Q & A wth The Car Doctor

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Expensive synthetic oil needed in Subaru?

Oct 20, 2023 12:19PM

Q. In May of 2022, I bought a new 2022 Subaru Crosstrek Sport. Love the Subaru and have had no problems with it. I took it in to the dealer last November for the six-month oil change, which

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Key question ($600?) and timed service advice

Oct 05, 2023 01:58PM

Q. I have a 2018 Honda Accord and recently hit 100,000 miles. The dealership recommends replacing the spark plugs, valve cover gasket and a valve adjustment. Do you think those items

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Pricey catalytic converter, exhaust replacement necessary?

Sep 22, 2023 12:52PM

Q. I have a 2011 Honda CR-V that I bought new. It has 79,000 miles and runs fine. I have taken good care of it and always used high-quality gasoline. To pass inspection the upper catalytic

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Coolant, transmission fluid change schedules

Sep 06, 2023 01:11PM

Q. This is not really a car question but would like your thoughts. I noticed many new cars on the road have LED lights. Some of the more expensive SUV’s have small lights. Another nickel and

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Driving car after a recall and manufacturer gives a loaner

Aug 23, 2023 12:54PM

Q. My Lincoln has been recalled. I have been advised to unhook the battery and not drive the car. I have been given a loaner vehicle until the parts come in. If I drive my recalled car after receiving

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Camry wins out as a dependable, fuel-efficient car

Aug 09, 2023 12:55PM

Q. I have a 2012 Infiniti M37x, when slowing down fast not to a complete stop and then reaccelerating the transmission will clunk, more in standard mode than in sport drive mode.

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Today’s vehicles handle better but a soft ride is elusive

Jul 27, 2023 01:27PM

Q. I have suffered with chronic pain since 2006. I am writing to ask if you know of any vehicles with an extremely smooth ride. I have tried Buick, Cadillac, Mercedes, Lexus, and most of the well

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Replacing low-profile tires might not be worth the expense

Jul 15, 2023 01:21PM

Q.I own a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Touring (80,850 miles). It has a rough ride for an old guy like me. Would higher profile tires improve my riding comfort? My car tires are 195/65 on 15” rims.

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Why does older Honda’s tire pressure light stay on?

Jun 20, 2023 08:33PM

Q.I have a 13-year-old Honda with 120,000 miles on it. The issue is the TPMS (tire pressure light) comes on. This is not the light I see when the outside temperature is very cold, but the actual

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Faulty ignition switch may require replacement of lock module

Jun 08, 2023 03:53PM

Q.I have a 2006 Nissan Murano with keyless intelligent key system. (Not stop/start button) I cannot get the ignition switch to turn on to any position. The steering wheel is locked due to the

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