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Information about all types of vehicles; including cars and trucks manufactured around the world, motorcycles, airplanes,and other modes of transportation, is found here. If you need to know the best truck for off-road use, how to make a vehicle sound like it has more power than it really does, if filling up a gas tank when it s half full is really beneficial, or anything concerning vehicles, this is the place to ask!
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What is the length of time creditors have to file for a claim against you after repossession in Pennsylvania?
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How can you find out the salvage value of a totaled car?
It's really a very easy thing to determine. Just call some salvage or wrecking yards in your area and ask what they are willing...
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How are cars built?
Cars are built in factories, by robots or machines. They usually involve some human labor also. Humans do the work that machines...
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Can you sell a car when you still have a big car loan to pay off?
Easy Answer: YES, as long as the loan doesn't exceed more than your asking for. Example: If your loan is 5,000 and you're selling...
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What is the difference in laws between California and Texas when it comes to car repossession?
http://www.dca.ca.gov/bsis/bsiscons.htm CHAPTER 11. REPOSSESSORS Article 1. General Provisions...
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What rights does a cosigner have when a car is repossessed?
I am a co-signer for a large car loan for one of my adult children. I wanted to know what rights I had when it came to my...
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What used car problems should you watch out for?
if there is any thing wrong with the transmission dont buy it because that is 4000 dollars added to the car that you shouldnt...
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What are the uses of overdrive and when should it be used?
Here are opinions and answers from WikiAnswers Contributors: (BEST ANSWER) In simple terms, overdrive is like a fourth gear....
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Why would a car stall when idling at a stop light?
If the car runs fine while driving and cuts off ONLY when you are idling (foot completely off the gas pedal and RPM's at idle...
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Will an unpaid medical bill damage your credit?
Here are opinions and answers from FAQ Farmers: YES! Here is an example. I was in a car wreck a little bit over a year ago. I...
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How do you fix a gas pedal that sticks sometimes when it is depressed?
if you want to make t better take it to a good garage it's better clean out the throttle body with a throttle body cleaner....
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No question for now?
A engine with caps and a nice sound will do the job. It will produce sounds that deer can hear a long way ahead of the car.
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What should you do or not do when driving your brand-new car?
DO break it in properly. Accelerate to around 45 mph if local limits allow. Try to drive mostly on freeway (remember start and...
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Which brand-name for premium gasoline should you use for a car that is a V6 and not a performance V8?
Most turbocharged or other vehicles requiring higher octane fuel will lose power and economy as part of the computer's strategy...
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How do you startup and drive a car that has two brake pedals and a stick shift readout of 1 2 3 4 5 then R as opposed to P R N D 2 then L?
Dora, the LEFT pedal is the CLUTCH. It must be depressed to crank the car, then released SLOWLY with the stick in 1 to go. It may...
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Can you save money by purchasing a repossessed car?
Jo, the odds are NOT good unless you are or have access to a mechanic. BUT, you may have bought a repo before. It depends on...
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When did the chapter 7 bankruptcy laws change from 7 years to 10 years?
Actually, It never was 7 years. Chapter 13 is 7 years, and Chapter 7 is 10 years (sometimes longer). That regulation is at least...
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Is a voluntary car repossession or bankruptcy worse for your credit?
I was told a voluntary car repo is worse, because that will be on your credit report as repo. With bankruptcy (Chapter 13) you...
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Can a lending company of a repossessed vehicle put a lien against a vehicle in another state?
although it is unlikely they would know about it (unless they called her and she told them) the only way to be completly safe is...
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What are the repossession laws in Texas?
http://www.capitol.state.tx.us/statutes/statutes.html Business & Commerce Code self-help repo allowed NO breach of...
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Where can you find the laws relating to repossessions and liens in Texas?
41.024 - Sale of Excess. An officer holding an execution sale of property of a judgment debtor whose homestead had been...
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Can you modify your car so it will go faster?
Take out the governor with it it usaully stops at a safe speed for the engine to run at but without it the car will go faster and...
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How many cars are currently in the US?
According to the U.S. Department of Transpotation Statistical Records Office there are approximately 62 million registered...
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How many new and used cars have been sold in California North Dakota and Minnesota?
I think what you should really be curious about is what would jesus do
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How can you inexpensively make a truck sound like it has more power than it does?
You can buy a Cherry Bomb Glasspack muffler its about $35.00 canadian and just replace your existing muffler with it. No illegal...
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What would be the American equivalent of a 1.2 LTR car in England?
As a matter of fact, the US has gone to litre displacement too. The Geo Metro is the first the comes to mind as 1.2 L. In some...
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What is the impact of e-business on regular mail?
The effect of email has been extremely serious, considering it's as good as free, secure and extremely fast. Increasingly,...
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Who insures commercial trucks and equipment when they are being rented?
Hi, It all depends on the agreement between the person who rents the commercial vehicles and the company that provides you the...
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If your car is impounded what is the law regarding notification before they can sell your car at a lien sale auction?
For any car that is impounded (not available for release without a police OK) or stored (available for release to the registered...
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How do you find Commercial Liability providers?
Your state insurance department is your best resource for insurance-related questions and concerns. Find information on insurance...
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Can a small car pull into traffic faster than a large car?
Actually the correct answer would be Jesus can pull into traffic faster than both vehicals.....but its a complete different story...
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When towing a car will the odometer reflect the towed miles as mileage on the car?
YES as long as the drive wheels rotate while the car is being towed. The front wheel drive cars are towed with the front...
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In California how can you find out what happened to an impounded car?
Call DCA's Consumer Information Center toll-free at 1-800-952-5210. In the Sacramento area call (916) 445-1254. ag.ca.gov they...
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What is difference between normal and a 4 wheel drive car?
There are a variety of drivetrain formats for cars there is no "normal" one. 4 wheel drive describes engine power is sent to all...
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What does it mean when someone says a car has a trap speed?
The trap speed is the measured "instantaneous" speed of the vehicle at some timing location, for instance at the end of a 1/4...
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Why would the engine while accelerating bog down and loose power then regain all the power at once?
If your car is fuel injected, the electronic throttle position sensor on the throttle body could be bad. The check engine light...
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How much money does an auto mechanic earn?
Depends on what he does, and the education him or her have Most mechanics do not receive an hourly wage. Instead, they are...
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Is the drivers side considered the left side or right when it comes to parts saying RH side?
the left side is the driver side in the US the left side is on the left when sitting in the car faceing forwards! the right and...
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What legal qualifications or licenses are required to become a vehicle repossession agent?
The smartest way to get in the business is starting to work for another company. There are many laws and regulations that very...
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What should you look for on a test drive?
You should plan on spending as long as possible on your test drive. This will give you a chance to thoroughly examine the car and...
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Do you need to go to the original dealer to get keys cut off a code or can you go to any dealer and get them?
You can get code keys cut at any dealer or locksmith. It cost me about $7 several years ago. Any dealer of the manufacturer...
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If you have the VIN but not the old plate mumber how would you re-register the car without your parents finding out?
Your obvious criminal intent is bad enough. But the fact is that without the title for the car you will never get it registered...
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What could cause a grinding or squealing noise from a car?
Remove the fan belt and start the engine to eliminate alt,water pump. Can do the same for power steering to eliminate the pump....
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How do you find a reputable company for an extended warranty on a used car?
Go here and click on the link for warranty direct: http://www.dealertricks.com/Warranty/Warranty.html Find out what car...
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If you were arrested and your car was impounded how long do you have to get back before they sell it in California?
as far as the lots here in san diego go (which is practically run by former cops)selling your vehicle, they won't sale it right...
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Why would the engine on a new car completely run out of oil in only few weeks?
When the PCV valve is not working correctly it will suck the oil from the engine into the intake manifold and burn it. All fluids...
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What is the safest truck on the market?
hummer i have one it is the best i had my kid in it,hummers not a truck!
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What are the repossession laws in Oregon?
Recovery Requirements: Self help repossessions permitted as long as there is no breach of the peace. Deficiency balence:...
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If your state does not require a front license plate can you put anything you want there in its place?
No,you can put all sorts of things in the open space as long as it is NOT another lic. plate! Curse words, un-PC, whatever you...
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What do you do if diesel was put in your car and it has a gasoline engine?
Trying to use diesel fuel in a gasoline engine has unpleasant consequences, but generally not as dire in terms of damage to the...
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How do you govern the speed of an automobile other than by the operator?
Many cars have speed limiters or RPM limiters to protect their engines from falling apart and destroying themselves. One can buy...
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How long does it take a creditor to garnish your wages?
The creditor first has to get permission from the courts to do so. It takes up to two years for the process. But it could take as...
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At what cubic inch does an engine go from a small block to a big block?
Cubes really don't have anything to do with the relationship of the outer dimensions of the engine block. For instance,...
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Is there any way to find a car that you used to own?
1) Contact the DMV in the state you last owned the vehicle and run a title or registration search. This costs money. 2)...
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How do you find a car if the last person to own the car moved and has not titled it since?
not legally....LOL
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How do you remove snow and ice from wheel wells on a car that is always in extreme below zero temperature?
Not sure where your at but I'm in Northern BC Canada so we get a heck of a lot of snow. I find the best thing to do is just get a...
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What is the maximum time a nonconsensually towed car can remain in storage before the towing company can sell it in Calfornia?
tow compies can sell your car 30-90 days.but they have to notify the state to get info on you and lien holder? run a paper ad and...
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If you have been spending a couple hundred dollars on your car every couple months should you buy a new one?
I would think that all depends on how long you've been spending that money and what all you've replaced, by now you may have a...
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What is cold advance start?
If I understand your question properly I think you're referring to the engine timing. (when the spark plugs fire in relation to...
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How do you file a complaint against a creditor for harassment?
Contact your attorney general in your state and also the federal trade commission and report them. Then send a letter to the...
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How do you make the tires spin on a rear wheel drive car?
the best and safest way is to put the car on jack stands and spin the tires with your hands. With the engine off, of course. Not...
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How much does it cost to ship a car from the US to the UK?
The cost to ship a car from the US to the UK depends on the weight, size, and value of the vehicle. Regular rates can start as...
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When you go to the DMV to get your learner's permit in MA what do you need to bring to take the test?
You need to bring proper documentation to prove that you are who you say you are, such as a birth certificate. Check the sources...
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Is a sale agreement binding if the owner of the house signs it?
All legal contracts are written with the purpose of binding the parties. Contracts voided within the terms of the agreement are...
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Is it possible to find out what day a car was built using the VIN?
Well there are several ways to see when your car was built. The best way is to find out where in the car the manufacturer put the...
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Who created the first gasoline powered vehicle?
Carl Benz created the first automobile in the year of 1885 John Lambert invented the first gas powered car Kirkpatrick Macmillian...
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How do you pull the back seat out to a bed?
in what vehicle?
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Is there any harm caused by taking an automatic shift out of park when the brake is not pressed down all the way?
Well normally from the mid 90's cars you shouod not be able to move the shift lever out of park w/o stepping on the brake - if...
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Why would the passenger side window coming off the track about half way when you roll the window up?
Hey Anna==It depends on what kind and year of car you have. If it is GM it probably is a plastickeeeper tthat fits in the run...
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Why do auto shops squeeze a tie rod end together to check whether its good or bad?
checking for abnormal play or movement.
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What color is safest on cars?
The rationale behind the results of studies is that silver is a color that does not occur often in nature, and at close range...
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What causes a diesel to gain power while driving then lose it?
bad fuel, water in the sytem? It could be a variety of things.... first and easiest explaination that comes to mind is that if...
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Why would the RPMs go up but the car won't move?
SOMETHINGS WRONG WITH YOUR TRANSMISSION if your lucky and it is a auto the shift linkage can fall auto wack with the little p...
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What do you need to do if there is a leak beneath your car which you believe is oil?
Crawl under look at the pan bolt,drain plug, oil filter one or more may be leaking if it is your pan gasket you can take it to a...
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When was the convertible car invented?
There are convertible cars dating from the 1930's. Your question should be the other way around. Since the first cars were...
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If a car is nonconsensually towed in the SF Bay area California what is the maximum rate for towing and storage that can be charged?
Call city hall.
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What is the best speed should you be traveling when breaking in the car engine?
Usually unders 55 or 60 mph and varied speeds. The speed of running in a new engine is really not important. The important...
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What cause the idling to move up and down?
bad mass air sensor, dirty carbs or injectors and or vacume lines also the aic component (automatic idle control) cheap fix and...
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How do you refurbish a well used car car has rust and everything?
You must cut out all rust, because rust does not stop it continues to grow, please do not just cover it up because it will come...
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What is the most luxurious car in the world?
The Maybach Laundalet
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What is the average cost to operate a car in Burlington Vermont including gas maintenence and insurance?
You can check out driverside.com (register, add a car to your garage) to see how much a specific car will cost you to own and...
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If you have an after-market kill switch how do you find out how to deactivate it?
If it is just a Switch, then you can remove the switch from it's location, and remove the two wires going into it, and twist them...
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Where is the fog light switch?
DODGEFORUM.COM On a late 90`s ford explorer xlt, it is on the center console, just to the right of the stereo,under the rear...
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If you have nowhere to put a nonconsensually towed car and don't wish to pay for it can you simply sign the title over to the tow company?
You certainly can. another answer. It's better to sell it first.
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What would driving in second gear at highway speeds for ten minutes do to a car?
This would cause serious engine damage, as the engine speed ( rpm) would be too high, and the engine would overheat badly. The...
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What tools do you need to fix a lower ball joint in a 1998 Durango?
I have a 98'. I replaced the lower and the upper. You will need a ball joint fork and a hammer, a grinder and the repair manual...
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What causes an fuel injection engine to run OK when cold but then splutter at low revs when warm?
You might have a faulty oxygen sensor. Typically, when cold, the engine management system operates in "open loop" mode ignoring...
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How do you buy a repossessed car?
Contact the bank or whoever holds the lean on the vehicle and had is repossessed.
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You need timming mark for daewoo?
what daewoo. espero, nexia which one there all different.
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If you've just bought a patrol for rough terrain and are breaking it in before the first service can you drive on rough terrain?
I would.
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Why are head gaskets blown?
Normally you blow a head gasket, when the engine overheats. They can also blow from incorrect installation or poor design.
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of cars?
They can go to many different places and can carry people easily. Some modern cars are expensive, it can lead to loss of lives...
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Does a used car dealership have to disclose any recalls on vehicles?
No
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What would cause the speedometer and temp gage to jump around and then go to zero while the car is running fine?
Sometimes it depends on the vehicle too. For instance, some GM trucks/Suburbans had problems with faulty ignition switches...
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What is the oldest car manufacturer?
Steam-powered car is made by De Dion, Bouton & Trépardoux of France in 1884 and is most commonly known as the La Marquise....
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How many repairs can be done under warranty?
As many as is necessary to fix the problems. There is not limit. although at a certian point lemon laws will go into effect.
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What are the repossession laws in Alabama?
state.al.us Affirmed. The repossessor was acting as the lenders' agent; it was not seizing the vehicles for its own benefit, so...
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How much does automotive oil weigh?
As a rough guide engine oil usually weighs about 0.87 kg/litre or about 7.2 pounds per US gallon. Unfortunately a rough answer...
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How is a salvage title converted to a regular title?
SALVAGE VEHICLE When you dismantle, destroy or change the character of your car so that it no longer is a complete car, you must...
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Where is the daytime running lamp sensor usually located in a Vehicle?
I have an Impala, and the sensor is located on the top of the dash, near the defroster vent opening. (for the windshield)
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