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		What could cause a sweet coolant smell from the engine bay after topping up? PaisleyVH, 01-22-2026, 12:39 PM	6	01-22-2026, 12:39 PM Last Post : Ava.C
		What could a clear drip near the transmission area mean? KevinG, 01-18-2026, 03:20 PM	7	01-18-2026, 03:20 PM Last Post : Layla69
		What could a sweet smell from the engine bay mean when it's warm? Eleanor.T, 01-18-2026, 01:42 PM	7	01-18-2026, 01:42 PM Last Post : Kevin71
		How tight should the oil filter be to avoid leaks? OliviaTT, 01-18-2026, 12:00 PM	7	01-18-2026, 12:01 PM Last Post : JacobUG
		Why would a sweet oil smell in the engine bay indicate a leak? NatalieSP, 01-18-2026, 10:17 AM	7	01-18-2026, 10:17 AM Last Post : Paisley.L
		Why does my car chirp only when the engine is warm? Amelia.W, 01-18-2026, 08:40 AM	7	01-18-2026, 08:41 AM Last Post : Olivia47
		What OBD-II code reader should I buy for basic codes and live data? MichaelVR, 01-09-2026, 01:55 PM	7	01-09-2026, 01:56 PM Last Post : Steven.R
		What cheap OBD-II scanner is actually useful for reading codes? NicholasG, 01-09-2026, 04:39 AM	6	01-09-2026, 04:40 AM Last Post : KevinMP
		How can I compress the caliper piston without a tool when changing brake pads? ScottJ, 01-08-2026, 09:50 PM	6	01-08-2026, 09:51 PM Last Post : Chloe88
		Oil change near me: dealership vs quick lube for a standard sedan? Gary73, 01-05-2026, 04:54 PM	0	01-05-2026, 04:54 PM Last Post : Gary73
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		Should I shorten the 10k oil change interval for a city-driving RAV4? IsabellaA, 12-26-2025, 11:59 PM	0	12-26-2025, 11:59 PM Last Post : IsabellaA
		What pitfalls should I watch for when replacing front brake pads on 2015 Camry? MasonD, 12-25-2025, 09:25 AM	5	12-25-2025, 09:26 AM Last Post : Steven91
		First time brake pad replacement on a 2015 Civic: caliper piston, rotor concerns, an Camila69, 12-25-2025, 07:55 AM	6	12-25-2025, 07:55 AM Last Post : Jerry.W
		Deciding to DIY oil changes on my 2018 crossover: tools, disposal, intervals KyleT, 12-25-2025, 06:26 AM	1	12-25-2025, 06:27 AM Last Post : OliverVM
		2018 Civic brake pad replacement: fluid, caliper cleaning, and torque. KyleTJ, 12-25-2025, 04:57 AM	0	12-25-2025, 04:57 AM Last Post : KyleTJ
		Should I replace rotors or resurface, and where to apply brake grease on Civic? Justin.H, 12-25-2025, 03:27 AM	0	12-25-2025, 03:27 AM Last Post : Justin.H
		Should I resurface rotors on a 2018 compact SUV and how to compress the caliper? Violet_S, 12-25-2025, 01:58 AM	0	12-25-2025, 01:58 AM Last Post : Violet_S
		Should I follow the 10k synthetic oil guideline or shorten it for my 2018 SUV? Luke.W, 12-24-2025, 11:04 PM	0	12-24-2025, 11:04 PM Last Post : Luke.W
		Should I switch to 5,000-mile oil changes for my turbo truck in severe service? ElizabethM, 12-24-2025, 09:36 PM	6	12-24-2025, 09:36 PM Last Post : Victoria.J
		What oil change interval should hybrids like the RAV4 follow for city driving? AndrewKL, 12-24-2025, 08:07 PM	0	12-24-2025, 08:07 PM Last Post : AndrewKL
		Brake pad replacement on a 2015 crossover: piston retraction and caliper bolts OliviaUS, 12-24-2025, 06:38 PM	0	12-24-2025, 06:38 PM Last Post : OliviaUS
		What to check during 2017 Civic brake pad replacement: piston, hardware, rotors? Justin_D, 12-24-2025, 05:10 PM	0	12-24-2025, 05:10 PM Last Post : Justin_D
		Brake pad replacement on a car with electronic parking brake: caliper retraction, ro Kyle_L, 12-24-2025, 03:42 PM	0	12-24-2025, 03:42 PM Last Post : Kyle_L
		Should I follow the oil life monitor or mileage on my 2020 RAV4 Hybrid? Sophia55, 12-24-2025, 02:14 PM	0	12-24-2025, 02:14 PM Last Post : Sophia55
		What to know about EPB retraction and torque specs in 2018 Civic brake pad replaceme Kyle30, 12-24-2025, 12:45 PM	0	12-24-2025, 12:45 PM Last Post : Kyle30
		Advice needed: piston compression and grease type for 2017 Civic brake job SofiaBT, 12-24-2025, 11:16 AM	1	12-24-2025, 11:17 AM Last Post : MarkM
		Do I need a rear caliper tool or can I reuse shims on 2018 Civic? Adam.H, 12-24-2025, 09:49 AM	0	12-24-2025, 09:49 AM Last Post : Adam.H
		How to handle reservoir, lubrication, and bedding for first Civic brake pads? Emily31, 12-24-2025, 08:20 AM	0	12-24-2025, 08:20 AM Last Post : Emily31
		What oil change interval for a RAV4 Hybrid with frequent idling and short trips? Sofia_J, 12-24-2025, 06:52 AM	0	12-24-2025, 06:52 AM Last Post : Sofia_J
		Should I replace rotors or machine them when replacing brake pads on a 2015 crossove Gary.H, 12-24-2025, 05:23 AM	0	12-24-2025, 05:23 AM Last Post : Gary.H
		What are the key steps and pitfalls for a first-time brake pad replacement? Scarlett65, 12-24-2025, 03:54 AM	0	12-24-2025, 03:54 AM Last Post : Scarlett65
		First brake pad replacement on a 2015 sedan: rotors EPB piston compression tools TylerH, 12-24-2025, 01:59 AM	0	12-24-2025, 01:59 AM Last Post : TylerH
		How can I find an honest oil change near me for my Honda? Dennis.B, 12-23-2025, 09:19 PM	5	12-23-2025, 09:20 PM Last Post : EvelynWR
		How can I go beyond basic car maintenance tips? Kenneth11, 12-19-2025, 04:29 PM	5	12-19-2025, 04:30 PM Last Post : Richard2
		How do you spot red flags or green flags for an oil change near me? LoganL, 12-18-2025, 09:15 AM	5	12-18-2025, 09:16 AM Last Post : Mark47
		How do you judge a trustworthy - mechanic near me beyond ratings? LoganEL, 12-18-2025, 07:41 AM	5	12-18-2025, 07:42 AM Last Post : Jack_R
		How do you know a car repair near me shop is trustworthy beyond reviews? Timothy.T, 12-18-2025, 06:09 AM	6	12-18-2025, 06:10 AM Last Post : GeorgeW
		How has an oil change near me revealed a bigger issue? Avery.J, 12-18-2025, 04:35 AM	5	12-18-2025, 04:35 AM Last Post : MilaMG
		How did a mechanic near me explain a tough car problem with a simple analogy? Riley4, 12-18-2025, 03:03 AM	5	12-18-2025, 03:04 AM Last Post : Mia20
		How did an oil change near me spot a small issue before a big repair? Addison.D, 12-18-2025, 01:29 AM	5	12-18-2025, 01:30 AM Last Post : EllaYJ
		How can - car maintenance tips cover cabin care for daily comfort? Charles19, 12-17-2025, 11:57 PM	5	12-17-2025, 11:57 PM Last Post : David84
		How do you spot red flags when you search for - mechanic near me? Donald.T, 12-17-2025, 10:25 PM	5	12-17-2025, 10:26 PM Last Post : Alexander5
		How should a car maintenance checklist adapt to pothole-filled city streets? JamesCS, 12-17-2025, 10:25 PM	5	12-17-2025, 10:26 PM Last Post : Nicholas_S
		Can engine sounds predict failures before dashboard warnings? EmmaR, 12-17-2025, 03:45 PM	2	12-17-2025, 03:47 PM Last Post : George87
		Should DIY car repair logs be automatically recorded for future owners? OliverUW, 12-17-2025, 03:45 PM	0	12-17-2025, 03:45 PM Last Post : OliverUW
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