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    Low Brake Fluid Light

    The warning system on my ’01 LS displays “low brake fluid” with the brake warning light coming on. The fluid is at the correct level and the pads are fairly new. This happens about once a month. It will clear after a day of driving. Any clues??
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    EZ Pass

    Has anyone ever heard about problems with an EZPass transmitter not working in a LS? On the EZPass website for PA they mention the possibility that the windshield could block the signal. For reference, I have an 01, original windshield. Thanks!
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    Crazy AC Problem

    I'm hoping someone can give me some insight on this problem. Lately the AC on my 2001 LS will start blowing warm air, and then will switch back to cool. What's even more bizarre....from the center dash vents the left vent will blow warm while the right vent blows cold. Any help would be...
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    Front End Vibration

    Hi everyone, I'm experiencing a vibration from the front end when driving past 65mph. It's real noticable through the steering wheel. Some history.....in the past month I had my local mechanic replace the lower ball joints (with the steering knuckles). Last weekend I replace the front...
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    Front Rotor Replacement

    Hello All, A quick question regarding replacing the front rotors. Any tips? Unlike rotors I've replaced in the past it does'nt appear they slide off. The part that holds the pads is in the way. Any help is appreicated!
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    Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

    I've been told by my local mechanic that both valve cover gaskets are leaking. The smell in the car when sitting at traffic lights gets pretty bad....I have to hit the re-circulate button on the heater to eliminate the smell. My mechanic wants $350 to do both sides. He tells me the job is...
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    Sway Bar Bushings..Car Safe to Drive?

    I've read through the various posts on whining noises coming from the steering. It sounds like I have a problem with sway bar bushings. My wife, who currently has the car and is about 200 miles away, has described a whining noise when turning the wheel. My question.....is the car safe to...
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    Rear Power Outlet Question

    Recently I installed a Sirius Radio and Nav system in my LS. For power, I purchased a 2-port spliter which I power from the rear 12-volt outlet. Plugged into the rear outlet, the spliter's LED indicator is always on, as is the plug that runs to the NAV system. Everytime I get out of the car I...
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    Airbag Light, Harness Under Seat

    The airbag light on my 2001 LS starting flashing and staying on a few weeks ago. Reading through the various posts I understand that either the clockspring or the under seat harness could cause this error. I lucked out....I think! I looked under the driver's seat yesterday and found a cut...
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    Replacing the Front Bumper

    Greetings all. A few weeks ago the wife had the car (2001 LS), hit some ice while stopping and slid into an SUV, hitting the trailer hitch. I'm in the process of getting body shop estimates for a new bumper, which range anywhere from $1100 to $1300. I'll be paying out of my own pocket for...
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    ABS/Traction Control Failure

    I'm hoping someone can help me out here. I have a 2001 LS-V8 with about 75K miles on it. Last week while driving the amber ABS light followed by the "check traction control" warning came on. About 5 minutes later the red brake light came on. The next day no lights, no errors....everything...
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    Tranny Troubles

    Hello Everyone.. I'm having problems with the transmission on my 2001 LS V8. Based on some of the threads I've read through, it sounds like I'm in for an expensive ordeal. Just last night while driving home, the indicator went from D5 to E. It feels as if the car never makes it out of 2nd...
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    Strange Window Problem

    I'm having a strange problem with my 01 LS. About once a week, I'll lock the car, only to find later that the windows and moonroof have automatically opened half way. I have an appointment at the dealer later this week. Has anyone had a similar problem? At this point, I'm almost afraid to...
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