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## [2006 Jeep Commander stalled, won’t start again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-commander-stalled-won-t-start-again/134934)

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**Author:** [@lawlerkennedy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lawlerkennedy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 5:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-jeep-commander-stalled-won-t-start-again/134934 "2019-02-19T05:06:00Z")

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I was driving up a hill on the way to work a few weeks ago and the car was running fine. It started stalling, i pulled over and it stopped. We tried to jump it but nothing. Any ideas of what it could be?

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## [My 2003 Nissan Sentra is burning Oil FAST! Burngs 1 quart of oil every 140 miles! Please Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2003-nissan-sentra-is-burning-oil-fast-burngs-1-quart-of-oil-every-140-miles-please-help/88161)

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**Author:** [@helpmefixmysentraple](https://community.cartalk.com/u/helpmefixmysentraple)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 6:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2003-nissan-sentra-is-burning-oil-fast-burngs-1-quart-of-oil-every-140-miles-please-help/88161 "2019-02-11T18:10:16Z")

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So I have a 2003 Nissan Sentra which was given to me by my family and it's main issue is how much oil it is burning constantly. I find the car to be a lot more safer and reliable than my previous vehicle a 98' ford tauru…

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## [2011 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport - The day after](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-the-day-after/134777)

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**Author:** [@kader](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kader)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-subaru-impreza-outback-sport-the-day-after/134777 "2019-02-19T04:32:56Z")

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Traction Control, and Engine Check lights come on the day after

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## [Best safety for the money](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-safety-for-the-money/134764)

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**Author:** [@TomBart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomBart)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 3:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-safety-for-the-money/134764 "2019-02-19T03:23:00Z")

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Dear Car Talk, Senior looking for Safety I am a retired senior looking for a new car. I drive less than 8,000 miles a year usually short trips. But several times a year I need to drive over an hour to the airport to …

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## [2016 Nissan Altima - ride is too bumpy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-altima-ride-is-too-bumpy/134780)

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**Author:** [@AndyJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AndyJ)\
**Replies:** 12\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-nissan-altima-ride-is-too-bumpy/134780 "2019-02-19T02:27:22Z")

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In my Nissan Altima I can feel EVERY bump on the road, every crack, every pavement joint. Dealer tells me it is ‘normal’. Other person at the dealer tells me to sell it and buy something else (nice advice from Nissan).…

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## [2004 Toyota Avalon misses badly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-avalon-misses-badly/134828)

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**Author:** [@Davis51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Davis51)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 2:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-toyota-avalon-misses-badly/134828 "2019-02-19T02:26:04Z")

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Misses bad for a few seconds at about 50 miles and up. 126000 miles on car change spark plugs, Air filter, oil has always been change at $5000 miles or lower. Change fuel filter. No check engine light on.

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## [1999 Pontiac Grand Am GT Misfire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-pontiac-grand-am-gt-misfire/134813)

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**Author:** [@dtr146](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dtr146)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-pontiac-grand-am-gt-misfire/134813 "2019-02-19T02:10:24Z")

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I have a constant misfire on cylinder 5 with an A circuit code to go with it. You can ask me for more details but I would like some advice on steps to diagnosing or fixing. If somebody on here has had this exact same iss…

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## [2005 saturn vue onstar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-onstar/134177)

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**Author:** [@mrgrudz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrgrudz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 12:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-vue-onstar/134177 "2019-02-19T00:59:32Z")

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First of all thank you all for the help on the Ford Ranger. Now I have a Saturn Vue. Just baught it a couple of months ago for $4000. Took it home and it would not start the next day. Add another $5000 to get it running …

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## [Hard to start Nissan Altima in the morning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-start-nissan-altima-in-the-morning/134941)

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**Author:** [@Mwebb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mwebb)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 12:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-to-start-nissan-altima-in-the-morning/134941 "2019-02-19T00:42:44Z")

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2005 Nissan Altima hard to start in the morning or when it sit for 15min or more changed injectors, all 4 coils and plugs no change run great when running great power

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## [2016 Honda CR-V - Humms](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-v-humms/134888)

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**Author:** [@Terry52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Terry52)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 19, 2019, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-honda-cr-v-humms/134888 "2019-02-19T00:34:06Z")

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what is the cause of a persistent humming sound coming from the rear of my 2016 crv at low speeds

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## [How tight does an oil filler cap have to be?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-tight-does-an-oil-filler-cap-have-to-be/134935)

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**Author:** [@Waterbuff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Waterbuff)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 11:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-tight-does-an-oil-filler-cap-have-to-be/134935 "2019-02-18T23:50:48Z")

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Not a life or death question – more like a ‘hmmmm… is a gasket needed because could oil vapors be escaping around the cap?’ kind of question. I have an aftermarket oil filler cap that I got many years ago (because the o…

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## [PHEV engine wear with cold weather driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phev-engine-wear-with-cold-weather-driving/134909)

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**Author:** [@Ricardo00](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ricardo00)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/phev-engine-wear-with-cold-weather-driving/134909 "2019-02-18T22:47:49Z")

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In a cold climate you drive a PHEV. When you drive in EV mode and you suddenly need more speed the motor kicks in. Since the motor has been off does the motor wear excessively since a heavy load has been placed on it whe…

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## [2007 Audi A4 - when to replace motor mounts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-audi-a4-when-to-replace-motor-mounts/134930)

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**Author:** [@kris02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kris02)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-audi-a4-when-to-replace-motor-mounts/134930 "2019-02-18T22:22:09Z")

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How should i know to replace my motor mounts in my car.

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## [Car is having issues starting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-having-issues-starting/134928)

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**Author:** [@Tab2019](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tab2019)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-is-having-issues-starting/134928 "2019-02-18T22:10:23Z")

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Ok guys I have a 2006 mercury milan, we had a -54° a couple weeks ago and ever since then my car has been acting crazy! Sometimes it’ll start right up other times it takes four times sometimes it needs a jump. I took …

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## [Transmission? Or the cold?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-the-cold/134881)

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**Author:** [@Milo\_Early](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Milo_Early)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 10:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-or-the-cold/134881 "2019-02-18T22:07:47Z")

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I have a 2002 honda accord 4cylinder and about 2weeks ago i was about to go to the store. When i pulled off it made a vroom noise but didn’t kick into gear until late so i drove to the mechanic and he said i was low on …

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## [2011 Cadillac CTS4 Air flow sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-cts4-air-flow-sensor/134897)

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**Author:** [@brm7675](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brm7675)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-cadillac-cts4-air-flow-sensor/134897 "2019-02-18T21:25:18Z")

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Does my 2011 Cadillac CTS 4 that comes with the 3.0 engine have a mass air flow sensor? If so where would it be located? If it does, how do you tell if it is operating correctly? Can it be cleaned or must it be replac…

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## [Rack & pinion?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-pinion/134852)

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**Author:** [@jtrojas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtrojas)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rack-pinion/134852 "2019-02-18T21:17:12Z")

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Replaced both Control Arms, Struts, Inner & Outer Tie Rods, Sway Bar Links, and a couple motor & trans mounts.7 Still hearing noise from front end. Similar to the noises before replacing parts. The steering does rattl…

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## [2014 Ford F-150 - harmful to downshift instead of braking?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-harmful-to-downshift-instead-of-braking/134801)

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**Author:** [@DougSchull](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DougSchull)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-ford-f-150-harmful-to-downshift-instead-of-braking/134801 "2019-02-18T21:06:39Z")

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I drive a 2014 Ford 150 automatic. I prefer to township when slowing down instead of using brakes as much as I can. Is this harmful in anyway?

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## [“Woofing” 2011 Chevrolet Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/woofing-2011-chevrolet-equinox/134915)

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**Author:** [@CharGoetsch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CharGoetsch)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 8:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/woofing-2011-chevrolet-equinox/134915 "2019-02-18T20:47:40Z")

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When braking the car makes a sound like a wuffing dog. What is causing this?

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## [In the market for used Jetta - what year to look for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-market-for-used-jetta-what-year-to-look-for/134716)

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**Author:** [@ruchei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ruchei)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-the-market-for-used-jetta-what-year-to-look-for/134716 "2019-02-18T20:36:33Z")

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Hello, all! I always get wonderful advice here so hope for more:) I have had my 2002 1.8 T Jetta for 12 years now and it has done very very well. I understand that is a 4th generation Jetta which, apparently, have been …

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## [2004 Pontiac Grand Prix thermostat](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-thermostat/134879)

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**Author:** [@Elisa26](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Elisa26)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-pontiac-grand-prix-thermostat/134879 "2019-02-18T19:23:43Z")

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My thermostat was taken out a few months ago and figured out water pump was bad. I just now replaced the water pump a week ago and had bought a thermostat but just figured after over 300 miles there was no thermostat sin…

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## [2001 Chrysler Town & Country - p0740 question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-town-country-p0740-question/134751)

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**Author:** [@AllenCheuvront](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AllenCheuvront)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 4:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-chrysler-town-country-p0740-question/134751 "2019-02-18T16:52:41Z")

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Anyone have experience with obd p0740 torque converter clutch circuit code on 2001 Town and Country?

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## [2007 Saturn Outlook - How to solve this issue?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-outlook-how-to-solve-this-issue/134892)

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**Author:** [@chris53](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris53)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 4:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-saturn-outlook-how-to-solve-this-issue/134892 "2019-02-18T16:38:09Z")

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windshield washer pump runs constantly, without warning. drains battery. when car is parked

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## [2004 Honda CR-V Constant High Pitch Whine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-cr-v-constant-high-pitch-whine/134837)

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**Author:** [@penny2jordan\_148426](https://community.cartalk.com/u/penny2jordan_148426)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 3:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-cr-v-constant-high-pitch-whine/134837 "2019-02-18T15:29:09Z")

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Mechanic replaced Serpentine Belt on 2004 Honda CRV. I immediately noticed a whining sound emitting from front right engine compartment. Has progressed from whining to sound of airplane taking off or wheels being lowered…

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## [High pressure fuel supply pump timing issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pressure-fuel-supply-pump-timing-issue/133404)

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**Author:** [@Matas\_Sapalas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Matas_Sapalas)\
**Replies:** 18\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 2:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-pressure-fuel-supply-pump-timing-issue/133404 "2019-02-18T14:53:09Z")

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Hello guys, After some unfortunate events my Nissan Primera 2.2 DI (2002 yr.) bent one valve (while tying to start a car) and broke a camshaft. I took off the cylinder head and took it to the shop to do full repairs (re…

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## [Power steering loss Acura MDX](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-loss-acura-mdx/134604)

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**Author:** [@Jaimen\_Perez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jaimen_Perez)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-loss-acura-mdx/134604 "2019-02-18T14:32:20Z")

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Hi, I have a 2005 Acura MDX with 150k miles on it. I was near home today when I heard a sound like gravel hitting the side of the car or something. I experienced power steering loss and continued driving the car to get t…

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## [Lincoln LS THX Stereo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-thx-stereo/53917)

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**Author:** [@dcbrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcbrey)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-thx-stereo/53917 "2019-02-18T13:52:22Z")

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Bought a used 2006 LS recently. The windows have an after-market tint added to them by a previous owner. My FM radio reception is bad and AM reception is non-existent. I read on-line that the tint can interfere with t…

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## [2003 BMW X5 “engine inact” error](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-x5-engine-inact-error/134884)

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**Author:** [@oje](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oje)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-bmw-x5-engine-inact-error/134884 "2019-02-18T13:39:10Z")

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when engine is turned on ,it gives an error on dash board saying engine inact

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## [2004 Honda Element - no heat near driver’s feet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-no-heat-near-driver-s-feet/134870)

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**Author:** [@House19](https://community.cartalk.com/u/House19)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-honda-element-no-heat-near-driver-s-feet/134870 "2019-02-18T13:17:44Z")

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No heat on drivers feet

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## [2014 Toyota RAV4 - new car battery took away Sirius/XM icon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-rav4-new-car-battery-took-away-sirius-xm-icon/134848)

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**Author:** [@TracyGratteau](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TracyGratteau)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 12:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-toyota-rav4-new-car-battery-took-away-sirius-xm-icon/134848 "2019-02-18T12:32:55Z")

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I replaced my car battery and now my XM/Sirius radio icon disappeared from the radio apps screen. I called XM, and they sent a refresh signal, and the icon reappeared - only temporarily. Every other time I start the ca…

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