-tape/144082 "2019-07-10T17:18:16Z")

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I have a rusted heat shield on an antique 1998 Honda Civic four door with the one-cam engine. The heat shield is located between the exhaust pipe and the car under body. The heat shield is where the exhaust pipe jogs t…

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## [2003 Ford Thunderbird needs air box assembly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-thunderbird-needs-air-box-assembly/144079)

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**Author:** [@Garry55](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Garry55)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-ford-thunderbird-needs-air-box-assembly/144079 "2019-07-10T17:01:13Z")

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The entire air box assembly on my 03 Thunderbird is missing what are my remedies other than replacing original air box? PS where are my best options in locating used air box assembly?

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## [2014 RAM 1500 - No steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-no-steering/144039)

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**Author:** [@Tom38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom38)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 4:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ram-1500-no-steering/144039 "2019-07-10T16:25:48Z")

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2014 Dodge Ram Laramie. Steering functions were not working including horn. All buttons/functions on my steering wheel stopped working. Dealer cannot find the issue. After researching, I found out I had no air bag funct…

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## [Sebring engine knocking and over heat after driving through grass!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sebring-engine-knocking-and-over-heat-after-driving-through-grass/141742)

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**Author:** [@Tim\_Thomas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tim_Thomas)\
**Replies:** 31\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sebring-engine-knocking-and-over-heat-after-driving-through-grass/141742 "2019-07-10T16:11:45Z")

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The other day I was driving down the road and I went to pass a truck. As I pulled into the left side of the road the truck starting moving over toward me. I had no choice but to drive in the grass on the shoulder. I was …

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## [2015 Ford Edge dealer "suggested" maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-edge-dealer-suggested-maintenance/144004)

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**Author:** [@zmartin13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zmartin13)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-edge-dealer-suggested-maintenance/144004 "2019-07-10T16:01:25Z")

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I have a 2015 Ford Edge I bought used that I have been taking to the dealer for oil changes as part of a package that came with the car. The last several times I took it in they have tried to sell us a transmission flush…

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## [2010 Ford Explorer - P0401 Engine Code - EGR Valve?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-explorer-p0401-engine-code-egr-valve/144036)

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**Author:** [@John.stack.78\_152068](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John.stack.78_152068)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 3:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-explorer-p0401-engine-code-egr-valve/144036 "2019-07-10T15:46:57Z")

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2010 Ford Explorer 180k miles Engine Code: P0401 EGR PTC 89.8% EGR Error -100.0% EVAP PTC 60.0% FLI 66.7% EVAP\_VP -06.54 Short 0.8 Long 0.8 So with the engine code and the above numbers, I think my fuel mixtur…

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## [Metal Shavings in Oil Pan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-shavings-in-oil-pan/144047)

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**Author:** [@BCS\_3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BCS_3)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/metal-shavings-in-oil-pan/144047 "2019-07-10T15:24:35Z")

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I recently bought a used 2010 Chevy Malibu. It had roughly 124k miles. I’ve only driven about 7000 miles. I just got me second oil done and the mechanic noticed metal shavings -similar to glitter in the oil pan - they ar…

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## [2014 Cadillac ATS - Mystery noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-ats-mystery-noise/144069)

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**Author:** [@Thale](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thale)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-cadillac-ats-mystery-noise/144069 "2019-07-10T13:16:47Z")

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when starting my car its this loud annoying humming noise?sound that goes away …about 30 Seconds or so it goes away…sometimes while driving it happens as well

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## [T/M Vehicle System Malfunction on a Leaf](https://community.cartalk.com/t/t-m-vehicle-system-malfunction-on-a-leaf/144032)

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**Author:** [@jmirick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jmirick)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/t-m-vehicle-system-malfunction-on-a-leaf/144032 "2019-07-10T12:00:41Z")

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Went to start my 2013 Leaf this morning and it wouldn’t go into drive. After 30 seconds or so I got a message that said “T/M Vehicle System Malfunction”. Anyone have any idea what that is and if it is covered under war…

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## [2010 Ford Fiesta - Recall help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fiesta-recall-help/144059)

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**Author:** [@kelli1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kelli1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 10:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-ford-fiesta-recall-help/144059 "2019-07-10T10:51:38Z")

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is there a recall for the steering problems. mine apparently has to have intermediate shaft replaced. cost to me at $425

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## [Car creaking during slow straight acceleration and stopping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-creaking-during-slow-straight-acceleration-and-stopping/54234)

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**Author:** [@aetyl05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/aetyl05)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 9:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-creaking-during-slow-straight-acceleration-and-stopping/54234 "2019-07-10T09:07:23Z")

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Hi Guys, I have a 2009 Toyota Highlander Hybrid which I bought as a Certified Pre-Owned in June of '09. I recently (July 2010) got it back from the shop after they replaced the high pressure compression hos…

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## [Suspension puzzle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-puzzle/143658)

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**Author:** [@tcmichnorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcmichnorth)\
**Replies:** 21\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suspension-puzzle/143658 "2019-07-10T08:03:45Z")

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2010 Ford E 350 passenger van. Over 200,000 miles extremely well maintained. Got a problem when hitting bumps in the road. When I hit bumps the steering wheel jerks and control issues concern me. It reminds me of Jeeps d…

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## [2005 Hyundai Tucson wont engage into drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-tucson-wont-engage-into-drive/144015)

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**Author:** [@Pat\_Tiernan\_Matthews](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pat_Tiernan_Matthews)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 7:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-hyundai-tucson-wont-engage-into-drive/144015 "2019-07-10T07:55:49Z")

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Vehicle makes a clunking noise when coming out of reverse and will not engage drive. What could be the problem?

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## [How to remove, clean, and replace car battery terminals?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-clean-and-replace-car-battery-terminals/144000)

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**Author:** [@Liza-Baby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Liza-Baby)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-remove-clean-and-replace-car-battery-terminals/144000 "2019-07-10T07:38:52Z")

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How to clean bttery terminals and posts on a 2013 Honda Fit automatic 5 speed?

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## [P0405 code 2006 jeep grand cherokee laredo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0405-code-2006-jeep-grand-cherokee-laredo/143875)

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**Author:** [@Jennifer\_Threlkeld](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jennifer_Threlkeld)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 5:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/p0405-code-2006-jeep-grand-cherokee-laredo/143875 "2019-07-10T05:15:45Z")

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I’m having an issue with my jeep grand cherokee laredo. First the check engine light came on. Checked it and replaced the 1 and 2 spark plugs and coil packs. Drove it a week and the check engine light came on again sayin…

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## [2016 Chevrolet Sonic - anybody else having problems?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-sonic-anybody-else-having-problems/143932)

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**Author:** [@TramekaTRios](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TramekaTRios)\
**Replies:** 33\
**Last updated:** [July 10, 2019, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-sonic-anybody-else-having-problems/143932 "2019-07-10T03:30:16Z")

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2016 chevy sonic. check engine light came on. Car alert says issue with emissions system has been detected. Dealer claims not covered and I would have to pay diagnostic fee to determine issue. Second major issue in two m…

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