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ABS sensor harness repair kit: A break or weak connection in the ABS sensor harness can light your ABS light. It... bit.ly/IhpL7K 2:07 PM Apr 10th via twitterfeed
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Rough idle on Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable: If you own a 2002-05 Ford Taurus or Mercury Sable and are experienc... bit.ly/IBqwHk 10:03 AM Apr 10th via twitterfeed
P2181 Cooling System Performance Trouble Code on Chrysler Vehicles: If your check engine light comes on and you ... bit.ly/I3Fqpq 4:26 PM Apr 4th via twitterfeed
Chevrolet Malibu Stalls and RPM Drops: If you’ve got a 2004-’05 Chevrolet Malibu with the 2.2L engine and notice... bit.ly/GFALHV 1:55 PM Mar 20th via twitterfeed
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