2016 GMC Acadia 3.6: P0449 that returns immediately
the evap circuit code comes back shortly after clearing. 2016 gmc acadia 3.6, about 102,000 miles. i can leave the vehicle overnight if the test needs it. what…
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2022 Toyota RAV4 — intermittent metallic rattle after cold start
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A windshield was replaced and now there is a whistle around highway speed that did not exist before. About 46,500 miles on it.
2018 Chevrolet Tahoe — car died once at a light and restarted immediately — anyone dealt with this recently
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Quick one about the Corvette. The A/C works well with road speed but gets noticeably warmer at long lights, then cools again almost immediately once moving. Do…
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Anyone else: windshield replaced — does camera calibration matter (Denver)
A new windshield is installed and there is no dash warning, but the shop recommends camera calibration. If the manufacturer procedure calls for it, would you d…