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## [1998 Plymouth Voyager: fuse problem?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-voyager-fuse-problem/138664)

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**Author:** [@Greg13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greg13)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-plymouth-voyager-fuse-problem/138664 "2019-04-18T17:12:18Z")

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I cleaned my battery cables for they were corroded and after i put the cables back on the gas needle mph needle and temperature needle and back winshield wiper dont work now.Is there a fuse burnt out.

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## [2004 Corolla - unknown front end noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-corolla-unknown-front-end-noise/138669)

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**Author:** [@bmaher782\_150871](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmaher782_150871)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-corolla-unknown-front-end-noise/138669 "2019-04-18T14:12:19Z")

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Hello everyone, I recently noticed a loud humming noise that is coming from my front end/wheel well. The noise isn’t so much a grind/squeak just a loud hum that I can hear over the engine. The weird part to me is that t…

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## [1990 Toyota Camry: Time to call salvage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-camry-time-to-call-salvage/138605)

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**Author:** [@wdjohnson\_150831](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wdjohnson_150831)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-toyota-camry-time-to-call-salvage/138605 "2019-04-18T13:35:16Z")

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Car Talk, It may be time to switch strategies regarding my 1990 Camry. Please advise. I’ve been trying to keep it running for financial reasons. Describing minimally … it’s at 247,000 miles +/- the 6 months the spe…

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## [Why was my radiator cap loose?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-was-my-radiator-cap-loose/138693)

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**Author:** [@Laureng9977\_150883](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laureng9977_150883)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 1:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-was-my-radiator-cap-loose/138693 "2019-04-18T13:26:56Z")

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So recently I was driving home from work and my heck engine light came on. Fifteen minutes later I am home and I take a look under the hood to see coolant splattered all over the engine and my coolant reservoir is empty……

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## [1989 Dodge Dakota transmission issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-dodge-dakota-transmission-issue/138621)

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**Author:** [@EdwardGalante](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EdwardGalante)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 12:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-dodge-dakota-transmission-issue/138621 "2019-04-18T12:18:17Z")

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Went to pass a vehicle and my transmission acted as though it went into neutral. Quite, no noise, no hard shifting, nothing. Now I have no forward gears. Just reverse.

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## [2007 Toyota Camry oil classification](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-oil-classification/138658)

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**Author:** [@CarlWWoody](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CarlWWoody)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-camry-oil-classification/138658 "2019-04-18T12:16:25Z")

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Oil classification for Toyota Camry 2007, 4 cylinder

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## [2010 Chrysler Town & Country - sugar & syrup removal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-sugar-syrup-removal/138708)

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**Author:** [@KeishaNoble](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KeishaNoble)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 9:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chrysler-town-country-sugar-syrup-removal/138708 "2019-04-18T09:50:44Z")

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Removing sugar and pills from the gas tank and syrup from the oil?

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## [2009 Toyota RAV4 bumpy ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-bumpy-ride/138713)

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**Author:** [@Wasim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wasim)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-toyota-rav4-bumpy-ride/138713 "2019-04-18T04:14:34Z")

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My Rav4 2009 2WD ride is bumpy (mileage 75k km)

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## [Looking for a weatherstrip for a Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-weatherstrip-for-a-ford-focus/138706)

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**Author:** [@JoelTapley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JoelTapley)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 18, 2019, 2:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-weatherstrip-for-a-ford-focus/138706 "2019-04-18T02:07:40Z")

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Besides a Ford dealership, do you have any suggestions as to where I can purchase a “driver’s door weatherstrip on the body” for a 2013 Ford Focus SE? Thanks.

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## [2006 Ford Escape Hybrid lost power steering](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-escape-hybrid-lost-power-steering/138689)

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**Author:** [@Lindsay23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lindsay23)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-ford-escape-hybrid-lost-power-steering/138689 "2019-04-17T23:30:02Z")

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My 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid lost the power steering. It still drives but power steering is truly missed. A couple repair shops threw up the white flag,no can do. Is this something I HAVE to take to a dealer $$$ or can I …

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## [Ford 2000 xlt coolant housing problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2000-xlt-coolant-housing-problem/138686)

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**Author:** [@Mers\_LieNo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mers_LieNo)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-2000-xlt-coolant-housing-problem/138686 "2019-04-17T22:35:24Z")

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I have Ford 2000 explorer xlt with 4.0 OHV engine tried to fix it but the bolts keep snaping out on me and treads are just lossing no matter how many times i re-tread it… Im no mechanic just trying to do it on my own and…

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## [1998 Ford Ranger fluctuating temp gauge](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-fluctuating-temp-gauge/138683)

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**Author:** [@GaryNelson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GaryNelson)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-ford-ranger-fluctuating-temp-gauge/138683 "2019-04-17T22:29:45Z")

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98 Ford Ranger 2.5 4cyl with 344k miles runs good but temp guage fluctuates from normal to zero and back again after warmup. rellaced both coolant temp senders and a new radiator but the problem still exists, no leaks an…

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## [2008 Chevrolet Malibu door locks are acting up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-door-locks-are-acting-up/138691)

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**Author:** [@RichardHickman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichardHickman)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 9:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-chevrolet-malibu-door-locks-are-acting-up/138691 "2019-04-17T21:53:54Z")

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My door locks have been acting up for some time. The key fond won’t work, door locks will work sometimes, other times it won’t. Been told their not communicating with the bcm. Anyone else have a similar problem?

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## [2008 Suburban - will GM help fix the locks?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suburban-will-gm-help-fix-the-locks/138599)

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**Author:** [@WallaceWerner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WallaceWerner)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-suburban-will-gm-help-fix-the-locks/138599 "2019-04-17T21:38:39Z")

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I have a 2008 Suburban LT with 18,000 miles and the 2 doors on the driver side lock actuator is not working about 90% of the time. Does GM help on the repair. I am well under the 36,000 mile warranty even though the tim…

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## [1994 Honda Accord Crosstour temp gauge cooler than normal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-honda-accord-crosstour-temp-gauge-cooler-than-normal/138678)

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**Author:** [@JillCarnes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JillCarnes)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-honda-accord-crosstour-temp-gauge-cooler-than-normal/138678 "2019-04-17T21:38:34Z")

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Hi there - I just replaced my radiator and the temperature gauge dips below the mid range - at least it’s not running on the hot end. My question is this: What could be causing my temp gauge to be in the cooler than n…

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## [2006 Land Rover Range Rover whistling sound](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-land-rover-range-rover-whistling-sound/138682)

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**Author:** [@ElizabethLi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ElizabethLi)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-land-rover-range-rover-whistling-sound/138682 "2019-04-17T21:30:01Z")

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Hi, I enjoy your show! I have a 2006 Range Rover Supercharge. I love it. but recently it has been “playing” whistle like “music”. I called the dealership service department, they said they had no idea what that may be. I…

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## [How to reset touchscreen in 2016 Ford F-350?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-reset-touchscreen-in-2016-ford-f-350/138555)

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**Author:** [@Tom35](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom35)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-reset-touchscreen-in-2016-ford-f-350/138555 "2019-04-17T20:52:18Z")

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AAA replaced both batteries, no my touch screen in not working. Is there a reset?

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## ['High-Tech Collision Warnings, No Matter How Smart Your Car Is'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-tech-collision-warnings-no-matter-how-smart-your-car-is/138643)

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**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 7:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-tech-collision-warnings-no-matter-how-smart-your-car-is/138643 "2019-04-17T19:55:18Z")

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https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/16/business/collision-warning-systems-aftermarket.html Mobileye

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## [2013 Nissan Maxima - vehicle shifts in automatic, but not manually](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-maxima-vehicle-shifts-in-automatic-but-not-manually/138671)

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**Author:** [@KIRKLAUX](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KIRKLAUX)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-nissan-maxima-vehicle-shifts-in-automatic-but-not-manually/138671 "2019-04-17T19:47:32Z")

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When I manually shift or use the shifting paddles, in 6th gear the engine remains at 2000 RPM’s and 60 MPH. Will not accelerate. Once I switch over to the automatic the vehicle will accelerate.

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## [1970 Pontiac GTO needs a mechanic in Atlanta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-pontiac-gto-needs-a-mechanic-in-atlanta/138660)

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**Author:** [@pelagalli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pelagalli)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1970-pontiac-gto-needs-a-mechanic-in-atlanta/138660 "2019-04-17T19:12:30Z")

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I am looking for a mechanic to view a 1970 Pontiac GTO in the Atlanta area

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## [2008 MINI Cooper S Clubman - does dealer need to reset the computer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mini-cooper-s-clubman-does-dealer-need-to-reset-the-computer/138586)

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**Author:** [@John51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John51)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mini-cooper-s-clubman-does-dealer-need-to-reset-the-computer/138586 "2019-04-17T19:08:32Z")

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I changed my battery in my Mini recently. When I started the car some of the dashboard functions don’t work properly. Can I reset the computer on my own or is this a dealer issue?

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## [No coil wire spark (in the mornings)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-coil-wire-spark-in-the-mornings/137464)

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**Author:** [@Breakfaststout](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Breakfaststout)\
**Replies:** 23\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-coil-wire-spark-in-the-mornings/137464 "2019-04-17T18:38:00Z")

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Any idea why a distributor wouldn’t spark in the chilly mornings but the same afternoon when it warms up a little starts up just fine? My ignition box and coil were tested and work fine btw.

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## [2017 Mazda CX-5 - why put nitrogen in my tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-cx-5-why-put-nitrogen-in-my-tires/138491)

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**Author:** [@Chris54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris54)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-cx-5-why-put-nitrogen-in-my-tires/138491 "2019-04-17T17:05:39Z")

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When I took my car in for an oil change and had the tires inflated, I was told I had nitrogen in the tires. The Shop put regular air in the tires and said that is ok. Why did the manufacturer put nitrogen in the tires an…

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## [Considering a 2019 Toyota Avalon Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2019-toyota-avalon-hybrid/138662)

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**Author:** [@BettyeKerns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BettyeKerns)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-2019-toyota-avalon-hybrid/138662 "2019-04-17T15:30:56Z")

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I am interested in purchasing a 2019 Toyota Avalon. Have found information on maintenance costs for first 5 years and battery warranty… Since we usually keep a car for 10 yrs. or around 120,000 miles I would like to kno…

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## [2017 Nissan Armada trans is sluggish on takeoff](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-armada-trans-is-sluggish-on-takeoff/138637)

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**Author:** [@donell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donell)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 4:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-nissan-armada-trans-is-sluggish-on-takeoff/138637 "2019-04-17T16:17:04Z")

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transmission sluggish on take off

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## [Brake shoes ok?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-shoes-ok/138091)

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**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\
**Replies:** 37\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-shoes-ok/138091 "2019-04-17T15:38:28Z")

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got rear drum off. Is lower front edge wear ok? Normal?

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## [Engine oil filters for synthetic oil vs conventional oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-filters-for-synthetic-oil-vs-conventional-oil/117595)

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**Author:** [@jbrown70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbrown70)\
**Replies:** 22\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-oil-filters-for-synthetic-oil-vs-conventional-oil/117595 "2019-04-17T15:28:26Z")

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2014 toyota rav4. This car uses 0w-20 synthetic oil. I see that there are engine oil filters sold as designed for conventional oil, and some say designed for synthetic oil, and some don’t specify. Any difference in e…

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## [Brakes on 2015 Rav 4](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-on-2015-rav-4/127871)

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**Author:** [@oilman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oilman)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 3:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-on-2015-rav-4/127871 "2019-04-17T15:24:38Z")

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My brakes make a tiny squeal when the pedal is lightly pushed. 42K miles (mostly all city). Then when I push to “stop”, the noise goes away and brakes work fine. I looked at the driver front when I just changed the trans…

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## [Toyota Sienna transmission problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-transmission-problems/138569)

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**Author:** [@KevinKearney](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KevinKearney)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 3:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sienna-transmission-problems/138569 "2019-04-17T15:07:41Z")

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Do Toyota Siennas have transmission problems?

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## [2015 Nissan Altima - window lock can't open](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-window-lock-cant-open/138630)

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**Author:** [@jamesjoan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jamesjoan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 17, 2019, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-nissan-altima-window-lock-cant-open/138630 "2019-04-17T14:26:49Z")

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Windows lock can’t open.

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